Ägypten ∙ Kairo-Luxor-Assuan ∙ Marsa Alam

Nilkombi MS Steigenberger Minerva + True Beach Resort

HSR333
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Travel information

Combined product consisting 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. Boarding always takes place on Thursdays. The trip must be started at least one day in advance, as an overnight stay is mandatory. Boarding will always be done on the next possible date.

Notice

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

MS Steigenberger Minerva

Route

Boarding: Thursday
Route:.
Day 1:
Boarding is on Thursdays.
Arrival and boarding. Dinner and overnight stay 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, sailing to Edfu. Dinner and overnight stay on board.
Day 3:
In the morning after breakfast, visit to the Temple of Habu (1,2,3).
Then continue to Kom Ombo.
Lunch on board and sailing to Kom Ombo where you have free time.
Continue sailing to Aswan, dinner and overnight stay on board.
Day 4:
In the morning after breakfast, visit to the Aswan High Dam and the Old Dam in Aswan (1,2,3).
Then visit to the Temple of Philae by motorboat (1,2,3). Lunch on board.
In the afternoon, a 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 stay 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 is included.
Lunch on board. Overnight stay and dinner on board.
Day 6:
Breakfast on board. Then visit to the Temple of Kom Ombo (1,2,3).
Then continue via Edfu and Esna to Luxor.
Overnight stay and dinner on board.
Day 7:
At 5 AM, excursion by balloon (optional, can be booked locally).
Breakfast, visit to the East Bank, the Temple of Karnak and the Temple of Luxor (1,2,3).
Lunch on board.
Dinner and overnight stay on board in Luxor.
Day 8:
Departure

The excursions listed in the route are not included.
There is a German-speaking guide on board for the excursions.
Behind the excursions in the route, 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 arrival: KW Service: NILKLASS)
Temple of Luxor
Temple of Karnak
Temple of Hatshepsut
Valley of the Kings in Luxor
Colossi of Memnon
Temple of Esna
Temple of Kom Ombo
Aswan High Dam
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 arrival: 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 arrival: 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), and 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 at a charge.

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 (each for a fee).

Credit card

MasterCard and VISA are accepted.

Hotel features

  • Cruises

Hotelhinweis

Booking information: Please note that for a flight to or 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 or from Luxor.
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Booking information: We reserve the right to rebook to another ship for economic reasons. In such cases, it will always be a higher-quality ship. The travel itinerary will not be affected.
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The transfer time from Hurghada or Marsa Alam is 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, 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 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 be the case that the ship is not always accessible without barriers.
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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, which consists 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 Arab boho style, is located south of Marsa Alam and situated on a fantastic stretch of coastline with a bay in front featuring crystal-clear water, directly on the beach. Coral reefs offshore invite snorkeling (swim shoes recommended). 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 sections: "True Beach Resort," which is particularly suitable for families, and "True Beach Village" (bookable under RMF444), an adult-only area open to guests aged 16 and over. The complex has a total of 158 rooms spread across both sections and offers a spacious reception area with a reception desk and a lobby bar "True Lobby Bar" with indoor and outdoor seating. The resort area features 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 splash pool with various water games are located next to the kids' club and the adjoining playground with a sunshade. The main restaurant "El Manzil" offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner in 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 complex has a pool bar "Maya," a rooftop bar "Sama Bar" (shisha available, for a fee), a theater offering various entertainment programs in the evening, a beach bar, and several shops, a hairdresser, and a spa area. The Village area is surrounded by a spacious water landscape and offers a total of 4 main pools that run throughout the complex, 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 will 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. Loungers, sun 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

Superior Double Room

The cheerfully furnished Superior Double Rooms (DSU) feature a bathroom with shower/WC, hairdryer, satellite TV, air conditioning, telephone, minibar (stocked upon arrival with 4 soft drinks and 2 small bottles of water, water is refilled daily), kettle and safe, seating area, and a terrace, measuring approximately 47 m². Also bookable as Type I (DSI) with the same amenities, limited availability, and special price. Optionally available for single occupancy (DEU). Optionally bookable with side sea view (D2S/S1S) or direct sea view (DMU/EMU, as Type I DMI). Swim-up rooms are bookable under RMF444.

Upgrade Superior Double Room Sea View

The room (UMB) offers the same amenities as the Superior Double Rooms Sea View, plus the following additional features:
- Fruit basket on arrival
- Bottle of wine in the room
- 10% discount on treatments in the hotel's spa area
The room is only available during selected travel periods and can only be booked from February 26th to March 7th, 2026.

Superior Double Room Seafront

The Superior Double Rooms Seafront (RF2) feature a bathroom with shower/WC, hairdryer, satellite TV, air conditioning, telephone, minibar (stocked upon arrival with 4 soft drinks and 2 small bottles of water, water is refilled daily), kettle and safe, seating area, and a terrace or balcony, measuring approximately 47 m². The rooms are located in the beachfront buildings and offer pool and side sea views.
Also bookable for single occupancy (RF1). Swim-up rooms are bookable under RMF444.

Family Room

The Family Rooms (DF2) feature a bathroom with shower/WC, hairdryer, satellite TV, air conditioning, telephone, minibar (stocked upon arrival with 4 soft drinks and 2 small bottles of water, water is refilled daily), kettle and safe, seating area, and a balcony or terrace, measuring approximately 47 m². 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 Superior Double Rooms 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) feature a bathroom with shower/WC, hairdryer, satellite TV, air conditioning, telephone, minibar (stocked upon arrival with 4 soft drinks and 2 small bottles of water, water is refilled daily), kettle and safe, seating area, and a terrace, measuring approximately 60 m². Additionally, these rooms have two separate bedrooms divided by a door.

Meals

All Inclusive

All Inclusive

Main restaurant "El Manzil" in buffet style in the resort area for breakfast (7-10 AM, times may vary by season), late riser 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). Snacks are available for guests at the pool bar from 11:30 AM to 5 PM. Tea time with cake and pastries is served in the resort's lobby bar from 3 PM to 4 PM. 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 PM to 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 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 upon arrival with 4 soft drinks and 2 small bottles of water. 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 available for a fee.

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 various exercise equipment (cardio and strength machines, for ages 16+, open from 8 AM to 8 PM). Additionally, 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, children between 2 and 3 must be accompanied by a parent, German-speaking) with daily animation, a separate children's pool, a splash pool with various water games, and a playground equipped with a sunshade.
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 massage services. Also includes a beauty salon in the spa area.

Entertainment

An animation team provides entertainment throughout the day in the resort area. Various programs take place in the theater, located in the resort area, in the evenings.

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 details.

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

Hotelhinweis

The Village area is bookable 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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Swim shoes are recommended for entering the sea.
Egypt experiences ebb and flow.
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Please note when choosing your hotel and arrival airport that, especially when combining "Marsa Alam Airport - Hurghada Hotel" and vice versa "Hurghada Airport - Marsa Alam Hotel", considerable distances must be covered and a long transfer can 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 guests (Superior Double Room/DSU/DEU/1DS or Superior Double Room Type I/DSI). Bookable on request only.

Tour operator category

5 Suns *****

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Last updated: 07.05.2026 19:42