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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.
Modern hotel pool area with white buildings and numerous sun loungers under palm trees at sunset.
Modern outdoor pool with lounge chairs and plants at a hotel
Modern hotel complex with outdoor pool and seating areas under pale sky.
Modern pool area with sun beds, palm trees, and clear sky at a resort.
Modern outdoor area with pool, lounge chairs, and plants in front of hotel rooms.
Open seating area with white tables and chairs under palm trees by the water.
Open dining area with wooden tables and chairs, overlooking the pool and sea in the background.
Modern outdoor area with bar stools and covered counter in a hotel
White Mediterranean-style building with palm trees under a blue sky.
Bright rooftop terrace with white seating and harbor view under sunny sky.
Rustic bathroom with soap dispensers, a stone bowl, and decorative elements on the countertop.
Modern hotel room with bed, sofa, wall mirrors, and open bathroom area.
Luxury hotel pool with palm trees and loungers at sunset
Modern white hotel complex with pool and seating area under umbrella on clear sky
Modern restaurant with open arches, patterned tiles, and comfortable chairs.
Modern outdoor pool with wooden sun decks and lounge chairs under clear sky.
Beach with sun loungers and palm trees at sunset under cloudy sky
Cozy seating areas in an open, covered hotel garden overlooking a well-maintained lawn.
Modern restaurant with wooden furniture, green plants, and comfortable indoor seating.
Covered terrace with wooden furniture and sea view at a hotel restaurant.
Bright hotel room with double bed, wooden furniture, and decorative wall accents.
Bright living room with sofa, chair, and round table with fruit basket in front of window with curtains.
Modern white building complex with outdoor pool and seating area under clear blue sky.
Bright bedroom with large bed, brown pillows, and a window bench.
Modern bathroom with shower, large mirror, and sink in neutral tones.
Modern bedroom with large bed, decorative pillows, and warm lighting.
Cozy bedroom with double bed, cushions, and view of an arch leading to an adjacent bathroom.
Cozy seating area with sofa, table, and fruit basket in front of window with curtains.
Modern bedroom with large bed and access to a terrace with sea view.
Modern living room with gray sofa, wall-mounted TV, and decorative shelves.
Modern hotel outdoor area with pool, terrace, and people relaxing.
Modern hotel room with large bed and pool view through glass sliding door.
Bright hotel room with seating area and view of terrace with palm tree
White hotel building with pool and sun loungers under a blue sky.
Modern room with large mirror, sofa, plant, and desk with stool
Modern bathroom with round mirror, stylish sink, and towels on shelf.
Cozy hotel room with a bed, wall-mounted TV, and natural decor.
Bright, modern hotel room with wooden ceiling, cozy chairs, and large wall mirror.
Open bathroom shower with rain showerhead and wall niche with plant
Round mirror with wooden frame reflects plants and pictures on a wall.
Modern hotel room with double bed, balcony, and workspace.
Ägypten ∙ Kairo-Luxor-Assuan ∙ Luxor

7 Tage MS Nile Excellence & Ausflug + 7 Tage SUNRISE Tucana

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Die mit unserem Label "Top-Hotelpartner" gekennzeichneten Hotels, gehören zu den weltweit beliebtesten Hotels von schauinsland-reisen.
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Travel 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.

Notice

The travel offer you have selected has a duration of 14 days and includes various individual services. Accommodation on the ship is always for seven days according to the program. The preliminary and subsequent stay in the hotel depends on your arrival day and the embarkation day. All transfers between airport, hotel and port are included.

MS Nile Excellence incl. Excursion

Route

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. 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 the Valley of the Kings (1,2,3). Lunch on board.
Afternoon sailing to Edfu. Dinner and overnight on board.
Day 3:
Sailing further to Kom Ombo in the morning.
Lunch on board and visit to the double temple (1,2,3).
Sailing on 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.
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. Afterwards, the ship 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).
Afterwards, the ship continues 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 is indicated after the excursion in the route description:
Excursion Package Classic Excellence=1
Excursion Package Classic Plus Excellence=2
Excursion Package Premium Excellence=3
Excursion packages can be booked optionally. Entrance fees are included in the excursion packages.
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Excursion Package Classic Excellence:
Luxor Temple
Karnak Temple
Temple of Hatshepsut
Colossus of Memnon in Luxor
Temple of Edfu
Felucca ride
Temple of Philae
-> Winter season 2026/2027: €163 per person, Summer season 2026: €155 per person
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Additional excursions to the Classic Package are included in the Classic Plus Excellence Excursion Package
Day trip by bus to Abu Simbel.
-> Winter season 2026/2027: €289 per person, Summer season 2026: €280 per person
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Additional excursions to the Classic Plus Package are included in the Premium Excellence Excursion Package
Luxor Museum
Nubian Village in Aswan
-> Winter season 2026/2027: €335 per person, Summer season 2026: €333 per person

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 cool drinks from the three bars on board. Additionally, there is a small bazaar and a cozy reading corner. As of 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 sun deck on the loungers or cool off in the pool while enjoying the fantastic view 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 approximately 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 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 Suites

The Single Suites (S1) are approximately 13 sqm and otherwise equipped the same as the suites, but with only one single bed and no seating area.

Economy Suite

The Economy Suites (S2Z) are slightly smaller than the suites (approx. 21 sqm) with otherwise the same amenities, 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 buffet-style. Selected national alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks included from 11 AM to 11 PM at the lounge/sun deck bar.
Coffee, tea, and pastries in the afternoon during the journey.
Daily replenishment of the minibar with 2 small bottles of water. The minibar is refilled 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 the deck.

Wellness

Massage treatments are offered for additional relaxation (for a fee).

Entertainment

Occasional evening entertainment with folklore or Oriental nights.

Hotel contact

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 12:00 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.
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Booking note: Please note that if you have an outward 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 for an outward and/or return flight to/from Luxor.
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Booking note: We reserve the right to rebook to another ship for economic reasons. In such cases, it will always be a higher-quality ship. The travel itinerary will not be affected.
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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 seasonally low Nile water levels, 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 necessary to ensure the travel itinerary.
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As the offered ship is a motor ship, operating noise 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 may happen that the ship is not always 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 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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Tour operator category

5 Suns *****

SUNRISE Tucana Resort Grand Select

Location

Beach with sun loungers and palm trees at sunset under cloudy sky
The beautiful hotel complex is located directly in the heart of Makadi Bay, next to the popular sister hotel "SUNRISE Royal Makadi Resort Select" (HRG223). The holiday resort is situated on the first beachfront at the most beautiful snorkeling and diving spots in the bay, offering the opportunity to explore the breathtaking underwater world of the Red Sea directly from the gently sloping beach.
The city center of Hurghada is approx. 37 km away. Hurghada Airport is approx. 32 km away.

Facilities

The schauinsland-reisen original hotel is built in an elegant Bohemian style and features 240 rooms and suites spread across various building complexes. With its unique and high-quality dining concept, the hotel stands out in Egypt, offering a choice of three in-house à la carte restaurants ("Lucina" - international cuisine, "Gaia" - Italian cuisine, and "Yades" - Greek cuisine) for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The "Posh Club Lounge" à la carte restaurant is exclusively available to Posh Club members and offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Additionally, guests of the "SUNRISE Tucana Resort Grand Select" can use the eight à la carte restaurants of the sister hotel "SUNRISE Royal Makadi Resort Select" free of charge in the evening for a diverse selection. The Felucca, offering fish and seafood, is available for a fee. Furthermore, there are a total of eight different bars. The "Posh Club Lounge" is exclusively for Posh Club members. The Cohiba Bar (Adults-Only) is accessible to all guests and serves, among other things, imported alcoholic beverages from 6 PM to 1 AM. In the extensive outdoor area of the hotel, there are three swimming pools (heated in winter). One is exclusively for Posh Club members (adults-only pool). Additionally, some specific room types have their own pool or a shared pool (heated in winter). Guests can also use all eight pools and the water park with 18 different slides of the "SUNRISE Royal Makadi Resort Select". Guests can use all existing facilities of the "SUNRISE Royal Makadi Resort Select," but not vice versa. The large hotel complex also includes a souvenir shop, a jeweler, and a mini-market. Sun loungers, towels, and umbrellas are available free of charge by the pool and on the beach.
Cozy seating areas in an open, covered hotel garden overlooking a well-maintained lawn.
Modern restaurant with wooden furniture, green plants, and comfortable indoor seating.
Covered terrace with wooden furniture and sea view at a hotel restaurant.

Accommodation

Bright hotel room with double bed, wooden furniture, and decorative wall accents.
Bright living room with sofa, chair, and round table with fruit basket in front of window with curtains.
Modern white building complex with outdoor pool and seating area under clear blue sky.

Lexi Swim Up Suite Poolview

The Lexi Swim Up Suite (SWP) is larger than the Superior Double Rooms (approx. 43 sqm) with the same amenities. The rooms have a terrace with access to the shared swim-up pool. The terrace is equipped with a dining table and two separate sun loungers.
Rooms with direct pool/sea access pose an increased risk for small children.
Therefore, for bookings of these room types, schauinsland-reisen requires a minimum age of 6 years for children due to safety reasons.

Superior Double Room

The cheerfully furnished rooms (DSU, approx. 35 sqm) are equipped with shower/WC, hairdryer, air conditioning, satellite TV, telephone (for a fee), Wi-Fi, safe, minibar, and a balcony or terrace.
Also available for single occupancy (DEU) or Type B (DUB).

Bright bedroom with large bed, brown pillows, and a window bench.
Modern bathroom with shower, large mirror, and sink in neutral tones.
Modern bedroom with large bed, decorative pillows, and warm lighting.
Cozy bedroom with double bed, cushions, and view of an arch leading to an adjacent bathroom.
Cozy seating area with sofa, table, and fruit basket in front of window with curtains.

Deluxe Double Room

The Deluxe Double Rooms (DD2) are larger than the Superior Double Rooms (approx. 40 sqm) with the same amenities and garden view.
Also available for single occupancy (DD1). Also bookable under code DDB.

Junior Suite Garden View

The Junior Suites Garden View (JS2) are larger than the Superior Doubles (approx. 43 sqm) with the same amenities and have a terrace. Also available for single occupancy/with child (JS1/J1K).

Junior Suite Jacuzzi

The Junior Suites Jacuzzi (2JJ, approx. 36 sqm) have the same amenities as the Superior Double Rooms, but with a private Jacuzzi outside on the terrace.
Also available for single occupancy (1JJ).

Modern bedroom with large bed and access to a terrace with sea view.
Modern living room with gray sofa, wall-mounted TV, and decorative shelves.
Modern hotel outdoor area with pool, terrace, and people relaxing.
Modern hotel room with large bed and pool view through glass sliding door.
Bright hotel room with seating area and view of terrace with palm tree
Modern outdoor pool with lounge chairs and plants at a hotel
White hotel building with pool and sun loungers under a blue sky.

Junior Suite Swim Up

The Junior Suites Swim Up (SUJ) are more spacious than the Superior Double Rooms (approx. 43 sqm) with the same amenities, a small seating area, and direct access to the shared swim-up pool.
Also available for single occupancy (SJE).
Rooms with direct pool/sea access pose an increased risk for small children.
Therefore, for bookings of these room types, schauinsland-reisen requires a minimum age of 6 years for children due to safety reasons.

Executive Pool & Jacuzzi Suite

The suites (X2S) have the same amenities as the Superior Double Rooms, but are larger (approx. 100 sqm) and consist of two bedrooms, two bathrooms with shower, a living/sleeping area, and a terrace. The rooms have a Jacuzzi and a small private pool.
Rooms with direct pool/sea access pose an increased risk for small children.
Therefore, for bookings of these room types, schauinsland-reisen requires a minimum age of 6 years for children due to safety reasons.

Modern bedroom with large bed and access to a terrace with sea view.
Modern living room with gray sofa, wall-mounted TV, and decorative shelves.
Modern room with large mirror, sofa, plant, and desk with stool
Modern bathroom with round mirror, stylish sink, and towels on shelf.

Executive Suite Jacuzzi side sea view

The Executive Suite Jacuzzi side sea view (2XE) have the same amenities as the Superior Double Rooms, are approx. 100 sqm, and consist of two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a living/sleeping room. The rooms have either a balcony with a Jacuzzi or an indoor Jacuzzi.

Executive Pool Suite

The Executive Pool Suites side sea view (2SS) have the same amenities as the Superior Double Rooms, are approx. 90-100 sqm, and consist of two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a living/sleeping room. The rooms have a terrace with access to a private pool.
Rooms with direct pool/sea access pose an increased risk for small children.
Therefore, for bookings of these room types, schauinsland-reisen requires a minimum age of 6 years for children due to safety reasons.

Tucana Pool Suite side sea view

The Tucana Pool Suites (PSW) have the same amenities as the Superior Double Rooms, but are larger (approx. 50-65 sqm), with a king-size bed, bathroom with shower, and access to a private outdoor shower (only partially and not visible), seating area, and a terrace with access to the private pool. The suites have a side sea view.
Also available for single occupancy (PSE).
Rooms with direct pool/sea access pose an increased risk for small children.
Therefore, for bookings of these room types, schauinsland-reisen requires a minimum age of 6 years for children due to safety reasons.

Cozy hotel room with a bed, wall-mounted TV, and natural decor.
Bright, modern hotel room with wooden ceiling, cozy chairs, and large wall mirror.
Open bathroom shower with rain showerhead and wall niche with plant
Round mirror with wooden frame reflects plants and pictures on a wall.
Modern hotel room with bed, sofa, wall mirrors, and open bathroom area.

Tucana Jacuzzi Suite

The Tucana Jacuzzi Suites (S2M) are more spacious than the Superior Double Rooms (approx. 60-67 sqm) with the same amenities and have a balcony with a Jacuzzi. They have a side sea view.
Also available for single occupancy (S1M).

Tucana Pool & Jacuzzi Suite

The Tucana Pool & Jacuzzi Suites (SBJ) are larger than the Superior Double Rooms (approx. 60-67 sqm) with the same amenities, a bathroom, a living/sleeping area, and a Jacuzzi and private pool.
Also available for single occupancy (EBJ).
Rooms with direct pool/sea access pose an increased risk for small children.
Therefore, for bookings of these room types, schauinsland-reisen requires a minimum age of 6 years for children due to safety reasons.

Modern hotel room with double bed, balcony, and workspace.

Meals

All Inclusive

Premium All Inclusive

The unique dining concept offers you breakfast from 7 AM to 10:30 AM, lunch from 1 PM to 4 PM, and dinner from 7 PM to 10 PM in one of the hotel's three à la carte restaurants ("Lucina", "Gaia", "Yades"). As a Posh Club member (booked suite), you also have the option to have your breakfast exclusively in the "Posh Club Lounge". A sparkling wine breakfast is included in all four restaurants. Additionally, dinner can optionally be taken in the buffet restaurant or in one of the eight different à la carte restaurants of the "SUNRISE Royal Makadi Resort Select" (Mexican, Italian, Asian, Mediterranean, Steak, Diet and Light, Bedouin restaurant). The "Lucina" à la carte restaurant is open around the clock as a snack bar (alcoholic drinks are not served between 6 AM and 10 AM). The Felucca is available for a fee.
Local alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages are available around the clock at one of the eight bars provided.

Posh Club Service

All guests with a booking in one of the suites (including Junior Suites, excluding Junior Suite Garden View (JS2/JS1/J1K)) enjoy the privileges of the Posh Club: this includes a simplified check-in and check-out process, welcome amenities in the room, exclusive access to the "Posh Club Lounge" (restaurant & bar, with exclusive and high-quality food in the morning and snacks throughout the day, as well as other amenities such as daily minibar replenishment).

Sports included

Spacious fitness room (from 16 years; 8 AM-8 PM), tennis, football, table tennis, beach volleyball, billiards (from 12 years), mini-golf, boccia, water polo, water aerobics, and yoga etc. (partially at the sister hotel "SUNRISE Royal Makadi Resort Select").

Sports for a fee

Dive center, various water sports such as banana boat, kayaking, or boat trips on the beach of the sister hotel (local providers).

Children's program

For the little guests, the resort offers a varied program for children aged 3-12 in the "Tucana Kids Club". Additionally, the water park at the "SUNRISE Royal Makadi Resort Select", a playground, and the mini disco are available.
Daily childcare in German.

Wellness

The spa area (from 16 years) with Jacuzzi, sauna, and various treatments (for a fee; located at the sister hotel "SUNRISE Royal Makadi Resort Select") offers special moments of relaxation.

Entertainment

The hotel offers its guests a varied entertainment program daily, with shows and live music in the evenings.

Hotel contact

Wi-Fi is available free of charge throughout the hotel complex.
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Laundry service, room service (both for a fee).
ATM cash machine with currency exchange function.

Credit card

Visa, Mastercard.

Hotel features

  • Direct beach location
  • Family-friendly
  • Fitness
  • Hotel safe
  • Internet
  • Kids Club/Mini Club
  • Children's pool
  • Children's playground
  • Luxury vacationers
  • Massages
  • Spa
  • Close to the beach
  • Sandy beach
  • Water slides
  • Wi-Fi
  • Extended hygiene concept
  • schauinsland-reisen original

Hotelhinweis

A VIP exclusive transfer is not included. **************************************
Two accessible rooms are available for guests upon request (Superior Double Room/DSU/DEU).
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When choosing your hotel and airport of arrival, please note that especially when combining "Marsa Alam Airport - Hurghada Hotel" and vice versa "Hurghada Airport - Marsa Alam Hotel", very long distances may have to be covered and a long transfer should be expected. This also applies if this hotel is booked after a Nile cruise.
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Tour operator category

5 Suns *****

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Last updated: 29.05.2026 14:50