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Modern hotel room with two double beds, desk, lamps, and balcony with a view.
Modern bathroom with large wall mirror, sink, and glass shower enclosure.
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Modern hotel room with large bed, nightstand, and comfortable armchairs in warm lighting.
A walk-in closet with built-in safe and illuminated wooden shelves next to a bathroom.
Bright bathroom with double sinks, large mirrors, and glass shower enclosure.
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Ägypten ∙ Luxor-Assuan ∙ Luxor

7 Tage Steigenberger Minerva + 5 Tage Fort Arabesque Resort

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Location

The resort, built in Arabic style, impresses with its proximity to the beautiful sandy beach. The Fort Arabesque is located on the charming shores of Makadi Bay, approx. 30 km south of Hurghada. The center of Hurghada with many restaurants, bars and shopping facilities is approx. 30 km away. Hurghada Airport is approx. 30 km away.
Modern hotel with balconies, pink flowers, green plants, and a partly cloudy sky.
Modern hotel pool with blue water and white buildings under clear sky
Aerial view of a seaside resort with beach, sun loungers, and clear blue water.
Aerial view of a large beachfront resort with umbrellas and sunbeds along the sandy shore near clear blue water.
Aerial view of a tropical beach with sand, sun umbrellas, and clear turquoise water.
Resort with multiple buildings, curved pools, palm trees, and green landscaped gardens at sunset.

Facilities

Spacious modern hotel lobby with abundant natural light and comfortable seating.
Empty beach area with chairs, tables, and umbrellas next to colorful flowers at sunset.
Beach terrace with loungers, umbrellas, and a clear sky sea view.
Covered restaurant terrace with tables and chairs, surrounded by palm trees and garden.
Sunny garden pathway lined with palm trees and vibrant plants under a clear blue sky.
Hotel building with well-maintained garden and palm trees under clear blue sky.
View of a well-kept hotel garden with palm trees and the sea in the background under a blue sky.
Modern restaurant with wooden tables, stools, and decorative wooden spoons on the wall.
Bright sunlit room with white armchairs, tables, and plants in front of large windows.
Woman relaxing in pool with a view of a vast landscape.
Elegant dining table with views of palm trees and beach at a hotel restaurant.
Brightly designed interior of a restaurant with tropical leaf patterns on walls and modern furniture.
Hotel outdoor area with covered terrace, chairs and tables next to palm trees.
Outdoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs under a sunshade.
Beachside restaurant with tables and palm trees by the sea at sunset.
Swing bed with cushions under a canopy at the beach with sea view.
The stylish hotel complex Fort Arabesque is divided into three areas: the Fort Arabesque Resort, the Westbay (Adults-only) and Fort Arabesque The Villas (Adults-only).
The Fort Arabesque Resort has 330 comfortable rooms, a reception, an elevator, and various shops. Culinary specialties are offered in the buffet restaurant. Various bars, such as the "Red Rocks" lobby bar, provide refreshment. In the well-kept outdoor area, you will find seven swimming pools (three heated in winter) and two children's pools.
The Westbay Adults Only (from 16 years) is equipped with 247 rooms and suites, an elevator, and a reception. A buffet restaurant (from summer 25 with a Mexican corner), the "Sunset Bar", "Lobby Bar" and "Windbreaker Bar" cater to your culinary needs. An adult pool (heated in winter) is available in the outdoor area. From summer 25, the Westbay will also have a Greek Seafood Restaurant (reservations required).
The Fort Arabesque The Villas (bookable from 16 years) has 65 modern villas and an elevator to reach the sea-view villas. The hotel's amenities include two à la carte restaurants, "The Pavilion" (breakfast and dinner) and "Club159" (lunch and dinner).
Sun loungers, umbrellas, and bath towels are included in all areas by the pools and on the beach.

Accommodation

Superior Double Room Sea View

The Superior Double Rooms Sea View (DMU) are comfortably equipped with bath/shower/WC, hairdryer, telephone, safe, satellite TV, minibar (water included), coffee and tea making facilities, individually adjustable air conditioning, and a balcony with sea view.
Also bookable for single use (UME).
(Additionally bookable under HRGB21 with DMU/DME/KMY.)

Spacious hotel room with two beds, balcony, desk, TV, and modern decor.
Hotel room with two beds, sofa, rug, and light wall decorations.
Bright hotel room with two double beds and access to a balcony.
Balcony with wicker chairs and table, overlooking palm trees and sky.
Bright hotel room with two beds, flat-screen TV, desk, and decorative wicker wall elements.
Bright hotel room with two beds, rugs, and balcony overlooking garden
Cozy hotel room with two beds, wooden furniture, warm lighting, and a plant near the entrance.
Cozy hotel room with two beds, desk, plants, and access to a balcony.

Family Room

The Family Rooms (DF2) have the same amenities as the double rooms but are more spacious, located on the ground floor, and have a garden view.
(Additionally bookable under HRGB21 with DF2.)

Deluxe Family Room

The renovated Deluxe Family Rooms (2DF) are equipped like the family rooms and have a large room (approx. 42 m²) with a king-size bed and a bunk bed for children. The rooms overlook the Jungle Pool.
The rooms have the following additional amenities:
- The rooms are in close proximity to the Baby Club for children under 3 years old
- Stroller
- Children's toys in the garden
- Smart TV
- Laundry service for children's clothes
- Basket with diapers and baby oil
- Iron and ironing board (on request)
- free high-speed Wi-Fi
- Food for children such as mashed potatoes, carrots, or vegetables (on request)
- Selection of cartoons for children (on request)
- a haircut for a man (once per stay)
- a nail treatment at the beauty center for a woman (once per stay)
When booking this room with three adults, no extra bed is provided. The 3rd person sleeps in the bunk bed (dimensions: 190 cm x 120 cm)
(Additionally bookable under HRGB21 with 2DF and sea-facing with KY6 and as Family Room Deluxe Type A (ADF)).

Hotel room with bed, sofa, curtains, glass door, and outdoor view in warm lighting.
Modern bathroom with illuminated mirror, wall-mounted sink, towels, and plastic step stool.
Cozy hotel room with large bed, sofa, and bright baby crib by sunlit window.
Bright hotel room with two beds and access to a balcony with garden view.
Modern hotel room with double bed, blue blanket, and balcony overlooking palm trees.

Adults Only Comfort Double Room

The Adults Only Comfort Double Rooms with garden view (DKO) have been renovated and are equipped with bath/shower/WC, hairdryer, telephone, safe, satellite TV, minibar (water, soft drinks, and beer included - daily refill), coffee and tea making facilities, individually adjustable air conditioning, and a balcony or terrace.
The rooms are located in the West Wing and are only bookable for adults (16 years and older).
Also bookable for single use (EOM).
From winter, also bookable as a Young Traveller room for young adults aged 18-29 (birth date must be entered when booking)
(Additionally bookable from winter under HRGB22 and HRGB21 as Comfort Double Room (2CD/1CD)).

Adults Only Junior Suite Sea View

The Adults Only Junior Suites (JAO) are more spacious than the double rooms and, with the same amenities as the West Wing double rooms, consist of a seating area, a bathroom, and a sleeping area with a sea view.
The rooms are located in the West Wing and are only bookable for adults (16 years and older).
Breakfast and dinner in the exclusive "The Pavilion" restaurant. Lunch and dinner at "Club159".
From winter, also bookable as a Young Traveller room for young adults aged 18-29 (birth date must be entered when booking)
(Additionally bookable from winter under HRGB22 with J2M.).

Bright hotel room with two double beds, rugs, a TV, and a balcony with daylight.
Cozy hotel room with two beds, seating area, and wall decorations.
Modern hotel room with two double beds, desk, lamps, and balcony with a view.
Modern bathroom with large wall mirror, sink, and glass shower enclosure.
Hotel room with two large beds, desk, and balcony overlooking a palm-filled landscape.

Adults Only Premium Double Room Sea View

The Adults Only Premium Double Rooms (PDZ) have the same amenities as the Westbay double rooms, but with a sea view.
The rooms are located in the West Wing and are only bookable for adults (16 years and older).
(Additionally bookable from winter under HRGB22 with PDZ/PEZ and under HRGB21 as PDM/3PM).

Elite Suite

The Elite Suites (ES2) are equipped like the double rooms, but are more spacious and have a sleeping area with a king-size bed, a bathroom, and a living area. The rooms have a side sea view and are located in the West Wing.
From winter, also bookable as a Young Traveller room for young adults aged 18-29 (birth date must be entered when booking)

Modern hotel room with large bed, nightstand, and comfortable armchairs in warm lighting.
A walk-in closet with built-in safe and illuminated wooden shelves next to a bathroom.
Bright bathroom with double sinks, large mirrors, and glass shower enclosure.

Deluxe Double Room (HRGB21)

The Deluxe Double Rooms (DD2, approx. 43m²) are similar in furnishings to the double rooms, but have a king-size bed and a single bed, which are visually separated by a wooden partition.
Also bookable facing the sea (X2M/X1M).

Modern hotel complex with whitewashed buildings and a clear blue pool under a blue sky.
Modern bedroom with double bed, nightstand, floor lamp, and balcony door
Modern living room with gray sofa, colorful cushions and view of terrace and sea.
Pool area with loungers, plant decor, and sea view under clear sky.

Villa

The Villas (V12) are spacious (approx. 55m²) and have a separate bedroom with an en-suite bathroom and a separate living room. Furthermore, the villas have direct pool access (heated in winter) and a sun terrace with loungers, a couch, and parasols, a luxurious bathroom with a rain shower, high-quality Egyptian cotton bed linen, an LCD flat-screen TV with international channels, a minibar (daily refill with water, soft drinks, and beer), tea and coffee making facilities, and free Wi-Fi.
The minimum age for children in the villas is 16 years.
Also bookable at an additional charge with sea view (M12).
(Additionally bookable under HRGB21 as Villa Sea View SwimUp, M12).
When booking the villas, the following amenities are included:
- Private check-in/check-out
- Dinner either in the exclusive "The Pavilion" or "Club159"
- Beach Service Plus
- free access to the gym
- High-speed Wi-Fi in the villas and public areas
- 15% discount on the Vareena Spa
- free laundry service (excluding drying)
- a haircut for men (once per stay)
- a nail treatment for women (once per stay)
- Minibar stocked with soft drinks, beer, 2 small bottles of wine, snacks)
- Espresso machine
- Selection of various international teas
- daily fresh fruit and small pastries
- Breakfast in the room (on request)
- from 1 PM to 5 PM, a selection of pizzas at "Club159"
- Beach club in Mexican boho style with beach cabanas

2 Bedroom Villa

The 2 Bedroom Villas (VB3) offer plenty of space (approx. 91m²) and, with otherwise the same amenities as the Villas (V12), have two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and direct pool access (heated in winter) via the terrace.
The minimum age for children in the 2 Bedroom Villas is 16 years.
When booking the villas, the following amenities are included:
- Private check-in/check-out
- Dinner either in the exclusive "The Pavilion" or "Club159"
- Beach Service Plus
- free access to the gym
- High-speed Wi-Fi in the villas and public areas
- 15% discount on the Vareena Spa
- free laundry service (excluding drying)
- a haircut for men (once per stay)
- a nail treatment for women (once per stay)
- Minibar stocked with soft drinks, beer, 2 small bottles of wine, snacks)
- Espresso machine
- Selection of various international teas
- daily fresh fruit and small pastries
- Breakfast in the room (on request)
- from 1 PM to 5 PM, a selection of pizzas at "Club159"
- Beach club in Mexican boho style with beach cabanas
(Additionally bookable under HRGB23 with VDU.).

White Mediterranean hotel buildings with a clear blue pool under a bright blue sky.
Cozy hotel room with double bed, patterned cushions, TV, lamp, and balcony door letting in natural light.
Modern bathroom with shower, sink, toilet, and bidet in a hotel room.
Bright hotel lounge with tall windows, seating, and rug in front of terrace with pool

Grand Family Suite (HRGB21)

The Grand Family Suite is approx. 51m² and has two separate bedrooms. One bedroom is equipped with a double bed and the second bedroom with two single beds. The Grand Family Suite has one bathroom and a terrace or balcony (GR2).

West Bay Junior Suite Adults Only (HRGB21)

The "West Bay" Junior Suites are bookable for adults only and are approx. 61-75 m² in size. The amenities include two double beds, a seating area, and a bathroom with a shower or bathtub (JS2/JS3).

All Inclusive

All Inclusive

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner in buffet form.
Coffee, tea, and ice cream in the afternoon. Local
alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks from 9 AM to midnight at some bars.
All Inclusive snacks from 10 AM to 5 PM.

Premium All Inclusive

The Premium All Inclusive board includes the following amenities:
- Free entry to the fitness studio
- Discount on the Vareena Spa
- High-speed Wi-Fi in the villas and public areas
- Access to all bars, including high-quality local alcohol and cocktails
- "The Pavilion" and "Club 159" are included for dinner
- Beach service plus with umbrella and ice box with desired drinks
Please note that Premium All Inclusive is already included in the price for the following room types: Junior Suite, Elite Suite, Villa, Sea View Villa, 2 Bedroom Villa.

not included in All Inclusive and Premium All Inclusive

imported alcoholic beverages

Sports Included

Aqua aerobics, beach volleyball, beach soccer, bocce, table tennis, gym (included only with Premium AI booking), otherwise for a fee.

Sports for a Fee

Tennis (floodlights, rackets and balls, and tennis lessons for a fee) and billiards, as well as various water sports through local providers on the beach.

Children's Program

A mini-club for children (4-12 years) is available.

Wellness

Hotel lounge with modern chandelier, comfortable seating, and polished tiled floor under a coffered ceiling.
Modern indoor pool with waterfall and wooden paneling in a wellness area.
Modern bathroom with rain showers, wooden table, and decorative flowers against dark wall.
Hotel reception with illuminated onyx front desk and three pictures on the wall.
Hotel room with a wooden bed, shower cabin, stone wall and wooden ceiling beams.
Cozy wellness room with two massage tables and warm lighting.
Modern spa room with black stone wall, wooden beams, black massage table, and hanging lights.
The large Vareena Spa offers relaxing massages, body treatments, and pampering programs. Amenities include six treatment rooms for classic massages (two of which are equipped for couples), a room for Thai massages, and another room for peeling and wet treatments with a Vichy shower. There are also a steam bath, two rain showers, massage loungers, a large jacuzzi with bubble loungers, and a relaxation room. The spa area is subject to a fee.

Hotel Service

Wi-Fi access is available free of charge throughout the hotel complex.

Credit Card

Visa, Mastercard.

Hotel features

  • Animation
  • Fitness
  • Kids Club/Mini Club
  • Air Conditioning
  • Hotel Safe
  • Sandy Beach
  • Children's Playground
  • Children's Pool
  • Massages
  • Adults Only
  • Spa
  • Tennis
  • Diving
  • Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Shopping Facilities
  • Close to Beach
  • Volleyball/Beach Volleyball
  • Luxury Travelers
  • Family Friendly
  • Direct Beach Location
  • Enhanced Hygiene Concept

Note

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Please note when choosing your hotel and destination 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 time must be expected. This also applies if this hotel is booked after a Nile cruise.
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The entry visa for all travel services booked with schauinsland-reisen is not included in the travel price. Guests have the option to organize the visa themselves or to purchase it from the schauinsland-reisen tour guide upon arrival for €30 per person.
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Barrier-free hotel complex.
Four rooms suitable for disabled guests can be booked on request (Superior Double Room).

Season Note

From Winter 23/24, The Beach Resort can be booked under HRGB21, The West Bay under HRGB22.

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Product information

Combined product 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 outbound flight must be to Luxor. If the hotel is booked first and then the Nile cruise, the return flight must be from Luxor.

Cruise details

MS Steigenberger Minerva

Route/Ship location

Embarkation: Thursday
Route:
Day 1:
Embarkation on Thursdays.
Arrival and embarkation. 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 Habu Temple (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 stay 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 there is an 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 included.
Lunch on board. Overnight stay 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 stay and dinner on board.
Day 7:
At 5 AM, excursion by balloon (optional, can be booked on site).
Breakfast, visit to the East Bank, the Karnak and Luxor Temples (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.
The excursion package in which the excursion is included is always indicated behind 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 (can be booked with Anf: KW Service: NILKLASS)
Luxor Temple
Karnak Temple
Hatshepsut Temple
Valley of the Kings in Luxor
Colossi of Memnon
Esna Temple
Kom Ombo Temple
High Dam in Aswan
Felucca ride
Philae Temple
-> Winter Season 2025/2026, Summer Season 2026: 305.- € p.p.
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Additional excursions in Excursion Package Classic Plus (can be booked with Anf: 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 (can be booked with Anf: KW Service: NILPREMIUM)
Luxor Museum
Nubian Village in Aswan
-> Winter Season 2025/2026, Summer Season 2026: 482.- € p.p.
The Nile cruise ship of the renowned Steigenberger hotel chain has a total of 77 outside cabins spread across various decks. There is also 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. Bath towels are included on board.

Meals

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner as a buffet. Drinks at a charge.

Entertainment

Occasional folklore evenings.

Cabins

Middle Deck Cabin

The comfortably furnished cabins of 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 use (KME).

Cozy hotel room with a large bed, patterned bedding, TV, and a window with a sea view.

Hotel notice

Booking note: Please note that if you fly to/from Hurghada or Marsa Alam, at least one overnight stay in a hotel is required before or after the Nile cruise.
If flying to/from Luxor, no overnight stay is necessary.
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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 overload 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 required to ensure the itinerary.
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Since 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 happen that the ship is not always accessible without barriers.
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