Full Description
The Private Hurghada City Tour shows you a side of the city that is easy to miss when you stay mainly inside a resort. Over around six hours, you visit older neighbourhoods, the fish market, El Mina Mosque, a Coptic Orthodox church and the modern Hurghada Marina.
You travel only with your own group in a private, air-conditioned vehicle. A German- or English-speaking guide accompanies you and explains how Hurghada developed from a small coastal settlement into one of Egypt’s main Red Sea holiday destinations.
There are no planned visits to papyrus, perfume or souvenir shops. The souk in El Dahar is included because it is part of everyday city life and is also used by local residents. Whether you buy anything is entirely your choice.
Participants | Vehicle | Price per person | Children 6–11 |
|---|---|---|---|
1–2 people | Private air-conditioned car | €35 | €17.50 |
3–5 people | Private air-conditioned minibus | €25 | €12.50 |
6–8 people | Private air-conditioned minibus | €15 | €7.50 |
Children aged 0 to 5 join free of charge under the current booking structure.
Private Hurghada City Tour at a Glance
This tour is designed for travellers who want to see more of Hurghada than the hotel, pool and beach.
The current programme includes:
Private city tour for your own group
Air-conditioned private vehicle
German- or English-speaking guide
Traditional fish market
Older areas of Hurghada
El Mina Mosque
Coptic Orthodox church
Traditional souk in El Dahar
Hurghada Marina
Different city districts
Viewpoint where locally possible
Break with Egyptian mint tea
Hotel pickup and return transfer in Hurghada
No planned shopping stops
If you want to compare more excursions in and around Hurghada:
Itinerary for Your Private Hurghada City Tour
The exact order may change because of prayer times, traffic, opening hours or local conditions.
The confirmed tour stops remain part of the booked programme.
You can usually choose between a morning and afternoon departure.
09:00 or 15:00 – Pickup from Your Hotel
Your Private Hurghada City Tour begins directly at your accommodation.
The current regular start times are around 09:00 and 15:00.
You travel in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with only the people in your own booking.
There is no long collection route around many hotels.
Your exact pickup time is confirmed after booking.
Old Hurghada and El Dahar
Hurghada is not only made up of modern resorts.
One of the most useful parts of the city tour is seeing the older neighbourhoods around El Dahar.
This area feels very different from the main hotel zones.
You may see:
Residential streets
Small shops
Local markets
Workshops
Everyday traffic
Areas where many residents shop and work
Your guide explains how Hurghada grew and why different parts of the city can feel so different from one another.
From Coastal Settlement to Holiday City
Hurghada has changed greatly over the past few decades.
Fishing once played a larger role for many people living along this coast.
As tourism grew, new hotels, resorts, restaurants, diving centres and neighbourhoods were built.
The city tour lets you see these different sides close together.
Older districts and local markets show a different Hurghada from the Marina or the main resort areas.
Visit the Fish Market
Another stop takes you to the traditional fish market.
Fish and seafood from the Red Sea and regional trade are sold here.
This is not a tourist souvenir shop.
It is a working market.
You can see fish being displayed, sorted and sold.
The floor may be wet and there can be a strong fish smell, so closed shoes are more practical than delicate sandals.
What Is the Fish Market Like?
The market can feel different depending on the time of day.
Some traders may be arranging their stock while others are already selling to customers.
The exact types of fish on display cannot be guaranteed.
That depends on the day and what is available.
Your guide can explain the continuing role of fish and seafood in local life.
El Mina Mosque
You then visit El Mina Mosque near the harbour.
It is one of Hurghada’s best-known religious buildings.
The mosque stands out because of its large domes, minarets and location close to the Red Sea.
During the visit, your guide can explain more about:
Islam in Egypt
The layout of a mosque
Prayer times
Religious traditions
Friday prayers
The role of religion in everyday life
The visit gives you a chance to ask questions and understand more about modern Egyptian life.
What to Wear at El Mina Mosque
You should dress respectfully for a mosque visit.
Shoulders and knees need to be covered.
Women may also need an additional covering in certain areas.
According to the current tour page, suitable coverings may be available locally if needed.
Even so, it is easier to wear clothing that already covers your shoulders and knees.
Shoes Inside the Mosque
Shoes normally need to be removed before entering the prayer area.
Your guide explains where they can be left.
Socks can be useful if you prefer not to walk barefoot.
Also respect ongoing prayers and avoid photographing people closely without permission.
Respectful Behaviour in Religious Buildings
A mosque is an active place of worship, not simply a photo stop.
Speak quietly and follow your guide’s instructions.
Access to some areas may be restricted during prayers.
This is one reason why the order of the tour may need to change.
Visit a Coptic Orthodox Church
Another stop takes you to a Coptic Orthodox church in Hurghada.
This introduces you to another religious part of Egyptian society.
Coptic Christianity has a long history in Egypt.
Your guide explains more about the Christian community, religious traditions and the role of the church in everyday life.
Visiting both a mosque and a church during the same city tour helps show the different religious communities present in modern Egypt.
Respectful Clothing in the Church
Modest clothing is also suitable for the church visit.
Very revealing beachwear is not appropriate in an active place of worship.
If a service or prayer is taking place, avoid disturbing it.
Ask before taking close-up photos of people.
Traditional Souk in El Dahar
The tour also includes a visit to a local market in El Dahar.
Depending on the area, you may see:
Fruit
Vegetables
Spices
Herbs
Clothing
Household goods
Small shops
Everyday products
This should be clearly separated from an organised shopping stop.
You are visiting a normal city market.
There is no obligation to buy anything.
No Compulsory Tourist Shops
Some excursions include planned visits to shops where guests are expected to browse.
This Private Hurghada City Tour is structured differently.
Papyrus, perfume and similar tourist shops are not part of the required programme.
The market visit is there to show you part of everyday city life.
If you want to buy something, you can.
If not, you simply continue with the tour.
Prices and Bargaining at the Market
Prices are not always clearly displayed at traditional markets.
If you want to buy something, asking the price and bargaining may be part of the process.
You do not have to enter into a long negotiation.
A polite “no, thank you” is enough if you are not interested.
For practical advice about sellers, tipping and baksheesh in Egypt:
Hurghada Marina
After seeing older parts of the city, the tour moves to modern Hurghada.
Hurghada Marina sits directly by the water and feels very different from the fish market and El Dahar.
Here you can see:
Yachts
Excursion boats
Restaurants
Cafés
Promenade
Modern buildings
Views across the Red Sea
There is time for a walk and photos.
Why the Marina Belongs on the City Tour
If you only visited the Marina, you would see a very modern version of Hurghada.
If you only visited El Dahar, your view of the city would also be incomplete.
Combining both gives you a much clearer picture.
Within a few hours, you see several sides of the same city.
This is especially useful if it is your first visit to Hurghada.
View over Hurghada
Depending on local conditions, a viewpoint may be included in the route.
From there, you may see parts of the city, coastline and Red Sea from a different angle.
The exact location can change because of traffic, access or daily planning.
For that reason, one particular viewpoint should not be guaranteed.
Where a suitable stop is possible, there is time for photos.
Egyptian Mint Tea
A break with Egyptian mint tea is planned during the city tour.
This gives you time to sit down and ask your guide more questions.
On a private tour, this can be especially useful because the day is not only about moving from one attraction to another.
You can also talk about everyday life in Egypt and the things you have noticed during your holiday.
Note: the current page has conflicting wording further down about a soft drink and shisha. The final included-drink wording should therefore be made consistent in the booking system.
Morning or Afternoon City Tour?
Both departure times have advantages.
The 09:00 tour may suit you if you:
Prefer sightseeing in the morning
Want to keep the later afternoon free
Want to visit markets earlier in the day
Prefer warmer daytime hours in winter
The 15:00 tour may suit you if you:
Want a slower morning
Prefer to spend the morning at the pool or beach
Like exploring the city later in the day
Summer afternoons can still be very hot.
In winter, it becomes dark earlier.
You can compare Hurghada weather through the year here:
Private City Tour or Exploring Hurghada Alone?
You can of course visit parts of Hurghada by yourself.
A private guided tour still has several practical advantages.
You do not need to arrange separate transport between the fish market, mosque, church, El Dahar and Marina.
You can also ask your guide questions as you go.
This can be especially useful at religious buildings and local markets.
The tour is therefore not only transport. It is also an introduction to different parts of the city.
Is the Tour Useful for First-Time Visitors?
A city tour can be particularly useful on your first stay in Hurghada.
Many travellers spend much of their holiday inside the resort.
That is comfortable, but it shows only one part of the city.
During this tour, you see residential and market areas, religious buildings and the modern Marina.
Afterwards, it is easier to decide which areas you might like to revisit independently.
Private Hurghada City Tour with Children
The tour can also work well for families.
There are no long journeys between cities and no very early start followed by a full day of sightseeing.
However, the city tour still lasts around six hours.
For younger children, it is useful to bring:
Water
Sun protection
Small snacks
Comfortable shoes
Suitable clothing for the mosque and church
The fish market may be interesting for children, but the smell, wet floor and busy setting may not suit every child.
Child Prices
The current booking system uses these age groups:
Adults: 12 years and over
Children 6–11: 50% of the adult price
Children 0–5: free of charge
For a private vehicle, provide the exact number and ages of children when booking.
This helps ensure the right vehicle is arranged.
City Tour with Limited Mobility
A private city tour can be easier to plan for some travellers with limited mobility than a large group tour.
You travel between the main stops in a private vehicle.
There is still some walking.
Possible difficulties include:
Kerbs
Uneven market areas
Wet flooring at the fish market
Steps
Access to religious buildings
Longer walking sections at the Marina
If you use a wheelchair or can only walk short distances, tell us before booking.
The team can then check which stops are realistically accessible.
What to Bring on the City Tour
For around six hours in Hurghada, we recommend:
Comfortable shoes
Lightweight clothing
Clothing that can cover shoulders and knees
Sunglasses
Sun cream
Sun hat
Water
Personal medication
Phone or camera
Some cash for personal expenses
You do not need special equipment.
A small day bag is normally enough.
Photography During the Tour
You can take photos at the Marina, viewpoints and in many public street areas.
At religious buildings, follow the local rules.
Do not photograph people praying or market traders at very close range without asking.
Your guide can help explain when photography is appropriate.
Heat and Drinking Water
Hurghada can become very hot, especially in summer.
Part of the tour takes place outside the air-conditioned vehicle.
Drink water regularly.
Lightweight clothing and sun protection are especially useful at the Marina, market and open viewpoints.
If you are sensitive to heat, the morning or later afternoon departure may suit you better depending on the season.
Personal Expenses and Shopping
Personal purchases are not included in the tour price.
If you buy something at the souk or Marina, you pay for it yourself.
You do not need to purchase anything.
The local market is part of the city tour, not a compulsory shopping visit.
Hotel Transfer in Hurghada
The current tour page confirms direct hotel pickup and return transfer within Hurghada.
After the final stop, you are taken back to your accommodation.
If your hotel is outside the standard city area, provide the exact hotel name when making your enquiry.
The team can then check whether a supplement or adjusted pickup time applies.
Included in the Price
Hotel pickup within the confirmed Hurghada area
Return transfer to your hotel
Private air-conditioned car or minibus according to group size
German- or English-speaking guide
Fish market
Older city areas
El Mina Mosque
Coptic Orthodox church
Local souk in El Dahar
Hurghada Marina
Viewpoint where locally possible
Egyptian mint tea according to the main description
Standard services included in the confirmed tour
Not Included in the Price
Personal expenses
Purchases at the market or Marina
Meals
Tips
Additional activities
Services not specifically confirmed
Who Is the Private Hurghada City Tour For?
This tour may suit you well if you:
Want to see Hurghada beyond your hotel
Are visiting the city for the first time
Want to see both traditional and modern areas
Want to visit a local market
Are interested in religion and daily life
Want to see El Mina Mosque
Want to visit Hurghada Marina
Prefer a private tour to a large group
Do not want planned shopping stops
It is less suitable if your main goal is shopping or spending the whole day at the beach.
Book the Private Hurghada City Tour
If you want to see more of Hurghada beyond your resort, you can book the Private Hurghada City Tour for your preferred date.
Tell us:
Travel date
Preferred start time: 09:00 or 15:00
Number of adults
Number and ages of children
Hotel name
If you have limited mobility or need help with longer walking sections, mention this when making your enquiry.
After booking, we confirm the exact pickup time and programme for your date.
