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Nilkombi MS Nile Serenity + Steigenberger Aqua Magic

HTH196

Cruise details

MS Nile Serenity

The completely renovated 5-star Nile ship has a total of 40 beautiful outside cabins and suites spread across three decks. All cabins and suites have a balcony. Furthermore, the luxurious ship has a main restaurant, a reception, a lounge bar, and a small bazaar. The ship also offers a fitness area for staying in shape. The pool on the sun deck invites you to cool off and relax. Enjoy the outdoor pool with a breathtaking view of the Nile. Bath towels are provided free of charge to guests.

Meals

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner served buffet style. Drinks are available at a charge.

Entertainment

Occasional evening entertainment with folklore shows and belly dancing.

Cabins

Executive Cabin

The Executive Cabins (KEX) are approx. 20 sqm and equipped with a private bathroom, shower, hairdryer, air conditioning, satellite TV, telephone, minibar, safe, and a balcony (approx. 2 sqm).
The Executive Cabins are located on the middle and upper decks.
Also bookable for single occupancy (EEX).

Hotel room with two single beds, large mirror, TV, and seating area.
Modern bathroom with toilet, sink, large mirror, and shower area.

Suite

The Suites (S2) are equipped like the Executive Cabins, but larger (approx. 27 sqm). The beautiful balcony with a view of the Nile is approx. 3 sqm and invites you to linger. The suites are located on the main deck, middle deck, and upper deck.
Also bookable for single occupancy (S1).

Modern furnished hotel room with bed, TV, mirror, and two armchairs.
Small bathroom with toilet, sink, and separate shower area with frosted divider.

Economy Cabin

With the same amenities as the Executive Cabins, but slightly smaller.

Royal Suite

The Royal Suites (R2S) are more spacious (approx. 34 sqm) with similar amenities to the Executive Cabin and also feature a balcony of approx. 4 sqm. They also have a sofa and two armchairs in the integrated living area.
The Royal Suites are located on all three decks.

Hotel room with seating area, TV, rug, and balcony overlooking the water.
Modern bathroom with sink, mirror, and hairdryer.

Hotel notice

Ship Address: Blue Sky Dock – beside Baghdadi Police check poiice
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Smoking is permitted only on the outer decks and on the balcony of your room.
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Cabin plan available. A request for a specific deck or cabin number can be entered as a non-binding customer request in the remarks field.
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Booking Information: Please note that if you have a return flight from or to 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 return flight to or 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 overload or maintenance of the Esna locks, the itinerary may be subject to 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 vessel, operational noise may occur.
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The ships dock one after another or side-by-side, so it may be necessary to cross over other ships. It is possible that the ship is not always accessible barrier-free.
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Egypt is the land of Baksheesh: To save you the stress of constant tipping on board, your local tour guide collects a sum 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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Hotel Code: LXR216

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Nilkombi MS Nile Serenity + Steigenberger Aqua Magic

The travel package you have selected is for 14 nights and includes various individual services.
Accommodation on the specified ship (or similar) is for seven nights according to the itinerary. The pre- and post-cruise stay at the hotel depends on your arrival and embarkation day.
Embarkation on the MS Nile Serenity is on Saturdays.
Map

MS Nile Serenity

Route

Embarkation: Saturdays.
Itinerary:
Day 1:
Arrival and embarkation. Afternoon visit to the Luxor Museum (3). Dinner and overnight on board in Luxor.
Day 2:
After breakfast in the morning, 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 Esna. Dinner and overnight on board.
Day 3:
After breakfast in the morning, visit to the Temple of Edfu (1,2,3).
Lunch on board and sailing to Kom Ombo with a visit to the double temple (1,2,3).
Continue sailing to Aswan. Dinner and overnight on board.
Day 4:
After breakfast in the morning, 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, felucca sailing on the Nile (1,2,3).
Then, visit to a Nubian village (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:
After breakfast in the morning, free time. You will have a day to relax and enjoy the ship while sailing downstream to Luxor.
Then, opportunity for a sound and light show at the Karnak Temple (optional, can be booked locally).
Overnight and dinner on board.
Day 7:
At 5 AM, optional hot air balloon excursion (optional, can be booked locally).
Breakfast, visit to the East Bank, Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple (1,2,3).
Lunch on board.
Dinner and overnight on board in Luxor.
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 for each excursion in the itinerary is indicated as follows:
Excursion Package Classic=1
Excursion Package Classic Plus=2
Excursion Package Premium=3
The excursion packages can be booked as optional extras. Entrance fees are included in the excursion packages.
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Excursion Package Classic (bookable with initial booking: NILKLASS)
Luxor Temple
Karnak Temple
Hatshepsut Temple
Valley of the Kings in Luxor
Colossi of Memnon
Temple of Edfu
Temple of Kom Ombo
High Dam in Aswan
Felucca trip
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 initial booking: 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 initial booking: NILPREMIUM)
Luxor Museum
Nubian Village in Aswan
->Winter season 2025/2026, Summer season 2026: 482.- € p.P.

Facilities

The completely renovated 5-star Nile ship has a total of 40 beautiful outside cabins and suites spread across three decks. All cabins and suites have a balcony. Furthermore, the luxurious ship has a main restaurant, a reception, a lounge bar, and a small bazaar. The ship also offers a fitness area for staying in shape. The pool on the sun deck invites you to cool off and relax. Enjoy the outdoor pool with a breathtaking view of the Nile. Bath towels are provided free of charge to guests.

Accommodation

Executive Cabin

The Executive Cabins (KEX) are approx. 20 sqm and equipped with a private bathroom, shower, hairdryer, air conditioning, satellite TV, telephone, minibar, safe, and a balcony (approx. 2 sqm).
The Executive Cabins are located on the middle and upper decks.
Also bookable for single occupancy (EEX).

Hotel room with two single beds, large mirror, TV, and seating area.
Modern bathroom with toilet, sink, large mirror, and shower area.
Modern furnished hotel room with bed, TV, mirror, and two armchairs.
Small bathroom with toilet, sink, and separate shower area with frosted divider.

Suite

The Suites (S2) are equipped like the Executive Cabins, but larger (approx. 27 sqm). The beautiful balcony with a view of the Nile is approx. 3 sqm and invites you to linger. The suites are located on the main deck, middle deck, and upper deck.
Also bookable for single occupancy (S1).

Economy Cabin

With the same amenities as the Executive Cabins, but slightly smaller.

Royal Suite

The Royal Suites (R2S) are more spacious (approx. 34 sqm) with similar amenities to the Executive Cabin and also feature a balcony of approx. 4 sqm. They also have a sofa and two armchairs in the integrated living area.
The Royal Suites are located on all three decks.

Hotel room with seating area, TV, rug, and balcony overlooking the water.
Modern bathroom with sink, mirror, and hairdryer.

Meals

Full Board

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner served buffet style. Drinks are available at a charge.

Modern elegant restaurant with wooden tables, chairs, and subdued lighting

All Inclusive

Elegant, bright dining area with table settings and cushioned chairs in warm tones.

All Inclusive

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner buffet-style.
Local alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages are included around the clock.
Minibar replenished with soft drinks once a week.
Fruit basket in the cabin once a week.

Not included in All Inclusive

International alcoholic beverages are available at an extra charge.

Sports included

Fitness area.

Entertainment

Occasional evening entertainment with folklore shows and belly dancing.

Hotel service

Free Wi-Fi in public areas.
It is possible to purchase a SIM card on board (approx. €25, but subject to change) with 4 GB to use the internet.
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Check-in: 12:00 PM.
On-call medical service (charges apply).
Laundry service (charges apply).

Credit card

MasterCard and VISA are accepted.

Hotel features

  • Wi-Fi
  • Fitness
  • Hotel safe

Note

Ship Address: Blue Sky Dock – beside Baghdadi Police check poiice
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Smoking is permitted only on the outer decks and on the balcony of your room.
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Cabin plan available. A request for a specific deck or cabin number can be entered as a non-binding customer request in the remarks field.
****************************************
Booking Information: Please note that if you have a return flight from or to 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 return flight to or 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 overload or maintenance of the Esna locks, the itinerary may be subject to 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 vessel, operational noise may occur.
****************************************
The ships dock one after another or side-by-side, so it may be necessary to cross over other ships. It is possible that the ship is not always accessible barrier-free.
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Egypt is the land of Baksheesh: To save you the stress of constant tipping on board, your local tour guide collects a sum 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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Hotel Code: LXR216

Tour operator category

5 Suns *****

Steigenberger Aqua Magic

Location

Spend a wonderful family holiday at the "Steigenberger Aqua Magic". The 5-star hotel offers fun for the whole family and delights both young and old with its extensive water park. The tastefully designed promenade "ALDAU Art Promenade" separates the complex from the sandy beach, which is approximately 400 meters away and slopes gently into the sea. Here, you can be fascinated by the magical underwater world of the Red Sea while snorkeling or diving. If needed, the hotel offers shuttle services to the beach (subject to availability). Your holiday destination is located in the newer part of Hurghada, on the modern promenade with oriental cafes, bars, and international pubs as well as small shops. The center of Hurghada with the famous "Sakalla" is about 6 km away. Hurghada Airport is approximately 5 km away.
Rows of wooden loungers and umbrellas on a sandy beach overlooking the calm sea.
Aerial view of a large hotel with multiple pools and water slides.

Facilities

A set table with a view of a large hotel pool and sun umbrellas under a clear sky.
Elegant hotel dining room with white tables and wooden chairs under high ceilings.
Modern hotel lobby with seating area of chairs and tables next to a blue patterned sofa.
The extensive hotel complex is particularly child-friendly and designed for families, featuring 718 generously equipped rooms and suites. The complex welcomes guests into a spacious lobby with a reception and lobby bar, as well as a cozy lounge area with seating. Wi-Fi is available free of charge throughout the hotel. The outdoor area includes seven swimming pools, one with an integrated children's pool covering over 2,600 sq m, which are partially heated in winter. The hotel also boasts an aquapark with various water slides, accessible for children over 1.20 meters tall. The highlight for all water lovers is the 400-meter-long "Lazy River" that winds through the entire complex. On the rooftop terrace, there is a relax pool exclusively for adults. Sun loungers, umbrellas, and beach towels are available free of charge at the pools and on the beach. For culinary delights, the "Magic Flavors" main restaurant is at your disposal, along with three different à la carte restaurants, a snack bar, and various pool and beach bars. Guests can choose from Italian, international, and oriental cuisine. There is also a "Sky Bar" on the rooftop terrace where guests can enjoy their drinks in the evening. Small souvenirs can be purchased in the shopping arcade located directly within the hotel.

Accommodation

Superior Double Room

The Superior Double Rooms (DSU/DAS, approx. 34 sqm) feature a shower/WC, coffee and tea making facilities, minibar, safe, LED TV, daily replenished minibar with soft drinks, hairdryer, air conditioning, and a balcony. Wi-Fi access is free for 2 devices.
Also bookable for single occupancy (DEU).
(Also bookable under HRGA19 as Superior Double Room Type A (DAS).)

Modern hotel room with double bed, desk, balcony, and blue-turquoise accents.
Bright hotel room with double bed, balcony, desk with chair, and television.

Deluxe Double Room

The Deluxe Double Rooms (DD2/DDA, approx. 45 sqm) are equipped with shower/WC, hairdryer, safe, satellite LED TV, coffee and tea making facilities, air conditioning, minibar (daily replenished with soft drinks), work area, seating area, and balcony. Wi-Fi access for 2 devices is free. Also bookable for single occupancy (DD1).

Family Suite

The Family Suites (2FS/ASF) have the same amenities as the Deluxe Double Rooms but are more spacious (approx. 55 sqm) and feature a master bedroom and a separate sleeping area with twin beds for children. The master bedroom is separated by a door from the sleeping area and the hallway. Wi-Fi access is free for 3 devices. Also bookable as a Suite (SA).

Modern hotel room with large bed, blue accents, and a desk with a TV.
View into a hotel room with two single beds and an adjacent living area with desk and TV.
Bright living room with terrace access and sea view.

Family Junior Suite

The Family Junior Suites (FJ2/FJA, approx. 68 sqm) have the same amenities as the Family Suites but include a master bedroom and a separate living/sleeping area. The master bedroom has a door to the living and sleeping area with two sofa beds. Wi-Fi access for 3 devices is free. Also bookable as a Junior Suite (JSA).

Aqua Suite

The Aqua Suite (S2, approx. 70 sqm) consists of a living/sleeping area and a separate bedroom. Otherwise, it has the same features as the Deluxe Double Rooms.
Wi-Fi access for 3 devices is free.
/Also bookable under HRGA19 as Suite (S2) and additional contingent as Suite Type A (SA)).

Bright hotel room with seating area, bed, and dining area separated by a wall.
Modern hotel room with double bed, balcony, and seating area overlooking the pool.

Super Economy Room

The Super Economy Rooms (SSZ) are equipped like the Superior Double Rooms but have a smaller contingent and a special price. Wi-Fi access for 2 devices is free.
(Also bookable under HRGA19 as Super Economy Room Type B (SZB).)

Standard Double Room

The Double Rooms (DA) have similar amenities to the Superior Double Rooms, are slightly smaller (approx. 24 sqm), but are in a renovated, modern style. The rooms do not have a balcony. Wi-Fi access for 2 devices is free.
(Also bookable under HRGA19 as Double Room without Balcony (DO).)

Young Traveler Room

The Young Traveler Rooms (YTR) are equipped like the Standard Double Rooms and are bookable for young adults aged 18-29.

Meals

All Inclusive

The main restaurant "Magic Flavors" offers breakfast (7-10:30 AM), lunch (1-3 PM), and dinner (6-9:30 PM) in buffet style with theme nights and live cooking stations. Additionally, the following à la carte restaurants are available: The "Magic Orient Restaurant" offers oriental dinners. The "Magic Palappa Restaurant" offers Italian cuisine for breakfast (8-10:30 AM), late breakfast (10:30 AM-12 PM), lunch (1-4 PM), and dinner (6:30-9 PM). The "Magic Sky Restaurant" offers dinner (6:30-9 PM) on the rooftop. All mentioned restaurants are included once a week (for stays of 5 nights or more) and require reservation.
Furthermore, snacks, sandwiches, and ice cream are available daily at the beach restaurant "Magic Blue" from 12 PM to 5 PM or at "Magic Souk" from 5 PM to 11 PM. Local alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages are included around the clock at the respective open bar: "Magic Splash Bar" with ice cream, "Magic Breeze Bar" with ice cream, "Magic Blue Bar", "Magic Sky Bar" with a sunset coffee break, and the "Magic Relax Bar – Adult Only".

Not All Inclusive

Fresh juices, imported/international alcoholic beverages. Shisha & tobacco products. Bathrobes, slippers, and spa area.

Sports included

Darts, table tennis, boccia, and volleyball. Table football, snooker, billiards. Fitness room (24 hours, for ages 16+).
Jogging and Nordic walking track on the grounds of the "Steigenberger ALDAU Beach" can be used.
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Golf during the day on the 9-hole par 3 golf course on the grounds of the neighboring "Steigenberger ALDAU Beach" hotel (for qualified golfers: clubs included, balls and floodlights at an extra charge), introductory golf sessions with a golf pro on Mondays and Fridays, 1x per person/stay (reservation required).
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From 9 AM until sunset, canoes and pedal boats can be rented (30 minutes per day/room, reservation required at the Aquacenter).
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Introduction to diving in the pool on Mondays and Saturdays at 11 AM, 1x per person/stay included (reservation required at the Ilios Dive Club & Aquacenter).
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Introduction to windsurfing on Tuesdays and Sundays at 12 PM, 1x per person/stay included (reservation required at the Ilios Dive Club & Aquacenter).
Couple playing golf on a green course with palm trees and blue sky.
Gym with modern cardio equipment and large windows showing an outside view.
Two men playing soccer on a sandy beach with palm trees and umbrellas in the background.
Woman in sportswear sitting on floor next to exercise ball and foam roller in gym.

Sports for a fee

Dive center "Ilios Dive & Aquacenter".

Children's program

Hotel with large pool, water slides, and pirate ship play area under clear sky.
Large, bright children's playroom with colorful tables, chairs, and shelves full of toys.
Play area with slides and climbing frames between hotel buildings under clear sky
For the younger guests, the hotel offers a special animation program, a mini-club for children aged 4-12, and a teen club. Outdoors, there is also a pirate ship with various water games, a playground, a children's disco, and a children's cinema. Babysitting services are available upon request (for a fee).

Wellness

Spa area with sauna, steam bath, whirlpool. Various beauty treatments and massages (for a fee). Guests of the "Steigenberger Aqua Magic" receive a 10% discount at the "Planet Spa" for one treatment.
Modern wellness area with loungers and hot tub in a calm setting
Modern wellness room with sauna, massage table, and bathtub in a calm atmosphere.

Entertainment

For your entertainment, there is daytime and sports animation, as well as evening entertainment. The offerings are complemented by shows and live music.
Access to the "Elements" nightclub is free for guests of the "Steigenberger Aqua Magic," and guests receive a 25% discount on food and local drinks.

Hotel service

Wi-Fi is available unlimited and free of charge throughout the hotel.
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Hairdresser, laundry, and room service. (each for a fee).

Credit card

Visa, Mastercard, and American Express are accepted.

Hotel features

  • Fitness
  • Air conditioning
  • Hotel safe
  • Sandy beach
  • Club
  • Water slides
  • Kids Club/Mini Club
  • Children's pool
  • Massages
  • Sauna
  • Spa
  • Animation
  • Golf
  • Diving
  • Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Shopping facilities
  • Near the beach
  • Family-friendly
  • Extended hygiene concept

Note

The hotel complex is accessible. 5 accessible rooms bookable upon request (Deluxe Double Room/DD2).
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Please note when choosing your hotel and destination airport that particularly with the combination "Marsa Alam Airport - Hurghada Hotel" and vice versa "Hurghada Airport - Marsa Alam Hotel", considerable distances may have to be covered and long transfers should be expected. This also applies if this hotel is booked after a Nile cruise.
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Seasonal information

Additionally bookable under HRGA19.

Tour operator category

5 Suns *****

Country category

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Last updated: 22.04.2026 14:18