El Quseir Historical Day Trip – Discover One of the Red Sea’s Oldest Towns
- DurationFull day (about 9 hours)
- ScheduleDeparture 8:00 AM, return around 5:00 PM
- PickupFree hotel pickup (Hurghada)
- Tour typeShared group
- AgesAll ages
Overview
Enjoy a full-day journey to El Quseir, one of the most historic towns on the Red Sea coast. Discover its Ottoman fort, which once protected the port and the trade and pilgrimage routes, then walk through the traditional old town, its alleys and heritage houses.
Visit the old port, browse the local market for spices and souvenirs, and relax on one of El Quseir’s beaches. Lunch, drinks, transfers and entrance tickets are included.
Highlights
- El Quseir Ottoman Fort
- Historic old town and heritage houses
- Old port district and local market
- Red Sea beach time and free time for photos
- Lunch, drinks and entrance tickets included
Program
- 08:00Hotel pickup
Drive south along the coast to El Quseir.
- MorningOttoman Fort
The fort that protected the port, trade and pilgrimage routes.
- Late morningOld town walk
Traditional alleys and heritage houses.
- MiddayOld port & market
The historic harbour, spices, souvenirs and local shops.
- AfternoonHistoric mosques & buildings
Photo stops outside, depending on route and time.
- LunchLunch
Lunch during the trip.
- AfternoonBeach & free time
Relax and take photos on an El Quseir beach.
- 17:00Return
Back at your hotel at about 5:00 PM.
What’s included
Included
- Hotel pickup and return transfer
- Lunch
- Drinks during the trip
- Entrance tickets to the sites in the program
- Sightseeing tour of El Quseir
Not included
- Personal expenses
- Activities or services not mentioned in the program
- Tips
Good to know
Pickup & drop-off
Pickup from your hotel at about 8:00 AM; return to your hotel at about 5:00 PM.
What to bring
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Hat and sunglasses
- Sunscreen
Important information
- The order of visits may change depending on opening hours, road conditions and operational circumstances.
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