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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.
View of a beach with sun umbrellas and pool areas in a hotel complex by the sea.
Modern outdoor bar area with yellow canopy and waterfront view
Hotel complex with pools, palm trees, and clear ocean view under blue sky.
Rooftop terrace with seating areas and fire pit at sunset overlooking the sea.
Modern hotel courtyard with outdoor pool, blue chairs, and tables under white canopies.
Modern outdoor area with comfortable seating, hanging chair, and a view of the sea.
Outdoor pool with white chairs and tables under palm trees in front of Olympus Bay hotel under clear sky.
Water playground with colorful slides and water fountains in a hotel pool under clear sky.
Large hotel pool with lounge chairs and multi-story buildings under blue sky
A colorful outdoor playground with climbing structures and slides under clear skies.
Large hotel with multiple pools and colorful children's playground outdoors.
Waterpark with castle tower water slides in a hotel pool under clear sky
Modern hotel room with balcony, desk, chair, and colorful rug.
Modern restaurant with geometric ceiling pattern and stylish wooden furniture in rich red lighting.
Beach resort with umbrellas, loungers, and a well-maintained garden area with pools and seating.
Spacious hotel lobby with marble floor, central fountain, and modern seating under bright glass roof.
Bright hotel restaurant with orange chairs and round marble tables.
Bright, modern restaurant with wooden furniture and large windows overlooking the outdoor area.
Modern restaurant with red ceiling, numerous tables, and large windows overlooking outside.
Bright and modern hotel restaurant with wooden tables and black chairs.
Bright restaurant with large arched windows overlooking water and boats.
Modern pool area with white chairs and tables next to a swimming pool and bar.
Modern gym with various workout equipment, dumbbells, and treadmills in a bright room.
A basketball court with blue and red flooring, surrounded by fences and buildings in the background.
Mini golf course with colorful lanes, surrounded by grass and palm trees under a blue sky.
Modern hotel lobby with elegant seating areas and appealing lighting.
A modern spa with two massage tables, a sofa, and ambient lighting.
Treatment room with two massage tables, soft lighting, and soothing ambiance.
Colorful kids' daycare facility in front of a hotel with a welcoming entrance.
Colorful children's playroom with tables, chairs, and toys on a colorful floor.
Colorful playground with slides and climbing structures in front of a hotel building.
Playground with colorful slides and climbing equipment on green grass under blue sky
Colorful water park with slides and water features under clear sunny sky.
A water park with a castle and two water slides in a pool under clear sky.
Children's water playground with pirate ship and slide in a hotel pool at sunset.
Hotel room with two single beds, wooden floor, and balcony overlooking courtyard.
Modern bathroom with vanity, round sink, and frosted glass sliding door.
Ägypten ∙ Kairo-Luxor-Assuan ∙ Luxor

7 Tage MS Nile Excellence & Ausflug + 7 Tage Pickalbatros White Beach

H146E7

Cruise details

MS Nile Excellence incl. Excursion

The MS Nile Excellence has a total of 30 modern, individually furnished outside cabins spread across several decks. The reception area is bright and elegantly designed and includes a reception desk. Indulge in culinary delights in the main restaurant and enjoy cool drinks served by the three bars on board. Furthermore, a small bazaar and a cozy reading corner are available. 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 the 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 as a buffet or 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 approx. 24 sqm 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 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.
In the Royal Suites, the balcony also includes a small table and two chairs.

Single Suite

The single suites (S1) are approx. 13 sqm and otherwise equipped the same as the suites, but with only one single bed without a seating area.

Economy Suite

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

Hotel notice

Ship's address:
Blue Sky Dock – beside Baghdadi Police check point.
Check-in time: 12 PM
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Smoking is only permitted on the outer decks.
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Booking note: Please note that if you fly to/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 if you fly 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, the itinerary may change. In very rare cases, bus transfers or accommodation on a ship of equal value 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 is not always 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 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 sum is used for all the "good spirits" who make your vacation as pleasant as possible and is considered a recommendation from us.
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7 Days MS Nile Excellence & Excursion + 7 Days Pickalbatros White Beach

Combined product of a Nile cruise on 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 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

Itinerary

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.
Of course, the excursion packages listed below can still be booked.
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Embarkation: Thursday.
Depending on the embarkation day, the route may vary.
Itinerary:
Day 1:
Arrival and embarkation. Afternoon visit to the Luxor Museum (3). Dinner and overnight on board in Luxor.
Day 2:
A hot air balloon ride is possible at 5 am (optional, bookable on site).
In the morning, after breakfast, excursion to Thebes-West to the Temple of Hatshepsut (1,2,3) with a visit to the Colossi of Memnon (1,2,3). Visit to the Valley of the Kings (1,2,3). Lunch on board.
In the afternoon, sail to Edfu. Dinner and overnight on board.
Day 3:
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 sails on to Esna. Dinner and overnight on board.
Day 7:
Breakfast. You then have the opportunity to visit the Temple of Edfu (1,2,3).
The ship then 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 itinerary are not included.
There is a German-speaking guide on board for the excursions.
The excursion packages in which each excursion is located are indicated behind the excursions in the itinerary:
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 via email to: res.aegypten@schauinsland-reisen.de)
Luxor Temple
Karnak Temple
Temple of Hatshepsut
Colossus of Memnon in Luxor
Temple of Edfu
Felucca ride
Temple of Philae
-> Winter season 2025/2026, Summer season 2026: 155 € p.p.
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Additional excursions to the Classic Package are included in the Excursion Package Classic Plus Excellence: (can be booked via email to: res.aegypten@schauinsland-reisen.de)
Day trip by bus to Abu Simbel.
-> Winter season 2025/2026, Summer season 2026: 280 € p.p.
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Additional excursions to the Classic Plus Package are included in the Excursion Package Premium Excellence: (can be booked via email to: res.aegypten@schauinsland-reisen.de)
Luxor Museum
Nubian Village in Aswan
-> Winter season 2025/2026, Summer season 2026: 333 € p.p.

Facilities

The MS Nile Excellence has a total of 30 modern, individually furnished outside cabins spread across several decks. The reception area is bright and elegantly designed and includes a reception desk. Indulge in culinary delights in the main restaurant and enjoy cool drinks served by the three bars on board. Furthermore, a small bazaar and a cozy reading corner are available. 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 the 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.

Accommodation

Suite

The brightly furnished suites (S2) are approx. 24 sqm 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 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.
In the Royal Suites, the balcony also includes a small table and two chairs.

Single Suite

The single suites (S1) are approx. 13 sqm and otherwise equipped the same as the suites, but with only one single bed without a seating area.

Economy Suite

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

Meals

Full Board

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner as a buffet or 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 in buffet form. Selected local alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks included from 11 am to 11 pm at the lounge/sun deck bar.
Afternoon coffee, tea, and pastries during the journey.
Daily replenishment of the minibar with 2 small bottles of water. The minibar will be stocked with soft drinks once a week.
Fruit basket in the cabin once a week.

Not included in All Inclusive

International/imported alcoholic beverages.

Sports included

There is a small fitness area on deck.

Wellness

Massage treatments are 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 room 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 check point.
Check-in time: 12 PM
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Smoking is only permitted on the outer decks.
**************************************
Booking note: Please note that if you fly to/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 if you fly to/from Luxor.
**************************************
The transfer time from Hurghada or Marsa Alam is 7-8 hours depending on the hotel's location.
**************************************
Due to seasonal low water levels of the Nile, or due to congestion or maintenance of the Esna locks, the itinerary may change. In very rare cases, bus transfers or accommodation on a ship of equal value may be 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 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 constantly giving tips 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 sum is used for all the "good spirits" who make your vacation as pleasant as possible and is considered a recommendation from us.
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Tour operator category

5 Suns *****

Pickalbatros White Beach Resort

Location

Beach resort with umbrellas, loungers, and a well-maintained garden area with pools and seating.
The luxurious resort promises holiday dreams under the Egyptian sun. The hotel is located directly on the hotel's own, gently sloping sandy beach and the popular promenade of the tourist resort of Hurghada. Start your holiday with a morning stroll along the beautiful, long beach and enjoy the sunrise. The hotel offers numerous activities and an impressive pool landscape, ensuring plenty of water fun. In the immediate vicinity of the resort, you will find a variety of great shopping and entertainment opportunities, as well as the city center, which invites you to stroll. Hurghada Airport is approx. 9 km away.

Facilities

The holiday complex consists of 473 rooms, spread across a main building and 2 side wings. The complex has a spacious, friendly lobby with a reception and several bars and shops. For your culinary enjoyment, there is a Chinese restaurant "L'Asiatique", an à la carte restaurant "Wow" (included once per stay), an Italian restaurant "Soprano", an oriental restaurant "Saffron", and a beach bar with snacks. Outdoors, between the main building and the beach, there is a spacious pool landscape with 4 children's pools (heated in winter) with water slides and 2 adult pools (one heated in winter). Sun loungers, umbrellas, and beach towels are included by the pool and on the beach.
Spacious hotel lobby with marble floor, central fountain, and modern seating under bright glass roof.
Bright hotel restaurant with orange chairs and round marble tables.
Bright, modern restaurant with wooden furniture and large windows overlooking the outdoor area.
Modern restaurant with red ceiling, numerous tables, and large windows overlooking outside.
Modern outdoor bar area with yellow canopy and waterfront view
Bright and modern hotel restaurant with wooden tables and black chairs.
Bright restaurant with large arched windows overlooking water and boats.
Modern pool area with white chairs and tables next to a swimming pool and bar.

Accommodation

Hotel room with two single beds, wooden floor, and balcony overlooking courtyard.
Modern bathroom with vanity, round sink, and frosted glass sliding door.

Deluxe Double Room Pool View

The comfortably furnished Deluxe Double Pool View rooms (PD) are approx. 40 sqm and equipped with air conditioning, shower/WC or bath and shower/WC, hairdryer, telephone, satellite TV, safe, coffee/tea maker, Wi-Fi, minibar (daily water replenishment), and balcony or terrace.
Also bookable as type I (PID/PIE). Limited quota and special price.
Also available with sea view (DM) or side sea view (DMS) or for single use (PDE/DEM/DES).
(Also bookable under HRGA23 as double (DM) or single (EM).)

Deluxe Double Room (HRGA23)

These double rooms deluxe have the same amenities, but the view is not specified (DD2/1DD).

Executive Double Room Sea View

The Executive Double Room Sea View rooms (EXM) have the same amenities as the Deluxe Double Pool View rooms, but are larger and have a sea view.
The rooms can also be booked for 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.
Also bookable under BXM, but limited quota and special price.

Family Room Connecting Door

The Family Rooms with connecting door (FAV) consist of two rooms with a connecting door.

Junior Suite

The Junior Suites (JS2) have the same amenities as the double rooms, but are more spacious (approx. 70 sqm) and offer a combined living/sleeping area and a whirlpool. The Junior Suites have a pool view.
Also bookable with sea view (J2M).
(Also bookable under HRGA23 (J2P) or with sea view (J2M).)

Deluxe Double Room Pool/Garden View (HRGA23)

The rooms have the same amenities as the double rooms.

Meals

All Inclusive

All Inclusive

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner in buffet form. Once per stay, a visit to the à la carte restaurant is included. Snacks are available at the beach bar during the day, and coffee, tea, and cake from 12 pm to 5 pm, and at the bakery in the lobby bar from 10 am to 10 pm. Ice cream for children from 10 am to 5 pm. Local alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks are included from 10 am to 12 am at the respective open bar. Selected cocktails are already included in the all-inclusive offer at no extra charge.

Sports included

Fitness room, table tennis, mini golf, darts, multi-sport court, beach volleyball.
Modern gym with various workout equipment, dumbbells, and treadmills in a bright room.
A basketball court with blue and red flooring, surrounded by fences and buildings in the background.
Mini golf course with colorful lanes, surrounded by grass and palm trees under a blue sky.

Sports for a fee

German-speaking diving school, aqua center, windsurfing, billiards.
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Neverland Aqua Park (bookable through travel agencies with request H and service code HRG946):
Unlimited access to Neverland Aqua Park (consisting of the former Jungle Aqua Park and a newly built slide park in Water Valley) can be booked for a fee at many hotels. The park includes over 100 different water attractions for 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 residence.

Children's program

Colorful kids' daycare facility in front of a hotel with a welcoming entrance.
Colorful children's playroom with tables, chairs, and toys on a colorful floor.
Colorful playground with slides and climbing structures in front of a hotel building.
Playground with colorful slides and climbing equipment on green grass under blue sky
Colorful water park with slides and water features under clear sunny sky.
A water park with a castle and two water slides in a pool under clear sky.
Children's water playground with pirate ship and slide in a hotel pool at sunset.
For the little guests, there is a mini club (4-12 years), a playground, and various water slides.

Wellness

Massages, sauna, whirlpool, steam bath (each for a fee).
Modern hotel lobby with elegant seating areas and appealing lighting.
A modern spa with two massage tables, a sofa, and ambient lighting.
Treatment room with two massage tables, soft lighting, and soothing ambiance.

Entertainment

Animation and evening entertainment with shows.
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Neverland Show: (Included once per stay)
The life in Hurghada is illuminated with an evening program that combines music, dance, light, and theater. Experience it all 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 and in the rooms.
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Hairdresser, doctor, and laundry service (each for a fee).
Currency exchange.

Credit Card

Visa and Mastercard.

Hotel features

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

Note

When choosing your hotel and destination airport, please note that particularly when combining "Marsa Alam Airport - Hurghada Hotel" and vice versa "Hurghada Airport - Marsa Alam Hotel", considerable distances may 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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Barrier-free hotel complex. 4 barrier-free rooms bookable on request (Deluxe Double Room Pool View/PD/PDK/PDE/PID/PIE).
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Seasonal Information

Additionally bookable under HRGA23.

Tour operator category

5 Suns *****

Country category

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Last updated: 22.04.2026 09:42