Tours to Hurghada from Chisinau — Last-Minute Deals
Hurghada is the largest resort in Egypt outside Sinai and one of the country's cheapest destinations. Non-stop charters from Chisinau spend about three and a half hours in the air, while spacious beaches of soft sand with a gradual slope into the sea make it a favourite with families.
Your package already bundles the flight, meet-and-greet and transfer, a room with the meal plan you pick and an insurance policy; you only pay extra for getting to Chisinau and for the visa. Browse suitable offers from all operators with the tour search, or, if you would like a specialist to pick the hotel, send our manager a request.
Why Families Choose Hurghada
- Sand instead of coral by the shore. On most beaches the sea can be entered without swim shoes, and the shallows warm up quickly, which is the main advantage for small children compared with Sharm El Sheikh.
- Hotels with water parks. Hurghada has one of the biggest choices of hotels with slides and kids' clubs anywhere on the Red Sea, and in many of them meals come all-inclusive.
- Prices. With a huge number of hotels in every category, Hurghada consistently stays among the country's most budget-friendly destinations.
- Excursions for every taste. The Giftun Islands with Orange Bay beach, submarine trips, the Grand Aquarium, quad biking in the desert, and a four-hour coach ride to the temples of Luxor.
Flight and Transfer
Hurghada Airport (HRG) sits on the edge of the city, so getting to the hotel rarely takes long: 10–20 minutes to hotels within the city, about 25 to Sahl Hasheesh, 30–40 minutes to Makadi Bay or El Gouna, and around an hour to Soma Bay and Safaga.
Getting to Chisinau, leaving the car and how early to turn up for check-in are explained in our guide to flying from Chisinau. Travelling from Vinnytsia? See the Hurghada from Vinnytsia page.
Where to Stay: Hurghada Districts and Nearby Resorts
- Old Hurghada (El Dahar). An oriental bazaar, the El Mina Mosque and inexpensive city hotels: the place for local colour and savings.
- Sakkala and the Marina. The hub of evening life, with a yacht marina, restaurants, cafés and shops within walking distance.
- Sahl Hasheesh. A quiet bay south of the city with upscale hotels, a long pier out to the reef and a well-kept promenade.
- Makadi Bay. Large family resorts with water parks and private beaches, about 30 km from the airport. Options are on the tours to Makadi Bay from Chisinau page.
- El Gouna. A town built on lagoons with its own marina, an unhurried pace and the region's best kitesurfing conditions. Read more in our article El Gouna is a separate world and on the tours to El Gouna from Chisinau page.
The mainland coast is windy all year round: in summer the breeze takes the edge off the heat, while in winter it makes evenings cool. Kitesurfers head to El Gouna, Soma Bay and Safaga precisely for this steady wind.
Hurghada Weather
Weather is at its best in October–November and again in March–April. Winter days bring around +21…+23 °C; you can swim, but you will want a sweater after sunset. Summer, May through September, is hot at up to +36 °C, and the sea reaches +28…+29 °C.
| Month | Daytime | Sea |
|---|---|---|
| November | +26 °C | +25 °C |
| December | +23 °C | +23 °C |
| January | +21 °C | +22 °C |
| February | +22 °C | +21 °C |
| March | +24 °C | +22 °C |
| April | +28 °C | +23 °C |
| May – October | +30…+36 °C | +25…+29 °C |
Approximate averages.
Tour Prices
Two adults can spend a week in Hurghada on all-inclusive from about 23,316 UAH, one of the lowest starting prices among Egyptian resorts. Prices peak around New Year and during the spring school break, while the cheapest weeks are usually early December and after mid-January. How to choose a hotel without overpaying is covered in our review of the best-value hotels in Hurghada.
Visa and Documents
- A visa is required. The Sinai stamp is not valid in Hurghada, so you need a standard tourist visa: 25 USD as an e-Visa applied for online, or 30 USD when bought on arrival.
- Passport that will still be valid for six months after you enter Egypt. Moldova lets Ukrainians cross without a visa.
- Booking documents (voucher, e-tickets and insurance policy) are emailed to you once the tour is paid.
- Crossing the border. Before travelling, check which exit rules currently apply under martial law, separately for men who may be called up and for children.
Hurghada from Chisinau: FAQ
How many hours is the flight to Hurghada?
Flying non-stop from Chisinau takes roughly three and a half hours. From the airport to hotels within the city it is only 10–20 minutes.
Is Hurghada a good choice for families with kids?
Yes, it is one of Egypt's best resorts for families: sandy beaches with shallow water and plenty of hotels with slides, entertainment programmes and mini-clubs.
Is a visa needed for Hurghada?
Yes: the free Sinai stamp only works in Sinai. A tourist visa costs 30 USD at the airport; arranged online beforehand, it is 25 USD.
Sharm El Sheikh or Hurghada: which is better in winter?
Sharm is 1–2 degrees warmer and better sheltered from the wind, while Hurghada wins on price and has sandy beaches that suit children.
What does a Hurghada tour from Chisinau cost?
As a guide, from 23,316 UAH for a week with all-inclusive meals for two adults. The final amount depends on dates, hotel category and area: hotels in Makadi Bay or El Gouna usually cost more than those in the city.
Compare with other resorts from Chisinau: Sharm El Sheikh is warmer in winter, and Marsa Alam suits reef lovers.
