Nile River Cruise
Cleopatra Cruise 4 Nights
4 Nights / 5 Days Luxurious Nile Cruise: Full Board Experience
Cruise Package
Nile Cruise
Nile Cruise Route
Luxor to Aswan
Nile Cruise Ship
City and Sea Adonis
Trip Duration
4 Nights / 5 Days
Trip Schedule
Thursday Check-in → Monday Check-out
Ship Category
5-Star
4-Night Cleopatra Cruise Overview
Set sail on an unforgettable four-night journey aboard the five-star deluxe City and Sea Adonis, navigating the iconic waters of the Nile from Luxor to Aswan. This all-inclusive cruise offers unparalleled luxury, granting you access to the ship’s full range of top-tier amenities. Enjoy gourmet dining, with breakfast, lunch, and dinner served onboard, as you experience the serene comfort of your floating hotel. Each day presents breathtaking views of the Nile, providing an idyllic setting for relaxation. While excursions are not included in this cruise package by default, you have the flexibility to book guided tours to famous landmarks such as the Aswan High Dam, Philae Temple, Kom Ombo Temple, and Edfu Temple. The evenings are filled with cultural performances, allowing you to soak in Egypt’s rich history and traditions.
Highlights:
Luxurious Nile Cruise: Sail the Nile in style aboard a five-star deluxe ship with top-tier amenities and exceptional service.
Exclusive Onboard Experience: Take advantage of the ship’s deluxe swimming pool, Jacuzzi, and fine dining options, ensuring a first-class experience.
Stress-Free Travel: From airport transfers to 24/7 guest support, your journey is fully managed to ensure a worry-free experience.
Itinerary program
Day 1: Thursday – Welcome Aboard in Luxor
Upon your arrival at Luxor Airport or Train Station, our friendly team will greet you and transfer you to the City and Sea Adonis via a private, air-conditioned vehicle. After check-in, relax with a delicious onboard meal. In the afternoon, you have the option to explore the stunning Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple. Return to the ship for a gourmet dinner and spend your first night aboard, docked under Luxor’s starry skies.
Day 2: Friday – Discovering Luxor’s West Bank
Start your day with a sumptuous breakfast before heading out to explore the West Bank’s historical marvels. You may choose optional excursions to visit the Valley of the Kings, Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and the towering Colossi of Memnon. After your tour, the ship will sail toward Esna. Onboard, enjoy afternoon tea followed by a welcome cocktail reception and dinner. Overnight in Esna.
Day 3: Saturday – Exploring Temples of Edfu and Kom Ombo
After breakfast, take an optional tour of the impressive Temple of Horus in Edfu, one of Egypt’s best-preserved temples. Later, sail toward Kom Ombo while enjoying lunch onboard. Upon arrival, you may explore the Temple of Sobek and Haroeris with an optional guided tour. In the evening, enjoy a themed Egyptian night with dinner and entertainment aboard the ship. Overnight sailing to Aswan.
Day 4: Sunday – Treasures of Aswan
Today, discover the wonders of Aswan. You may choose to book an optional guided tour of the Aswan High Dam and continuing to the unique island temple of Philae, dedicated to the goddess Isis. After lunch, take an optional Felucca ride on the Nile, enjoying the scenic beauty of the riverbanks. In the evening, enjoy a Nubian cultural show and dinner, followed by a relaxing night in Aswan.
Day 5: Monday – Farewell in Aswan
Awake to a delicious breakfast before disembarking in Aswan. If you wish, embark on an optional early morning tour to Abu Simbel, where you’ll witness the grandeur of the temples of Ramses II. Afterward, our team will assist you with checkout and arrange transportation to your next destination or Aswan Airport, ensuring a smooth end to your journey.
Note: While itineraries are designed to proceed as planned, slight changes may occur due to weather or navigation conditions. Guides will keep you updated daily.
What’s Included:
- 4-Night Nile Cruise Stay.
- Amenities: Pool, spa, gym, and lounges.
- Dining: Daily buffet breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
- Afternoon Tea: Tea, snacks, and desserts.
- Gratuities and tips for Nile Cruise staff and drivers are included in your package.
- All-Inclusive Drinks: Unlimited water, soft drinks, and local alcohol onboard City and Sea Adonis.
- Free pickup/drop from Luxor or Aswan.
- Galabeya night, belly dance & Nubian show.
- Premium Fruit Basket: A selection of fresh, locally sourced fruits, refilled daily in your cabin or suite.
What’s Not Included:
- International flights
- Egypt entry visa
- Gratuities and tips for the Egyptologist tour guide are not included and are left to the guest’s discretion.
- Optional Add-On Tour: Visit the breathtaking Abu Simbel temples (bookable for an extra fee).
- Guided Tours to:
- Valley of the Kings
- Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
- Colossi of Memnon
- Temple of Horus in Edfu
- Temple of Sobek and Haroeris in Kom Ombo
- Aswan High Dam
- Philae Temple
- Felucca Ride near Aswan
- Luxor Temple
- Karnak Temple Complex
Available Cabins and Rates
Deluxe Single Cabin | For One Guest
Price Per Person: USD 1839 | Total Price: USD 1839
A peaceful haven for solo travelers, this cabin includes a king-size bed, private bathroom, Wi-Fi, minibar, safe, and TV. Its French balcony provides uninterrupted views of the Nile, while the cozy seating corner offers the perfect spot for reflection and relaxation.
Deluxe Double Cabin | For Two Guests
Price Per Person: USD 1149 | Total Price: USD 2298
This bright, spacious cabin provides either a king bed or twin beds, plus a French balcony. Amenities include an en suite bathroom, air conditioning, a minibar, Wi-Fi, a safe, and TV. With a table and chairs by the balcony, it’s a charming space to enjoy the river with a companion.
Deluxe Triple Cabin | For Three Guests
Price Per Person: USD 1035 | Total Price: USD 3105
Comfortable and versatile, this cabin features three beds, a French balcony, and abundant natural light. With a bathroom, minibar, safe, Wi-Fi, and entertainment system, it ensures every guest feels at home. Extra seating and storage make it ideal for families or groups of friends.
Junior Suite Package | Minimum of Two People
Price Per Person: USD 1724 | Total Price: USD 3448
The 42 m² Junior Suite aboard City and Sea Adonis is a rare find—only one exists on the entire ship—making it a perfect retreat for couples or close friends seeking privacy and comfort. The Junior Suite features a private French balcony, a cozy seating area, floor-to-ceiling windows, a work desk, and elegant décor blending modern design with Egyptian charm. A large bathroom, premium entertainment, and thoughtful details ensure a stay defined by elegance, exclusivity, and unforgettable comfort.
Royal Suite Package | Minimum of Two People
Price Per Person: USD 2299 | Total Price: USD 4598
The 72 m² Royal Suite aboard City and Sea Adonis stands as the pinnacle of luxury on the Nile—a singular masterpiece offering complete privacy and refinement. The Royal Suite transforms your cruise into a private sanctuary featuring a grand living room, an elegant dining area, and a serene lounge that opens to French balconies overlooking the river. The suite’s exquisite marble bathroom with a deep soaking tub, a regal king-size bed dressed in premium linens, and sophisticated décor throughout create an atmosphere of pure opulence. With only one Royal Suite available, this experience offers unmatched exclusivity—a truly bespoke escape designed for those who expect nothing less than perfection.
Family Packages
Family Package A: 1 Adult + 1 Child (0–5)
Price per person: 920 USD | Total Price: 1840 USD
Ideal for one adult traveling with a young child; the child sails free of charge.
The 22 m² Deluxe Cabin offers a king-size bed (180 × 200 cm) or two extra-wide twin beds (2 × 120 × 200 cm).
Family Package B: 1 Adult + 1 Child (6–11)
Price per person: 1026 USD | Total Price: 2052 USD
Perfect for one adult with an older child; includes a reduced child rate.
The 22 m² Deluxe Cabin features a king-size bed (180 × 200 cm) or two extra-wide twin beds (2 × 120 × 200 cm).
Family Package C: 2 Adults + 1 Child (0–5)
Price per person: 766 USD | Total Price: 2298 USD
Best for two adults with a young child who sails free of charge.
The 22 m² Deluxe Cabin features a king-size bed (180 × 200 cm) plus an extra bed (100 × 200 cm), or two extra-wide twin beds (2 × 120 × 200 cm) plus an extra bed (100 × 200 cm).
Family Package D: 2 Adults + 1 Child (6–11)
Price per person: 958 USD | Total Price: 2874 USD
Great for two adults with an older child; includes a reduced child rate.
The 22 m² Deluxe Cabin offers a king-size bed (180 × 200 cm) plus an extra bed (100 × 200 cm), or two extra-wide twin beds (2 × 120 × 200 cm) plus an extra bed (100 × 200 cm).
Family Package E: 2 Adults + 2 Children (0–5 & 6–11)
Price per person: 719 USD | Total Price: 2876 USD
Perfect for two parents with one younger and one older child; the younger sails free, the older enjoys a reduced rate.
The 22 m² Deluxe Cabin features a king-size bed (180 × 200 cm) plus an extra bed (100 × 200 cm), or two extra-wide twin beds (2 × 120 × 200 cm) plus an extra bed (100 × 200 cm).
Family Package F: 2 Adults + 2 Children (6–11 & 6–11)
Price per person: 862 USD | Total Price: 3448 USD
Ideal for families of four with two older children; both children enjoy reduced rates.
Two adjacent 22 m² Deluxe Cabins, each featuring a king-size bed (180 × 200 cm) or two extra-wide twin beds (2 × 120 × 200 cm).
Arrival & Departure Guidelines
Egypt Entry Visa Upon Arrival
Price Per Person: All Ages 30 USD
Every visitor entering Egypt must obtain an entry visa. Fortunately, for citizens of major global economies—including the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, Switzerland, Norway, and all European Union nations—this visa can be conveniently acquired upon arrival at the airport.
Simply add our Visa Service to your booking, and our dedicated team will handle everything for you. Upon arrival, we will hand your visa directly to you, allowing you to skip the long bank lines and confusing paperwork entirely. This service covers all processing, documentation, and coordination with airport authorities on your behalf.
- Upon Arrival on Thursday in Luxor Airport
Abu Simbel by Land
Adult 12+ USD 180 | Child 0–11 USD 90
Journey across the vast beauty of the southern Egyptian desert to reach one of the most awe-inspiring monuments ever created. The colossal rock-cut temples of Abu Simbel, built by the great Ramesses II over 3,000 years ago, rise dramatically from the shores of Lake Nasser in a setting that feels like the edge of the world.
Departing before dawn from Aswan in a premium air-conditioned vehicle, you arrive just as the first golden light of morning touches the faces of the four towering statues. The excursion includes your private transfer, admission ticket, Egyptologist guide, and all registrations and permits.
- 5th Day, Monday (Early Morning). Aswan City to Abu Simbel (by road)
- Duration: ~3.5 hours by AC premium vehicle
Abu Simbel by Plane
All Ages USD 450
Enjoy an unforgettable sunrise visit to the legendary rock-cut temples of Ramesses II, reached by early morning flight. The total duration is approximately 5–6 hours, including all transfers, airport procedures, flights, and the guided temple visit. The experience begins with a transfer from the cruise ship to Aswan Airport (around 1 hour), followed by airport entry, check-in, security screening, waiting time, and boarding. The flight to Abu Simbel takes approximately 30 minutes.
Upon arrival, guests disembark, meet the local representative, and transfer to the temple complex for a guided visit of approximately 2 hours. Afterwards, you return to Abu Simbel Airport, complete boarding procedures, and take the 30-minute return flight to Aswan, followed by a transfer back to the cruise ship (around 30 minutes).
Flight duration: approximately 30 minutes each way.
Total experience: approximately 5–6 hours including all logistics and ground arrangements.
- 5th Day, Monday (Early Morning). Aswan City to Abu Simbel (by air)
- Duration: ~45–60 minutes in the air
Sound & Light Show at Karnak Temple
Adult 12+ USD 60 | Child 0–11 USD 30
As darkness falls over the ancient city of Thebes, Karnak Temple transforms into something truly magical. This spectacular after-dark experience guides you through the illuminated ruins along the Avenue of Sphinxes, as dramatic lighting, orchestral music, and narration bring 4,000 years of history to vivid life all around you.
The towering columns and colossal statues glow against the night sky, making the ancient world feel alive again. The excursion includes your admission ticket, private transfer to and from the ship, and all coordination and reservations. The show runs nightly in multiple languages and is extremely popular. Early booking is strongly advised.
- 1st Day, Thursday (Evening). Luxor City, Karnak Temple
- Duration: ~1.5 hours
Hot Air Balloon over Luxor
Adult 12+ USD 120 | Child 0–11 USD 60
As the first light of dawn breaks over the horizon, you rise gently into the sky above the West Bank of Luxor for one of the most breathtaking experiences Egypt has to offer. The Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut, and the Nile stretching endlessly into the distance unfold beneath you in a panorama of extraordinary beauty.
The silence, the golden light, and the sheer scale of the landscape create a moment that stays with you long after you return to earth. The excursion includes your private transfer to and from the ship, the balloon flight with a premium certified operator, all safety registrations, and full coordination. This excursion is weather-dependent, with a full refund provided if cancelled, and is not suitable for guests with heart conditions or a fear of heights.
- 2nd Day, Friday (Early Morning). Luxor City, West Bank.
- Duration: ~45–60 minutes
Nubian Village in Aswan
Adult 12+ USD 50 | Child 0–11 USD 25
Cross the Nile by boat and step into one of the most colorful and welcoming communities you will ever encounter. The Nubian villages of Aswan have preserved a vibrant culture for thousands of years, and this visit brings you right into the heart of it.
Walk through brilliantly painted streets, meet warm and hospitable families in their homes, discover traditional crafts and customs, and enjoy a truly unique interaction with baby crocodiles. This is not a museum visit—it is a living, breathing cultural experience and a wonderful opportunity for unforgettable photos and one-of-a-kind souvenirs.
The excursion includes your boat transfer, village visit, Egyptologist guide, and all arrangements and coordination.
- 4th Day, Sunday (Afternoon). Aswan City, Nubian Village
- Duration: ~2–3 hours
Luxor Museum
Adult 12+ USD 50 | Child 0–11 USD 25
One of Egypt’s finest and most beautifully presented museums, housing a carefully curated collection of New Kingdom artifacts, royal mummies, and magnificent statues recovered from Karnak and Luxor temples. Far from the crowds of Cairo, this intimate museum offers a refined and unhurried experience where every piece is displayed with extraordinary care.
The excursion includes your admission ticket, private transfer to and from the ship, and your Egyptologist guide throughout. Fully air-conditioned and ideal as a midday retreat.
- 1st Day, Thursday (Afternoon). Luxor City, Luxor Museum
- Duration: ~1.5–2 hours
Valley of the Kings — Extra Tomb: Tutankhamun
Adult 12+ USD 14 | Child 0–11 USD 7
Enter the most famous tomb in the world. Discovered in 1922 by Howard Carter, the tomb of Tutankhamun astonished the world and sparked a global fascination with ancient Egypt that endures to this day. The walls are adorned with vivid painted scenes of the afterlife, and the royal mummy of the boy pharaoh remains in the burial chamber exactly where it was laid to rest over 3,300 years ago.
This tomb is not accessible with the standard Valley of the Kings ticket included in your itinerary program. Entry requires a separate special admission ticket that can only be secured by booking this optional add-on in advance. The price of this excursion fully covers your special admission ticket. Daily visitor numbers are strictly limited, and photography is not permitted inside. We strongly recommend booking as early as possible to secure your place.
- 2nd Day, Friday (Morning). Luxor City, Valley of the Kings
- Duration: ~20–30 minutes
Valley of the Kings — Extra Tomb: Seti I
Adult (12+) 46 USD | Child (0–11) 23 USD
Widely regarded as the most beautiful tomb in the entire Valley of the Kings. The longest and most elaborately decorated royal tomb ever carved into these sacred cliffs, featuring breathtaking ceiling paintings of the heavens and walls covered in perfectly preserved hieroglyphic inscriptions. Egyptologists and travelers alike consider this the single most spectacular tomb in the Valley, and standing inside it, you will understand why.
This tomb is not accessible with the standard Valley of the Kings ticket included in your itinerary program. Entry requires a separate special admission ticket that can only be secured by booking this optional add-on in advance. The price of this excursion fully covers your special admission ticket. Daily entry is extremely limited, and photography is not permitted inside. We recommend booking immediately upon arrival.
- 2nd Day, Friday (Morning). Luxor City, Valley of the Kings
- Duration: ~20–30 minutes
Note: All optional excursions operate as booked. In the rare event that circumstances entirely beyond our control—such as government site closures, scheduled maintenance, or severe weather—prevent an excursion from taking place, a full 100% cash refund in USD will be issued immediately.
Arrival & Departure Guidelines
Tailor Your Journey — Add Guided Excursions at Your Leisure
Please note: The four-night Cleopatra cruise does not include guided excursions by default. You may book sightseeing tours at reception for an additional fee.
If you prefer a four-night cruise with all guided excursions included, led by a certified Egyptologist in English, German, French, Spanish, Italian or Japanese, consider our four-night Horus Holiday cruise — (click here to learn more).
Your First Day – Thursday Arrival in Luxor
We recommend arriving at Luxor Airport before 11 AM. Our representative will meet you with a welcome sign, assist with your luggage, and transfer you directly to the Nile cruise ship. Upon arrival, you’ll check in at reception and receive a refreshing welcome drink. Cabins are usually ready by 1 PM, when you’ll receive your keys and can settle in comfortably.
Early arrivals are welcome—our 24/7 complimentary pick-up ensures a smooth transfer. If your cabin isn’t ready, you can relax in the reception area or enjoy the ship’s amenities until it is. Access will be granted immediately if the cabin becomes available earlier.
Your Last Day – Monday Departure from Aswan
If you have the optional Abu Simbel excursion, we recommend booking your flight after 4 PM on Monday. This allows you to enjoy the morning visit (ending around 12 noon) and then return to the ship for checkout and luggage collection before our complimentary transfer to Aswan Airport. Scheduling after 4 PM ensures a relaxed airport experience with plenty of time for check-in and security.
If you haven’t booked Abu Simbel, you may depart anytime Monday—morning, midday, or afternoon. Cabin checkout is at 10 AM, but you’re welcome to stay in the reception area or enjoy the ship’s amenities until your transfer.
Not Sure if Your Flight Fits? No Problem – Contact Us
This is our recommended schedule for arrival and departure. If your flight differs from these times, please contact us at online@cityandseaadonis.com. We’ll gladly review your travel plans and provide the best recommendations, striving to remain flexible and accommodating to your needs.
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