Excursions should be booked on the premises at the Discovery desk
The peace of mind of all-inclusive holidays by Club Med :
- 1 At extra cost and where possible
2 Transfers only in case of purchase of the Club Med Package including transport, exceptions for some Resorts
3 Depending on the Resort
4 Depending on the dates
5 Except for the hammam (Bali, Trancoso, Phuket, Cervinia, Val d'Isère) & Sauna (Bali, Trancoso, Cervinia)
6In Chamonix Mont-Blanc the Brévent and Flégère ski domains close on 22 April 2012, and Club Med snow sports end on the same day.
7 In Val d'Isère, Chamonix Mont-Blanc, Méribel 3 resorts and Arcs Extrême, our group lessons from 12 years.
African coasts and Middle East
Egypt - El Gouna-Red Sea
Resort 
Excursions desk
A stay at the Club Med is always the perfect opportunity to leave daily realities behind and experience something completely new.
The excursions programme is given as an indication.
The Club Med has drawn up a Responsible Tourismcharter for all the destinations it serves, to guarantee responsible practice towards the environment, both natural and cultural, and ethical participation towards local economic development.
We kindly invite you to download the "Responsible Tourism in Egypt" charter.
Please click here: Responsible Tourism in Egypt"
Ancient Thebes (2 days)
Recommended by our Discovery Centre.
Named "the city of a hundred doors" by Homer, this open-air museum is totally unique. Sacred city of Amon-Re, these two days in ancient Thebes will take you back to the days when this mythical figure visited Thebes each year in his golden boat. A guided visit with "son et lumière" of the splendid Temple, now called the Temple of Karnak, where the Pharohs reigned for 5 centuries. Sphinxes guard the road leading to the Temple of Luxor. The dignity of the two Pharaohs leaves an indelible impression of peace and eternity. On the opposite bank of the river lies the secret valley, the royal Necropolis of Thebes. The Valley of the Kings and Queens and the Temple of Hatchepsout invite the visitor to meditate, not so much on death but on eternal life. On the eastern bank of the Nile, facing the Necropolis, Luxor Club Med welcomes you for meals and for your overnight stay.
For information:
● Cultural excursion accompanied by a guide
● Transport by bus.
● Transport time: 5 hours
Cairo (1 day)
Recommended by our Discovery Centre.
A fabulous univsere in which past and present mingle with ease, the "mother of the world" offers ancient monuments, bustling city life and the majestic Pyramids.
The Museum of Cairo houses Tutankhamon's treasure, mummies, statues, sarcophagi and countless other wonders of the world. After lunch, admire the last of the 7 wonders of the world, the fascinating and majestic Pyramids of Giza that dominate the city and continue to astonish and amaze visitors of all ages and horizons, and the stone Sphinx, guardian of the temple of the sun. The Mohammed Ali mosque is a fascinating sanctuary with narrow stain-glassed windows that cast multicoloured light all around. The prince who is buried here wanted it to resemble the sanctuaries of his home city, Istanbul. Round off your day by exploring the citadel of Salah al-Din, also known as the Mountain Castle.
For information
● Cultural excursion accompanied by a guide
● Transport by plane then bus
● Transport time: 1 hour 15 mins
Catamaran
Driven by the warm winds, this superb catamaran will take you out to the coral reefs where snorkellers will have access to this marvellous underwater paradise. Fabulous coral and exotic fish will enchant swimmers and snorkellers alike (one hour's free time for swimming or snorkelling), before you sail back along the Egyptian coast. An exceptional experience.
For information:
● Sports excursion:
● Transport by catamaran sailboat
● Transport time: 3 hours
Glass bottom boat ride (1/2 day)
The coral reefs are a magic experience.
Aboard a glass-bottom trimaran, admire the unique marine gardens of the Red Sea, with their wealth of underwater life.
For information:
● Excursion accompanied by a guide
● Transport by boat
● Travel time: 1 hour 30 mins.
Mahmeya Island (1 day)
Off the Egyptian coast, admire the magnificent expanse of the Red Sea, from the top of the hill on Giftun Island.
The island is a protected nature reserve, one and a half hours away by motor boat. The subtle colours and sparkling water that surround the island are totally breathtaking. Enjoy snorkelling on the coral reefs and sunbathing on white sands. After a buffet lunch in the island restaurant, take the time to lounge under a parasol at the end of an unforgettable day.
For information:
● Cultural excursion accompanied by a guide
● Transport by boat
● Travel time: 1 hour 30 minutes.
Quad biking
Just 10 minutes away from the frenzy of the beaches, lies infinite emptiness. This is the Arabian desert, Bedouin country.
Desert discovery, sunset or barbecue, three programmes to choose from, three variations to explore the oriental desert. From a backdrop of stone and rocky plateau hewn out of the the pink mountain range, the fascinating arid environment of the mountains gives way to the totally contrasting landscape of a magnificent rocky gorge.
● Desert discovery: 2 hours
● Sunset: 3 hours
The Bedouin Desert (1/2 day)
The desert has a magnetic charm. As infinite and changing as the sea, its magic reaches its zenith during the afternoon.
Between the Nile and the Red Sea, the fabulous panorama of the eastern desert unfolds before your eyes. The Bedouin population have remained faithful to their ancestral art of living. Take a short ride on a camel, take the time to soak up this fascinating landscape; sit back and observe your surroundings as you enjoy a traditional tea. After sunset, watch an oriental show and enjoy a "mixed grill" dinner.
For information:
● Cultural and sports excursion
● Transport by 4x4
● Travel time: 1 hour
Valleys and Temples of Luxor (1 day)
Recommended by our Excursions desk.
An avenue lined with giant rams, bigger than buffaloes, stretches before you.
Its gates open onto the sacred lake that was used for ritual sailing. Opposite the colossi of the Ethiopian court and a vast array of columns, discover the splendid Temple of Karnak. After lunch at the Luxor Club Med, explore the royal necropolis. Over the Nile to the Valley of Kings, home to some sixty royal tombs, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsout and the Colossi of Memnon , which portray Pharaoh Amenophis the 3rd.
For information:
● Cultural excursion with guide
● Transport by bus
● Travel time: 5 hours (one way).