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Ägypten ∙ Nilkreuzfahrten ∙ Luxor

Nilkombi MS Nile Serenity + Arabella Azur

HTH207
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Travel information

The travel package you have chosen has a duration of 14 nights and includes various individual services.
Accommodation on the specified ship (or similar) is for seven nights according to the program. The pre- and post-stay at the hotel depends on your arrival day and the embarkation day.
Embarkation for the MS Nile Serenity takes place on Saturday.

Notice

Nile combinations are always linked to a beach stay. The cruise during the entire offer period is always one week and without interruption. The stays in the beach hotels can vary. This means that one or more nights can also begin before the Nile cruise.

MS Nile Serenity

Itinerary

Embarkation: Saturdays.
Itinerary:
Day 1:
Arrival and embarkation. Afternoon visit to the Luxor Museum (3). Dinner and overnight on board in Luxor.
Day 2:
Morning after breakfast excursion to Thebes-West to the Hatshepsut Temple (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 trip to Esna. Dinner and overnight on board.
Day 3:
Morning after breakfast visit to the Edfu Temple (1,2,3).
Lunch on board and trip to Kom Ombo with a visit to the Double Temple (1,2,3).
Continue trip to Aswan. Dinner and overnight on board.
Day 4:
Morning after breakfast visit to the Aswan High Dam and the Old Dam in Aswan (1,2,3).
Afterward visit to the Philae Temple by motorboat (1,2,3). Lunch on board.
Afternoon felucca trip on the Nile (1,2,3).
Afterward 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 is included.
Lunch on board. Overnight and dinner on board.
Day 6:
Morning after breakfast leisure time. You will have a day to relax and enjoy the ship while traveling downstream to Luxor.
Afterward opportunity for a Sound and Light show at the Karnak Temple (optional, can be booked on-site).
Overnight and dinner on board.
Day 7:
At 5 AM balloon excursion (optional, can be booked on-site).
Breakfast, visit to the East Bank, the Karnak as well as the 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 the ship for the excursions.
Behind the excursions in the itinerary, it is always noted which excursion package this excursion is included in:
Classic Excursion Package=1
Classic Plus Excursion Package=2
Premium Excursion Package=3
The excursion packages can be booked optionally. Entrance fees are included in the excursion packages.
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Classic Excursion Package (bookable with code: KW Service: NILKLASS)
Luxor Temple
Karnak Temple
Hatshepsut Temple
Valley of the Kings in Luxor
Colossi of Memnon
Edfu Temple
Kom Ombo Temple
High Dam in Aswan
Felucca trip
Philae Temple
->Summer season 2026: 305.- € p.p., Winter season 2026/27 and Summer season 2027: 316 € p.p.
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Additional excursions in the Classic Plus Excursion Package (bookable with code: KW Service: NILKLASSP)
Day trip by bus to Abu Simbel.
->Summer season 2026: 429.- € p.p., Winter season 2026/27 and Summer season 2027: 443 € p.p.
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Additional excursions in the Premium Excursion Package (bookable with code: KW Service: NILPREMIUM)
Luxor Museum
Nubian village in Aswan
-> Summer season 2026: 482.- € p.p., Winter season 2026/27 and Summer season 2027: 489 € p.p.

Facilities

The completely renovated 5-star Nile ship features a total of 40 beautiful outside cabins and suites, spread over three decks. All cabins and suites have a balcony. Furthermore, the luxurious ship features a main restaurant, a reception, as well as a lounge bar and a small bazaar. In addition, the ship offers the opportunity to stay fit in the fitness area. The pool on the sun deck invites you to cool off and relax. Also, enjoy the outdoor pool with a breathtaking view of the Nile. Bath towels are provided to guests free of charge.

Accommodation

Executive Cabin

The Executive Cabins (KEX) are approx. 20 m² in size and equipped with a private bathroom, shower, hairdryer, air conditioning, satellite TV, telephone, minibar, safe, and a balcony (approx. 2 m²).
The Executive Cabins are located on the middle deck and upper deck.
Also bookable for single use (EEX).

Hotel room with two single beds, a full-length mirror, and a TV on a dark cabinet.
Small bathroom with toilet, sink, and shower partition in beige and brown tones.
Cozy hotel room with wooden floor, two armchairs, a rug, and a TV next to the bed.
Small hotel bathroom with toilet, sink, and frosted glass shower partition.

Suite

The Suites (S2) are equipped like the Executive Cabins, but larger (approx. 27 m²). The beautiful balcony with a view of the Nile is approx. 3 m² in size and invites you to linger. The suites are located on the main deck, the middle deck, and the upper deck.
Also bookable for single use (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 m²) with similar amenities as the Executive Cabin and are also equipped with a balcony of approx. 4 m². It also features a sofa and two armchairs in the integrated living area.
The Royal Suites are located on all three decks.

Hotel room with seating area, double bed, carpet, and balcony overlooking the sea.
Modern hotel bathroom with sink, mirror, and towels on the sink counter.

Meals

Full board

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner as a buffet. Drinks for a fee.

Brightly lit dining room with wooden beams, set tables, and chairs.

All Inclusive

Modern restaurant area with tables, chairs, and decorative hanging lamps in neutral tones.

All Inclusive

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner buffet-style.
National alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks are included around the clock.
Once per week minibar refill with soft drinks.
Once per week fruit basket in the cabin.

Not included in All Inclusive

International alcoholic drinks are available for a fee.

Sports included

Fitness area.

Entertainment

Occasional evening entertainment with folklore shows and belly dancing.

Hotel contact

Free Wi-Fi in public areas.
On the ship, it is possible to purchase a SIM card (approx. 25 €, prices may vary) with 4 GB to use the internet.
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Check-in: 12 PM.
Medical on-call service (for a fee).
Laundry service (for a fee).

Credit card

MasterCard and VISA are accepted.

Hotelhinweis

Address of the ship: Blue Sky Dock – beside Baghdadi Police check point
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Smoking is only allowed on the outer decks as well as on the balcony of your room.
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Cabin plan is available. You are welcome to enter a wish for a specific deck or cabin number as a non-binding customer request in the comments field.
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Booking information: Please note that if you fly to/from Hurghada or Marsa Alam before or after the Nile cruise, at least one overnight stay in a hotel is required.
If you fly to/from Luxor, no overnight stay is necessary.
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Booking information: We reserve the right to rebook you to another ship for economic reasons. In these cases, it is always a higher-quality ship. The travel itinerary will not be affected.
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The transfer duration from Hurghada or Marsa Alam is 7-8 hours depending on the location of the hotel.
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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 necessary to guarantee the travel itinerary.
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Since the ship offered is a motor ship, operating noises may occur.
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The ships sometimes dock one behind another or side by side, so crossing other ships may be necessary. It may happen 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 will collect an amount of 8 € per person and 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 vacation as pleasant as possible and is considered a recommendation from our side.
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Hotel code: LXR216

Tour operator category

5 Suns *****

Arabella Azur Resort

Location

Spend a beautiful vacation under the Suns of Egypt at the Arabella Azur Resort. The architecturally charming resort is located in a small sheltered bay in the heart of Hurghada. The private sandy bay delights with a dreamily beautiful house reef, which offers the best conditions for exploring the colorful underwater world. Stairs make it easier to enter the crystal-clear water of the Red Sea. The lively city center of Hurghada with various shopping and entertainment options is only approx. 3 km away. Hurghada Airport is approx. 10 km away.

Facilities

The hotel, designed in the local Nubian style, has 295 rooms, which are spread over the main building and five annex buildings. The hotel's amenities include a spacious lobby with reception and cozy seating areas. On the premises, various shops invite you to stroll. Culinary enjoyment is provided by two buffet (international and Italian) and two à la carte restaurants ("Bordiehn's Restaurant" - reservation required, drinks for a fee, and "Al Raouche" - Lebanese cuisine - for a fee), several bars, and a café. A music pub in the outdoor area complements the offerings.
In the spacious garden area, there are two freshwater pools (one heated) as well as a separate and heated children's pool.
Sun loungers, pads, Suns umbrellas, and bath towels are available free of charge at the beach and pool.

Accommodation

Double room

The double rooms (D) are equipped with bath/WC or bath, hairdryer, satellite TV, coffee and tea maker, safe, air conditioning, and a minibar, terrace, or balcony.
Also bookable for an extra charge with sea view (DM) as well as for single use (DE/DEM).
(additionally bookable under HRGA28 with garden view (2GD/1GD) or garden/pool view (DPG/EPG).)

Hotel room with a cozy double bed and romantic decoration made of towels and flower petals.
Room with two beds, oriental decor, and a sea view.

Meals

All Inclusive

All Inclusive

Breakfast from 7-10 AM, lunch from 12:30-3 PM, and dinner from 6:30-9:30 PM are served buffet-style (times may vary depending on the season).
Dinner can optionally be taken in "Bordiehn's Restaurant".
Various snacks and ice cream are available during the day at the pool and beach bar.
Local alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks are available from 10 AM-midnight at the respective open bar.

Not included in All Inclusive

Dinner in the à la carte restaurant.
Drinks after midnight at the respective bar for an extra charge (until max. 4 AM)

Sports included

Aerobics, beach volleyball, snorkeling, gym, darts, bocce, billiards, gymnastics, water gymnastics, table tennis.

Sports for a fee

Floodlights (tennis and squash), diving (via local providers).

Children's program

For our younger guests, a kids' club is offered for children aged 4-12 years. Additionally, a children's pool, children's area, minidisco, and a playground are available. There is an extra children's buffet in the restaurant.

Wellness

Spa and wellness center (for a fee): sauna, massages, Turkish bath/hammam, steam bath.

Entertainment

The international animation team offers daily programs and live shows.

Hotel contact

Wi-Fi is available free of charge in all public areas.
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Laundry service, ATM (each for a fee)

Credit card

Mastercard, Visa.

Hotelhinweis

When choosing your hotel and your destination airport, please note that especially with the combination "Marsa Alam Airport-Hurghada Hotel" as well as vice versa "Hurghada Airport-Marsa Alam Hotel", long distances must sometimes be covered, and a long transfer must be expected. This also applies if this hotel is booked after a Nile cruise.
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The hotel is unsuitable for people with reduced mobility. Barrier-free rooms are not available.
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Seasonal information

Additionally bookable under HRGA28.

Tour operator category

4 Suns ****

Country category

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Last updated: 06.08.2026 16:53