Hurghada in 3 days

Trip at a glance

Your first day

Add your first day to see each day's date, weather, sunset and closing days.

Day 1: El Dahar, the fishing harbor and marina

Start in the older town, visit the fishing harbor, then spend the afternoon and evening around Sakkala.

1
9:00 AMEl DaharExplore the older district on foot, keeping shopping to the streets around your drop-off point rather than a long coastal walk.About 1 hour 45 min here
Pay as you go
Taxi to the fishing harbor, about 20 min
2
11:00 AMHurghada Fish MarketTake a short look at the working market. Ask before photographing sellers and keep clear of unloading and cleaning areas.About 1 hour 15 min here
Pay as you go
Walk about 10 min
3
12:30 PMHurghada MarinaStop for lunch at the marina. Compare menus before choosing; this is a dining district, not the departure point for every boat.About 1 hour 15 min here
Pay as you go
Walk about 10 min
4
2:00 PMOptionalAl Mina Mosque exteriorView the domes and minarets from outside. Keep worship entrances clear; the plan does not depend on tourist entry to the mosque.About 15 min here
Exterior visit only
Taxi via your hotel for a break, about 2 hours 15 min total
5
4:30 PMSheraton Road shoppingBrowse the Sheraton Road shops, then take a seated break. Ask the total before buying and keep receipts for purchases.About 2 hours 15 min here
Pay as you go
Taxi to the marina, about 15 min
6
7:00 PMHurghada MarinaReturn for dinner beside the boats. Choose from the dining outlets and arrange the ride back to your hotel before leaving.
Pay as you go

Before you go

Book these aheadMahmya Beach Marina (day 2): timed tickets, or tickets that often sell out.
Choose your beach accessA waterfront hotel or map pin does not guarantee beach entry. Confirm the beach, steps, transfer arrangements and any day-pass conditions with the property.
Protect the reefFollow the guide's briefing. Do not stand on coral, touch marine life or feed fish, and keep fins clear of the reef.
Agree your transfersCheck the pickup point and return arrangements before leaving. Agree taxi fares before setting off and allow extra time from outlying resorts.
Check Ramadan hoursBoth museums change their opening hours during Ramadan. Move the museum to a morning session and check daytime meal options with your hotel.
Leave arrival timeThese are three full days after a night locally. Add arrival and departure time rather than trying to fit the first morning around a flight.
Check island inclusionsMahmya's lunch package includes the island buffet, not hotel transfers or the separate reef-snorkeling trip. Other Giftun operators use different beaches and timetables.

Where to stay for this plan

Use Sakkala or El Mamsha as one base for all three days. Mahmya boats leave from their own beach marina; check the meeting point rather than going to Hurghada Marina.

Hotels in Hurghada

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Plan last checked Nov 3, 2026. Check individual fee sources before you go. TravPa earns a commission when you book through a partner; your price stays the same.