If you’re planning a trip to Luxor, you might be wondering how to make the most out of your day trip in Hurghada. While visiting the Valley of the Kings and the Luxor Temple is definitely worth seeing, you should also consider snorkeling in the Red Sea. Luckily, there are plenty of options for you to choose from. Read on to learn more about these three incredible experiences. There are also plenty of day trip ideas from Hurghada, too!
Luxor Day Trip from Hurghada
Taking a Luxor Day Trip from Hurghada is a great way to experience historical Thebes. Located on the Red Sea, the journey to Luxor is about 290 kilometers, and takes about 3 hours. Many vacationers choose to drive from their Red Sea resorts to the city, where there are numerous hotels and restaurants. If you’re not able to drive, you can rent a car in Hurghada and take the bus or train to Luxor.
Luxor Temple
If you’re looking for a day trip from Hurghada, why not consider visiting Luxor? This ancient city is just a four-hour drive away. This city has much to offer a day trip. Its famous temples, pyramids, and mummies make it the perfect day trip from Hurghada. This excursion is offered by many tour companies, and it will include pick-up and drop-off from your Hurghada hotel.
Valley of the Kings
A day trip to the Valley of the Kings is a popular excursion for tourists visiting Hurghada. Depending on which tour you choose, the costs of a guided group tour or private tour can range from EGP740 to EGP1,490. Two-day tours are also available. Both of these trips offer a wealth of sight-seeing opportunities. However, the two-day tour will cost more than EGP3,350.
Snorkeling
Several coral reef sites are found in the waters surrounding Hurghada. The most popular reef sites include Makadi Bay, which has a variety of pink, purple, and blue stubby branching corals, and the fluttering coral fish. You may even see turtles, rays, morays, and barracuda. The underwater world is a fascinating and often beautiful sight, and Hurghada offers several options for snorkeling.
Sphinx
If you are looking for an unforgettable holiday in Hurghada, the Sphinx is an unmissable place to visit. This day trip includes pick-up from your Hurghada hotel and transfers by private air-conditioned vehicle. Entrance fees to all mentioned sites are included, and you will be served a delicious lunch. Then, you can relax in the resort or take a dip in the red sea.