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Long passenger boat on a calm river with buildings and palm trees in the background.
Blue passenger steamboat and boats on calm river with sandy hill in background
Outdoor restaurant on a terrace with artificial grass and seating groups under a large sunshade.
Sun loungers with striped cushions on a boat overlooking a calm river.
Elegant restaurant with round tables, chairs, and warm wood decor.
Rooftop terrace with many wooden chairs and tables on green artificial grass under blue sky.
Modern rooftop pool with blue tiles and city view at sunset.
Large pool with sun loungers and white umbrellas by the beach
Outdoor area with hammocks and chairs on a rooftop terrace in daylight.
Bedroom with double bed, table with chairs, and wooden accents on the walls
Large, luxurious hotel lobby area with central staircase, marble floor, and golden pillars.
Elegant spiral staircase with green railing in a luxurious hotel lobby with marble floor.
Hotel room with double bed, sea view, and large windows with curtains.
Ägypten ∙ Kairo-Luxor-Assuan ∙ Kairo

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Location

Embarkation: Monday
Day 1:
Transfer from Hurghada to Cairo by our luxury VIP bus (approx. 6-hour drive).
Welcome drink upon arrival at the port. Check-in on board. Lunch and dinner on board and overnight in Cairo.
There is an option for an evening excursion to visit historic Cairo, such as the Khan El-Khalili Bazaar, Moez Street, and the Sound and Light show at the Pyramids (can be booked on-site).
Day 2:
Breakfast on board. Visit to the Pyramids of Giza and Sphinx (1,2). Afterwards, visit the Grand Egyptian Museum (2). Lunch at a restaurant during the excursion. Return to the ship and departure to Beni Suef (approx. 15-hour drive). Dinner on board and overnight in Beni Suef.
Day 3:
After breakfast, optional visit to the Middle Kingdom's Hawara and Lahoun Pyramids. Continue sailing to Al Minya City (approx. 15-hour drive). Lunch on board during the sailing. Dinner and overnight on board in Al Minya.
Day 4:
Breakfast. Visit of Tel El Amarna "The City of Akhetaton" (2), followed by a visit to the Beni Hassan Tombs (2). Afterwards, return to the ship and lunch on board. Continue sailing to Assuit (approx. 10-hour drive). Dinner and overnight on board in Assuit.
Day 5:
Early morning departure to Suhag (approx. 10-hour drive). In the afternoon, optional visit to the White and Red Monasteries in Suhag. Meals on board and overnight in Suhag.
Day 6:
Early in the morning, the ship will cross the Suhag Bridge and continue sailing to Al Balyana (approx. 4-hour drive). After breakfast, possibility to visit the Temple of Seti I in Abydos (2). Afterwards, return to the ship in Al Balyana and continue sailing to Nag Hammadi. Meals on board and overnight in Nag Hammadi.
Day 7:
Breakfast on board, transfer by bus (130 km south) to visit the capital of ancient Upper Egypt, "The charming city of Luxor." The full-day tour includes a visit to the Valley of the Queens and the Valley of the Artisans (2). Lunch at a restaurant during the excursion. Option for an excursion to the Valley of the Kings and Karnak Temple. Dinner and overnight on board in Nag Hammadi.
Day 8:
After breakfast, check-out and transfer to Hurghada by bus. en route, you will visit the Temple of Hathor in Dendera (1,2) and then continue your journey to Hurghada. A packed lunch is included. Dinner and overnight at the hotel in Hurghada.
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A German-speaking guide will be on board for the excursions.
Excursions in the itinerary are marked with the excursion package they belong to:
Included Excursion Package = 1
Classic Excursion Package = 2
The excursions listed in the itinerary to the Temple of Hathor and the Pyramids of Giza with Sphinx are included (Included Excursion Package = 1).
The Classic Excursion Package (=2) can be booked as an option:
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Classic Excursion Package (can be booked via email to: res.aegypten@schauinsland-reisen.de)
Pyramids of Giza & Sphinx
The Grand Egyptian Museum (closed from June 15 to July 5, 2025)
Tombs of Beni Hassan & Tell el-Amarna and the Royal Tomb
Temple of Seti I in Abydos
Valley of the Queens (West Bank)
Valley of the Artisans (West Bank)
Temple of Hathor in Dendera
-> Summer Season 2025: €385 per person

Facilities

The ship features a friendly reception and a total of 72 beautiful outside cabins spread across several decks. The main restaurant offers delicious dishes. A reading corner and a lounge bar complement the offerings. A jeweler and a bazaar invite you to browse. There is also a billiards room on board. On the spacious sun deck with a pool and bar, you can relax and enjoy your vacation.

Accommodation

Double Cabin (K2)

The tastefully furnished cabins feature a bathroom with shower/WC, hairdryer, telephone, satellite TV, video system, air conditioning, minibar, and safe.
Cabins are also available for single use (K1, KA1).
The windows cannot be opened.

Meals

Full Board

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner served as a buffet. Drinks are available at an extra charge.

All Inclusive

All Inclusive

All Inclusive:
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner in buffet style. National alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks are included from 11 AM to 11 PM.

Wellness

Massages are offered for added relaxation (for a fee).

Entertainment

Occasional evening entertainment with folklore provides entertainment.

Hotel service

Wi-Fi is available on board for a fee.
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24-hour cabin service, doctor on call (for a fee).

Credit card

MasterCard and VISA.

Hotel features

  • Hotel safe
  • Internet
  • Air conditioning
  • Wi-Fi

Notice

Booking note: Please note that at least one pre-night stay is required before the Nile cruise.
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Smoking is only permitted on the outer decks.
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Booking note: Please note that if you have a return flight to/from Hurghada, at least one overnight stay at the hotel is required before and after the Nile cruise.
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The transfer time from Hurghada is 5-6 hours, depending on the hotel's location.
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Due to force majeure, changes to the itinerary may occur. In very rare cases, bus transfers or accommodation on an equivalent ship may be necessary to ensure the itinerary.
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As the ship is a motor vessel, operational noises may occur.
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The ships sometimes dock one behind the other or side-by-side, which may require crossing other ships. It may happen that the ship is not always accessible barrier-free.
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Egypt is the land of Baksheesh: To save you the stress of constantly giving tips on board, your local tour guide will collect a sum of €7-8 per person per night on the ship, depending on the ship's category, at the beginning of the trip. This sum is used for all the "good spirits" who make your holiday as pleasant as possible and is considered a recommendation from us.

Destination information

The beaches are generally public natural beaches. Depending on current and weather conditions, the sand on the beach may be eroded.
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Upon arrival between 12 AM and 4 AM, your room will only be available at the regular check-in time (approx. between 2 PM and 3 PM).
For departures starting between 12 AM and 4 AM, hotel overnight stay ends on the previous day at 12 PM.

Country category

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