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Large blue and white river cruise boat on calm water with buildings in the background.
Modern bar area with high stools, wooden floor, and decorative ceiling in a spacious room.
Modern hotel lounge with cushioned chairs, sofas, plants, and ambient lighting.
Modern hotel lounge with armchairs, sofa, plants, and marble flooring under artificial lighting.
Modern outdoor pool with clear blue water and cabana lounging areas.
Sunlit outdoor patio with wooden floor, white draped cabanas, and wooden lounge chairs under clear sky.
Spacious outdoor bar with high chairs under a large canopy and city views.
Upscale hotel buffet area with covered food trays and elegant decor.
Modern hotel dining area with upholstered chairs, set tables, and large curtains along the wall.
Spacious lounge area with modern chairs, marble floor, columns, and large windows for natural light.
Modern hotel room with double bed, sofa, TV, and large window with curtains.
Modern hotel room with beige sectional sofa, coffee table, rug, and framed artwork.
Hotel room with two beds, gray headboards, white bedding, and modern wall lamps.
Interior view of a souvenir shop with postcards and maps on display racks and a wooden floor.
Five deck plans of a Nile cruise ship showing rooms, pool, lobby, and dining areas.
Colorful water park with large slides and splash pools under a blue sky.
Hotel entrance at dusk with palm trees and illuminated signage against a clear sky.
Spacious, elegant hotel lobby with high ceiling, chandelier, marble floor, and flower centerpiece.
Hotel lobby with wooden reception desk, geometric wall designs, and guest approaching counter.
Hotel room with a large bed, decorative pillows, desk, and balcony seating area with outdoor view.
Hotel room with two beds, wooden flooring, curtains, and a patio with chairs outside.
Modern bathroom with beige tiles, white toilet, sink, and glass-enclosed shower area.
Cozy balcony seating with two chairs and a small table overlooking green trees.
Bright hotel room with double bed, patterned pillows, and balcony overlooking palm trees and pool.
Hotel room with two single beds, wooden floor, desk, chairs, and large window with curtains.
Modern bathroom with toilet, large mirror, sink, and toiletries on the countertop.
Balcony with two chairs and small table overlooking garden and building windows.
A colorful playground with slides and swings on sandy ground under a yellow canopy.
Colorful indoor kids' play area with bowling pins, tables, and chairs on a padded floor.
Outdoor tennis court with green surface, surrounded by palm trees and a chain-link fence.
Outdoor blue paddle tennis courts with clear fencing under a bright sky.
Outdoor basketball court with palm trees and fencing under clear blue sky.
Bright purple spa room with two massage tables and soft lighting.
Bright, modern spa room with two massage tables covered in green sheets and vibrant blue and yellow walls.
Indoor spa area with hot tub, wooden steps, and sauna with glass door in a stylish room.
Ägypten ∙ Kairo-Luxor-Assuan ∙ Hurghada

Nilkombi MS Nile Excellence & Ausflug + Albatros Aqua Park

HEH014

Product information

Combined product of a Nile cruise on the MS Nile Excellence and a beach holiday including all intermediate transfers. Accommodation in the hotel will always be in the cheapest available room category. Embarkation is always on Thursdays. The trip must be started at least one day in advance, as an overnight stay is mandatory. Embarkation will always be on the next available date.

Cruise details

MS Nile Excellence incl. Excursion

Route/Ship location

When booking the MS Nile Excellence, the following excursions are automatically included: Valley of the Kings, Kom Ombo Temple, and the 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 route may shift.
Route:
Day 1:
Arrival and embarkation. In the afternoon, visit to the Luxor Museum (3). Dinner and overnight on board in Luxor.
Day 2:
A hot air balloon ride is possible at 5 AM (optional, bookable on site).
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, sailing to Edfu. Dinner and overnight on board.
Day 3:
Continue sailing to Kom Ombo in the morning.
Lunch on board and 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 (1,2,3).
Then, visit the Temple of Philae by motorboat (1,2,3). Lunch on board.
In the afternoon, felucca ride on the Nile (1,2,3).
Then, visit a Nubian village (3).
Dinner and overnight on board.
Day 5:
In the early morning at 3:30 AM, opportunity for an excursion to Abu Simbel by bus (2,3), breakfast box is included.
Then, it's back to Kom Ombo.
Lunch on board. Overnight stay and dinner on board.
Day 6:
Breakfast on board. Afterwards, the ship sails on to Esna. Dinner and overnight on board.
Day 7:
Breakfast. Then you have the opportunity to visit the Temple of Edfu (1,2,3).
Afterwards, the ship sails on to Luxor.
Upon arrival, you have the opportunity 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 route description are not included.
There is a German-speaking guide on board for the excursions.
The excursion package in which each excursion is located is indicated behind the excursions in the route description:
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 (can be booked by email to: res.aegypten@schauinsland-reisen.de)
Luxor Temple
Karnak Temple
Temple of Hatshepsut
Colossi of Memnon in Luxor
Temple of Edfu
Felucca ride
Temple of Philae
-> Winter season 2025/2026, Summer season 2026: 155 € p.P.
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Additional excursions to the Classic Package are included in the Excursion Package Classic Plus Excellence: (can be booked by email to: res.aegypten@schauinsland-reisen.de)
Day trip by bus to Abu Simbel.
-> Winter season 2025/2026, Summer season 2026: 280 € p.P.
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Additional excursions to the Classic Plus Package are included in the Excursion Package Premium Excellence: (can be booked by email to: res.aegypten@schauinsland-reisen.de)
Luxor Museum
Nubian Village in Aswan
-> Winter season 2025/2026, Summer season 2026: 333 € p.P.
The MS Nile Excellence has a total of 30 modernly furnished outside cabins spread across several decks. The reception area is bright and elegantly designed and features a reception desk. Enjoy culinary delights in the main restaurant and savor cool drinks served at the three bars on board. Furthermore, there is a small bazaar and a cozy reading corner available. Starting from Winter 2024/25, the ship will have a small fitness studio, freely accessible to all guests on board. To make your vacation perfect, you can relax on the sun loungers on the sun deck or cool off in the pool while enjoying the fantastic view of the landscape along the Nile.
Five deck plans of a Nile cruise ship showing rooms, pool, lobby, and dining areas.

Meals

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner as a buffet or set menu.
Breakfast includes soft drinks and hot beverages. Lunch and dinner include two soft drinks and a small bottle of water per person.

Entertainment

Occasional evening entertainment with folklore or oriental evenings.

Cabins

Suite

The cheerfully furnished suites (S2) are approx. 24 sqm 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 a French balcony.
Also available for single occupancy (1SA).

Royal Suite

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

Single Suite

The Single Suites (S1) are approx. 13 sqm and otherwise equipped like the suites, but with only one single bed without a seating area.

Economy Suite

The Economy Suites (S2Z) are somewhat smaller (approx. 21 sqm) than the suites with otherwise the same amenities, but possibly without a French balcony and seating area, instead having a non-opening window.

Hotel notice

Ship's address:
Blue Sky Dock – beside Baghdadi Police check point.
Check-in time: 12 PM
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Smoking is only permitted on the outer decks.
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Booking note: Please note that for a flight to/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 a flight to/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, changes to the itinerary may occur. 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 offered ship is a motor vessel, operational noises may occur.
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The ships may dock one behind another or side by side, so it may be necessary to cross other ships.
It is possible 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 per night on the boat, depending on the ship's category, at the beginning of the trip. 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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Map

Location

The hotel "Pickalbatros Aqua Park", very popular with families, is located only about 700m from the hotel's own beach section. You can reach this after a short walk through the grounds of the sister hotel "Beach Albatros" (HRG013) or via a free shuttle. The hotel is only separated by a road from "Beach Albatros". The distance to Hurghada Airport is approx. 10 km, and it takes about 20 minutes to drive to Hurghada Downtown.
Hotel entrance at dusk with palm trees and illuminated signage against a clear sky.

Facilities

Spacious, elegant hotel lobby with high ceiling, chandelier, marble floor, and flower centerpiece.
Hotel lobby with wooden reception desk, geometric wall designs, and guest approaching counter.
The particularly family-friendly complex has 296 rooms spread across the main building and four 3-story annex buildings. In addition to two restaurants (Mediterranean cuisine, Asian cuisine) and various bars catering to your culinary needs, the hotel offers a spacious lobby with a lobby bar, reception, and ATM, as well as various shops in front of the hotel and a hairdresser. The outdoor area includes an amphitheater, 9 swimming pools (some heated), an Olympic pool at the sister hotel Pickalbatros Aqua Vista (for a fee), and the Aqua Park with 9 water slides for adults. There are 16 additional slides for children at "Pickalbatros Aqua Blu", which can also be used. Sun loungers and umbrellas are included by the pool and on the beach, towels only at the pool. There is a beach bar at the beach, which is also included. If needed, unlimited access to the Neverland Aqua Park can be booked additionally.

Accommodation

Double Room

The double rooms (D) are cheerfully and tastefully furnished with shower/WC, hairdryer, air conditioning, minibar, kettle, telephone, satellite TV, safe, and balcony or terrace, with a size of approx. 32 sqm.
Also bookable with pool view (PD) or for single use (DE/PDE). Additionally bookable as type I room (DI/DEI) with special price and limited quota.

Hotel room with a large bed, decorative pillows, desk, and balcony seating area with outdoor view.
Hotel room with two beds, wooden flooring, curtains, and a patio with chairs outside.
Modern bathroom with beige tiles, white toilet, sink, and glass-enclosed shower area.
Cozy balcony seating with two chairs and a small table overlooking green trees.

Economy Double Room

These economy double rooms (SSZ) have the same amenities as the double rooms but have a limited quota and a special price.

Bright hotel room with double bed, patterned pillows, and balcony overlooking palm trees and pool.
Hotel room with two single beds, wooden floor, desk, chairs, and large window with curtains.
Modern bathroom with toilet, large mirror, sink, and toiletries on the countertop.
Balcony with two chairs and small table overlooking garden and building windows.

Family Room

The family rooms (DF2) are approx. 48 sqm, consist of 2 bedrooms, and have a balcony or terrace.
Also bookable with pool view (FP2).

Sports Included

Table tennis, darts, boccia, fitness room.

Sports for a Fee

Billiards, tennis, Olympic pool, various water sports at the beach (local providers), and a diving school (local providers).
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Neverland Aqua Park (bookable through travel agency with request H and service code HRG914):
Unlimited access to the Neverland Aqua Park (consisting of the former Jungle Aqua Park and a newly built slide park in Water Valley) can be booked for a fee in many hotels. The park includes over 100 different water attractions for small and large guests. The price of €70 for adults and €35 for children up to 11 years includes daily free entry with snacks and soft drinks, as well as transfer from/to the hotel of stay.

Children's Programme

Separate children's pool, water park for children, kids' club for ages 4-12.
A colorful playground with slides and swings on sandy ground under a yellow canopy.
Colorful water slides at a water park with a pool and clear blue sky.
Colorful indoor kids' play area with bowling pins, tables, and chairs on a padded floor.

Wellness

Bright purple spa room with two massage tables and soft lighting.
Bright, modern spa room with two massage tables covered in green sheets and vibrant blue and yellow walls.
Indoor spa area with hot tub, wooden steps, and sauna with glass door in a stylish room.
Wellness area with whirlpool, steam bath, sauna. Massages and beauty salon for a fee.

Hotel Service

Wi-Fi is available free of charge in the lobby and in the rooms.
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Laundry service (for a fee).

Credit Card

Master and Visa.

Hotel features

  • Kids Club/Mini Club
  • Tennis
  • Volleyball/Beach Volleyball
  • Water Slides
  • Animation
  • Fitness
  • Air Conditioning
  • Hotel Safe
  • Children's Playground
  • Children's Pool
  • Massages
  • Sauna
  • Spa
  • Diving
  • Wi-Fi
  • Shopping Facilities
  • Sandy Beach
  • Extended Hygiene Concept

Note

Accessible hotel complex.
An accessible room (D) is available on request.
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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 must be covered and a long transfer time should be expected. This also applies if this hotel is booked after a Nile cruise.
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The entry visa for all travel services booked with schauinsland-reisen is not included in the travel price. Guests have the option to organize the visa themselves or to purchase it from the schauinsland-reisen tour guide upon arrival for €30 per person.
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SAFAGA ROAD HURGHADA-EGYPT TEL: 0020-6534648015 FAX: 0020-973464800

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