Ägypten ∙ Kairo-Luxor-Assuan ∙ Hurghada

Nilkombi MS Nile Excellence & Ausflug + Sheraton Miramar

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Travel information

Combo product consisting of a Nile cruise on the MS Nile Excellence and a beach holiday, including all transfers between locations. Accommodation at the hotel is always provided in the most affordable available room category. Embarkation always takes place on Thursdays. The journey must be started at least one day in advance, as an overnight stay prior to embarkation is mandatory. The next possible embarkation date will always be selected.

Notice

The travel package you have selected 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 concluding stay at the hotel depends on your arrival day and the embarkation day. All transfers between the airport, hotel, and port are included.

MS Nile Excellence incl. excursion

Highlights

  • 5-star Nile cruise ship with 30 modern outside cabins.
  • Includes excursions to the Valley of the Kings, Kom Ombo Temple and Aswan High Dam.
  • Sun deck with pool and loungers for guests.
  • Full board with buffet or set menu served on board.
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi available in the ship's public areas.

Itinerary

When booking the MS Nile Excellence, the following excursions are automatically included: Valley of the Kings, Kom Ombo Temple, and a visit to the High Dam in Aswan.
The excursion packages listed below can of course still be booked.
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Embarkation: Thursday.
Depending on the embarkation day, the itinerary may change.
Itinerary:
Day 1:
Arrival and embarkation. Afternoon visit to the Luxor Museum (3). Dinner and overnight stay on board in Luxor.
Day 2:
At 5 a.m., a hot air balloon ride is possible (optional, bookable on site).
In the 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 Edfu. Dinner and overnight stay on board.
Day 3:
Morning cruise to Kom Ombo.
Lunch on board and visit to the Double Temple (1,2,3).
Continue to Aswan, dinner and overnight stay on board.
Day 4:
Morning after breakfast, visit to the Aswan High Dam (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 stay on board.
Day 5:
Early morning at 3:30 a.m., opportunity for an excursion to Abu Simbel by bus (2,3), breakfast box is included.
Then continue to Kom Ombo.
Lunch on board. Overnight stay and dinner on board.
Day 6:
Breakfast on board. Afterward, the ship sails on to Esna. Dinner and overnight stay on board.
Day 7:
Breakfast. Afterward, you have the option to visit the Edfu Temple (1,2,3).
Afterward, the ship sails to Luxor.
Upon arrival, you have the option to visit the East Bank with the Luxor Temple (1,2,3) and the Karnak Temple (1,2,3). There is an opportunity for a Sound and Light show at Karnak Temple (optional, can be booked on site).
Day 8:
Departure.
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The excursions listed in the itinerary are not included.
A German-speaking guide is on board for the excursions.
Behind the excursions in the itinerary, it is noted which excursion package contains this excursion:
Excursion package Classic Excellence=1
Excursion package Classic Plus Excellence=2
Excursion package Premium Excellence=3
The excursion packages can be booked optionally. Entrance fees are included in the excursion packages.
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Excursion package Classic Excellence:
Luxor Temple
Karnak Temple
Hatshepsut Temple
Colossus of Memnon in Luxor
Edfu Temple
Felucca trip
Philae Temple
-> Winter season 2026/2027: 163 € p.p., Summer season 2026: 155 € p.p.
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Additional excursions to the Classic package are in the excursion package Classic Plus Excellence
Day trip by bus to Abu Simbel.
-> Winter season 2026/2027: 289 € p.p., Summer season 2026: 280 € p.p.
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Additional excursions to the Classic Plus package are in the excursion package Premium Excellence
Luxor Museum
Nubian village in Aswan
-> Winter season 2026/2027: 335 € p.p., Summer season 2026: 333 € p.p.

Facilities

The MS Nile Excellence features a total of 30 modern outside cabins distributed across several decks. The reception area is bright and elegantly designed. Enjoy culinary delights in the main restaurant and cool drinks served at the three bars on board. Furthermore, a small bazaar and a cozy reading corner are available. Starting Winter 2024/25, the ship features a small fitness room that is freely accessible to all guests on board. To make your holiday perfect, you can relax on the sun deck loungers or cool off in the pool while enjoying the fantastic views of the landscape along the Nile.
Overview of Nile Excellence cruise ship deck plans showing cabins, pool, and lobby areas.

Accommodation

Suite

The friendly furnished suites (S2) are approx. 24 m² and feature a shower/WC, hairdryer, two single beds or one double bed, air conditioning (individually adjustable), minibar, safe, TV, telephone (for a fee), seating area, and French balcony.
Also bookable for single use (1SA).

Royal Suite

The Royal Suites (RS) have the same features as the suites but are larger (approx. 37 m²). The Royal Suites are located on the middle and upper decks.
In the Royal Suites, the balcony also includes a small table and two chairs.

Single suite

The single suites (S1) are approx. 13 m² and otherwise feature the same amenities as the suites, but with only one single bed and no seating area.

Economy suite

The economy suites (S2Z) have the same amenities as the suites but are slightly smaller (approx. 21 m²) and potentially lack a French balcony and seating area, instead featuring a non-opening window.

Meals

Full board

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner buffet or set menu.
Breakfast includes soft drinks and hot beverages. For lunch and dinner, two soft drinks and one small bottle of water per person are included.

All Inclusive

All Inclusive

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner buffet. Selected local alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks included from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. at the lounge/sun deck bar.
Afternoon coffee, tea, and pastries during the cruise.
Daily refilling of the minibar with 2 small bottles of water. The minibar is filled with soft drinks once per week.
Fruit basket in the cabin once per week.

Not included in All Inclusive

International/imported alcoholic beverages.

Sports included

A small fitness area is located on deck.

Wellness

Massage treatments are offered for additional relaxation (for a fee).

Entertainment

Occasional evening entertainment with folklore or Oriental nights.

Hotel services

Wi-Fi is available free of charge in public areas. Wi-Fi in rooms is available for a fee.
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Pool towels are provided in the cabins.
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24-hour cabin service, on-call physician.
Check-in 12 p.m.

Credit cards

MasterCard and VISA are accepted.

Hotelhinweis

Ship's address:
Blue Sky Dock – beside Baghdadi Police check point.
Check-in time: 12 p.m.
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Smoking is permitted exclusively on the outer decks.
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Booking note: Please note that for flights to/from Hurghada or Marsa Alam before or after the Nile cruise, at least one overnight stay at a hotel is required.
No overnight stay is necessary for flights to/from Luxor.
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Booking note: We reserve the right to rebook you to another ship for economic reasons. In such cases, it will always be a ship of a higher or equivalent category. The travel itinerary will not be affected.
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The transfer time 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 due to overload 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 travel itinerary.
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Since the ship offered is a motor vessel, operational noise may occur.
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Ships sometimes dock behind or alongside one another, so crossing other ships may be necessary.
It may happen that the ship is not always accessible without barriers.
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Egypt is the land of baksheesh: To spare you the stress of constant tipping 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 a recommendation on our part.
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Tour operator category

5 Suns *****

Sheraton Miramar

Highlights

  • Resort grounds situated on nine small islands connected by wooden bridges.
  • Culinary variety through the Dine-Around program in El Gouna.
  • Architecture in the Nubian-Arabic style designed by Michael Graves.
  • 5-star resort with private sandy beach and lagoon landscape.
  • Miniclub for children from 5 to 12 years of age.

Location

Hotel complex with red roofs by sandy beach and turquoise water in the foreground.
Aerial view of a resort with a water lagoon, beaches, and surrounding vegetation.
View of a pool between two buildings with palm trees and sea in the background at sunset.
Aerial view of a seaside resort with clear blue water and a long bridge.
Built in the Nubian style, the Sheraton Miramar Resort invites you to rest and relaxation. The beautiful hotel complex is spread over nine small islands, where the various hotel buildings are located. The island landscape is connected by wooden bridges. Surrounded by crystal-clear lagoons and beautiful sandy beaches, the location creates a very special atmosphere that instantly puts you in a holiday mood. The hotel is located approx. 25 km north of Hurghada, just a few minutes by car from the center of El Gouna with various shops, restaurants, and bars. For a fee, you can use the regularly operating boat and bus shuttle. Hurghada Airport is approx. 40 km away.

Facilities

Designed by the famous architect Michael Graves, this 339-room resort fascinates with its colorful combination of Arabic and Nubian styles and its location amidst a beautiful, exotic garden. The comfortable social facilities include the spacious lobby with reception, several well-kept lounge areas, various shops, a hairdresser, and a beauty salon. Enjoy culinary delights at the main restaurant "Miramar" and the two à-la-carte restaurants. Distributed throughout the beautiful grounds are various bars, including the impressive "Miramar Bar," which offers small snacks and drinks. Outside, guests can use the large pool area (partially heated) with comfortable sun terraces. Loungers, cushions, sunshades, and pool towels are included at the pool and beach. The beach with its turquoise lagoons invites you to swim. From the hotel complex, you can also walk to the public beach island "Zeytouna Beach" and the "Zeytouna Beach Pier."
Elegant hotel restaurant with high arches, chandeliers, and stylishly set tables.
Elegant hotel lounge with light armchairs, round tables, and illuminated wall cabinet.
A set table on a terrace overlooking the sea and palm trees.
Hotel courtyard with palm trees and fountain, view of the sea.
Spacious modern hotel lounge area with chandeliers and seating around a circular table.
Elegant hotel restaurant with high arches, comfortable chairs, and decorative wall design.
Modern hotel building with palm trees and illuminated fountain at dusk.
Bridge and modern gate with columns in a sunlit garden area.

Accommodation

Bright hotel room with large bed, two chairs, and palm view through glass doors.

Double room Superior pool or lagoon view

The comfortably furnished rooms (DSU) are freshly renovated and are approx. 38 m² in size. The rooms feature a walk-in shower, WC, hairdryer, individually adjustable air conditioning, telephone, LCD TV, minibar (daily refilled with soft drinks), coffee and tea maker, safe, and balcony or terrace with a view of the hotel's lagoon. Also bookable as a double room for single use (DEU).
(Under HRGA16 bookable with SL2/SL1 or as beach front (BF2/BF1)).

Double room Premium side sea view

The rooms (P2D) feature a walk-in shower, WC, hairdryer, individually adjustable air conditioning, telephone, LCD TV, minibar (daily refilled with soft drinks), coffee and tea maker, seating area, safe, and balcony or terrace. The rooms have a side sea view and are renovated.
(Additionally bookable under HRGA16 with PDZ/PSD.)

Bright hotel room with two single beds, desk, TV, and balcony with sea view.
Bright hotel room with two single beds, wooden furniture, and large window view.
Bright hotel bathroom with large mirror, sink, and glass-walled shower.

Beachfront Deluxe Room

The freshly renovated Beachfront Deluxe Rooms (BF2) offer the same amenities as the double rooms but are located in the first row to the beach. Also bookable for single use (BF1).

Family room

The family rooms (DF2) offer the same amenities as the double rooms but consist of two rooms with a connecting door.

Bright hotel room with two single beds, a seating area, and large windows with curtains.
Modern bathroom with large mirror, double sinks, and separate shower area.
Balcony with comfortable armchairs, round wooden table, and a hanging rattan chair, orange walls.
Modern dressing area with small desk, chair, and large wardrobe in hotel room.

Suite Superior (HRGA16)

The Suite Superior (SU2) is similar in amenities to the double rooms Superior but lacks a walk-in shower and is larger (approx. 42 m²).
Also bookable for single use (SU1).

Spacious hotel room with bed, dining table, TV, and large windows overlooking outdoors.

Junior Suite

The Junior Suite (JS2) offers the same amenities as the double room but is more spacious (approx. 52 m²) and features an open living space.
Also bookable for single use (JS1).

Meals

All Inclusive

Ultra All Inclusive (Code 3)

The main restaurant "Miramar" offers breakfast (7-10:30 a.m.) and dinner (6-9:30 p.m.) in buffet form. Lunch is served in the "Miramar" or "Waves" restaurant. Local beer, local spirits, local wines, soft drinks, ice cream, tea, mineral water, and coffee are included around the clock at the currently open bar. Drinks in the minibar are also included (daily refilling of soft drinks).
ATTENTION: When booking Ultra All Inclusive, the Club Package is not included. It is mandatory to book the meal plan according to the program for the Club Package to be included.

Hotel terrace with set tables, orange columns, and a view of the sea.
Pier leads to a boat with seating area, docked in calm water at sunset near landing stage.

According to program (Club Package), Code X

When booking the meal plan "According to program", Ultra All Inclusive and the "Club Package" with the following amenities are automatically included:
- exclusive beach area with drink and snack service
- room upgrade upon availability on site
- room amenity upgrade on site
- breakfast in the room (once per stay)
- daily evening turndown service
- daily access to à-la-carte restaurants
- bottle of wine in the room
- romantic dinner (once per stay)
- access to the Chill-out Lounge
- boat tour through the lagoons (once per stay, upon request on site)
- laundry service (once before departure)
- exclusive club area during the day with drink and snack service
- premium alcohol at the respective open bars
- daily minibar refilling with soft drinks
- sunset cocktail on the boat
(Booking code: X)

Dine Around El Gouna

The Dine-Around program allows guests with half board, full board, or All Inclusive a special culinary experience. Guests can dine in participating restaurants at other hotels – completely without additional costs for food (drinks excluded).
Depending on the length of stay, guests can use the Dine-Around offer multiple times: 1x from four nights, up to 3x for five to seven nights, and up to 4x for eight or more nights. Guests of 5-star hotels have access to all participating restaurants. Guests from a 3 or 4-star hotel can dine in houses of the same category – an upgrade to a 5-star restaurant is possible for a small fee.
A table reservation through the hotel (ideally by 12 p.m. on the same day) is recommended.

Sports included

Fitness, aqua gymnastics, football, aerobics, bocce, table tennis, and volleyball.
Modern gym with treadmill and elliptical machines next to large windows overlooking a garden.

Sports for a fee

Billiards, windsurfing, kayaking, diving, and snorkeling.
18-hole golf course only approx. 10 minutes by car from the hotel (golf equipment can be rented at the golf club, taxi available for a fee).

Children's program

Covered children's playground with various play equipment and a view of the sea.
Playground with slides, swings, and climbing equipment under a wooden roof outdoors.
Blue pool with white lounge chairs, palm trees, and red buildings under a blue sky at a hotel resort.
For the little guests, a miniclub for children aged 5-12 years (daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m.), children's animation, and minidisco are offered. Further fun is provided by children's pools and a playground. High chairs and baby cots are available upon request free of charge.

Wellness

Health club with sauna, steam bath, and massages (for a fee).
Two massage tables in front of large shutters in a relaxing spa room.
Calm spa room with two massage tables, warm lighting, and decorative elements.
Symmetrical pool with columns and people at the end, during sunset.

Entertainment

The Sheraton Miramar offers its guests daytime sports programs and evening live music and shows.

Hotel services

Wi-Fi is available free of charge throughout the hotel complex. High-speed available for a fee.
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For a fee: room service, laundry service.

Credit cards

Visa, Mastercard.

Hotelhinweis

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Please note when choosing your hotel and arrival airport that particularly with the combination „Airport Marsa Alam-Hotel Hurghada“ as well as vice versa „Airport Hurghada-Hotel Marsa Alam“ large distances must sometimes be traveled 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 is only partially suitable for people with reduced mobility. Barrier-free rooms are available, but only upon request.
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Zusatzhinweis

HURGHADA/EL GOUNA
EGYPT
TEL: 0020-653545606
FAX: 0020-65354608
www.orascomhm.com
www.sheratonmiramar.com

Seasonal information

Additionally bookable under HRGA16.

Tour operator category

5 Suns *****

Country category

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Last updated: 10.07.2026 14:17