From the Red Sea to the desert—handpicked experiences for every travel style.
Explore Beyond Makadi Bay
From a Nile Cruise extension to island days on turquoise water, reef adventures, desert safaris at sunset, and authentic Hurghada culture—Fort Arabesque is perfectly positioned for discovery. Below you’ll find experiences grouped by category, with multiple places and options in each—so you can choose what fits your time and travel style.
Nile Cruises
- Extend your stay with a classic Luxor–Aswan sailing experience—perfect to complete your Egypt journey.
Islands & Marine
- Giftun-style lagoons, sandbanks, and beach clubs—turquoise water days with snorkeling and relaxation.
Desert & Safari
- Quad safaris, Bedouin encounters, mountain trails, and stargazing under wide desert skies.
Culture & History
- Souqs and local life in Hurghada, museums and landmarks, plus heritage sites and iconic day trips.
Nile Cruises
Nile Cruises: Turn your Red Sea stay into a full Egypt itinerary with a Luxor–Aswan sailing extension. Choose from Presidential Nile Cruises (PNC) vessels including Admiral, Commodore, Odyssey, Plaza, and Symphony—ideal for couples, families, and solo travelers seeking temples, villages, and Nile sunsets.
Islands & Marine + Beaches & Coast
Islands & Marine: Choose an island day tailored to your vibe—Orange Bay (Giftun), Paradise Island, Mahmya Island, Eden Island, Magawish Island, Utopia Island & Reef, or Abu Minqar Island for a more nature-focused escape. Beaches & Coast: Prefer a shoreline day? Add Sahl Hasheesh Promenade for sunset walks, or enjoy a premium beach day at Soma Bay, Old Vic Beach, or Dream Beach for livelier energy.
Desert & Safari
Swap the sea breeze for golden desert horizons—go for Quad Safari & Bedouin Village, a deeper 4x4 Off-Road Expedition, or a Stargazing Desert Camp. For something cinematic, explore Umm Huwaytat Ghost City, Wadi Zawya, or the Valley of the Camels, and for active explorers, the Red Sea Mountain Trail offers guided hiking shaped by local Bedouin heritage.
Culture, Markets & History
Explore the authentic side of the city—walk El Dahar Old Town & Souq, visit the Hurghada Fish Market, and enjoy local cafés and Egyptian comfort food spots. For an easy daytime plan, add Hurghada Museum, Hurghada Grand Aquarium, or Sand City Museum. For meaningful landmarks, you can also visit El Mina Mosque (Marina) and local churches such as Saint Shenouda Coptic Cathedral and St. Mary Church.
Go further, see Egypt
For guests who want a bigger adventure, plan a full-day (or overnight) journey to iconic destinations—Luxor Temples & the Valley of the Kings, or monumental wonders like Abu Simbel. For heritage on the coast, explore El Quseir Old Town and the Ottoman Fortress. For true explorers, the Eastern Desert offers rare history through routes like Wadi Hammamat Ancient Road, Mons Claudianus, and Mons Porphyrites, where landscapes and inscriptions tell stories older than the modern world.
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