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3 Tage Fort Arabesque + 7 Tage MS Lady Carol

Large cruise ship on calm river under clear sky.

Modern, elegant interior with white stairs and glass railings in a hotel.

Modern hotel waiting area with orange sofa, plants, and staircase to upper floor.

Elegant lounge area with wooden floor and comfortable seating in warm lighting.

Elegant, cozy lounge area with sofas, armchairs, and modern lighting.

Elegant restaurant with set tables, comfortable chairs, and wooden flooring.

Elegant restaurant with tables, orange chairs, and wooden flooring.

Modern hotel room with double bed, seating area, and balcony with outdoor view.

Hotel room with two single beds, armchairs, and river view through large windows

Modern shower with glass partition next to a toilet in a minimalist bathroom.

Modern small bathroom with oval sink, round mirror, and toilet paper holder.

Large covered terrace with multiple tables and chairs in a relaxed atmosphere.

Modern hot tub area with sun umbrellas and lounge chairs under clear daylight.

Rooftop terrace with lounge chairs and decorative potted plants under clear sky.

Small gym room with two treadmills, two exercise bikes, and a large mirror.

Relaxation room with massage table and sauna in bright, modern design.

Modern white-lit reception desk in elegant hotel interior with floral decoration.

Cozy seating area with cushions on a terrace overlooking water and lounge chairs.

Small hotel room with a single bed, desk, TV, and closed curtains.

Aerial view of a beach with umbrellas and resorts by the sea.

Aerial view of a beach with many sun umbrellas and clear water next to a resort

Aerial view of a resort with multiple pools, palm trees, and vacation homes at sunset.

Bright, spacious hotel lounge with large windows, seating areas, and a chandelier.

Empty tables and chairs under umbrellas on a beach with sea view and flowers in the foreground.

Seating area on terrace overlooking sandy beach, sun umbrellas, and calm sea under clear blue sky.

Covered outdoor restaurant terrace with tables, chairs, and a view of palm trees and lawn.

Hotel building with green lawn and palm trees under clear blue sky

View of a manicured garden with palm trees and the sea in the background under clear sky.

Cozy dining area with high tables, stools, and wooden spoon wall decorations.

Bright lounge with white armchairs and green plants in front of large windows overlooking nature.

Woman relaxing in pool with blurred horizon view at sunset.

Outdoor dining area with set table and sea view under clear sky

Modern restaurant with large tropical leaf mural and stylish white tables and chairs.

Terrace area of a café with white tables, gray chairs, and a view of palm trees.

Elegant restaurant with wooden tables, chairs, and large wall mirror in hotel.

Beach bar with tables, palm trees, and a sea view at sunset.

Cozy hammock with cushions under a sunshade by the beach.

Bright hotel room with two beds, large window, desk, and chair.

Bright hotel room with two beds, sofa, and minimalist decor.

Brightly furnished hotel room with two double beds and balcony access.

Balcony with rattan chairs and table overlooking palm trees under a blue sky.

Bright hotel room with two beds, TV, wooden furniture, and cozy lighting.

Hotel room with two double beds, rugs on the floor, and balcony view with trees.

Bright hotel room with two beds, seating area, and decorative wall lighting.

Modern hotel room with two beds and a view of a balcony.

Cozy hotel room with double bed, sofa, table, and large curtains on the window.

Modern bathroom mirror with illuminated frame above a sink and white stool.

Bright hotel room with large bed, sofa, desk, and colorful baby crib.

Bright hotel room with two beds, desk, dining table, and balcony access.

Modern hotel room with double bed, blue blanket, armchairs, and balcony view with palm trees.

Bright hotel room with two large beds, rugs, and balcony access

Modern hotel room with two beds, sofas, lamps, and a coffee table with a fruit bowl.

Bright hotel room with two double beds, nightstands, lamps, and balcony with view.

Modern bathroom with sink, large mirror, and illuminated shower area.

Hotel room with two large beds, desk, and balcony overlooking palm trees.

Modern hotel room with large bed, nightstand, armchair, and soft lighting.

Modern illuminated closet with safe and shelves in a hotel room

Modern bathroom with double sinks and large glass shower in neutral tones.

White hotel with clear blue pool and well-kept garden under clear sky.

An infinity pool with sun loungers, tropical plants, and sea view under clear sky.

Modern hotel with white architecture and large outdoor pool under blue sky.

Brightly furnished hotel room with double bed, TV, and balcony.

Modern bathroom with shower, sink, bidet, and toilet in a hotel room.

Bright living room with tall windows, cozy seating area, and rug in front of the patio door.

Modern hotel lounge area with stylish seating and central coffee table under a coffered ceiling with lights.

Indoor area with hot tub, wooden floor, waterfall feature, surrounded by plants.

Shower area with multiple rain shower heads and wooden beams on the ceiling in a luxurious bathroom.

Hotel reception with illuminated marble or onyx desk and three framed pictures on the wall.

Modern hotel room with wooden ceiling, two single beds, and glass door shower.

A bright massage room with two massage tables and large windows overlooking outside.

Modern bathroom with dark stone wall, wooden ceiling, and large mirror

Ägypten ∙ Kairo-Luxor-Assuan ∙ Luxor

3 Tage Fort Arabesque + 7 Tage MS Lady Carol

H1473C

Product information

Combined product consisting of a Nile cruise on the MS Lady Carol 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.

Cruise details

MS Lady Carol

Route/Ship location

Embarkation: Thursday
Depending on the embarkation day, the route may vary.
Route:.
Day 1:
Arrival and embarkation. Afternoon visit to the Luxor Museum (3). Dinner and overnight on board in Luxor.
Day 2:
Visit to the East Bank in Luxor. At 5 AM, optional hot air balloon excursion (can be booked locally).
Breakfast, visit to the East Bank, Karnak Temple, and Luxor Temple (1,2,3).
Lunch on board.
Dinner and overnight on board in Luxor.
Day 3:
Visit to the West Bank. 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.
Late evening departure to Esna. Dinner and overnight on board.
Day 4:
Continue sailing from Esna.
Then continue to Aswan, where you will spend the night.
Lunch and dinner, as well as overnight accommodation on board.
Day 5:
In the morning after breakfast, visit the Aswan High Dam and the Old Dam in Aswan (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 an opportunity for a visit to a Nubian village, with the desert on one side and the Nile on the other (3).
Dinner and overnight on board.
Day 6:
You have the opportunity to explore Abu Simbel (2,3). Sail to Kom Ombo with a visit to the Temple of Kom Ombo (1,2,3). Dinner and overnight on board.
Day 7:
Continue sailing to Esna and visit the Temple of Edfu (1,2,3). Overnight on board.
Day 8:
Arrival in Luxor. 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 excursions in the itinerary indicate which excursion package they are part of:
Excursion Package Classic=1
Excursion Package Classic Plus=2
Excursion Package Premium=3
The excursion packages can be booked as an option. Entrance fees are included in the excursion packages.
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Excursion Package Classic (bookable with arrival: KW Service: NILKLASS)
Luxor Temple
Karnak Temple
Hatshepsut Temple
Valley of the Kings in Luxor
Colossi of Memnon
Temple of Edfu
Temple of Kom Ombo
Aswan High Dam
Felucca ride
Philae Temple
-> Winter season 2025/2026, Summer season 2026: 305.- € p.p.
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Additional excursions to the Excursion Package Classic are included in Excursion Package Classic Plus: (bookable with arrival: KW Service: NILKLASSP)
Day trip by bus to Abu Simbel.
-> Winter season 2025/2026, Summer season 2026: 429.- € p.p.
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Additional excursions to Excursion Package Classic Plus are included in Excursion Package Premium: (bookable with arrival: KW Service: NILPREMIUM)
Luxor Museum
Nubian Village in Aswan
-> Winter season 2025/2026, Summer season 2026: 482.- p.p.

The ship has a friendly reception and a total of 72 beautiful exterior cabins spread across several decks. The main restaurant serves delicious meals. This is complemented by a cozy lounge bar. A small bazaar invites you to stroll and browse. On the spacious sun deck, there is a large pool and a bar. Bath towels are included on board.

Meals

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

Entertainment

Occasional evening entertainment with folklore.

Cabins

The tastefully furnished cabins (K2) are approx. 19 sqm and have a bathroom with bath/WC, hairdryer, telephone, satellite TV, video system, air conditioning, minibar, and safe.
Cabins are also available for single use (K1 or KA1).

Economy Cabins

The economy cabins (EK2) are equipped like the standard cabins but are located on the lower decks and have a small porthole window.

Single Cabin

With the same amenities as the cabins, but slightly smaller (approx. 13 sqm) and with only one bed (K1B). The window cannot be opened.

Hotel notice

Lady Carol docking location: Marsa Habiba or Blue Sky in El-Boghdady, Luxor (depending on availability)
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Smoking is only permitted on the outer decks.
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Booking note: Please note that if you have an outbound or return flight 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 have an outbound and/or return flight 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 in the Nile or due to overloading or maintenance of the Esna locks, the itinerary may be subject to change. In very rare cases, bus transfers or accommodation on a ship of equal value may be necessary to ensure the itinerary is followed.
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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 7 € 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 recommended by us.

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3 Days Fort Arabesque + 7 Days MS Lady Carol

Map

Location

Built in Arab style, the resort impresses with its proximity to the beautiful 900m long private sandy beach. The Fort Arabesque is located on the charming shores of Makadi Bay, approx. 30 km south of Hurghada. The center of Hurghada, with many restaurants, bars, and shops, is approx. 30 km away. Hurghada Airport is approx. 30 km away.

Modern hotel complex with balconies, surrounded by green plants and pink flowers under a cloudy sky.

Modern hotel complex with blue pool and white architecture under clear sky.

Aerial view of a beach resort with clear blue water and sun umbrellas.

Facilities

A sunny garden path with palm trees and flowers leading to a hotel building.

The stylish hotel complex Fort Arabesque is divided into three areas: Fort Arabesque Resort, Westbay (Adults-only), and Fort Arabesque The Villas (Adults-only).
The Fort Arabesque Resort has 330 comfortable rooms, a reception, an elevator, and various shops. The buffet restaurant offers culinary specialties. Various bars, such as the "Red Rocks" lobby bar, provide refreshments. In the well-kept outdoor area, there are six pools (three heated in winter) and two children's pools.
The Westbay Adults Only (ages 16 and up) is equipped with 247 rooms and suites, an elevator, and a reception. A buffet restaurant (from summer 25 with a Mexican corner), the "Sunset Bar," "Lobby Bar," and "Windbreaker Bar" cater to culinary needs. An adult pool (heated in winter) is available outdoors. From summer 25, Westbay will also have a Greek Seafood Restaurant (reservations required).
The Fort Arabesque The Villas (bookable for ages 16 and up) has 65 modern villas and an elevator to access the sea-view villas. The hotel's amenities include two à la carte restaurants: "The Pavilion" (breakfast and dinner) and "Club159" (lunch and dinner).
Sun loungers, umbrellas, and beach towels are included in all areas by the pools and on the beach.

Accommodation

Double Room Superior Sea View

The Double Rooms Superior Sea View (DMU) are comfortably furnished with bath/shower/WC, hairdryer, telephone, safe, satellite TV, minibar (water included), coffee and tea maker, individually adjustable air conditioning, and a balcony with sea view.
Also available for single use (UME).
(Additionally bookable under HRGB21 with DMU/DME/KMY.)

Family Room

The Family Rooms (DF2) have the same amenities as the double rooms but are more spacious, located on the ground floor, and have a garden view.
(Additionally bookable under HRGB21 with DF2/KD2.)

Deluxe Family Room

The renovated Deluxe Family Rooms (2DF) are equipped like the family rooms and feature a large room (approx. 42 sqm) with a king-size bed and a bunk bed for children. The rooms have a view of the jungle pool.
The rooms also have the following additional amenities:
- rooms are in the immediate vicinity of the baby club for children under 3 years old
- strollers
- children's toys in the garden
- Smart TV
- laundry service for children's clothing
- basket with diapers and baby oil
- ironing board and iron (on request)
- free high-speed Wi-Fi
- food for children such as mashed potatoes, carrots, or vegetables (on request)
- selection of cartoons for children (on request)
- a haircut for a man (once per stay)
- a nail treatment in the beauty center for women (once per stay)
When booking this room with three adults, no extra bed is provided. The 3rd person sleeps in the bunk bed (dimensions: 190 cm x 120 cm).
(Additionally bookable under HRGB21 with 2DF and sea-facing with KY6, and as Family Room Deluxe Type A (ADF)).

Double Comfort Adults Only

The Double Comfort Adults Only rooms with garden view (DKO) are renovated and equipped with bath/shower/WC, hairdryer, telephone, safe, satellite TV, minibar (water, soft drinks, and beer included - refilled daily), coffee and tea maker, individually adjustable air conditioning, and a balcony or terrace.
The rooms are located in the West Wing and are bookable for adults only (16 years and older).
Also available for single use (EOM).
From winter, also bookable as Young Traveller rooms for young adults aged 18-29 (birth date must be entered when booking).
(Additionally bookable from winter under HRGB22 and HRGB21 as Double Room Comfort (2CD/1CD)).

Adults Only Junior Suite Sea View

The Adults Only Junior Suites (JAO) are more spacious than the double rooms and, with the same amenities as the West Wing double rooms, consist of a seating area, a bathroom, and a sleeping area with a sea view.
The rooms are located in the West Wing and are bookable for adults only (16 years and older).
Breakfast and dinner in the exclusive "The Pavilion" restaurant. Lunch and dinner at "Club159".
From winter, also bookable as Young Traveller rooms for young adults aged 18-29 (birth date must be entered when booking).
(Additionally bookable from winter under HRGB22 with J2M.)

Double Room Premium Sea View Adults Only

The Premium Adults Only Double Rooms (PDZ) have the same amenities as the West Bay double rooms, but with a sea view.
The rooms are located in the West Wing and are bookable for adults only (16 years and older).
(Additionally bookable from winter under HRGB22 with PDZ/PEZ and under HRGB21 as PDM/3PM).

Elite Suite

The Elite Suites (ES2) are equipped like the double rooms, but are more spacious and have a sleeping area with a king-size bed, a bathroom, and a living area. The rooms have a side sea view and are located in the West Wing.
From winter, also bookable as Young Traveller rooms for young adults aged 18-29 (birth date must be entered when booking).

Deluxe Double Room (HRGB21)

The Deluxe Double Rooms (DD2, approx. 43m²) are similar in amenities to the double rooms, but have a king-size bed and a single bed, visually separated by a wooden partition.
Also available facing the sea (X2M/X1M).

Simple hotel room with double bed, nightstand, floor lamp, and access to balcony or terrace.

Modern living room with gray sofa, colorful cushions, and view of terrace and sea.

Villa

The Villas (V12) are spacious (approx. 55m²) and have a separate bedroom with an en-suite bathroom and a separate living room. Furthermore, the villas have direct pool access (heated in winter) and a sun terrace with loungers, a sofa, and umbrellas, a luxurious bathroom with a rain shower, fine Egyptian cotton bedding, an LCD flat-screen TV with international channels, a minibar (daily refilled with water, soft drinks, and beer), tea and coffee making facilities, and free Wi-Fi.
The minimum age for children in the villas is 16 years.
Also available for an extra charge with sea view (M12).
(Additionally bookable under HRGB21 as Villa Sea View SwimUp, M12).
When booking the villas, the following amenities are included:
- Private check-in/check-out
- Dinner either in the exclusive "The Pavilion" or "Club159"
- Beach Service Plus
- free access to the gym
- High-speed Wi-Fi in the villas and public areas
- 15% discount on Vareena Spa
- free laundry service (without drying)
- one haircut for men (once per stay)
- one nail treatment for women (once per stay)
- Minibar filled with soft drinks, beer, 2 small bottles of wine, snacks)
- Espresso machine
- Selection of various international teas
- daily fresh fruit and small pastries
- breakfast in the room (on request)
- from 1 PM to 5 PM, a selection of pizzas at "Club159"
- Beach club in a Mexican boho style with beach cabanas

Villa 2 Bedrooms

The 2-bedroom villas (VB3) offer plenty of space (approx. 91m²) and, with otherwise the same amenities as the villas (V12), have two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and direct pool access (heated in winter) via the terrace.
The minimum age for children in the 2-bedroom villas is 16 years.
When booking the villas, the following amenities are included:
- Private check-in/check-out
- Dinner either in the exclusive "The Pavilion" or "Club159"
- Beach Service Plus
- free access to the gym
- High-speed Wi-Fi in the villas and public areas
- 15% discount on Vareena Spa
- free laundry service (without drying)
- one haircut for men (once per stay)
- one nail treatment for women (once per stay)
- Minibar filled with soft drinks, beer, 2 small bottles of wine, snacks)
- Espresso machine
- Selection of various international teas
- daily fresh fruit and small pastries
- breakfast in the room (on request)
- from 1 PM to 5 PM, a selection of pizzas at "Club159"
- Beach club in a Mexican boho style with beach cabanas
(Additionally bookable under HRGB23 with VDU.)

Grand Family Suite (HRGB21)

The Grand Family Suite is approx. 51m² and has two separate bedrooms. One bedroom is equipped with a double bed and the second bedroom with two single beds. The Grand Family Suite has one bathroom and a terrace or balcony (GR2).

West Bay Junior Suite Adults Only (HRGB21)

The "West Bay" Junior Suites are bookable for adults only and are approx. 61-75 m² in size. The amenities include two double beds, a seating area, a bathroom with a shower or bathtub (JS2/JS3).

Apartment (HRGB21)

The apartments are equipped with two bedrooms, one with a king-size bed and the second with two single beds. The apartment also has two bathrooms and a large terrace (AP).
Also bookable for a minimum of 3 people (AA3) and a minimum of 4 people (AA4).