14-Day Family-Friendly Travel Itinerary for Hurghada

  • Day 1: Hurghada Marina
    30 minutes (10.5 km) from Hurghada International

    Start your trip by visiting the Hurghada Marina, which is a beautiful, busy place to enjoy a walk, dine and shop. The marina has a great atmosphere, and it also offers some tours to the central and eastern parts of the Red Sea.

  • Day 2: Giftun Islands National Park
    1 hour 20 minutes by boat from Hurghada Marina

    A day-trip to Giftun Islands National Park should definitely be included in your itinerary. You can enjoy a relaxed day at the beach, snorkelling, or exploring coral reefs. There’s also a small restaurant on the island.

  • Day 3: El Gouna
    35 minutes (40 km) from Hurghada Marina

    Escape to the peaceful town of El Gouna to enjoy its lagoon-side restaurants, beach bars, and boutique shops. Also, your kids can have fun at Makadi Water World or the Jungle Aqua Park.

  • Day 4: Sindbad Aqua Park
    15 minutes (5.5 km) from Hurghada

    Today'll be a fun day for both children and adults at the Sindbad Aqua Park which offers many thrilling slides and a large pool with a snack bar.

  • Day 5: Sand City Hurghada
    10 minutes (4.5 km) from Hurghada

    Visit the fascinating Sand City Hurghada which is an open-air museum hosting impressive sculptures carved in sand by talented artists.

  • Day 6: Hurghada Grand Aquarium
    15 minutes (6 km) from Hurghada

    The Hurghada Grand Aquarium is perfect for families, especially children, interested in marine life. It has different sections to view:

    • Tunnel area with sharks and rays swimming above and around.
    • Aquarium area with a variety of fish such as moray eels, clownfish, and pufferfish.
    • Reptile and Amphibian area featuring frogs, lizards, crocodiles, and snakes.
  • Day 7: Mini Egypt Park
    30 minutes (15 km) from Hurghada

    Visit the Mini Egypt Park, a miniature of Egypt, with reproductions of famous landmarks, such as the Great Sphinx, the Temple of Abu Simbel, and the Valley of the Kings.

  • Day 8: Mahmaya Island
    1 hour 30 minutes by boat from Hurghada Marina

    Take a trip to Mahmaya Island, situated on the southern part of the Giftun Islands. It offers a beautiful beach with crystal clear water to snorkel, and it also offers a luxury restaurant with local dishes and beverages.

  • Day 9: Hurghada Kart Racing
    15 minutes (6 km) from Hurghada

    Have some fun outdoor activity at the Hurghada Kart Racing track with different types of kart available for a race.

  • Day 10: Al Mina Mosque
    15 minutes (5.5 km) from Hurghada

    Visit the beautiful local Al Mina Mosque, the oldest mosque in Hurghada, built-in 1922 with the Islamic style architecture.

  • Day 11: Makadi Bay Water World or Makadi Bay Aqua Park
    1 hour (32 km) from Hurghada

    If you haven't visited a water park yet, today, you have two options: Makadi Bay Water World or Makadi Bay Aqua Park. Both of them have exciting water slides and a big water pool with snack bars.

  • Day 12: Hurghada Museum
    15 minutes (5 km) from Hurghada

    Take a trip to the Hurghada Museum, where you can enjoy learning about the history, geography, and culture of the Red Sea's nearby region through a variety of exhibits and multimedia displays.

  • Day 13: St. Mary Coptic Orthodox Church - Hurghada
    20 minutes (7 km) from Hurghada

    Visit the beautiful St. Mary Coptic Orthodox Church, which is the largest Christian church in Hurghada, built-in 2010 with a modern style architecture.

  • Day 14: Jungle Aqua Park
    30 minutes (25 km) from Hurghada

    End your trip with a full day of water fun at the Jungle Aqua Park, which is a perfect family-friendly location. It has a lot of water rides, wave pools, and streams to float in.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Hurghada Marina (30 min, free entry)
  • Giftun Islands National Park (8 hours, $30 for an adult)
  • El Gouna (4 hours, free entry)
  • Sindbad Aqua Park (5 hours, $5 per child, $20 per adult)
  • Sand City Hurghada (2 hours, $4 per person)
  • Hurghada Grand Aquarium (3 hours, $10 per child, $20 per adult)
  • Mini Egypt Park (2 hours, $6 per person)
  • Mahmaya Island (6 hours, $50 per person)
  • Hurghada Kart Racing (2 hours, $15 per person)
  • Al Mina Mosque (1 hour, free entry)
  • Makadi Bay Water World or Makadi Bay Aqua Park (6 hours, $15 per person)
  • Hurghada Museum (2 hours, $5 per person)
  • St. Mary Coptic Orthodox Church (1 hour, free entry)
  • Jungle Aqua Park (6 hours, $25 per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $181 per adult (excluding transportation and accommodation)

Transportation

The most common transportation options in Hurghada include taxis and buses. Taxis are relatively cheap, and the fare varies depending on the distance covered. Public buses serve routes between Hurghada and other cities with cheap fares. Additionally, you can find car rental companies to rent a car if you prefer a self-guided trip. Expect to pay $15 per day for a car rental and $17-22 for a taxi (per average city ride).

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can include other prominent sites like the Hurghada Grand Mosque or the Senzo Mall, which offers plenty of shopping options. For those with less time, some activities like Giftun Island, Mahmaya Island or Jungle Aqua Park can be skipped or reduced to a half-day visit.

Airports

Travelers arriving in Hurghada will land at Hurghada International Airport (HRG), located around 10.5 km south of Hurghada's city center. From the airport, visitors can use taxi and bus services to reach the city center; otherwise, many hotels offer shuttle services for their guests.

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