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Iberotel Helio

A 50-cabin Iberotel cruiser on the Luxor–Aswan route

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3 nights from $700
4 nights from $935
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Cabins50
Decks5
In brief

Iberotel Helio is a Standard Nile cruise ship of 50 outside cabins on five deck levels, run by the Jaz Hotel Group. Every cabin has a large panoramic window. It has a two-level sun deck with a pool and pool bar, a fitness area, a spa and nightly folkloric shows. It sails 3 nights Aswan to Luxor and 4 nights Luxor to Aswan, from $700 per person all year.

Overview

Why travellers choose the Iberotel Helio

The ship

Helio is a mid-sized ship run by the Jaz Hotel Group, and a sociable one: the lounge stages belly dancing and live music most nights, and the sun deck runs over two levels. Its cabins are the most compact we sell, at about 16 m², which is reflected in the price.

Cabins

All 50 are outside cabins of about 16 m², spread 12 on the upper deck, 20 on the main deck and 18 on the lower Nile deck. Each has large panoramic windows, individually controlled air-conditioning, satellite TV, a minibar, a safe and a private bathroom with a shower and hairdryer.

Life on board

The two-level sun deck carries the pool, a pool bar and a fitness area. Inside are the main bar and lounge with nightly entertainment, massage treatments, a beauty salon and a gift shop. There is no lift.

Every cabin on the outsideAll 50, with large panoramic windows.
A two-level sun deckWith the pool, a pool bar and a fitness area.
Belly dancing and live musicIn the lounge most evenings.
One rate all yearFrom $700 per person.
Itineraries · 2 programs

Follow the Iberotel Helio on the map

Two programs, same ship. Pick one, then scroll the days or press play — the boat sails to each stop as you go.

Indicative rates

Rates by season · per person, standard cabin

Guide prices only — the exact rate depends on your date, cabin and how full the ship is. Your written quote always confirms the final figure before anything is held.

Season Dates 3 nights 4 nights
All year Oct – Sep $700 $935
Infants 0–5 free · children 6–11: 50% sharing with 2 adults Groups of 10+: ask for special rates and a free tour leader place 20% deposit secures your booking · balance 30 days before arrival Free cancellation up to 45 days before arrival (60 days at Christmas & Easter)
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What's included on the Iberotel Helio

Included 8 items

  • Accommodation in an outside cabin with private bathroom, air-conditioning and Nile view
  • Full-board meals — daily breakfast, lunch and dinner (buffet or set menu depending on ship)
  • Guided sightseeing at every temple stop with a licensed Egyptologist
  • All entrance fees for the standard itinerary (Kom Ombo, Edfu, Karnak, Luxor Temple, Valley of the Kings)
  • Transfers between the cruise ship and the sightseeing sites
  • Welcome drink on arrival, afternoon tea daily, and bottled water on excursions
  • Onboard evening entertainment — galabeya party, folkloric shows, live music
  • All service charges and Egyptian VAT

Not included 6 items

  • International flights to Egypt and Egypt visa$30 USD on arrival for most nationalities
  • Domestic flights to Aswan or from Luxor (available as a paid add-on)
  • Optional excursions — Abu Simbel, hot-air balloon over the West Bank, Nubian village visit
  • Personal expenses (drinks other than tea/water, laundry, spa services, souvenirs)
  • Travel insurance (strongly recommended — most operators require it)
  • Gratuities for the cruise crew, guide and driver~$8-12 USD per day combined
Ship facts

Iberotel Helio at a glance

Operator
Iberotel (Jaz Hotel Group)
Category
Standard Cruises
Cabins
50 · about 16 m² each
Balcony
French balcony — floor-to-ceiling glass that slides open
Lift
No — the decks are linked by stairs
Length · decks
5 decks
Routes
3 Nights Aswan to Luxor · 4 Nights from Luxor to Aswan
Payment
No online payment — a written quote first, then a deposit by bank transfer or a secure card link.
On board

Facilities & life on the Iberotel Helio

Swimming Pool
Spa & Wellness Center
Fitness Center / Gym
Restaurant
Bar / Lounge
Sun Deck
Free WiFi
On-board Doctor
Gift Shop
In-cabin Safe
Minibar
In-cabin TV
Air Conditioning
Live Music / Entertainment
Egyptian Folklore Show

Dining on board

Dining is served in the main restaurant on a full-board basis, with international and Egyptian dishes; drinks other than water at meals are charged separately — we confirm the exact board basis in your written quote.

Full board Bar on board Egyptian night
Questions about this ship

Iberotel Helio FAQ

How many cabins does Iberotel Helio have?

50, all outside cabins of about 16 m²: 12 on the upper deck, 20 on the main deck and 18 on the lower Nile deck.

How small are the cabins really?

About 16 m², the most compact we sell. If space matters more than price, ask us about a ship with cabins of 20 to 22 m².

What happens in the evenings?

The main bar and lounge stages folkloric shows with belly dancing and live music most nights.

Is there a lift on board?

No. The decks are linked by stairs only.

How much does a cruise on Iberotel Helio cost?

From $700 per person sharing a double for 3 nights, and from $935 for 4 nights — the same rate all year. Christmas, New Year and Easter are priced separately.

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