How much does a Hurghada excursion cost?

Private excursions in Hurghada start from £17 per person, with the exact rate depending on the itinerary, group size and season. Every Discovery Tours Egypt excursion is private and all-inclusive: a licensed Egyptologist guide, air-conditioned vehicle, hotel pickup and drop-off, and all listed entry fees. There are no hidden add-ons at the sites.

Are your Hurghada excursions private?

Yes. Every excursion we run is fully private – just your party, your own Egyptologist guide and your own driver. Nothing is shared with strangers, and the pace, stops and timing are tailored to you on the day.

Is hotel pickup included?

Yes. Pickup and drop-off at your Hurghada hotel (or Nile cruise dock, where relevant) are included at no extra cost. Your guide meets you in the lobby; if your plans change, the local office that arranged the excursion can adjust it on the day.

When is the best time to visit Hurghada?

October to April is the most comfortable season, with warm days and cool evenings ideal for sightseeing. May to September is hotter, so excursions start early to beat the midday heat – and you'll often find fewer crowds and lower prices. We run excursions in Hurghada year-round.

Is it safe, and are families welcome?

Yes on both counts. We've operated in Egypt since 1988 from offices nationwide, with 24/7 in-country support, and excursions run with our own vetted guides and drivers. Families are very welcome – guides adjust the pace and content for children, and we can arrange car seats and shorter itineraries.

Excursions departing from Hurghada

Hurghada Excursions

Cairo & Pyramids (12 hr), Luxor temples (5 hr) or Bedouin desert

LengthFull & half day

From£35 / person

PickupHotel included

GuideEgyptologist

By the Egypt Discovery desk · Reviewed 28 September 2026

Hurghada's position on the Red Sea makes it the launchpad for one of Egypt's most dramatic excursions: the Cairo and Pyramids run (roughly 12 hours by air or road). For shorter trips, the five-hour drive to Luxor's East Bank packs serious sightseeing into a half day. Bedouin desert experiences take you into the Eastern Desert hills for a different side of Egypt altogether.

The best excursion in Hurghada is the one you don't have to organise yourself. We've been arranging them, in this country, since 1988.

Discovery Tours Egypt · since 1988

What you'll see

Hurghada, in the order that makes sense

A full day comfortably covers two or three of the stops below – your guide tailors the mix to your pace, interests and the season.

Luxor in a day

Four hours south by road brings you to the world's greatest open-air museum: Karnak, the Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut's temple in a single full day with your own Egyptologist. Early start, unforgettable return – the headline day trip from the coast.

full day~4 hrs each way

Cairo & the Pyramids

The big one, as a long day from the coast: the Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx and the Grand Egyptian Museum, by internal flight (easy) or overnight coach (cheaper). A private Egyptologist meets you on arrival so no time is wasted.

full dayBy flight or road

Orange Bay & Giftun Island

The Red Sea's postcard: a boat day to the white sandbars and turquoise shallows of Giftun and Orange Bay, with swimming, lunch aboard and time on the islands. The classic Hurghada day on the water.

~6 hrsIsland boat day

Red Sea snorkelling cruise

A full day at sea on a traditional boat, with several snorkelling stops over coral gardens, reef fish and the odd turtle, and lunch cooked on board between swims. The easiest, laziest way to meet the reef.

~6 hrsReef snorkelling

Desert safari & Bedouin night

Quad bikes and 4x4s into the Eastern Desert at golden hour, a Bedouin camp for tea and dinner, and a sky with no light pollution at all. The land side of a Red Sea holiday.

~5 hrsAfternoon & evening

Every Hurghada excursions

Ways to spend the day

Every private, fully-guided excursion we run here – hotel or Nile-cruise pickup included, priced in GBP, all-in.

Orange Bay Snorkeling & Beach Escape – Giftun Island, Hurghada

Snorkel at Orange Bay on Giftun Island, 30–40 minutes by speedboat from Hurghada Marina. We operate morning, small-group speedboat departures to avoid the busiest visitor hours. Guided snorkelling focuses on shallow fringing reefs; the schedule includes guided time in the water and relaxed beach time on the sand. We are a licensed Egyptian tour operator and run both shared and private departures. Unlike large resort launches, we keep boat groups small to reduce crowding at popular reef sites. Honest trade-offs: shade on the beach is limited, seas can be choppy and summer departures mean an earlier start to beat the heat.

From £17

Hurghada Jeep Safari and Telescope Adventure

This excursion pairs a jeep safari in the Hurghada area with telescope-based observation. Hurghada is a Red Sea coastal city in Egypt, with desert terrain inland. The product name confirms the two main activities, but the route, telescope targets and timing have not been provided. Unlike a city sightseeing tour, the focus is desert travel and viewing through a telescope. Hotel pickup and drop-off, meals, refreshments and entrance fees are not confirmed. Please check the meeting point, departure and return times, group size and any age or mobility requirements before booking.

From £24

Luxor West Bank: Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut & Colossi of Memnon

This private half-day tour visits Luxor’s West Bank: the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple at Deir el‑Bahari and the Colossi of Memnon. We provide a local Egyptologist and a private car; standard site entrance fees are included. Premium tombs such as Tutankhamun or Seti I are excluded and require separate tickets. We are a licensed Egyptian tour operator and run small private departures rather than large coach groups. Unlike cruise-ship shore excursions, we schedule early starts to avoid the morning boats and midday heat. Expect uneven ancient stone and limited shade; comfortable shoes and a hat are essential.

From £74

Know before you go

The practical bits

What to wear

Cover shoulders and knees for mosques and churches. Closed, comfortable shoes – you'll cross uneven stone and sand.

Tipping

Around £2–4 a day for your guide is standard, and a little for the driver. Never obligatory – your excursion price is complete.

Heat & water

Carry 1.5L minimum. Sites are in full sun by 10am – the early start isn't just about crowds, it's about comfort.

Cameras & fees

A few sites charge a separate camera fee at the gate; some interiors are extra. Standard site entry is always included.

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