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Large white river cruise ship with multiple decks floating on calm water under a blue sky.
Top deck of a cruise ship with a swimming pool and sun loungers by the water.
Outdoor pool and jacuzzi with sun loungers at sunset near a bridge.
Outdoor lounge area with round wicker chairs, cushions, tables, and colorful drinks by the water.
Outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and tables overlooking water and urban buildings.
Outdoor dining area with tables and chairs under a pergola, overlooking a green lawn.
Cozy restaurant interior with wooden tables, chairs, and warm lighting.
Hotel staircase with wooden steps, metal railings, and a decorative plant in a pot.
Stylish hotel lounge with blue sofa, glass coffee table, and grey chairs by large windows.
Spacious hotel lounge with modern curved sofas and a skylight overhead.
Cozy dining area with wooden chairs and a cushioned bench, set under a woven lampshade.
Wooden wall shelves with decorative vases and a framed picture in a hotel lobby.
Bright hotel lounge with beige sofas, armchair, glass coffee table, and large window with water view.
Hotel room with two beds, large window showing water view, desk, and TV.
Cozy bathroom with beige tiles, glass shower screen, modern toilet, wooden vanity, and wall mirror.
Detailed deck plan of the Nile Serenity river cruise ship showing cabin layouts and facilities.
Hotel room with two single beds, bedside table, chair, mirror, and curtains.
Modern hotel bathroom with toilet, sink, mirror, and glass shower partition.
Spacious hotel room with bed, TV, armchairs, and a patterned rug on wooden floor.
Modern hotel bathroom with wall-mounted toilet, frosted glass shower divider, and illuminated sink cabinet.
Hotel room with bed, TV, chairs, sofa, rug, and balcony view of water.
Modern hotel bathroom with sink, mirror, hairdryer, and towel on the rack.
Spacious restaurant with wooden decor, neatly arranged tables and chairs, and warm lighting.
Cozy dining area with a long table, woven chairs, cushions, and warm lighting in a restaurant.
Modern hotel restaurant interior with wooden tables, blue chairs, and decorative green pillars.
Peaceful patio with pool, lounge chairs, umbrella, and greenery in a cozy outdoor setting.
Luxurious hotel suite with living area, cozy seating, and a view of the outdoor greenery.
Four people playing golf on a grassy golf course under a clear sky.
A person is driving a golf cart on a green golf course.
Man playing golf on a green course under a clear sky.
Luxurious marble bathroom with spa tub, soft lighting, and wooden towels on side benches.
Ägypten ∙ Kairo-Luxor-Assuan ∙ Hurghada

Nilkombi MS Nile Serenity + Jaz Makadi Star

HNH098
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Location

The luxurious hotel, built in Nubian style, belonging to the renowned Jaz Hotel chain offers a sanctuary of peace for holidaymakers. Located in the popular Madinat Makadi, the complex is about 400m away from Makadi Bay. Experience the colorful underwater world of the Red Sea directly at its own house reef, which extends almost to the beach. Here, beach holidays can be combined with spa relaxation. You can unwind in the modern spa. In the nearby Makadi Center, you will find numerous shopping opportunities, or you can opt for one of the cozy bars and restaurants. Hurghada Airport is about 35 km away.
Sandy beach with straw umbrellas and lounge chairs under a clear blue sky.
Camel resting on sandy beach with people swimming in the sea in the background.
Resort with two blue pools, white umbrellas, palm trees, and beige buildings under a clear sky.

Facilities

Spacious hotel lobby with arched doorways, marble floors, large chandelier, and potted plants.
Outdoor dining area at night with illuminated lamps and people enjoying a meal.
Resort with swimming pools, palm trees, and sun loungers under umbrellas in a sunny courtyard.
The cozy hotel complex is embedded in a beautiful garden, ensuring a relaxing holiday. From May 1, 2026, the hotel will also be run as Adults Only (bookable for ages 16+). The resort comprises a total of 167 rooms. The inviting lobby with reception warmly welcomes guests, making you feel comfortable from the very first moment. The main restaurant with terrace and several bars cater to your culinary needs. Additionally, you will find further à la carte restaurants in Madinat Makadi, which can be used for a fee.
In the spacious garden area, there is a heated swimming pool in winter with a pool/snackbar. A beach bar is located on the beach and can be used free of charge during the day. Sunshades, loungers, and bath towels are included at the pool and on the beach.

Accommodation

Double Superior

The tastefully furnished Double Superior rooms (DSU) are approx. 32 m² in size and equipped with shower/WC, hairdryer, air conditioning, safe, telephone, satellite TV, refrigerator, and balcony or terrace.
Also bookable with pool view (DSP) for an extra charge.
Also available for single use (DEU/ESP).

Hotel room with two beds, purple bed runners, desk, TV, and balcony with outdoor view.
Hotel room with a large bed, TV, wooden furniture, and balcony overlooking a pool and garden.
View through a bathroom doorway showing a countertop with two sinks and a large mirror.
Bright hotel room with double bed, TV, desk, and balcony overlooking greenery.

Family Room

The Family Rooms (DF2) are larger than the Double Superior rooms with the same amenities, measuring 45 m². Bookable until 04/30/26

Hotel room with a large bed, TV, wooden furniture, and balcony overlooking a pool and garden.

Junior Suite Pool View

The elegant Junior Suites (J2P) have a bedroom, a living room with connecting door, and 2 bathrooms/WC, in addition to the same amenities as the Double Superior rooms. The Junior Suites are approx. 64 m² in size.

Deluxe Garden

The Deluxe Rooms with garden view (D2G) are larger than the Double Superior rooms with the same amenities, measuring 45 m². Bookable from 05/01/26

Royal Suite

In addition to the amenities of the Double Superior rooms, the Royal Suite (RS) offers a king-size bed, a private (heated in winter) pool, and a terrace. They are approx. 80 m² in size and can accommodate 2 adults.

Elegant hotel room with canopy bed and a view of poolside patio through open glass doors.
Elegant bedroom with four-poster canopy bed, brown bedding, and cushioned bench under archway
Peaceful patio with pool, lounge chairs, umbrella, and greenery in a cozy outdoor setting.
Luxurious hotel suite with living area, cozy seating, and a view of the outdoor greenery.

All Inclusive

All Inclusive

Breakfast from 7-10 AM, lunch from 12:30-2:30 PM, and dinner from 6:30-9 PM in buffet form. Dinner is optionally available in an à la carte restaurant by reservation (included once per stay with reservation).
Various snacks from 10:30-11:30 AM, coffee, tea, and pastries from 4-5 PM. The minibar is subject to an extra charge from November 1st.
Local alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks are available from 9 AM to 12 AM at the open bar. Imported alcohol is available for a fee.

Dine Around

Dinner can also be taken in one of the à la carte restaurants in Madinat Makadi. Dinner is only possible with a prior reservation and is included once per stay.
The following restaurants are available in Madinat Makadi:
- Indian Restaurant "Amaya" (located in the hotel "Jaz Makadi Star")
- Asian Restaurant "Makai Tukai" (located in the hotel "Jaz Makadi Saraya")
- Italian Restaurant "Nino's" (located in the hotel "Jaz Makadi Saraya")
- Oriental Restaurant "Sofra" (located in the hotel "Jaz Makadi Saraya")
- Grill Restaurant "The Grill" (located in the hotel "Jaz Makadi Saraya")
- Mediterranean Restaurant "Aqua" (located in the hotel "Jaz Makadina")
- Mediterranean Restaurant "Beach" (located in the hotel "Iberotel Makadi Beach")
The following restaurants are also located in Madinat Makadi, but they are not included in Dine Around and can only be used for a fee:
- Egyptian Restaurant "Felfela" (located in the hotel "Jaz Aquaviva")
- Italian Restaurant "Paprika" (located in the hotel "Jaz Aquaviva")

Sports Included

Table tennis, beach volleyball, and water polo.
• Fitness room from 8 AM - 8 PM
• Billiards from 9 AM - 12 AM
• Tennis court from 8 AM - 8 PM (Tennis court and rackets included)
• Table football from 10 AM - 10 PM
• Table tennis from 10 AM - 10 PM
• Snorkeling equipment from 7 AM - 4 PM (2 hours free daily, service at the towel house)
• Board games available free of charge at the pool bar from 9 AM - 12 AM

Sports for a Fee

Various water sports activities offered by local providers on the beach, including pedal boat, water skiing, diving school, surfing, and catamaran sailing, tennis.
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"Makadi Water World" Aqua Park: Entrance for a fee (can be booked on site) to the Aqua Park in Madinat Makadi with 50 different slides for children and adults. Snacks and soft drinks are included. Shuttle buses are available in all Jaz Hotels in Madinat Makadi (schedules at reception).
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The 18-hole par-72 championship golf course, designed by John Sanford, is located in Madinat Makadi and offers an inviting environment for golf enthusiasts. Guests of Madinat Makadi have access to a golf school where golf equipment can be rented on site. A driving range and a clubhouse with a pro shop are also available, each for a fee.
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Green fees as an additional service (HRGMAKGAD) can be booked in the booking system (only valid for guests in selected Jaz Hotel Group properties):
1x9 holes
1x 18 holes
3x 18 holes
5x 18 holes
(2nd round of golf possible on the same day upon request); Transfer from the hotel to the golf courses is included.
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When booking a green fee package, please contact the following email address to reserve your desired tee times:
info.golfmakadi@jazhotels.com
Please note that it is mandatory to attach your booking confirmation to your email to complete the reservation.
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Golf luggage brought along, both for the flight and for the transfer on site, must be registered !!!
Golf luggage on transfer (requires prior registration): For landings in Hurghada, €30 per piece of luggage/route. Payable on site to the transfer tour guide.
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Prerequisites for playing the courses are the German Platzreife (playing license) with a handicap of max. 36.
Upon booking, an email address will be provided on site where tee times must be reserved.
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Children's Programme

Kids' club for ages 4-12 from 10 AM-1 PM and from 3 PM-5 PM.

Wellness

Luxurious marble bathroom with spa tub, soft lighting, and wooden towels on side benches.
The large Mividaspa area (for a fee) offers a wide selection of wellness services such as sauna and whirlpool (1x per stay included) as well as massages and other treatments (for a fee).

Hotel Service

Wi-Fi is available free of charge.
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• Room service 24 hours (for a fee)
• Laundry service (for a fee)
• Dine-Around (for a fee) offers a wide selection of different cuisines. For reservations, please contact reception or your guest relations.

Credit Card

Visa, Mastercard, AMEX.

Hotel features

  • Internet
  • Sauna
  • Animation
  • Fitness
  • Kids Club/Miniclub
  • Air Conditioning
  • Hotel Safe
  • Children's Playground
  • Children's Pool
  • Massages
  • Spa
  • Tennis
  • Golf
  • Diving
  • Wi-Fi
  • Club
  • Shopping Facilities
  • Sandy Beach
  • Close to Beach
  • Family Friendly
  • Extended Hygiene Concept

Note

The corals grow partly right down to the shore area, so we recommend bringing water shoes.
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When choosing your hotel and destination airport, please note that especially when combining "Marsa Alam Airport - Hurghada Hotel" and vice versa "Hurghada Airport - Marsa Alam Hotel", long distances 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 organize the visa themselves or to purchase it from the schauinsland-reisen tour guide upon arrival for €30 per person.
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The hotel does not have accessible rooms.
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MADINAT MAKADI
HURGHADA/EGYPT
0020-653590580
0020-65390589
info@jazmakadistar.com

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Product information

Combined product consisting of a Nile cruise on the MS Nile Serenity 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 Saturdays. 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.

Cruise details

MS Nile Serenity

Route/Ship location

Embarkation: Saturdays.
Route:
Day 1:
Arrival and embarkation. Afternoon visit to the Luxor Museum (3). Dinner and overnight on board in Luxor.
Day 2:
After breakfast in the morning, 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, sailing to Esna. Dinner and overnight on board.
Day 3:
After breakfast in the morning, visit the Temple of Edfu (1,2,3).
Lunch on board and sailing to Kom Ombo with a visit to the double temple (1,2,3).
Continue sailing to Aswan. Dinner and overnight on board.
Day 4:
After breakfast in the morning, visit the Aswan High Dam and the Old Aswan Dam (1,2,3).
Then visit the Temple of Philae by motorboat (1,2,3). Lunch on board.
Afternoon felucca ride on the Nile (1,2,3).
Then visit a Nubian village (3).
Dinner and overnight on board.
Day 5:
Early morning at 3:30 am, opportunity for an excursion to Abu Simbel by bus (2,3), breakfast package included.
Lunch on board. Overnight and dinner on board.
Day 6:
After breakfast in the morning, free time. You will have a day to relax and enjoy the ship while sailing downstream to Luxor.
Then opportunity for a sound and light show at the Temple of Karnak (optional, can be booked on site).
Overnight and dinner on board.
Day 7:
At 5 am, optional balloon excursion (optional, can be booked on site).
Breakfast, visit the East Bank, Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple (1,2,3).
Lunch on board.
Dinner and overnight on board in Luxor.
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 each excursion is part of is indicated after the excursions in the route description:
Excursion Package Classic=1
Excursion Package Classic Plus=2
Excursion Package Premium=3
The excursion packages can be booked optionally. Entrance fees are included in the excursion packages.
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Excursion Package Classic (bookable with arrival: KW Service: NILKLASS)
Luxor Temple
Karnak Temple
Temple of Hatshepsut
Valley of the Kings in Luxor
Colossi of Memnon
Temple of Edfu
Temple of Kom Ombo
Aswan High Dam
Felucca ride
Temple of Philae
->Winter Season 2025/2026, Summer Season 2026: €305 per person.
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Additional excursions in Excursion Package Classic Plus (bookable with arrival: KW Service: NILKLASSP)
Day trip by bus to Abu Simbel.
->Winter Season 2025/2026, Summer Season 2026: €429 per person.*******************************************************
Additional excursions in Excursion Package Premium (bookable with arrival: KW Service: NILPREMIUM)
Luxor Museum
Nubian Village in Aswan
-> Winter Season 2025/2026, Summer Season 2026: €482 per person.
The completely renovated 5-star Nile ship has a total of 40 beautiful outside cabins and suites, spread across three decks. All cabins and suites have a balcony. Furthermore, the luxurious ship has a main restaurant, a reception, as well as a lounge bar and a small bazaar. The ship also offers the possibility to stay fit in the fitness area. The pool on the sun deck invites you to cool off and relax. Enjoy the outdoor pool with breathtaking views of the Nile. Bath towels are provided free of charge to guests.

Meals

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner as a buffet. Drinks at a charge.

Entertainment

Occasional evening entertainment with folklore show and belly dancing.

Cabins

Executive Cabin

The Executive Cabins (KEX) are approx. 20 m² in size and equipped with a private bathroom, shower, hairdryer, air conditioning, satellite TV, telephone, minibar, safe, and a balcony (approx. 2 m²).
The Executive Cabins are located on the middle and upper decks.
Also available for single occupancy (EEX).

Hotel room with two single beds, bedside table, chair, mirror, and curtains.
Modern hotel bathroom with toilet, sink, mirror, and glass shower partition.

Suite

The suites (S2) are equipped like the Executive Cabins, but are larger (approx. 27 m²). The beautiful balcony overlooking the Nile is approx. 3 m² and invites you to linger. The suites are located on the main deck, the middle deck, and the upper deck.
Also available for single occupancy (S1).

Spacious hotel room with bed, TV, armchairs, and a patterned rug on wooden floor.
Modern hotel bathroom with wall-mounted toilet, frosted glass shower divider, and illuminated sink cabinet.

Economy Cabin

With the same amenities as the Executive Cabins, but slightly smaller.

Royal Suite

The Royal Suites (R2S) are more spacious (approx. 34 m²) than the Executive Cabins with similar amenities and also feature a balcony of approx. 4 m². They also have a sofa and two armchairs in the integrated living area.
The Royal Suites are located on all three decks.

Hotel room with bed, TV, chairs, sofa, rug, and balcony view of water.
Modern hotel bathroom with sink, mirror, hairdryer, and towel on the rack.

Hotel notice

Ship's address: Blue Sky Dock – beside Baghdadi Police check point
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Smoking is only permitted on the outer decks and on the balcony of your cabin.
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Cabin plan available. Requests for a specific deck or cabin number can be noted as non-binding customer requests in the remarks field.
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Booking note: Please note that for a flight 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 a flight 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 be subject to change. In very rare cases, bus transfers or accommodation on an equivalent ship may be necessary to ensure the trip proceeds as planned.
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As the offered ship is a motor ship, operational noises may occur.
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The ships dock sometimes one behind the other 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 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 holiday as pleasant as possible and is considered a recommendation from us.
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When booking this ship, accommodation will be on the MS Nile Serenity or another ship with similar amenities and of the same category.
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Hotel code: LXR216