8 Days Nile Cruise HS Sonesta Sun Goddess

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8 Days Nile Cruise HS Sonesta Sun Goddess

Amazing 8 Days Nile Cruise HS Sonesta Sun Goddess One of the highlights of the Nile Cruise is the spacious sun deck, which provides the perfect place to enjoy the Egyptian sunshine and spectacular river scenery. Take a refreshing swim in the pool, relax with a drink, or simply find a comfortable spot and watch the beautiful landscapes drift by. The peaceful atmosphere onboard makes it easy to slow down, relax, and appreciate every moment of your Egyptian adventure.

The adventure continues as the Nile River Cruise sails south toward Edfu. Here, you can explore the remarkable Temple of Horus, one of the best-preserved ancient temples in Egypt. Its impressive columns, detailed carvings, and massive walls provide an incredible insight into the religious beliefs and architectural achievements of ancient Egyptians. Visiting Edfu is an exciting experience for history lovers and anyone interested in discovering the stories behind Egypt’s legendary monuments.

Another memorable stop is Kom Ombo, home to a unique temple overlooking the Nile. The temple is particularly fascinating because it was dedicated to two different deities, Sobek and Horus the Elder. Walking through its ancient halls and admiring the detailed reliefs allows you to discover another fascinating chapter of Egypt’s rich history.

8 Days Nile Cruise HS Sonesta Sun Goddess , the scenery becomes even more peaceful and picturesque. Aswan is famous for its beautiful Nile views, colorful Nubian culture, and relaxed atmosphere. One of the most important attractions here is the stunning Philae Temple, located on an island surrounded by the waters of the Nile. The temple’s beautiful setting makes it one of the most memorable sights of the entire Luxor Aswan Nile Cruises.

Dining is another enjoyable part of the experience. Throughout the cruise, you can savor delicious meals prepared with a selection of local and international flavors. Breakfasts, lunches, and dinners provide plenty of opportunities to recharge between excursions while enjoying the elegant onboard atmosphere. You can also spend your evenings relaxing on the deck, enjoying the peaceful river views, or taking part in entertainment and cultural activities.

The cruise experience is not only about sightseeing. It is also about enjoying quality time away from your everyday routine. Whether you are relaxing beside the pool, enjoying the sunset from the sun deck, chatting with fellow travelers, or simply watching the Nile flow peacefully past your window, there are countless opportunities to create special memories.

For couples, the cruise provides a romantic way to discover Egypt together, especially during sunset when the Nile takes on a magical atmosphere. Families can enjoy an exciting educational experience where children can discover ancient history while seeing famous monuments in person. Meanwhile, solo travelers can appreciate the comfort, organized excursions, and welcoming atmosphere of a professionally operated Egypt Nile Cruise.

Every part of the journey is carefully planned to help you make the most of your time in Egypt while maintaining a comfortable and enjoyable pace. From the legendary temples of Luxor to the peaceful beauty of Aswan, every moment of this journey offers something special.

A Nile Cruise Package is also an excellent way to combine sightseeing and relaxation in one unforgettable holiday. Each day brings a new destination to explore, while each evening gives you the opportunity to return to the comfort of your cruise ship. This balance makes Egypt Travel Packages ideal for travelers who want to discover Egypt without feeling rushed.

For travelers planning complete Egypt Tours, combining a Nile cruise with additional destinations such as Cairo, Giza, and the Egyptian Museum can create an even more rewarding holiday. Carefully designed Egypt Tours Packages allow visitors to experience Egypt’s ancient monuments, vibrant culture, and breathtaking landscapes while enjoying comfortable accommodation and professionally organized sightseeing.

With ancient history, breathtaking scenery, delicious cuisine, comfortable accommodation, professional guided excursions, and unforgettable moments along the river, Egypt Nile Cruise Packages offer much more than a traditional vacation. They provide a wonderful opportunity to experience Egypt from a unique perspective and create memories that will stay with you long after your journey ends.

Whether this is your first visit to Egypt or you are returning to discover more of its timeless treasures, in 8 Days Nile Cruise HS Sonesta Sun Goddess sailing between Luxor and Aswan is an experience you will not want to miss. Let the Nile guide you through thousands of years of history and prepare yourself for a truly amazing Egyptian adventure filled with discovery, relaxation, and unforgettable memories.
  • Duration: 8 Days / 7 Nights
  • Location: Luxor to Aswan and back to Luxor
  • Tour Type: Nile Cruise
  • Accommodation: H/S Sonesta Sun Goddess Nile Cruise
  • Languages: English
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Pickup: Luxor Airport
  • Drop-off: Luxor Airport, Train Station, or Hotel
  • Included: Accommodation, transfers, tour guide, entrance fees, taxes, service charges, and 24/7 customer service.

Day 1: Arrival in Luxor & Embarkation on Nile Cruise

Upon arrival at Luxor Airport, you will be welcomed by our local representative and transferred in a private air-conditioned vehicle to your Nile Cruise ship for embarkation.

After completing the check-in formalities, the rest of the day will be at leisure to relax on board, enjoy the cruise facilities, or explore Luxor at your own pace.

In the evening, you may choose to join an optional excursion to the Sound & Light Show at the Karnak Temples, where the fascinating history of ancient Thebes comes alive through an impressive display of lights, music, and narration within the magnificent temple complex.

Overnight: Nile Cruise

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Day 2: Exploring the Ancient West Bank of Luxor

Enjoy an energizing breakfast at your hotel before starting your tour of Luxor’s famous West Bank.

Your first visit will be to the Valley of the Kings, one of the most fascinating archaeological sites in Egypt and the burial place of the pharaohs of the New Kingdom. Here, you will explore some of the beautifully decorated royal tombs carved deep into the desert mountains.

Next, proceed to the impressive Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir El Bahari, a magnificent mortuary temple built during the 18th Dynasty for Queen Hatshepsut, one of the most powerful female pharaohs in ancient Egyptian history.

On the way back, you will stop to see the Colossi of Memnon, the two gigantic stone statues that are the only remaining structures of the grand funerary temple of King Amenhotep III.

After completing the tour, you will be transferred to your Nile Cruise ship in Luxor to proceed with the embarkation and check-in formalities.

Overnight: Nile Cruise

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Day 3: Sailing to Aswan via Edfu Temple & Nile Experience

An energizing breakfast will be served on board before starting today’s sightseeing.Your first visit will be to the remarkable Temple of Edfu, considered the best-preserved ancient Egyptian temple in the Nile Valley. This magnificent temple was built during the Ptolemaic period in the 3rd century BC and dedicated to the falcon-headed god Horus. Its impressive pylons, halls, and detailed carvings offer a fascinating insight into ancient Egyptian religious life.

After the visit, you will return to the Nile Cruise ship and continue sailing towards Aswan, while enjoying lunch on board and the beautiful scenery of the Nile along the way.In the evening, the cruise staff will organize a traditional Galabeya Party, offering a fun opportunity to experience Egyptian culture and entertainment on board.

Overnight: Nile Cruise

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Day 4: Free Day in Aswan & Optional Abu Simbel Excursion

Enjoy a free morning on board your Nile Cruise, giving you the chance to relax and admire the beautiful views of the Nile River in Aswan, one of the most charming cities in Upper Egypt.

For those who wish to explore further, we can arrange an optional excursion to the magnificent Temples of Abu Simbel, considered one of the greatest achievements of ancient Egyptian architecture. Built by King Ramses II, the two temples were carved directly into the mountainside and remained buried under desert sands for centuries until their rediscovery in the 19th century.

The Great Temple was dedicated to the sun god Ra-Horakhty, while the smaller temple was dedicated to Queen Nefertari, the beloved wife of Ramses II, who was honored alongside the king.

In the evening, you may also attend an optional Sound & Light Show at Philae Temple, one of the most fascinating shows in Egypt. The story of the goddess Isis and the legends of ancient Egypt come alive through an impressive display of lights and narration within the beautiful temple complex.Afterwards, return to your Nile Cruise ship to enjoy a special dinner on board.

Overnight: Nile Cruise

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Day 5: Aswan Highlights: High Dam, Philae Temple & Felucca Ride

Breakfast will be served on board before starting your tour to explore the highlights of the charming city of Aswan.

Your first visit will be to the impressive Aswan High Dam, a modern engineering marvel constructed during the reign of former President Gamal Abdel Nasser. The dam was built to regulate the flow of the Nile, store water for irrigation, and generate hydroelectric power for the country.

Afterwards, you will take a motorboat ride to Agilkia Island to visit the beautiful Temple of Philae, originally constructed during the 3rd century BC in the Greco-Roman period and dedicated to the goddess Isis, one of the most important deities in ancient Egyptian mythology.Following this fascinating tour, you will return to your Nile Cruise ship for some time to relax and refresh. Lunch will be served on board.

In the afternoon, enjoy a traditional felucca sailing trip on the Nile, gliding around some of the most picturesque islands of Aswan, including views of the Aga Khan Mausoleum and the Kitchener Island (Botanical Garden).Later, return to the cruise ship where you will enjoy an evening of entertainment with a Disco and Music Show on board.

Overnight: Nile Cruise

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Day 6: Kom Ombo Temple Visit & Sailing Back to Luxor

An energizing breakfast will be served on board before starting today’s visit.The Nile Cruise will dock at Kom Ombo, where you will explore the impressive Temple of Kom Ombo, originally built during the Ptolemaic period and later completed during the Roman era. This unique double temple is dedicated to two deities: Sobek, the crocodile god associated with fertility and the Nile, and Haroeris (Horus the Elder), the falcon-headed god of protection and kingship.

After completing your fascinating visit, you will return to the Nile Cruise ship and continue sailing towards Luxor, while enjoying a delicious lunch on board and admiring the scenic views of the Nile along the way.The afternoon will be free at leisure on board, giving you the opportunity to relax and enjoy the cruise facilities.

Overnight: Nile Cruise

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Day 7: Luxor East Bank Tour: Karnak & Luxor Temples

Breakfast will be served on board before starting today’s exploration of the East Bank of Luxor, home to some of the most remarkable temples of ancient Egypt.

Your first visit will be to the magnificent Karnak Temples Complex, one of the largest religious complexes ever built. The construction of Karnak spanned more than one thousand years, with many pharaohs contributing to its expansion. Most of the impressive structures visible today date back to the New Kingdom, including the extraordinary Hypostyle Hall, famous for its massive forest of towering columns built during the reign of King Ramses II, one of the greatest builders of ancient Egypt.

Next, continue to the beautiful Luxor Temple, another remarkable monument originally constructed during the 14th century BC. The temple was expanded and enhanced by several rulers, including Amenhotep III, Ramses II, and Queen Hatshepsut, making it a fascinating blend of architectural styles from different periods of ancient Egyptian history.

After completing the tour, you will be transferred back to your Nile Cruise ship to rest and refresh. The remainder of the day will be free at leisure, allowing you to relax on board or enjoy the cruise facilities. In the evening, the cruise staff will present a traditional folkloric show for guests on board.

Overnight: Nile Cruise

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Day 8: Departure from Luxor

After enjoying breakfast on board the Nile Cruise, you will proceed with the disembarkation process.

Following check-out, our representative will transfer you by private air-conditioned vehicle to Luxor Airport, Train Station, or your hotel in Luxor.

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Meals: Breakfast

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  • Assistance by our professional, English-speaking representatives upon arrival and departure.
  • 07 (Seven) nights’ accommodation on board the H/S Sonesta Sun Goddess Nile Cruise on Full Board basis.
  • Professional English-speaking Tour Guide at all the indicated historical sites in the program itinerary.
  • Transfers between the historical sites in all cities are by late-model coaches on a private basis.
  • Entrance fees to all the indicated historical sites and attractions as per the program itinerary.
  • Private transfer to/from the Nile Cruise ship by late model A-C van with qualified drivers.
  • All the current applicable taxes and service charges.
  • 24/7 customer service.
  • Tourist Visa to Egypt.
  • International & domestic flight tickets.
  • Extras in the hotels: “SPA, laundry, telephone, beverages, etc.
  • Tipping to “Company Representatives, Guide, Driver, etc.
  • Any Optional tours may be required.
  • Valley of the Kings
  • Temple of Hatshepsut
  • Colossi of Memnon
  • Edfu Temple
  • Abu Simbel Temples
  • Aswan High Dam
  • Philae Temple
  • Kom Ombo Temple
  • Karnak Temples Complex
  • Luxor Temple
  • Price: Prices may change due to increases in fuel, taxes, or site fees.
  • Booking: A 50% deposit is required to secure the booking.
  • Balance: Due 30 days before arrival for individuals and 60 days for groups.
  • Visa: Travelers are responsible for their Egypt visa and travel documents.
  • Cancellation: Cancellation fees apply based on the cancellation date.
  • Premium Dates: Some bookings may be non-refundable.
  • Flights: Airfares may be non-refundable and non-changeable.
  • Tipping: Tipping is customary in Egypt and is not included.
  • Not Included: Visa, international and domestic flights, spa, laundry, telephone, and beverages are not included.
  • Optional Tours: Optional tours may be available at an extra cost.
  • Check-out: Check-out is after breakfast on Day 8.
The cruise begins in Luxor and includes visits to the West Bank, Temple of Horus at Edfu, Aswan High Dam, Philae Temple, a felucca ride on the Nile River, Kom Ombo Temple, and concludes with the East Bank tour in Luxor before disembarkation.
Upon arrival in Luxor, you’ll be welcomed, transferred to H.S. Sonesta Sun Goddess, complete embarkation procedures, and enjoy your first evening aboard the luxury cruise.
The West Bank excursion includes visits to Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut, and the impressive Colossi of Memnon.
Temple of Horus at Edfu is one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt, offering visitors an exceptional opportunity to explore ancient Egyptian architecture and mythology.
No. A visit to Abu Simbel Temples is available as an optional excursion during the free day in Aswan for an additional charge.
The guided tour includes the Aswan High Dam, the beautiful Philae Temple, and a traditional felucca sailing experience on the Nile.
Yes. Guests enjoy a relaxing ride aboard a traditional Egyptian felucca, offering scenic views of Aswan’s islands and the tranquil waters of the Nile River.
Kom Ombo Temple is dedicated to both Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus the Elder, making it one of Ancient Egypt’s rare double temples.
The tour features the magnificent Karnak Temple Complex and the historic Luxor Temple.
This itinerary offers the perfect combination of luxury cruising, iconic archaeological sites, scenic Nile sailing, a traditional felucca experience, and flexible leisure time in Aswan, making it one of the most comprehensive Upper Egypt journeys available.