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7 Tage MS Nile Excellence & Ausflug + 5 Tage Steigenberger ALDAU Beach

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Product information

Combined package of a Nile cruise on the MS Nile Excellence and a beach holiday, including all intermediate transfers. Accommodation in the hotel is always 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.

Cruise details

MS Nile Excellence incl. Excursion

Route/Ship location

When booking the MS Nile Excellence, the following excursions are automatically included: Valley of the Kings, Kom Ombo Temple, and a visit to the High Dam in Aswan.
The excursion packages listed below can of course still be booked.
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Embarkation: Thursday.
Depending on the embarkation day, the route may vary.
Route:
Day 1:
Arrival and embarkation. Visit to the Luxor Museum (3) in the afternoon. Dinner and overnight on board in Luxor.
Day 2:
A balloon ride is possible at 5 AM (optional, bookable locally).
In the morning, after breakfast, excursion to Thebes-West to the Temple of Hatshepsut (1,2,3) with a visit to the Colossi of Memnon (1,2,3). Visit to the Valley of the Kings (1,2,3). Lunch on board.
Sailing to Edfu in the afternoon. Dinner and overnight on board.
Day 3:
Continue sailing to Kom Ombo in the morning.
Lunch on board and visit to the double temple (1,2,3).
Continue sailing to Aswan, dinner and overnight on board.
Day 4:
In the morning after breakfast, visit the Aswan High Dam (1,2,3).
Then visit the Temple of Philae by motorboat (1,2,3). Lunch on board.
In the afternoon, felucca ride on the Nile (1,2,3).
Then visit a Nubian village (3).
Dinner and overnight on board.
Day 5:
Early in the morning at 3:30 AM, opportunity for an excursion to Abu Simbel by bus (2,3), breakfast package included.
Then it's back to Kom Ombo.
Lunch on board. Overnight and dinner on board.
Day 6:
Breakfast on board. The ship then continues 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 continues 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 option for a sound and light show at Karnak Temple (optional, can be booked locally).
Day 8:
Departure.
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The excursions listed in the route are not included.
There is a German-speaking guide on board for the excursions.
The excursion package each excursion belongs to is always indicated behind 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 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
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: (bookable via 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: (bookable via email to: res.aegypten@schauinsland-reisen.de)
Luxor Museum
Nubian Village in Aswan
-> Winter season 2025/2026, Summer season 2026: €333 per person
The MS Nile Excellence has a total of 30 modernly furnished exterior cabins spread across several decks. The reception area is bright and elegantly designed and features a reception desk. Enjoy culinary delights in the main restaurant and savor refreshing drinks from the three bars on board. Additionally, a small bazaar and a cozy reading corner are available. Starting from Winter 2024/25, the ship will feature a small fitness studio, freely accessible to all guests on board. To make your vacation perfect, you can relax on loungers on the sun deck or cool off in the pool while enjoying the dreamlike 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 friendly furnished suites (S2) are approx. 24 sqm 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 bookable for single occupancy (1SA).

Royal Suite

The Royal Suites (RS) have the same amenities as the suites but are larger (approx. 37 sqm). The Royal Suites are located on the middle and upper decks.
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 sqm and otherwise equipped like the suites, but with only one single bed and no seating area.

Economy Suite

The economy suites (S2Z) are somewhat smaller (approx. 21 sqm) than the suites with otherwise the same amenities, 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 check point.
Check-in time: 12:00 PM
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Smoking is only permitted on the outer decks.
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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 change. In very rare cases, bus transfers or accommodation on a ship of equivalent standard may be necessary to ensure the itinerary.
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As the ship offered is a motor vessel, 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 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 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 Steigenberger ALDAU Beach

Combined package of a Nile cruise on the MS Nile Excellence and a beach holiday, including all intermediate transfers. Accommodation in the hotel is always 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

Location

The Steigenberger ALDAU Beach Hotel, particularly popular with regular guests, is located on Hurghada's first beach line on one of the region's most popular coastal stretches. The generously designed complex is situated on a 400-meter-long private sandy beach with turquoise waters. Together with its two Steigenberger sister hotels, the resort is located directly on the "ALDAU Art Promenade" with various shops, restaurants, and the Elements Club & Lounge. The lively town center of Hurghada, the well-known "Sakalla," is about 10 km away. Hurghada Airport is approximately 6 km away.
Spacious garden area with palm trees, paths, and buildings in a holiday resort at sunset.
Clear turquoise water with white sandy beach and hotels in the background under a blue sky.
A couple relaxes on the bow of a white boat in clear turquoise water with a resort in the background.
Large hotel building at sunset with lit pathways and palm trees.
Couple in swimwear walking along sandy beach with sea and umbrellas in the background.

Facilities

Bright hotel lounge with large windows, seating areas, and two guests at a table.
Large pool with sunshades and palm trees at a hotel resort under clear sky.
A stylish couple in formal attire walks past bright light decorations in a modern courtyard.
Spacious hotel lobby with bright marble floors, multiple seating areas, and tall columns.
Cozy hotel bar with tall chairs and large window overlooking the city.
Elegant hotel bar with leather seats and soft lighting at night.
Modern hotel restaurant with wooden tables and black chairs, elegantly set in a bright atmosphere.
The generously designed hotel is equipped with over 400 modern suites, most of which have a direct sea view. You can expect a luxurious and openly designed lobby with a reception area, seating, and two lobby bars. In the outdoor area of the complex, there is an extensive pool landscape of over 5,000m³ with a "Lazy River" over 400 meters long winding through the complex, as well as a seawater pool (heated) and a "Jacuzzi Island" (for ages 16+). Sun loungers, towels, and umbrellas are available free of charge for guests at the pool and on the beach. A selection of five different bars and seven diverse restaurants ensures culinary enjoyment. A 1000 m² thalasso spa and wellness center is available for your relaxation. The hotel's own 9-hole par-3 golf course boasts an attractive landscape and various water hazards. Divers and water sports enthusiasts will find the hotel's own Ilios Dive Club/Aqua Center. The aquapark at the sister hotel "Steigenberger Aqua Magic" is included for all ages (snacks and local drinks included). Unlimited Wi-Fi is available throughout the entire complex.

Accommodation

Superior Suite Sea View

The Superior Suites (DM2/DAM approx. 50 sqm) have a sea view. The rooms are equipped with a bathroom with a separate shower/WC, hairdryer, individually adjustable air conditioning, RFID door lock, minibar (with daily refill of water and soft drinks), limited Wi-Fi for max. 2 devices per room, espresso machine, coffee and tea station with daily refill (each free of charge), telephone, safe, satellite TV (large flat screen), balcony with chaiselongue.
Also bookable as a double room for single use (DM1).

Bright hotel room with large bed, two armchairs, table, and decorative partitions.
Bright hotel room with large bed, two armchairs, table, and decorative partitions.

Superior Suite Sea View 4th Floor

The schauinsland-reisen original rooms (DLM) have the same amenities as the Superior Suite Sea View, are guaranteed to be on the 4th floor, and thus offer a breathtaking sea view.
Also bookable on the 5th floor (DDM).

Family Suite Sea View

The Family Suites (F2M/FA2) have the same amenities as the Superior Suites but are larger (approx. 55 sqm) with a sofa bed, limited Wi-Fi for max. 2 devices per room, and sea view.

Modern hotel room with large bed, seating area, and balcony overlooking trees.
Living room with rattan furniture and balcony overlooking the sea in daylight
Brightly furnished hotel room with double bed, sitting area, and balcony with sea view.

Junior Suite Sea View

The Junior Suites (J2M, approx. 74 sqm) consist of one large room, have a sea view, and offer the following amenities: a comfortable lounge area with a chaise longue or rocking chairs, safe, marble floor, dressing area, and a balcony with sun loungers.
Additionally, the following amenities are included when booking Junior Suites:
- Personal check-in/check-out
- Daily free refill of the minibar with local soft drinks
- Free entry to the spa area (reservation required)
- Unlimited Wi-Fi (3 devices per room)

Elite Suite

The Elite Suites (EL2, ELA) have the same amenities as the Superior Suites but additionally offer the following services: Personal check-in/out, as well as late check-out until 4 PM (subject to availability), daily free refill of the minibar with local soft drinks, free entry to the spa area (reservation required), limited Wi-Fi (2 devices per room). The rooms face the golf course and have a sea view.

Modern hotel room with two double beds and balcony overlooking the sea.

Elite Family Suite

The Elite Family Suite (EFM) has the same amenities as the Superior Suite but is larger and additionally offers the following services: Personal check-in/out, as well as late check-out until 4 PM (subject to availability), daily free refill of the minibar with local soft drinks, free entry to the spa area (reservation required), limited Wi-Fi (2 devices per room).

Modern living room with large windows, sofa, and an adjacent bedroom.
Modern dining area with round table, four chairs, and colorful wall art in a neutral room.
Bright hotel room with large bed, balcony, and built-in whirlpool in the foreground.

The View Suite

The View Suite (S2) is approx. 115 sqm and is equipped with an open-plan bathroom with shower and whirlpool, separate WC, a separate guest WC, RFID door lock, an open living area, a bedroom, limited Wi-Fi for max. 3 devices per room, an espresso machine, and a large balcony with loungers and seating. The suites have a sea view. The rooms are adults-only.

Executive Suite

The Executive Suites (2DS), consisting of one large room, are approx. 59 sqm and additionally feature a dining table, dressing area, limited Wi-Fi for max. 3 devices per room, an espresso machine, and a balcony with sun loungers and sea view.

Brightly furnished hotel room with a large bed and balcony overlooking the sea.
Modern hotel room with large bed, seating area, and balcony with sea view.
Bright living room with glass dining table, chairs, and sofa by large windows.

Deluxe Suite

The Deluxe Suites (SDM) are approx. 142 sqm and feature a bedroom and a separate living area. In addition, the Deluxe Suites have a dressing area and two balconies, each with a table and two chairs, offering a beautiful view of the Red Sea.
Additionally, the following amenities are included when booking Deluxe Suites:
- Personal check-in/check-out
- Daily free refill of the minibar with local soft drinks
- Free entry to the spa area (reservation required)
- Limited Wi-Fi (3 devices per room)

Standard Suite

The Standard Suites (SSZ) offer the same amenities as the Superior Suites, but have a limited quota and no sea view.

Elegant hotel room with large bed, seating area, and balcony with sea view.

Superior Suite Pool or Garden View

The Superior Suites (POS) are 50 sqm and have the same amenities as the Superior Suite Sea View, with a pool or garden view.

Meals

All Inclusive

All Inclusive

Enjoy your breakfast (7-10:30 AM), lunch (1-4 PM), and dinner (6:30-10 PM in summer and 6-10 PM in winter) buffet style, with changing themed buffets in the evening, at the main restaurant "Tamarind". Alternatively, for lunch, the "Bwala Pool Restaurant and Bar" offers a lunch menu from 1-5 PM, or the "Tanga Beach Restaurant and Bar" offers a lunch buffet from 12-3 PM and a lunch menu from 1-4 PM. For dinner, in addition to the main restaurant, the following seven à la carte restaurants offer a selection of delicacies once a week (reservations required in advance): "Bwala Pool Restaurant and Bar" with Mediterranean cuisine, "Tanga Beach Restaurant and Bar" with oriental cuisine, "Alex Beach Club and Restaurant-Adults Only" with modern fusion cuisine, 3 restaurants in "S-Square" on the ALDAU Art Promenade with e.g. Asian cuisine. Local alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks are served around the clock at the respective open bar. The five bars include, among others, "Karibu Lobby Lounge" with a selection of snacks, sandwiches, and cakes, "Ukumbi Lobby Bar", "Bwala Pool Bar", "Tanga Beach Restaurant and Bar", and "Dewan Café". In your room, you will find a fruit platter upon arrival and a daily refill of the minibar with local soft drinks. The aquapark of the sister hotel "Steigenberger Aqua Magic" can be used from 10 AM to 5 PM (from Summer 25 from 9 AM to 5 PM). Food and drinks are included there as well.

Not included in All Inclusive

Fresh juices, imported alcoholic beverages, shisha.

Ultra All Inclusive

As part of the Ultra All Inclusive, you will enjoy personalized VIP check-in and personal butler service throughout your entire stay. Furthermore, a selection of premium spirits, including imported international beverages, is offered. Additionally, an extended gourmet option of delicious dishes in the à la carte restaurants for lunch and dinner with unlimited visits and individual reservations by the butler service is included. Your minibar will be refilled daily with soft drinks and beer, and you will also receive a 20-minute relaxation massage at the Pure Spa once per stay. Also included: 25% discount on room service, unlimited laundry service during your stay, luxurious bathroom amenities, free entry to the Elements Club & Lounge with a 25% discount on food and local drinks. At the bars, you are entitled to free soft drinks, freshly squeezed juices, canned juices, coffee and tea, beer, local wines and sparkling wine, as well as a selection of high-quality local and branded spirits.

Sports Included

Fitness studio (24 hours, use from 16 years), approx. 1.5 kilometer jogging & Nordic walking track, table tennis, darts, table football, and billiards (depending on opening hours). Unlimited bicycle rental on the hotel grounds (from 9 AM until sunset). Beach volleyball, beach tennis, circle workout, water/step/aerobics, Pilates, yoga, water polo, CrossFit, darts, boccia.
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Unlimited free entry (daily from 10 AM to 5 PM, from Summer 25 from 9 AM to 5 PM) to the aquapark of the neighboring hotel "Steigenberger Aqua Magic":
The aquapark has 6 slides (minimum height 1.20m), including a free-fall slide.
Local drinks and food in the aquapark are also included.
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Sports included in Ultra All Inclusive:
Introductory surfing and diving, golf green fee/putting green (2x weekly with advance booking/daytime, including clubs), pedal boat and canoe (daily for 30 minutes), billiards, introductory golf lesson with golf pro.
For experienced golfers (unlimited handicap), the 9-hole par-3 golf course with clubs is included (subject to availability with advance reservation, balls and floodlights are at an extra charge).

Sports for a Fee

Beach diving school with various water sports activities (external provider) and golf rounds.

Children's Program

Pool area with water mushroom and lounge chairs in a sunny resort with palm trees
Hotel water park with pirate ship and water slides in front of the building
Hotel pool with multiple water slides and sun loungers in sunny weather
A pirate ship with white sails in a pool on a sunny day.
For the little guests, there is a kids' club (4-12 years) with a separate pool (heated in winter), a playground, mini disco, and baby cots (subject to availability). High chairs and children's menus (on request) are available in the restaurant.

Wellness

Pure Spa on over 1,000m² with sauna, Turkish bath, saltwater whirlpool. Also massages and treatments. Treatments and facilities are available for a fee.
Indoor pool with whirlpool and glass windows overlooking a green landscape
Bright, modern hotel room with white sofas, wooden tables, and decorative screens.
Bright wellness room with massage table, modern wooden elements, and indirect lighting
Two treatment beds with blue towels in a soothing spa room.

Entertainment

Daytime and evening animation and entertainment program. Free entry to the Elements Club & Lounge on the ALDAU Art Promenade and 25% discount on food and local drinks (open from 6 PM).

Hotel Service

Wi-Fi is available free of charge throughout the complex and in the rooms.
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Laundry service: free cleaning of 5 items of clothing per person/stay.
Currency exchange machine, laundry service, shoe shining service, luggage service, business center.

Credit Card

Mastercard, Visacard, American Express.

Hotel features

  • Luxury Travelers
  • Spa
  • Diving
  • Internet
  • Children's Playground
  • Wi-Fi
  • Sauna
  • Massages
  • Bicycle Rental
  • Fitness
  • Air Conditioning
  • Hotel Safe
  • Sandy Beach
  • Indoor Pool
  • Kids Club/Mini Club
  • Children's Pool
  • Tennis
  • Golf
  • Shopping Facilities
  • Direct Beach Location
  • Extended Hygiene Concept

Note

The hotel is particularly well-suited for wheelchair users. There are also 4 accessible rooms available (Superior Suite Sea View/DM2/DM1/DMK).
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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," considerable 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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YUSSIF AFIFI ROAD
8411 HURGHADA
EGYPT
0020-653465400
0020-653465410

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Last updated: 10.03.2026 17:19