Turkish Bath, Spa and Massage with Transfers Sahl Hasheesh

The sauna and steam room

The programme opens with heat therapy. A dry sauna warms the body and relaxes the muscles, while the steam room fills with moist heat that opens the pores and helps clear the airways. Many guests alternate between the two, with short rests in between, and drink water to stay hydrated.

Sauna and steam bathing is a long tradition across the Middle East and the Mediterranean, linked to cleanliness and social life. After a day in the Red Sea sun, it is a gentle way to unwind. Keep sessions short at first, listen to your body and leave if you feel dizzy. If you are searching for a spa in Sahl Hasheesh, this circuit is a good choice.

The jacuzzi and welcome drink

After arrival you are welcomed with a drink and shown the facilities. The jacuzzi offers a warm soak with jets that ease tension in the back, neck and legs, and it is an enjoyable pause between the heat of the steam room and the treatments that follow. The water is kept clean and warm for comfort.

Take your time here and breathe slowly. The jacuzzi suits couples and friends who want to relax together, and it is a good place to talk before the bath and massage. Please shower before entering and wear your swimwear, as required in the wet areas. The warm water also helps tired legs after a day of walking.

The traditional Turkish bath

The Turkish bath, or hammam, is the heart of the programme. It is a bathing tradition that grew from Roman and Byzantine baths and was developed under the Ottomans, with warm marble, steam and a thorough cleansing ritual. In this programme the treatment is an exfoliating wash that removes dead skin and leaves it soft and renewed.

The attendants guide you through each step, and you simply lie back. Wear swimwear and bring slippers or flip-flops for the wet floors. A Turkish bath is not painful, but the scrub can feel strong, so tell the attendant if you prefer a gentler touch. Drink water afterwards. Some guests find the first minutes warm, then increasingly soothing.

The face mask and 45-minute massage

After the bath, a rejuvenating face mask hydrates and refreshes your skin, and then comes a 45-minute professional massage tailored to your needs. A skilled therapist works on tight muscles and tension, using steady pressure, and you can ask for lighter or firmer strokes. It is a deeply relaxing finish to the visit.

Tell the therapist about injuries, allergies or areas to avoid before the massage begins. A massage after a long flight or a day of activities is a great way to recover, and many guests fall asleep. Allow time afterwards to rest before returning to your hotel, and drink plenty of water. Drink water slowly afterwards. Switch your phone off for the hour.

Transfers and planning your spa session

Hotel pickup and return are included from Sahl Hasheesh, El Gouna, Makadi Bay and Safaga, and pickup times follow the session you choose from 10 am to 5:30 pm. The whole programme lasts about two and a half hours, plus the transfer time. Our team confirms your time on WhatsApp before the visit.

Bring swimwear, slippers or flip-flops and a small bag for personal items. Swimwear and slippers are not provided, and tips are optional. This programme is priced for adults, so ask our team if you wish to bring a child. Guests who are pregnant or who have heart conditions or high blood pressure should consult a doctor first.