Every Hurghada Trip in One Place
Hurghada is the perfect launchpad for the very best of Egypt — the Red Sea, the Eastern Desert, and the greatest monuments of the ancient world are all within a day's reach. But with so many trips on offer, it can be hard to know where to start. That's why we've gathered all the trips and activities in Hurghada into one complete guide, so you can plan your dream Egyptian holiday in a single read.
From roaring across the dunes on a quad bike to drifting over coral reefs in a glass-bottom boat, here is everything you can do in and around Hurghada with H-Tours.
1. Desert Safari — Quad Bikes & Dune Buggies
The Eastern Desert is just minutes from the beach, and the best way to explore it is on a desert safari. Tear across golden dunes on a quad bike or tackle the rough terrain in a roll-caged dune buggy, then slow down at a traditional Bedouin camp for mint tea, flatbread and a camel ride as the sun sets over the sand.
- From: $20 / person
- Duration: 2–4 hours
- Includes: Safety briefing, helmet, Bedouin camp visit, camel ride, sunset viewing
- Best for: Thrill-seekers, families, couples, photographers
Read our full desert safari guide →
2. Red Sea Boat Tours & Snorkelling
The Red Sea is Hurghada's greatest playground, and a full-day boat tour is the classic way to experience it. Most trips include two snorkelling stops at protected coral reefs, a buffet lunch on deck, and a beach stop at Giftun Island. Expect tropical fish, dolphins, and water so clear you can see the reef from the surface.
- From: $35 / person
- Duration: Full day (approx. 6 hours)
- Includes: Hotel transfers, snorkelling gear, lunch, reef stops
- Best for: Families, couples, first-time snorkellers
Read our full Red Sea activities guide →
3. Banana Boat & Speed Boat Rides
For pure, splash-filled fun, banana boat and speed boat rides are a Red Sea classic. Pulled behind a powerful boat, you'll bounce across the warm blue water laughing the whole way — the perfect quick adrenaline hit for groups and families.
- From: $15 / person (banana boat)
- Duration: 15–30 minutes
- Best for: Groups, kids, anyone who loves a splash
4. Glass Bottom Boat & Semi-Submarine
Prefer to stay dry? Glass-bottom boats glide over the coral gardens while you watch the underwater world beneath your feet, while semi-submarines take you below the waterline for an immersive, eye-level view of the reef and marine life — no swimming required.
- From: $15 / person (glass bottom) · $25 / person (semi-submarine)
- Duration: 1–2 hours
- Best for: Non-swimmers, families with young children, photographers
5. Scuba Diving
Hurghada is one of the world's great diving destinations. Whether you're a certified diver chasing walls and wrecks or a complete beginner, a try-dive with a qualified instructor lets you experience the Red Sea's underwater world with no previous experience needed.
- From: $40 (try-dive) · $60 (certified dive)
- Duration: Half day
- Best for: Adventurers, ocean lovers, first-timers
6. Hula Hula Beach Island
A tropical island escape just a short boat ride from the Hurghada marina. Hula Hula Beach Island offers white sand, turquoise water, a laid-back tiki bar, and shallow snorkelling — a perfect, photogenic day trip.
- From: $30 / person
- Duration: Full day
- Includes: Hotel transfers, boat trip, beach access, lunch
- Best for: Couples, families, anyone who loves a beach day
Read our full Hula Hula guide →
7. Cairo & the Pyramids of Giza (Day Trip)
Stand before the last surviving Wonder of the Ancient World. Our Cairo day trip visits the Pyramids of Giza, the Great Sphinx, the Egyptian Museum, and includes a sail on the Nile — all in one unforgettable day from Hurghada, from just £70.
- From: £70 / person
- Duration: Full day (long drive, or flying option available)
- Includes: Transfers, guide, museum and pyramid visits, lunch, Nile sail
- Best for: First-time visitors to Egypt, history lovers
Read our full Cairo day trip guide →
8. Luxor & the Valley of the Kings (Day Trip)
Walk among the towering columns of Karnak Temple, descend into the rock-cut tombs of the Valley of the Kings, and marvel at the cliff-carved Temple of Hatshepsut — the world's greatest open-air museum, all in a day from Hurghada.
- From: $80 / person (by road) · $180 (with flights)
- Duration: Full day
- Includes: Transfers, guide, entrance fees, lunch, felucca sail
- Best for: History lovers, photography, the trip of a lifetime
Read our full Luxor day trip guide →
9. Sahl Hasheesh Day Trip
Just 18 km south of Hurghada, Sahl Hasheesh is an upmarket resort village of sweeping lagoons, pristine beaches, and Greco-Roman architecture — a serene day away from the city.
- From: $25 / person
- Duration: Half or full day
- Best for: Couples, a relaxed beach day
10. El Gouna Day Trip
Egypt's answer to Venice — a self-contained lagoon city of 20+ islands connected by canals, with great dining, beach clubs, and watersports. El Gouna is bohemian, chic, and perfect for a laid-back day out.
- From: $25 / person
- Duration: Half or full day
- Best for: Couples, groups, watersports lovers
11. Aqua Park Hotels
Travelling with kids? Hurghada is home to some of Egypt's biggest hotel water parks, including Pickalbatros Jungle Aqua Park Neverland with 81 slides, Steigenberger Aqua Magic, and Grand Waterworld Makadi — a self-contained family adventure.
Read our full aqua parks guide →
12. Airport Transfers
Every great Hurghada holiday starts with a smooth arrival. Our private airport transfers meet you inside the arrivals hall and take you straight to your hotel in Hurghada, Sahl Hasheesh, El Gouna, or Makadi Bay — 24/7, no haggling, no waiting.
- From: $15–$30 per vehicle
- Available: 24/7, all areas, child seats on request
- Best for: A stress-free start and end to your holiday
Read our full airport arrival guide →
How to Choose Your Hurghada Trips
With so much on offer, here's a simple way to build your perfect itinerary:
- For adrenaline: Desert safari (quad bikes or dune buggies) + banana boat
- For the sea: Full-day boat tour + snorkelling or diving
- For history: Cairo & the Pyramids + Luxor day trips
- For relaxation: Hula Hula Beach Island + Sahl Hasheesh or El Gouna
- For families: Aqua park hotel + glass-bottom boat + desert safari
- For the full Egypt experience: A mix of desert, sea, and one big day trip to Cairo or Luxor
Best Time for Hurghada Trips
- October to April: Perfect for everything — desert, sea, and day trips.
- May to September: Hot, but the Red Sea is bath-warm and prices are lower. Book sea trips for morning, desert trips for sunset.
See our month-by-month weather guide →
Book All Your Hurghada Trips with H-Tours
At H-Tours, we run every trip in this guide ourselves, with a local Hurghada team that knows every dune, reef, and monument. Tell us your dates, your group, and what you love — and we'll build your perfect Hurghada adventure, from desert to sea to the Pyramids themselves.
Ready to explore it all? Get in touch with us and let's plan your complete Hurghada trip.
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