Flights to Sharm El Sheikh starting from SAR961.71

The stunning Sharm el Sheikh is an Egyptian city on the southern tip of the Sinai Peninsula. Thanks to the perfect year-round sunshine and pristine beaches, Sharm el Sheikh holidays are a go-to for travellers from all over the world, and the vast choice of hotels means it's a great place to choose for a summer holiday destination.

If Sharm El Sheikh is your next go-to travel destination, make sure to remember the differences in language and currency. While the official language spoken in the city is Egyptian Arabic – English, German and Russian are also commonly spoken. If you need to change your currency for your trip, the money used is the Egyptian Pound.

Explore the city this summer for yourself by booking a low-cost fare with flynas.

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Attractions and Things to do in Sharm El Sheikh

Searching for the best things to do in Sharm El Sheikh? The city offers a whole host of things to do for every kind of traveller. With a whopping 35 kilometres of coastline to explore, designer shopping centres, watersports, lagoons and coral reefs and traditional eateries – there’s a whole host of things to see and do in the vibrant city, whether you like to relax in the sunshine or go on an adventure.

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Visit Top Attractions in Sharm El Sheikh

Al Fanar Lighthouse

Relax and unwind by the sea at El Fanar, a beach overlooked by the old lighthouse. The lighthouse at Al-Fanar is located right at the edge of Om El Sid Hill and offers some of the most stunning views over the Sharm coastline and the Gulf of Aqaba. Sit down for a moment, relax and take in the panoramas.

St. Catherine's Monastery

Take a day trip from Sharm El Sheikh and visit Sinai’s top historical destination, St. Catherine's Monastery. It sits at the foot of Mount Sinai and is considered one of the oldest working monasteries in the world.

Coloured Canyon

177 Km north of Sharm El Sheikh lies one of Sinai’s top natural water attractions, the Colored Canyon. A day trip from Sharm to Coloured Canyon is a once in a lifetime opportunity to wander amongst the stunning nature, scramble around the rocks and do some hiking.

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Discover new Activities in Sharm El Sheikh

King Tut Museum

The King Tut Museum is a popular tourist attraction in the city. It showcases the life of the pharaoh of ancient Egypt in the 18th dynasty, Tutankhamun, with a total of 35 replicas of treasure found in the tomb of King Tutankhamun.

Dive the Thistlegorm Wreck

Located 40 km from Sharm El Sheikh, the Thistlegorm Wreck is renowned for being the most popular wreck dive in the Red Sea. The world-famous Thistlegorm sunk in 1941, and today diving enthusiasts can visit the wreck and explore the wartime cargo the ship held, as well as beautiful sea life. If you’re a lover of diving and seeing the historical sites of Egypt, a visit to the Thistlegorm is a must.

Dive the Jolanda Reef Site

Jolanda Reef (also called Yolanda Reef) is one of the most popular dive sites in the Ras Mohammed Marine Park area. Scorpionfish, turtles, moray eels, and barracuda are all regularly spotted by divers here.

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Indulge your taste with Sharm El Sheikh Food

Melokhya

Melokhya is a traditional dish in Egypt: a soup made from a leafy green summer vegetable and served with rice and meat or chicken. The dish is commonly eaten with bread or rice, or both.

Basbousa

Basbousa is a very popular Egyptian dessert and a traditional Middle Eastern sweet cake. The cake is made of semolina pastry and soaked in honey, scattered with hazelnuts and cut into diamond or rectangle shapes.

Um Aly

Known as one of Egypt’s most popular desserts, Um Aly a classic bread pudding made with layers of puff pastry that's soaked in a sweet milk mixture and layered with mixed nuts and raisins.

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Best located hotels in Sharm El Sheikh

Sharm El Sheikh offers a variety of welcoming stays for travellers. There are many hotels to choose from in the city to suit solo travellers, couples or families.

Here are few suggestions:

Aqua Blu Sharm El Sheikh

Located just 0.1 miles from the beautiful Terrazzina beach, the all-inclusive hotel is perfect for families and couples. Offering a 500 yards promenade with cafés and shops and private beach access, it’s the ideal holiday destination in Sharm El Sheikh.

Jaz Fanara Residence

With stunning Red Sea views, the Jaz Fanara Residence is located on the cliff of Ras Om El Sid and only minutes away from Neama Bay and the Al Fanar Lighthouse. The hotel is perfect for a romantic getaway or a fun family holiday with a whole host of all-inclusive luxuries.

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Transportation in Sharm El Sheikh

The most popular modes of transport in Sharm el Sheikh is minibuses and taxis. Taxis are easily found from any place in the city of Sharm el Sheikh; it is recommended to determine the price with your driver before boarding the taxi. The cheapest option is to travel by minibus; the average cost is a couple of Egyptian Pounds (LE) per person. Despite providing the most affordable and most frequently used means of transport, they may not be a good option if you are in a rush. Taxi is the most preferred option to get around as they are easily accessible. It's also recommended to rent your own car during your stay. 

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