Ägypten ∙ Kairo-Luxor-Assuan ∙ Marsa Alam

Nilkombi MS Nile Excellence & Ausflug + Jaz Lamaya

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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 onboard bars. Furthermore, a small bazaar and a cozy reading corner are available. As of Winter 2024/25, the ship has 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 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 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 evenings.

Cabins

Suite

The brightly furnished suites (S2) are approx. 24 m² 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 bookable for single occupancy (1SA).

Royal Suite

The Royal Suites (RS) have the same amenities as the suites but are larger (approx. 37 m²). 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 m² and otherwise have the same amenities as the suites, but with only one single bed and no seating area.

Economy Suite

The economy suites (S2Z) are slightly smaller (approx. 21 m²) than the suites with otherwise identical amenities, and may have a non-opening window instead of a French balcony and seating area.

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 for return 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 return 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, 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 vessel, operational noises may occur.
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The ships sometimes dock one behind the other or next to each other, 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 constantly 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 will be 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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Nilkombi MS Nile Excellence & Excursion + Jaz Lamaya

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. Embarkation is always on Thursdays. The trip must be started at least one day in advance, as an overnight stay is mandatory. Embarkation will always be on the next possible date.
Map

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 change.
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 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.
Sailing to Edfu in the afternoon. Dinner and overnight on board.
Day 3:
Sailing to Kom Ombo in the morning.
Lunch on board and visit to the double temple (1,2,3).
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. Afterwards, the ship sails on to Esna. Dinner and overnight on board.
Day 7:
Breakfast. Afterwards, you have the option to visit the Temple of Edfu (1,2,3).
Then the ship sails on to Luxor.
Once there, 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 excursions.
The excursion package for each excursion is indicated in parentheses 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 via email to: res.aegypten@schauinsland-reisen.de)
Luxor Temple
Karnak Temple
Temple of Hatshepsut
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: (bookable via email to: 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: (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 onboard bars. Furthermore, a small bazaar and a cozy reading corner are available. As of Winter 2024/25, the ship has 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 view of the landscape along the Nile.
Deck plan of the Nile cruise ship Nile Excellence showing cabins and facilities.

Accommodation

Suite

The brightly furnished suites (S2) are approx. 24 m² 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 bookable for single occupancy (1SA).

Royal Suite

The Royal Suites (RS) have the same amenities as the suites but are larger (approx. 37 m²). 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 m² and otherwise have the same amenities as the suites, but with only one single bed and no seating area.

Economy Suite

The economy suites (S2Z) are slightly smaller (approx. 21 m²) than the suites with otherwise identical amenities, and may have a non-opening window instead of a French balcony and seating area.

Meals

Full Board

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.

All Inclusive

All Inclusive

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner in buffet style. Selected national 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. 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 offered for additional relaxation (for a fee).

Entertainment

Occasional evening entertainment with folklore or oriental evenings.

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 12:00 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.
**************************************
Booking note: Please note that for return 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 return flights 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 offered is a motor vessel, operational 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.
It may not always be possible to access the ship barrier-free.
**************************************
Egypt is the land of Baksheesh: To save you the stress of constantly 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 will be 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 *****

JAZ Lamaya

Location

A quiet sandy beach with clear blue water and houses in the background under a blue sky.
Large hotel pool with palm trees and sun loungers under clear sky
Amusement park with water slides and pool at sunset in a desert setting.
The JAZ Lamaya hotel is situated in a slightly elevated position above the beach bay of Madinat Coraya. The beautiful, intact house reef with corals that extend to the shore in places offers ideal conditions for snorkeling and diving. The access to the sea is about 150 meters from the hotel. There is a jetty leading into the water directly at the hotel. Numerous shops, bars, and a beautiful promenade can be found in the idyllic harbor town of Port Ghalib. The distance to Port Ghalib and Marsa Alam Airport is approximately 8 km.

Facilities

This hotel complex has been specifically designed for a relaxing family holiday. The very elegant and spacious resort is built in a Moorish-Oriental style and comprises a total of 389 rooms, distributed across a main building and several two- and three-story residential buildings. The hotel features a stylish lobby with a reception area and seating, a main restaurant with a non-smoking section, a hairdresser, several shops, a bar, and an amphitheater. The extensive outdoor area boasts a generously designed pool landscape with four swimming pools (three of which are heated in winter), a separate children's pool (heated in winter), a hangout area, and a beach/pool bar, as well as a new food court on the beach offering snacks, drinks, and desserts. Beach towels, sun loungers, and umbrellas are provided free of charge at the hotel's private beach and by the pools. The Coraya water park is within walking distance and will delight children.
Hotel pool with swimmers, palm trees, and a view of the sandy beach and sea in the background.
Modern lounge with long white sofa, blue cushions, and wooden flooring.
Open pavilion with shade roof on sandy beach overlooking the sea.

Accommodation

Bright hotel room with large double bed, flat-screen TV, and balcony with terrace view.

Double Room Superior (DSU)

The spacious rooms (approx. 37 m²) feature a shower/WC, hairdryer, air conditioning/heating, safe, satellite TV, telephone, minibar (for a fee), tea/coffee making facilities, and a balcony or terrace with garden view. A large bottle of water per person is provided daily free of charge for all room types.
Available for an extra charge with pool view (DSP).
Also bookable for single occupancy (DEU/ESP/UME).
(Additionally bookable under RMFA02)

Double Room Deluxe (DD2)

With the same amenities as the Double Superior, but larger (approx. 45 m²).
Also available with pool view (PDD) or sea view (DM2).

Family Room (DF2)

Same amenities as the Double Superior with garden view, but larger (approx. 45 m²) with a room for children separated by a curtain, and a bottle of water per person daily.
Also available with pool view (FP2) or sea view (F2M) for an extra charge.
(Additionally bookable under RMFA02)

Bright hotel room with large bed, TV, and balcony overlooking greenery.
Modern hotel room with purple sofas and sea view from the balcony.
Bright hotel room with large bed, TV, and balcony overlooking greenery.
Cozy living area with two burgundy sofas and view into a bedroom with balcony.
Modern hotel room with purple sofas and sea view from the balcony.

Family Room Deluxe (2DF)

Same amenities as the Double Superior, but larger (approx. 45 m²) with a room for children separated by a sliding door.
Also available with pool view (FPD) or sea view (2FM).
(Additionally bookable under RMFA02.)

Junior Suite (JS2)

With the same amenities as the Double Superior, but larger (75 m²) and with an additional living area.
(Additionally bookable under RMFA02)

Superior Room Type A (RMFA02)

With the same amenities as the Superior rooms, they may have a balcony or terrace and are limited in contingent.

Bright hotel room with large double bed, flat-screen TV, and balcony with terrace view.

Meals

All Inclusive

All Inclusive

Breakfast from 7-10 am, late riser breakfast at the beach bar from 10:30-11:30 am, lunch and dinner in buffet style. Various snacks, soft drinks, and ice cream from midday at the pool and beach bar, afternoon tea time with a selection of coffee, tea, and cake.
Local alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks served in glasses, as well as cocktails from 10 am to midnight (all drinks in glasses, self-service).
Once per stay, dinner in one of the à la carte restaurants in Madinat Coraya (subject to availability): "NINO'S Italian Restaurant," "Sofra Oriental Restaurant," "Momo" Asian Restaurant, and "Sabbar" with a menu selection of Italian, Oriental, and seafood dishes.

Dine Around

Dinner can be taken in one of the à la carte restaurants in Madinat Coraya. Dinner is only possible with prior reservation and is included once per stay.
The following restaurants are available in Madinat Coraya:
- Asian restaurant "MoMo"
- Italian restaurant "Nino's"
- Oriental restaurant "Sofra"
- Seafood restaurant "Seahorse"
- Mediterranean restaurant "Morgana"

Sports included

Modern gym with workout equipment on blue floor in a bright room.
Three women practicing yoga on a wooden deck at the beach under a sunshade.
Fitness room (ages 16+), aerobics, gymnastics, boccia, beach volleyball, football, table tennis, tennis (rackets included, floodlights at a fee), water polo, jogging path, darts, and billiards (ages 16+).
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Unlimited free entry to the "Aqua Coraya" aqua park. A total of 26 slides for adults and children (18 slides for adults and 8 slides for children - minimum height 1.20m). Snacks, soft drinks, and hot drinks are included during the day. The aqua park is open from 10 am to 5 pm (slides are closed from 12 pm to 1 pm).

Children's program

International Kids' Club (4-12 years), mini disco, and playground. Children's menus and high chairs available in the restaurant. Baby lounge for families with babies in the Kids' Club.
Children playing in a colorful indoor and outdoor play area of a daycare or playroom.
Modern living room with white sofa, blue and green pillows, and small round wooden tables
Living room with blue armchairs, TV on small table, and large wooden wall shelf with turquoise background.
A shaded playground with slide and climbing frame over a sandy area.

Wellness

Indoor pool with blue painted walls, columns, and seating areas on both sides.
Wood sauna with tiered benches and warm lighting
Health Club (use from age 16) and steam bath.
Massages, Mividaspa, jacuzzi, and sauna (for a fee).

Entertainment

Various sports activities and entertainment during the day. On 6 days of the week, national dance shows and live music in the evenings.

Hotel service

Wi-Fi is available throughout the complex free of charge (limited data volume).
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Laundry service, pharmacy, hotel doctor, hairdresser (each for a fee).
ATMs and currency exchange machines available.

Credit card

Mastercard, Visa, Maestro.

Hotel features

  • Internet
  • Children's playground
  • Diving
  • Tennis
  • Wi-Fi
  • Sauna
  • Fitness
  • Kids' Club/Mini Club
  • Air conditioning
  • Water slides
  • Children's pool
  • Massages
  • Spa
  • Shopping facilities
  • Sandy beach
  • Family-friendly
  • Direct beach location
  • Extended hygiene concept

Hotelhinweis

Please note that overbookings cannot be requested!
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As the reefs partly grow into 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", significant 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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There are no accessible rooms.
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Zusatzhinweis

GORAYFAT BAY, PO BOX 5
MARSA ALAM/EGYPT
0020-653750030
0020-653750039
reservation.lamaya@jazhotels.com

Seasonal information

Additionally bookable under RMFA02.

Tour operator category

5 Suns *****

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Last updated: 24.04.2026 14:45