Red Sea Extension
Red Sea Extension
Red Sea Extension
4 Days Starting in Egypt and ending in Hurghada, Egypt
Visiting: Hurghada
Tour operator:
Tour code:
RE
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
16-99
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Activities:
Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable adventure with the "Red Sea Extension" tour in Egypt. This thrilling journey takes you to the vibrant coastal city of Hurghada, where you'll stay at the luxurious Mercure Hurghada Hotel. Enjoy a mix of relaxation and excitement with optional snorkelling trips by boat, free days to unwind on the pristine beaches, or try out various watersports. With daily breakfasts included, along with three lunches and dinners, you'll have plenty of energy to explore and make the most of your time in this stunning Red Sea destination. Join us for an adventure that promises both relaxation and exhilaration.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Drive To Hurghada
Location: Hurghada
Accommodation: Lotus Bay Hotel
Accommodation Name: Mercure Hurghada Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 2: In Hurghada; Optional Snorkelling Trip By Boat
Location: Hurghada
Accommodation: Lotus Bay Hotel
Accommodation Name: Mercure Hurghada Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: In Hurghada; Free Day To Relax Or Try Watersports
Location: Hurghada
Accommodation: Lotus Bay Hotel
Accommodation Name: Mercure Hurghada Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Tour Ends In Hurghada
Location: Hurghada
Meals Included: Breakfast
What's Included
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Meals
Breakfasts: 3
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Accommodation
Accommodation at Mercure Hurghada Hotel for 3 nights
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Activities
Optional snorkelling trip by boat in Hurghada
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Free Time
Free day to relax or try watersports in Hurghada
What's Not Included
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Accommodation
No accommodation provided on the last day
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Transport
Transport to and from Hurghada not included
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Optional Activities
Optional activities such as snorkelling trip by boat are not included
Meals
Breakfasts: 4
Lunches: 3
Dinners: 3
Mode of Transport
Transportation includes a drive to Hurghada, with all local transfers provided as part of the tour package.
Accommodation
Stay at the Mercure Hurghada Hotel, offering comfortable accommodations with modern amenities, perfect for relaxing after a day of adventure.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The accommodation provided during the tour is at the Mercure Hurghada Hotel.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, the tour package includes breakfasts for all four days, as well as lunches and dinners for the first three days.
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Is there an option for snorkeling during the tour?
Yes, on Day 2, there is an optional snorkeling trip by boat available in Hurghada.
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What activities are available on the free day in Hurghada?
On Day 3, you have a free day to relax or try various watersports in Hurghada.
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Where does the tour end?
The tour ends in Hurghada on Day 4.
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I'm going on a walking/cycling trip-do I need to train?
It will depend on the grade and how fit you already are. Check the trip page for details of the walking or cycling grade and how far you’ll be walking/cycling each day. For moderate or challenging trips in particular we’d recommend doing some walks or cycles before you leave to build up your fitness and prepare you for the distances being covered.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
We have a wide range of ages nationalities on our small group trips and they come from all walks of life.
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Should I get travel insurance?
Yes–it is a condition of booking that you are fully insured when travelling with us
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How long has the tour company been trading?
At Explore, we're the experts in adventure travel. Our small group adventure holidays have been running since 1981. Today, Explore is one of the most trusted travel companies in the UK with over 500 trips to more than 120 countries.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
Yes, but there are no concessions for doing so, and we must have a record in your booking advising as such before the trip departs.
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Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?
Being a responsible company is a large statement, something that has to be entwined within the very fibre of a company. Discover the charities and partnerships we support as part of this at https://www.explore.co.uk/about/sustainability/charities-and-partners
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
We want to be as clear as and as honest as possible about what happens if you decide to that you no longer wish to travel on your trip. Our booking conditions have details of the costs you’ll incur when you cancel-these charges depend on how long it is before your planned departure.
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What is the accommodation like?
We choose comfortable accommodation in the best locations possible. We opt for small, local and family-run accommodation where we can, as opposed to large chain hotels. We typically use hotels that are the equivalent of European 3-star, and you’ll usually have an en suite room. Occasionally, where we want to get off the beaten trail we may stay in more basic accommodation.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Sustainability is embedded within the fibre of Explore, it emanates from the inside out. But as we enter a new decade it is clearer than ever that our world needs help, and Explore has created a sustainability strategy based on the 2015 UN’s Sustainable Development Goals.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Our flexible booking and safety policies mean you're protected before and during your travels with us. Receive a full refund if your trip is cancelled, transfer your trip free of charge up to 10 days before departure minus any irrocoverable costs.
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Do I need to be very fit to book with you?
All our trips require some level of active participation. This could be on a cultural trip, trek, safari, expedition or voyage. It is in the interests of all members of the group that everyone should be capable of fully participating in the activities of their chosen trip.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Final documents will include a comprehensive trip itinerary, climate and country information, budgeting and packing advice visa and passport information and details on optional activities available.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Yes on most of our trips. Most trips are based on customers sharing twin-bedded rooms. If you book a group trip as an individual, you will share a room with someone of the same sex. However, on many trips we offer the opportunity to pay a supplement to pre-book a single room, known as our single room option. On some trips a single room will be provided every night, on others it will be provided o
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Do we have to be vaccinated against Covid-19 to travel
It’s now a condition of booking a trip with us that customers should have one of the following before they travel - — Be vaccinated against COVID, having received the full recommended course, and allowing enough time for immunity to take effect. Full vaccination includes any booster required to keep the vaccine valid. — Have taken a negative test (rapid antigen or PCR) within 72hrs of departure.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Explore will only offer hotels that have specific COVID-19 protocols in place and comply with local government guidelines. We will ensure these measures include; enhanced room cleaning, ventilation, social distancing, regular cleaning and disinfection of high frequency touch points in public areas, food safety, staff re-training and minimising contact within the properties.
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Free Date Changes
Explore! allows you to make 1 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 70 days before the start of the tour.
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Low Deposit
Explore! requires a minimum deposit of 10% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 70 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of explore! charges.
Up to 70 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 69 days before tour starts: Forfeit 30% of booking price.
At 41 days before tour starts: Forfeit 60% of booking price.
At 27 days before tour starts: Forfeit 90% of booking price.
At 13 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.