Ägypten ∙ Kairo-Luxor-Assuan ∙ Hurghada

Nilkombi MS Nile Excellence & Ausflug + Steigenberger Aqua Magic

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Cruise details

MS Nile Excellence inkl. Ausflug

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. Additionally, there is a small bazaar and a cozy reading corner. Starting from Winter 2024/25, the ship will have 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 views 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 buffet style or as a 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 cheerfully furnished suites (S2) are approx. 24 m² in size 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 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 m²). The Royal Suites are located on the middle and upper decks.
On the balcony of the Royal Suites, there is also a small table and two chairs.

Single Suite

The single suites (S1) are approx. 13 m² in size and otherwise equipped like the suites, but with only one single bed and no seating area.

Standard Suite

The standard suites (S2Z) are somewhat smaller (approx. 21 m²) with otherwise the same amenities as the suites, and may be without a French balcony and seating area, but with a non-opening window.

Hotel notice

Ship's address:
Blue Sky Dock – beside Baghdadi Police checkpoint.
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 for flights to or from Hurghada or Marsa Alam, at least one overnight stay at the 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, the itinerary may change. In very rare cases, bus transfers or accommodation on a ship of equal value may be required 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 crossing other ships may be necessary.
It may not always be possible to access the ship 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 collects 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 vacation as pleasant as possible and is a recommendation from us.
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Nilkombi MS Nile Excellence & Ausflug + Steigenberger Aqua Magic

Combined product consisting 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 always takes place 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 inkl. Ausflug

Route

When booking the MS Nile Excellence, the following excursions are automatically included: Valley of the Kings, Kom Ombo Temple, and 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 change.
Route:
Day 1:
Arrival and embarkation. In the afternoon, visit the Luxor Museum (3). Dinner and overnight 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 on board.
Day 3:
In the morning, continue sailing to Kom Ombo.
Lunch on board and visit 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 package included.
Then it's back to Kom Ombo.
Lunch on board. Overnight and dinner on board.
Day 6:
Breakfast on board. Afterwards, the ship continues to Esna. Dinner and overnight on board.
Day 7:
Breakfast. Afterwards, you have the opportunity to visit the Temple of Edfu (1,2,3).
Then the ship continues to Luxor.
Once there, 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 on site).
Day 8:
Departure.
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The excursions listed in the route are not included.
There is a German-speaking guide on board for the excursions.
The excursion package in which each excursion is located is indicated behind the excursions in the route description:
Excursion Package Classic Excellence=1
Excursion Package Classic Plus Excellence=2
Excursion Package Premium Excellence=3
The excursion packages can be booked as optional extras. 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
Edfu Temple
Felucca ride
Philae Temple
-> 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.

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 cool drinks served by the three bars on board. Additionally, there is a small bazaar and a cozy reading corner. Starting from Winter 2024/25, the ship will have 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 views of the landscape along the Nile.
Deck plan of the Nile cruise ship Nile Excellence showing cabins and facilities.

Accommodation

Suite

The cheerfully furnished suites (S2) are approx. 24 m² in size 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 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 m²). The Royal Suites are located on the middle and upper decks.
On the balcony of the Royal Suites, there is also a small table and two chairs.

Single Suite

The single suites (S1) are approx. 13 m² in size and otherwise equipped like the suites, but with only one single bed and no seating area.

Standard Suite

The standard suites (S2Z) are somewhat smaller (approx. 21 m²) with otherwise the same amenities as the suites, and may be without a French balcony and seating area, but with a non-opening window.

Meals

Full Board

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner served buffet style or as a 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 style. Selected local alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages included from 11 AM to 11 PM at the lounge/sun deck bar.
Afternoon coffee, tea, and pastries during the journey.
Daily replenishment of the minibar with 2 small bottles of water. The minibar is refilled with soft drinks once a week.
Fruit basket in the cabin once a week.

Not included in All Inclusive

International/imported alcoholic beverages.

Sports Included

There is a small fitness area on deck.

Wellness

Massage treatments are available for extra relaxation (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 the rooms is available for a fee.
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Pool towels are provided in the cabins.
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24-hour cabin 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 checkpoint.
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 for flights to or from Hurghada or Marsa Alam, at least one overnight stay at the 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, the itinerary may change. In very rare cases, bus transfers or accommodation on a ship of equal value may be required 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 crossing other ships may be necessary.
It may not always be possible to access the ship barrier-free.
**************************************
Egypt is the land of Baksheesh: To save you the stress of constantly giving tips on board, your local tour guide collects 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 vacation as pleasant as possible and is a recommendation from us.
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Tour operator category

5 Suns *****

Steigenberger Aqua Magic

Location

Rows of wooden loungers and umbrellas on a sandy beach overlooking the calm sea.
Aerial view of a large hotel with multiple pools and water slides.
Spend a wonderful family holiday at the "Steigenberger Aqua Magic". The 5-star hotel offers something for the whole family and delights both young and old with its extensive water park. The tastefully designed promenade „ALDAU Art Promenade“ separates the complex from the sandy beach, which is approx. 400 meters away and slopes gently into the sea. Be fascinated by the magical underwater world of the Red Sea while snorkeling or diving here. If needed, the hotel offers shuttle services to the beach (subject to availability). Your holiday accommodation is located in the newer part of Hurghada, along the modern promenade with oriental cafes, bars, and international pubs, as well as small shops. The center of Hurghada with the famous "Sakalla" is about 6 km away. Hurghada Airport is approx. 5 km away.

Facilities

The extensive hotel complex is particularly child-friendly and family-oriented, featuring 718 generously equipped rooms and suites. The complex welcomes guests into a spacious lobby with a reception and lobby bar, as well as a cozy lounge area with seating. Wi-Fi is available free of charge throughout the hotel. The outdoor area boasts seven swimming pools, one with an integrated children's pool covering over 2,600m², some of which are heated in winter. The hotel also features an aqua park with various water slides, accessible for guests over 1.20 meters tall. The highlight for all water enthusiasts is the 400-meter-long "Lazy River" that winds through the entire complex. On the roof terrace, there is a relaxation pool exclusively for adults. At the pools and on the beach, guests can use loungers, umbrellas, and beach towels free of charge. For your culinary enjoyment, the "Magic Flavors" main restaurant is available, along with three à la carte restaurants, a snack bar, and various pool and beach bars. Guests can choose between Italian, international, and oriental cuisine. There is also a "Sky Bar" on the rooftop terrace where guests can enjoy their drinks in the evening. Small souvenirs can be purchased in the shopping arcade located directly within the hotel.
A set table with a view of a large hotel pool and sun umbrellas under a clear sky.
Elegant hotel dining room with white tables and wooden chairs under high ceilings.
Modern hotel lobby with seating area of chairs and tables next to a blue patterned sofa.

Accommodation

Modern hotel room with double bed, desk, balcony, and blue-turquoise accents.

Double Room Superior

The Double Rooms Superior (DSU/DAS, approx. 34 m²) feature a shower/WC, coffee and tea making facilities, minibar, safe, LED TV, minibar refilled daily with soft drinks, hairdryer, and air conditioning, plus a balcony. Wi-Fi access is free for 2 devices.
Also available for single occupancy (DEU).
(Also bookable under HRGA19 as Double Room Superior Type A (DAS).)

Double Room Deluxe

The Double Rooms Deluxe (DD2/DDA, approx. 45 m²) are equipped with shower/WC, hairdryer, safe, satellite LED TV, coffee and tea making facilities, air conditioning, minibar (daily refill with soft drinks), work area, seating area, and balcony. Wi-Fi access for 2 devices is free. Also available for single occupancy (DD1).

Bright hotel room with double bed, balcony, desk with chair, and television.
Modern hotel room with large bed, blue accents, and a desk with a TV.
View into a hotel room with two single beds and an adjacent living area with desk and TV.

Family Suite

The Family Suites (2FS/ASF) have the same amenities as the Deluxe Double Rooms but are more spacious (approx. 55 m²) and feature a master bedroom and a separate sleeping area with twin beds for children. The master bedroom is separated by a door from the sleeping area and hallway. Wi-Fi access is free for 3 devices. Also bookable as Suite (SA).

Family Junior Suite

The Family Junior Suites (FJ2/FJA, approx. 68 m²) have the same amenities as the Family Suites but feature a master bedroom and a separate living/sleeping area. The master bedroom has a door to the living and sleeping area with two sofa beds. Wi-Fi access for 3 devices is free. Also bookable as Junior Suite (JSA).

Bright living room with terrace access and sea view.
Bright hotel room with seating area, bed, and dining area separated by a wall.

Aqua Suite

The Aqua Suite (S2, approx. 70 m²) consists of a living/sleeping area and a separate bedroom. Otherwise, it has the same features as the Deluxe Double Rooms.
Wi-Fi access for 3 devices is free.
/Also bookable under HRGA19 as Suite (S2) and additional contingent as Suite Type A (SA)).

Super Saver Room

The Super Saver Rooms (SSZ) are equipped like the Double Rooms Superior but have a smaller contingent and a special price. Wi-Fi access for 2 devices is free.
(Also bookable under HRGA19 as Super Saver Room Type B (SZB).)

Modern hotel room with double bed, balcony, and seating area overlooking the pool.

Standard Double Room

The Standard Double Rooms (DA) are similar in amenities to the Double Rooms Superior but are slightly smaller (approx. 24 m²), however, they are in a renovated, modern style. The rooms do not have a balcony. Wi-Fi access for 2 devices is free.
(Also bookable under HRGA19 as Double Room without Balcony (DO).)

Young Traveler Room

The Young Traveler Rooms (YTR) are equipped like the Standard Double Rooms and are bookable for young adults aged 18-29.

Meals

All Inclusive

The main restaurant "Magic Flavors" offers breakfast (7-10:30 AM), lunch (1-3 PM), and dinner (6-9:30 PM) in buffet style with themed evenings and live cooking stations. Additionally, the following à la carte restaurants are available: The "Magic Orient Restaurant" offers oriental dinners. The "Magic Palappa Restaurant" offers Italian cuisine for breakfast (8-10:30 AM), late breakfast (10:30 AM-12 PM), lunch (1-4 PM), and dinner (6:30-9 PM). The "Magic Sky Restaurant" offers dinner (6:30-9 PM) on the rooftop. All mentioned restaurants are included once a week (for stays of 5 nights or more) and require reservation.
Furthermore, snacks, sandwiches, and ice cream are available daily at the beach restaurant "Magic Blue" from 12 PM to 5 PM or at "Magic Souk" from 5 PM to 11 PM. Local alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages are included around the clock at the respective open bar: "Magic Splash Bar" with ice cream, "Magic Breeze Bar" with ice cream, "Magic Blue Bar", "Magic Sky Bar" with a sunset coffee break, and the "Magic Relax Bar – Adult Only".

Not All Inclusive

Fresh juices, imported/international alcoholic beverages. Shisha & tobacco products. Bathrobes, slippers, and spa area.

Sports Included

Couple playing golf on a green course with palm trees and blue sky.
Gym with modern cardio equipment and large windows showing an outside view.
Two men playing soccer on a sandy beach with palm trees and umbrellas in the background.
Woman in sportswear sitting on floor next to exercise ball and foam roller in gym.
Darts, table tennis, boccia, and volleyball. Table football, snooker, billiards. Fitness room (24 hours, ages 16+).
Jogging and Nordic walking trails on the grounds of the "Steigenberger ALDAU Beach" can be used.
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Golf during the day on the 9-hole par 3 golf course on the grounds of the neighboring "Steigenberger ALDAU Beach" hotel (for qualified golfers: clubs included, balls and floodlights for a fee), introductory golf sessions with a golf pro on Mondays and Fridays, 1x per person/stay (reservations required).
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Canoes and pedal boats can be rented from 9 AM until sunset (30 minutes per day/room, reservations required at the Aquacenter).
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Introductory diving session in the pool on Mondays and Saturdays at 11 AM, 1x per person/stay included (reservations required at the Ilios Dive Club & Aquacenter).
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Introductory windsurfing session on Tuesdays and Sundays at 12 PM, 1x per person/stay included (reservations required at the Ilios Dive Club & Aquacenter).

Sports for a Fee

Dive center "Ilios Dive & Aquacenter".

Children's Program

For the little guests, the hotel offers a special animation program, a mini club for children aged 4-12, and a teen club. In the outdoor area, there is also a pirate ship with various water games, a playground, a children's disco, and a children's cinema. Babysitting services are available upon request (for a fee).
Hotel with large pool, water slides, and pirate ship play area under clear sky.
Large, bright children's playroom with colorful tables, chairs, and shelves full of toys.
Play area with slides and climbing frames between hotel buildings under clear sky

Wellness

Modern wellness area with loungers and hot tub in a calm setting
Modern wellness room with sauna, massage table, and bathtub in a calm atmosphere.
Spa area with sauna, steam bath, whirlpool. Various beauty treatments and massages (for a fee). Guests of the "Steigenberger Aqua Magic" receive a 10% discount at the "Planet Spa" for one treatment.

Entertainment

For your entertainment, there is daytime and sports animation, as well as evening animation. The offerings are rounded off by shows and live music.
Entry to the "Elements" nightclub is free for guests of the "Steigenberger Aqua Magic," and guests receive a 25% discount on food and local beverages.

Hotel Service

Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel unlimited and free of charge.
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Hairdresser, laundry, and room service. (each for a fee).

Credit Card

Visa, MasterCard, and American Express.

Hotel features

  • Fitness
  • Air Conditioning
  • Hotel Safe
  • Sandy Beach
  • Club
  • Water Slides
  • Kids' Club/Mini Club
  • Children's Pool
  • Massages
  • Sauna
  • Spa
  • Animation
  • Golf
  • Diving
  • Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Shopping Facilities
  • Near the Beach
  • Family Friendly
  • Extended Hygiene Concept

Note

The hotel complex is barrier-free. 5 barrier-free rooms bookable on request (Double Room Deluxe/DD2).
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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", you may have to cover considerable distances and expect a long transfer. This also applies if this hotel is booked after a Nile cruise.
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Seasonal Information

Also bookable under HRGA19.

Tour operator category

5 Suns *****

Country category

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Last updated: 22.04.2026 09:54