Ägypten ∙ Kairo-Luxor-Assuan ∙ Hurghada

Nilkombi MS Nile Excellence & Ausflug + Sheraton Miramar

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Cruise details

MS Nile Excellence incl. Excursion

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 cool drinks from the three bars on board. There is also a small bazaar and a cozy reading corner. From winter 2024/25, the ship will have a small fitness room that is 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 dreamlike 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 as a buffet or set menu.
Breakfast includes soft drinks and hot beverages. Lunch and dinner include two soft drinks and a small bottle of water per person.

Entertainment

Occasional evening entertainment with folklore or oriental evenings.

Cabins

Suite

The brightly furnished suites (S2) are approx. 24 sqm and have a shower/toilet, hairdryer, two single beds or one double bed, air conditioning (individually adjustable), minibar, safe, TV, telephone (for a fee), seating area, and 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 has a small table and two chairs.

Single Suite

The Single Suites (S1) are approx. 13 sqm and otherwise have the same amenities as the suites, but with only one single bed without a seating area.

Economy Suite

The Economy Suites (S2Z) are slightly smaller (approx. 21 sqm) with otherwise the same amenities as the suites, but may be without a French balcony and without a seating area, having a non-opening window instead.

Hotel notice

Ship's address:
Blue Sky Dock – beside Baghdadi Police check point.
Check-in time: 12 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 or from Hurghada or Marsa Alam, at least one overnight stay in a hotel is required before or after the Nile cruise.
No overnight stay is necessary if flying to or from Luxor.
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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 in 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 a ship of equal value may be necessary to ensure the itinerary.
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As the ship offered is a motor ship, operational noise 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 over other ships.
It is possible that the ship may not always be accessible barrier-free.
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Egypt is the land of Baksheesh: To save you the stress of constant tipping on board, your local tour guide will collect an amount of 8 € per person per night on the boat at the beginning of the trip, depending on the ship's category. This sum is used for all the "good spirits" who make your holiday as pleasant as possible and is a recommendation from us.
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Nile Cruise Package MS Nile Excellence & Excursion + Sheraton Miramar

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. Boarding is always on Thursdays. The trip must be started at least one day in advance, as an overnight stay is mandatory. The next possible boarding date will always be taken.
Map

MS Nile Excellence incl. Excursion

Route

When booking the MS Nile Excellence, the following excursions are automatically included: Valley of the Kings, Kom Ombo Temple, and the visit to the Aswan High Dam.
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 hot air balloon ride is possible at 5 am (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:
Continue sailing to Kom Ombo in the morning.
Lunch on board and visit to 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 am, opportunity for an excursion to Abu Simbel by bus (2,3), breakfast package included.
Then it's back to Kom Ombo.
Lunch on board. Overnight stay and dinner on board.
Day 6:
Breakfast on board. The ship then 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 sails on to Luxor.
Once there, you have the opportunity 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 for each excursion in the itinerary is indicated behind the excursion:
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
Temple of Hatshepsut
Colossi of Memnon in Luxor
Temple of Edfu
Felucca ride
Temple of Philae
-> Winter season 2025/2026, Summer season 2026: 155 € per person
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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 € per person
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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 € per person

Facilities

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 cool drinks from the three bars on board. There is also a small bazaar and a cozy reading corner. From winter 2024/25, the ship will have a small fitness room that is 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 dreamlike view of the landscape along the Nile.
Deck plan of the Nile cruise ship Nile Excellence showing cabins and facilities.

Accommodation

Suite

The brightly furnished suites (S2) are approx. 24 sqm and have a shower/toilet, hairdryer, two single beds or one double bed, air conditioning (individually adjustable), minibar, safe, TV, telephone (for a fee), seating area, and 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 has a small table and two chairs.

Single Suite

The Single Suites (S1) are approx. 13 sqm and otherwise have the same amenities as the suites, but with only one single bed without a seating area.

Economy Suite

The Economy Suites (S2Z) are slightly smaller (approx. 21 sqm) with otherwise the same amenities as the suites, but may be without a French balcony and without a seating area, having a non-opening window instead.

Meals

Full Board

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

All Inclusive

All Inclusive

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner in buffet style. Selected national alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks included from 11 am to 11 pm at the lounge/sundeck bar.
Afternoon coffee, tea, and pastries during the cruise.
Daily replenishment of the minibar with 2 small bottles of water. Once a week, the minibar is stocked with soft drinks.
Once a week, a fruit basket in the cabin.

Not included in All Inclusive

International/imported alcoholic beverages.

Sports included

There is a small fitness area on deck.

Wellness

Massage treatments are offered for additional relaxation (for a fee).

Entertainment

Occasional evening entertainment with folklore or oriental evenings.

Hotel Service

Wi-Fi is available free of charge in public areas. Wi-Fi in the rooms is available for a fee.
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Pool towels are provided in the cabins.
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24-hour room service, on-call doctor.
Check-in at 12:00 PM.

Credit Card

MasterCard and VISA are accepted.

Hotel features

  • Cruises

Note

Ship's address:
Blue Sky Dock – beside Baghdadi Police check point.
Check-in time: 12 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 or from Hurghada or Marsa Alam, at least one overnight stay in a hotel is required before or after the Nile cruise.
No overnight stay is necessary if flying to or from Luxor.
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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 in 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 a ship of equal value may be necessary to ensure the itinerary.
**************************************
As the ship offered is a motor ship, operational noise may occur.
**************************************
The ships sometimes dock one behind the other or side by side, so it may be necessary to cross over other ships.
It is possible that the ship may not always be accessible barrier-free.
**************************************
Egypt is the land of Baksheesh: To save you the stress of constant tipping on board, your local tour guide will collect an amount of 8 € per person per night on the boat at the beginning of the trip, depending on the ship's category. This sum is used for all the "good spirits" who make your holiday as pleasant as possible and is a recommendation from us.
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Tour operator category

5 Suns *****

Sheraton Miramar

Location

Luxury hotels along a sandy beach with clear turquoise water under a blue sky
Aerial view of a resort with artificial lake surrounded by hotels and beaches.
View of a pool and the sea at sunset with palm trees and buildings on both sides.
View of a coastal town with blue water, bridge, and arid mountain landscape in the background
Built in Nubian style, the Sheraton Miramar Resort invites you to relax and unwind. The beautiful resort complex spans nine small islands, on which the hotel's various buildings are distributed. The island landscape is connected by wooden bridges. Surrounded by crystal-clear lagoons and beautiful sandy beaches, the location creates a very special atmosphere that immediately puts you in a holiday mood. The hotel is located approx. 25 km north of Hurghada, just a few minutes' drive from the center of El Gouna with its various shops, restaurants, and bars. For a fee, you can use the regularly running boat and bus shuttle. The airport of Hurghada is approx. 40 km away.

Facilities

The resort, designed by the famous architect Michael Graves, with 339 rooms, captivates with its colorful combination of Arabic and Nubian style and its location amidst a beautiful, exotic garden landscape. The comfortable communal facilities include the spacious lobby with reception, several well-maintained lounges, various shops, a hairdresser, and a beauty salon. Enjoy culinary delights at the main restaurant "Miramar" and the two à la carte restaurants. Various bars are spread throughout the beautiful complex, including the impressive "Miramar Bar," which offers snacks and drinks. In the outdoor area, guests can enjoy the large pool area (partially heated) with comfortable sun terraces. Sun loungers, cushions, umbrellas, and bath towels are included by the pool and on the beach. The beach with its turquoise lagoons invites you to swim. From the hotel complex, you can also walk to the public island beach "Zeytouna Beach" and the "Zeytouna Beach Pier."
Elegant restaurant with set tables and architectural arches in warm lighting.
Modern hotel restaurant with elegant interior and decorative wall lighting.
Restaurant terrace with set table and sea view at sunset
Resort courtyard with palm trees, stone tables, and sea view in the background.
Modern furnished hotel lobby with round sofa and large decorative globe lighting.
Elegant hotel restaurant with architectural arches, modern furniture, and stylish lighting.
Modern hotel building surrounded by palm trees and illuminated fountains at dusk.
Bridge over water with tropical gateway and palm trees under blue sky

Accommodation

Bright hotel room with double bed, two chairs, table, and terrace view with palm trees.

Superior Double Room with Pool or Lagoon View

The cozily furnished rooms (DSU) have been newly renovated and are approximately 38 sqm. The rooms have a walk-in shower, toilet, hairdryer, individually adjustable air conditioning, telephone, LCD TV, minibar (refilled daily with soft drinks), coffee and tea making facilities, safe, and a balcony or terrace with a view of the hotel's lagoon. Also bookable as a single occupancy double room (DEU).
(Available under HRGA16 with SL2/SL1 or as Beachfront (BF2/BF1)).

Premium Double Room with Partial Sea View

The rooms (P2D) have a walk-in shower, toilet, hairdryer, individually adjustable air conditioning, telephone, LCD TV, minibar (refilled daily with soft drinks), coffee and tea making facilities, seating area, safe, and a balcony or terrace. The rooms have a partial sea view and have been renovated.
(Also bookable under HRGA16 with PDZ/PSD.)

Beachfront Deluxe Room

The newly renovated Beachfront Deluxe Rooms (BF2) offer the same amenities as the double rooms but are located in the first row to the beach. Also bookable for single occupancy (BF1).

Bright hotel room with large bed, red armchairs, and terrace view overlooking the sea.
Modern bathroom with large mirror, two soap dispensers, and walk-in shower.
Hotel room with two single beds, chairs, and table by large windows
Modern bathroom with double sink and separate shower in warm tones.
Cozy balcony with hanging chair and seating in warm terracotta tones overlooking palm trees.
Small dressing area with wooden wardrobe, chest of drawers, and vanity table with chair.

Family Room

The Family Rooms (DF2) offer the same amenities as the double rooms but consist of two rooms with a connecting door.

Superior Suite (HRGA16)

The Superior Suites (SU2) are similar in amenities to the double rooms, but do not have a walk-in shower and are larger at approx. 42 sqm.
Also bookable for single occupancy (SU1).

Junior Suite

The Junior Suites (JS2) offer the same amenities as the double rooms, but are more spacious (approx. 52 sqm) and have an open living area.
Also bookable for single occupancy (JS1).

Cozy hotel room with bed, seating area, large window, and warm wooden elements.

Meals

All Inclusive

Covered terrace with blue walls, orange columns, and set tables in daylight

Ultra All Inclusive (Code 3)

The main restaurant "Miramar" offers breakfast (7-10:30 am) and dinner (6-9:30 pm), both in buffet style. Lunch is served in the "Miramar" or "Waves" restaurant. Local beer, local spirits, and local wines, soft drinks, ice cream, tea, mineral water, and coffee are included around the clock at the respective open bar. Drinks in the minibar are also included (daily refilling of soft drinks).
ATTENTION: When booking Ultra All Inclusive, the Club Package is not included. The meals must be booked according to the program for the Club Package to be included.

According to Program (Club Package), Code X

When booking the "According to Program" meals, Ultra All Inclusive and the "Club Package" with the following amenities are automatically included:
- Exclusive area on the beach with drink and snack service
- Room upgrade subject to availability on site
- Room upgrade of amenities on site
- Breakfast in the room (once per stay)
- Daily wellness service in the evening
- Daily access to the à la carte restaurants
- Bottle of wine in the room
- Romantic dinner (once per stay)
- Access to the chill-out lounge
- Boat trip through the lagoons (once per stay, upon request on site)
- Laundry service (once before departure)
- Exclusive club area during the day with drink and snack service
- Premium alcohol at the respective open bars
- Daily refilling of the minibar with soft drinks
- Sunset cocktail on the boat
(Booking code: X)

Pier leading to a lit floating restaurant on calm water at dusk.

Dine Around El Gouna

The Dine-Around program offers guests with half board, full board, or all-inclusive a special culinary experience. Guests can dine in participating restaurants of other hotels – at no extra cost for the food (drinks excluded).
Depending on the length of stay, guests can use the Dine-Around offer multiple times: once for stays of four nights or more, up to 3 times for five to seven nights, and up to 4 times for eight nights or more. Guests of 5-star hotels have access to all participating restaurants. Guests from 3 or 4-star hotels can dine in establishments of the same category – an upgrade to a 5-star restaurant is possible for a small fee.
Table reservations through the hotel (ideally by 12 PM on the same day) are recommended.

Sports included

Gym room with treadmill and ellipticals in front of large windows overlooking palm trees.
Fitness, aqua aerobics, football, aerobics, boccia, table tennis, and volleyball.

Sports for a fee

Billiards, windsurfing, kayaking, diving, and snorkeling.
18-hole golf course only about a 10-minute drive from the hotel (golf equipment can be rented at the golf club, taxi available for a fee).

Children's program

For the little guests, there is a mini club for children aged 5-12 (daily from 10 am to 5 pm), children's entertainment, and a mini disco. Children's pools and a playground provide further fun. High chairs and baby beds are available free of charge upon request.
Covered playground with wooden structures, slides, and climbing walls on sandy ground.
Playground with slide, swings, and climbing frame under a shaded roof.
Freeform pool area with loungers and palm trees in a red hotel complex.

Wellness

Two massage beds in front of a window with bamboo blinds and candles on the walls.
Cozy massage room with two tables, relaxing lighting, and large window views.
Reflective water surface between colonnades with people in the background at sunset.
Health club with sauna, steam bath, and massages (for a fee).

Entertainment

The Sheraton Miramar offers its guests sports programs during the day and live music and shows in the evening.

Hotel Service

Wi-Fi is available free of charge throughout the hotel complex. High-speed Wi-Fi is available for a fee.
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For a fee: room service, laundry service.

Credit Card

Visa, Mastercard.

Hotel features

  • Children's playground
  • Diving
  • Volleyball/Beach Volleyball
  • Wi-Fi
  • Close to the beach
  • Fitness
  • Kids Club/Mini Club
  • Air Conditioning
  • Hotel Safe
  • Children's pool
  • Massages
  • Sauna
  • Spa
  • Internet
  • Shopping
  • Sandy beach
  • Family friendly
  • Directly on the beach
  • Extended hygiene concept

Note

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Please note when choosing your hotel and destination airport that especially when combining "Marsa Alam Airport - Hurghada Hotel" and vice versa "Hurghada Airport - Marsa Alam Hotel", very long distances may have to be covered and a long transfer should be expected. This also applies if this hotel is booked after a Nile cruise.
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The hotel is only partially suitable for people with reduced mobility. Barrier-free rooms are available but only on request.
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Note

HURGHADA/EL GOUNA
EGYPT
TEL: 0020-653545606
FAX: 0020-65354608
www.orascomhm.com
www.sheratonmiramar.com

Seasonal Information

Additionally bookable under HRGA16.

Tour operator category

5 Suns *****

Country category

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Last updated: 22.04.2026 10:05