If you’re thinking about visiting the Hurghada desert, you should definitely book one of the many tours available. You can see the sand dunes, dune systems, Pyramids, and Sphinx and learn about the culture and lifestyle of the local Bedouins. The tour can also include a Nile cruise, which is a must-do if you’re planning on visiting the area.
Luxor dusty tombs
Among the best Egypt tours is a trip to the Valley of the Kings and Dusty Tombs. Known as the Valley of the Kings, the tomb was the site of Tutankhamun’s discovery by Howard Carter in 1922. The tomb is an incredible example of early Egyptian architecture. After you’ve seen the tombs, you can take a relaxing felucca ride to the small, palm-shaded island of Banana Island.
Pyramids
The Pyramids of Hurghada are located at the southern tip of the Sinai Peninsula. If you have a limited time in Hurghada, you can spend a day at this destination. The day trip to the Pyramids of Hurghada includes pick-up from your hotel, transfers in an air-conditioned vehicle, entrance fees to the three sites, and a tasty lunch. You can also go horseback riding in the desert to see the local life.
Sphinx
The Great Sphinx, or “The Great Sphinx”, is a guardian angel from a magical dimension called Hor-em-Akhet, which means ‘Horus of the horizon.’ The Great Sphinx is 73 m high and 19 m wide. It’s shaped like a sphinx, the Egyptian mythological creature with the body of a lion and the head of the king Khafre. It is a spectacular structure that was constructed during the old kingdom. The valley that houses it is remarkably well-preserved, providing priceless information about the mummification process and mortuary rituals in ancient Egypt.
Nile cruise
Depending on your preference, there are many Nile Cruises available, from the luxurious Princess Sarah II to the budget-friendly Radamis II. You can choose one of them to enjoy the scenery of the Egyptian Riviera. If you want to enjoy an authentic Egyptian experience, the Nile Cruises that depart from Hurghada feature a professional Egyptologist Tour Guide. Guests can also opt for a private guide during their tour. All meals will be included in the price of the tour.
Diving
If you’re a scuba diver, you’ll want to take a Hurghada diving tour. There are so many beautiful sites to see in the Red Sea and several diving tours in Hurghada include both morning and afternoon dives. There are also boat dives to the Giftun Islands and Sha’ab Abu Nuhas. Hurghada is the gateway to the Red Sea, so you can’t go wrong with a diving tour from this port. Underse Advenures Diving Center offers a range of different diving tours in the Red Sea, including open-water dives.
Quad biking
A Hurghada quad biking tour will begin with pick-up from your hotel. You will receive a safety lesson and instruction on how to operate the machine, and then take off on a thrilling ride through the sands. The tour includes all taxes and entrance fees, as well as all transport from the hotel to the tour center. You should wear athletic clothing and bring your ID or passport. Children are also allowed to join the Hurghada quad biking tour.
Beach getaway
Located just north of Luxor, Hurghada was originally a fishing village. Since then, it has become a popular tourist resort with plenty of beachfront hotels and resorts. While the town has lost much of its charm, it is close to Luxor and is a great place to go diving or snorkeling on the world-famous reefs. While you’re there, be sure to take time to soak up the sun and get some sunbed rest.