Hurghada

Hurghada is the capital of the Red Sea Governorate and Egypt’s largest beach resort destination. Stretching 40 km along the Red Sea coast, it offers world-class diving, water sports, and all-inclusive resorts. The city has grown from a small fishing village into a major tourist hub with a lively marina, countless hotels, and an international airport.

By Plane

Hurghada International Airport (HRG) has flights from Cairo, Europe, and Russia.

By Car / Road

Road from Cairo (450 km, 5 hours via the Eastern Desert).

By Bus

Regular coach services from Cairo.

Taxis and ride-hailing apps.

Giftun Island and the other offshore islands (Umm Qamar, Magawish, Abu Ramada) are popular diving and boat-trip destinations, with several wreck-diving sites nearby. Hurghada Marina in the El Saqqala district is the modern waterfront hub, while El Dahar, the city's oldest district, holds the traditional bazaar and long-distance bus station.

Scuba diving and snorkelling at world-class reef sites. Boat trips. Desert safaris.

Seafood restaurants along the marina.

Bars and nightclubs at resort hotels.

Hundreds of hotels across all categories.

Diving gear, souvenirs, and Egyptian crafts.

Safaga (60 km south). El Gouna (30 km north). Luxor (300 km west).