Cheap Holidays to Hurghada

Cheap Holidays to Hurghada Egypt 2026/2027: Complete Guide & Pricing

Hurghada is the perfect spot for a traditional beach holiday with a strip of the Red Sea and warm and welcoming turquoise waters. It is a go-to destination for travelers from the UK who desire direct sun exposure without the hassle of planning extensive day trips. Hurghada is one of Egypt's more popular destinations. This guide provides all the essentials for planning an affordable trip to Hurghada, Egypt, for the years 2026 and 2027, including costs and activities.

Why Choose a Cheap Holiday to Hurghada

While Luxor and Cairo are extremely popular for their widely known ancient monuments, Hurghada is the ideal option for those looking to skip the long days of sightseeing and enjoy a more traditional beach vacation on the Red Sea. 

A vacation in Hurghada is a much better option for travelers looking to lie on the beach with sparkling blue waters and go snorkeling without the hassle of visiting museums and temples. The Red Sea's calm waters and proximity to beautiful coral reefs make it one of the most ideal places for snorkeling, diving, and other ocean excursions in Egypt.

Cheap All Inclusive Holidays to Hurghada Egypt: 2026/2027 Pricing

For the upcoming year, we have grouped our holidays by hotel star rating. While this is a good starting point, we must let you know that Hurghada's pricing may not behave as it should in other areas, as several hotels operate on an all-inclusive basis; therefore, price is determined by a resort's inclusions and the season as well as star rating.

3-Star Cheap Holiday to Hurghada Options

For starts at £1,329 per person, you could have a 7-night, 8-day hotel stay at the Sphinx Aqua Park Beach Resort. For around £1,371 per person, you could have an all-inclusive Stay at the Giftun Azur Resort with a 7-night, 8-day Stay at the Marlin Inn Azur Resort for around £1,386 per person. Good views of the beach, all-inclusive dining, and a 7-night, 8-day Stay are included.

4-Star Cheap Holidays to Hurghada All Inclusive

A 5-night, 6-day Stay at the Royal Beach Resort, which includes the Mini Egypt Park and a Hurghada speedboat with dolphin watching, is available for £1,299 per person. A Stay at Mina Mark Beach, an all-inclusive beachfront Stay for 7 nights and 8 days, is available for £1,457 per person. The price for a 7-night, 8-day all-inclusive Stay at Hurghada Long Beach Resort is £1,538 per person.

5-Star Cheap All Inclusive Holidays to Hurghada

Pricing for 5-star resorts in Hurghada often dips below that of 3-star and 4-star resorts. This is due to the star rating not being as important as what's included at the resort and what time of the year the travel is taking place. An all-inclusive stay at the amusement park resort, Caesar Palace Hotel and Aqua Park, with additional tours to Mini Egypt Park and Dolphin House, and snorkeling tours, rings in at a total of £680 per person. 

This is one of the cheapest vacation options available for Hurghada. A similar 5-star vacation package to the Ancient Sands Golf Resort, with additional tours to Luxor and Orange Bay Island, is currently going for £760 per person. Finally, you can stay 7 nights and 8 days for £1015 per person at the Hawai Le Jardin Aqua Park Resort and get a boat trip, scuba diving, and additional excursions to Orange Bay.

What's Included in Your Cheap Holiday to Hurghada Package

Return flights coupled with hotel stays and airport transfers, with 22kg checked baggage and 10kg hand luggage all per traveller are included in every package. Something to note with the Hurghada packages compared to the others is that many of the Hurghada resorts offer all-inclusive stays. This means that if you choose an all-inclusive stay in Hurghada, meals and drinks will be provided and will not be an extra cost to you.

The following excursions can be bought in addition to your tour:

• Mahmya Island Tour + Giftun Island Snorkelling Tour
• Dolphin House Snorkelling Tour + Orange Bay Island Cruise
• Desert Safari
• Royal Yacht Cruise + Paradise Island Boat Tour
• Semi-submarine Tour + Red Sea Snorkelling Adventure
• Hurghada Grand Aquarium
• Parasailing

Where to Stay: Hotels Featured

In Hurghada, you can find a large array of beachfront, all-inclusive, resort-style complexes. Among some of the featured hotels in current packages are: Bel Air Azur Resort, Marlin Inn Azur Resort, Giftun Azur Resort, Sphinx Aqua Park Beach Resort, Royal Star Beach, Hurghada Long Beach Resort, Mina Mark Beach, Royal Beach Resort, Hawaii Le Jardin Aqua Park, Ancient Sands Golf Resort, and Caesar Palace Hotel and Aqua Park.

Many of the resorts include aqua parks, multiple pools, and have direct beach access, which is perfect for families that want to have everything within walking distance.

Top Things to Do in Hurghada

Hurghada has awesome water sports and family-friendly activities, including:

• Mahmya Island Tour: A day trip to the beautiful, undeveloped, picture-perfect Island Beaches in the Giftun Islands Marine Reserve.
• Giftun Island Snorkeling Tour: Snorkeling in the Red Sea's coral reefs is simply amazing.
• Dolphin House Snorkeling: Go on a boat trip and have the opportunity to see dolphins up close.
• Orange Bay Island Cruise: A dazzling, relaxing day at a lagoon-style beach.
• Royal Yacht Cruise - An upscale tour to explore the Red Sea.
• Semi Submarine Tour: The classic way to see coral reefs and marine life from under the sea.
• Hurghada Desert Safari: A desert-adventure, off-road experience.
• Parasailing: Go parasailing and get an aerial view of the coast.
• Hurghada Grand Aquarium: A spacious marine aquarium featuring species from the Red Sea for a family-friendly experience.
• Red Sea Snorkelling Adventure: Direct access to some of the most well-known diving and snorkelling waters in the world.

Best Time to Visit Hurghada

Due to its unique desert climate, there really is no bad time to visit Hurghada. For those in the UK, the cooler months of October through to April mean more favorable temperatures on the beach and during outdoor activities. Of course, these are also the months that Hurghada is flooded with travelers from the UK and the other Northern countries for some winter sun. 

The heat of the summer, between May and September, is best for beach and pool relaxation. During those months, the sea really does warm up to amazing temperatures meant for snorkeling and diving. Hurghada is one of the most guaranteed sun destinations that you can reach from within the UK during the "off season" months.

Booking Your Holiday with Cheap Holiday Makers

Cheap Holiday Makers is a UK travel agency, fully ATOL protected, with ATOL number: 11375 (and operating as Aerolinks Travel Ltd, Company Reg No. 09303127, England and Wales registered Company). You can check their ATOL status directly from the CAA ATOL Website, and an ATOL Certificate is issued for every protected booking.

Cheap Umrah Deals right now offers a 20% discount on Egypt packages, plus a "Book Now Pay Later" option that starts at a £50 deposit with flexible payment options, available 24/7 to support you, and a quick visa service that takes care of all the necessary paperwork to enter Egypt. Special rates not shown online can be obtained by calling the team.

Final Thoughts

As one of the most consistent options for the UK traveler seeking to experience beach and sun in Egypt, Hurghada has a selection of all-inclusive resorts from around £680 per person (great value) to over £1,500 per person for premium beachfront resorts. The Red Sea offers calm waters to snorkel on coral reefs and is a great option for families as it is a safer alternative to the more culture-centered destinations of Egypt like Cairo and Luxor.

When trying to get the last deal, compare what is really included versus star ratings, know what's really covered by your all-inclusive package, check your ATOL protection, and think about traveling in the cooler months of October to April for good beach time with a nice balance of trips.