4 Days: Reef & Rock
The classic long weekend mix of diving, desert adventures, and cultural discovery.
4 Days
Active
The Rhythm
Coastline Connection
Morning: Arrival. Afternoon: Cycle or walk the Sahl Hasheesh promenade along the Red Sea. Evening: Seafood dinner at the Marina. Optional swap: Horseback riding along the shoreline at sunset for a romantic first night. Budget note: Uber is the most reliable and fair-priced way to get to Sahl Hasheesh.
The Deep Blue
Morning: Boat trip to Dolphin House (Sha'ab El Erg). Afternoon: Snorkeling with wild dolphins and reef exploration in the horseshoe-shaped reef. Evening: Relaxed evening in the hotel. Optional swap: A full day of Scuba Diving (Intro or Certified). Budget note: National Park fees are usually around $5 and often included in your boat price. Reef-first note: Never chase or touch the dolphins; stay horizontal to minimize your footprint.
The Desert Rock
Morning: Lazy beach morning. Afternoon: Quad or Jeep safari to the Eastern Desert mountains. Evening: Bedouin tea and sunset views from a high ridge. Optional swap: Hiking in the mountains for a quieter nature experience with a private guide. Budget note: Buy your headscarf (shemagh) in town beforehand to avoid the 'tourist tax' at the safari base.
Local Soul
Morning: Breakfast in El Dahar (Old Town). Afternoon: Visit the Grand Mosque and the bustling spice souqs. Evening: Departure. Optional swap: Last minute snorkeling at the hotel house reef before heading to the airport. Budget note: The best prices for high-quality spices are in El Dahar, not the resort boutiques.
Best For
Active travelers who want to see both the land and sea in a short timeframe without feeling like they missed the city's heart.
Keep Exploring
Scuba Diving
From your first "Intro Dive" to legendary shipwrecks. Hurghada is the gateway to the Red Sea's depths.
Desert Safari & Sunset
Race through the Red Sea Mountains on a quad bike or jeep, ending with Bedouin tea under the stars.
Sunset Horseback Riding
Ride through the desert or along the shallow shoreline as the sun dips below the horizon.
Sahl Hasheesh
A master-planned resort bay with sunken cities, long promenades, and calm luxury.
Hurghada Marina
A clean promenade lined with yachts, restaurants, and evening breeze. The social heart of the city.
El Dahar (Old Town)
The authentic soul of Hurghada. Vegetable markets, local coffee shops, and real Egyptian daily life.