Sonesta Sun Goddess luxury ship
Overview
Discover the magic of the Nile on a Sonesta Sun Goddess Luxury Nile Cruise, where ultimate comfort meets the country's greatest ancient marvels on board an all-suite, elegant ship. Indulge in chic accommodations, fine dining, gracious hospitality, and spectacular river views on a truly luxurious Nile cruising adventure.
The Sonesta Sun Goddess Luxury Nile Cruise is offered on two distinct 4-day / 3-night itineraries—Aswan to Luxor or 5 days / 4 nights—between Luxor and Aswan with expertly guided tours of Egypt's must-see ancient sites included in both options.
See and enjoy all the wonders that lie in the Valley of the Kings and the temples of Karnak, Luxor, Philae, Kom Ombo, and Edfu as you travel the banks of the majestic Nile Valley. North or south, you can experience a trip of history, style, and dreams with Luxury Nile Cruise.
| Schedule: Every Monday From Luxor & Friday From Aswan |
Cruise
Sonesta Sun Goddess Nile Cruise Facilities
- 30 Luxuries Suites
- Elegant panoramic restaurant serving international and Egyptian cuisine
- lounge & bar with Nile views
- sun deck with swimming pool
- Spa & wellness treatments
- Fitness area
- Complimentary Wi-Fi access
- Boutique & gift corner
- 24-hour reception & concierge service
- Laundry & housekeeping services
- Air-conditioned public areas
- Outdoor relaxation lounges overlooking the Nile
- Evening entertainment & cultural performances
- Doctor on call
Suite Includes
- Private Terrace with sitting area
- Private, direct-dial telephone
- Complimentary Wireless internet access is available
- Hairdryer
- Safe Box
- Mini-bar
- Music system
- Hospitality LED TV
- Individual A/C climate control
- Bathroom with full-size bathtub
- In-room dining available until midnight
- All suites are non-smoking. Smoking is allowed only in open areas
Included
- Meet and greet services by our representatives at the airport or Railway station with a nominative sign
- Assistance of our Tour Manager during your stay
- Accommodation on board Sonesta Sun Goddess Nile Cruise on Full Board
- Private English/Portuguese/German/Spanish-speaking tour guide
- All sightseeing tours are private guided tours
- Entrance fees to all the mentioned sites in your Nile cruise itinerary
- Bottled water during the trips
- All transfers by a private, air-conditioned deluxe vehicle
- All service charges and taxes
Excluded
- International and domestic flights
- Egypt visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Optional Abu Simbel excursion
- Personal expenses and gratuities
Itinerary:
4 Days - Aswan / Luxor Every Friday
Day 1: Aswan – Welcome Aboard the Sonesta Sun Goddess Luxury Ship
Your amazing Nile experience starts in Aswan, the city where you will be greeted warmly and enjoy the eternal majesty of the Nile aboard your luxury ship, the Sonesta Sun Goddess Luxury Ship. Upon embarkation you will settle in your luxurious, well-appointed all-suite cabin and enjoy your first taste of the Nile over lunch.
In the afternoon, enjoy Aswan's attractions, beginning with the majestic Aswan High Dam, one of the most significant accomplishments of modern engineering, and finish by visiting the unique, charming Temple of Philae, a unique temple dedicated to the Goddess Isis, located on an island accessible via motorboat cruise along the Nile River.
As you return to the Sonesta Sun Goddess Luxury Nile Cruise, enjoy the late afternoon tea, followed by the captain's welcome cocktail. It's a delightful opening to your luxurious voyage!
In the evening you will enjoy your first dinner on board with the calming effects of the river Nile visible outside the dining room under a canopy of stars.
Meals Included:
• Lunch
• Dinner
Day 2: Kom Ombo & Edfu – Ancient Temples Along the Nile
Awake to breathtaking Nile views on the Sonesta Sun Goddess luxury ship as you cruise towards Kom Ombo. Upon arrival, following breakfast, tour the incredible Kom Ombo Temple. This temple is one of the most unique in the Nile Valley in that it is dedicated to both Sobek (crocodile god) and Horus the Elder.
Sail on to Edfu, where lunch will be served. Enjoy lounging on the sun deck as the scenery of Upper Egypt unfolds around you, passing by date palms, rural villages, and lush green fields.
Later, tour the impressively preserved Edfu Temple, dedicated to the god Horus. Travel by horse-drawn carriage to reach this stunning monument featuring colossal pylons, highly detailed reliefs, and remarkable ancient artistry.
Dinner will be served on the Sonesta Sun Goddess Luxury Nile Cruise, as it glides onwards toward Esna.
Overnight onboard in Esna.
Meals Included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Day 3: Luxor West Bank Tour
Arrive in Luxor, often called the world's greatest open-air museum. After breakfast aboard the Sonesta Sun Goddess Luxury Ship, begin exploring Luxor’s legendary West Bank.
Explore the fascinating Valley of the Kings, where most of the powerful Pharaohs of Egypt were buried within magnificently adorned tombs. Take time to admire the breathtaking Temple of Hatshepsut, which is dramatically carved into the limestone cliffs, before posing for photographs in front of the iconic Colossi of Memnon, sentinels of ancient Thebes.
Back on board the Nile Cruise, we return for lunch and enjoy an afternoon relaxing on board. Afternoon tea will be served on deck as the golden landscape of Luxor glitters on the waters of the River Nile.
Enjoy a elegant dinner onboard the Sonesta Sun Goddess Luxury Nile Cruise as the night draws in.
Overnight onboard in Luxor.
Meals Included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Day 4: Luxor East Bank & Departure
Breakfast on board and disembarkation from the Sonesta Sun Goddess Luxury Ship to continue your excursions along Luxor's extraordinary East Bank.
In the morning, explore the Karnak Temple Complex, one of the largest religious sites ever built, consisting of massive pillars, sacred precincts, and towering obelisks. Then enjoy an excursion to the Temple of Luxor with its magnificent statues and elaborately carved depictions relating the tale of a magnificent past in Egypt.
Transfer by our representative to the Luxor International Airport or Luxor train station to conclude the luxury Nile cruise adventure with the Sonesta Sun Goddess Luxury Nile Cruise.
Meals Included:
• Breakfast
5 Days - Luxor / Aswan Every Monday
Day 1: Arrival in Luxor – Welcome Aboard the Sonesta Sun Goddess Luxury Ship
Welcome to Luxor, the age-old city of pharaohs, where the golden sun of Upper Egypt embraces the Nile. Upon your arrival at Luxor Airport, our representative will escort you to the Sonesta Sun Goddess luxury ship, your home away from home.
Once onboard the Sonesta Sun Goddess Luxury Nile Cruise and checked into your luxury suite, which promises a comfortable bed, beautiful and modern decorations, and panoramic views of the Nile, your gourmet lunch will be served at the beginning of your fabulous cruise journey on the River Nile.
This afternoon enjoy the East Bank of Luxor. You will visit the Karnak Temple complex, the vast religious complex, one of the most important of all temples in the ancient world, and then follow it with the impressive Luxor Temple, with its colossal statues and ancient hieroglyphs, where you will discover the majesty of ancient Thebes.
In the late afternoon, you will be invited to enjoy an afternoon tea on the deck of the Sonesta Sun Goddess luxury ship and watch the quiet landscape of the Nile. This evening, dinner will be served onboard, where you can experience the stunning illuminated Luxor at night.
Overnight onboard in Luxor.
Meals Included:
• Lunch
• Dinner
Day 2:Luxor West Bank Tour & Sailing to Esna
Onboard the Sonesta Sun Goddess Luxury Nile Cruise, awaken to the smooth, calm flow of the Nile River. Enjoy a wonderful breakfast before traversing to the magnificent west bank of Luxor, one of Egypt's most cherished historical locations.
Visit the celebrated Valley of the Kings and delve into incredible stories of the afterlife in these elaborately decorated tombs. Move on to marvel at the unique and striking temple of Queen Hatshepsut, which is constructed into the sheer cliff walls of Deir El Bahari, concluding with a glimpse at the gigantic Colossi of Memnon statues.
On board the Sonesta Sun Goddess luxury ship, lunch will be served, after which the elegant Nile cruiser commences its sail to Esna.
Unwind as you pass through another peaceful day, indulging in an afternoon tea, the spectacular Nile views, and all the wonderful comforts one would expect onboard.
The Captain's Welcome Cocktail (a tradition of the Sonesta Sun Goddess Luxury Nile Cruise) awaits in the evening before a sophisticated evening meal under the desert stars.
Overnight onboard in Esna.
Meals Included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Day 3: Edfu & Kom Ombo – Temples of Horus and Sobek
After breakfast we will reach the Sonesta Sun Goddess Luxury Nile Cruise in Edfu. We will drive a horse-drawn carriage to the impressive and wonderfully preserved Temple of Horus. It is one of the best temples of Egypt with its huge pylons and impressive carvings that take us back to ancient Egyptian religion and myth.
We will get on the Sonesta Sun Goddess Luxury Ship, and on the way to Kom Ombo we will be having lunch surrounded by the unique scenery of the Nile Valley.
In the afternoon we will visit the distinct Temple of Kom Ombo, placed on the banks of the Nile, dedicated to the gods Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus the Elder, and it has two completely symmetrical entrances, making it one of the most peculiar temples of the Nile.
As dusk settles, return to the ship where dinner is served in an atmosphere of quiet elegance, the Nile reflecting silver beneath the night sky.
Overnight onboard in Kom Ombo.
Meals Included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Day 4: The Elegance of Aswan, Jewel of the Nile
Arrive in Aswan to board the Sonesta Sun Goddess luxury ship and begin navigating one of the most beautiful sites on the Nile with its granite islands, palm-lined banks, and golden desert backdrop.
After breakfast, begin your morning by visiting the enormous Aswan High Dam, an engineering wonder of modern Egypt. Proceed to the mystic Philae Temple, which is consecrated to the goddess Isis and lies on a picturesque island, a boat ride away.
Return to your Sonesta Sun Goddess Luxury Nile Cruise for lunch and have a wonderful afternoon free, relaxing in Aswan. Kick back on the sun deck and have tea, or simply sit back and soak in the peaceful scenery from your suite.
In the evening, enjoy your last night on board the Sonesta Sun Goddess luxury ship with a delightful dinner, making this the last memory of your luxury Nile cruise.
Overnight onboard in Aswan.
Meals Included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Day 5: Farewell to the Sonesta Sun Goddess Luxury Nile Cruise
Enjoy a final breakfast aboard the Sonesta Sun Goddess luxury ship as the morning sun rises over Aswan's peaceful waters.
Following disembarkation, our representative will assist with your transfer to Aswan International Airport or Aswan Railway Station, ensuring a smooth and comfortable departure.
Meals Included:
• Breakfast
Prices:
Prices
Notes:
Sonesta Sun Goddess Nile Cruise Prices
Our tour rates are in US dollars per person per trip. You can also pay in Euro or GBP. Prices might vary during Christmas, New Year, and Easter Nile Cruise Vacations. We aim to provide the best rates and maintain their accuracy. Once you confirm the Sonesta Sun Goddess Nile Cruise, our rates remain fixed and may not change.
Sonesta Sun Goddess Nile Cruise Departure Points
The Sonesta Sun Goddess Nile Cruise departs from both Luxor and Aswan. We provide full transfer assistance from Luxor Airport, Luxor Train Station, Aswan Airport, and Aswan Train Station to the cruise ship boarding point.
Sonesta Sun Goddess Nile Cruise Cabin Types
The Sonesta Sun Goddess Nile Cruise offers standard double/twin cabins and superior cabins with upgraded Nile-view windows. Single occupancy supplements apply. Please request your preferred cabin type at the time of booking.
Sonesta Sun Goddess Nile Cruise Children Policy
0 - 01.99 Free of Charge
2 - 5.99 pay 25% of tour price
6 - 11.99 pay 50% of tour price
12+ pay full tour price as per adult person
If your tour package includes airfare, extra charges for your children may be applied.
Sonesta Sun Goddess Nile Cruise Payment Policy
To secure your desired program and ensure availability, we recommend making reservations as early as possible. A deposit of 25% of the total amount is required to secure your booking, except during the Christmas and New Year holidays when a deposit of 50% is necessary. This deposit will be deducted from your final payment. The remaining balance can be settled up to one week before your arrival date or in cash upon your arrival.
Additional Entry Tickets For Sonesta Sun Goddess Nile Cruise
Please note that the Sonesta Sun Goddess Nile Cruise doesn't include entrance fees to the special archaeological sites, such as entering the interior of the Tomb of Tutankhamun at the Valley of the Kings in Luxor. Separate fees apply for these attractions.
Best Time to Sail
The ideal season for a Nile cruise is October to April when temperatures are comfortable (18–28°C). Summer travel (May–September) offers the best prices but higher daytime temperatures (35–42°C). The Nile is beautiful year-round and the temples can be visited in all seasons.
Solo Travellers
Solo travellers are welcome on the Sonesta Sun Goddess Nile Cruise. A single supplement applies to solo cabin occupancy. We can also try to arrange shared-cabin options for solo travellers on request — contact our team for details.
Accessibility
The Sonesta Sun Goddess Nile Cruise has limited accessibility for guests with mobility requirements. Please inform us of any accessibility needs at the time of booking so we can advise on suitability and assist with arrangements.
Health & Safety
All Around Egypt Tours Nile cruises operate in full compliance with Egyptian Tourism Authority standards. Our guides are licensed by the Egyptian Ministry of Tourism and carry full professional credentials.
Cancellation Policy For Sonesta Sun Goddess Nile Cruise
• Cancellations made from the date of booking until 61 days before your arrival date will incur a 10% cancellation fee of the entire tour price.
• Cancellations made between 60 and 31 days before your arrival date will incur a 20% cancellation fee of the entire tour price.
• Cancellations made between 30 and 15 days before your arrival date will incur a 50% cancellation fee of the entire tour price.
• Cancellations made between 14 and 1 day before your arrival date will incur a 100% cancellation fee of the entire tour price.
Furthermore, please note that cancellation fees may also apply to domestic flights within Egypt according to the airline's specific cancellation policy.
