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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.
Large hotel pool with palm trees and loungers overlooking the sea at dusk.
Large outdoor pool with lounge chairs and modern buildings under clear sky.
Modern, bright hotel room with double bed and view of water and city
Modern open restaurant with blue and white chairs and sea view.
Beach with sunshades, palm trees, and a view of the blue sea.
Luxurious night view of a lit pool area at a seaside resort.
Elegant hotel lobby area with blue armchairs and intricately decorated ceiling pattern.
Modern hotel building at night with brightly lit windows and palm trees in front.
Large hotel complex with multiple pools and sea view under clear sky.
Elegant, modern restaurant with white walls, plants, and stylishly set tables.
Modern restaurant with wooden tables, chairs, and decorative lighting in a warm ambiance.
Modern hotel resort with large pool, sunbeds, and surrounding low-rise buildings
Modern indoor pool with hot tub in stylish hotel setting and large glass frontage.
Bright, modern hotel room with canopy bed, sofa, and view of pool and garden
Bright hotel room with balcony, city view, double bed, and sofa.
Bright hotel room with double bed, sofa, and terrace overlooking the sea.
Bright hotel room with canopy bed, sofa, and terrace overlooking water and palm trees.
Ägypten ∙ Kairo-Luxor-Assuan ∙ Luxor

5 Tage Steigenberger Alaya + 7 tage MS Nile Excellence & Ausflug

R0705E

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 cool drinks from the three bars on board. There is also a small bazaar and a cozy reading corner 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 loungers on the sun deck 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.

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 friendly 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 have the same amenities as the suites, but with only one single bed without a seating area.

Economy Suite

The economy suites (S2Z) are slightly smaller (approx. 21 sqm) than the suites with otherwise the same amenities, and may lack a French balcony and seating area, having instead a non-opening window.

Hotel notice

Ship 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 for a 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 a 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 of the Nile or due to congestion or maintenance of the Esna locks, the itinerary may be subject to change. 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 offered is a motor vessel, operational noises may occur.
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The ships sometimes dock one behind another or side-by-side, so it may be necessary to cross other ships.
It may not always be possible to access the ship barrier-free.
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Egypt is the land of Baksheesh: To save you the stress of constant tipping on board, your local tour guide collects 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 considered a recommendation from us.
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The excursion packages listed below can, of course, still be booked.
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Embarkation: Thursday.
Depending on the embarkation day, the itinerary 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, 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.
Afternoon sailing to Edfu. Dinner and overnight on board.
Day 3:
Morning sailing to Kom Ombo.
Lunch on board and visit to the double temple (1,2,3).
Continue sailing to Aswan, dinner and overnight on board.
Day 4:
Morning after breakfast, visit to 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 morning at 3:30 AM, opportunity for an excursion to Abu Simbel by bus (2,3), breakfast pack 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 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 option for a sound and light show at Karnak Temple (optional, can be booked locally).
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 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 (bookable 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: (bookable via email to: res.aegypten@schauinsland-reisen.de)
Day trip to Abu Simbel by bus.
-> 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: (bookable via email to: res.aegypten@schauinsland-reisen.de)
Luxor Museum
Nubian Village in Aswan
-> Winter season 2025/2026, Summer season 2026: 333 € p.p.

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5 Days Steigenberger Alaya + 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 in the hotel will always be 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

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 itinerary 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, 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.
Afternoon sailing to Edfu. Dinner and overnight on board.
Day 3:
Morning sailing to Kom Ombo.
Lunch on board and visit to the double temple (1,2,3).
Continue sailing to Aswan, dinner and overnight on board.
Day 4:
Morning after breakfast, visit to 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 morning at 3:30 AM, opportunity for an excursion to Abu Simbel by bus (2,3), breakfast pack 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 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 option for a sound and light show at Karnak Temple (optional, can be booked locally).
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 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 (bookable 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: (bookable via email to: res.aegypten@schauinsland-reisen.de)
Day trip to Abu Simbel by bus.
-> 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: (bookable 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 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. There is also a small bazaar and a cozy reading corner 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 loungers on the sun deck 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 friendly 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 have the same amenities as the suites, but with only one single bed without a seating area.

Economy Suite

The economy suites (S2Z) are slightly smaller (approx. 21 sqm) than the suites with otherwise the same amenities, and may lack a French balcony and seating area, having instead 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 buffet style. Selected local alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks included from 11 AM to 11 PM at the lounge/sundeck bar.
Afternoon coffee, tea, and pastries during the journey.
Daily replenishment of the minibar with 2 small bottles of water. The minibar is stocked with soft drinks once a week.
A fruit basket is provided 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 available 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 rooms is available for a fee.
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Pool towels are provided in the cabins.
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24-hour cabin service, on-call doctor.
Check-in at 12 PM.

Credit card

MasterCard and VISA are accepted.

Hotel features

  • Cruises

Note

Ship 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 for a 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 a 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 of the Nile or due to congestion or maintenance of the Esna locks, the itinerary may be subject to change. In very rare cases, bus transfers or accommodation on an equivalent ship 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 another or side-by-side, so it may be necessary to cross other ships.
It may not always be possible to access the ship barrier-free.
**************************************
Egypt is the land of Baksheesh: To save you the stress of constant tipping on board, your local tour guide collects 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 considered a recommendation from us.
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Tour operator category

5 Suns *****

Steigenberger Resort Alaya

Location

The 5-star luxury hotel complex is located in the heart of the beautiful Madinat Coraya. Access to the sea is via a jetty. From here, the picturesque underwater world of Madinat Coraya can be discovered. The resort also has its own sandy beach section and is only approx. 5 km from Marsa Alam Airport.

Facilities

The beautiful adults-only complex (bookable for ages 16 and up) features 290 elegantly furnished rooms and suites. The spacious reception area offers guests a reception desk and a lobby bar with seating. The hotel has a souvenir shop and a hairdresser. For guests' culinary needs, there is a main restaurant and four à la carte restaurants ("Basilico"-Italian, "Rocca"-Asian, "Zaytoun"-oriental, "Mashawi"-Seafood), offering delicious dishes. A wide selection of drinks is available at the various bars.
In the outdoor area of the complex, there are five generously sized pools (some heated in winter) and inviting sun terraces.
Sun loungers, umbrellas, and towels are available free of charge by the pool and on the beach.

Accommodation

Bright, modern hotel room with canopy bed, sofa, and view of pool and garden

Royal Suite Sea View Private Pool

The Royal Suites (RSM) are luxuriously appointed and have the same amenities as the double rooms. The Royal Suite is approx. 160 sqm and is additionally equipped with 2 bathrooms with bathtub, jacuzzi, living area, sleeping area, and a terrace with a private pool.

Superior Double Room

The cozily furnished Superior Double Rooms (DSU) are 40 sqm and feature a shower/WC, hairdryer, air conditioning, minibar (for a fee), coffee/tea maker, LED TV, safe, telephone (for a fee), balcony, and garden view.
Also available at an extra charge with pool view (DSP), side sea view (D2S), or sea view (DMU), as well as for single occupancy (DEU/ESP/1SD/UME).

Modern, bright hotel room with double bed and view of water and city

Superior Double Room Swim Up

The Superior Double Swim Up rooms (DWP) have the same amenities as the Superior Double rooms, are slightly more spacious (approx. 50 sqm), and offer direct access to a private pool from the terrace.
Also available for single occupancy at an extra charge (EWP).

Bright hotel room with balcony, city view, double bed, and sofa.

Deluxe Double Room Sea View

The Deluxe Double Rooms Sea View (DM2) have the same amenities as the Superior Double rooms, are more spacious (approx. 70 sqm), and additionally feature a dressing room and a balcony.

Deluxe Double Room Swim-Up

The Deluxe Double Swim-Up rooms (DWU) are bookable as Schauinsland-Original rooms. They have the same amenities as the Superior Double rooms, are more spacious (approx. 70 sqm), and have direct access to a shared pool.
Also available with sea view (DWS) and for single occupancy (WU1/EWS).

Bright hotel room with double bed, sofa, and terrace overlooking the sea.
Bright hotel room with canopy bed, sofa, and terrace overlooking water and palm trees.

Premium Deluxe Double Room Swim Up

The Premium Deluxe Double Swim Up rooms (PWS) have the same amenities as the Superior Double rooms, are more spacious (approx. 75 sqm), with their own indoor jacuzzi and access to a communal pool.
Also available with sea view at an extra charge (DUM).

RMFA39: Premium Deluxe Double Room Sea View

The Premium Deluxe Double Rooms Sea View have similar amenities to the Superior Double Rooms, are larger at approx. 75sqm, and offer sea views (P2M).

Meals

All Inclusive

All Inclusive

Breakfast from 7 AM to 11 AM, lunch from 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM, and dinner from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM buffet style. You can dine once per stay in each of the à la carte restaurants (reservations required).
Snacks from 12:30 PM to 4 PM, afternoon tea from 3 PM to 5 PM. Local alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks from 10 AM to 12 AM.
Smart casual dress code is requested in the restaurants. Gentlemen are requested to wear long trousers and no beach shoes.

Modern hotel outdoor area with wooden tables and view of a pool and palm trees.

AI+ (RMFA39)

Corresponds to the advertised AI program; therefore, imported alcoholic beverages are not included, as advertised.

Not included in All Inclusive

Imported alcoholic beverages.

Sports included

Fitness studio, aerobics, bocce, tennis (floodlight for a fee), darts, and beach volleyball.

Sports for a fee

Diving and snorkeling center.
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Aqua Coraya Water Park (can be booked locally for a fee):
"Aqua Coraya" water park with over 27 slides for adults and children (18 slides for adults and 8 slides for children). Snacks, soft drinks, and hot beverages are included during the day. The water park is open from 10 AM to 5 PM (slides are closed from 12 PM to 1 PM).

Wellness

Modern indoor pool with hot tub in stylish hotel setting and large glass frontage.
The beautiful Mivida Spa offers special relaxation moments with a sauna, steam bath, jacuzzi, and wellness treatments (for a fee).

Entertainment

The Steigenberger Resort Alaya offers entertainment with a daily animation program and live music and shows in the evenings.

Hotel contact

Wi-Fi is available free of charge throughout the resort (limited speed).
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Credit card

Visa, MasterCard, and American Express are accepted.

Hotel features

  • Adults Only
  • Animation
  • Directly on the beach
  • Shopping facilities
  • Hotel safe
  • Internet
  • Massages
  • Sandy beach
  • Sauna
  • Spa
  • Near the beach
  • Diving
  • Wi-Fi
  • Extended hygiene concept

Note

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Adults only (bookable for ages 16 and up).
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Accessible rooms are available upon request (DSP/DWP).
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As the reefs partly extend to the beach area, we recommend wearing water shoes.
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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 should be expected. This also applies if this hotel is booked after a Nile cruise.
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Seasonal information

Also bookable under RMFA39.

Tour operator category

5 Suns *****

Country category

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Last updated: 22.04.2026 16:02