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A large two-story excursion boat on a river with an urban backdrop.
Modern hotel bar area with tall bar stools and an elegant, bright ceiling.
A welcoming, modern hotel lounge area with cream-colored chairs and plants.
Modern living room with comfortable armchairs, sofa, and decorative rug on marble floor.
Beautiful outdoor pool with seating areas and clear blue water under clear sky.
Large sun terrace with wooden floor, covered seating areas, and loungers under clear sky
Open bar area with modern chairs and large sunshade in hotel outdoor space
Elegant dining room with decorated columns and a long padded counter.
Modern dining area with multiple tables and upholstered chairs in a warm setting.
Spacious, elegant hotel lounge area with modern furniture and marble flooring.
Modern hotel room with comfortable bed, seating area, and large window.
Bright lounge with gray corner sofa, light coffee table, and large window with curtains.
Hotel room with two single beds, gray pillows, beige blankets, and wall art above the headboard.
Interior of a small souvenir shop with postcard racks and city maps.
Deck plan of the Nile cruise ship Nile Excellence showing cabins and facilities.
Large hotel building at sunset with illuminated driveway and palm trees.
A couple walks along the beach near the water with umbrellas in the background.
Bright hotel restaurant with white walls, large windows, and modern seating arrangements.
Large pool with bar area and palm trees in the background under clear sky
Couple in formal attire walking through a modern, illuminated hotel lobby with art installations.
Large, bright hotel lobby with marble floors and modern seating areas.
Modern hotel room with large bed and seating area overlooking balcony.
Cozy living area with armchairs and table in front of large glass doors leading to a balcony view.
Bright hotel room with large bed, seating area, and balcony with sea view.
Bright hotel room with double bed, balcony, and sea view in daylight.
Modern hotel room with living area, armchairs, and large window with a view.
Modern dining area with a round table, chairs, and colorful abstract wall art in a hotel room.
Luxury hotel room with jacuzzi, queen-sized bed, and sea view through large windows.
Modern hotel room with large bed, seating area, and balcony overlooking the sea.
Modern hotel room with large bed, TV, desk, and balcony overlooking gardens.
Bright living room with glass dining table, sofa, armchairs, and large window overlooking terrace.
Modern hotel room with large bed, seating area, and sea view.
Spacious hotel lobby with grand piano, modern seating areas, and decorative lighting.
Outdoor pool with umbrellas and palm trees by sun loungers at a resort.
Water park with play ship and water slides in front of a hotel building under clear sky.
Water park with large water slides and pool, surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas.
Pirate ship playground in pool with palm trees and clear sky.
Water slides and a pirate ship playground in front of a hotel under a clear blue sky.
Large hotel pool with water slides and sun umbrellas on a sunny day
Indoor wellness pool with sulfur water, wide stairs, and large panoramic windows.
Bright modern lounge area with white sofas, wooden tables, and decorative partitions.
Modern massage room with comfortable table and softly lit wall design
Ägypten ∙ Kairo-Luxor-Assuan ∙ Luxor

7 Tage MS Nile Excellence & Ausflug + 7 Tage Steigenberger ALDAU Beach

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Product information

Combined product of a Nile cruise on the MS Nile Excellence and a beach holiday, including all intermediate transfers. Accommodation in the hotel will always be in the cheapest available room category. If the Nile cruise is booked first, the outward flight must be to Luxor. If the hotel is booked first and then the Nile cruise, the return flight must be from Luxor.

Cruise details

MS Nile Excellence incl. Excursion

Route/Ship location

When booking the MS Nile Excellence, the following excursions are automatically included: Valley of the Kings, Kom Ombo Temple, and a visit to the High Dam in Aswan.
The excursion packages listed below can, of course, still be booked.
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Embarkation: Thursday.
Depending on the embarkation day, the route may vary.
Route:
Day 1:
Arrival and embarkation. In the afternoon, visit the Luxor Museum (3). Dinner and overnight stay on board in Luxor.
Day 2:
A balloon ride is possible at 5 a.m. (optional, bookable on site).
In the morning, after breakfast, excursion to Thebes West to the Temple of Hatshepsut (1,2,3) with a visit to the Colossi of Memnon (1,2,3). Visit to the Valley of the Kings (1,2,3). Lunch on board.
In the afternoon, sail to Edfu. Dinner and overnight stay on board.
Day 3:
In the morning, continue sailing to Kom Ombo.
Lunch on board and visit of the double temple (1,2,3).
Continue sailing to Aswan, dinner and overnight stay on board.
Day 4:
In the morning, after breakfast, visit the Aswan High Dam (1,2,3).
Then, visit the Temple of Philae by motorboat (1,2,3). Lunch on board.
In the afternoon, felucca ride on the Nile (1,2,3).
Then, visit a Nubian village (3).
Dinner and overnight stay on board.
Day 5:
Early in the morning at 3:30 a.m., opportunity for an excursion to Abu Simbel by bus (2,3), breakfast box is included.
Then, we sail back to Kom Ombo.
Lunch on board. Overnight stay and dinner on board.
Day 6:
Breakfast on board. Afterwards, the ship continues to Esna. Dinner and overnight stay on board.
Day 7:
Breakfast. Then, you have the opportunity to visit the Temple of Edfu (1,2,3).
Then, the ship continues to Luxor.
Once you arrive, you have the option to visit the East Bank with the Luxor Temple (1,2,3) and the Karnak Temple (1,2,3). There is an opportunity for a sound and light show at Karnak Temple (optional, can be booked on site).
Day 8:
Departure.
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The excursions listed in the itinerary are not included.
There is a German-speaking guide on board for the excursions.
The excursion package each excursion belongs to is always indicated behind the excursions in the itinerary:
Excursion Package Classic Excellence = 1
Excursion Package Classic Plus Excellence = 2
Excursion Package Premium Excellence = 3
The excursion packages can be booked optionally. Entrance fees are included in the excursion packages.
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Excursion Package Classic Excellence (bookable via email to: res.aegypten@schauinsland-reisen.de)
Luxor Temple
Karnak Temple
Hatshepsut Temple
Colossi of Memnon in Luxor
Temple of Edfu
Felucca ride
Temple of Philae
-> Winter season 2025/2026, Summer season 2026: €155 p.p.
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Additional excursions to the Classic Package are included in the Excursion Package Classic Plus Excellence: (bookable via email to: res.aegypten@schauinsland-reisen.de)
Day trip by bus to Abu Simbel.
-> Winter season 2025/2026, Summer season 2026: €280 p.p.
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Additional excursions to the Classic Plus Package are included in the Excursion Package Premium Excellence: (bookable via email to: res.aegypten@schauinsland-reisen.de)
Luxor Museum
Nubian Village in Aswan
-> Winter season 2025/2026, Summer season 2026: €333 p.p.
The MS Nile Excellence has a total of 30 modernly furnished outside cabins spread across several decks. The reception area is bright and elegantly designed and features a reception desk. Enjoy culinary delights in the main restaurant and savor cool drinks served by the three bars on board. Furthermore, a small bazaar and a cozy reading corner are available. As of Winter 2024/25, the ship features a small fitness studio, freely accessible to all guests on board. To make your vacation perfect, you can relax on the sun deck on loungers or cool off in the pool while enjoying the fantastic view of the landscape along the Nile.
Deck plan of the Nile cruise ship Nile Excellence showing cabins and facilities.

Meals

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner served as a buffet or set menu.
Breakfast includes soft and hot drinks. Lunch and dinner include two soft drinks and a small bottle of water per person.

Entertainment

Occasional evening entertainment with folklore or Oriental nights.

Cabins

Suite

The cheerfully furnished suites (S2) are approx. 24 sqm and feature a shower/WC, hairdryer, two single beds or one double bed, air conditioning (individually adjustable), minibar, safe, TV, telephone (for a fee), seating area, and a French balcony.
Also bookable for single occupancy (1SA).

Royal Suite

The Royal Suites (RS) have the same amenities as the suites but are larger (approx. 37 sqm). The Royal Suites are located on the middle and upper decks.
In the Royal Suites, the balcony also includes a small table and two chairs.

Single Suite

The Single Suites (S1) are approx. 13 sqm and otherwise equipped like the suites, but with only one single bed and no seating area.

Economy Suite

The Economy Suites (S2Z) are slightly smaller (approx. 21 sqm) with otherwise the same amenities as the suites, and may have a non-opening window instead of a French balcony and seating area.

Hotel notice

Ship's address:
Blue Sky Dock – beside Baghdadi Police check point.
Check-in time: 12:00 PM
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Smoking is only permitted on the outer decks.
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Booking note: Please note that if you fly to/from Hurghada or Marsa Alam, at least one overnight stay in a hotel is required before or after the Nile cruise.
If you fly to/from Luxor, no overnight stay is necessary.
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The transfer time from Hurghada or Marsa Alam is 7-8 hours depending on the hotel's location.
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Due to seasonal low water levels of the Nile or due to congestion or maintenance of the Esna locks, the itinerary may change. 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 offered is a motor ship, operational noises may occur.
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The ships sometimes dock one behind the other or side-by-side, so it may be necessary to cross 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 an amount of €8 per person per night on the boat, depending on the ship's category, at the beginning of the trip. This amount is used for all the "good spirits" who make your vacation as pleasant as possible and is considered a recommendation from us.
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7 Days MS Nile Excellence & Excursion + 7 Days Steigenberger ALDAU Beach

Combined product of a Nile cruise on the MS Nile Excellence and a beach holiday, including all intermediate transfers. Accommodation in the hotel will always be in the cheapest available room category. If the Nile cruise is booked first, the outward flight must be to Luxor. If the hotel is booked first and then the Nile cruise, the return flight must be from Luxor.
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Location

The Steigenberger ALDAU Beach Hotel, particularly popular with regular guests, is located directly on Hurghada's beachfront, one of the region's most popular coastal stretches. The generously designed complex is situated on a 400-meter-long private sandy beach with turquoise blue water. Together with its two Steigenberger sister hotels, the resort is located directly on the “ALDAU Art Promenade“ with various shops and restaurants, as well as the Elements Club & Lounge. The lively town center of Hurghada, the well-known "Sakalla", is about 10 km away. Hurghada Airport is approximately 6 km away.
Panorama of hotel grounds with green gardens and sea in the background at sunset.
View of a long sandy beach with clear blue water and a lively shore under a blue sky.
Couple relaxing on the bow of a boat in clear turquoise water with a beach in the background.
Large hotel building at sunset with illuminated driveway and palm trees.
A couple walks along the beach near the water with umbrellas in the background.

Facilities

Bright hotel restaurant with white walls, large windows, and modern seating arrangements.
Large pool with bar area and palm trees in the background under clear sky
Couple in formal attire walking through a modern, illuminated hotel lobby with art installations.
Large, bright hotel lobby with marble floors and modern seating areas.
The generously designed hotel is equipped with over 400 modern suites, the majority of which have a direct sea view. You can expect a luxurious and open-designed reception hall with a reception desk, seating areas, and two lobby bars. In the outdoor area of the complex, there is an extensive pool landscape covering over 5,000m³ with a "Lazy River" over 400 meters long winding through the complex, as well as a seawater pool (heated) and a "Jacuzzi Island" (for guests aged 16 and over). Sun loungers, towels, and umbrellas are available free of charge by the pool and on the beach. A selection of five different bars and seven diverse restaurants ensures culinary enjoyment. For relaxation, a 1000 m² thalasso spa and wellness center is at your disposal. The hotel's own 9-hole par-3 golf course offers an attractive landscape with various water hazards. The hotel's own Ilios Dive Club/Aqua Center awaits divers and water sports enthusiasts. The water park of the sister hotel "Steigenberger Aqua Magic" is accessible for all ages (snacks and local drinks included). Unlimited Wi-Fi is available throughout the entire resort.

Accommodation

Superior Suite Sea View

The Superior Suites (DM2/DAM, approx. 50 sqm) offer sea views. The rooms are equipped with a bathroom with a separate shower/WC, hairdryer, individually adjustable air conditioning, RFID door lock, minibar (with daily refilling of water and soft drinks), limited Wi-Fi for max. 2 devices per room, espresso machine, coffee and tea station with daily refill (each free of charge), telephone, safe, satellite TV (large flatscreen), and a balcony with a chaise lounge.
Also bookable as a double room for single use (DM1).

Modern hotel room with large bed, balcony, and stylish wooden partitions.
Modern hotel room with large bed, balcony, and stylish wooden partitions.

Superior Suite Sea View 4th Floor

The schauinsland-reisen original rooms (DLM) have the same amenities as the Superior Suite Sea View and are guaranteed to be on the 4th floor, offering a breathtaking sea view.
Also bookable on the 5th floor (DDM).

Family Suite Sea View

The Family Suites (F2M/FA2) have the same amenities as the Superior Suites but are larger (approx. 55 sqm) with a sofa bed, limited Wi-Fi for max. 2 devices per room, and sea view.

Modern hotel room with large bed and seating area overlooking balcony.
Cozy living area with armchairs and table in front of large glass doors leading to a balcony view.
Bright hotel room with large bed, seating area, and balcony with sea view.

Junior Suite Sea View

The Junior Suites (J2M, approx. 74 sqm) consist of one large room, have a sea view, and include the following amenities: a comfortable lounge area with a chaise longue or rocking chairs, safe, marble floor, dressing area, and a balcony with sun loungers.
Additionally, the following amenities are included when booking a Junior Suite:
- Personal check-in/out
- Daily complimentary minibar refill with local soft drinks
- Free access to the spa area (reservation required)
- Unlimited Wi-Fi (3 devices per room)

Elite Suite

The Elite Suites (EL2, ELA) have the same amenities as the Superior Suites, but additionally include the following services: Personal check-in/out, as well as late check-out until 4 PM (subject to availability), daily complimentary minibar refill with local soft drinks, free access to the spa area (reservation required), limited Wi-Fi (2 devices per room). The rooms face the golf course and have a sea view.

Bright hotel room with double bed, balcony, and sea view in daylight.

Elite Family Suite

The Elite Family Suite (EFM) has the same amenities as the Superior Suite, but is larger and additionally includes the following services: Personal check-in/out, as well as late check-out until 4 PM (subject to availability), daily complimentary minibar refill with local soft drinks, free access to the spa area (reservation required), limited Wi-Fi (2 devices per room).

Modern hotel room with living area, armchairs, and large window with a view.
Modern dining area with a round table, chairs, and colorful abstract wall art in a hotel room.
Luxury hotel room with jacuzzi, queen-sized bed, and sea view through large windows.

The View Suite

The View Suite (S2) is approx. 115 sqm and features an open bathroom with shower and whirlpool, separate WC, a separate guest WC, RFID door lock, an open living area, a bedroom, limited Wi-Fi for max. 3 devices per room, espresso machine, and a large balcony with sun loungers and seating. The suites have a sea view. The rooms are adults-only.

Executive Suite

The Executive Suites (2DS), consisting of one large room, are approx. 59 sqm and additionally feature a dining table, dressing area, limited Wi-Fi for max. 3 devices per room, an espresso machine, and a balcony with sun loungers and sea view.

Modern hotel room with large bed, seating area, and balcony overlooking the sea.
Modern hotel room with large bed, TV, desk, and balcony overlooking gardens.
Bright living room with glass dining table, sofa, armchairs, and large window overlooking terrace.

Deluxe Suite

The Deluxe Suites (SDM) are approx. 142 sqm and feature a bedroom and a separate living area. Additionally, the Deluxe Suites have a dressing area and two balconies, each with a table and two chairs, from which you have a beautiful view of the Red Sea.
Additionally, the following amenities are included when booking Deluxe Suites:
- Personal check-in/out
- Daily complimentary minibar refill with local soft drinks
- Free access to the spa area (reservation required)
- Limited Wi-Fi (3 devices per room)

Standard Suite

The Standard Suites (SSZ) offer the same amenities as the Superior Suites, but with a limited contingent and no sea view.

Modern hotel room with large bed, seating area, and sea view.

Superior Suite Pool or Garden View

The Superior Suites (POS) are 50 sqm and have the same amenities as the Superior Suite Sea View, with a pool or garden view.

Meals

All Inclusive

All Inclusive

Enjoy your breakfast (7-10:30 AM), lunch (1-4 PM), and dinner (6:30-10 PM in summer and 6-10 PM in winter) in buffet style, with changing theme buffets in the evening, at the main restaurant "Tamarind". Alternatively, for lunch, the "Bwala Pool Restaurant and Bar" offers a lunch menu from 1 PM to 5 PM, or the "Tanga Beach Restaurant and Bar" offers a lunch buffet from 12 PM to 3 PM and a lunch menu from 1 PM to 4 PM. For dinner, in addition to the main restaurant, the following seven à la carte restaurants offer a selected range of delicacies once a week (reservation required in advance): "Bwala Pool Restaurant and Bar" with Mediterranean cuisine, "Tanga Beach Restaurant and Bar" with Oriental cuisine, "Alex Beach Club and Restaurant-Adults Only" with modern fusion cuisine, 3 restaurants in "S-Square" on the ALDAU Art Promenade with, for example, Asian cuisine. Local alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages are served around the clock at the respective open bar. The five bars include, among others, "Karibu Lobby Lounge" with a selection of snacks, sandwiches, and cakes, "Ukumbi Lobby Bar," "Bwala Pool Bar," "Tanga Beach Restaurant and Bar," and "Dewan Café." In your room, you will find a fruit platter upon arrival and a daily refill of the minibar with local soft drinks. The water park of the sister hotel "Steigenberger Aqua Magic" can be used from 10 AM to 5 PM (from Summer 25 from 9 AM to 5 PM). Food and drinks are included there.

Not included in All Inclusive

Fresh juices, imported alcoholic beverages, shisha.

Ultra All Inclusive

As part of Ultra All Inclusive, you will receive personalized VIP check-in and personal butler service throughout your stay. In addition, you will be offered a selection of premium spirits and imported international beverages. Furthermore, an extended gourmet option of delicious dishes in the à la carte restaurants for lunch and dinner, with unlimited visits and individual reservations by the butler service, is included. Your minibar will be refilled daily with soft drinks and beer, and once during your stay, you will receive a 20-minute relaxation massage at the Pure Spa. Also included: 25% discount on room service, unlimited laundry service during your stay, luxurious bathroom amenities, free access to the Elements Club & Lounge with a 25% discount on food and local beverages. At the bars, you are entitled to free soft drinks, fresh juices, canned juices, coffee and tea, beer, local wines and sparkling wine, as well as a selection of high-quality local and branded spirits.

Sports included

Fitness studio (24 hours, use from 16 years), approx. 1.5 km jogging & Nordic walking track, table tennis, darts, table football, and billiards (depending on opening hours). Unlimited bicycle rental on the hotel grounds (from 9 AM until sunset). Beach volleyball, beach tennis, circle workout, water/step/aerobics, Pilates, yoga, water polo, CrossFit, darts, bocce.
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Unlimited free entry (daily from 10 AM-5 PM, from Summer 25 9 AM-5 PM) to the water park of the neighboring hotel "Steigenberger Aqua Magic":
The water park consists of 6 slides (minimum height 1.20m), including a free-fall slide.
Local drinks and food in the water park are also included.
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Sports included in Ultra All Inclusive:
Introductory surfing and diving, golf green fee/putting green (twice weekly with advance booking/during the day, including clubs), pedal boat and canoe (daily for 30 minutes), billiards, introductory golf lesson with a golf pro.
For experienced golfers (unlimited handicap), the 9-hole par-3 golf course with clubs is included (subject to availability with advance reservation; balls and floodlights are at an extra charge).

Sports for a fee

Dive school on the beach with various water sports activities (external provider) and golf rounds.

Children's program

Outdoor pool with umbrellas and palm trees by sun loungers at a resort.
Water park with play ship and water slides in front of a hotel building under clear sky.
Water park with large water slides and pool, surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas.
Pirate ship playground in pool with palm trees and clear sky.
For the little guests, there is a kids' club (4-12 years) with a separate pool (heated in winter), a playground, mini-disco, and baby cots (subject to availability). High chairs and children's menus (on request) are available in the restaurant.

Wellness

Pure Spa on over 1,000m² with sauna, Turkish bath, saltwater whirlpool. Also offers massages and treatments. Treatments and facilities are charged extra.
Indoor wellness pool with sulfur water, wide stairs, and large panoramic windows.
Bright modern lounge area with white sofas, wooden tables, and decorative partitions.
Modern massage room with comfortable table and softly lit wall design

Entertainment

Daytime and evening animation and entertainment program. Free entry to the Elements Club & Lounge on the ALDAU Art Promenade and a 25% discount on food and local beverages (open from 6 PM).

Hotel service

Wi-Fi is available free of charge throughout the entire resort and in the rooms.
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Laundry service: complimentary cleaning of 5 items of laundry per person/stay.
Currency exchange machine, laundry service, shoe shine service, luggage service, business center.

Credit card

Mastercard, Visacard, American Express.

Hotel features

  • Luxury travelers
  • Spa
  • Diving
  • Internet
  • Children's playground
  • Wi-Fi
  • Sauna
  • Massages
  • Bicycle rental
  • Fitness
  • Air conditioning
  • Hotel safe
  • Sandy beach
  • Indoor pool
  • Kids' club/mini club
  • Children's pool
  • Tennis
  • Golf
  • Shopping facilities
  • Direct beach location
  • Enhanced hygiene concept

Note

The hotel is particularly well-suited for wheelchair users. There are also 4 barrier-free rooms available (Superior Suite Sea View/DM2/DM1/DMK).
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Please note when choosing your hotel and arrival airport that particularly with the combination of "Marsa Alam Airport - Hurghada Hotel" and vice versa "Hurghada Airport - Marsa Alam Hotel", considerable distances may have to be covered and a long transfer is to be expected. This also applies if this hotel is booked after a Nile cruise.
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The entry visa for all travel services booked with schauinsland-reisen is not included in the travel price. Guests have the option to arrange the visa themselves or to purchase it from the schauinsland-reisen tour guide upon arrival for €30 per person.
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YUSSIF AFIFI ROAD
8411 HURGHADA
EGYPT
0020-653465400
0020-653465410

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