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Nilkombi MS Lady Carol + Steigenberger Aqua Magic

HFH196
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Travel information

The selected travel package has a duration of 14 nights and includes various individual services.
Accommodation on the specified ship (or similar) will be for seven nights according to the program. The pre- and post-stay at the hotel will depend on your arrival day and boarding day.
Boarding the MS Lady Carol takes place on Friday.
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Classic Excursion Package

Luxor Temple
Karnak Temple
Hatshepsut Temple
Colossi of Memnon in Luxor
Kom Ombo Temple
Habu Temple in West Bank
High Dam in Aswan
Felucca ride in Aswan to the Botanical Gardens.
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Classic Plus Excursion Package

Luxor Temple
Karnak Temple
Hatshepsut Temple
Colossi of Memnon in Luxor
Kom Ombo Temple
Habu Temple in West Bank
High Dam in Aswan
Felucca ride in Aswan to the Botanical Gardens
Day trip by bus to Abu Simbel.
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Premium Excursion Package

Luxor Temple
Karnak Temple
Hatshepsut Temple
Colossi of Memnon in Luxor
Kom Ombo Temple
Habu Temple in West Bank
High Dam in Aswan
Felucca ride in Aswan to the Botanical Gardens
Day trip by bus to Abu Simbel
Valley of the Kings in Luxor
Philae Temple in Aswan
Nubian Village in Aswan

Notice

The Nile combinations are always linked to a beach stay. The cruise throughout the entire offer period is always one week and without interruption. Stays in beach hotels may vary. This means that one or more overnight stays can also begin before the Nile cruise.

MS Lady Carol

Highlights

  • 5-star cruise ship with 72 outside cabins spread over multiple decks.
  • Spacious sun deck equipped with a large pool and a bar.
  • All Inclusive including national beverages from 11:00 to 23:00.
  • Cabins of approx. 19 m² featuring air conditioning and minibar.
  • Fitness room with treadmills and exercise bikes on board.

Itinerary

Embarkation: Thursday
Depending on the boarding day, the itinerary may vary.
Itinerary:
Day 1:
Arrival and embarkation. Afternoon visit to the Luxor Museum (3) Dinner and overnight on board in Luxor.
Day 2:
Sightseeing on the East Bank in Luxor. At 5 am, optional balloon excursion (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 3:
Sightseeing on the West Bank. 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.
Late evening departure to Esna. Dinner and overnight on board.
Day 4:
Departure from Esna.
Then continue to Aswan, where the overnight stay will take place.
Lunch and dinner, and overnight on board.
Day 5:
After breakfast, visit the Aswan High Dam and the Old Dam in Aswan (1,2,3).
Then visit 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 for a visit to a Nubian village with the desert on one side and the Nile on the other (3).
Dinner and overnight on board.
Day 6:
You have the opportunity to explore Abu Simbel (2,3). Departure to Kom Ombo with a visit to the Double Temple (1,2,3). Dinner and overnight on board.
Day 7:
Departure to Esna and visit to the Edfu Temple (1,2,3). Overnight on board.
Day 8:
Arrival in Luxor. 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 packages in which each excursion is included are always indicated behind the excursions in the itinerary:
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 arrival: 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
-> Winter season 2025/2026, Summer season 2026: 305.- € p.P.
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Additional excursions to the Classic Excursion Package are included in the Classic Plus Excursion Package: (bookable with arrival: KW Service: NILKLASSP)
Day trip by bus to Abu Simbel.
-> Winter season 2025/2026, Summer season 2026: 429.- € p.P.
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Additional excursions to the Classic Plus Excursion Package are included in the Premium Excursion Package: (bookable with arrival: KW Service: NILPREMIUM)
Luxor Museum
Nubian Village in Aswan
-> Winter season 2025/2026, Summer season 2026: 482.- p.P.

Facilities

The ship has a friendly reception and a total of 72 beautiful exterior cabins spread across several decks. The main restaurant offers delicious dishes. This is complemented by a cozy lounge bar. A small bazaar invites you to browse. The spacious sun deck features a large pool and a bar. Beach towels are included on board.
Modern white-lit reception desk in elegant hotel interior with floral decoration.
Modern hotel waiting area with orange sofa, plants, and staircase to upper floor.
Cozy seating area with cushions on a terrace overlooking water and lounge chairs.

Accommodation

Modern hotel room with double bed, seating area, and balcony with outdoor view.
Hotel room with two single beds, armchairs, and river view through large windows
Modern shower with glass partition next to a toilet in a minimalist bathroom.
Modern small bathroom with oval sink, round mirror, and toilet paper holder.

Cabins

The tastefully furnished cabins (K2) are approx. 19 m² in size and have a bathroom with bath/WC, hairdryer, telephone, satellite TV, video system, air conditioning, minibar, and safe.
Cabins are also available 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 window.

Single Occupancy Cabin

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

Small hotel room with a single bed, desk, TV, and closed curtains.
Modern small bathroom with oval sink, round mirror, and toilet paper holder.
Modern shower with glass partition next to a toilet in a minimalist bathroom.

Meals

Full Board

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner served buffet style. Drinks are at an extra charge.

All Inclusive

All Inclusive

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner in buffet form. Local alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks included from 11 am to 11 pm.
The minibar is stocked with soft drinks once a week.
A fruit basket is provided in the cabin once a week.

Entertainment

Occasional evening entertainment with folklore.

Hotel contact

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

Credit Card

MasterCard and VISA.

Hotelhinweis

Lady Carol docking location: Marsa Habiba or Blue Sky in El-Boghdady, Luxor (depending on availability)
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Smoking is only permitted on the open decks.
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Booking information: Please note that if you are flying to or from Hurghada or Marsa Alam, at least one overnight stay at a hotel is required before or after the Nile cruise.
No overnight stay is necessary if flying to or from Luxor.
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Booking information: We reserve the right to rebook to another ship for economic reasons. In such cases, it will always be a higher-quality ship. The 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's 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 be subject to change. In very rare cases, bus transfers or accommodation on a comparable ship may be necessary to ensure the journey proceeds as planned.
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As the ship offered is a motor vessel, operational noise may occur.
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The ships may dock one behind the other or side-by-side, so crossing other ships may be required.
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 constant tipping on board, your local tour guide will collect an amount of 7 € per person per night on the boat at the beginning of the trip, depending on the ship's category. This amount is used for all the "good spirits" who make your holiday as pleasant as possible and is considered a recommendation from us.

Tour operator category

5 Suns *****

Steigenberger Aqua Magic

Highlights

  • Aquapark covering over 2,600 m² with a 400 m lazy river.
  • Seven swimming pools including a heatable children's pool in the outdoor area.
  • Sandy beach located approx. 400 m away.
  • Family suites with a separate children's sleeping area available.
  • All-inclusive plan featuring four restaurants and several bars.

Location

Rows of wooden loungers and umbrellas on a sandy beach overlooking the calm sea.
Aerial view of a large hotel with multiple pools and water slides.
Spend a wonderful family holiday at the "Steigenberger Aqua Magic". The 5-star hotel offers fun for the whole family and delights young and old with its extensive water park. The tastefully designed promenade "ALDAU Art Promenade" separates the complex from the sandy beach, which slopes gently and is about 400 meters away. Be fascinated by the magical underwater world of the Red Sea while snorkeling or diving here. If needed, the hotel offers shuttle services to the beach (subject to availability). Your holiday accommodation is located in the newer part of Hurghada on the modern promenade with oriental cafes, bars, and international pubs as well as small shops. The center of Hurghada with the well-known "Sakalla" is about 6 km away. Hurghada Airport is approximately 5 km away.

Facilities

The extensive hotel complex is particularly child-friendly and designed for families, featuring 718 generously equipped rooms and suites. The complex welcomes guests in a spacious lobby with a reception and lobby bar, as well as a cozy lounge with seating areas. Wi-Fi is available free of charge throughout the hotel. The outdoor area features seven swimming pools, one with an integrated children's pool covering over 2,600m², some of which are heated in winter. The hotel also boasts a water park with various water slides, usable for guests from 1.20 meters in height. The highlight for all water enthusiasts is the 400-meter-long "Lazy River" that winds through the entire complex. The rooftop terrace offers a relaxation pool exclusively for adults. Sun loungers, umbrellas, and beach towels are available free of charge at the pools and on the beach. For your culinary enjoyment, the "Magic Flavors" main restaurant is at your disposal, along with three different à la carte restaurants, a snack bar, and various pool and beach bars. Guests can choose between Italian, international, and oriental cuisine. There is also a "Sky Bar" on the rooftop terrace where guests can enjoy their drinks in the evening. Small souvenirs can be purchased in the shopping arcade located directly within the hotel.
A set table with a view of a large hotel pool and sun umbrellas under a clear sky.
Elegant hotel dining room with white tables and wooden chairs under high ceilings.
Modern hotel lobby with seating area of chairs and tables next to a blue patterned sofa.

Accommodation

Modern hotel room with double bed, desk, balcony, and blue-turquoise accents.

Superior Double Room

The Superior Double Rooms (DSU/DAS, approx. 34 m²) feature a shower/WC, coffee and tea maker, minibar, safe, LED TV, daily replenished minibar with soft drinks, hairdryer, air conditioning, and a balcony. Wi-Fi access is free for 2 devices.
Also bookable for single occupancy (DEU).
(Additionally bookable under HRGA19 as Superior Double Room Type A (DAS).)

Deluxe Double Room

The Deluxe Double Rooms (DD2/DDA, approx. 45 m²) are equipped with a shower/WC, hairdryer, safe, satellite LED TV, coffee and tea maker, air conditioning, minibar (daily replenished with soft drinks), workspace, seating area, and a balcony. Wi-Fi access for 2 devices is free. Also bookable for single occupancy (DD1).

Bright hotel room with double bed, balcony, desk with chair, and television.
Modern hotel room with large bed, blue accents, and a desk with a TV.
View into a hotel room with two single beds and an adjacent living area with desk and TV.

Family Suite

The Family Suites (2FS/ASF) have the same amenities as the Deluxe Double Rooms but are more spacious (approx. 55 m²) and feature a master bedroom and a separate sleeping area with twin beds for children. The master bedroom is separated by a door from the sleeping area and hallway. Wi-Fi access is free for 3 devices. Also bookable as a Suite (SA).

Family Junior Suite

The Family Junior Suites (FJ2/FJA, approx. 68 m²) have the same amenities as the Family Suites but include a master bedroom and a separate living/sleeping area. The master bedroom has a door to the living and sleeping area with two sofa beds. Wi-Fi access for 3 devices is free. Also bookable as a Junior Suite (JSA).

Bright living room with terrace access and sea view.
Bright hotel room with seating area, bed, and dining area separated by a wall.

Aqua Suite

The Aqua Suite (S2, approx. 70 m²) consists of a living/sleeping area and a separate bedroom. Otherwise, it has the same amenities as the Deluxe Double Rooms.
Wi-Fi access for 3 devices is free.
/Additionally bookable under HRGA19 as Suite (S2) and additional contingent as Suite Type A (SA)).

Super Saver Room

The Super Saver Rooms (SSZ) are equipped like the Superior Double Rooms but have a smaller contingent and a special price. Wi-Fi access for 2 devices is free.
(Additionally bookable under HRGA19 as Super Saver Room Type B (SZB).)

Modern hotel room with double bed, balcony, and seating area overlooking the pool.

Standard Double Room

The Double Rooms (DA) have similar amenities to the Superior Double Rooms, are slightly smaller (approx. 24 m²), but are renovated in a modern style. The rooms do not have a balcony. Wi-Fi access for 2 devices is free.
(Additionally bookable under HRGA19 as Double Room without Balcony (DO).)

Young Traveler Room

The Young Traveler Rooms (YTR) are equipped like the Standard Double Rooms and are available for young adults aged 18-29.

Meals

All Inclusive

The main restaurant "Magic Flavors" offers breakfast (7-10:30 am), lunch (1-3 pm), and dinner (6-9:30 pm) in buffet style with theme nights and live cooking stations. Additionally, the following à la carte restaurants are available: The "Magic Orient Restaurant" offers oriental dinner. The "Magic Palappa Restaurant" offers Italian cuisine for breakfast (8-10:30 am), late breakfast (10:30 am-12 pm), lunch (1-4 pm), and dinner (6:30-9 pm). The "Magic Sky Restaurant" offers dinner (6:30-9 pm) on the rooftop of the building. All mentioned restaurants are included once a week (for stays of 5 nights or more) and require reservations.
Additionally, snacks, sandwiches, and ice cream are available daily at the beach restaurant "Magic Blue" from 12-5 pm or at "Magic Souk" from 5-11 pm. Local alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks are included around the clock at the respective open bar: "Magic Splash Bar" with ice cream, "Magic Breeze Bar" with ice cream, "Magic Blue Bar", "Magic Sky Bar" with a sunset coffee break, and the "Magic Relax Bar – Adult Only".

Not All Inclusive

Fresh juices, imported/international alcoholic beverages. Shisha & tobacco products. Bathrobes, slippers, and spa area.

Sports included

Couple playing golf on a green course with palm trees and blue sky.
Gym with modern cardio equipment and large windows showing an outside view.
Two men playing soccer on a sandy beach with palm trees and umbrellas in the background.
Woman in sportswear sitting on floor next to exercise ball and foam roller in gym.
Darts, table tennis, boccia, and volleyball. Table football, snooker, billiards. Fitness room (24h, for ages 16+).
Jogging and Nordic walking trails on the grounds of the "Steigenberger ALDAU Beach" hotel can be used.
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Golf during the day on the 9-hole par 3 golf course on the grounds of the neighboring "Steigenberger ALDAU Beach" hotel (clubs included for qualified golfers, balls and floodlights at a fee), introductory golf sessions with a golf pro on Mondays and Fridays, 1x per person/stay (reservations required).
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Canoes and pedal boats can be rented from 9 am until sunset (30 minutes per day/room, reservations required at the Aquacenter).
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Introductory diving in the pool on Tuesdays and Sundays at 12 pm, 1x per person/stay included (reservations required at the Ilios Dive Club & Aquacenter).
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Introductory windsurfing on Tuesdays and Sundays at 12 pm, 1x per person/stay included (reservations required at the Ilios Dive Club & Aquacenter).

Sports for a fee

Diving center "Ilios Dive & Aquacenter".

Children's program

For the younger guests, the hotel offers a special animation program, a kids' club for children aged 4-12, and a teen club. Outdoors, there is also a pirate ship with various water games, a playground, a children's disco, and a children's cinema. Babysitting services are available upon request (for a fee).
Hotel with large pool, water slides, and pirate ship play area under clear sky.
Large, bright children's playroom with colorful tables, chairs, and shelves full of toys.
Play area with slides and climbing frames between hotel buildings under clear sky

Wellness

Modern wellness area with loungers and hot tub in a calm setting
Modern wellness room with sauna, massage table, and bathtub in a calm atmosphere.
Spa area with sauna, steam bath, whirlpool. Various beauty treatments and massages (for a fee). Guests of "Steigenberger Aqua Magic" receive a 10% discount at "Planet Spa" for one treatment.

Entertainment

For your entertainment, there is daily and sports animation, as well as evening entertainment. The offer is rounded off by shows and live music.
Entry to the "Elements" nightclub is free for guests of "Steigenberger Aqua Magic," and guests receive a 25% discount on food and local drinks.

Hotel contact

Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel without limitation and free of charge.
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Hairdresser, laundry, and room service. (each for a fee).

Credit Card

Visa, Mastercard, and American Express.

Hotelhinweis

The hotel complex is barrier-free. 5 barrier-free rooms can be booked upon request (Deluxe Double Room/DD2).
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Please note when choosing your hotel and destination airport that especially with the combination "Marsa Alam Airport - Hurghada Hotel" and vice versa "Hurghada Airport - Marsa Alam Hotel", considerable distances may have to be covered, and a long transfer should be expected. This also applies if this hotel is booked after a Nile cruise.
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Seasonal information

Also bookable under HRGA19.

Tour operator category

5 Suns *****

Country category

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Last updated: 07.05.2026 20:25