# Hurghada El Gouna Day Trip

- Destination: Hurghada
- Duration: Full Day
- Price: from USD 50.27 per adult (prices are shown in USD, EUR and EGP at booking)
- Meeting point: Hotel lobby pickup in Hurghada.
- Best for: First-time visitors and culture seekers
- Booking: online; "Reserve Now, Pay Later" is available (no online payment is needed to hold a booking)
- Page: https://www.sunnyegypttravels.com/en/trips/hurghada-el-gouna-day-trip
- Last updated: 2026-10-14

A laid-back day exploring El Gouna's turquoise lagoons, colorful marina, and boutique waterside shops and cafés.

Spending a day in El Gouna feels like stepping into a completely different side of the Red Sea coast — one built around turquoise canals, a colorful marina, and a relaxed, boutique vibe rather than big resorts.

This trip is all about slow, easy exploring: wander past pastel-painted lagoon walkways, browse independent boutique shops for local crafts and beachwear, and settle into a waterside café for a coffee or fresh juice while boats drift by in the marina. There's no rush and no packed itinerary — just a comfortable pace to soak in El Gouna's atmosphere. The day also includes a boat ride along the canals and a lunch stop.

It's a great pick for travelers who want a lighter, more scenic alternative to a busy city tour, and works well for couples, families, or anyone craving a calm day away from Hurghada's main strip.

## Highlights

- El Gouna's canal lagoons and marina
- Boutique shopping and waterside cafés

## What's included

- Private transportation with A/C
- Local guide

## What's not included

- Lunch and gratuities
- Photos & videos (not included in the price)

## Itinerary

1. **~08:00–09:00** — Hotel pickup in Hurghada: Pickup from your hotel lobby in private air-conditioned transportation, with your local guide.
2. **~09:30** — Canal lagoons and the marina: Stroll El Gouna's lagoon walkways and colorful marina at an easy pace.
3. Boat ride along the canals: Glide through El Gouna's canals and lagoons by boat, with the island villas and the marina passing by.
4. **~12:30** — Boutique shops and a waterside café: Browse independent boutiques for local crafts and beachwear, then stop at a waterside café.
5. Lunch break: Stop for lunch at a local restaurant in El Gouna.
6. **~16:00** — Start the drive back: Drive back to your hotel.

## Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 3 days before the trip.

## Frequently asked questions

**What is included?**
Private air-conditioned transportation and a local guide.

**Is lunch included?**
No. Lunch and gratuities are not included.

**Is it a busy sightseeing tour?**
No. It is a calm half day with no packed schedule — a scenic alternative to a busy city tour.

**Where does it start?**
With pickup from your hotel lobby in Hurghada. The exact pickup time is confirmed after booking.

**What is the cancellation policy?**
Free cancellation up to 3 days before the trip.