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:
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, sail to Esna. Dinner and overnight on board.
Day 3:
In the morning after breakfast, visit to the Temple of Edfu (1,2,3).
Lunch on board and sail to Kom Ombo with a visit to the double temple (1,2,3).
Continue sailing to Aswan. Dinner and overnight on board.
Day 4:
In the morning 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, visit 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 included.
Lunch on board. Overnight and dinner on board.
Day 6:
In the morning after breakfast, free time. You will have a day for relaxation and can enjoy the ship while sailing downstream to Luxor.
Then, an opportunity for a sound and light show at the Temple of Karnak (optional, can be booked on site).
Overnight and dinner on board.
Day 7:
At 5 AM, excursion by balloon (optional, can be booked on site).
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 each excursion belongs to is always indicated after the excursion in the itinerary:
Excursion Package Classic=1
Excursion Package Classic Plus=2
Excursion Package Premium=3
The excursion packages can be booked as optional add-ons. Entrance fees are included in the excursion packages.
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Excursion Package Classic (bookable with arrival: KW Service: NILKLASS)
Luxor Temple
Karnak Temple
Temple of Hatshepsut
Valley of the Kings in Luxor
Colossi of Memnon
Temple of Edfu
Temple of Kom Ombo
High Dam in Aswan
Felucca ride
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 arrival: KW Service: NILKLASSP)
Day trip to Abu Simbel by bus.
-> Winter season 2025/2026, Summer season 2026: €429 p.p.*******************************************************
Additional excursions in Excursion Package Premium (bookable with arrival: KW Service: 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, 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 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 approximately 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 and upper decks.
Also bookable for single occupancy (EEX).
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, 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 than the Executive Cabin (approx. 34 m²) with similar amenities and also feature a balcony of approx. 4 m². They also have a sofa and two armchairs in the integrated living area.
The Royal Suites are located on all three decks.
Meals
Full board
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner served as a buffet. Drinks are available at a charge.
All Inclusive
All Inclusive
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner served buffet style.
Local alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages are included around the clock.
The minibar is replenished with soft drinks once a week.
A fruit basket in the cabin once a week.
Not included in All Inclusive
International alcoholic beverages are available for a fee.
Sports included
Fitness area.
Hotel service
Free Wi-Fi in public areas.
It is possible to purchase a SIM card on board (approx. €25, but can vary) with 4 GB to use the internet.
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Check-in: 12:00 PM.
On-call medical service (for a fee).
Laundry service (for a fee).
Credit card
MasterCard and VISA are accepted.
Entertainment
Occasional evening entertainment with folklore shows and belly dancing.
Hotelhinweis
Ship Address: Blue Sky Dock – beside Baghdadi Police check poiice
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Smoking is permitted only on the outdoor decks and on the balcony of your cabin.
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Cabin plan available. Requests 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 Note: Please note that for flights to or from 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 flights to and/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 congestion or maintenance of the Esna locks, the itinerary may 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 ship, operational noise may occur.
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The ships sometimes dock one after another or side by side, so it may be necessary to cross other ships. It is possible that the ship may not always be accessible barrier-free.
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Egypt is the land of Baksheesh: To save you the stress of constantly giving tips on board, your local tour guide will collect an amount 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
JAZ Makadi Star
Location
The luxurious hotel of the renowned JAZ hotel chain, built in Nubian style, offers vacationers an oasis of tranquility. Located in the popular Madinat Makadi, the complex is approx. 400m from Makadi Bay. Experience the colorful underwater world of the Red Sea directly at your own house reef, which extends almost to the beach. Here, beach holidays can be combined with spa relaxation. In the modern spa, you can let your soul dangle. In the nearby Makadi Center, you will find numerous shopping opportunities, or you can opt for one of the cozy bars and restaurants. Hurghada Airport is approx. 35 km away.
Facilities
The cozy hotel complex is nestled in a beautiful garden setting, ensuring a relaxing holiday. From May 1, 2026, the hotel will also be operated as Adults Only (bookable for ages 16 and over). The resort has a total of 167 rooms. The inviting lobby with reception warmly welcomes guests, so you will feel comfortable from the first moment. The main restaurant with a terrace and several bars cater to your culinary needs. In addition, you will find several à la carte restaurants in Madinat Makadi, which can be used for a fee.
In the extensive garden area, there is a swimming pool heated in winter with a pool/snackbar. There is a beach bar on the beach, which can be used free of charge during the day. Umbrellas, sun loungers, and bath towels are included at the pool and on the beach.
Accommodation
Double Superior
The tastefully furnished Double Superior rooms (DSU) are approx. 32 m² and equipped with a shower/WC, hairdryer, air conditioning, safe, telephone, satellite TV, refrigerator, and a balcony or terrace.
Also bookable at an extra charge with pool view (DSP).
Also bookable for single occupancy (DEU/ESP).
Family Room
The Family Rooms (DF2) have the same amenities as the Double Superior rooms and are larger at 45 m². Bookable until April 30, 2026.
Junior Suite Pool View
The elegant Junior Suites (J2P), with otherwise identical amenities to the Double Superior rooms, feature a sleeping area, a living area with a connecting door, and 2 bathrooms/WC. The Junior Suites are approx. 64 m² in size.
Deluxe Garden
The Deluxe Garden View rooms (D2G) have the same amenities as the Double Superior rooms but are larger at 45 m². Bookable from May 1, 2026.
Royal Suite
In addition to the amenities of the Double Superior rooms, the Royal Suite (RS) offers a king-size bed, a private (winter-heated) pool, and a terrace. They are approx. 80 m² and can accommodate 2 adults.
All Inclusive
All Inclusive
Breakfast from 7-10 AM, lunch from 12:30-2:30 PM, and dinner from 6:30-9 PM buffet style. Dinner is optional in an à la carte restaurant with prior reservation (1x per stay with reservation included).
Late risers' breakfast from 10:30-11:30 AM, coffee, tea, and pastries from 4-5 PM. The minibar will be charged from November 1, 2025.
Local alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages are available from 9 AM to midnight at the bar that is open at the time. Imported alcohol is available for a charge.
Dine Around
Dinner can optionally be taken in one of the à la carte restaurants in Madinat Makadi. Dinner is only possible with prior reservation and is included once per stay.
The following restaurants are available in Madinat Makadi:
- Indian Restaurant "Amaya" (located in the "Jaz Makadi Star" hotel)
- Asian Restaurant "Makai Tukai" (located in the "Jaz Makadi Saraya" hotel)
- Italian Restaurant "Nino's" (located in the "Jaz Makadi Saraya" hotel)
- Oriental Restaurant "Sofra" (located in the "Jaz Makadi Saraya" hotel)
- Grill Restaurant "The Grill" (located in the "Jaz Makadi Saraya" hotel)
- Mediterranean Restaurant "Aqua" (located in the "Jaz Makadina" hotel)
- Mediterranean Restaurant "Beach" (located in the "Iberotel Makadi Beach" hotel)
The following restaurants are also located in Madinat Makadi, but they are not included in Dine Around and can only be used for a fee:
- Egyptian Restaurant "Felfela" (located in the "Jaz Aquaviva" hotel)
- Italian Restaurant "Paprika" (located in the "Jaz Aquaviva" hotel)
Sports included
Table tennis, beach volleyball, and water polo.
• Fitness room from 8 AM - 8 PM
• Billiards 9 AM - 12 AM
• Tennis court 8 AM - 8 PM (tennis court and rackets included)
• Foosball 10 AM - 10 PM
• Table tennis 10 AM - 10 PM
• Snorkeling equipment 7 AM - 4 PM (2 hours free daily, service at the towel house) on the beach
• Board games available free of charge at the pool bar from 9 AM - 12 AM
Sports for a fee
Various water sports available from local providers on the beach, including water skiing, diving school, surfing, and catamaran sailing.
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"Makadi Water World" Aqua Park: Entrance for a fee (can be booked on site) 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 in all Jaz Hotels in Madinat Makadi (schedules at reception).
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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 as an additional service (HRGMAKGAD) can be booked in the booking system (only valid for guests in selected Jaz Hotel Group properties):
1x 9 holes
1x 18 holes
3x 18 holes
5x 18 holes
(A second round of golf on the same day is possible upon request); Transfer from the hotel to the golf courses is 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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Golf luggage brought along for both flight and local transfer must be registered!!!
Golf luggage on transfer (registration required in advance): €30 per piece of luggage/route for flights landing in Hurghada. Payable on site with the transfer tour guide.
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To play the courses, a German Platzreife (golf proficiency certificate) with a maximum handicap of 36 is required.
Upon booking, an email address will be provided on-site where tee times must be reserved.
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Children's program
Kids' club for ages 4-12 from 10 AM - 1 PM and from 3 PM - 5 PM.
Wellness
The large Mividaspa area (for a fee) offers a wide range of wellness services such as sauna and whirlpool (1x per stay included), as well as massages and other treatments (for a fee).
Hotel service
Wi-Fi is available free of charge.
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• Room service 24 hours (for a fee)
• Laundry service (for a fee)
• Dine-Around (for a fee) offers a wide selection of various cuisines. For reservations, please contact reception or your guest relations.
Credit card
Visa, MasterCard, AMEX accepted.
ATM available in the hotel.
Entertainment
Daily animation program and evening entertainment with live music and dancing.
Hotel features
- Internet
- Sauna
- Animation
- Fitness
- Kids' club/Mini club
- Air conditioning
- Hotel safe
- Children's playground
- Children's pool
- Massages
- Spa
- Tennis
- Golf
- Diving
- Wi-Fi
- Club
- Shopping facilities
- Sandy beach
- Close to the beach
- Family friendly
- Extended hygiene concept
Hotelhinweis
The corals grow partly right up to the shore, so we recommend bringing water shoes.
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When choosing your hotel and destination airport, please note that especially when combining "Marsa Alam Airport - Hurghada Hotel" and vice versa "Hurghada Airport - Marsa Alam Hotel", long distances have to 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 does not have accessible rooms.
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MADINAT MAKADI
HURGHADA/EGYPT
0020-653590580
0020-65390589
fo@makadistar@jazhotels.com
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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, 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 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.
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner served as a buffet. Drinks are available at a charge.
Occasional evening entertainment with folklore shows and belly dancing.
Last updated: 24.04.2026 11:35