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Large white river cruise ship with multiple decks on calm water under blue sky.
Swimming pool on the sun deck of a cruise ship with lounge chairs and passengers.
Modern outdoor pool area with jacuzzi and sun loungers at sunset.
Round lounge chairs with cushions on grass by river and tables with drinks.
Outdoor hotel area with round tables, chairs, and palm trees by a water canal.
Covered outdoor terrace with multiple tables and chairs on a paved surface.
Elegant restaurant with warm lighting, wooden floor, and modern furnished tables.
Modern hotel hallway with wooden staircase, stainless steel railings, and potted plant.
Modern hotel lounge with blue sofa, two gray chairs, and a view of the water.
Bright hotel lobby with modern seating area and large skylight.
Cozy dining area with wooden tables, chairs, and a long bench adorned with cushions.
Modern wall shelf with vases and large picture in a hotel interior.
Bright living room with large sofa, glass table, and panoramic window overlooking water.
Hotel room with two beds and large window overlooking harbor and water.
Modern bathroom with toilet, sink, and glass shower partition in warm beige tones.
Floor plan of the Nile Serenity riverboat featuring multiple decks and cabins for cruises.
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.
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.
Modern hotel with large, symmetrical outdoor pool and lounge areas surrounded by palm trees.
Large hotel pool at dusk with symmetrical design and illuminated buildings.
Luxurious white cabanas over clear blue pool in a hotel resort with palm trees.
Brightly furnished hotel room with two single beds, window overlooking green landscape, and modern decor.
Entrance of a hotel with white facade, archway, plants, and clear sky.
Modern hotel lounge area with stylish seating and decorative wall accessories in warm tones.
Bright, modern hotel lobby with high ceilings, white walls, and a reception desk.
Elegant hotel restaurant with white tables, brown chairs, and modern design.
Modern hotel entrance building at night with illuminated palm trees and logo on the wall.
Elegant living room with beige sofa, wooden chairs, and modern lamps in hotel setting.
Elegant hotel outdoor area with set tables and a relaxed lounge atmosphere.
Spacious hotel lobby with modern furniture, bright walls, and high ceilings.
Modern hotel entrance with illuminated signage and sleek architecture at dusk.
Modern hotel pool with water fountain, surrounded by white buildings and palm trees at sunset.
Large water park with slides, pool, and sun loungers in green surroundings under blue sky.
Modern hotel restaurant with white furniture and a view of the pool.
Brightly equipped gym with treadmills and exercise machines next to large windows overlooking a garden.
Clear blue swimming pool in front of colorful water slides at a vacation resort.
Bright Finnish sauna with wooden paneling and a large window overlooking the outside.
Modern spa area with warm lighting, stone table, and decorative flowers and candles.
Person receiving relaxing hot stone massage on back in a calm setting.
Luxurious hot tub in a stylish spa area with a relaxed atmosphere.
Playground with swings, climbing structures, and sand, surrounded by palm trees and blue sky.
Colorful water park with slides and play structures under a blue sky.
Multicolored water slides lead into a pool at a sunny water park.
Children play and draw in a colorful playroom with large windows.
View from a terrace with lounge chairs to a pool and palm trees at the hotel.
Cozy hotel room with a large bed, desk, chair, and bright lighting.
Modern bathroom with large mirror wall, beige tiles, and wide sink in hotel.
Bright living room with two turquoise sofas, a rug, and lamp lighting.
Ägypten ∙ Nilkreuzfahrten ∙ Luxor

Nilkombi MS Nile Serenity + Jaz Aquaviva

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Travel information

The travel package you have selected 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 day of embarkation.
Embarkation for the MS Nile Serenity takes place on Saturday.

Notice

The 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 may vary. This means that one or more nights may also begin before the Nile cruise.

MS Nile Serenity

Itinerary

Embarkation: Saturdays
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 West Thebes 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.
Afternoon sailing to Esna. Dinner and overnight on board.
Day 3:
Morning after breakfast, visit to Edfu Temple (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:
Morning after breakfast, visit to the Aswan High Dam and the Old Dam in Aswan (1,2,3).
Afterwards, visit to the Philae Temple by motorboat (1,2,3). Lunch on board.
Afternoon felucca trip on the Nile (1,2,3).
Afterwards, 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 box 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 sailing downstream to Luxor.
Afterwards, 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.

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:

Excursion package Classic=1
Excursion package Classic Plus=2
Excursion package Premium=3

The excursion packages can be booked as an option. Admission fees are included in the excursion packages.

Excursion package Classic (bookable with code: KW service: NILKLASS)
Luxor Temple
Karnak Temple
Hatschepsut Temple
Valley of the Kings in Luxor
Colossi of Memnon
Edfu Temple
Kom Ombo Temple
High Dam in Aswan
Felucca ride
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 Excursion package Classic Plus (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 Excursion package Premium (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 has a main restaurant, a reception, as well as a lounge bar and a small bazaar. The ship also offers the opportunity to stay fit in the fitness area. The pool on the sundeck 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 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 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 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

Same facilities as the Executive Cabins, but slightly smaller.

Royal Suite

The Royal Suites (R2S) are more spacious (approx. 34 m²) with similar amenities to 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 in buffet form.
National alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks are included around the clock.
Once a week, minibar refilled with soft drinks.
Once a 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 show and belly dancing.

Hotel service

Free Wi-Fi in public areas.
It is possible to buy a SIM card (approx. 25 €, prices may vary) with 4 GB on the ship 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.

Note

Ship address: Blue Sky Dock – beside Baghdadi Police check point
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Smoking is only permitted on the outdoor decks and on your room's balcony.
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Cabin plan is available. You are welcome to enter a request for a specific deck or cabin number as a non-binding customer wish in the remarks line.
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Booking note: Please note that for a flight to/from Hurghada or Marsa Alam before or after the Nile cruise, at least one overnight stay in the hotel is required.
With a flight to/from Luxor, no overnight stay is necessary.
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Booking note: 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 congestion or maintenance of the Esna locks, the travel itinerary may change. In very rare cases, bus transfers or accommodation on an equivalent ship may be necessary to ensure 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 or next to the other, so that crossing other ships may be necessary. It may happen that the ship is not always accessible in a barrier-free way.
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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 holiday as pleasant as possible and is considered a recommendation on our part.
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Hotel code: LXR216

Tour operator category

5 Suns *****

Jaz Aquaviva

Location

Spend a luxurious holiday with the whole family at Jaz Aquaviva. The beautiful hotel is located in the popular Madinat Makadi, in the immediate vicinity of Egypt's largest water park "Makadi Water World". There is water fun here for young and old. You can reach the beach with its ideal snorkeling and swimming conditions after approx. 3.5 km by shuttle bus. The beach bar ensures your physical well-being here. Souk Makadi is also easy to reach by shuttle bus. Here you can enjoy Egyptian hospitality in numerous shops and restaurants.
Hurghada Airport is approx. 30 km away.
Modern hotel entrance with illuminated signage and sleek architecture at dusk.
Modern hotel pool with water fountain, surrounded by white buildings and palm trees at sunset.
Large water park with slides, pool, and sun loungers in green surroundings under blue sky.

Facilities

Modern hotel restaurant with white furniture and a view of the pool.
The modern and friendly "Jaz Aquaviva" has 487 rooms distributed around the complex. The elegant resort also includes a bright reception with seating, a hairdresser, and various shops. A buffet restaurant and two à-la-carte restaurants provide for your physical well-being. One is "Paprika" with Italian cuisine, the other "Felfela" with Arabic cuisine. Both restaurants are for a fee. Several bars round off the culinary offer. In Madinat Makadi, there are seven other à-la-carte restaurants that belong to the Dine Around concept.
In the well-kept outdoor area, there are 5 pools (some can be heated in winter) and 3 children's pools. On the rooftop terrace, from where you have a wonderful view over the complex, there is also an adults-only pool.
Sun loungers, cushions, and towels are available free of charge at the pool and beach.

Accommodation

Double Room Superior

The modern Double Rooms Superior (DSU) are approx. 34 m² and feature a shower/WC, hairdryer, safe, Wi-Fi, cosmetic mirror, satellite TV, telephone (for a fee), air conditioning, minibar (for a fee, but water included daily), kettle, coffee and tea making facilities, safe, and balcony or terrace.
Also bookable for single use (DEU).
Also bookable with pool & bay view (DSP/ESP).

Double Room Superior Swim-Up

The Double Rooms Swim-Up (DWP) have the same features as the Double Rooms Superior but have direct access to the sharing pool.
Also bookable for single use (EWP).
Rooms with direct access to the sharing pool do not have their own lifeguard and pose an increased risk for small children and non-swimmers. Supervision of the pool is therefore the responsibility of the parents/guardians.

View from a terrace with lounge chairs to a pool and palm trees at the hotel.
Cozy hotel room with a large bed, desk, chair, and bright lighting.
Modern bathroom with large mirror wall, beige tiles, and wide sink in hotel.

Double Room Deluxe

The Double Deluxe (DD2) are about 43 m² and otherwise have the same facilities as the Double Superior.
Also bookable as Double Room Deluxe Pool & Bayview (DPB).
Also bookable for single use (DD1/DPE).

Cozy hotel room with a large bed, desk, chair, and bright lighting.
Modern bathroom with large mirror wall, beige tiles, and wide sink in hotel.

Family Room Garden View

The Family Rooms (DF2) are more spacious (approx. 43 m²) with the same facilities as the Double Rooms Superior and have a separate bedroom as well as a living/sleeping room with two sofa beds, separated by a door, with garden view.
Also bookable with pool & bay view (FP2).

Family Swim Up Room

The Family Rooms Swim Up (FSU) have the same features as the Family Rooms but have direct access to the pool.
Rooms with direct access to the sharing pool do not have their own lifeguard and pose an increased risk for small children and non-swimmers. Supervision of the pool is therefore the responsibility of the parents/guardians.

Brightly furnished hotel room with two single beds, window overlooking green landscape, and modern decor.
Bright living room with two turquoise sofas, a rug, and lamp lighting.
View from a terrace with lounge chairs to a pool and palm trees at the hotel.
Modern bathroom with large mirror wall, beige tiles, and wide sink in hotel.

Superior Deluxe (HRGA12)

These rooms correspond to the Double Rooms Deluxe with garden view (SDX/SED). Available with pool view (PXU/PXS) for an extra charge.

Meals

All Inclusive

All Inclusive

Breakfast from 7-10 AM, late breakfast from 10:30-11:30 AM, lunch from 12:30-2:30 PM, and dinner from 6:30-9:30 PM, all in buffet style in the main restaurant "Amaraya". À-la-carte restaurants once per stay free of charge upon prior reservation.
Pool restaurant with snacks from 12-4 PM and teatime and ice cream from 4-5 PM. The Beach Bar opens from 10 AM-4 PM, the pool bar is open from 10 AM-5 PM.
The Lobby Bar is open 24 hours. Local alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks are included from 10 AM-12 midnight. Alcoholic drinks are served exclusively at the Lobby Bar, at the Viva Bar, and at the adults-only pool. After midnight, all drinks must be paid for. Alcoholic drinks are only available at the lobby bar.
During dinner, appropriate clothing is requested; long trousers are mandatory.

Not All Inclusive

Imported alcoholic drinks and fresh juices are not included in the All Inclusive.

Sports included

Brightly equipped gym with treadmills and exercise machines next to large windows overlooking a garden.
Clear blue swimming pool in front of colorful water slides at a vacation resort.
Fitness studio (7 AM-8 PM), table tennis, volleyball, boccia/darts, water polo, aqua aerobics.
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"Makadi Water World" Aqua Park: Daily free entry to the Aqua Park in Madinat Makadi with 50 different slides for children and adults. Snacks and soft drinks are included. Shuttle buses are available at all Jaz hotels in Madinat Makadi (check schedules at reception).

Sports for a fee

Tennis court (with floodlight). Squash at the "Jaz Makadi Oasis" hotel.
Various water sports can be booked through local providers.
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The 18-hole Par-72 Championship golf course, designed by John Sanford, is located in Madinat Makadi and offers an inviting environment for golf enthusiasts. Guests of Madinat Makadi have access to a golf school, where golf equipment can be rented on site. A driving range and a clubhouse with a pro shop are also available, each for a fee.
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Green fees can be booked as an additional service (HRGMAKGAD) in the booking system (only valid for guests in selected houses of the Jaz Hotel Group):
1x 9 holes
1x 18 holes
3x 18 holes
5x 18 holes
(2nd round of golf possible on request on the same playing day); transfer from the hotel to the golf courses included.
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When booking a green fee package, please contact the following email address to reserve your desired tee times:
info.golfmakadi@jazhotels.com
Please note that it is mandatory to attach the booking confirmation to your email to complete the reservation.
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Bringing golf luggage for both flights and local transfers is subject to registration!!!
Golf luggage on transfer (prior registration required): For a landing in Hurghada 30 € per piece of luggage/way. Payable on site to the transfer guide.
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The prerequisite for playing the courses is the German "Platzreife" (golf proficiency certificate) with a handicap of max. 36.
Upon booking, an email address will be provided on site, under which tee times must be reserved.
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Children's program

Kids club for children from 4-12 years.
Playground with swings, climbing structures, and sand, surrounded by palm trees and blue sky.
Colorful water park with slides and play structures under a blue sky.
Multicolored water slides lead into a pool at a sunny water park.
Children play and draw in a colorful playroom with large windows.

Wellness

Bright Finnish sauna with wooden paneling and a large window overlooking the outside.
Modern spa area with warm lighting, stone table, and decorative flowers and candles.
Person receiving relaxing hot stone massage on back in a calm setting.
Luxurious hot tub in a stylish spa area with a relaxed atmosphere.
Spa center at the hotel as well as a beauty salon at the Souk Makadi for a fee.

Entertainment

Jaz Aquaviva offers daily entertainment through animation, the Makadi Water World Aqua Park, evening live music, as well as shows.

Hotel service

Wi-Fi in the hotel complex free of charge (with limited speed).
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Daily laundry service (for a fee).
The hotel is barrier-free and has wheelchairs (on request).
Towels are available free of charge. A cash machine is located in front of the hotel and at Souk Makadi.

Credit card

Visa, Mastercard, American Express.

Note

When choosing your hotel and your destination airport, please note that especially with the combination "Marsa Alam Airport-Hurghada Hotel" as well as the reverse "Hurghada Airport-Marsa Alam Hotel", large distances often have to be covered and a long transfer must be expected. This also applies if this hotel is booked following a Nile cruise.
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The hotel complex is barrier-free and there are
5 barrier-free rooms bookable on request (Double Superior).
The beach can only be reached by shuttle transfer.
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Seasonal information

additionally bookable under HRGA12

Tour operator category

5 Suns *****

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Last updated: 13.10.2026 11:48