Ägypten ∙ Kairo-Luxor-Assuan ∙ Hurghada

Nilkombi MS Lady Carol + Steigenberger ALDAU Beach

HCH072
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Travel information

Combination product consisting of a Nile cruise on the MS Lady Carol and a beach holiday, including all intermediate transfers. Accommodation in the hotel is always provided in the most affordable available room category. Embarkation always takes place on Thursdays. The trip must be started at least one day in advance, as an overnight stay beforehand is mandatory. The next possible embarkation will always be selected.

Notice

The travel offer you have chosen has a duration of 14 Days and includes various individual services. Accommodation on the ship is always for seven days according to the program. The preliminary and subsequent stay at the hotel depends on your arrival day and the day of embarkation. All transfers between the airport, hotel, and port are included.

MS Lady Carol

Highlights

  • 5-star cruise ship with 72 exterior cabins on the Nile.
  • Spacious sun deck with a large pool and bar.
  • All Inclusive available with daily buffet-style meals.
  • German-speaking tour guide for organized local excursions.
  • Air-conditioned cabins with approx. 19 m² of space available.

Itinerary

Embarkation: Thursday
Depending on the embarkation day, the itinerary may change.
Itinerary:.
1. Day:
Arrival and embarkation. In the afternoon, visit to the Luxor Museum (3) Dinner and overnight stay on board in Luxor.
2. Day:
Sightseeing on the East Bank in Luxor. At 5 a.m., hot air balloon excursion (optional, can be booked on-site).
Breakfast, sightseeing of the East Bank, the Karnak and Luxor temples (1,2,3).
Lunch on board.
Dinner and overnight stay on board in Luxor.
3. Day:
Sightseeing on the West Bank. 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.
Late in the evening, departure for Esna. Dinner and overnight stay on board.
4. Day:
Continuing from Esna.
Then on to Aswan, where the overnight stay takes place.
Lunch, dinner, and overnight stay on board.
5. Day:
In the morning after breakfast, visit to the Aswan High Dam and the Old Dam in Aswan (1,2,3).
Then visit to the Philae Temple by motorboat (1,2,3). Lunch on board.
In the afternoon, felucca ride on the Nile (1,2,3).
Then an opportunity to visit a Nubian village with the desert on one side and the Nile on the other (3).
Dinner and overnight stay on board.
6. Day:
You have the opportunity to explore Abu Simbel (2,3). Trip to Kom Ombo with a visit to the Double Temple (1,2,3). Dinner and overnight stay on board.
7. Day:
Continuing to Esna and visit to the Temple of Edfu (1,2,3). Overnight stay on board.
8. Day:
Arrival in Luxor. 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 in which excursion package this excursion is included:
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 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 to the Classic excursion package are included 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 to the Classic Plus excursion package are included 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 ship features a friendly reception and a total of 72 beautiful outside cabins distributed across several decks. The main restaurant provides delicious meals. The offer is complemented by a cozy lounge bar. A small bazaar invites you to stroll and browse. On the spacious sun deck, there is a large pool and a bar. Bath towels are included on board.
Modern hotel reception with illuminated desk and artistic wall design.
Modern hotel lobby with orange seating bench, potted plant, and light marble floor.
Outdoor seating area with cushioned chairs and tables on a hotel balcony overlooking nature.

Accommodation

Bright hotel room with large bed, two armchairs, and balcony view.
Hotel room with two single beds, large window, and view of water.
Modern hotel shower area with glass partition, rain shower, and toilet in neutral tones.
Compact hotel bathroom with round mirror, sink, and toilet in neutral tones.

Cabins

The tastefully furnished cabins (K2) are approx. 19 m² in size and feature a bathroom with bath/WC, hairdryer, telephone, satellite TV, video system, air conditioning, minibar, and safe.
The cabins can also be booked for single occupancy (K1 or KA1).

Economy cabins

The economy cabins (EK2) are equipped like the standard cabins, but are located on the lower decks and have a small porthole.

Cabin single occupancy

With the same amenities as the cabins, but slightly smaller (approx. 13 m²) and with only one bed (K1B). The window cannot be opened.

Compact hotel room with single bed, desk, TV, and curtains on the window.
Compact hotel bathroom with round mirror, sink, and toilet in neutral tones.
Modern hotel shower area with glass partition, rain shower, and toilet in neutral tones.

Meals

Full board

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

All Inclusive

All Inclusive

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner in buffet style. Local alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks included from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
The minibar is filled once a week with soft drinks.
Once a week a fruit basket in the cabin.

Entertainment

Occasional evening entertainment with folklore.

Hotel service

Wi-Fi is available for a fee.
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24-hour cabin service, on-call doctor (for a fee).

Credit card

MasterCard and VISA.

Hotelhinweis

Pier of the Lady Carol: Marsa Habiba or Blue Sky in El-Boghdady, Luxor (depending on availability)
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Smoking is permitted exclusively on the outer decks.
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Booking information: Please note that for a flight to/from Hurghada or Marsa Alam before or after the Nile cruise, at least one overnight stay at a hotel is required.
With a flight 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 such cases, this will always be 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 hotel location.
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Due to seasonal low water levels of the Nile or congestion or maintenance of the Esna locks, changes to the travel itinerary may occur. In very rare cases, bus transfers or accommodation on an equivalent ship may be required to ensure the travel itinerary.
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As the offered vessel is a motor ship, operating noises may occur.
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The ships sometimes dock one behind another or side by side, so that crossing other ships may be necessary.
It may occur 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 7 € 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.

Tour operator category

5 Suns *****

Steigenberger ALDAU Beach Hotel

Highlights

  • 5-star resort located directly on a 400 m private sandy beach.
  • Expansive pool landscape with over 5,000 m³ and a 400 m long lazy river.
  • On-site 9-hole par-3 golf course featuring various water hazards.
  • Culinary variety with seven restaurants and five bars within the complex.
  • Complimentary access to the aquapark at the sister hotel Steigenberger Aqua Magic.

Location

Large green park with paths, palm trees, and buildings near the coast at sunset.
Couple relaxes on the bow of a boat in clear turquoise sea near a resort.
Large hotel building at sunset with illuminated plaza and palm trees.
Couple in swimwear walking along the beach by clear blue water.
The Steigenberger ALDAU Beach Hotel, particularly popular with regular guests, is located in the first beach row of Hurghada on one of the region's most popular coastal sections. The generously designed complex is situated on a 400-meter-long private sandy beach with turquoise water. Together with its two sister Steigenberger hotels, the resort is located directly on the "ALDAU Art Promenade" with various shops, restaurants, and the Elements Club & Lounge. The lively town center of Hurghada, known as "Sakalla," is approximately 10 km away. Hurghada airport is approx. 6 km away.

Facilities

The generously designed hotel is equipped with over 400 modern suites, the majority of which have a direct sea view. You can expect a luxurious and open-plan lobby with a reception, seating areas, and two lobby bars. In the outdoor area of the complex, there is an extensive pool landscape covering over 5,000m² with a "Lazy River" over 400 meters long that flows through the complex, as well as a seawater pool (heated) and a "Jacuzzi Island" (for guests 16 years and older). Sunbeds, towels, and umbrellas are available to guests free of charge at the pool and beach. A selection of five different bars and seven varied restaurants ensures culinary enjoyment. For necessary relaxation, a 1,000 m² Thalasso spa and wellness center is at your disposal. The hotel's own 9-hole par-3 golf course delights with an appealing landscape and various water hazards. For divers and water sports enthusiasts, the hotel's own Ilios Dive Club & Aqua Center awaits. For young and old, the aqua park of the sister hotel "Steigenberger Aqua Magic" is included (snacks and local drinks included). Unlimited Wi-Fi can be used throughout the complex.
Bright hotel restaurant with modern furniture and large windows overlooking a balcony.
Large outdoor pool with swim-up bar and palm trees at a hotel resort in sunny weather.
Elegant couple walks through modern hotel lobby with decorative art and warm lighting.
Spacious hotel lobby with bright marble flooring and modern seating areas beneath a patterned ceiling.
Modern hotel restaurant with bar, wooden furniture, and large window overlooking outdoor area.
Elegant hotel bar with tall leather stools and soft lighting at night.
Spacious hotel dining area with modern wooden tables and black chairs.

Accommodation

Modern hotel room with large bed, seating area, and balcony overlooking the city.

Superior Suite Sea View

The superior suites (DM2/DAM approx. 50 m²) have a sea view. The rooms are equipped with a bathroom with a separate shower/WC, hairdryer, individually controllable air conditioning, RFID door lock, minibar (with daily refill of water and soft drinks), limited Wi-Fi for max. 2 devices per room, espresso machine, coffee and tea station with daily refill (each free of charge), telephone, safe, satellite TV (large flatscreen), balcony with chaise longue.
Also bookable as a double room for single occupancy (DM1).

Superior Suite Sea View 4th Floor

The Schauinsland-Reisen Original rooms (DLM) have the same amenities as the Superior Suite Sea View, are guaranteed to be located on the 4th floor, and thus offer a breathtaking view of the sea.
Optionally also bookable on the 5th floor (DDM).

Modern hotel room with large bed, seating area, and balcony overlooking the city.
Modern hotel room with large bed, seating area, and balcony overlooking trees.

Family Suite Sea View

The family suites (F2M/FA2) have the same amenities as the superior suites but are larger (approx. 55 m²) with a sofa bed, limited Wi-Fi for max. 2 devices per room, and a sea view.

Junior Suite Sea View

The junior suites (J2M, approx. 74 m²), consisting of one large room, have a sea view and include the following services: a comfortable lounge area with a chaise longue or rocking chairs, safe, marble floor, dressing area, and a balcony with sun loungers.
In addition, booking the junior suites includes the following amenities:
- Personal check-in/out
- Free entry to the spa area (reservation required)
- Unlimited Wi-Fi (3 devices per room)

Seating area with wicker furniture and view of terrace and sea through large glass windows.
Hotel room with double bed, seating area, and large balcony overlooking water.
Bright hotel room with large double bed, desk, and balcony overlooking the sea.

Elite Suite

The elite suites (EL2, ELA) have the same amenities as the superior suites, but in addition include the following services: personal check-in/out, as well as late check-out until 4 p.m. (subject to availability), free entry to the spa area (reservation required), limited Wi-Fi (2 devices per room). The rooms are located towards the golf course and have a sea view.

Elite Family Suite

The Elite Family Suite (EFM) has the same amenities as the Superior Suite but is larger and additionally features the following services: personal check-in/out, as well as late check-out until 4 p.m. (subject to availability), free entry to the spa area (reservation required), limited Wi-Fi (2 devices per room).

The View Suite

The View Suite (S2) is approx. 115 m² in size and equipped with an open bathroom with a shower and whirlpool, separate WC, separate guest WC, RFID door lock, open living area, one bedroom, limited Wi-Fi for max. 3 devices per room, espresso machine, and a large balcony with loungers and seating. The suites have a sea view. The rooms are adults-only.

Bright hotel room with comfortable armchairs, large window, and adjacent bedroom.
Modern seating area with round table, four chairs, and colorful painting on the wall.
Bright hotel room with jacuzzi, large bed, and balcony with sea view.
Bright hotel room with large bed, seating area, and balcony access overlooking the sea.

Executive Suite

The executive suites (2DS), consisting of one large room, are approx. 59m² in size and additionally feature a dining table, dressing area, limited Wi-Fi for max. 3 devices per room, espresso machine, and a balcony with sun loungers and a sea view.

Deluxe Suite

The deluxe suites (SDM) are approx. 142 m² in size and feature a bedroom and a separate living area. Additionally, the deluxe suites have a dressing area and two balconies, each with a table and two chairs, from which you have a beautiful view over the Red Sea.
In addition, booking the deluxe suites includes the following amenities:
- Personal check-in/out
- Free entry to the spa area (reservation required)
- Limited Wi-Fi (3 devices per room)

Bright hotel room with large bed, TV, armchair, and balcony overlooking the sea.
Bright living room with glass dining table, two armchairs, and large windows overlooking nature.
Bright hotel room with double bed, seating area, balcony, and sea view.

Standard Suite

The standard suites (SSZ) offer the same amenities as the superior suites, but with a limited contingent and no sea view.

Superior Suite Pool or Garden View

The superior suites (POS) are 50 m² in size and feature the same amenities as the Superior Suite Sea View, with a pool or garden view.

Meals

All Inclusive

Enjoy your breakfast (07-10:30 a.m.), lunch (1-4 p.m.), and dinner (6:30-10 p.m. in summer and 6-10 p.m. in winter) in buffet form, in the evening with changing theme buffets, at the main restaurant "Tamarind." Alternatively, for lunch, the "Bwala Pool Restaurant and Bar" with a lunch menu from 1-5 p.m. or the "Tanga Beach Restaurant and Bar" with a lunch buffet from 12-3 p.m. and a lunch menu from 1-4 p.m. are available. For dinner, in addition to the main restaurant, the following seven à-la-carte restaurants are available with a specific selection of delicacies once per week (advance reservation required): "Bwala Pool Restaurant and Bar" with Mediterranean cuisine, "Tanga Beach Restaurant and Bar" with Oriental cuisine, "Alex Beach Club and Restaurant-Adult Only" with modern fusion cuisine, and 3 restaurants in the "S-Square" at the ALDAU Art Promenade with Asian cuisine. Local alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks are served at the currently open bar around the clock. Among the five bars are "Karibu Lobby Lounge" with a selection of snacks, sandwiches, and cakes, "Ukumbi Lobby Bar," "Bwala Pool Bar," "Tanga Beach Restaurant and Bar," and "Dewan Café." Upon arrival, you will find a fruit plate in your room, and the minibar will be replenished daily with local soft drinks. The aqua park of the sister hotel "Steigenberger Aqua Magic" may be used from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Food and drinks are included there.

Not included in All Inclusive

Fresh juices, imported alcoholic beverages, shisha.

Ultra All Inclusive

As part of the Ultra All Inclusive, personalized VIP check-in as well as personal butler service are available throughout your stay. Furthermore, you are offered a selection of first-class spirits, including imported international beverages. Additionally, an expanded gourmet option of delicious dishes in the à-la-carte restaurants is included for you at lunch and dinner with unlimited visits and individual reservation via the butler service. Your minibar is replenished daily with soft drinks and beer; additionally, you receive one 20-minute relaxation massage at the Pure Spa per stay. Also included: 25% discount on room service, unlimited laundry service during your stay, luxury bathroom articles, free entry to the Elements Club & Lounge with 25% discount on food and local drinks. At the bars, you are entitled to free soft drinks, freshly squeezed juices, canned juices, coffee and tea, beer, local wines, and sparkling wine, as well as a selection of high-quality local and brand-name spirits.

Sports included

Fitness center (24 hours, use from 16 years), approx. 1.5-kilometer-long jogging & Nordic walking track, table tennis, darts, table football, and billiards (depending on opening hours). Unlimited bicycle rental on the hotel grounds (from 9 a.m. until sunset). Golf Green Fee/Putting Green (2x weekly with advance reservation/during the day, including clubs), beach volleyball, water/step/aerobics, Pilates, yoga, water polo, CrossFit, darts, bocce.
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Unlimited free entry (daily from 9 a.m.-5 p.m.) to the aqua park of the neighboring hotel "Steigenberger Aqua Magic":
The aqua park consists of 6 slides (minimum height 1.20m), including one free-fall slide.
Local drinks and food in the aqua park are also included.
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Trial surfing and diving, Golf Green Fee/Putting Green (2x weekly with advance reservation/during the day, including clubs), pedal boat and canoe (daily for 30 minutes), billiards, trial golf lesson with golf pro.
For experienced golfers (unlimited handicap), the 9-hole par-3 golf course with clubs is included (subject to availability with advance reservation; balls and floodlights are for a fee).
Modern gym with weight bench, treadmills, and strength machines by large windows.
A hotel with a pool and pirate ship water slides under a clear blue sky.
Large pool with water slides and umbrellas beside a hotel.

Sports for a fee

Diving school on the beach with various water sports activities (external provider) as well as golf rounds.

Children's program

Hotel pool area with water feature and cabanas surrounded by palm trees.
Water park with pirate ship and water slides in front of hotel building under clear sky.
Large outdoor pool with water slides and loungers at a hotel resort.
Large pirate ship play structure in hotel pool under blue sky.
For the little guests, there is a Kids Club (4-12 years) with a separate pool (heated in winter), a playground, mini disco, and baby cots (subject to availability). High chairs and children's menus (upon request) are provided in the restaurant.

Wellness

Pure Spa on over 1,000m² with sauna, Turkish hammam, salt-water whirlpool. Additionally, massages and treatments. Treatments and facilities each for a fee.
Bright spa with hot tub, waterfall, and seating under a painted sky ceiling.
Bright, modern hotel lounge area with white sofas, wood accents, and sand tones.
Modern wellness room with massage table, wood paneling, and mirror with lighting.
Two massage tables covered with blue blankets in a calm spa room with a mirror and warm lighting.

Entertainment

Animation and entertainment program during the day and evening. Free entry to the Elements Club & Lounge on the ALDAU Art Promenade as well as 25% discount on food and local drinks (open from 6 p.m.).

Hotel service

Wi-Fi is available free of charge throughout the complex and in the rooms.
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Laundry service: free cleaning of 5 laundry items per person/stay.
Automated teller machine, laundry service, shoe-shine service, luggage service, business center.

Credit card

Mastercard, Visacard, American Express.

Hotelhinweis

The hotel is particularly suitable for wheelchair users. There are also 4 barrier-free rooms available (Superior Suite Sea View/DM2/DM1/DMK).
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Please note when choosing your hotel and your destination airport that, especially in the combination "Marsa Alam airport-Hurghada hotel" and vice-versa "Hurghada airport-Marsa Alam hotel," large distances must sometimes 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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Zusatzhinweis

YUSSIF AFIFI ROAD
8411 HURGHADA
EGYPT
0020-653465400
0020-653465410

Seasonal information

additionally bookable under HRGA18

Tour operator category

5 Suns *****

Country category

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Last updated: 15.09.2026 17:37