Hurghada & El Gouna

Red SeaWorth 3–5 nightsYear round; Mar–May and Sep–Nov ideal
Hurghada & El Gouna

The natural ending to a history-heavy trip. Reef diving and snorkeling that ranks with anywhere in the world, and a short domestic flight from Luxor.

What there is to see

  • Reef snorkeling and diving
  • Giftun Island
  • El Gouna's lagoons and marina
  • Desert safari by 4x4 or quad
  • Kitesurfing
  • Boat trips and dolphin watching

Where you would stay

We book directly with our partner properties. Rather than list every hotel, here is the honest shape of the choice — tell us your standard and we will name specific properties in your quote.

Beachfront five-star resortsHurghada / Sahl Hasheesh

Large resorts with house reefs, pools and full board available.

El Gouna propertiesEl Gouna

A built lagoon town — quieter, more design-led, and popular with Europeans.

Dive-focused hotelsHurghada

Smaller, with dive centers attached, for travelers whose trip is the reef.

Family resortsMakadi Bay

Shallow beaches, kids' clubs, and enough on site that you need not leave.

Excursions and sightseeing

Each of these can be booked on its own, or built into a longer itinerary. See day tour rates →

Combining Hurghada & El Gouna with somewhere else?

Most trips take in two or three destinations. Tell us how long you have and we will say honestly what fits.

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