Things to do in Hurghada

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Things to see and do

Hurghada offers all the attractions of a beach holiday destination: watersports, windsurfing, beach bars and restaurants, and truly world-class diving.

Diving is a hugely popular activity – some of Hurghada's most beautiful sights: aquatic gardens, coral reefs, and multi-coloured fish are found underwater just off the coast. If diving isn't for you, then glass-bottomed boats are a great way to see this beautiful world, or visit the maritime museum with its turtles and coral reef displays.

In the city of Hurghada, you'll find bazaars and jewelry sellers in the old town of El Dahar, along with street stalls where you can sample local seafood and fruit delicacies. Outside of the city, desert safaris and trips to see Bedouin villages are popular, to experience how the desert tribes-people live.

Other nearby attractions include the ancient monasteries of St Paul and St Anthony, Roman ruins in the desert sands, and the short climb up Anfish Mountain, an amazing place from which to view the stunning sunset panorama over the sea.

Popular Excursions

• Luxor 2 day trip: experience the wonders of ancient Egypt, including the Valley of the Kings and the Karnak Temple. From £145 per person.
• Jeep Safari: travel into the desert, visit a Bedouin village, ride a camel and climb the sand dunes to watch an amazing sunset. From £36 per person.
• Cairo day trip: the flight alone is worth it to get a bird’s eye view of this majestic city. From £190 per person.
  

Shopping in Hurghada

Shopping in Hurghada is an evening activity. Bazaars get busy once the tourists are out and about so come willing to be entertained, join in and start bargaining for the right price!

Top things to buy

• Alabaster
• Decorative papyrus from Le Scrybe Papyrus Galleries
• Fine cotton towels, bedclothes and t-shirts
• Spices – cinnamon, chilli, cumin and cloves as well as hibiscus,chamomile and liquorice herbal teas
• Gold by local artisans – white and yellow gold are available as well as high quality silver items
• Copperware – keep your eyes open for craftsmen stands on the main street or El Dahar and you’ll get a chance to watch them work
• International brands including Adidas, Timberland and Nikeat the Senzo Mall

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