Ägypten ∙ Kairo-Luxor-Assuan ∙ Marsa Alam

Nilkombi MS Steigenberger Minerva + True Beach Village

HSR444
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Travel information

Package combining a Nile cruise on the MS Steigenberger Minerva with 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. The next possible embarkation will always be taken.

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-stay at the hotel depends on your arrival day and the embarkation day. All transfers between the airport, hotel, and port are included.

MS Steigenberger Minerva

Route

Embarkation: Thursday
Route:.
Day 1:
Embarkation is on Thursdays.
Arrival and embarkation. Dinner and overnight on board in Luxor.
Day 2:
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 on board.
Day 3:
After breakfast, visit to the Temple of Habu (1,2,3).
Then continue sailing to Kom Ombo.
Lunch on board and sailing to Kom Ombo, where you will have free time.
Continue sailing to Aswan, dinner and overnight on board.
Day 4:
After breakfast, visit to 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.
Afternoon felucca ride on the Nile (1,2,3)
Then 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 morning at 3:30 AM, opportunity for an excursion to Abu Simbel by bus (2,3). Breakfast package included.
Lunch on board. Overnight and dinner on board.
Day 6:
Breakfast on board. Afterwards, 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, optional balloon excursion (can be booked on site).
Breakfast, visit to the East Bank, Karnak and Luxor Temples (1,2,3).
Lunch on board.
Dinner and overnight 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.
The excursion package in which the excursion is located is always indicated after the excursions in the route (Excursion Package Classic=1; Classic Plus=2; Premium=3)
The excursion packages can be booked as an option. Entrance fees are included in the excursion packages.
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Excursion Package Classic (bookable with booking code: NILKLASS)
Luxor Temple
Karnak Temple
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 pp
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Additional excursions in Excursion Package Classic Plus (bookable with booking code: NILKLASSP)
Day trip by bus to Abu Simbel.
-> Winter season 2025/2026, Summer season 2026: €429 pp*******************************************************
Additional excursions in Excursion Package Premium (bookable with booking code: NILPREMIUM)
Luxor Museum
Nubian Village in Aswan
-> Winter season 2025/2026, Summer season 2026: €482 pp

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 sqm, 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 available for single use (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 style (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 contact

Wi-Fi is available free of charge 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 note: Please note that for a flight to/from Hurghada or Marsa Alam, at least one overnight stay at the hotel is required before or after the Nile cruise.
No overnight stay is necessary for a flight to/from Luxor.
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Booking note: We reserve the right to rebook to another ship for economic reasons. In these cases, it will always be a higher-quality ship. The 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 a ship of equal value may be necessary to ensure the itinerary.
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As the offered ship is a motor vessel, operational noises may occur.
The ships sometimes dock one behind another or next to each other, so it may be necessary to cross other ships.
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It may be 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 "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 coastline with a bay in front with crystal-clear water, directly on the beach. Coral reefs in front invite snorkeling. 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 complex consists of two sections, the "True Beach Resort," which is particularly suitable for families, and the "True Beach Village" as an adults-only area, bookable for ages 16 and up. The complex has a total of 158 rooms spread across both sections and offers a spacious reception area with 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 spacious water landscape and offers a total of 4 different main pools that 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,” 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 can also find the bars “ILIOS Bar” and “Salt Bar.” Furthermore, guests of the Village section can 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 that offers various entertainment programs in the evening, as well as various shops, a hairdresser, and a spa area. Guests of the Village section can use both sections, but not vice versa. Sun loungers, umbrellas, and towels are included by 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 approx. 47 sqm and 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 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 available 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 available 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 sqm, located on the first floor, and 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 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 available for single use (J1M).

Jacuzzi Suite (Adult Only)

The Jacuzzi Suites (S2J) are approx. 47 sqm, located on the first floor on the first beach line with direct sea view, and 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 refilled daily), kettle, espresso machine (4 capsules included), and safe, seating area, and terrace. The Jacuzzi (heated) is located outside on the terrace. Also available 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 sqm, located on the beach with direct sea view, and offer 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 refilled daily), kettle, espresso machine (4 capsules included), and safe, dressing room, and seating area with dining table, as well as a terrace. The Lofts offer direct access to the swim-up pool (heated).

Jacuzzi Rooftop (Adult Only)

The Jacuzzi Rooftop rooms (SRT, approx. 87 sqm) are located on the first floor and offer a terrace with an outdoor Jacuzzi and partial sea view. They also 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 refilled daily), kettle, espresso machine (4 capsules included), and safe, as well as a living area with seating. Also available 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 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" with buffet 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 in the Village area (adults only) at the Greek restaurant.
Snacks are offered outdoors from 10:30 AM to 5 PM. Tea time from 3 PM to 4 PM with cake and pastries at 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" lobby bar, "Maya Pool Bar" pool bar in the resort area, "Sama Bar" roof top bar in the resort area, "Scarab Bar" pool bar in the Village area, "Salt Bar" (beach bar) on the beach, and the "ILIOS" bar directly on the beach (the last three mentioned bars are in the Village area). Opening hours vary by bar. Local alcoholic beverages are included from 10 AM to 12 AM, and non-alcoholic beverages from 6 AM to 12 AM. A midnight snack is offered from 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 with breakfast for a fee. Starting summer 2025, the Floating Breakfast will no longer be included in the All Inclusive.

Sports included

Fitness room with a range of exercise equipment (cardio and strength machines, for ages 16 and up, open from 8 AM to 8 PM). Also, a volleyball court on the beach and a 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. Various programs take place in the theater, located in the resort area, in the evenings.

Hotel contact

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

Hotelhinweis

The resort area is bookable under RMF333.
Beach shoes are recommended for entering the sea.
Tides may occur in Egypt.
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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 long transfers are to 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: 07.05.2026 19:42