About the resort
The Egyptian resort of Hurghada is located 500 kilometers from Cairo, on the Red Sea coast. The sun shines here all year, with almost no exceptions. Such unique features of the local climate make it possible to relax in Hurghada at any time of the year.
This resort offers excellent conditions for relaxation at affordable prices.
Even in February, which is the coldest month in this resort, the water temperature does not fall below 20-22 degrees. The air warms up to 25 degrees, and often even higher. The hottest month here is August, at which time the water reaches a temperature of 28 degrees, and the air is about 35. Therefore, rest in Hurghada is so attractive for residents of our latitudes: you can plunge into the Egyptian summer at any time of our winter, autumn or early spring. The climate is dry and the heat is easily tolerated. The light sea breeze, which is constant for the resort, makes relaxing on the beaches very enjoyable.
Hurghada Hotels
The number of hotels and hotels per capita is so great that, according to this indicator, the resort is one of the first places in the world. More than 200 hotels stretch along the coast. Representatives of almost all the world chains of hotel chains are present here: Hilton, Sheraton, Intercontinental, Marriott and others.
The hotel staff for the most part speaks Russian, which is especially valuable for tourists who do not speak English very confidently.
Dining in hotels is organized according to the example of the "buffet". The assortment is diverse, includes many fruits, vegetables and fish. In most cases, breakfast and dinner are included in the price of the trip. During the day you can eat in one of the many restaurants. This is the case if you did not go on an excursion.
All the beaches owned by the hotels are very clean, well-maintained, with umbrellas, sun loungers, fountains and small cafes. In the territory of any hotel there is a pool.
Excursions
Holidays in Hurghada are not limited only to beaches and the sun. There are always dozens of different variations of sightseeing tours for tourists. You can visit Cairo, Luxor, take a boat trip to the coral reefs, ride in the desert in jeeps.
You can cruise along the Nile directly from Hurghada.
For those who love diving, local diving opportunities are absolutely perfect. The Red Sea is the most colorful and picturesque in the entire northern hemisphere.
Equipment can be rented at the hotel. You can dive with scuba diving, and just swim with a mask. And there is also the option of walking in a submarine, through the glass of which you can observe the intricate living world of aquatic inhabitants at great depths.
Entertainment
It's darker here early. The sun, setting over the horizon, is suddenly replaced by the darkness of a thick night. But for a resort town, nothing could be better. Tourists in Hurghada are waiting for nightly temptations. These are casinos, discos, light and music shows of fountains, restaurants, cafes offering European and local cuisine.
A noteworthy local feature is the evening dance shows held in the halls of hotels in which Arab dancers participate, performing this famous belly dance.
The attraction of the southern part of Hurghada is the palace with the fabulous name "Thousand and One Nights", where you can watch theatrical performances on the themes of the life of the pharaohs. Holidays in Hurghada have never seemed boring to anyone!
Tours to Hurghada
The cost of tours to Hurghada is quite affordable. You can book a tour when contacting a travel agency, as well as through the Internet through an online application. To choose a tour and calculate its cost is very easy through the site of the tour operator.
You can also order last-minute tours to Hurghada, which are almost always available in the database of the tour operator. This option is in no way inferior to tours booked in advance, but at the same time significantly saves tourists on flights. You can book last-minute trips to Hurghada through the website of a travel company, and then, having specified all the details from managers, redeem them at the office or use payment tools to pay with electronic money.