Ägypten ∙ Kairo-Luxor-Assuan ∙ Luxor

7 Tage Jaz Makadina + 7 Tage MS Nile Excellence & Ausflug

H1527E

Cruise details

MS Nile Excellence incl. Excursion

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, there is a small bazaar and a cozy reading corner. 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 breathtaking views 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 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 cheerfully 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 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 sqm). The Royal Suites are located on the middle and upper decks.
The balconies of the Royal Suites also feature 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 a 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 be without a French balcony and seating area, instead having 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, 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 is a motor vessel, operational noise may occur.
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Ships sometimes dock one behind the other or side-by-side, so it may be necessary to cross other ships.
It may not always be possible to access the ship without barriers.
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Egypt is the land of Baksheesh: To save you the stress of constant tipping on board, your local tour guide will collect an amount of €8 per person per night on the boat at the beginning of the trip, depending on the ship's category. This amount is used for all the "good spirits" who make your holiday as pleasant as possible and is recommended by us.
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7 Days Jaz Makadina + 7 Days MS Nile Excellence & Excursion

Combined product consisting of a Nile cruise on the MS Nile Excellence and a beach holiday, including all intermediate transfers. Accommodation at the hotel will always be in the most favorable 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

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 shift.
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 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.
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 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, we head back to Kom Ombo.
Lunch on board. Overnight and dinner on board.
Day 6:
Breakfast on board. The ship then continues sailing 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 continues sailing to Luxor.
Upon arrival, you have the opportunity to visit the East Bank with the Luxor Temple (1,2,3) and the 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 for each excursion in the route is indicated behind the excursion:
Excursion Package Classic Excellence=1
Excursion Package Classic Plus Excellence=2
Excursion Package Premium Excellence=3
Excursion packages can be booked as an option. Entrance fees are included in the excursion packages.
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Excursion Package Classic Excellence (can be booked by emailing: 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 p.p.
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Additional excursions to the Classic package are included in the Excursion Package Classic Plus Excellence: (can be booked by emailing: 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 by emailing: 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 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, there is a small bazaar and a cozy reading corner. 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 breathtaking views of the landscape along the Nile.
Deck plan of the Nile cruise ship Nile Excellence showing cabins and facilities.

Accommodation

Suite

The cheerfully 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 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 sqm). The Royal Suites are located on the middle and upper decks.
The balconies of the Royal Suites also feature 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 a 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 be without a French balcony and seating area, instead having a non-opening window.

Meals

Full Board

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner served 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 served buffet-style. Selected national alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages 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. Once a week, the minibar is stocked with soft drinks.
Once a week, a fruit basket 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 available for an extra charge.

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

Hotelhinweis

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, 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 is a motor vessel, operational noise may occur.
**************************************
Ships sometimes dock one behind the other or side-by-side, so it may be necessary to cross other ships.
It may not always be possible to access the ship without barriers.
**************************************
Egypt is the land of Baksheesh: To save you the stress of constant tipping on board, your local tour guide will collect an amount of €8 per person per night on the boat at the beginning of the trip, depending on the ship's category. This amount is used for all the "good spirits" who make your holiday as pleasant as possible and is recommended by us.
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Tour operator category

5 Suns *****

JAZ Makadina

Location

Aerial view of a coastal resort with sandy beach, piers, and clear blue sea.
View of a well-maintained garden with palm trees and residential buildings under clear sky.
Clear sea at a sunny beach with palm trees and sun loungers under a blue sky.
The hotel, built in Moroccan style by the renowned JAZ Hotel Group, is located directly on the long private sandy beach of the popular and idyllic Makadi Bay with beautiful views of the coast. Hurghada Airport is approx. 30 km away. The hotel's own reef invites you to snorkel and dive in the breathtaking underwater world of the Red Sea. In the immediate vicinity is the Souk Makadi with numerous shops, restaurants, and bars that invite you to stroll. The Aquapark is approx. 3 km from the hotel.

Facilities

The JAZ Makadina is nestled in a beautiful garden and features 270 rooms spread across several small buildings within the complex. The hotel is also equipped with a welcoming reception, several shops, a buffet restaurant, an à la carte restaurant (for a fee), and various bars. In addition to the show cooking in the hotel restaurant, the "Dine Around" concept in Souk Makadi offers culinary variety.
The beautifully and spaciously designed garden area includes a pool landscape with two swimming pools (one heated in winter) and a separate children's pool, as well as a pool bar and a beach bar. Additionally, there are two outdoor Jacuzzis (adults only) in the outdoor area.
Sun loungers, mattresses, parasols, and towels are provided free of charge by the pool and on the beach.
Exterior view of a luxury hotel with palm trees and warm lighting at dusk.
Bright hotel lobby with seating areas, arches, and chandeliers in warm tones.
Outdoor hotel area with set tables and chairs on paved floor

Accommodation

Cozy hotel room with double bed, red accents, and balcony view.
Modern hotel room with two single beds, desk, and view of water through window.
Modern bathroom with sink, large mirror, towels, and shower with glass partition.

Double Superior

The cheerfully furnished Double Superior rooms (DSU) are approx. 38 sqm and feature a shower/WC, hairdryer, satellite TV, telephone (for a fee), air conditioning, coffee/tea maker (refilled daily free of charge), minibar (for a fee), safe (included), balcony or terrace. Daily a large bottle of water in the room (free of charge).
Also bookable with pool view (DSP), side sea view (D2S), sea view (DMU), or for single occupancy (DEU/ESP/1SD/UME).
For single occupancy, type B (DEB) is also bookable at a special price and with limited availability.

Family Suite Superior

The Family Suites (F2U) have the same amenities as the double rooms but are slightly more spacious, approx. 47 sqm, and feature an additional seating/sleeping area separated by a curtain from the rest of the room.
Also bookable with pool view (FUP) or sea side (FY2) for an additional charge.

Bright hotel room with double bed, desk, and balcony overlooking the sea.
Modern bathroom with sink, large mirror, towels, and shower with glass partition.
Bright hotel room with double bed, desk, and balcony overlooking the sea.
Modern hotel room with bed, desk, TV, and view to balcony.

Suite Superior

The Suite Superior rooms (SU2), with similar amenities to the Double Superior rooms, are more spacious (approx. 47 sqm) and feature an additional seating/sleeping area separated by a curtain from the rest of the room.
Also bookable as Double Deluxe (DD2). In this room, the seating/sleeping area is separated from the rest of the room by a sliding door.

Family Room Deluxe

The Family Rooms Deluxe (2DF) have the same amenities as the Family Rooms Superior. The sleeping area for children is separated from the rest of the room by a sliding door.
Also bookable with pool view for an additional charge (FPD).

Modern hotel room with double bed, desk, chair, and TV in warm colors.
Modern bathroom with sink, large mirror, towels, and shower with glass partition.

Junior Suite Side Sea View

The spacious (approx. 56 sqm) and elegant Junior Suites (J2S) offer, with the same amenities as the Double Superior, a queen-size bed, a separate living area, and 2 TVs. The Junior Suites are 56 sqm. They offer a variety of beautiful views and are luxuriously furnished.

Meals

All Inclusive

Hotel terrace at dusk with set tables, chairs, and palm trees during sunset.

All Inclusive

Main restaurant "Al Masry" breakfast from 7-10 AM, lunch from 12:30-2:30 PM, and dinner from 6:30-9:30 PM (summer) or 6-9 PM (winter) buffet style. Lunch with various snacks at "Al Sakkala" from 12-5 PM and various snacks at the "Aqua" restaurant from 12:30-4 PM. Optionally, dinner at one of the 7 à la carte restaurants once per stay with reservation (subject to availability). Late risers' breakfast from 10:30-11:30 AM.
In the afternoon from 3-4 PM, tea/coffee and pastries, and ice cream from 10 AM-5 PM. Light snacks from 12-5 PM.
National alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages from 10 AM-12 AM. "El Obba" (Pool Bar) from 10 AM-12 AM, "Aqua Beach Bar" from 10 AM-6 PM, "Sultan Bar" (Lobby Bar) from 7 PM-12 AM.

Ultra All Inclusive

In addition to the AI program: fruit basket and oriental pastries, as well as a bottle of wine upon arrival in the room, bathrobe and slippers, soft drinks in the minibar (refilled daily),
10% discount at Mividaspa Beauty Salon, laundry service (limited to 10 items), free late check-out (subject to availability until 3 PM). From 4 PM to 8 PM, a fee of €80 per room will be charged locally (price may vary, also subject to availability). Optionally, dinner at one of the 7 à la carte restaurants with reservation and subject to availability. Selected dishes and drinks are available for an additional charge.

Dine Around

Dinner can optionally be taken at one of the à la carte restaurants in Madinat Makadi. Dinner is only possible with prior reservation and is included once per stay. Selected dishes and drinks are available for an additional charge.
The following restaurants are available in Madinat Makadi:
- Indian Restaurant "Amaya" (located in the "Jaz Makadi Star" hotel)
- Asian Restaurant "Makai Tukai" (located in Souk Makadi)
- Italian Restaurant "Nino's" (located in Souk Makadi)
- Oriental Restaurant "Sofra" (located in Souk Makadi)
- Grill Restaurant "The Grill" (located in Souk Makadi)
- Mediterranean Restaurant "Aqua" (located in the "Jaz Makadina" hotel)
- Mediterranean Restaurant "Beach" (located in the "Iberotel Makadi Beach" hotel)

Sports included

Beach volleyball, volleyball, tennis court, water polo, boccia, table tennis, foosball, darts, aerobics, billiards (7 PM-12 AM), fitness room (7 AM-7 PM, adults only)
as well as two outdoor jacuzzis.
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"Makadi Water World" Aqua Park: Daily free entry to the Aqua Park in Madinat Makadi with 50 different slides for children and adults. Snacks and soft drinks are included. Shuttle buses are available in all Jaz Hotels in Madinat Makadi (timetables at reception).
Water park with palm trees, slides, and blue water pool under clear sky
Large room with wooden floor and mats for yoga or fitness exercises.
Children's water slide shaped like a pirate ship in a pool under a sunny sky.
Gym room with various exercise machines on wooden floor in a bright space.

Sports for a fee

Various water sports activities offered by local providers. Floodlit tennis. Squash at "Jaz Makadi Oasis".
Dive center and surf/catamaran center.
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The 18-hole par-72 championship golf course, designed by John Sanford, is located in Madinat Makadi and offers an inviting environment for golf enthusiasts. Guests of Madinat Makadi have access to a golf school where golf equipment can be rented on-site. A driving range and a clubhouse with a pro shop are also available, each for a fee.
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Green fees as an additional service (HRGMAKGAD) can be booked in the booking system (only valid for guests in selected properties of the Jaz Hotel Group):
1x9 holes
1x 18 holes
3x 18 holes
5x 18 holes
(2nd round of golf available on the same day upon request); transfer from the hotel to the golf courses included.
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When booking a green fee package, please contact the following email address to reserve your desired tee times:
info.golfmakadi@jazhotels.com
Please note that it is mandatory to attach the booking confirmation to your email to complete the reservation.
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Carried golf baggage, for both flight and local transfer,
must be registered !!!
Golf baggage on transfer (requires prior registration): Upon landing in Hurghada, €30 per baggage/route. Payable on-site to the transfer guide.
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Prerequisites for playing the courses include a German Platzreife (golf license) with a handicap of max. 36.
Upon booking, an on-site email address will be provided for reserving tee times.
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Children's program

Colorful children's play area with small tables and chairs beside a hotel pool.
Colorful interior with yellow arches, two beds, and a small table with chairs.
Colorful water slides and playground in a water park on a sunny day.
Mini club for ages 4-12, open from 10 AM-5 PM (lunch break from 12:30-3 PM), playroom, playground, children's meals in the main restaurant.

Wellness

Spa center in Souk-Makadi as well as a beauty center for a fee.
Couple relaxing in outdoor hot tub on wooden deck with hotel buildings in the background.
Children's water slide shaped like a pirate ship in a pool under a sunny sky.
A man and a woman relax in a large outdoor hot tub overlooking the hotel grounds.

Entertainment

Daytime sports and entertainment program conducted by the hotel animation team, as well as daily evening program with live music and dance performances.

Hotel service

Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel free of charge with limited speed.
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Laundry service for a fee.
Pharmacy in Madinat Makadi (for a fee).
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Bank and ATM are available (in Madinat Makadi).

Credit card

MasterCard, American Express, Visa.

Hotel features

  • Club
  • Internet
  • Kids Club/Mini Club
  • Spa
  • Volleyball/Beach Volleyball
  • Wi-Fi
  • Golf
  • Fitness
  • Animation
  • Air conditioning
  • Hotel Safe
  • Sandy beach
  • Children's playground
  • Children's pool
  • Massages
  • Sauna
  • Tennis
  • Diving
  • Shopping facilities
  • Family friendly
  • Directly on the beach
  • Young Traveller
  • Extended hygiene concept
  • schauinsland-reisen original

Hotelhinweis

Lactose-free and gluten-free meals can be provided. Please leave a message at the reception upon check-in. *****************************B***************************************
Please note that overbookings cannot be requested!
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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", long 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. ***************************************

Three accessible rooms are bookable upon request (DSU).
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Zusatzhinweis

P.O. Box 193, Hurghada Red Sea, Egypt.
Hotline: +20-(0)-16416
Tel: +20-(0) 65 3590 025
Fax: +20-(0) 65 3590 035
reservation.makadina@jazhotels.com

Tour operator category

5 Suns *****

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Last updated: 24.04.2026 11:19