Last updated on December 17, 2015
Hurghada is a must visit place in Egypt. So, if you are planning a holiday trip to Egypt, don’t forget to include it in your itinerary. Don’t let budget constraints stop you from exploring this beach town. Read on to find out how to go on an excursion to Hurghada on a low budget.
If you have been bitten by the travel bug, nothing can stop you from exploring the various destinations. And when it comes to planning a holiday, Egypt is never far behind. It is considered to be the ultimate destination for lovers of history. However, did you know that Egypt has more to it than the pyramids and the Sphinx? Ever heard of Hurghada? This is a beach town in Egypt which lies on the coast of Red Sea. It is beautiful town with many resorts and beautiful, sandy beaches which boast of a lot of interesting activities.
In case, you are short on cash and are planning to drop out on Hurghada excursion, think again. You can still manage a day trip and engage in tourist activities in spite of a tight budget. Don’t know how? Let us help you out .
1. Travelling to Hurghada: Though flying by an airline is the quickest way to reach Hurghada, this is a definite no when you are operating on a shoe string budget. However, you will find that there are a number of buses from major Egyptian towns like Cairo, Alexandria, Luxor and Aswan that that will take you to this picturesque beach town. Of course, the duration of the journey and the cost of the bus ticket would vary depending upon the distance. But this is definitely the best way to reach Hurghada. Make sure to enquire about the bus timings so that you don’t miss the bus as this could mean you would have to give up the idea altogether.
2. Getting Around: Once you are in Hurghada, another issue that you might face is how to get around the town. Well, you can always opt for a cab which is also very convenient. However, if you feel that you cannot afford this luxury, you will find mini vans that are known as micro buses here. These will help you to get around the town and are extremely easy on the pocket.
3. Things to Do: Hurghada is a tourist attraction mainly because it offers a number of activities at very nominal rates.
1. View of the Red Sea – The main attraction on Hurghada tour is the view of the Red Sea. After having read about it in books, this is the first hand experience you can get of the sea.
2. Snorkelling – Explore the underwater beauty when you go snorkelling in the majestic Red Sea.
3. Scuba Diving – You will find attractive offers on scuba diving that will help you save money and at the same time explore the wonderful world under the sea. There are instructors who train you and assist you in this endeavour.
4. Desert Safari – Though Hurghada is a beach town, it still has a desert and you can opt for a desert safari in a jeep or a desert bike depending upon your budget.
5. Other Adventure Sports – You can also enjoy parasailing, jet skiing etc at the beach. And the best part is all these are economically priced.
4. Shopping: If you are good at bargaining, then you can buy a lot of souvenirs at Hurghada. However make sure you visit a few shops before going in for the final kill.
5. Food: With all the well known fast food chains present in Hurghada, you are sure to find food that suits your taste and budget.
So, you see? Even if you have a tight budget you can still make Hurghada excursion a reality. All you need is some proper planning. So, go ahead and plan a day trip to Hurghada. Once you get there you would be glad you planned it in the first place.
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