Hurghada Day Trips from Luxor
Swap temples for the turquoise Red Sea on a day trip to Hurghada: golden beaches, snorkelling and diving over coral reefs, and boat trips to offshore islands. A few hours from Luxor by road, it’s a refreshing change of pace on a longer Egypt trip.
200 tour · prices per person, book with partner
Hurghada (Red Sea) in Luxor — FAQ
How far is Hurghada from Luxor?
Hurghada is about 280 km east of Luxor — roughly 3.5–4 hours by road across the desert — so it’s a long day trip or an overnight beach add-on to a Luxor visit.
What can you do in Hurghada?
Hurghada is a Red Sea resort known for snorkelling and diving over coral reefs, boat trips to islands like Giftun, glass-bottom boats and beach relaxation.
Is Hurghada worth a trip from Luxor?
If you want to combine ancient temples with the sea, yes — many travellers pair Luxor’s monuments with a few days on the Red Sea coast at Hurghada.