The “Mare Rubum” of the Romans, the Red Sea has been called the “red” by Europeans since antiquity, a name that has also been taken over by the Arabs, (El Bahr El Ahmer), due to the colour of various mountain ranges bordering the sea. It runs from north to south east for about 1600 miles in length, and 120 to 240 miles in width, the Red Sea is nature’s beautiful gift to the Middle East. One of the last frontiers to be discovered by avid adventurers and enthusiasts, this tropical sea has slightly varying climatic conditions all year round, not to mention water clarity and spectacular and diversified marine life which make it famous for coral reefs and their habitants. Aficionados of Scuba diving, snorkelling, deep sea fishing and underwater photography head for Hurghada and Sharm El Sheikh.

• Assisted transfer to Cairo airport for your departure.

• Return domestic airfare from Cairo on EgyptAir.

• Arrival & departure transfers to hotel in Hurghada or Sharm El Sheikh.

• 3 nights selected hotel accommodation as per your choice.

• Breakfast and dinner daily in Hurghada.

• Breakfast only in Sharm El Sheikh.

• Luggage handling at the airport and at the hotels.

Sharm El Sheikh

At the southern tip of Sinai, Sharm El Sheikh has some of the finest and most beautiful snorkelling and diving sites in the world. Sharm El Sheikh is also known for its fishing, climate and as a place simply to relax in. It is also known for its sulphur springs, which are considered cures for rheumatism and skin problems.

Hurghada

Situated 385 Km south of Suez, Hurghada is a noted fishing zone, especially for sharks, barracudas and swordfish. This beautiful town, an aquatic wonderland is reigned by mountains, desert, a clean sandy shore and a very clear blue sea. A highly developed resort area is located 3 miles south of Town, where the traveller can find the most luxurious accommodation, comprising major international hotel chains such as the Sheraton and Hilton.