Discover the timeless charm of the Nile aboard the Kleos Nile Cruise, where modern comfort meets the enchanting landscapes of ancient Egypt. Sailing between Luxor and Aswan, this elegant cruise offers a unique opportunity to explore legendary temples, historic monuments, and captivating riverside scenery along one of the world’s most iconic waterways. Guests can enjoy well-appointed cabins, refined dining, and relaxing onboard facilities designed to ensure a comfortable and memorable journey. Whether you are exploring Egypt’s ancient wonders or unwinding on the sun deck as the Nile flows by, the Kleos Nile Cruise delivers an unforgettable travel experience filled with culture, relaxation, and discovery.
The Kleos Nile Cruise offers a relaxing and comfortable way to explore the timeless beauty of Upper Egypt while sailing between Luxor and Aswan. Designed for modern comfort and elegant touches, the cruise offers spacious accommodations, quality dining, and welcoming leisure spaces, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable journey along the Nile with unforgettable sightseeing.
Day 1: Arrival in Aswan – Aswan City Tour
Upon arrival at Aswan Airport or your hotel, you are met and assisted by a representative who accompanies you throughout your local experience. A private air-conditioned vehicle takes you through Aswan’s key landmarks, beginning with the High Dam, a modern engineering marvel that reshaped the Nile’s flow and safeguarded countless Nubian monuments.
The journey continues to the Unfinished Obelisk, still lying within the ancient granite quarry where it was abandoned due to a natural flaw—offering direct insight into ancient construction methods.
A motorized felucca then carries you across the Nile to Philae Temple, the sacred island sanctuary dedicated to Isis, which was relocated stone by stone to Agilkia Island. Optional sailing around Elephantine Island and the First Cataract reveals Aswan’s natural river formations.
Lunch is served at a local restaurant before you board your Nile cruise vessel for check-in. Dinner is enjoyed onboard, followed by an overnight stay in Aswan.
Meals: Lunch – Dinner
Day 2: Kom Ombo & Sailing to Edfu
After breakfast onboard, you travel north by private vehicle to Kom Ombo, approximately 45 km from Aswan. Here, you explore the Temple of Kom Ombo, uniquely designed as a perfectly symmetrical double temple honoring both Sobek, the crocodile god, and Haroeris, a form of Horus.
The visit includes its twin sanctuaries, hypostyle halls, and ritual chambers. You also visit the Crocodile Museum, which houses mummified crocodiles discovered in the temple vicinity.
Following lunch at a local restaurant, you rejoin the cruise as it sails along the Nile toward Edfu. The afternoon is spent gliding past sugarcane fields, riverside villages, and sandstone cliffs that define Upper Egypt’s landscape.
An onboard briefing prepares you for the next day’s visit. The vessel moors overnight in Edfu.
Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner
Day 3: Edfu Temple & Arrival in Luxor
After breakfast, you take a horse-drawn carriage into Edfu town for your visit to the Temple of Horus—the most completely preserved ancient temple in Egypt.
Inside, towering pylons, vast halls, and detailed inscriptions reveal the mythology of Horus and Seth as well as the rituals of the Ptolemaic period. The temple’s preservation allows access to nearly all of its original architectural levels, including the roof terraces.
Returning to the cruise, you continue sailing north toward Luxor. Lunch is served during the journey.
Upon arrival, you visit Luxor Temple on the East Bank, a monument shaped over centuries by rulers including Amenhotep III and Ramesses II.
Its grand colonnades, open courtyards, and sphinx-lined avenues illustrate the ceremonial heart of ancient Thebes. The cruise docks overnight in Luxor.
Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner
Day 4: Luxor West Bank & Departure
After breakfast and disembarkation, you cross to the West Bank of Luxor, the ancient necropolis of Thebes. Your visit begins in the Valley of the Kings, where three royal tombs reveal vivid wall paintings and sacred texts guiding pharaohs through the afterlife.
You continue to the Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari, an architectural masterpiece built into the cliffs and dedicated to one of Egypt’s most powerful female rulers.
A final stop is made at the Colossi of Memnon, two monumental statues that once guarded the entrance to a vast mortuary temple. After lunch, you are transferred to Luxor Airport or your hotel for departure
Meals: Breakfast
Day 1: Arrival in Luxor – East Bank Exploration
Upon arrival at Luxor Airport or train station, you are met by a representative and transferred by private air-conditioned vehicle to your Nile cruise vessel.
After check-in, your exploration begins with a guided visit to the Karnak Temple Complex, the largest religious structure ever built, expanded over two millennia by successive pharaohs.
The visit continues to Luxor Temple, a New Kingdom masterpiece linked historically to Karnak by the Avenue of Sphinxes.
Lunch is served during the day at a local restaurant before returning to the cruise ship for overnight accommodation in Luxor.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Day 2: West Bank of Luxor – Sailing Toward Edfu
After breakfast, you cross to the West Bank of Luxor for a guided exploration of the Valley of the Kings, where more than 60 royal tombs preserve vividly painted scenes of the ancient Egyptian afterlife.
The journey continues to the Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari, an architectural marvel carved into the cliffs and dedicated to Egypt’s most powerful female pharaoh.
A brief stop is made at the Colossi of Memnon, two monumental statues marking the remains of Amenhotep III’s mortuary temple.
Following lunch at a local restaurant, you return to the cruise vessel as it begins sailing south toward Edfu. Overnight is spent onboard while sailing along the Nile.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Edfu and Kom Ombo Temples
The cruise arrives at Edfu, where a horse-drawn carriage takes you into town for a guided visit to the Temple of Horus.
This remarkably preserved Ptolemaic temple is dedicated to the falcon god Horus and remains one of the most complete ancient temples in Egypt.
After the visit, you return to the vessel as it continues sailing toward Kom Ombo. In Kom Ombo, you explore a unique double temple dedicated jointly to Sobek, the crocodile god, and Haroeris, a form of Horus.
Its symmetrical design and riverside location make it one of the most distinctive temples along the Nile. Lunch is served onboard during sailing, followed by a continuation toward Aswan.
Overnight onboard in Aswan.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Aswan Highlights and Nile Sailing
The day begins with a visit to the High Aswan Dam, a landmark of modern engineering that reshaped Egypt’s agriculture and water management by creating Lake Nasser.
Next, you visit the Unfinished Obelisk, a massive granite monument left incomplete in its quarry, offering rare insight into ancient stone-carving techniques.
A motorboat then takes you to Philae Island for a guided visit to the Temple of Isis, a Ptolemaic sanctuary relocated after the construction of the Aswan Dam.
Lunch is served at a local restaurant before continuing with a traditional felucca sailing experience around Elephantine Island, offering a peaceful perspective of Aswan’s granite landscape and river life.
You return to the cruise vessel for your final overnight stay.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5: Departure from Aswan
After breakfast on board, you check out from the cruise vessel. A private air-conditioned vehicle transfers you to Aswan Airport or train station for your onward journey.
Meals: Breakfast
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Our prices reflect current market conditions, seasonal fluctuations, and service availability, so they may change without prior notice. Once a deposit or full payment is received, your booking price is locked in and guaranteed.
What’s Included in Our Packages:
Please check your specific booking confirmation and itinerary for exact inclusions and exclusions.
Holiday Supplement:
A 25% surcharge applies to all Nile Cruises and tour packages booked during Christmas, New Year, and Easter holidays due to peak demand.
To ensure a smooth booking process with Min Travel, our payment terms vary depending on the service type:
After payment, you will receive written confirmation, a tailored itinerary, and travel documents via email. Receipts for all payments will be provided.
We understand plans can change. Our cancellation terms are:
Refunds, when applicable, are processed within 14 business days of receiving your written cancellation notice. Some cruises or hotels may have stricter cancellation policies, which will be clearly communicated in your itinerary.
At Min Travel, we welcome families and offer the following children’s pricing:
Discounts apply only when children share accommodation with two full-paying adults. Note that certain Nile Cruises and luxury hotels may have different policies or restrictions for young children, which will be detailed in your itinerary if relevant.
Some special experiences are optional and not included in standard packages. You may book these in advance or arrange on-site (subject to availability). Examples include:
Optional tours are payable in USD or local currency (EGP). We recommend booking in advance, especially during peak seasons.
While our packages are comprehensive, travelers should budget for:
We advise carrying small amounts of local currency (EGP) for convenience, especially for tipping and shopping at local markets.
Tipping (“baksheesh”) is a customary way to show appreciation for good service in Egypt. Though not mandatory, it is widely appreciated:
Tipping is generally not included in your package price. We recommend carrying small USD or EGP bills for tipping convenience.
The cost of a Nile River cruise varies depending on the duration, ship quality, and included services. Prices typically range from $600 to $900 per person for a 3-4 night cruise on a mid-range to luxury vessel. Premium cruises with more amenities and longer durations can cost more.
The best time to cruise the Nile is from October to April when the weather is cooler and more comfortable for sightseeing. Avoid the peak summer months (May to September) as temperatures can be extremely high.
Yes, a Nile cruise offers a unique and relaxing way to explore Egypt’s ancient sites, combining scenic river views with guided visits to iconic temples and tombs. It provides comfort, convenience, and a memorable cultural experience.
Swimming in the Nile River is generally not recommended due to health and safety concerns, including pollution and strong currents. Most cruises do not allow swimming in the river itself.
Dress code on Nile cruises is usually casual and comfortable during the day, with light, breathable fabrics recommended. For evening dinners or events, smart casual attire is appropriate. Modest clothing is advised when visiting religious or historical sites.
