Iberotel Jaz Cruises

Full Board

The Grand Palace

All Inclusive

Combine the excitement of a cruise through the heart of Egypt, with the relaxation of the Red Sea. Our 14 night Cruise and Stay package includes a 7 night Nile Cruise from Luxor on a Full Board basis, plus 7 nights All Inclusive at The Grand Palace in Hurghada. Your cruise includes an expertly-guided itinerary with 10 free excursions.

Embark on a journey through 5,000 years of history aboard Iberotel's Jaz Cruises fleet. This fleet of custom-designed Nile Cruises ships offers every convenience and comfort for the perfect Nile cruising experience. Enjoy a fusion of oriental and modern cuisine in the buffet restaurant, cooling cocktails on the Sun Deck as the sun sets, and an exciting evening of entertainment in the Lounge bar. Or simply relax in your cabin and enjoy the breathtaking views from your panoramic cabin window as you sail along the Nile. Iberotel Jaz Cruises are available to book as Nile Cruise or as a Cruise & Stay package.

Features and facilities

International buffet restaurant

Lounge bar

Sun Deck bar

Sun deck with swimming pool

Sun loungers (parasols and towels are provided)

WiFi in public areas (free allowance, then extra charge)

24 hour reception

Room service*

Laundry service*

Gift shop*

Beauty salon*

Massage*

Your cabin

All cabins are exterior cabins with large panoramic windows. Cabin facilities include bath with shower, WC, hairdryer, air conditioning, satellite TV and safe. There is a telephone and mini-bar, both at extra charge.

STANDARD CABINS have with a cosy lounge area, and twin beds. Sleeps 2 adults & 1 child.

SUITES include a bedroom, with double bed, and a separate lounge, both with panoramic windows. Sleeps 3 adults & 1 child.

Note: view from cabin may be blocked when moored.

Transfer time 30 mins
Child age 2-11 yearsOfficial rating 5 star

Full Board°

Fully-guided itinerary with 10 free excursions

Buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner

Activities and entertainment as listed

*Extra charge. °Some outlets, drinks and menu items may incur extra charges.

The Grand Palace is a wonderful adult-only hotel in the heart of Hurghada’s vibrant resort district. Traditional North African styling blends with modern comforts and attentive service, to make this palace truly worthy of 1001 nights. There are plenty of hidden corners for relaxing and we especially love the decadence of the swim-up rooms. There are three pools to choose from, and a beautiful stretch of sandy beach. Dining options range from the relaxed buffet at the main restaurant to top notch Turkish cuisine. There’s plenty to do, too, with access to facilities at the neighbouring hotels, including watersports, fitness centre and spa, plus the many shops, bars and restaurants of the Grand Mall just across the road.

Location

The hotel is situated on its own private beach in the heart of Hurghada’s main tourist area, 3km from the airport, and 15 minutes by taxi from the city centre.

Food & drink

Buffet restaurant with live cooking stations

Asian restaurant (set menu)

Beach restaurant (à la carte)

Turkish restaurant (à la carte)

Café*

Fresh juice bar*

Lobby bar

Terrace bar

Pool bar

Beach Bar

Swimming pools

Several swimming pools

Sun loungers, parasols & towels

Sun terrace

Nearest beach

Beachfront location with private sandy beach

Beach bag & towel provided

Sports & leisure

Beach volleyball

Billiards*

Facilities at The Grand Hotel

Watersports centre*

Diving*

Windsurfing*

Fitness centre / gym

Tennis (floodlights & racquets extra charge)

Spa facilities*

Additional services

24 hour reception

Room service*

Daily maid service

Laundry service*

Limousine service*

Free WiFi in selected areas

The Grand Mall*: additional bars, restaurants and shops nearby"

Room options

All rooms are generously sized and have a king size bed, balcony or terrace, air-conditioning, walk-in shower, WC, hair dryer, safe, telephone*, satellite TV and mini-bar*.

JUNIOR SUITE includes a lounge area, and a balcony or terrace with pool or garden view. Sleeps 2 adults. King size bed only.

JUNIOR SUITE with SEA VIEW includes a lounge area, and a balcony or terrace with sea view. Sleeps 2 adults. King size bed only.

JUNIOR SUITE with POOL ACCESS includes a lounge area, and a terrace with direct pool access. Sleeps 2 adults. King size bed only.

ROYAL VILLA with JACUZZI is a large private villa with a private terrace and Jacuzzi. Sleeps 2 adults.

ROYAL VILLA with PRIVATE POOL is a large private villa with a private swimming pool. Sleeps 2 adults.

Transfer time 15 mins
Child age minimum 18 years
Rooms 319
Official rating 5 star
Code 1009

Please Note: This is an adult only hotel; a minimum guest age of 18 years applies. All rooms have king size beds; twin beds are not available.

All inclusive°

Buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner

Set menu lunch and dinner options

Choice of à la carte dining (some items at extra cost; reservation required)

Afternoon tea, coffee and snacks

Unlimited soft drinks by the glass – 24 hours

Unlimited local alcoholic beverages by the glass – 10:00-midnight

*Extra charge. °Some outlets, drinks and menu items may incur extra charges.

Red Sea & the Nile

Combine the best of a relaxing holiday on Egypt's Red Sea coast with a voyage of discovery as you cruise through 5,000 years of Egyptian history on a Nile cruise. Makadi Bay has a laid back atmosphere and stunning surroundings while nearby Hurghada combines modern facilities with the vibrancy of its old town. Each offers excellent opportunities for snorkelling and diving on colourful coral reefs – or even just relaxing by the pool with a cocktail.

Day 1-3: Arrival at the Red Sea

A typical itinerary sees you fly direct to Hurghada or Makadi Bay on Friday for the first 3 nights at your chosen hotel (or Marsa Alam on Wednesday for the first 5 nights). The cruise starts on Monday, so you can relax and enjoy the Red Sea until the itinerary commences.

Day 4: Arriving in Luxor

Luxor, is the site of the ancient Egyptian capital, Thebes, and home to many of the most renowned monuments, tombs and temples. It is the starting point for your Nile cruise. On arrival at Luxor you will check in to your chosen cruise ship.

Day 5: Luxor and East Thebes

After breakfast visit the East bank of Thebes and the Temples of Luxor and Karnak. At the vast open air museum of Karnak, marvel at the Great Hypostyle Hall with its 134 columns. Enjoy lunch and dinner on board, and overnight in Luxor.

Day 6: Luxor and Western Thebes

Travel to the West Bank, Thebes and the Valley of the Kings, final resting place of the Pharaohs; there is an optional visit to Tutankhamun’s tomb*. Other highlights include the imposing Temple of Hatshepsut, the gigantic Colossi of Memnon, and Medinet Habu temple. In the afternoon, sail to Esna. Dinner is on board and you overnight at Esna.

Day 7: Kom Ombo to Aswan

The cruise continues via the impressive sight of Kom Ombo standing sentinel at a bend in the river. Visit this unusual double temple, built in 250BC to honour the crocodile-headed Sobek and the falcon-headed Horus, before sailing on to Aswan.

Day 8: Agilika & the Temples of Philae

Visit the unfinished obelisk first thing, then take a motor boat from Aswan to the island of Agilika and the Temples of Philae, devoted to Isis, and visit the famous Aswan High Dam Enjoy an optional day trip to Aswan Nubian Village national park*

Day 9: Aswan

A free day to explore Aswan and its lively Souk, enjoy the optional early morning excursion to Abu Simbel*, or to simply relax on board. In the afternoon, enjoy a boat ride along the Nile, before embarking and sailing to Kom Ombo. Overnight at Kom Ombo.

Day 10: Sail to Luxor

Enjoy a day soaking up the view, as you sail downstream, arriving in Luxor in the evening. Enjoy your last evening in style with the Sound & Light show at Karnak Temple*.

Day 11-15: The Red Sea

After breakfast, relax on board ship before transferring back to our Red Sea resort by coach. As before, the transfer will take around 5 hours. On arrival at the Red Sea, check in to your hotel and enjoy the rest of your holiday at leisure, enjoying the hotel facilities, or the many diving and snorkelling opportunities. On the day of departure you will transfer to the airport for your return flight to the UK.

Includes 10 Free excursions

Luxor Temple
Karnak Temple complex
The Colossi of Memnon
The Valley of the Kings
Queen Hatshepsut's Temple
Medinet Habu
Temple of Sobek at Kom Ombre
The Temples of Philae
Aswan High Dam
The unfinished obelisk in Aswan

Please Note

*Optional excursions are payable locally.

The itinerary may be subject to change due to local operational or weather conditions.

The itinerary shown is based on flying to Hurghada on a Friday. The cruise part of the itinerary always starts on a Monday, so the number of nights spent at the Red Sea before and after the cruise will vary for flights on other days of the week. For instance, fly to Marsa Alam on Wednesday, and you will spend 5 nights by the Red Sea, transfer the next day to Luxor for your cruise, then return to the Red Sea for the final 2 nights.