Kleos Nile Cruise
The short answer
Kleos is a 5-Star Standard Nile cruise ship. Embark in Aswan on a Friday for 3 nights to Luxor or a 7-night round trip, or in Luxor on a Monday for 4 nights to Aswan or a 7-night round trip. Prices start at $800 per person sharing a double cabin, including full board, guided sightseeing and transfers.
02Overview
A first look
At first light, the Nile moves past the sun deck in broad, quiet bands, with the riverbank changing from Luxor’s fields to the open views around Aswan. A morning shore excursion brings ancient stone, temple columns, and the dry heat of the Valley of the Kings into focus, while sailing time gives you space to read, listen to an Egyptology briefing, or watch villages pass from a Nile-view balcony.
Our Egyptologists arrange the shore visits around the vessel’s sailing schedule, including time at Karnak, Edfu, Kom Ombo, and Philae. Discovery Tours Egypt, a licensed Egyptian tour operator, selects and books your cabin, coordinates embarkation in Luxor or Aswan, and keeps the practical details organized.
Routes
Where this ship sails
Each route this ship sails. The direction changes the order of the temples, the number of nights and which city you fly out of. Embarkation days and prices are in the table below.
Cruise lengths, embarkation days and prices
Prices are per person in USD, from 2 people sharing a double cabin. Each price covers the whole cruise, the guided sightseeing program along the route, and your arrival and departure transfers between the ship and the local airport or train station.
| Cruise | October – Aprilcurrent season | Peak dates18 Dec – 6 Jan, 21 Mar – 4 Apr, 9 Apr – 23 Apr |
|---|---|---|
| 3 nights · Aswan → Luxorembarks Fridays | October – April: from $800double cabinsingle cabin $1,033 | Peak dates: from $1,034double cabinsingle cabin $1,424 |
| 4 nights · Luxor → Aswanembarks Mondays | October – April: from $974double cabinsingle cabin $1,284 | Peak dates: from $1,286double cabinsingle cabin $1,806 |
| 7 nights · Luxor → Luxorembarks Mondays | October – April: from $1,488double cabinsingle cabin $2,030 | Peak dates: from $2,034double cabinsingle cabin $2,944 |
| 7 nights · Aswan → Aswanembarks Fridays | October – April: from $1,508double cabinsingle cabin $2,049 | Peak dates: from $2,054double cabinsingle cabin $2,964 |
Peak dates: 18 Dec – 6 Jan, 21 Mar – 4 Apr, 9 Apr – 23 Apr. Choose your cruise and date in the booking panel for the exact price.
Cabin allocation
- Nile vessels do not have interconnecting cabins.
- Book early and we will ask the vessel to place your party together — usually adjacent, or directly opposite.
- Cabin numbers are confirmed by the vessel at check-in.
Indicative rates only – pricing and cabins fluctuate. Please enquire for live rates on your specific dates.
On board
Detailed itinerary
- 1
Board your Nile cruiser at Aswan and enjoy lunch on board. Visit the High Dam, the Temple of Isis at Philae and the Unfinished Obelisk.
- 2
Sail north to Kom Ombo for its double temple of Sobek and Haroeris, then continue to Edfu to visit the Temple of Horus. Sail on towards Luxor.
- 3
Reach Luxor and cross to the West Bank for the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon.
- 4
After breakfast visit Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple on the East Bank, then disembark for your onward transfer.
- 1
Board your Nile cruiser at Luxor and settle into your cabin over lunch. In the afternoon visit Karnak Temple, the largest religious complex of ancient Egypt, and Luxor Temple on the East Bank.
- 2
Cross to the West Bank for the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari and the Colossi of Memnon. The vessel then begins sailing south towards Edfu.
- 3
Visit the Temple of Horus at Edfu, the best-preserved temple in Egypt, then sail on to Kom Ombo and its double temple dedicated to Sobek and Haroeris. Continue sailing to Aswan, where the ship moors for the night.
- 4
The ship lies moored at Aswan. Guests visiting Abu Simbel leave before dawn, by road or by air, for the two rock temples Ramesses II cut into the cliff, returning aboard around midday. The afternoon is at leisure on board.
- 5
After breakfast, disembark at Aswan. The morning then covers Aswan itself: the High Dam, the Temple of Isis at Philae reached by motor launch, and the granite Unfinished Obelisk, before your onward transfer.
- 1
Board at Luxor and enjoy lunch on board before visiting Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple on the East Bank.
- 2
Explore the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon, then begin sailing south towards Edfu.
- 3
Visit the Temple of Horus at Edfu and the double temple at Kom Ombo, then sail on to Aswan.
- 4
Visit the High Dam, Philae Temple and the Unfinished Obelisk. An optional flight or drive to Abu Simbel can be arranged.
- 5
A relaxed day at Aswan: sail by felucca around Elephantine Island and Kitchener’s Island, or visit a Nubian village, before the vessel turns north.
- 6
- 7
Arrive back at Luxor with time for any West Bank sites not yet seen, or relax on the sun deck as you moor for the final night.
- 8
After breakfast, disembark at Luxor for your onward transfer.
- 1
Board at Aswan and enjoy lunch on board, then visit the High Dam, Philae Temple and the Unfinished Obelisk.
- 2
A relaxed day at Aswan by felucca around Elephantine and Kitchener’s Islands, or a Nubian village visit. An optional Abu Simbel excursion can be arranged.
- 3
Sail north to Kom Ombo for the double temple of Sobek and Haroeris, then Edfu for the Temple of Horus.
- 4
At Luxor, cross to the West Bank for the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon.
- 5
Visit Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple on the East Bank, then the vessel begins its return sailing south.
- 6
- 7
Arrive back at Aswan with time to relax on board or take an optional excursion before your final night.
- 8
After breakfast, disembark at Aswan for your onward transfer.
What lingers
- 01Includes guided visits to Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple on the East Bank with our Egyptologists.
- 02Stay moored at Kom Ombo and Edfu overnight – unlike most cruises, we schedule two-hour temple visits.
- 03Private transfers, cabin porterage, and standard site entrance fees included unless stated otherwise in confirmation.
- 04Early-morning West Bank visits (Valley of the Kings commonly scheduled from 6:00) reduce midday heat and crowds.
Bundled in
- Full board
The fine print
What's included – and what isn't
Included
- Accommodation on board the Kleos Nile Cruise, cabin grade as booked
- Full board, lunch on embarkation day through breakfast on disembarkation day
- Use of public areas on board: sun deck, lounge bar, dining room
- Shore excursions as per the vessel's excursion program between Luxor and Aswan
Not included
- International and domestic flights
- Visas and travel insurance
- Drinks, including water, are not included, even with meals
- Gratuities for crew and Egyptologists, unless stated as included
Add before or after your cruise
The ship sails between Luxor and Aswan. The Pyramids, and most flights home, are in Cairo. These short add-ons join the two.
After you dock
Aswan to Cairo flight and one hotel night
Two nights in Cairo with a day in Alexandria
3-Day Egypt Short Break: Cairo & Luxor
3-Day Cairo & Alexandria Tour
3-Day Luxor Tour from Marsa Alam
3-Day Cairo Tour from Sharm El Sheikh- 3-Day Luxor & Cairo Tour from Hurghada
2-Day Luxor to Cairo Post-Cruise Stay
3-Day Luxor to Cairo Post-Cruise Tour with Alexandria
Tailor it
Make it yours
Travelers can usually choose between standard, upgraded, or suite cabin categories, and a single supplement may apply for solo occupancy. The cruise can also be combined with pre- or post-cruise stays in Luxor, Aswan, or Cairo, or extended with additional temple and museum visits arranged separately. Shore excursions follow the vessel’s program, and optional upgrades such as premium cabins or private arrangements may be added where available.
All requests handled by your dedicated specialist before booking.
Suited to
Is this for you?
Yes, if
- This cruise suits adults and older children who want a guided Nile river itinerary with temple visits, cabin comfort, and structured sightseeing. It is a good match for history-focused travelers, couples, and first-time visitors who prefer an organized schedule over independent arrangements.
Worth knowing
How this compares
Unlike short transfer-style sailings, this vessel’s program allows time for temple visits at Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo, and Aswan rather than simply moving between ports. It is also different from day tours because accommodation, full board, and onboard public spaces are included during the river journey. Compared with independent travel, the cruise simplifies logistics by combining sailing, meals, and prearranged shore excursions on one booking. Compared with a hotel-only stay in Luxor or Aswan, it adds the river transit between the two cities and the sequence of sites visited along the Nile.
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The route
Luxor and Aswan
- EdfuThe Temple of Horus
- Kom OmboThe Temple of Sobek
Choose your direction
- Luxor → Aswan4 nightsupstream, against the current
- Aswan → Luxor3 nightsdownstream, with the current
- Round-trip7 nightsreturn to Luxor or Aswan
Snapshot
Good to know
- Accommodation
- 5-Star Cabin Categories
- Destinations
- Luxor · Aswan · Karnak · Luxor Temple · Valley of the Kings · Edfu (Temple of Horus) · Kom Ombo · Philae
- Includes
- Accommodation on board · Full board from embarkation lunch to disembarkation breakfast · Use of sun deck, lounge bar, and dining room · Shore excursions as per the vessel program
- Best for
- History enthusiasts · First-time visitors to Egypt · Couples · Families with older children · Travelers who want a structured Nile itinerary
- Guide languages
- English
Before you go
What to pack & wear
What to bring
- Valid passport and a copy of your booking confirmation
- Comfortable walking shoes with good grip for temple visits
- Sun protection: SPF30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, wide-brim hat
- Lightweight daypack for camera, water bottle and personal items
- Reusable water bottle
- Small first-aid kit and any prescription medicines
- Plug adaptor (Egypt uses type C and F sockets)
What to wear
- Lightweight, loose-fitting clothing for daytime on deck
- Smart-casual clothing for evening dining
- Covered shoulders and knees for temple and mosque visits
- A light jacket for cooler early mornings and evenings on the Nile
Children & families
Children 0–5.99 years travel free; children 6–11.99 years pay 50% of the adult price; children 12 years and older pay the full adult price. Children must share a cabin with their parents, maximum one child per cabin; two or more children require their own cabin. Strollers are practical onshore in Luxor and Aswan but are awkward to use on the vessel gangway and at temple entrances; the vessel does not guarantee availability of high chairs, so request these at time of booking and we will pass the request to the cruise supplier.
Accessibility
Who can join this
The Kleos Nile Cruise involves boarding the vessel by gangway and moving between decks using stairs; there is no guaranteed lift access to all public decks. Expect uneven gangway surfaces, steps into cabins on some decks, and thresholds when entering site launch boats for shore excursions. While standard cabins are reached via one or two steps, some suites have slightly raised entrances. Wheelchair users with full mobility aids should contact us before booking so we can confirm cabin placement and embarkation assistance. We can provide meet-and-assist at the airport and extra help boarding, but the vessel and many Nile temples have stairs and uneven ancient stone that limit independent wheelchair access.
– Responsible travel
How we travel here
We arrange shore excursions using locally registered Nile cruiser boats and air-conditioned coaches that meet Egyptian vehicle safety standards; the vessel itself uses diesel propulsion managed by the cruise line. We work with the vessel's crew and local Egyptologists based in Luxor and Aswan to source guides and shore teams, prioritising suppliers from the local communities along the Nile. Onboard waste is segregated where the vessel's procedures allow; surplus food is measured and redistributed to crew or local charities when permitted by health rules. We do not claim a certification unless stated in the booking paperwork; if you have specific sustainability priorities, tell us and we will request supplier responses on fuel type, water treatment and local employment practices.
Licensed Egyptologist guides
State-licensed, and people we have worked with for years
Fair wages on the ground
Drivers + guides paid above market
Site preservation
We follow the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities' site rules: marked paths, no touching reliefs
Local teams, real help
Our own offices in Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, Hurghada, Marsa Alam and Sharm El Sheikh
If plans change
Cancellation and refunds
If you cancel, your refund depends on how early you tell us and on the type of trip. Read our current cancellation and refund policy
Asked & answered
Frequent questions
01What is included with the full board on the Kleos Nile Cruise?
Full board on the Kleos Nile Cruise includes lunch on your embarkation day through breakfast on your disembarkation day. This covers all main meals served in the dining room.02What shore excursions are part of the Kleos Nile Cruise program?
The Kleos Nile Cruise excursion program includes visits to Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, the Valley of the Kings, Edfu's Temple of Horus, Kom Ombo Temple, and Philae Temple. These visits are led by our Egyptologists.03What types of cabins are available on the Kleos Nile Cruise?
The Kleos Nile Cruise offers various cabin grades, from Standard cabins to Suites. Many cabins feature panoramic windows or Nile-view balconies, providing views of the river as you sail.04What is the policy for children on the Kleos Nile Cruise?
Children aged 0 to 5.99 years travel free, while those 6 to 11.99 years pay 50% of the adult price. Children aged 12 and above pay the full adult price. One child maximum can share a cabin with parents; two or more children require their own cabin.05What should I wear for shore excursions from the Kleos Nile Cruise?
For shore excursions, we recommend comfortable walking shoes, a hat, sunglasses, and light, breathable clothing. When visiting temples and religious sites, modest dress is advised, covering shoulders and knees.06Are gratuities included in the Kleos Nile Cruise price?
Gratuities for the crew and Egyptologists are not included in the standard Kleos Nile Cruise price. We can provide guidance on appropriate amounts for gratuities for your convenience.07What is the best time of year to take a Kleos Nile Cruise?
The best time to take a Kleos Nile Cruise is generally from October to April, when the weather is cooler and more comfortable for sightseeing. Summer months, May to September, are hotter but can offer fewer crowds.08What facilities are available on board the Kleos Nile Cruise?
The Kleos Nile Cruise vessel features a sun deck for relaxation, a comfortable lounge bar, and a dining room where all meals are served. These public areas are available for all guests during their sailing.09Are drinks (including water) included with meals on the Kleos Nile Cruise?
Drinks (including water) are not typically included in the full board arrangement on the Kleos Nile Cruise. Other beverages can be purchased separately from the lounge bar or dining room.
Last updated Product ID: CRU-NIL-277904
At a glance
- Length
- 3, 4 or 7 nights
- Embarks
- Mon in Luxor · Fri in Aswan
- Board
- Full Board
- Class
- 5-Star Standard
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