Hurghada Tours, Tickets & Things to Do
Discover the best Hurghada tours, snorkelling and diving trips to Orange Bay and the Giftun Islands, swimming with dolphins at Dolphin House, thrilling desert safaris by ATV, quad and camel, scuba diving on the Red Sea reefs, and unforgettable day trips to the temples of Luxor and the pyramids of Cairo. Compare top-rated activities and plan your perfect Hurghada itinerary.
Explore Hurghada by interest
Whatever brings you to Hurghada — world-class museums, the river, or a long lunch — start with the experiences travellers love most.
Islands & snorkeling
Orange Bay and Giftun.
ExploreDesert safari
ATV, quad and camel.
ExploreDolphin tours
Swim with wild dolphins.
ExploreDiving
World-class reefs.
ExploreLuxor day trip
Valley of the Kings.
ExploreCairo day trip
Pyramids by flight.
ExploreWater sports
Parasailing and speedboats.
ExploreDay trips
Nile cruises and more.
ExploreTop attractions in Hurghada
The landmarks that define the city — and the tickets and tours that get you in, often skipping the line.
Orange Bay
White sand and lagoons.
Giftun Islands
Reefs and beaches.
Desert Safari
Dunes and Bedouin.
Dolphin House
Wild spinner dolphins.
Red Sea Reefs
World-class diving.
Luxor
Valley of the Kings.
Cairo Pyramids
By flight from Hurghada.
Water Sports
Parasailing and speedboats.
Hurghada in 2 days
- 1Day 1: Orange Bay
- 2Day 2: Desert safari
- 3Dolphin House
- 4Bedouin dinner
Hurghada in 3 days
- 1Day 1: Orange Bay
- 2Day 2: Desert safari
- 3Day 3: Luxor
- 4Sea, desert & temples
Boat trip awayOrange Bay
White sand and lagoons.
Boat trip awayDolphin House
Wild spinner dolphins.
Near the city awayDesert Safari
Dunes and Bedouin.
4 hrs awayLuxor
Valley of the Kings.
1 hr flight awayCairo Pyramids
Pyramids by flight.
Boat trip awayRed Sea Diving
World-class reefs.
Know before you go
Short, straight answers to the questions every Hurghada visitor asks before booking.
The sweet-spot months
Spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November) bring warm, sunny weather that’s perfect for the beach, snorkelling and the desert — the prime times to visit Hurghada.
Spring (Mar–May)
Warm and pleasant with comfortable sea temperatures, ideal for snorkelling, diving and desert trips; a great season.
Summer (Jun–Aug)
Very hot, often over 38°C, but the Red Sea is warm and resorts have pools; do desert trips early and stay hydrated.
Autumn (Sep–Nov)
Warm, sunny and still great for the water, with slightly cooler, comfortable conditions — an excellent time to visit.
Winter (Dec–Feb)
Mild and sunny by day but cooler, especially evenings and windy days; pleasant for sightseeing, with wetsuits handy for diving.
Year-round sun
Hurghada enjoys sunshine almost all year, so any season works for a beach and snorkelling holiday.
One day
An Orange Bay or Giftun snorkelling cruise.
Two days
Add a desert safari or Dolphin House.
Three days
The sweet spot: sea, desert and a Luxor day trip.
Four to five days
Add the Cairo pyramids by flight and diving.
A week or more
Relax at the resort and add a Nile cruise.
Travelling with kids
Mix dolphins, beaches and camel rides.
Tour transfers
Most cruises, safaris and Luxor and Cairo trips include hotel pickup — the easiest way to get around.
Taxis & ride apps
Taxis are plentiful; agree the fare first, and Uber operates in Hurghada for fixed pricing.
Boat trips
The islands and reefs are reached by organised boat from the marina, included in most snorkelling cruises.
Resort shuttles
Many resorts run shuttles to the marina, Hurghada Marina Boulevard and the old town (El Dahar).
On foot
The Marina Boulevard and resort strips are walkable, with restaurants, shops and nightlife.
From the airport
Hurghada International Airport is about 10–30 minutes from most resorts by taxi or transfer.
Egyptian pound
Egypt uses the pound (EGP); carry cash for tips and small purchases, though cards and euros are accepted in resorts and bigger venues.
Reef-safe sun care
The sun is strong; bring reef-safe sunscreen, a hat and a rash vest for long snorkelling sessions.
Choose calm-water days
On windy days the sea can be choppy; flexible booking lets you pick the best day for boat trips.
Expect tips (baksheesh)
Small tips for guides, drivers and boat crews are customary and appreciated in Egypt.
Combine sea and culture
Balance snorkelling and desert days with a Luxor or Cairo trip to see ancient Egypt’s greatest sites.
Pre-book popular trips
Orange Bay cruises and Luxor and Cairo day trips fill up in high season — book ahead.
Island cruises
Orange Bay and Giftun snorkelling cruises fill up — book ahead.
Dolphin trips
Dolphin House tours are popular — reserve early.
Luxor day trips
Luxor tours have limited places — pre-book.
Cairo by flight
Pyramids flights sell out — book ahead.
Desert safaris
Sunset ATV safaris are busy — reserve early.
Spring & autumn
Peak seasons are busy — plan ahead.
Island cruises
Around €25–60 for an Orange Bay or Giftun snorkelling cruise.
Desert safaris
About €20–50 for an ATV or quad desert safari with dinner.
Dolphin trips
Roughly €30–60 for a Dolphin House boat tour.
Luxor day trips
Around €50–90 for a Luxor day trip by road.
Cairo by flight
About €200–350 for a Cairo pyramids day trip by plane.
How to save
Join group cruises and safaris, and book Luxor by road rather than Cairo by flight.
Hurghada through the seasons
What's best, how busy it gets, and one booking tip for each time of year.
- Best for
- Snorkelling and desert.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Ideal; warm sea.
- Best for
- Beaches and diving.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Very hot; go early.
- Best for
- Warm sea, sunshine.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Excellent all round.
- Best for
- Mild, sunny days.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Cooler; can be windy.