Horse Riding 2 Hours & Relaxation Turkish Bath & Sauna – Hurghada

Feel Egypt from the saddle. This Hurghada experience pairs a two-hour horse ride with a Turkish bath, sauna, Jacuzzi, and steam bath, giving you both outdoor action and quiet recovery time. I like the unusual mix, and I like that hotel pickup, safety equipment, tea, and water are included.

The horses are described as authentic Egyptian desert-bred horses, and the ride may include views toward the Red Sea. The main consideration is timing: the full outing lasts about five hours, while the riding and bath each take roughly two hours, leaving the rest for transfers and changing.

Key points at a glance

• Two different experiences in one outing: Ride through the wonderful desert for two hours, then spend two hours in a Turkish bath with sauna, Jacuzzi, steam bath, and scrubbing.
• Red Sea setting: The riding experience can take you along the seafront, adding open views to the desert scenery.
• Hotel pickup included: An air-conditioned vehicle collects and returns you to your Hurghada hotel.
• Extra charges matter: A governmental value-added tax of €5 per person is paid in cash, with a further €10 transfer charge from several resort areas.
• Small review sample, strong rating: The experience has a 5.0 rating from four reviews, including praise for the friendly riding escort and the beautiful setting.
• Flexible cancellation: You receive a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours before the local start time.

Why combine horseback riding with a Turkish bath?

Many Hurghada excursions ask you to choose between an active outing and a spa visit. This one puts both into the same half-day plan. You spend part of the day outside on horseback, then switch to a warm, restful setting with traditional bath treatments.

I like the contrast. Horse riding gives you a slower view of Egypt than a bus or car can provide. The Turkish bath then gives you time to sit down and recover rather than rushing from one stop to the next.

The format also works well if your sightseeing schedule is tight. You do not need to arrange a separate spa appointment after the ride, and the return to your hotel is built into the plan. The five-hour estimate is long enough to feel like a proper outing, but short enough to leave part of the day free.

You should keep your expectations sensible. The tour description does not give the exact riding route, stable location, or treatment sequence. You know the main ingredients, but not every minute of the schedule.

The two-hour horse ride through desert country

The ride is the first major part of the experience. You spend two hours on horseback in the desert, with the possibility of riding near the Red Sea. That setting gives this activity more character than an ordinary short ride around a hotel property.

The horses are presented as Egyptian desert-bred animals, selected for their posture and graceful movement. That detail will appeal to anyone who cares about the animal as much as the scenery. It also suggests that the horse is central to the experience, rather than simply a way to carry you along a fixed path.

A two-hour ride is long enough to feel substantial. You get time to settle into the saddle, watch the surroundings change, and enjoy a pace that is generally slower than a vehicle tour. If you have never ridden before, the duration may also feel demanding, since the listing does not specify a beginner-only route or the amount of walking involved.

Safety equipment is included. That is important, though the available details do not list the exact equipment or explain the riding instruction. If you are new to horses, ask the local provider about the riding level, pace, and mounting arrangements before the day begins.

The Red Sea setting is one of the most appealing details. A French-language review praised the ride along the sea and described the escort as friendly and attentive. That praise is useful because it points to the human side of the outing: a good escort can make a major difference when you are handling an unfamiliar horse.

What the Red Sea setting adds

Horse riding beside the Red Sea offers a different view of Hurghada. Instead of seeing the coast through a hotel window or from a busy road, you have the chance to experience it at ground level, with the desert and sea sharing the scene.

The setting may also make the ride especially appealing for photographers. One review praised the ride but noted that the link for collecting photos taken by the escort was still missing. If photographs matter to you, ask how pictures are delivered and if there is an extra charge before you leave the riding area.

The wind is another practical point. A German-language review called the experience beautiful and recommendable, but wished for milder wind. That is a fair warning for an exposed coastal ride. Wind can affect comfort, hair, loose clothing, and the general feel of the outing even when the temperature is pleasant.

Bring clothing that can handle dust and wind. Long trousers and closed footwear are sensible for a riding activity, although the supplied details do not set a clothing rule. You should also expect your clothes to need a change before the bath if the ride is dusty.

The Turkish bath, sauna, Jacuzzi, and steam bath

After the riding portion, you move indoors for two hours of relaxation in a Turkish bath. The package includes sauna, Jacuzzi, steam bath, and scrubbing, with professional staff providing the treatment.

This part gives the tour its strongest value for people who want more than a simple horse ride. You are not just paying for transport to a stable and back. You also receive a spa session designed to help you wash off dust, loosen up, and rest after the saddle.

The Turkish bath is built around heat, water, and body care. The scrubbing is likely to be the main treatment rather than an optional extra, since it is included in the description. Still, the exact order of the sauna, steam bath, Jacuzzi, and scrub is not stated, so you should ask staff for the sequence when you arrive.

The two-hour spa period sounds generous. It lets you use the facilities without having to rush straight from the scrub to the vehicle. It also balances the active first half of the day. If you prefer a quiet afternoon after riding, this portion may be more important to you than the desert route itself.

Keep in mind that the tour details do not say if additional massage services are included. They are not listed, so do not assume a massage forms part of the $40 price.

Pickup, timing, and the five-hour schedule

Hotel pickup and drop-off are included in an air-conditioned vehicle. This is useful in Hurghada, where resort hotels can be spread across a large area and arranging a taxi for a combined ride and spa visit would add work.

The advertised duration is about five hours. The main activities account for four hours: two hours on horseback and two hours in the Turkish bath. The remaining time covers collection, the drive, arrival procedures, changing, and the return journey.

Do not treat five hours as a precise door-to-door promise. Pickup times can depend on your hotel and the other people sharing the vehicle. The tour allows up to 30 people, so the vehicle may serve a group rather than only you and your companions.

That maximum is worth considering. A group of 30 is not the same as a private outing, and the schedule may feel less personal if many people are arriving, changing, or moving between activities. On the other hand, group travel keeps the listed price low and can suit you if you prefer not to arrange a private vehicle.

The mobile ticket is convenient. You can keep confirmation on your phone, and booking confirmation is sent at the time of booking. Since the activity is booked an average of nine days ahead, it is sensible to reserve early if your Hurghada dates are fixed.

What the $40 price really covers

At $40 per person, the package offers a fair amount for a five-hour outing. The price includes transport, two hours of riding, two hours of Turkish bath access and treatment, safety equipment, tea, and water.

The value is strongest if you want both activities. Booking a separate horse ride and separate spa visit could mean two transfers, two reservations, and more time spent arranging details. Here, one booking handles the main day plan.

The price is less attractive if you only want to ride. In that case, you are still paying for the bath portion, even if you do not care much about the sauna, Jacuzzi, or scrubbing. Likewise, a dedicated spa visitor may find the two-hour ride unnecessary.

You must also budget for charges paid locally. A governmental value-added tax of €5 per person is payable in cash on the spot. Transfers from El Gouna, Safaga, Soma Bay, Makadi, and Sahl Hasheesh cost an additional €10 per person, also paid in cash.

For someone staying in central Hurghada, the advertised $40 is therefore close to the main cost, apart from the €5 tax. For the named resort areas, add €15 per person in cash. Check your hotel area before booking so the final amount does not catch you by surprise.

Who will enjoy this Hurghada experience?

I would recommend this outing to you if you want a gentle mix of outdoor activity and rest. It suits couples, friends, and families with participants who can take part in horseback riding. Most people can participate, and service animals are allowed according to the booking information.

It is also a good match for riders who want scenery rather than an advanced equestrian lesson. The description emphasizes the horses, the desert, and the coastal setting, not jumping, training, or long-distance riding.

You may want to choose another activity if you need a private group, a carefully graded riding program, or a clearly defined route. The maximum group size is 30, and the available information does not explain the riding pace, horse allocation, or exact start point.

The spa section may appeal to you if heat and scrubbing are part of your idea of a relaxing holiday. If you dislike steam rooms or hot facilities, half of the experience may not suit you. The tour is best for someone who sees the bath as a welcome second act, not an afterthought.

Practical tips before you book

Wear practical riding clothes and bring a change of clothing for the bath. The supplied details do not list a dress code, but desert dust, horse contact, and spa treatments make a spare outfit useful.

Carry cash in euros for the €5 tax. If you are staying in El Gouna, Safaga, Soma Bay, Makadi, or Sahl Hasheesh, carry the additional €10 transfer fee as well. These charges are paid on the spot, not folded into the advertised price.

Ask about the photo system before the ride. The escort took pictures during at least one outing, but the online link was not available to the customer at the time of the review. A quick question could prevent confusion later.

Allow flexibility around the pickup time. The experience is listed as approximately five hours, not a fixed five-hour schedule. Hotel transfers and group coordination can affect the exact finish.

Finally, check the forecast for wind. A windy day will not necessarily cancel the ride, but it may make the open coastal setting less comfortable. The German-language feedback specifically singled out wind as the one thing that could have been better.

Cancellation and booking details

You can cancel free of charge up to 24 hours before the experience starts and receive a full refund. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the local start time are not refunded, and changes inside that same window are not accepted.

The tour accepts mobile tickets, provides confirmation at booking, and allows a maximum of 30 participants. Those details make planning fairly simple, but you should still confirm your hotel location and the extra transfer fee before finalizing the reservation.

The current rating is 5.0 from four reviews. That is a very positive result, but it is also a small sample, so I would treat it as encouraging rather than conclusive. The strongest praise focuses on the friendly, attentive riding escort, the beauty of the Red Sea setting, and the overall enjoyment of the day.

Should you book it?

Book this tour if you want a two-part Hurghada outing with horse riding and spa time, and you value included transport more than a private schedule. The combination is unusual, the $40 starting price is reasonable for the inclusions, and the positive comments about the coastal ride and attentive escort are reassuring.

Think twice if you want advanced riding, complete privacy, or a spa menu with treatments beyond the listed scrub and facilities. Also add the €5 tax, and possibly the €10 resort transfer fee, before judging the final value.

For an easy half-day that pairs desert scenery with a warm Turkish bath, this is a sensible choice. Just plan for wind, carry cash, and ask about photographs before you mount the horse.

FAQ

How long does the experience last?

The complete experience lasts approximately five hours. The listed activities include two hours of horseback riding and two hours in the Turkish bath, with the remaining time used for transfers and arrangements.

How long is the horse ride?

The horseback riding portion lasts two hours.

What is included in the horse riding and spa package?

The package includes hotel pickup and drop-off in an air-conditioned vehicle, two hours of horseback riding, two hours of Turkish bath relaxation, sauna, Jacuzzi, steam bath, scrubbing, safety equipment, tea, and water.

Is hotel transportation included?

Yes. Pickup and drop-off at your hotel are included for the standard service area.

Are there extra charges?

Yes. A governmental value-added tax of €5 per person is paid in cash on the spot. Transfers from El Gouna, Safaga, Soma Bay, Makadi, and Sahl Hasheesh cost an additional €10 per person, also paid in cash.

Is the tour suitable for most people?

The booking information states that most people can participate. Service animals are allowed.

How many people can join the tour?

The maximum group size is 30 participants.

Can I use a mobile ticket?

Yes. A mobile ticket is offered, and confirmation is received at the time of booking.

What is the cancellation policy?

You receive a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours before the experience start time. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the local start time are not accepted for a refund.