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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.
Large hotel pool with lounge chairs and palm trees in a tropical resort setting.
Large swimming pool with palm trees and a hotel restaurant area.
Covered terrace with chairs and tables overlooking a hotel pool and palm trees.
Bright hotel room with two beds, wooden furniture, and access to a balcony overlooking greenery.
Elegant hotel lounge area with round tables, upholstered chairs, and warm lighting.
Illuminated hotel pool with palm trees and seating area at sunset.
Woman swimming in a large blue pool in front of a hotel with palm trees and sun umbrellas.
Hotel complex with multiple pools, palm trees, and sun umbrellas under a clear blue sky.
Elegant hotel lobby with high vaulted ceiling and marble floor.
Hotel with large outdoor pool and palm trees under blue sky.
Sun umbrellas and lounge chairs on sandy beach at sunset by the sea.
Sandy beach with rows of sun umbrellas and lounge chairs under a clear blue sky.
Outdoor terrace with tables and chairs by a hotel pool on a sunny day.
Large hotel with blue pool and palm trees under clear sky.
Hotel with white buildings, green lawn, palm trees, and sun umbrellas under clear sky.
Sandy beach with sun loungers and straw parasols under a clear blue sky.
Lit hotel terrace with guests dining in a garden setting at night.
Hotel complex with pools, sun loungers, and umbrellas under a clear blue sky.
Modern spa area with marble walls, loungers, soft lighting, and relaxing ambiance.
Bright hotel room with double bed, flat-screen TV, and view of terrace and garden.
Modern bathroom with marble surfaces, large mirror, and double sinks.
Bright hotel room with double bed, sofa, desk, and access to terrace with sea view.
Elegant hotel room with a canopy bed and pool view through large windows.
Elegant bedroom with four-poster bed, cream walls, and warm lighting fixtures.
Cozy pool area with umbrella and loungers in a quiet garden setting.
Bright, elegant living room with sofa and view into a bedroom with canopy bed.
Ägypten ∙ Kairo-Luxor-Assuan ∙ Hurghada

Nilkombi MS Nile Serenity + Jaz Makadi Star

HNH098
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Travel information

Combination package consisting of a Nile cruise on the MS Nile Serenity and a beach holiday, including all intermediate transfers. Accommodation at the hotel is always provided in the most affordable available room category. Embarkation always takes place on Saturdays. The journey must be started at least one day in advance, as an overnight stay beforehand is mandatory. The next available embarkation 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 pre- and post-cruise 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 Serenity

Highlights

  • Fully renovated 5-star Nile cruise ship with 40 exterior cabins and suites.
  • All cabins and suites feature a private balcony with views of the Nile.
  • Sun deck with outdoor pool, whirlpool, and direct views of the Nile.
  • All Inclusive with daily buffet meals and beverages available around the clock.
  • Fitness area available on board for physical activity.

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:
Morning after breakfast, excursion to Thebes-West to the Hatshepsut Temple (1,2,3) with a viewing of the Colossi of Memnon (1,2,3). Visit to the Valley of the Kings (1,2,3). Lunch on board.
Afternoon sail to Esna. Dinner and overnight on board.
Day 3:
Morning after breakfast, visit to Edfu Temple (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:
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 a.m., 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 Karnak Temple (optional, can be booked locally).
Overnight and dinner on board.
Day 7:
At 5 a.m., hot air balloon excursion (optional, can be booked locally).
Breakfast, visit to the East Bank, Karnak and Luxor Temples (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.
A German-speaking guide is on the ship for the excursions.
Behind the excursions in the itinerary, it is always noted in which excursion package this excursion is included:
Excursion package Classic=1
Excursion package Classic Plus=2
Excursion package Premium=3
The excursion packages can be booked optionally. Entrance fees are included in the excursion packages.
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Excursion package Classic (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 trip
Philae Temple
->Winter season 2025/2026, Summer season 2026: 305.- € 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.
->Winter season 2025/2026, Summer season 2026: 429.- € p.p.*******************************************************
Additional excursions in Excursion package Premium (bookable with code: 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 over three decks. All cabins and suites have a balcony. Furthermore, the luxurious ship features 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. 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 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 deck and upper deck.
Also bookable for single occupancy (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 occupancy (S1).

Economy Cabin

Same facilities as the Executive Cabins, but slightly smaller.

Royal Suite

The Royal Suites (R2S) have similar features to the Executive Cabin but are more spacious (approx. 34 m²) and also equipped with 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.

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 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 buffet.
National alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks are included around the clock.
Once per week, minibar refilled with soft drinks.
Once per 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 contact

Free Wi-Fi in public areas.
It is possible to purchase 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 p.m.
On-call doctor (for a fee).
Laundry service (for a fee).

Credit Card

MasterCard and VISA are accepted.

Hotelhinweis

Address of the ship: Blue Sky Dock – beside Baghdadi Police check point
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Smoking is only permitted on the outer decks and on the balcony of your room.
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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 request in the comments 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 at a hotel is required.
For 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 will always be a higher-quality ship. The travel sequence 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 congestion/maintenance at 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 sequence.
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Since the ship offered is a motor vessel, operating noises may occur.
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The ships sometimes dock behind or alongside each other, meaning that it may be necessary to cross other ships. It may happen that the ship is not always barrier-free accessible.
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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 at the beginning of the trip, depending on the ship 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 Makadi Star

Highlights

  • Adults-only hotel for guests aged 16 and over in a quiet garden setting.
  • Private hotel house reef on the Red Sea right by the beach.
  • 18-hole golf course designed by John Sanford with included transfer.
  • Mividaspa with sauna and whirlpool for wellness moments.
  • Royal Suite with private pool, which can be heated in winter.

Location

Built in the Nubian style, this luxurious hotel of the renowned JAZ hotel chain offers travelers an oasis of tranquility. Located in the popular Madinat Makadi, the resort is approximately 400 m from Makadi Bay. Experience the colorful underwater world of the Red Sea directly at the resort's own house reef, which stretches almost to the beach. Here, you can combine a beach holiday with wellness relaxation. You can relax in the modern spa. In the nearby Makadi Center, you will find numerous shopping opportunities, or you can choose one of the cozy bars and restaurants. Hurghada Airport is approximately 35 km away.
Sandy beach with sun loungers and straw parasols under a clear blue sky.
Hotel complex with multiple pools, palm trees, and sun umbrellas under a clear blue sky.

Facilities

Elegant hotel lobby with high vaulted ceiling and marble floor.
Lit hotel terrace with guests dining in a garden setting at night.
Hotel complex with pools, sun loungers, and umbrellas under a clear blue sky.
The cozy adults-only hotel complex (bookable for ages 16+) is nestled in a beautiful garden, ensuring a relaxing holiday. There are 167 rooms in total in the resort. The inviting lobby with reception welcomes guests, ensuring you feel comfortable from the first moment. The main restaurant with terrace and several bars take care of your culinary needs. Additionally, in Madinat Makadi, you will find further à-la-carte restaurants, which can be used for a fee.
In the sprawling gardens, you will find the swimming pool, which can be heated in winter, with a pool/snack bar. There is a beach bar at the beach, which can be used free of charge during the day. Sun umbrellas, loungers, and bath towels are included at the pool and beach.

Accommodation

Double Superior

The tastefully furnished Double Superior rooms (DSU) are approx. 32 m² and are equipped with shower/WC, hairdryer, air conditioning, safe, telephone, satellite TV, refrigerator, and a balcony or terrace.
Also bookable with pool view (DSP) at an extra charge.
Also bookable for single occupancy (DEU/ESP).

Bright hotel room with two beds, wooden furniture, and access to a balcony overlooking greenery.
Bright hotel room with double bed, flat-screen TV, and view of terrace and garden.
Modern bathroom with marble surfaces, large mirror, and double sinks.
Bright hotel room with double bed, sofa, desk, and access to terrace with sea view.
Bright hotel room with double bed, flat-screen TV, and view of terrace and garden.

Junior Suite Pool View

The elegant Junior Suites (J2P) offer the same facilities as the Double Superior rooms, featuring a bedroom, a living room with connecting door, and 2 bathrooms/WC. The Junior Suites are approx. 64 m².

Deluxe Garden

The Deluxe Rooms with garden view (D2G) offer the same facilities as the Double Superior rooms but are larger, measuring 45 m².

Royal Suite

The Royal Suite (RS) offers, in addition to the amenities of the Double Superior rooms, a king-size bed, a private (winter-heatable) pool, and a terrace. They are approx. 80 m² and can accommodate 2 adults.

Elegant hotel room with a canopy bed and pool view through large windows.
Elegant bedroom with four-poster bed, cream walls, and warm lighting fixtures.
Cozy pool area with umbrella and loungers in a quiet garden setting.
Bright, elegant living room with sofa and view into a bedroom with canopy bed.

Meals

All Inclusive

All Inclusive

Breakfast from 7-10 a.m., lunch from 12:30-2:30 p.m., and dinner from 6:30-9 p.m. in buffet form. Dinner optionally in an à-la-carte restaurant (1x per stay included with reservation).
Late riser breakfast from 10:30-11:30 a.m., coffee, tea, and pastries from 4-5 p.m. The minibar is subject to an extra charge from 1/11/2025.
Local alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks are available from 9 a.m. to 12 a.m. at the respective open bar. Imported alcohol is available for payment.

Dine Around

Dinner can optionally be taken in one of the à-la-carte restaurants in Madinat Makadi. Dinner is only possible by prior reservation and is included 1x per stay.
The following restaurants are available in Madinat Makadi:
- Indian restaurant "Amaya" (located in the hotel "Jaz Makadi Star")
- Asian restaurant "Makai Tukai" (located in the hotel "Jaz Makadi Saraya")
- Italian restaurant "Nino’s" (located in the hotel "Jaz Makadi Saraya")
- Oriental restaurant "Sofra" (located in the hotel "Jaz Makadi Saraya")
- Grill restaurant "The Grill" (located in the hotel "Jaz Makadi Saraya")
- Mediterranean restaurant "Aqua" (located in the hotel "Jaz Makadina")
- Mediterranean restaurant "Beach" (located in the hotel "Iberotel Makadi Beach")
The following restaurants are also located in Madinat Makadi, however, these are not included in the Dine Around and can only be used for a fee:
- Egyptian restaurant "Felfela" (located in the hotel "Jaz Aquaviva")
- Italian restaurant "Paprika" (located in the hotel "Jaz Aquaviva")

Sports included

Table tennis, beach volleyball, and water polo.
• Fitness room from 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.
• Billiards 9 a.m. - 12 a.m.
• Tennis court 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. (tennis court and rackets included)
• Table football 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.
• Table tennis 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.
• Snorkeling equipment 7 a.m. - 4 p.m. (2 hrs daily free of charge, service at the towel house) at the beach
• Board games 9 a.m. - 12 a.m. available for free at the Pool Bar

Sports for a fee

Various water sports opportunities by 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 (bookable locally) 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 academy, 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) bookable in the booking system (Only valid for guests in selected hotels of the Jaz Hotel Group):
1x9 holes
1x 18 holes
3x 18 holes
5x 18 holes
(2nd golf round 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 include your booking confirmation as an attachment in your email to finalize the reservation.
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Golf luggage brought with you, both for flights and for local transfer,
must be registered!!!
Golf luggage on transfer (must be registered in advance): For landing in Hurghada €30 per piece of luggage/way. Payable locally to the transfer tour guide.
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A prerequisite for playing the courses is the German "Platzreife" with an Hcp. of max. 36.
Upon booking, an email address will be provided on site where tee times must be reserved.
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Wellness

Modern spa area with marble walls, loungers, soft lighting, and relaxing ambiance.
The large Mividaspa area (for a fee) offers a wide selection of wellness services such as a sauna and whirlpool (1x per stay included) as well as massages and other treatments (for a fee).

Entertainment

Daily entertainment program and evening entertainment with live music and dancing.

Hotel contact

Wi-Fi is available free of charge.
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• 24-hour room service (for a fee)
• Laundry service (for a fee)
• Dine-Around (for a fee) offers a wide selection of different culinary arts. For reservation, please contact the reception or your guest relations team.

Credit Card

Visa, Mastercard, AMEX.
ATM available in the hotel.

Hotelhinweis

Corals grow partly up to the shore area, therefore we recommend taking bathing shoes with you.
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Please note when choosing your hotel and your destination airport that especially in the combination "Marsa Alam Airport-Hurghada Hotel" as well as the reverse "Hurghada Airport-Marsa Alam Hotel", large distances must sometimes be covered and long transfers must be expected. This also applies if this hotel is booked following a Nile cruise.
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The hotel does not have barrier-free rooms.
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Zusatzhinweis

MADINAT MAKADI
HURGHADA/EGYPT
0020-653590580
0020-65390589
fo@makadistar@jazhotels.com

Seasonal information

additionally bookable under HRGA76

Tour operator category

5 Suns *****

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Last updated: 15.07.2026 12:20