7 Tage MS Nile Excellence & Ausflug + 7 Tage Steigenberger Pure Lifestyle - Kairo-Luxor-Assuan

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Location

The popular Steigenberger Pure Lifestyle is located directly on the sun-drenched, private sandy beach. This stretch of beach is one of the most popular in the region and impresses with its turquoise sea.
The hotel is located directly on the "ALDAU Art Promenade", which was specially renovated for the three Steigenberger hotels "Steigenberger Pure Lifestyle", "Steigenberger ALDAU Beach", and Steigenberger Aqua Magic. There you will find shops, restaurants, and bars, which invite you for a pleasant stroll, especially in the evening.
Hurghada's town center, the well-known "Sakalla", and the airport are approximately 6 km away each.

View of a hotel pool with calm golf course and sea in the background on a sunny day.

Facilities

Spend your dream vacation in the trendy Adults-Only (16+) Lifestyle Boutique Hotel of the renowned German Steigenberger hotel chain. Nestled within the golf course of the Steigenberger ALDAU Beach Hotel, the Steigenberger Pure Lifestyle shines with elegant modernity, cool sounds, and a versatile entertainment program. DJs, varied live music, and pool parties make your vacation unforgettable. The unique and attention-grabbing Steigenberger Pure Lifestyle impresses with elegant accommodations, spectacular restaurants, and unlimited privileges. The stylish reception hall, finished entirely in white marble with a chill-out area and reception, ensures a relaxing vacation from the very first second. Loungy chill-out music in the morning, hip vibes in the afternoon, a diverse entertainment program with house and guest DJs by the pool, varied live music, and pool parties – the regularity of which varies depending on the season – offer an unforgettable vacation.
The 135 luxuriously furnished suites – available in four different spectacular designs – allow for a relaxed stay in a new dimension of luxury and enjoyment. The hotel's own party pool with a built-in whirlpool and the chill-out relax pool with built-in billiards tables, as well as the trendy beach club, invite you to linger. Additionally, guests of Steigenberger Pure Lifestyle have access to the 10 varied swimming pools (partially heated in winter) of the neighboring Steigenberger hotels "Aqua Magic" and "ALDAU Beach". Beach loungers and umbrellas are available free of charge.

Accommodation

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

Modern bathroom with sink, large mirror, and shower cabin in a bright design.

Jacuzzi Suite

The approx. 50 sqm (incl. 4 sqm balcony/terrace) Jacuzzi Suites (S2J) feature a couples' Jacuzzi, shower, WC, vanity mirror, air conditioning, safe, minibar (daily replenished with water, juice, beer, soft drinks), Smart TV with German channels, coffee and tea making facilities, and a swing chair on the terrace.
Also bookable for single occupancy (S1J).

Pure Standard Suite

The approx. 27 sqm Pure Standard Suites (SAJ) are smaller than the Jacuzzi Suites but have similar amenities. Some suites have a small balcony with visual screening and face the land side or the promenade. The rooms feature a Jacuzzi.

Swim Up Suite

The Swim Up Suites (2SU), with similar amenities to the Jacuzzi Suites, offer direct access to the terrace pool (heated in winter) and are more spacious at approx. 50 sqm (incl. 4 sqm terrace).
Also bookable for single use (1SU).

Modern hotel room with bed, desk, and view of outdoor pool through large windows.

Modern outdoor area with pool, lounge chairs, and palm trees under a blue sky.

Bright hotel room with living area, terrace, and landscape view.

Modern bathroom with round bathtub, two sinks, and marble tiles.

Modern hotel room with large bed, desk, TV, and window overlooking the city.

Penthouse

The Penthouse Suites (P2), located on the upper floors, are equipped like the Jacuzzi Suites but are more spacious at approx. 107 sqm (incl. 16 sqm balcony), with a separate living room, private pool (heated in winter), and a breathtaking view of the Red Sea.
Also bookable for single use (P1).

Economy Room

The Economy Rooms (SSZ) are approx. 27 sqm and equipped with a shower/WC, espresso machine, TV, Wi-Fi, vanity mirror, and safe. The rooms do not have a Jacuzzi, a balcony, and face the land side.

Modern hotel room with large double bed, wooden headboard, and window with outside view.

Modern bathroom with white marble look, double sinks, illuminated mirror, and stool in front of a small table.

Young Traveler Room

The Young Traveler Rooms (YTR) are equipped like the Economy Rooms and are available for young adults aged 18-29. Limited availability and special price.

All Inclusive

Best-in-class gourmet options for every taste and every meal. The exclusive 24-hour Lifestyle All Inclusive offer includes two breakfast options, five different options for lunch, and seven options for dinner.
Breakfast buffet at the "Gourmet Market" with 8 live cooking stations or at the main restaurant of the Steigenberger ALDAU Beach Hotel. Breakfast is served from 7 AM to 11:30 AM. Various snacks at the Beach Club and Pool Restaurant or in one of the restaurants at the Steigenberger ALDAU Beach Hotel (Beach Restaurant "Tanga", Pool Restaurant "Bwala", Main Restaurant "Tamarind").
Dinner at the "Gourmet Market", at "Alex Beach Club & Restaurant" (twice a week, reservation required) or also in the restaurants of the sister hotel Steigenberger ALDAU Beach Hotel (Beach Restaurant "Tanga" (once a week, reservation required), 3 Asian restaurants of "S-Squares" (once a week, reservation required) or "Tamarind").
A selection of local alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks is included around the clock at the Gourmet Market Bar. At the other bars, depending on opening hours. The beach restaurant "Alex Beach Club & Restaurant" (à la carte restaurant in the evening) can also be visited by guests of the Steigenberger ALDAU Beach.

Modern restaurant with wooden chairs, large windows, and decorative wall shelves.

Not included in All Inclusive

Room service, fresh juices, imported/international beverages, laundry service, diving, water sports, floodlit golf rounds, shisha & tobacco products.

Ultra All Inclusive

A personal butler will be assigned to you throughout your stay. You will receive a personalized VIP check-in in your room, a selection of premium spirits, including imported international spirits, premium local wine and sparkling wine, daily refreshed minibar in the room with beer and non-alcoholic beverages. Additionally, you have an extended gourmet option with delicious dishes in the à la carte restaurants for lunch and dinner with unlimited visits and individual reservations by your butler service. Furthermore, 20 minutes of relaxing massage at Raa Spa (1x per stay). You will receive a 25% discount on room service, unlimited laundry service, the fastest Wi-Fi access, luxury toiletries, and free entry to the "Elements Club & Lounge" with a 25% discount on food and local beverages.

Sports included

"TECHNOGYM" (open 24h), Yoga.
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Free use of the internationally certified Splash/Aqua Magic water park, meeting the highest international quality and safety standards, at the sister hotel Steigenberger Aqua Magic (with a variety of giant slides and attractions). Includes unlimited soft drinks, snacks, and local alcoholic beverages from 10 AM to 5 PM (from Summer 2025, 9 AM to 5 PM) as well as the use of the swimming pools of the Steigenberger ALDAU Beach Hotel, including the saltwater pool heated in winter and the whirlpool island.
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Pedalo and canoe rental from 9 AM until sunset.
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Introductory diving lesson in the pool and introductory windsurfing at the Aquacenter (if weather permits, reservation required).
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Introductory golf lesson on our 9-hole par 3 golf course with a golf pro, including equipment rental (reservation required).

Sports for a fee

Golf, Ilios Dive & Aquacenter with a private marina (9 private boats, including a VIP speedboat and glass-bottom boat).

Wellness

Free entry to the relaxation world of Raa Spa (treatments for a fee). Guests receive a 10% discount on massages per stay.

Hotel Service

Unlimited high-speed Wi-Fi is available free of charge throughout the complex, including the other two hotels (ALDAU Beach & Aqua Magic). 3 devices per suite.

Credit Card

Visa, Mastercard, American Express.

Hotel features

Adults Only
Chillout & Relaxation
Club
Golf
Hotel Safe
Internet
Air Conditioning
Luxury Travelers
Romance & Honeymooners
Sandy Beach
Sauna
Spa
Sport & Active Travelers
Near the Beach
Diving
Wi-Fi
Central Location
Young Traveller
Enhanced Hygiene Concept
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Note

Please note when choosing your hotel and destination airport that, especially 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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The entry visa for all travel services booked with schauinsland-reisen is not included in the travel price. Guests have the option to organize the visa themselves or to purchase it from the schauinsland-reisen tour guide upon arrival for €30 per person.
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Accessible rooms are available on request (Pure Standard Suite/SAJ).

Country category

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Product information

Combined product of a Nile cruise on the MS Nile Excellence and a beach holiday including all intermediate transfers. Accommodation in the hotel will always be in the cheapest available room category. If the Nile cruise is booked first, the outward flight must be to Luxor. If the hotel is booked first and then the Nile cruise, the return flight must be from Luxor.

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 change.
Route:
Day 1:
Arrival and embarkation. In the 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 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, sailing 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, 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. You then have the option to visit the Temple of Edfu (1,2,3).
Afterwards, the ship sails on to Luxor.
Upon arrival, you have the opportunity to visit the East Bank with the Luxor Temple (1,2,3) and the Karnak Temple (1,2,3). There is an opportunity for a sound and light show at the Karnak Temple (optional, can be booked on site).
Day 8:
Departure.
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The excursions listed in the route description are not included.
A German-speaking guide is available on board for excursions.
The excursion package each excursion belongs to is always indicated behind the excursions in the route description:
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 (bookable by 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 by email to: res.aegypten@schauinsland-reisen.de)
Day trip by bus to Abu Simbel.
-> Winter season 2025/2026, Summer season 2026: €280 per person.
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Additional excursions to the Classic Plus Package are included in the Excursion Package Premium Excellence: (bookable by 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. Indulge in culinary delights in the main restaurant and enjoy cool drinks served by the three bars on board. There is also a small bazaar and a cozy reading corner. Starting winter 2024/25, the ship will have a small fitness studio, freely accessible to all guests on board. To make your vacation perfect, you can relax on the sun deck on the loungers or cool off in the pool while enjoying the dreamlike view of the landscape along the Nile.

Five deck plans of a Nile cruise ship showing rooms, pool, lobby, and dining areas.

Meals

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner as a buffet or set menu.
Breakfast includes soft and hot drinks. Lunch and dinner include two soft drinks and a small bottle of water per person.

Entertainment

Occasional evening entertainment with folklore or oriental shows.

Cabins

Suite

The friendly furnished suites (S2) are approx. 24 sqm and have a bath/WC, hairdryer, two single beds or one double bed, air conditioning (individually regulated), 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.
In the Royal Suites, there is also a small table and two chairs on the French balcony.

Single Suite

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

Economy Suite

The Economy Suites (S2Z) are slightly 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: 12:00 PM
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Smoking is only permitted on the outer decks.
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Booking Note: Please note that for flights 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 for flights to/from Luxor.
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The transfer time from Hurghada or Marsa Alam is 7-8 hours depending on the hotel's location.
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Due to seasonal low water levels of the Nile, or due to congestion or maintenance of the Esna locks, the itinerary may change. In very rare cases, bus transfers or accommodation on an equivalent ship may be required to ensure the itinerary.
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As the ship offered is a motor vessel, operating 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 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, depending on the ship's category, at the beginning of the trip. This sum is used for all the "good spirits" who make your holiday as pleasant as possible and is a recommendation from us.
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