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A large two-story excursion boat on a river with an urban backdrop.
Modern hotel bar area with tall bar stools and an elegant, bright ceiling.
A welcoming, modern hotel lounge area with cream-colored chairs and plants.
Modern living room with comfortable armchairs, sofa, and decorative rug on marble floor.
Beautiful outdoor pool with seating areas and clear blue water under clear sky.
Large sun terrace with wooden floor, covered seating areas, and loungers under clear sky
Open bar area with modern chairs and large sunshade in hotel outdoor space
Elegant dining room with decorated columns and a long padded counter.
Modern dining area with multiple tables and upholstered chairs in a warm setting.
Spacious, elegant hotel lounge area with modern furniture and marble flooring.
Modern hotel room with comfortable bed, seating area, and large window.
Bright lounge with gray corner sofa, light coffee table, and large window with curtains.
Hotel room with two single beds, gray pillows, beige blankets, and wall art above the headboard.
Interior of a small souvenir shop with postcard racks and city maps.
Deck plan of the Nile cruise ship Nile Excellence showing cabins and facilities.
Large outdoor pool with blue umbrellas and sea view under a clear sky.
Large hotel pool with sun loungers, palm trees, and calm water at sunset.
Modern hotel complex with large outdoor pool and palm trees under clear sky
Modern hotel with illuminated pool and outdoor dining area at sunset.
Modern outdoor hotel area with seating and a view of the beach and sea.
Children play in a shallow pool with colorful water slides and palm trees in the background.
Outdoor wave surf simulator with blue water surface and palm trees in the background.
Colorful water slides lead into a hotel pool alongside a water playground on a sunny day.
Colorful water slides and play area under clear sky
Modern restaurant with blue chairs and sea view through large windows.
Modern hotel room with bed, sofa, and terrace overlooking garden and pool
Colorful water playground structure in a pool with palm trees in the background under a clear sky.
Evening view of a modern hotel with illuminated pool and outdoor dining area in a coastal setting.
Children's playground with wooden structure, slide, and swings in sunny outdoor area.
Clear swimming pool with palm trees and sun loungers under a blue sky at a hotel resort.
Large hotel water park with pools, water slides, and yellow umbrellas under sunny weather.
Illuminated entrance of Beach Albatros Resort with flags in the evening.
An elegant hotel lobby with chandelier, blue chairs, and city views through large windows.
Modern hotel lobby with gray sofas, round glass tables, and white reception desk.
Modern spa room with two whirlpools, table, and decorative paintings on the walls
Relaxation room with green loungers and massage table, warm lighting and modern design.
Children's playground with climbing frame, slide, and swings next to palm trees and hotel building.
Bright, colorful play area with foosball table, seating groups, and child-friendly decorations.
Round building with colorful decorative figures and palm trees in a sunny outdoor area.
Modern hotel room with two beds, elegant decor, and view of a terrace with garden.
View from a patio with two chairs and table overlooking a garden with palm trees and the sea in the background.
Modern hotel room with sofa, table, and balcony with seating area.
Modern hotel room with bed, sofa, TV, and window with curtains.
Modern bathroom with two sinks, large mirror, and walk-in shower
Balcony with two chairs and a table overlooking pool, palm trees, and hotel building under clear sky.
Hotel room with two single beds, view of pool area and sea through large window
Bright bathroom with glass shower, toilet, and large mirror above a sink vanity.
View from a balcony with two chairs overlooking a pool and the sea in the background.
Modern hotel room with double bed and balcony overlooking the sea.
Bright hotel room with large bed, balcony, and garden view.
Modern hotel room with double bed, balcony, and view of palm trees and sea.
Covered terrace with chairs and table overlooking a garden and hotel building.
Ägypten ∙ Kairo-Luxor-Assuan ∙ Luxor

7 Tage MS Nile Excellence & Ausflug + 5 Tage Beach Albatros

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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 sample cool drinks from the three bars on board. There is also a small bazaar and a cozy reading corner. From Winter 2024/25, the ship will have a small fitness studio, freely accessible to all guests on board. To make your vacation perfect, you can relax on loungers on the sun deck or cool off in the pool while enjoying the breathtaking 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 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 brightly furnished suites (S2) are approximately 24 m² 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 a 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 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, are slightly smaller (approx. 21 m²), and may not have a French balcony and seating area, but rather 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 open decks.
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Booking note: Please note that for flights to/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/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 an equivalent ship may be necessary to ensure the itinerary.
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As the ship offered is a motor vessel, operational noises may occur.
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The ships sometimes dock one behind the other or side-by-side, so it may be necessary to cross over other ships.
It is possible that the ship is not always accessible barrier-free.
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Egypt is the land of Baksheesh: To save you the stress of constant tipping on board, your local tour guide collects an amount of 8 € per person per night on the boat at the beginning of the trip, depending on the ship's category. This sum is used for all the "good spirits" who make your holiday as pleasant as possible and is considered a recommendation from us.
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7 Days MS Nile Excellence & Excursion + 5 Days Beach Albatros

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. If the Nile cruise is booked first, the outward flight must be to Luxor. If the hotel is booked first and then the Nile cruise, the return flight must be from Luxor.
Map

MS Nile Excellence incl. Excursion

Route

The following excursions are automatically included when booking the MS Nile Excellence: 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 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, can be booked 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 the Valley of the Kings (1,2,3). Lunch on board.
Afternoon sailing to Edfu. Dinner and overnight on board.
Day 3:
Morning 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.
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 back to Kom Ombo.
Lunch on board. Overnight and dinner on board.
Day 6:
Breakfast on board. Afterwards, the ship sails on 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 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 always indicated after the excursions in the route:
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 by email to: res.aegypten@schauinsland-reisen.de)
Luxor Temple
Karnak Temple
Hatshepsut Temple
Colossus 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 by email to: res.aegypten@schauinsland-reisen.de)
Day trip by bus to Abu Simbel.
-> Winter season 2025/2026, Summer season 2026: 280 € per person
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Additional excursions to the Classic Plus package are included in the Excursion Package Premium Excellence: (can be booked by 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 sample cool drinks from the three bars on board. There is also a small bazaar and a cozy reading corner. From Winter 2024/25, the ship will have a small fitness studio, freely accessible to all guests on board. To make your vacation perfect, you can relax on loungers on the sun deck or cool off in the pool while enjoying the breathtaking view of the landscape along the Nile.
Deck plan of the Nile cruise ship Nile Excellence showing cabins and facilities.

Accommodation

Suite

The brightly furnished suites (S2) are approximately 24 m² 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 a 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 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, are slightly smaller (approx. 21 m²), and may not have a French balcony and seating area, but rather 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 national alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks are included from 11 AM to 11 PM at the lounge/sundeck bar.
Afternoon coffee, tea, and pastries during the sailing.
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

Massage treatments are offered for additional 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 open decks.
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Booking note: Please note that for flights to/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/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 an equivalent ship may be necessary to ensure the itinerary.
**************************************
As the ship offered is a motor vessel, operational noises may occur.
**************************************
The ships sometimes dock one behind the other or side-by-side, so it may be necessary to cross over other ships.
It is possible that the ship is not always accessible barrier-free.
**************************************
Egypt is the land of Baksheesh: To save you the stress of constant tipping on board, your local tour guide collects an amount of 8 € per person per night on the boat at the beginning of the trip, depending on the ship's category. This sum is used for all the "good spirits" who make your holiday as pleasant as possible and is considered a recommendation from us.
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Tour operator category

5 Suns *****

Beach Albatros Resort

Location

Illuminated entrance of Beach Albatros Resort with flags in the evening.
Spend a wonderful holiday directly on the beach at the popular Beach Albatros Resort, part of the renowned Pickalbatros hotel chain. Enjoy the view of the beautiful Red Sea and be enchanted. The resort is located directly on the fine sandy beach and is considered particularly family-friendly. The center of Hurghada is about 17 km away, and the airport is about 11 km away.

Facilities

This particularly family-friendly resort has 678 rooms spread across a main building and several bungalows. Upper floors can be comfortably reached via the five elevators. The reception hall offers a reception desk and a lobby bar. There are four different buffet restaurants ("L'Asiatique" - Asian, "Le Marche" - international, "Culina" - seafood, "Sidi Ali" - oriental cuisine), one à la carte restaurant, a shisha corner (for a fee), various bars, as well as a hairdresser and boutiques. The "Dolce Vita Lounge Bar," newly opened in Summer 2023, impresses with its luxurious atmosphere and delicious cocktails. In the outdoor area, there is a pool landscape with a total of 9 swimming pools (some heated in winter), four of which have integrated children's areas and one children's pool, 13 slides for adults, and 9 slides for children, ensuring plenty of water fun. Sun loungers, umbrellas, and beach towels are available free of charge at the pools and on the beach.
An elegant hotel lobby with chandelier, blue chairs, and city views through large windows.

Accommodation

Modern hotel room with two beds, elegant decor, and view of a terrace with garden.
View from a patio with two chairs and table overlooking a garden with palm trees and the sea in the background.

Bungalow Garden View

The Bungalow Garden View rooms (BG2) are approximately 30 m² and are equipped with a double bed or two single beds, shower/WC, tiled floor, air conditioning, telephone, safe (incl.), satellite TV, mini-fridge (1 bottle of water per person per day included), kettle, and a balcony or terrace.
Also bookable as Type I rooms (BGI/DEI) with a special price and limited availability.
Available at an additional cost also with pool view (B2O) or for single occupancy (BG1/B1O).

HRGA05: Bungalow

The bungalows are identical in size and amenities to the Garden View Bungalows, but the view may vary (BU/B1B).

Double Superior Pool View

The Double Superior Pool View rooms (DSP) are equipped like the Bungalow Garden View rooms, but are larger (approx. 36 m²) and have a pool view. The rooms can be located in the main building or in the annex buildings.
Also bookable with sea view (DMU).

Modern hotel room with sofa, table, and balcony with seating area.
Modern hotel room with bed, sofa, TV, and window with curtains.
Modern bathroom with two sinks, large mirror, and walk-in shower
Balcony with two chairs and a table overlooking pool, palm trees, and hotel building under clear sky.
Hotel room with two single beds, view of pool area and sea through large window
Bright bathroom with glass shower, toilet, and large mirror above a sink vanity.
View from a balcony with two chairs overlooking a pool and the sea in the background.

Double Room Sea View

The Double Room Sea View (approx. 24 m², DM) have the same amenities as the Bungalow Garden View rooms, additionally feature a sea view and are located in the main building.
Also bookable for single occupancy (DEM).

Super Economy Room

The Super Economy Rooms (SSZ) have the same amenities as the Bungalow Garden View rooms, are distributed throughout the hotel complex, and have a limited contingent.

Modern hotel room with double bed and balcony overlooking the sea.
Bright hotel room with large bed, balcony, and garden view.
Modern hotel room with double bed, balcony, and view of palm trees and sea.
Covered terrace with chairs and table overlooking a garden and hotel building.

Family Room

The Family Rooms (DF2) have the same amenities as the Bungalow Garden View rooms, but are larger (approx. 48 m²), consist of 2 bedrooms and a bathroom, as well as a balcony or terrace.
Also bookable as Type I rooms (DFI) with a special price and limited availability.
Available at an additional cost also with pool view (FP2).

Suite Sea View

The Suites Sea View (S2M) have the same amenities as the Bungalow Garden View rooms, but are more spacious (approx. 48 m²) with a living room/bedroom and a separate bedroom. The rooms are located in the main building.

Meals

All Inclusive

All Inclusive

Breakfast buffet from 7 AM to 10 AM, late breakfast from 7 AM to 10:30 AM, lunch from 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM, and dinner in summer from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM, in winter from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM. Various snacks are always available to satisfy hunger. Afternoon coffee/tea, cake, and pastries. Ice cream for adults and children from 1 PM to 5 PM. All local alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages from 10 AM to 12 AM at the respective open bars. Selected cocktails are included in the All-Inclusive offer free of charge. Alcoholic drinks are charged after 12 AM. Soft drinks, water, and hot beverages are free.

Not included in All Inclusive

Shisha (water pipe), room service, spa treatments.

Sports included

Beach volleyball, fitness center, table tennis, boccia, mini-golf, stretching, dance classes, aqua gymnastics, step aerobics, water polo.

Sports for a fee

Tennis with floodlights, paddle tennis, billiards, various water sports, diving school (local provider).
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Neverland Aqua Park (bookable through the travel agency with request H and service code HRG913):
Unlimited access to the Neverland Aqua Park (consisting of the former Jungle Aqua Park and a newly built slide park in Water Valley) can be booked for an additional fee at many hotels. The park features over 100 different water attractions for both young and old. The price of €70 for adults and €35 for children up to 11 years old (from Summer 2026: €75 for adults and €38 for children) includes daily free entry with snacks and soft drinks, as well as transfer from/to the hotel of stay.

Children's program

For the little guests, there is a separate children's pool (Aqua Fun Pool for kids), hourly kids' club (ages 4-12) 7 days a week, and an adventurous playground.
Children's playground with climbing frame, slide, and swings next to palm trees and hotel building.
Bright, colorful play area with foosball table, seating groups, and child-friendly decorations.
Round building with colorful decorative figures and palm trees in a sunny outdoor area.

Wellness

Modern hotel lobby with gray sofas, round glass tables, and white reception desk.
Modern spa room with two whirlpools, table, and decorative paintings on the walls
Relaxation room with green loungers and massage table, warm lighting and modern design.
Spa area with sauna, steam bath, hammam, and massages (for a fee).

Entertainment

Varied entertainment program during the day and in the evening.
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1001 Nights Neverland Show: (Included once per stay)
The life in Hurghada is illuminated with an evening show that combines music, dance, light, and theater. Experience everything in one evening: international cabaret, pop music, dance show, and traditional oriental music.
All this in the impressive setting of the famous theater in the Palace of Alf Leila Wa Leila-1001 Nights. An evening where the past merges with the present!
As part of the program, a delicious dinner and a varied selection of drinks await you.

Hotel service

Wi-Fi is available free of charge throughout the hotel complex.
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Laundry and room service (both for a fee).
An ATM is available at the hotel.

Credit card

Visa, Mastercard.

Hotel features

  • Internet
  • Children's playground
  • Beachfront
  • Family-friendly
  • Fitness
  • Kids' club/Mini club
  • Air conditioning
  • Hotel safe
  • Sandy beach
  • Animation
  • Water slides
  • Children's pool
  • Massages
  • Sauna
  • Spa
  • Tennis
  • Diving
  • Wi-Fi
  • Shopping
  • Directly on the beach
  • Enhanced hygiene concept

Note

Accessible rooms are available on request (BG2/DM). The hotel is accessible and suitable for wheelchair users.
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When choosing your hotel and arrival airport, please note that especially when combining "Marsa Alam Airport - Hurghada Hotel" and vice versa "Hurghada Airport - Marsa Alam Hotel," considerable distances have to be covered and a long transfer time should be expected. This also applies if this hotel is booked after a Nile cruise.
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Note

SAFAGA ROAD
HURGHADA/EGYPT
TEL: 0020-6534648015
FAX: 0020-973464800

Seasonal information

Additionally bookable under HRGA05.

Tour operator category

4 Suns ****

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Last updated: 22.04.2026 09:22