Cheap Holiday Deals To Sharm el Sheikh

Cheap Holiday Deals To Sharm el Sheikh

Cheap Holiday Deals To Sharm el Sheikh

Just twenty years ago Sharm el Sheikh was still little more than a sleepy fishing village on the tip of the Sinai Peninsula; a world away from the sprawling hotel complexes and developed resorts that now await holidaymakers. It is set apart from other tourist destinations by its starkly beautiful landscape, with jagged, terracotta-coloured mountains providing the backcloth to its elegant white-washed hotels. Also, since the Red Sea Riviera' is outside the eurozone, there are some very cheap holiday deals to Sharm el Sheikh, making it a more realistic holiday possibility than you might expect.

Diving

Sharm is perhaps best known for its crystal clear waters that teem with sea life, and few visitors pass on the opportunity to explore its coral reefs firsthand. It's well worth picking up a guide to the dozens of different dive sites off the Sinai Peninsula, and although the most popular, such as Ras Mohammed and Tiran, can get pretty busy during peak season, there are still plenty of hidden treasures to be explored. More experienced divers can enjoy night or shipwreck dives, while beginners can take advantage of lessons that are sometimes included in cheap holiday deals.

Activities and excursions

It's easy to go to Sharm and forget completely about the world beyond the walls of your hotel. But there are some unforgettably unique activities and excursions to enjoy on cheap holidays toSharm el Sheikh. Culture vultures are drawn to the Greek Orthodox monastery of St Catharine at the foot of Mount Sinai, which dates back to the fourth century and has been awarded UNESCO World Heritage Site status. Alternatively, tourists can walk like an Egyptian on a Bedouin-style desert experience, involving camel rides, evening entertainment and food.

Eating out

After a long day spent exploring the reefs, holidaymakers have the choice of an ostensibly limitless array of restaurants and bars where they can relax and recharge. Although Sharm and Na'ama Bay have not evaded the gastronomic hegemony of chain restaurants, it's still possible to track down traditional Egyptian fare. Head to the Old Market and you'll find various Beirut-style cafes and restaurants serving hearty Bedouin dishes and some deliciously fresh seafood.

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