Ägypten ∙ Kairo-Luxor-Assuan ∙ Hurghada

Nilkombi MS Nile Excellence & Ausflug + SUNRISE Garden Beach

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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 savor refreshing drinks from the three bars on board. Additionally, there is a small bazaar and a cozy reading corner. Starting winter 2024/25, the ship will feature 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 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 nights.

Cabins

Suite

The pleasantly furnished Suites (S2) are approx. 24 sqm and feature a shower/WC, hairdryer, two single beds or one double bed, individually adjustable air conditioning, minibar, safe, TV, telephone (for a fee), seating area, and French balcony.
Also available 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.
The balconies of the Royal Suites also include 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 and no seating area.

Economy Suite

The Economy Suites (S2Z) have the same amenities as the Suites but are slightly smaller (approx. 21 sqm) and may not have a French balcony or seating area, possibly featuring a non-opening window.

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 information: Please note that for flights 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 for flights to and/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 of the Nile or due to congestion or maintenance of the Esna locks, changes to the itinerary may occur. In very rare cases, bus transfers or accommodation on a ship of equivalent standard may be necessary to ensure the itinerary.
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As the ship offered is a motor vessel, operating noise may occur.
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The ships may dock one behind another or side-by-side, so it may be necessary to cross 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 constantly tipping 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 sum is used for all the "good spirits" who make your holiday as pleasant as possible and is considered a recommendation from us.
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Nilkombi MS Nile Excellence & Excursion + SUNRISE Garden Beach

Combined product consisting of an MS Nile Excellence Nile cruise 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 available boarding will always be taken.
Map

MS Nile Excellence incl. Excursion

Route Description

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 shift.
Route:
Day 1:
Arrival and embarkation. Visit to the Luxor Museum (3) in the afternoon. Dinner and overnight on board in Luxor.
Day 2:
A hot air balloon ride is possible at 5 am (optional, can be booked locally).
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 the Valley of the Kings (1,2,3). Lunch on board.
Sailing to Edfu in the afternoon. Dinner and overnight 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 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 on board.
Day 5:
Early in the morning at 3:30 am, opportunity for an excursion to Abu Simbel by bus (2,3), breakfast box included.
Then back to Kom Ombo.
Lunch on board. Overnight and dinner on board.
Day 6:
Breakfast on board. The ship then sails to Esna. Dinner and overnight 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.
Upon arrival, you have the opportunity to visit the East Bank with the Luxor Temple (1,2,3) and Karnak Temple (1,2,3). There is an opportunity for a sound and light show at Karnak Temple (optional, can be booked locally).
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 numbers behind the excursions in the itinerary indicate which excursion package they are included in:
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 (can be booked 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 € per person
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Additional excursions to the Classic Package are included in the Excursion Package Classic Plus Excellence: (can be booked via email to: res.aegypten@schauinsland-reisen.de)
Day trip to Abu Simbel by bus.
-> 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: (can be booked 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 savor refreshing drinks from the three bars on board. Additionally, there is a small bazaar and a cozy reading corner. Starting winter 2024/25, the ship will feature 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.

Accommodation

Suite

The pleasantly furnished Suites (S2) are approx. 24 sqm and feature a shower/WC, hairdryer, two single beds or one double bed, individually adjustable air conditioning, minibar, safe, TV, telephone (for a fee), seating area, and French balcony.
Also available 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.
The balconies of the Royal Suites also include 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 and no seating area.

Economy Suite

The Economy Suites (S2Z) have the same amenities as the Suites but are slightly smaller (approx. 21 sqm) and may not have a French balcony or seating area, possibly featuring a non-opening window.

Meals

Full Board

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner served 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 buffet. 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 journey.
Daily refill 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 is provided in the cabin.

Not included in All Inclusive

International/imported alcoholic beverages.

Sports included

There is a small fitness area on deck.

Wellness

For additional relaxation, massage treatments are available (for a fee).

Entertainment

Occasional evening entertainment with folklore or Oriental nights.

Hotel service

Wi-Fi is available free of charge in public areas. Wi-Fi in 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 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 information: Please note that for flights 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 for flights to and/or from Luxor.
**************************************
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, changes to the itinerary may occur. In very rare cases, bus transfers or accommodation on a ship of equivalent standard may be necessary to ensure the itinerary.
**************************************
As the ship offered is a motor vessel, operating noise may occur.
**************************************
The ships may dock one behind another or side-by-side, so it may be necessary to cross 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 constantly tipping 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 sum is used for all the "good spirits" who make your holiday as pleasant as possible and is considered a recommendation from us.
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Tour operator category

5 Suns *****

SUNRISE Select Garden Beach Resort

Location

The extensive hotel complex is located directly on the hotel's own 400m long sandy beach. There is a jetty at the beach that facilitates entry into deeper water and offers perfect conditions for snorkeling. From here, guests can explore the beautiful and diverse underwater world of the Red Sea. The nearest shopping center, Senzo Mall, is about 300m away. The center of Hurghada is about 20 km away, and Hurghada International Airport is about 15 km away.

Facilities

Couple sitting in a cozy room with ethnic tapestries smoking shisha.
Open beach club with blue and white seating and a sea view.
Elegant restaurant with white-covered tables and wooden chairs in a traditional setting.
Hotel restaurant with set tables and guests dining in a bright, elegant atmosphere
In the popular 5-star family resort, you'll experience water fun for the whole family! The complex is nestled in a beautiful and generously designed garden landscape. Spend a wonderful family holiday and enjoy Egyptian hospitality. The hotel complex, especially popular with repeat guests, has 483 comfortably furnished rooms spread across several three-story buildings. The main building houses the reception, the Sun Ray Lobby Bar, and the Giardino Buffet Restaurant. The spacious and well-maintained garden area offers a generous pool landscape consisting of three freshwater pools (Moroccan Pool, Aqua Pool, and children's pool with slides; heated in winter). A highlight of the resort is the hotel's own water park with twelve different water slides (usable from 1.20m) and a separate area with two children's slides (Octopus, Snake), which will make the hearts of water lovers, young and old, beat faster.
In addition to the buffet restaurant, the resort offers five delicious à la carte restaurants (Italian, Egyptian, Mongolian, Burger, Fusion cuisine (for a fee), reservation required for all), as well as four additional à la carte restaurants in the sister hotel "SENTIDO Mamlouk Palace Resort," which can also be used free of charge (reservation required for all). Complementing these are eight different bars: Sun Ray Bar, Boulevard Bar (for a fee), Amuse Billiard Bar, Victoria Pub, Aqua Bar, Oasis Pool Bar (located in the main pool), Nasaya Beach Bar, and a Shisha Tent (for a fee). Sun loungers, umbrellas, and beach towels are included by the pool and on the beach. The facilities of the "SENTIDO Mamlouk Palace Resort" can be shared.

Accommodation

Superior Double Room

The tastefully furnished 45 sqm Superior Double Rooms (DSU) feature a telephone, bathroom with shower or bathtub/WC, hairdryer, coffee and tea making facilities, seating area, minibar (daily refilled with water, once a week with soft drinks), air conditioning, safe, TV, balcony, or terrace.
Also available for single occupancy (DE, DES). Also bookable as Type I (DI) at a special price, limited availability.

Modern hotel room with double bed, nightstands, rug, and seating area by an arched window.
Bright hotel room with large bed, desk, mirror, and balcony access with sea view.
Modern hotel room with double bed, nightstands, rug, and seating area by an arched window.

Super Saver Room

The Super Saver Rooms (SSZ) have the same amenities as the Superior Double Rooms but are available in limited quantities and at a special price.

Deluxe Double Room

The Deluxe Double Rooms (DPB) have the same amenities as the Superior Double Rooms, are also approx. 45 sqm, and additionally feature a king-size bed or two single beds, a seating area with a side table, and a vanity table. The rooms have a pool view.
Also available for single occupancy (DPE).
Also available with a side sea view (DDS/EDD) and as Type I (DDI) at a special price, limited availability.

Modern hotel room with double bed, desk, and balcony with curtains.
Modern hotel room with bed, desk, and balcony with an outdoor view.
Modern hotel room with two single beds, desk, and balcony with sea view.
View through an archway of a children's bed with curtains and a small ladder.
Children's table and chairs next to a colorful giraffe wall decoration in a hotel room.
Colorful kids' corner with bean bags in front of a wall with animal and nature motifs

Katta's Family Room

The Katta Family Rooms (KWF) with bunk beds can be booked as a schauinsland-reisen original room and are freshly renovated in the Katta style (bookable as KWF or DF2).
The rooms feature additional amenities for children, such as a bunk bed in Katta style, a Katta play area with beanbags, a small table with chairs, an extra Smart TV with HDMI connection, and a Katta height chart on the wall. The sockets are also equipped with child safety locks. The bathrooms have towel rails at child height and a step stool in front of the sink. With the same amenities as the double rooms, these rooms are also approx. 45 sqm.
Also bookable as a double room (FR2).
With 2 adults and 3 children, space is limited.

Katta's Family Suite

The Family Suites (2FS/FMK) can be booked as schauinsland-reisen original rooms and are renovated.
The suites are approx. 75 sqm and consist of two separate bedrooms: a master bedroom with a king-size bed and a second bedroom with two single beds, separated by a hallway. Both rooms have their own bathroom with a shower. The double rooms with a king-size bed are furnished similarly to the double rooms and have a Smart TV with HDMI connection. The rooms with two single beds feature a special light effect, a dresser with a Smart TV and HDMI connection, and a chill-out area with a beanbag. Sockets are equipped with child safety locks, and the bathrooms have a step stool and towel rails at child height.
Please note that Katta and his friends are not graphically represented in Katta's Family Suites.
The family suites can also accommodate 4 adults.

Modern hotel room with double bed, blue-gray accents, and balcony overlooking water.
Modern hotel room with two beds, blue curtains, and a panda mural on the wall.
Hotel room with two people on the bed, balcony with sea view visible through glass door.
Couple on terrace enjoys view of city and sea under clear sky.
Modern living room with two gray sofas, curtains, and a TV in the corner.
Modern living room with cozy sofas, dining table, and large windows with blue curtains.

Junior Suite

The Junior Suites (JS2) are approx. 80 sqm and consist of a living/sleeping area with extra sleeping possibilities and a separate bedroom. The rooms also have a bathroom with a bathtub and a terrace.
Also available for single occupancy (JS1).

Beach Front

The Beach Front rooms (BF2) have the same amenities as the double rooms, but are located in the first row to the beach and have a sea view.

Modern hotel room with double bed, nightstands, and seating area by the window.
Balcony with two chairs and a table, view of beach and sea through arched window.
A couple in robes on a balcony overlooking a garden and beach.

Meals

All Inclusive

Large elegant dining room with white tablecloths and wooden furniture.

All Inclusive

Breakfast from 7-10:30 am, lunch from 12:30-2:30 pm (winter)/1-3 pm (summer), dinner from 7-10 pm (summer) 6:30-10 pm (winter), all buffet style. Midnight snacks from 10:30 pm-1 am. Alternatively, dinner can be enjoyed in one of the four à la carte restaurants.
Snacks at the pool bar from 12 pm-5 pm. Snacks at the Aqua Bar from 12 pm-4:30 pm and from 12 pm-5 pm at the Gamila Beach Restaurant. Tea time and pastries from 3-5 pm at the Sun Ray Lobby Bar.
In the main restaurant, Katta's restaurant area is available for children, offering an extra children's buffet and children's tables.
Local alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages from 10 am-12 am at the respective open bar.
In addition, a buffet and four à la carte restaurants at the neighboring Sentido Mamlouk Palace Resort are included (reservations required for all).

Sports included

Fitness studio (ages 16+, open from 8 am-7 pm), archery, table tennis, beach volleyball, water polo, football, boccia, mini-golf, giant chess, darts, tennis (floodlight for a fee), water park for the whole family, Body & Soul Sports (Yoga, Tai Chi), billiards (ages 12+). An international animation team offers a daily sports program.
Three people joyfully slide down a colorful water slide into the pool splash.
Water park with colorful water slides and large pool under blue sky.
Diving mask and snorkel in sand next to beach towel and drinks by the sea
Bright gym with modern equipment and large windows overlooking a green landscape.
Two people practice archery on sandy ground with targets outdoors.

Sports for a fee

Aqua center with banana boat, Crazy Eight & Donuts, sailing and paddling, as well as windsurfing.

Children's program

Buffet area with numerous dishes displayed in front of ornate columns in a traditional setting.
Modern breakfast room with blue chairs and decorative wall painting.
White building with red base and rounded shapes under blue sky.
Large bright room with colorful cube seats and a vibrant wall mural.
Bright playroom with carpet, colorful cube seats, wall art, and air conditioning.
Bright children's playroom with colorful cube stools and wall murals in a hotel.
Brightly lit room with gray carpet and colorful cube seats in front of child-friendly wall murals
Cozy seating area with colorful cushions and a wall-mounted TV
Cozy playroom with bean bags, TVs, and colorful wall decorations.
Enclosed area with white fence, trees, and an orange building in the background under a blue sky.
„Katta's Holiday“
Dear children, do you know what my favorite thing to do is? Having a holiday, of course! Wouldn't you like to visit me at the hotel for a few days and spend your holiday together? We can play, do crafts, solve riddles, and read stories together. In the evening, we'll rock the mini-disco. I give every child a personal travel diary. So, how does that sound? I'm looking forward to seeing you.
See you soon, your Katta.
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Katta's Mini Club is available for our younger guests (3-12 years) in German, offering games and fun with Katta and his friends. This includes a general area with various games, a PlayStation room with a selection of games, and a nap/chill-out room for afternoon naps. In the evening, a children's cinema is available in the Mini Club. Arts and crafts sessions, cooking classes, and sports activities complete the program. Additionally, there is a playground for the little ones, Katta's children's buffet corner in the main restaurant, and a mini water park with a pool. Katta also offers a special highlight with his garden: here, children will find various vegetables that Katta tends to with the young guests.
Babysitting service is available for a fee.

Wellness

The spa area (ages 16+, usage for a fee) is open from 10 am-8 pm and offers a sauna, steam bath, jacuzzi, and hammam. Massages and other treatments are available for an additional fee. Pre-booking may be required for some services.
Modern wellness area with loungers, hot tubs, and warm lighting.

Entertainment

The resort offers daytime and evening entertainment as well as shows in the amphitheater.
Live music is provided in the evenings, and the in-house DJ at the Victoria Pub creates a great atmosphere with excellent music.

Hotel service

Wi-Fi is available free of charge throughout the resort.
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Hairdresser, room service, laundry service, babysitting service (each for a fee).
ATM with currency exchange function.
Multilingual staff and 24-hour reception.

Credit card

Visa, Mastercard.

Hotel features

  • Children's playground
  • Tennis
  • Volleyball/Beach volleyball
  • Sauna
  • Spa
  • Water slides
  • Fitness
  • Kids club/Mini club
  • Air conditioning
  • Hotel safe
  • Sandy beach
  • Children's pool
  • Massages
  • Diving
  • Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Shopping facilities
  • Direct beach location
  • Extended hygiene concept

Note

Accessible hotel complex
Accessible rooms can be booked upon request (DPB/FMK/KWF).
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Tour operator category

5 Suns *****

Country category

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Last updated: 22.04.2026 09:51