Egypt Discovery
ExcursionHurghada

Hurghada Town Tour: Mosque, Old Town, Souk and Marina

4 hours, shared minibus (up to 16 guests), local guide, mosque, church, souk and marina, hotel transfers included.

At a glance

Departs
Daily

The short answer

A 4-hour shared minibus tour of Hurghada town with an English-speaking guide, covering Al Mina Mosque, the fish market, St Shenouda church, El Dahar souk and the marina.
  • New
  • Small group

Snapshot

Good to know

Destinations
Hurghada · Al Mina Mosque · El Dahar · Hurghada Marina
Includes
Collection from and return to your hotel in Hurghada, El Gouna, Makadi Bay, Sahl Hasheesh or Soma Bay · A shared air-conditioned minibus · An English-speaking local guide · Water
Guide languages
English

Best time to go

The 09:00 start is cooler in summer, and the 15:00 start suits the souk when it is busiest. Winter is comfortable at either time.

  • Egyptian tour operator working since 1988
  • Local team in our Hurghada office

02Overview

A first look

This is a four-hour guided tour of Hurghada town, not the resorts. A minibus collects you from your hotel at 09:00 or 15:00 and visits Al Mina Mosque, the fish market and fishing harbour, St Shenouda Coptic Church, the old quarter of El Dahar with its souk, and the marina promenade. An English-speaking local guide leads, and water is included. Meals, drinks and shopping are paid for separately. It is shared with up to 16 guests, and it suits anyone who wants to see everyday Egyptian life as well as the beach.

Background

The facts

The tour stays within Hurghada, moving between the waterfront mosque, the fishing harbour, the old quarter of El Dahar and the marina. It lasts about four hours and starts at 09:00 or 15:00.

Named in this entry

St Shenouda

Suited to

Is this for you?

Yes, if

  • Visitors who want to see everyday Egyptian life and the old town rather than only the resorts and beaches.

Maybe not, if

  • Not suitable for anyone who dislikes busy markets or cannot dress modestly for the religious sites.

What lingers

  • 01Al Mina Mosque on the waterfront, with the courtyard and exterior, and the inside between prayer times
  • 02The fish market and the fishing harbour, where the day's catch comes in
  • 03St Shenouda Coptic Church, a quiet stop in the middle of the tour
  • 04The souk of El Dahar, the original town, piled with spice, fruit and cloth
  • 05The Hurghada Marina promenade, with free time for a coffee before the drive back
  • 06A local English-speaking guide and a shared air-conditioned minibus of up to 16

Honest assessment

The honest pluses and minuses, as our own team sees them after running this trip.

Highlights

  • A real look at the town behind the resorts
  • A half-day trip with little strenuous walking
  • Water and a local guide are included

Things to Consider

  • Markets can be crowded and noisy
  • Meals and drinks are not part of the trip

Stop by stop

Detailed itinerary

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The fine print

What's included – and what is left out

Included

  • Collection from and return to your hotel in Hurghada, El Gouna, Makadi Bay, Sahl Hasheesh or Soma Bay
  • A shared air-conditioned minibus
  • An English-speaking local guide
  • Water

Not included

  • Tips for your guide and driver
  • Anything to eat or drink
  • Anything you buy while shopping
  • Your own spending money

Field notes

From our Egyptologists

  1. 01

    Bring a scarf and long sleeves so you can enter the mosque without delay

  2. 02

    Keep small notes for the souk, as stallholders rarely have change

Before you go

What to pack & wear

Children & families

Children under 2 travel free, ages 2 to 11 pay half the adult price, and ages 12 and over pay the adult price. The tour involves some walking through markets and religious sites, so children should be comfortable on their feet for a few hours.

These fares are a guide, as prices and departure move through the year. Do ask us and we will confirm the fare for the days you have in mind.

Asked & answered

Frequent questions

  1. 01How is the price worked out for the town tour?
    The price is per person on a shared minibus and covers the transfer, the guide and water. Food, drinks and shopping are extras. Prices are provisional until our team confirms your request. We are an Egyptian operator (ETAA Licence 718), not an ATOL or ABTA member, and we do not sell international flights.
  2. 02What time is collection?
    You choose between 09:00 and 15:00. A minibus collects you from hotels in Hurghada, El Gouna, Makadi Bay, Sahl Hasheesh and Soma Bay. Our team confirms the exact time when your request is accepted. The tour takes about four hours, and you return to your hotel afterwards.
  3. 03Is the tour suitable for children?
    Children under 2 travel free, ages 2 to 11 pay half the adult price, and anyone aged 12 or over pays the adult price. There is some walking in the souk and market, and the fish market can be smelly, so younger children may find it a lot.
  4. 04What should I wear for the mosque and church?
    Cover your shoulders and knees, and women should bring a scarf to cover the hair at the mosque. Wear comfortable shoes that are easy to slip off. Bring small notes for the market, a hat and sun cream. Carry little, since the souk can be busy.
  5. 05What is the cancellation rule?
    Give us more than 72 hours' notice and you can keep 100% as credit towards a future holiday or have 100% refunded, less bank charges. Between 72 and 24 hours beforehand, keep 100% as credit or have 50% back. Within 24 hours, or if you don't turn up, nothing can be refunded or credited. Should we have to cancel, you won't lose a penny.
  6. 06Is the minibus shared with other guests?
    Other guests share the minibus, up to 16 in all, and the guide leads the group on foot at each stop. If you want a tour for your own party only, mention it in your request and our team will tell you what is possible.

If plans change

Cancellation and refunds

What you receive back if you cancel depends on how far ahead of your holiday you let us know and the kind of holiday you book. See our current cancellation and refund terms

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