Ägypten ∙ Kairo-Luxor-Assuan ∙ Luxor

7 Tage MS Steigenberger Minerva + 5 Tage True Beach Village

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Cruise details

MS Steigenberger Minerva

The Nile cruise ship of the renowned Steigenberger hotel chain has a total of 77 outside cabins spread across various decks. It also features a main restaurant, a 24-hour reception, a lounge bar, a hairdresser (on request), a souvenir shop, and a sun deck with a pool and bar. Beach towels are included on board.

Meals

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner as a buffet. Drinks are available for a fee.

Entertainment

Occasional folklore evenings

Cabins

Middle Deck Cabin

The comfortably furnished cabins, approx. 19 m², have a bathroom with shower/WC, hairdryer, individually adjustable air conditioning, satellite TV, telephone, safe, and minibar (for a fee), as well as a French balcony. Also bookable for single occupancy (KME).

Hotel room with small balcony and harbor view, decorated in warm tones.

Hotel notice

Booking note: Please note that if you have an outbound or return flight to/from Hurghada or Marsa Alam, at least one overnight stay in a hotel is required before or after the Nile cruise.
No overnight stay is necessary for an outbound and/or return flight to/from Luxor.
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The transfer duration from Hurghada or Marsa Alam is 4-5 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 offered is a motor ship, operating noises may occur.
The ships sometimes dock one behind the other or next to each other, so it may be necessary to cross other ships.
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It may happen that the ship is not always accessible without barriers.
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7 Days MS Steigenberger Minerva + 5 Days True Beach Village

Combined package of a Nile cruise on the MS Steigenberger Minerva 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.
Map

MS Steigenberger Minerva

Itinerary

Embarkation: Thursday
Itinerary: .
Day 1:
Embarkation is on Thursdays.
Arrival and embarkation. Dinner and overnight on board in Luxor.
Day 2:
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:
In the morning, after breakfast, visit the Temple of Habu (1,2,3).
Then continue sailing to Kom Ombo.
Lunch on board and sail to Kom Ombo where you will have free time.
Continue sailing to Aswan, dinner and overnight on board.
Day 4:
In the morning, after breakfast, visit the Aswan High Dam and the Old Dam in Aswan (1,2,3).
Then visit the Temple of Philae by motorboat (1,2,3). Lunch on board.
In the afternoon, felucca ride on the Nile (1,2,3)
Then the opportunity for a camel ride (3) on the way to visit a Nubian village with the desert on one side and the Nile on the other (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 box is included.
Lunch on board. Overnight and dinner on board.
Day 6:
Breakfast on board. Then visit the Temple of Kom Ombo (1,2,3).
Then continue via Edfu and Esna to Luxor.
Overnight and dinner on board.
Day 7:
At 5 AM, excursion by balloon (optional, can be booked on site).
Breakfast, visit the East Bank, Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple (1,2,3).
Lunch on board.
Dinner and overnight on board in Luxor.
Day 8:
Departure

The excursions listed in the itinerary are not included.
There is a German-speaking guide on board for the excursions.
Behind the excursions in the itinerary, it is always indicated which excursion package this excursion is part of (Excursion Package Classic=1; Classic Plus=2; Premium=3)
The excursion packages can be booked optionally. Entrance fees are included in the excursion packages.
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Excursion Package Classic (bookable with intro: KW Service: NILKLASS)
Luxor Temple
Karnak Temple
Temple of Hatshepsut
Valley of the Kings in Luxor
Colossi of Memnon
Temple of Esna
Temple of Kom Ombo
High Dam in Aswan
Felucca ride
Temple of Philae
->Winter season 2025/2026, Summer season 2026: 305.- € p.p.
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Additional excursions in Excursion Package Classic Plus (bookable with intro: KW Service: NILKLASSP)
Day trip by bus to Abu Simbel.
->Winter season 2025/2026, Summer season 2026: 429.- € p.p.*******************************************************
Additional excursions in Excursion Package Premium (bookable with intro: KW Service: NILPREMIUM)
Luxor Museum
Nubian Village in Aswan
->Winter season 2025/2026, Summer season 2026: 482.- € p.p.

Facilities

The Nile cruise ship of the renowned Steigenberger hotel chain has a total of 77 outside cabins spread across various decks. It also features a main restaurant, a 24-hour reception, a lounge bar, a hairdresser (on request), a souvenir shop, and a sun deck with a pool and bar. Beach towels are included on board.

Accommodation

Middle Deck Cabin

The comfortably furnished cabins, approx. 19 m², have a bathroom with shower/WC, hairdryer, individually adjustable air conditioning, satellite TV, telephone, safe, and minibar (for a fee), as well as a French balcony. Also bookable for single occupancy (KME).

Hotel room with small balcony and harbor view, decorated in warm tones.

Meals

Full Board

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner as a buffet. Drinks are available for a fee.

All Inclusive

All inclusive

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner in buffet form (a set menu may be served depending on occupancy). National alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks included from 11 AM to 10 PM.

Sports Included

Fitness equipment.

Wellness

Massages (for a fee).

Entertainment

Occasional folklore evenings

Hotel Service

Wi-Fi is free throughout the ship.
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Laundry service available for a fee.
24-hour room service, doctor (both for a fee).

Credit Card

MasterCard and VISA are accepted.

Hotel features

  • Cruises

Note

Booking note: Please note that if you have an outbound or return flight to/from Hurghada or Marsa Alam, at least one overnight stay in a hotel is required before or after the Nile cruise.
No overnight stay is necessary for an outbound and/or return flight to/from Luxor.
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The transfer duration from Hurghada or Marsa Alam is 4-5 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 offered is a motor ship, operating noises may occur.
The ships sometimes dock one behind the other or next to each other, so it may be necessary to cross other ships.
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It may happen that the ship is not always accessible without barriers.
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Tour operator category

5 Suns *****

True Beach Village

Location

Illuminated hotel entrance with 'Luxe Beach Resort' sign at night.
Drone view of a hotel with pool and outdoor sun loungers.
Small island with buildings in clear blue water near a barren coast.
Beach with dry palm trees, sandy area, and sea in the background
Empty sandy beach with calm turquoise sea under clear sky
Modern pool area with lounge chairs and large umbrellas next to a beach under a clear sky.
Large pool with beach view, sun umbrellas, and blue sky on a sunny day.
Person kite surfing on turquoise sea under clear sky near sandy beach.
The True Beach Resort, consisting of the sub-areas "True Beach Resort" (bookable under RMF333, completely renovated) and True Beach Village (bookable under RMF444, newly built), opened its doors for the first time in December 2023. The complex, designed in an Arabic boho style, is located south of Marsa Alam on a dreamlike coastline with a bay in front with crystal-clear water, directly on the beach. Coral reefs in front invite snorkeling. Marsa Alam Airport is approximately 90 kilometers from the hotel.

Facilities

The Schauinsland-Reisen original hotel was built in an elegant Bohemian style, combined with modern Arabic accents, offering a unique design in Egypt. The 5-star complex consists of two sub-areas, the "True Beach Resort," which is particularly suitable for families, and the "True Beach Village" as an adults-only area, bookable from 16 years of age. The complex has a total of 158 rooms, distributed between both sub-areas, and offers a spacious reception area with a reception desk and a lobby bar "True Lobby Bar" with seating inside and outside (located in the resort). On the first floor of the lobby is a rooftop bar "Sama Bar." The Village area of the resort (adults-only) is surrounded by a generous water landscape and offers a total of 4 different main pools, which run through the entire complex and are also the pools for the swim-up rooms, as well as an infinity pool offering a view of the crystal-clear bay (all pools are heated). In the middle of the pool landscape, you will find the pool bar "Scarab Bar" as well as the oriental restaurant "El Tawla" and a chaise lounge. Guests of the Village section also have access to a Greek restaurant "ILIOS" and an Asian restaurant "NORI," both located on the beach. On the beach, guests will also find the bars "ILIOS Bar" and "Salt Bar." Furthermore, guests of the Village section can also use the main restaurant "El Manzil" and the fish restaurant "Ritsa" (both located in the resort area). The resort area has two spacious pools and a whirlpool integrated into the main pool (main pool heated in winter). An island in the main pool, accessible via a wooden bridge, offers chill-out areas with loungers and beanbags for young and old. The complex also has the pool bar "Maya," a theater offering various entertainment programs in the evening, as well as various shops, a hairdresser, and a spa area. Guests of the Village section may use both areas, but not vice versa. Loungers, umbrellas, and beach towels are included at the pool and on the beach.
Modern hotel with warmly lit windows at sunset and palm trees in the foreground.
Hotel buildings with warm lights at night under a deep blue sky.
Cozy terrace with lounge furniture and garden lighting at a hotel during sunset.
Cozy hotel lobby area with modern furniture and large vase
Elegant hotel lounge with comfortable chairs and sofas in neutral tones.
Modern hotel bar with wooden stools and illuminated counter, bartenders serving drinks.
Open bar with chairs and tables on the beach at night under a lit ceiling.
Beach with wooden cabanas, white curtains, and a view of the blue sea.
Beach with palm trees, sun umbrellas, and lounge chairs under a clear blue sky.
Lit beach path with restaurant and sea view in the evening.
Man in pool next to round tray with breakfast bowls and plates.
Empty outdoor café area with white tables and chairs beside sandy beach and blue sky.
Modern restaurant with white walls, wooden chairs, and hanging wicker lamps.
Cozy seating with cushions and white curtains on a beach at sunset.
Beach with palm trees, sunshades, and private lounging areas under a sunny sky.

Accommodation

Bedroom with large bed and view of a pool through a glass sliding door.
Modern bedroom with double bed, chairs, and decorative elements in warm earthy tones.
Modern hotel bathroom vanity with large mirror and luxurious fixtures.
View through sliding glass door of a pool area with lounge chairs and sunset.

Swim Up Suite (Adult Only)

The Swim Up Suites (2SU) are approximately 47 m² and feature a bathroom with shower/WC, hairdryer, satellite TV, air conditioning, telephone, safe, minibar (stocked on arrival with 4 soft drinks and 2 small bottles of water, water is refilled daily), kettle, espresso machine (4 capsules included) and safe, seating area, and terrace. The rooms have direct access to the communal pool (heated).
Also bookable for single use (1SU).

Swim Up Seafront Suite (Adult Only)

With the same amenities as the 2SU, these (W2Q) are located on the beach and have access to the swim-up pool (heated) and direct sea view.
Also bookable for single use (W1Q).

Bright hotel room with a large bed, earth-toned pillows, and wall decorations.
Bright hotel room with two beds, view of pool and sea through large windows
Modern pool area with lounge chairs and large umbrellas next to a beach under a clear sky.
Modern hotel bathroom area with large vanity and two sinks.
Modern bedroom with double bed, chairs, and decorative elements in warm earthy tones.
Balcony with table, chair, drinks, swimming pool area with sun loungers and sea view under clear sky.
Modern hotel bathroom area with large vanity and two sinks.

Junior Suite Sea View (Adult Only)

The Junior Suites Sea View (J2M) are approx. 47 m² in size, located on the first floor, and feature a bathroom with shower/WC, hairdryer, satellite TV, air conditioning, telephone, safe, minibar (stocked on arrival with 4 soft drinks and 2 small bottles of water, water is refilled daily), kettle, espresso machine (4 capsules included) and safe (included), seating area, and balcony. Also available with pool view (J2P) or as Seafront (JF2).
Also bookable for single use (J1M).

Jacuzzi Suite (Adult Only)

The Jacuzzi Suites (S2J) are approx. 47 m², located on the first floor on the beachfront with direct sea view, and feature a bathroom with shower/WC, hairdryer, satellite TV, air conditioning, telephone, safe, minibar (stocked on arrival with 4 soft drinks and 2 small bottles of water, water is refilled daily), kettle, espresso machine (4 capsules included) and safe, seating area, and terrace. The jacuzzi (heated) is located outside on the terrace.
Also bookable for single use (S1J).

Brightly furnished bedroom with large window and sea view.
Hotel room with two beds, armchairs, large window, and sea view
Hot tub on a terrace overlooking a sandy beach and blue sea under a clear sky.
Modern hotel bathroom area with large vanity and two sinks.
Modern bedroom with double bed overlooking a pool through a large window.
Modern balcony with dining table, chairs, and sea view in a bright hotel room.
Modern living area with large dining table, sofas, and view of terrace with pool and sea.
Bright living room with cozy sofa, wall-mounted TV, and modern staircase.

Loft (Adult Only)

The Lofts (L2G) are approx. 86 m², located on the beachfront with direct sea view, and spread over two floors with two bathrooms with shower/WC, hairdryer, satellite TV, air conditioning, telephone, safe, minibar (stocked on arrival with 4 soft drinks and 2 small bottles of water, water is refilled daily), kettle, espresso machine (4 capsules included) and safe, dressing room, and seating area with dining table, and terrace. The lofts offer direct access to the swim-up pool (heated).

Jacuzzi Rooftop (Adult Only)

The Jacuzzi Rooftop rooms (SRT, approx. 87 m²) are located on the first floor and offer a terrace with an outdoor jacuzzi and partial sea view. Furthermore, the rooms have a bathroom with shower/WC, hairdryer, satellite TV, air conditioning, telephone, safe, minibar (stocked on arrival with 4 soft drinks and 2 small bottles of water, water is refilled daily), kettle, espresso machine (4 capsules included) and safe, as well as a living area with seating.
Also bookable for single use (ERT).

Brightly furnished hotel room overlooking a pool and a terrace.
Bright hotel room with bed, desk, bedroom area, and sea view from the balcony.
Modern hotel room with large bed, seating area, and access to a terrace.
Bright living room with curved sofa, wooden table, and terrace sea view.

Young Traveler Room

The Young Traveler Rooms (YTR) are equipped like the Junior Suites with Pool View and are bookable for young adults aged 18-29. Limited availability and special price.

Meals

All Inclusive

Bright restaurant with wooden furniture and large windows overlooking the sea.

All Inclusive

Main restaurant "El Manzil" in buffet style in the resort area for breakfast (7-10 AM, times may vary by season), late risers' breakfast (10-11 AM, times may vary by season), lunch (12:30-2:30 PM, times may vary by season) and dinner (6:30-9:30 PM Winter Season, 7-10 PM Summer Season).
Alternatively, an à la carte breakfast is available daily for guests in the Village area (adults only) at the Greek restaurant.
Snacks are offered from 10:30 AM to 5 PM in the outdoor area. Tea time from 3-4 PM with cake and pastries in the lobby bar. In addition, the following à la carte restaurants are included daily: Seafood Restaurant "Ritsa" (located in the resort area, included only once per stay, reservation required, may not be open daily depending on occupancy), Greek Restaurant "ILIOS," Oriental Restaurant "El Tawla," and Asian Fusion Restaurant "NORI" (reservation required, two of the restaurants are open depending on the day of the week, from 7-10 PM, opening hours may vary by season). The following bars are available: "True Lobby Bar," pool bar in the resort area "Maya Pool Bar," rooftop bar "Sama Bar" in the resort area, pool bar in the Village area "Scarab Bar," Salt Bar (Beach Bar) on the beach, and the "ILIOS" Bar directly on the beach (the last three bars mentioned are located in the Village area). Opening hours vary by bar. Local alcoholic beverages are included from 10 AM to midnight, and non-alcoholic beverages from 6 AM to midnight. A midnight snack is offered after midnight.
The minibar is stocked on arrival with 4 soft drinks and 2 small bottles of water. Water is refilled daily.

Not included in All Inclusive

Freshly squeezed orange juice for breakfast for a fee. From summer '25, the Floating Breakfast will no longer be included in All Inclusive.

Sports Included

Fitness room with a range of equipment (cardio and strength machines, for ages 16 and up, open from 8 AM to 8 PM). Also, a beach volleyball court and daily animation/sports program (e.g., yoga classes on the beach).
Modern gym with various workout equipment and a view through large windows.
Gym room with various workout machines and large window with outside view.
Bright gym with large windows overlooking the city.
Modern gym with equipment and large windows overlooking the city.
Bright gym with treadmills, weights, and a wall mirror.

Sports for a Fee

Dive center at the hotel (PADI certified, local provider, for a fee).

Wellness

Cozy outdoor pool area with lounge chairs and beige walls under sunny skies.
Pool area with white arches and lounge chairs under a clear blue sky.
Pool with fountain in front of a building with arches and lounge chairs.
Modern pool area with lounge chairs and light concrete under clear sky
Bright outdoor area with a bar, three wooden stools, and modern decor.
Bright lounge with wooden armchairs, plants, and large arched window with view.
Luxurious spa room with warm light stone walls and built-in water feature.
Bright wooden sauna with bench seating and a heater in the corner.
Modern hair salon with black chairs and large mirrors.
Modern pool area with curved wooden loungers and white walls under blue sky
Empty wooden loungers beside a pool in front of whitewashed walls and arch windows.
Spacious spa area with sauna, steam bath, swimming pool, and a range of massages (for a fee). Also, a beauty salon in the spa area (for a fee, reservation required).

Entertainment

An animation team provides entertainment throughout the day in the resort area. In the theater, located in the resort area, various evening programs take place.

Hotel Service

Wi-Fi is available throughout the complex and on the beach.
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Laundry service for a fee. Baby cot available free of charge, subject to availability.
Pillow menu available. Please contact reception for this.

Credit Card

Visa, Mastercard.

Hotel features

  • Direct Beach Location
  • Adults Only
  • Air Conditioning
  • Chillout & Relaxation
  • Luxury Travelers
  • Sandy Beach
  • Romance & Honeymooners
  • Schauinsland-Reisen Original
  • Spa
  • Wi-Fi
  • Diving

Note

The resort area is bookable under RMF333.
Swimming shoes are recommended for entering the sea.
There may be ebb and flow in Egypt.
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Please note when choosing your hotel and departure airport that, especially when combining "Marsa Alam Airport - Hurghada Hotel" and vice versa "Hurghada Airport - Marsa Alam Hotel," very long distances have to be covered and a long transfer must be expected. This also applies if this hotel is booked after a Nile cruise.
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Hotel code: RMF444
"True Beach Resort" (RMF333) and "True Beach Village" (RMF444)

Tour operator category

5 Suns *****

Country category

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Last updated: 21.04.2026 14:34