Hurghada Holidays (Egypt)

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Egypt - Hurghada Holidays Travel Guide

Use our Hurghada travel guide and hotel recommendations below to help you plan your holiday. Hurghada is one of the largest Red Sea Resorts in Egypt.

About Hurghada, Egypt

Hurghada was formerly a sleepy fishing village by the Red Sea. Today, it is considered to be one of the largest holiday resorts situated along the Red Sea coast in Egypt. It is centrally located on the Egyptian Eastern Desert and is about 3 to 4 hours drive from Luxor and about a 5 hour drive from Cairo via the Suez.

Holidays to Hurghada

Hurghada, known as Ghardaga in Egypt, was once a sleepy fishing village. It is now acknowledged as one of the top tourist destinations in Egypt, owing to its clear waters, well-preserved reefs and numerous ship wrecks. It is now a teeming haven of everything you imagine in your dream holiday destination. The town centre features bazaars and mosques and a distinctive atmosphere that is somewhat frenetic. This gives Hurghada an appeal that is typically Egyptian. Going further inland, you'll find the Desert Mountains, which offers some of the most thrilling desert tours. Above all these, the great treats of Hurghada are its sun-drenched landscape and laid-back character.

Lest you forget, Hurghada is also a beach resort. There are in fact thousands of tourists visiting from major cities in Europe who come and spend their beach holidays with their families in Hurghada. Most of these holidaymakers enjoy and experience Hurghada in private resort beaches, many of them offering all-inclusive holidays. Most of these private resorts offer such a wide range of activities and facilities that many guests find no need to go out and explore other things outside of the private resort. The larger resorts normally have their own zoos, discos, bars, playgrounds and numerous pools. There are even those that operate their own small theatres.

Hurghada Climate

The prevailing climate in Hurghada can be described in two words - dry and hot. Located along the Eastern coastal region of Egypt and by the Red Sea, Hurghada is renowned for its pleasant climate all year round. Temperatures during the Summer months can reach as high as 40°C with monthly temperature averaging 30 to 31°C during the months of June to August. Temperatures begin to decline during the month of September, hovering around 27°C. By all indications, the climate for most part of the year is generally bearable.
As a result of this prevailing climatic condition, Hurghada has turned into one of the top favourite holiday destinations in Egypt. Every year, there is an ever increasing number of local and foreign tourists who make Hurghada their primary holiday destination. Local tourists also visit this popular resort to escape the searing heat in cities like Luxor and Aswan.
Daytime in Hurghada during the peak of the Summer season can really become fairly hot and the temperature will only begin to dip at nightfall. However, the variance in daytime and nightime temperatures can become significant during the winter season, especially during the months of January and February. It is during this time of the year when daytime temperatures hover at 21°C but will sharply dip to as low as 10°C at nighttime.

Popular Resorts in Hurghada, Egypt

There are a variety of popular holiday resorts to choose from when holidaying in Hurghada. Hurghada has more than its fair share of leading resorts and impressive tourist attractions that are within easy reach. The top favourite tourist attractions nearby are Sharm El Sheikh, the City of Luxor and the provincial capital of Qena. In Hurghada itself, Makadi Bay is situated just south of Hurghada and is a relatively new purpose built luxury holiday resort. One of the most upmarket resorts in Egypt, Makadi Bay is becoming more and more popular each year for holidays to Hurghada.

Hurghada is home to numerous hotels that cover a 20 kilometre stretch along the beach. By all indications, Hurghada can definitely satisfy a wide range of needs and preferences of an increasing number of visitors. These include scuba-diving, desert safaris and windsurfing. Hurghada is also renowned worldwide for having some of the world's top diving sites. Indeed, it is a diver's dream destination. From your hotel, you can easily access the best diving sites in nearby islands, mesmerising even the most seasoned divers.

There are other nearby destinations and islands that you should visit when spending your holiday in Hurghada, Egypt. These include Shadwin Island, Shaab Abu Shiban, Umm Gammar Island, Shaab el-Erg, Shasb Saghir, Abu Ramada Island, Careless Reef, Shaab Abu Ramada, Shaab Abu Hashish, Dishet el-Dhaba and Abu Mingar.

Popular Hotels in Hurghada, Egypt

Flights to Hurghada

Hurghada, being one of the top tourist destinations in Egypt, can be easily reached through major modes of travel within Egypt and outside. Hurghada is a popular diving center and coastal retreat primarily because of the Red Sea. As a result of this, major airline companies maintain regular direct flights to Hurghada from regional airports in key cities in Europe, including many national airports in the UK. Within Egypt modes of transport also include ferries and shuttle buses. The International Fast Ferries service the route Hurghada - Sharm-el-Sheikh 4 times weekly. The ferry ride take about 1.5 hours. You can also get to Hurghada from Cairo by bus. Travel time is about 7 hours, and the buses have stops in several stations in Cairo, and these include the one in the downtown area and the Almaza main station.

Hurghada Nightlife

Hurghada is famous for its exciting nightlife, a reputation supported by the presence of clubland giants - Hed Kandi Beach Bar and Ministry of Sound Egypt. Their range of entertainment options and nighttime activities are simply amazing. It is no wonder why Hurghada has this reputation of being the party town of Egypt. The newly opened Marina Boulevard boasts a rich array of 15 restaurants that cater to various specialties, 80 shops and 7 bars. This is on top of the Bungee Rocket, a one-of-a-kind facility in Egypt that proudly stands at the Marina entrance.

Main Attractions and Things to do in Hurghada, Egypt

One of the great surprises for tourists is the number of interesting archaeological and historical landmarks that you can find in Hurghada. The more significant ones include the monasteries of St. Paul and St. Anthony. However, if you are looking for something that is really impressive, then you have got to visit and see the Mons Claudianus, an ancient Roman site that was used for more than 2 centuries. Other notable landmarks include the Anfish Mountain, which provides a breathtaking view of the town centre and the Red Sea.

There are also several excellent museums and art galleries in Hurghada. The more prominent ones are the National Museum, the Marine Biology Museum and the Cafe del Mar. Another great highlight of Hurghada is its amazing array of dining options. Hurghada restaurants cater to all tastes and budgets. Whether you want to sample delectable native treats like kushari, which is a local soup made from vegetables, or enjoy a regular pizza, Hurghada has a choice of restaurants catering for your requirements. The majority of the restaurants and other food outlets in Hurghada are open from midday to midnight, although there are quite a number of cafes that are open as early as 7 am.

Cheap Holidays to Hurghada

Hurghada, situated on the Red Sea Coast of Egypt, offers wonderful beaches, fantastic hotels and holiday resorts, excellent diving opportunities and a chance to relax and unwind in the sunshine be it Summer or Winter sun you are looking for.

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