Ägypten ∙ Kairo-Luxor-Assuan ∙ Hurghada

Nilkombi MS Nile Serenity + True Beach Village

HNR444
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Travel information

Combination package featuring a Nile cruise on the MS Nile Serenity and a beach holiday, including all intermediate transfers. Accommodation at the hotel is always provided in the most affordable available room category. Embarkation always takes place on Saturdays. The trip must be started at least one day in advance, as an overnight stay prior to the cruise is mandatory. The next possible embarkation date will always be selected.

Notice

The travel package you have selected has a duration of 14 days and includes various individual services. Accommodation on the ship is always for seven days according to the program. The pre- and post-cruise stay at the hotel depends on your arrival day and the embarkation day. All transfers between the airport, hotel, and port are included.

MS Nile Serenity

Itinerary

Embarkation: Saturdays.
Itinerary:
Day 1:
Arrival and embarkation. Afternoon visit to the Luxor Museum (3). Dinner and overnight stay on board in Luxor.
Day 2:
Morning after breakfast, excursion to Thebes-West to the Hatshepsut Temple (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.
Afternoon sailing to Esna. Dinner and overnight stay on board.
Day 3:
Morning after breakfast, visit to the Edfu Temple (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 stay on board.
Day 4:
Morning after breakfast, visit to the Aswan High Dam and the Old Dam in Aswan (1,2,3).
Afterwards, visit to the Philae Temple by motorboat (1,2,3). Lunch on board.
Afternoon felucca ride on the Nile (1,2,3).
Afterwards, visit to a Nubian village (3).
Dinner and overnight stay on board.
Day 5:
Early morning at 3:30 AM, opportunity for an excursion to Abu Simbel by bus (2,3), breakfast box is included.
Lunch on board. Overnight stay and dinner on board.
Day 6:
Morning after breakfast, leisure time. You will have a day to relax and enjoy the ship while sailing downstream to Luxor.
Afterwards, opportunity for a Sound and Light show at the Karnak Temple (optional, can be booked on site).
Overnight stay and dinner on board.
Day 7:
At 5 AM, hot air balloon excursion (optional, can be booked on site).
Breakfast, visit to the East Bank, the Karnak Temple, and the Luxor Temple (1,2,3).
Lunch on board.
Dinner and overnight stay on board in Luxor.
Day 8:
Departure.
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The excursions listed in the itinerary are not included.
There is a German-speaking guide on the ship for the excursions.
Behind the excursions in the itinerary, it is always noted which excursion package this excursion is included in:
Excursion package Classic=1
Excursion package Classic Plus=2
Excursion package Premium=3
The excursion packages can be booked optionally. The entrance fees are included in the excursion packages.
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Excursion package Classic (bookable with code: KW Service: NILKLASS)
Luxor Temple
Karnak Temple
Hatschepsut Temple
Valley of the Kings in Luxor
Colossi of Memnon
Edfu Temple
Kom Ombo Temple
High Dam in Aswan
Felucca ride
Philae Temple
->Summer season 2026: 305.- € p.p., Winter season 2026/27 and Summer season 2027: 316 € p.p.
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Additional excursions in the Excursion package Classic Plus (bookable with code: KW Service: NILKLASSP)
Day excursion by bus to Abu Simbel.
->Summer season 2026: 429.- € p.p., Winter season 2026/27 and Summer season 2027: 443 € p.p.
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Additional excursions in the Excursion package Premium (bookable with code: KW Service: NILPREMIUM)
Luxor Museum
Nubian village in Aswan
-> Summer season 2026: 482.- € p.p., Winter season 2026/27 and Summer season 2027: 489 € p.p.

Amenities

The completely renovated 5-star Nile ship has a total of 40 beautiful outside cabins and suites spread over three decks. All cabins and suites have a balcony. Furthermore, the luxurious ship features a main restaurant, a reception, as well as a lounge bar and a small bazaar. The ship also offers the opportunity to stay fit in the fitness area. The pool on the sun deck invites you to cool off and relax. Also enjoy the outdoor pool with a breathtaking view of the Nile. Bath towels are provided to guests free of charge.

Accommodation

Executive Cabin

The Executive cabins (KEX) are approx. 20 m² in size and are 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 deck and upper deck.
Also bookable for single use (EEX).

Hotel room with two single beds, a full-length mirror, and a TV on a dark cabinet.
Small bathroom with toilet, sink, and shower partition in beige and brown tones.
Cozy hotel room with wooden floor, two armchairs, a rug, and a TV next to the bed.
Small hotel bathroom with toilet, sink, and frosted glass shower partition.

Suite

The suites (S2) are equipped like the Executive cabins but are larger (approx. 27 m²). The beautiful balcony with a view of 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 bookable for single use (S1).

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) with similar amenities to the Executive cabin and are also equipped with 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 seating area, double bed, carpet, and balcony overlooking the sea.
Modern hotel bathroom with sink, mirror, and towels on the sink counter.

Meals

Full board

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner as a buffet. Drinks for a fee.

Brightly lit dining room with wooden beams, set tables, and chairs.

All Inclusive

Modern restaurant area with tables, chairs, and decorative hanging lamps in neutral tones.

All Inclusive

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner in buffet style.
National alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks are included around the clock.
Refilling of the minibar with soft drinks once per week.
Fruit basket in the cabin once per week.

Not included in All Inclusive

International alcoholic drinks are available for a fee.

Sports included

Fitness area.

Entertainment

Occasional evening entertainment with folklore show and belly dancing.

Hotel contact

Free Wi-Fi in public areas.
It is possible to purchase a SIM card on the ship (approx. 25 €, but this may vary) with 4 GB to use the internet.
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Check-in: 12 PM.
Medical on-call service (for a fee).
Laundry service (for a fee).

Credit card

MasterCard and VISA are accepted.

Hotelhinweis

Address of the ship: Blue Sky Dock – beside Baghdadi Police check point
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Smoking is only allowed on the outer decks and on the balcony of your room.
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Cabin plan is available. The wish for a specific deck or cabin number can be entered as a non-binding customer request in the comment line.
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Booking note: Please note that for a flight to/from Hurghada or Marsa Alam before or after the Nile cruise, at least one overnight stay at a hotel is required.
For a flight to/from Luxor, no overnight stay is necessary.
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Booking note: We reserve the right to rebook you to another ship for economic reasons. In these cases, it will always be a higher-quality ship. The travel itinerary will not be affected.
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The transfer duration from Hurghada or Marsa Alam is 7-8 hours, depending on the location of the hotel.
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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 an equivalent ship may be required to ensure the travel itinerary.
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As the offered ship is a motor ship, operating noises may occur.
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The ships sometimes dock behind or next to each other, so it may be necessary to cross other ships. It may happen that the ship is not always accessible in a barrier-free way.
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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 amount is used for all the "good spirits" who make your vacation as pleasant as possible and is a recommendation from our side.
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Hotel code: LXR216

Tour operator category

5 Suns *****

True Beach Village

Location

The True Beach Resort, consisting of the two sections „True Beach Resort“ (bookable under RMF333, completely renovated) and the True Beach Village (bookable under RMF444, newly built), opened its doors for the first time in December 2023. The resort, designed in an Arabic boho style, is located south of Marsa Alam and lies on a stunning coastal section with a bay with crystal-clear water in the first beach row. Off-shore coral reefs invite you to go snorkeling. Marsa Alam airport is approximately 90 kilometers from the hotel.
Illuminated hotel building and large signage under deep blue evening sky.
Bird's-eye view of a hotel resort with blue pools and beige-red sun terraces.
Small hotel complex on a coast with clear turquoise water in a dry landscape.
Beach area with lounge chairs, palm trees, and sea in the background on a sunny day.
Wide sandy beach with clear, calm water and blue sky in the background.
A hotel pool with sun loungers and umbrellas next to a sandy beach under a clear sky.
Modern pool with blue water next to sandy beach under clear sky.
Kitesurfer on turquoise sea with sandy beach and clear sky.

Amenities

Modern hotel building at dusk with warmly lit windows and outdoor area.
Illuminated hotel building at night with clear blue sky and manicured garden.
Cozy seating on a terrace overlooking a well-maintained garden in the hotel area.
Bright hotel lounge with large windows, sofa, chairs, and a large vase.
An elegant hotel lounge area with comfortable armchairs and sofas in neutral tones.
Modern hotel bar area with large marble counter and multiple stools in front of wooden panel wall.
Open hotel patio with tables and chairs under a lit fabric canopy at night.
Wooden pavilions with white curtains on the beach overlooking the sea and palm trees.
Beach hotel with palm trees, umbrellas, and lounge chairs under a clear blue sky.
Evening beach bar with lit seating areas and calm sea in the background.
A man in the pool with a round tray filled with breakfast dishes and drinks.
Outdoor hotel seating area with white tables and chairs by a sandy beach under a blue sky.
Bright, elegant hotel lounge with wooden tables, blue chairs, and decorative plants.
Cozy bench under white curtains overlooking a beach with palm trees at sunset.
Beach with sand, sun umbrellas, loungers, and palm trees under clear morning sky.
The schauinsland-reisen original hotel was built in a classy Bohemian style, paired with modern Arabic accents, offering a unique design in Egypt. The 5-star facility consists of two sections, the "True Beach Resort," which is particularly suitable for families, and the "True Beach Village" as an adults-only area, which can be booked by guests aged 16 and over. The facility has a total of 158 rooms distributed across both sections and offers a spacious reception area with a lobby, as well as a lobby bar "True Lobby Bar" with seating in the indoor and outdoor areas (located in the resort). On the first floor of the lobby, there is a rooftop bar, "Sama Bar." The village section of the resort (adults-only) is surrounded by a spacious water landscape and offers a total of 4 different main pools that run through the entire facility and are simultaneously the pools for the swim-up rooms, as well as an infinity pool that offers a view of the crystal-clear bay (all pools can be heated). In the middle of the pool landscape, the pool bar "Scarab Bar" awaits you, as well as the oriental restaurant "El Tawla" and a chaise lounge. Guests of the village section also have access to a Greek restaurant "ILIOS" as well as an Asian restaurant "NORI," both located on the beach. At the beach, guests can also find the bars "ILIOS Bar" and "Salt Bar." Furthermore, guests of the village section have access to the main restaurant "El Manzil" as well as the fish restaurant "Ritsa" (both located in the resort area). The resort area has two spacious pools as well as a hot tub integrated into the main pool (main pool can be heated in winter). An island in the main pool, reachable via a wooden bridge, offers chill-out areas with loungers and beanbags for all ages. Furthermore, the facility features the pool bar "Maya," a theater that offers various entertainment programs in the evening, as well as various shops, a hairdresser, and a spa area. Guests of the village section are allowed to use both sections, but not vice versa. Sun loungers, umbrellas, and bath towels are included at the pool and beach.

Accommodation

Swim Up Suite (Adults Only)

The Swim Up Suites (2SU) are approx. 47 m² and feature a bathroom with shower/WC, hairdryer, satellite TV, air conditioning, telephone, safe, minibar (filled upon arrival with 4 soft drinks and 2 small water bottles, water is refilled daily), kettle, espresso machine (4 capsules included), safe, seating area, and terrace. The rooms have direct access to the communal pool (heatable).
Also bookable for single use (1SU).

Modern hotel room with double bed and view of pool and terrace through floor-to-ceiling windows.
Modern hotel room with double bed, wooden furniture, and warm lighting.
Modern bathroom with gray marble countertop, integrated sink, and large mirrors.
View of a hotel pool area with lounge chairs and sunlight through a glass patio door.
Elegant hotel room with large bed, neutral tones, and decorative wall accents.
Modern hotel room with two beds, seating area, and view of pool and sea.
A hotel pool with sun loungers and umbrellas next to a sandy beach under a clear sky.
Modern hotel bathroom area with sink, mirrors, and warm lighting fixtures.

Swim Up Seafront Suite (Adults Only)

With the same amenities as the 2SU, these (W2Q) are located on the beach and have access to a swim-up pool (heatable) and have a direct sea view.
Also bookable for single use (W1Q).

Junior Suite Sea View (Adults Only)

The Junior Suites Sea View (J2M) are approx. 47 m² in size, located on the first floor, and feature a bathroom with shower/WC, hairdryer, satellite TV, air conditioning, telephone, safe, minibar (filled upon arrival with 4 soft drinks and 2 small water bottles, water is refilled daily), kettle, espresso machine (4 capsules included), safe (included), seating area, and balcony. Also bookable with pool view (J2P) or as Seafront (JF2).
Also bookable for single use (J1M).

Modern hotel room with double bed, wooden furniture, and warm lighting.
Balcony with chairs and table next to a hotel pool overlooking the sea under clear sky.
Modern hotel bathroom area with sink, mirrors, and warm lighting fixtures.
Bright hotel room with large bed and sea view through two large windows.
Hotel room with large window, two beds, armchairs, and sea view.
Jacuzzi on a terrace overlooking a sandy beach and blue sea under a clear sky.
Modern hotel bathroom area with sink, mirrors, and warm lighting fixtures.

Jacuzzi Suite (Adults Only)

The Jacuzzi Suites (S2J) are approx. 47 m² in size, located on the first floor in the first beach row with direct sea view, and feature a bathroom with shower/WC, hairdryer, satellite TV, air conditioning, telephone, safe, minibar (filled upon arrival with 4 soft drinks and 2 small water bottles, water is refilled daily), kettle, espresso machine (4 capsules included), safe, seating area, and terrace. The Jacuzzi (heatable) is located outside on the terrace.
Also bookable for single use (S1J).

Loft (Adults Only)

The Lofts (L2G) are approx. 86 m² in size, located on the beach with direct sea view, and offer two bathrooms distributed over two floors with shower/WC, hairdryer, satellite TV, air conditioning, telephone, safe, minibar (filled upon arrival with 4 soft drinks and 2 small water bottles, water is refilled daily), kettle, espresso machine (4 capsules included), safe, dressing room, as well as seating area with dining table and terrace. The lofts offer direct access to the swim-up pool (heatable).

Modern bedroom with large bed, wooden furniture, and view of a pool.
Modern hotel room with dining area and sea view through large windows.
Modern living area with fruit platter and view of pool terrace with umbrella and sea.
Modern, bright hotel living area with sofas, TV, and staircase to upper floor.
Hotel room with double bed, chair, large window, and view of a blue pool.
Bright hotel room with terrace and sea view, wooden furniture, and daybed.
Bright hotel room with double bed, seating area, and terrace with chairs in daylight.
Modern hotel room with cozy seating area and view of terrace overlooking the sea.

Jacuzzi Rooftop (Adults Only)

The Jacuzzi Rooftop rooms (SRT, approx. 87 m²) are located on the first floor and offer a terrace with an outdoor Jacuzzi and partial sea view. Furthermore, the rooms feature a bathroom with shower/WC, hairdryer, satellite TV, air conditioning, telephone, safe, minibar (filled upon arrival with 4 soft drinks and 2 small water bottles, water is refilled daily), kettle, espresso machine (4 capsules included), safe, and living area with seating.
Also bookable for single use (ERT).

Young Traveler Room

The Young Traveler rooms (YTR) are equipped like the Junior Suites Pool View and are bookable for young adults aged 18-29. Limited availability and special price.

Meals

All Inclusive

All Inclusive

Main restaurant "El Manzil" in buffet style in the resort area for breakfast (7-10 AM, time may vary depending on the season), late riser breakfast (10-11 AM, time may vary depending on the season), lunch (12:30-2:30 PM, time may vary depending on the season), and dinner (6:30-9:30 PM Winter season, 7-10 PM Summer season).
Alternatively, guests can also enjoy a daily à-la-carte breakfast in the village area (adults only) at the Greek restaurant.
Snacks are offered from 10:30 AM to 5 PM in the outdoor area. Tea time from 3-4 PM with cake and fine pastries at the lobby bar. In addition, the following à-la-carte restaurants are included daily: Seafood restaurant "Ritsa" (located in the resort area, only included once per stay, reservation required, depending on capacity, the restaurant may not be open daily), Greek restaurant "ILIOS", Oriental restaurant "El Tawla", and Asian fusion restaurant "NORI" (reservation required, depending on the day of the week, two of the restaurants are open, from 7-10 PM, opening times may vary depending on the season). The following bars are available for you: lobby bar "True Lobby Bar", pool bar in the resort area "Maya Pool Bar", roof top bar "Sama Bar" in the resort area, pool bar in the village area "Scarab Bar", Salt Bar (beach bar) at the beach, and the "ILIOS" bar directly at the beach (the last three mentioned bars are located in the village area). Opening times vary depending on the bar. Local alcoholic drinks are included from 10 AM to 12 AM and non-alcoholic drinks from 6 AM to 12 AM. A midnight snack is offered after midnight.
The minibar is filled upon arrival with 4 soft drinks and 2 small water bottles. Water is refilled daily.

Bright hotel restaurant with wooden furniture and large windows overlooking the sea.

Not included in All Inclusive

Freshly squeezed orange juice for breakfast for a fee. From summer 2025, the floating breakfast is no longer included in All Inclusive.

Sports included

Modern gym with treadmills, bikes, and weight machines, large windows with city view.
Modern gym with various exercise machines and a large window overlooking greenery.
Brightly lit gym room with large windows and various exercise equipment.
Modern gym with strength and cardio equipment in front of large windows showing city views.
Modern gym with treadmills, weights, and mirrors in a hotel.
Fitness room with a range of different sports equipment (cardio and strength equipment, for guests aged 16 and over, open from 8 AM to 8 PM). Furthermore, a volleyball court at the beach as well as daily animation/sports program (e.g., yoga classes at the beach).

Sports for a fee

Diving center at the hotel (PADI certified, local provider, for a fee).

Wellness

Spacious spa area with sauna, steam room, swimming pool, as well as a range of massages (for a fee). Also a beauty salon in the spa area (for a fee, reservation required).
Modern outdoor pool with blue water surrounded by beige walls and lounge chairs.
Pool with clear blue water and sun loungers in front of a curved row of columns under a blue sky.
Modern hotel area with a pool and fountain in front of light arches on a sunny day.
Hotel pool area with sun loungers and Mediterranean wall features under clear sky.
Bright hotel courtyard with bar, wooden stools, and small trees on sunny tiled floor.
Bright, spacious lounge area with seating and large window openings in a hotel.
Bright hammam with marble walls, large seating area, and central square stone.
Bright wooden sauna with two seating tiers and a wood stove in the corner.
Hotel room with two black office chairs in front of large arches and a mirror.
Modern outdoor pool with wooden loungers and white stone walls under clear sky.
Modern pool area with wooden lounge chairs and bright, minimal outdoor walls.

Entertainment

An animation team provides entertainment throughout the day in the resort area. In the theater, located in the resort area, various programs take place in the evening.

Hotel contact

Wi-Fi is available in the entire facility as well as at the beach.
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Laundry service for a fee. Baby cot subject to availability at no extra charge.
Pillow menu available. Please contact the reception for this.

Credit card

Visa, Mastercard.

Hotelhinweis

The resort area is bookable under RMF333.
Swimming shoes are recommended for entering the sea.
Ebb and flow can occur in Egypt.
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When choosing your hotel and your destination airport, please note that especially with the combination "Marsa Alam Airport-Hurghada Hotel" as well as the reverse "Hurghada Airport-Marsa Alam Hotel", large distances must sometimes be covered, and a long transfer must be expected. This also applies if this hotel is booked after a Nile cruise.
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Hotel code: RMF444
"True Beach Resort" (RMF333) and "True Beach Village" (RMF444)

Tour operator category

5 Suns *****

Country category

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Last updated: 06.08.2026 17:01