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Top deck of a cruise ship with a swimming pool and sun loungers by the water.
Outdoor pool and jacuzzi with sun loungers at sunset near a bridge.
Outdoor lounge area with round wicker chairs, cushions, tables, and colorful drinks by the water.
Outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and tables overlooking water and urban buildings.
Outdoor dining area with tables and chairs under a pergola, overlooking a green lawn.
Cozy restaurant interior with wooden tables, chairs, and warm lighting.
Hotel staircase with wooden steps, metal railings, and a decorative plant in a pot.
Stylish hotel lounge with blue sofa, glass coffee table, and grey chairs by large windows.
Spacious hotel lounge with modern curved sofas and a skylight overhead.
Cozy dining area with wooden chairs and a cushioned bench, set under a woven lampshade.
Wooden wall shelves with decorative vases and a framed picture in a hotel lobby.
Bright hotel lounge with beige sofas, armchair, glass coffee table, and large window with water view.
Hotel room with two beds, large window showing water view, desk, and TV.
Cozy bathroom with beige tiles, glass shower screen, modern toilet, wooden vanity, and wall mirror.
Detailed deck plan of the Nile Serenity river cruise ship showing cabin layouts and facilities.
Hotel room with two single beds, bedside table, chair, mirror, and curtains.
Modern hotel bathroom with toilet, sink, mirror, and glass shower partition.
Spacious hotel room with bed, TV, armchairs, and a patterned rug on wooden floor.
Modern hotel bathroom with wall-mounted toilet, frosted glass shower divider, and illuminated sink cabinet.
Hotel room with bed, TV, chairs, sofa, rug, and balcony view of water.
Modern hotel bathroom with sink, mirror, hairdryer, and towel on the rack.
Spacious restaurant with wooden decor, neatly arranged tables and chairs, and warm lighting.
Cozy dining area with a long table, woven chairs, cushions, and warm lighting in a restaurant.
Modern hotel restaurant interior with wooden tables, blue chairs, and decorative green pillars.
Ägypten ∙ Nilkreuzfahrten ∙ Luxor

Nilkombi MS Nile Serenity + Arabella Azur

HTH207

Product information

The travel package you have selected has a duration of 14 nights and includes various individual services. Accommodation on the specified ship (or similar) is for seven nights according to the itinerary. The pre- and post-cruise stay at the hotel depends on your arrival and embarkation day. Embarkation on the MS Nile Serenity is on Saturday.

Cruise details

MS Nile Serenity

Route/Ship location

Embarkation: Saturdays.
Itinerary:
Day 1:
Arrival and embarkation. Afternoon visit to the Luxor Museum (3). Dinner and overnight on board in Luxor.
Day 2:
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, sail to Esna. Dinner and overnight on board.
Day 3:
In the morning after breakfast, visit to the 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:
In the morning after breakfast, visit to 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.
Afternoon felucca ride on the Nile (1,2,3).
Then visit a Nubian village (3).
Dinner and overnight on board.
Day 5:
Early morning at 3:30 AM, opportunity for an excursion to Abu Simbel by bus (2,3), breakfast package included.
Lunch on board. Overnight and dinner on board.
Day 6:
In the morning after breakfast, free time. You will have a day for relaxation and can enjoy the ship while sailing downstream to Luxor.
Then, opportunity for a sound and light show at the Karnak Temple (optional, can be booked on site).
Overnight and dinner on board.
Day 7:
At 5 AM, excursion by balloon (optional, can be booked on site).
Breakfast, visit to the East Bank, Karnak Temple, and Luxor Temple (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.
There is a German-speaking guide on board for the excursions.
The excursion package in which each excursion is included is indicated behind the excursions in the itinerary:
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 initial service code: NILKLASS)
Luxor Temple
Karnak Temple
Hatshepsut Temple
Valley of the Kings in Luxor
Colossi of Memnon
Edfu Temple
Kom Ombo Temple
Aswan High Dam
Felucca ride
Philae Temple
->Winter season 2025/2026, Summer season 2026: €305 per person
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Additional excursions in Excursion Package Classic Plus (bookable with initial service code: NILKLASSP)
Day trip by bus to Abu Simbel.
->Winter season 2025/2026, Summer season 2026: €429 per person*******************************************************
Additional excursions in Excursion Package Premium (bookable with initial service code: NILPREMIUM)
Luxor Museum
Nubian Village in Aswan
-> Winter season 2025/2026, Summer season 2026: €482 per person
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 has a main restaurant, a reception, 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. Enjoy the outdoor pool with a breathtaking view of the Nile. Bath towels are provided free of charge to guests.

Meals

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner as a buffet. Drinks at a charge.

Entertainment

Occasional evening entertainment with folklore show and belly dance.

Cabins

Executive Cabin

The Executive Cabins (KEX) are approx. 20 m² in size and equipped with a 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 and upper decks.
Also bookable for single occupancy (EEX).

Hotel room with two single beds, bedside table, chair, mirror, and curtains.
Modern hotel bathroom with toilet, sink, mirror, and glass shower partition.

Suite

The Suites (S2) are equipped like the Executive Cabins, but larger (approx. 27 m²). The beautiful balcony with a Nile view is approx. 3 m² and invites you to linger. The suites are located on the main deck, middle deck, and upper deck.
Also bookable for single occupancy (S1).

Spacious hotel room with bed, TV, armchairs, and a patterned rug on wooden floor.
Modern hotel bathroom with wall-mounted toilet, frosted glass shower divider, and illuminated sink cabinet.

Economy Cabin

With the same amenities as the Executive Cabins, but slightly smaller.

Royal Suite

The Royal Suites (R2S) are more spacious (approx. 34 m²) with similar amenities to the Executive Cabin and also equipped with a balcony of approx. 4 m². They also feature a sofa and two armchairs in the integrated living area.
The Royal Suites are located on all three decks.

Hotel room with bed, TV, chairs, sofa, rug, and balcony view of water.
Modern hotel bathroom with sink, mirror, hairdryer, and towel on the rack.

Hotel notice

Ship's Address: Blue Sky Dock – beside Baghdadi Police check poiice
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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 available. The request for a specific deck or cabin number can be entered as a non-binding customer request in the remarks field.
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Booking note: Please note that for flights 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 flights 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 overloading 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 itinerary.
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Since the offered ship is a motor ship, operational noises may occur.
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The ships sometimes dock one behind another or side-by-side, so it may be necessary to cross other ships. It may happen that the ship is not always accessible without barriers.
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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 vacation as pleasant as possible and is considered a recommendation from us.
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When booking this ship, accommodation will be on the MS Nile Serenity or another ship with similar amenities and of the same category.
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Hotel code: LXR216
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Location

Spend a wonderful holiday under the Egyptian sun at the Arabella Azur Resort. The architecturally charming resort is located in a small, protected bay in the heart of Hurghada. The private sandy beach bay boasts a dreamlike house reef, offering excellent conditions for exploring the colorful underwater world. Steps facilitate entry into the crystal-clear waters of the Red Sea. The lively city center of Hurghada with various shopping and entertainment opportunities is only approx. 3 km away. Hurghada Airport is located approx. 10 km away.

Facilities

The hotel, designed in a typical Nubian style, has 295 rooms spread across the main building and five annexes. Hotel amenities include a spacious lobby with a reception and comfortable seating areas. Various shops also invite you to stroll on the premises. Culinary delights are provided by two buffet restaurants (international and Italian) and two à la carte restaurants ("Bordiehn's Restaurant" - reservation required, drinks at a charge and "Al Raouche" - Lebanese cuisine - for a charge), several bars, and a café. An outdoor music pub completes the offer.
In the extensive garden complex, there are two freshwater pools (one heated) and a separate, heated children's pool.
Sun loungers, cushions, umbrellas, and bath towels are available free of charge at the beach and by the pool.

Accommodation

Double Room

The Double Rooms (D) are equipped with a bath/WC or bath, hairdryer, satellite TV, coffee and tea maker, safe, air conditioning, and a minibar, terrace, or balcony.
Available for an extra charge with sea view (DM) and for single occupancy (DE/DEM).
(Additionally bookable under HRGA28 with garden view (2GD/1GD) or garden/pool view (DPG/EPG).)

A cozy double bed with white linens and decorative towels in a hotel room.
Hotel room with two single beds, orange bedspreads, and a sea view.

Economy Room

The Economy Rooms (SSZ) have the same amenities as the Double Rooms, but a limited quota and a special price.
Also bookable for single occupancy (SSE).

All Inclusive

All Inclusive

Breakfast from 7-10 AM, lunch from 12:30 PM-3 PM, and dinner from 6:30 PM-9:30 PM are served buffet-style (times may vary by season).
Dinner can also be enjoyed at "Bordiehn's Restaurant" (one menu included once a week, drinks at a charge).
Various snacks and ice cream are available during the day at the pool and beach bars.
Local alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages are available from 10 AM to midnight at the open bar.

Not included in All Inclusive

Dinner at the à la carte restaurant.
Drinks after midnight at the respective bar at an additional charge (until 4 AM at the latest)

Sports included

Aerobics, beach volleyball, snorkeling, gym, darts, boccia, billiards, gymnastics, water aerobics, table tennis.

Sports for a fee

Floodlit courts (tennis and squash), diving (through local providers).

Children's Program

For the little guests, a kids' club for children aged 4-12 is offered. There is also a children's pool, a children's area, a mini-disco, and a playground. The restaurant features a separate children's buffet.

Wellness

Spa and wellness center (for a fee): sauna, massages, Turkish bath/hammam, steam bath.

Hotel Service

Wi-Fi is available free of charge in all public areas.
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Laundry service, ATM for cash withdrawal (both for a fee)

Credit Card

Mastercard, Visa.

Hotel features

  • Sports and active vacationers
  • Wi-Fi
  • Children's Pool
  • Family Friendly
  • Kids Club/Mini Club
  • Children's Playground
  • Fitness
  • Tennis
  • Volleyball/Beach Volleyball
  • Near the beach
  • Animation
  • Spa
  • Sauna
  • Diving
  • Direct Beach Location
  • Extended Hygiene Concept

Note

Please note when choosing your hotel and destination airport that, especially when combining "Marsa Alam Airport - Hurghada Hotel" and vice versa "Hurghada Airport - Marsa Alam Hotel," considerable 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 through 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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The hotel is not suitable for people with reduced mobility. Accessible rooms are not available.
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Seasonal Information

Additionally bookable under HRGA28.

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