Hurghada Sightseeing

Hurghada Sightseeing and Attractions: 

If you are looking for relaxation and fun at the same time, Hurghada is one of the cities that you can enjoy swimming and diving in addition to the wonderful atmosphere

The city of Hurghada one of the most points of tourism beaches and resorts in Egypt and the Middle East, has gained Hurghada this reputation big in a few years, due mainly to two things: One is the discovery of the tourist value and aesthetic of Hurghada, which is unprecedented and the second thing is the availability of tourist facilities and sports very quickly the levels in this great region. Practiced in Hurghada activities and water sports of like snorkeling and diving. Waters warm embrace types of rare fish and coral reefs. Hurghada has hosted many of the diving competitions since 1950 and is today most famous cities in the diving world, came flying from Europe and from Cairo and Luxor fall day at the airport in Hurghada, Hurghada is the largest city in the Red Sea. Training internationally accredited diving has taken some of the organizers of responsibility for some dive sites as Abu Nahas, Bluff Point is one of the most famous places in Hurghada.

City Of Al Quseir:

Al Quseir is one of the Egyptian gateways, and one of the oldest cities on   
the western coast of the Red Sea. In the past it was known by various
names, such as Thagho in the pharonic period, Licos Limen Al Quseir is
known for diving, with many miles of unspoiled coral reef. Most hotels have
dive centres, and there are some downtown, as well. Safaris are popular
here, either by quad bike or jeep, including trips into the desert and visits toa Bedouin village, as is camel-riding.

City Of El Gouna:

A privately owned luxury hotel town, about 25 km north of Hurghada. Quiet    
and clean, the town consists of several islands separated by channels and connected by bridges. Besides 14 hotels and 3 marinas El Gouna provides diving and watersports centers, horse stables, go-karting, shopping arcades, bazaars, a wide selection of restaurants and bars, night clubs.

The city of Safaga:

Safaga is to be found 65 Km south of Hurghada. A marine port, connected by a cruise shuttle service line with Jordan and Saudi Arabia, Safaga city is considered an extremely important centre as special medical researches helps contribute to the potential of attracting international tourism to Safaga.

The resort is reputable for its unpolluted atmosphere, black sand dunes and mineral springs, which have acquired specific characteristics for the remedy of rheumatoid arthritis and psoriasis.

The city of Marsa Alam: 

Marsa Alam is a town in south-eastern Egypt, located on the western shore of the Red Sea. It is currently seeing fast increasing popularity as a tourist destination and development following the opening of Marsa Alam International Airport in 2001.

Marsa Alam is situated near the Tropic of Cancer where the Arabian Desert meets the Red Sea, and it has the appearance of a tropical paradise with its palm trees, mangroves and sea coasts fringed with barrier coral reefs. It has already gained a strong reputation amongst scuba divers due to its numerous and unspoilt diving sites both along the coast and offshore. Sightings of spinner dolphins, dugongs and hammerhead sharks are a frequent occurrence for those who venture into its waters.

Among the most famous beaches around Marsa Alam is the Abu Dabab beach. In Abu Dabab, turtles are a common sight and it is nearly guaranteed that when diving, one will see at least one turtle. For tourists who seek to see something less typical, there is marine wildlife like sea snakes, crocodile fish and octopuses.

Marsa Alam also has some inland attractions, such as the Emerald Mines and the Temple of Seti I at Khanais.

Bernice: 

A small town, about 12 Km south of Marsa Alam, and is very rich in fish. The site is an excellent therapeutic centre and today is a geological phenomenon as well. It is full of semi-precious gems, and was used from around 1500 BC until the mid-20th century. The city was an important port in Ptolemy's times; it was built during the time of Ptolemy II who named it to commemorate her name: Bernice. The area is full of ruins including an Ancient Ptolemaic temple. Excavation is still going on this here, especially on the Greco-Roman monuments. 

Sharm El Naga:

Sharm el-Naga bay only 40 km away from Hurghada, and a few km north 
of Safaga, Sharm el-Naga is a very popular Diving and Snorkeling site.
Many come here just to spend the day swimming in the crystal clear water
of the red sea and sunbathing at the beach. But the underwater is as
exciting as everything else about this place. The reef’s most shallow parts
are only 4 metres deep, and they’re packed full of healthy and beautiful fire
and fan corals. The variety of fish is overwhelming; you’re bound to spot
numerous reef fish species, in addition to huge octopuses and clams.

Giftun Island:

Giftun Island is regarded as one of the best places for snorkeling all over  
the world as its distinguished by its marvelous sandy beach and the huge
coral riffs and the uncountable number of the colored fish , because of its
beuty its called now as the Paradise Island.

Hurghada Old Fish Market:

The local fish Market in Hurghada is the biggest Fish Market in The
red sea Governorate , as its offer only the fresh fish which has been
fished freshly The old fish Market is located beside the Old ship
arsenal of Hurghada where the worker are building the small fishing
boats by using the primitivetools and Materials , after Visiting  this
market you will feel that you ware out of the Modern World.

Hurghada Marina:

a place where the tourist and also the residents can walk in the afternoon
and breath fresh sea air at night away from the noise of Sakala without
anybody disturbing. Whenever you feel like having a rest on the sea side
in a cozy restaurant admiring contours of fine yachts and boats, spend
your leisure hours in the Marina, where live music sound every night.
Hurghada Marina Boulevard offers the best in food and beverage for all
tastes. Work up an appetite by browsing at your leisure in the widest
selection of shops in town.