Ägypten ∙ Kairo-Luxor-Assuan ∙ Marsa Alam

Nilkombi MS Nile Excellence & Ausflug + True Beach Resort

HRE333

Cruise details

MS Nile Excellence incl. Excursion

The MS Nile Excellence has a total of 30 modernly furnished outside 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 sip cool drinks from the three bars on board. A small bazaar and a cozy reading corner are also available. As of Winter 2024/25, the ship features a small fitness studio, freely accessible to all guests on board. To make your vacation perfect, you can relax on sun 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 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 cheerfully 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 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.
The Royal Suites also have a small table and two chairs on the balcony.

Single Suite

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

Economy Suite

The Economy Suites (S2Z) have the same amenities as the suites but are slightly smaller (approx. 21 sqm) and may not have a French balcony and seating area, but rather a non-opening window.

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 outdoor 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 flights to/from Luxor.
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The transfer time from Hurghada or Marsa Alam is 7-8 hours depending on the hotel's location.
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Due to seasonal low water levels of the Nile or due to congestion or maintenance of the Esna locks, the itinerary may change. In very rare cases, bus transfers or accommodation on an equivalent ship may be necessary to ensure the itinerary.
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As the ship offered is a motor ship, operational noise 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 giving tips on board, your local tour guide will collect a contribution 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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Nilkombi MS Nile Excellence & Ausflug + True Beach Resort

Combined product of a Nile cruise on the MS Nile Excellence and a beach holiday including all intermediate transfers. Accommodation in the hotel is always in the cheapest available room category. Boarding is always on Thursdays. The trip must be started at least one day in advance, as an overnight stay is mandatory. Boarding will always be the next possible one.
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 package 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, 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 to the Valley of the Kings (1,2,3). Lunch on board.
Afternoon sailing to Edfu. Dinner and overnight on board.
Day 3:
Continue sailing to Kom Ombo in the morning.
Lunch on board and visit to the Double Temple (1,2,3).
Continue sailing to Aswan, dinner and overnight on board.
Day 4:
In the morning, after breakfast, visit the Aswan High Dam (1,2,3).
Then visit the Temple of Philae by motorboat (1,2,3). Lunch on board.
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 box included.
Then back to Kom Ombo.
Lunch on board. Overnight and dinner on board.
Day 6:
Breakfast on board. Then the ship sails on to Esna. Dinner and overnight on board.
Day 7:
Breakfast. Then you have the opportunity to visit the Edfu Temple (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 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 itinerary are not included.
There is a German-speaking guide on board for the excursions.
The excursion package to which each excursion belongs is always 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
Hatshepsut Temple
Colossi of Memnon in Luxor
Edfu Temple
Felucca ride
Philae Temple
-> Winter season 2025/2026, Summer season 2026: €155 p.p.
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Additional excursions to the Classic package are included in 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 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 outside 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 sip cool drinks from the three bars on board. A small bazaar and a cozy reading corner are also available. As of Winter 2024/25, the ship features a small fitness studio, freely accessible to all guests on board. To make your vacation perfect, you can relax on sun 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 cheerfully 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 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.
The Royal Suites also have a small table and two chairs on the balcony.

Single Suite

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

Economy Suite

The Economy Suites (S2Z) have the same amenities as the suites but are slightly smaller (approx. 21 sqm) and may not have a French balcony and seating area, but rather a non-opening window.

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 buffet style. Selected national alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks included from 11 AM to 11 PM at the lounge/sun deck bar.
Afternoon coffee, tea, and pastries during the journey.
Daily refill of the minibar with 2 small bottles of water. The minibar is filled 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 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 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 PM.

Credit Card

MasterCard and VISA are accepted.

Hotel features

  • Cruises

Information

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 outdoor 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 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, the itinerary may 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 ship, operational noise 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 giving tips on board, your local tour guide will collect a contribution 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 *****

True Beach Resort

Location

View of a resort featuring multiple pools, sandy beach, and turquoise sea in the background.
Two wooden lounge chairs under a large straw umbrella on the beach overlooking the blue sea.
Two people walk on the beach between two wooden pavilions with white curtains.
Kite surfer on clear blue water with sandy beach in foreground and clear sky.
Illuminated entrance building and sign of TUI Beach Resort at night with clear sky.
The True Beach Resort, consisting of the sections "True Beach Resort" (bookable under RMF333, completely renovated) and the True Beach Village (bookable under RMF444, newly built), first opened its doors in December 2023. The complex, designed in an Arabic boho style, is located south of Marsa Alam on a fantastic stretch of coast with a bay in front featuring crystal-clear water in the first beach row. Coral reefs in front invite snorkeling (beach shoes recommended). Marsa Alam Airport is about 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 resort consists of two sections, the "True Beach Resort," which is particularly suitable for families, and the "True Beach Village" (bookable under RMF444), an adult-only area for guests aged 16 and over. The resort has a total of 158 rooms spread across both sections, featuring a spacious reception area with a lobby bar "True Lobby Bar" offering seating indoors and outdoors. The resort area has two large pools and a whirlpool integrated into the main pool (one of which is heated in winter). An island in the main pool, accessible via a wooden bridge, offers chill-out areas with loungers and beanbags for all ages. A children's pool and a kids' splash pool with various water features are located next to the kids' club and the adjacent playground with a sun sail. The main restaurant "El Manzil" offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner buffet style; additionally, the beachfront fish restaurant "Ritsa" is included once per stay. The three à la carte restaurants "El Tawla" (oriental), "NORI" (Asian fusion), and "ILIOS" (Greek) are located in the Village area and are available for a fee (adults only, reservation required). Furthermore, the resort features a pool bar "Maya," a rooftop bar "Sama Bar" (shisha available, for a fee), a theater offering various evening entertainment programs, a beach bar, and several shops, a hairdresser, and a spa area. The Village area is surrounded by an extensive water landscape and offers a total of 4 different main pools that run through the entire resort, as well as an infinity pool with a view of the crystal-clear bay (all pools are heated). In the middle of the pool landscape, you'll find a pool bar "Scarab Bar," the oriental restaurant "El Tawla," and a chaise lounge. Two more bars, "Salt Bar" and "ILIOS" Bar, are located directly on the beach in the Village area. Guests of the Village area can use both sections, but not vice versa. Sunbeds, umbrellas, and beach towels are included at the pool and on the beach.
A bright, open hotel lobby area with high ceilings, large windows, and minimalist furnishings.
Spacious hotel lounge with modern wooden chairs and sofas next to white walls and arches.
Bright hotel lounge with cozy sofas, armchairs, and a warm atmosphere.
Modern hotel with large windows and outdoor lighting at dusk.
Modern hotel outdoor area with wooden pergola and seating areas on paved terrace.
Bright, modern restaurant with blue chairs and decorative hanging lights.
Modern restaurant with wooden flooring and cozy seating areas in warm tones.
Modern dining area with cozy seating and cherry blossom wall decoration
Open beachfront restaurant with wooden flooring, set tables, and rattan lamps under a wooden roof.
View through an arch into a modern, spacious dining room with wooden beam ceiling and pendant lights.
Two wooden lounge chairs under a large straw umbrella on the beach overlooking the blue sea.
Modern hotel check-in with wooden stools and wall decoration
Modern hotel courtyard with cozy seating areas and warm lighting at sunset.
Terrace with seating area overlooking pool and hotel buildings at sunset.
Traditional terrace with wooden pergola, floor cushions, and a view of an oriental-style building.
Wooden structure over lounge chairs on sandy beach with palm trees and sea in the background.

Accommodation

Modern hotel room with double bed, seating area, and large window with curtains.
Modern hotel bathroom with sink, large mirror, and towels.
Modern, stylish hotel bathroom with large mirrors and elegant fixtures.
Modern shower cabin with brown striped privacy screen and patterned tiles

Double Room Superior

The cheerfully furnished Double Rooms Superior (DSU) have a bathroom with shower/WC, hairdryer, satellite TV, air conditioning, telephone, minibar (filled with 4 soft drinks and 2 small bottles of water upon arrival, water is refilled daily), kettle and safe, seating area, and terrace, and are approx. 47 sqm. Also bookable as type I (DSI) with the same amenities, limited availability, and special price. Optionally bookable for single use (DEU). Optionally available with side sea view (D2S/S1S) or direct sea view (DMU/EMU, as type I DMI). Bookable as swim-up rooms under RMF444.

Upgrade Double Room Superior Sea View

The room (UMB) offers the following additional amenities compared to the Double Room Superior Sea View:
- Fruit basket upon arrival
- Bottle of wine in the room
- 10% discount on treatments at the hotel's spa
This room is only available during selected travel periods and can only be booked from 26.2.-7.3.2026.

Double Room Superior Seafront

The Double Rooms Superior Seafront (RF2) have a bathroom with shower/WC, hairdryer, satellite TV, air conditioning, telephone, minibar (filled with 4 soft drinks and 2 small bottles of water upon arrival, water is refilled daily), kettle and safe, seating area, and terrace or balcony, and are approx. 47 sqm. The rooms are located in the buildings by the beach and offer pool and side sea views.
Also bookable for single use (RF1). Bookable as swim-up rooms under RMF444.

Family Room

The Family Rooms (DF2) have a bathroom with shower/WC, hairdryer, satellite TV, air conditioning, telephone, minibar (filled with 4 soft drinks and 2 small bottles of water upon arrival, water is refilled daily), kettle and safe, seating area, and balcony or terrace, and are approx. 47 sqm. The rooms have a king-size bed and a sofa bed (maximum two children).

Modern hotel room with large bed, sofa, and balcony with sea view
Modern hotel room with bed, sofa, and warm lighting elements.
Modern house with terrace and large garden under clear blue sky
Sunny terrace with two comfortable chairs and a small table next to a green garden.

Young Traveler Room

The Young Traveler Rooms (YST) are equipped like the Double Rooms Superior and are bookable for young adults aged 18-29. Limited availability and special price.
Bookable for W25/26.

Modern hotel room with large bed, seating area, and balcony overlooking the garden.
Modern hotel room with cozy double bed, two chairs, and round tables in a bright design.
Modern hotel room with two single beds and simple decor.
Sunny terrace with two comfortable chairs and a small table next to a green garden.

Family Suite

The Family Suites (2FS) have a bathroom with shower/WC, hairdryer, satellite TV, air conditioning, telephone, minibar (filled with 4 soft drinks and 2 small bottles of water upon arrival, water is refilled daily), kettle and safe, seating area, and terrace, and are approx. 60 sqm. In addition, these rooms have two bedrooms separated by a door.

Meals

All Inclusive

All Inclusive

Main restaurant "El Manzil" 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). From 11:30 AM to 5 PM, snacks are available at the pool bar. From 3 PM to 4 PM, tea time with cake and pastries in the lobby bar of the resort area. Once per stay, the seafood à la carte restaurant "Ritsa" is included (reservation required, depending on occupancy, the restaurant may not be open daily). Upon request, the following à la carte restaurants in the Village area can be visited for a fee (reservation required): Greek restaurant "ILIOS," Oriental restaurant "El Tawla," and Asian fusion restaurant "NORI" (depending on the day of the week, two of the restaurants are open, from 7-10 PM, opening hours may vary by season). The following bars are available: Lobby bar "True Lobby Bar," Pool bar "Maya," Rooftop bar "Sama Bar." Opening hours vary by bar. Local alcoholic drinks are included from 10 AM to midnight, and non-alcoholic drinks from 6 AM to midnight. A midnight snack is offered from midnight.
The minibar is stocked with 4 soft drinks and 2 small bottles of water upon arrival. Water is refilled daily.

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

Not included in All Inclusive

Freshly squeezed orange juice for breakfast is subject to a charge.

Sports Included

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

Sports for a Fee

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

Children's Program

For the little guests, there is a kids' club (ages 2-11, between 2 and 3 years only with parental accompaniment, German-speaking) with daily entertainment, a separate children's pool, a splash pool with various water features, and a playground with a sun sail.
Two children leaning on the pool edge with splashing water in the background.
Child playing on a wooden playground with slide and swings in the sand.
Water fountain shaped like an umbrella in a hotel pool under sunny weather
Water park with blue water features and palm trees on the beach under clear sky.
Water park with various water features and clear blue water under a blue sky.
Sunny pool area with umbrellas, lounge chairs, and water fountains under a blue sky.
Young person with painted face smiling in a room with others in the background.
Woman painting a child's face with a brush in a bright room.
Three young people sit at a table in a bright indoor space with plants in the background.

Wellness

Pool area with white loungers and column arches under blue sky
An outdoor pool with blue water surrounded by lounge chairs and light stone arches.
Modern pool area with fountain and lounge furniture beneath a columned archway.
Modern courtyard with white plaster, wooden chairs, and decorative elements under clear sky.
Modern wooden lounge chairs beside a pool in front of a light hotel wall under a blue sky.
Modern hammam room with marble walls, built-in niches, and a central stone fountain.
Bright wooden bench sauna with heater and ventilation in the wall
Modern outdoor area with bar counter, three wooden stools, and plants against a light wall.
Interior of a hair salon with two barber chairs and large mirrors on the wall.
Bright, modern lounge area with wooden chairs and large windows in the hotel.
A person receives a back massage in a spa or massage room.
Spacious spa area (use for a fee) with sauna, steam bath, swimming pool, and a range of massages. Also a beauty salon in the spa area.

Entertainment

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

Hotel Service

Wi-Fi is available throughout the resort and on the beach.
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Laundry service available for a fee. Baby cot available free of charge upon request.
Pillow menu available. Please contact reception for this.

Credit Card

Visa, Mastercard.

Hotel features

  • Chillout & Relaxation
  • Direct Beach Location
  • Family Friendly
  • Fitness
  • Children's Playground
  • Kids Club/Mini Club
  • Schauinsland-Reisen Original
  • Sandy Beach

Information

The Village area can be booked with swim-up rooms under RMF444.
Restaurants and bars in the Village area can be used by resort guests for a fee.
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Beach shoes are recommended for entering the sea.
Tides can occur in Egypt.
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Please note when choosing your hotel and destination airport that especially with the combination "Marsa Alam Airport - Hurghada Hotel" and vice versa "Hurghada Airport - Marsa Alam Hotel," very long distances must be covered and a long transfer time must be expected. This also applies if this hotel is booked after a Nile cruise.
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Hotel code: RMF333
"True Beach Resort" (RMF333) and "True Beach Village" (RMF444)
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The True Beach Resort offers a total of 2 rooms accessible for disabled persons (Double Room Superior/DSU/DEU/1DS or Double Room Superior Type I/DSI). Bookable only upon request.

Tour operator category

5 Suns *****

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Last updated: 22.04.2026 10:18