The new Luxury Sonesta Star Goddess Nile Cruise glides gracefully between Aswan and Luxor, offering an unparalleled Nile experience. Every one of the ship’s 33 spacious suites features a private balcony and is elegantly named after a famous composer, adding a refined touch of sophistication. Guests can choose from 27 deluxe Beethoven Suites (40 m²), 4 exquisite Mozart Suites (35 m²), or 2 superior Chopin Suites (52 m²). All suites are strictly non-smoking, with smoking permitted only in designated open areas.
Embarkation & Lunch
Board your luxurious Nile cruise before lunch and settle into your elegant cabin. Take a moment to relax and soak in the first taste of life on the Nile.
Afternoon Tour
High Dam – Marvel at this monumental feat of engineering that controls the Nile’s flow and provides electricity for Egypt. Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of Lake Nasser.
Philae Temple – Reach this enchanting temple dedicated to the goddess Isis by motorboat. Set on Agilkia Island, its serene location and intricate reliefs make it one of Egypt’s most romantic sites.
Unfinished Obelisk – Explore the ancient granite quarries and see the massive obelisk that was never completed.
Dinner and Overnight on board in Aswan.
Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner
Early Morning (Optional) Excursion
Abu Simbel Temples – Begin the day with an optional early morning trip to Abu Simbel by road or flight (additional cost). Explore the majestic temples of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari, carved into a sandstone cliff. These twin marvels were relocated to protect them from the rising waters of Lake Nasser.
Return to the Cruise and begin sailing north toward Kom Ombo.
Afternoon Tour
Kom Ombo Temple – Visit this unique double temple dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus the Elder. Admire the detailed medical reliefs and explore the small museum with mummified crocodiles.
Dinner and Overnight on board as you sail toward Edfu.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Morning Tour
Temple of Horus at Edfu – Travel by horse-drawn carriage to one of Egypt’s best-preserved temples. Discover the legendary tale of Horus and Seth through its vividly carved walls and sacred chambers.
Sail to Luxor with lunch served on board.
Afternoon & Evening Tour
Karnak Temple Complex – Step into the largest religious site of the ancient world, dedicated to Amun-Re. Explore colossal statues, the awe-inspiring Great Hypostyle Hall with 134 towering columns, and the sacred lakes.
Luxor Temple – In the heart of the city, witness the temple glowing at golden hour. Walk among massive statues, obelisks, and beautifully illuminated courtyards as evening descends.
Dinner and Overnight on board in Luxor.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Breakfast on board and check-out.
Morning Tour
Valley of the Kings – Explore the hidden royal tombs of ancient pharaohs. Visit three tombs, with optional entry to Tutankhamun’s tomb (additional cost).
Temple of Queen Hatshepsut – Admire this stunning mortuary temple carved into limestone cliffs, honoring Egypt’s most powerful female pharaoh.
Colossi of Memnon – See the two massive statues of Amenhotep III, remnants of his once-grand mortuary temple.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Embarkation & Lunch
Board your luxurious Nile cruise before lunch and enjoy a warm welcome with traditional hospitality. Settle into your elegant cabin and take a moment to relax while soaking in your first views of the Nile.
Afternoon Tour: Karnak & Luxor Temples
Karnak Temple Complex – Stroll along the grand Avenue of Ram-Headed Sphinxes leading to the imposing First Pylon. Explore the legendary Hypostyle Hall, home to 134 towering, hieroglyph-covered columns. Discover sacred lakes, obelisks, and the Precinct of Amun-Re, a testament to over 1,500 years of ancient Egyptian devotion.
Luxor Temple – Bathed in the afternoon sun, this temple was a center of divine rejuvenation. Admire colossal statues of Ramses II, the remnants of the Abu Haggag Mosque built into the structure, and the continuation of the Sphinx Avenue connecting Luxor to Karnak.
Return to the boat for tea on the sun deck. Dinner and overnight on board in Luxor.
Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner
Morning Tour: The Legendary West Bank
Valley of the Kings – Step into the hidden world of the pharaohs. Visit three royal tombs carved deep into the Theban cliffs, adorned with vibrant scenes of the afterlife. Optional entry to Tutankhamun’s or Seti I’s tomb (extra cost).
Temple of Queen Hatshepsut – Built into the limestone cliffs at Deir el-Bahari, this multi-terraced temple honors Egypt’s first female pharaoh with elegant colonnades, detailed reliefs, and panoramic views of the necropolis.
Colossi of Memnon – Stand before the two monumental statues of Amenhotep III, once guardians of a lost mortuary temple, and hear the local legends of the “singing statues.”
Return to the cruise for lunch on board. Begin sailing south toward Esna, passing charming villages and lush riverbanks. Experience the lock passage at Esna Lock. Dinner and overnight on board as you sail toward Edfu.
Optional Hot Air Balloon Experience
For an unforgettable start to the day, soar above Luxor in a hot air balloon at sunrise. Float over the Valley of the Kings, temples, and farmland, witnessing ancient Thebes bathed in golden light—a serene and magical experience.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Morning Tour: Edfu Temple
Arrive by horse-drawn carriage for a nostalgic 19th-century travel experience.
Temple of Horus at Edfu – The most completely preserved temple of ancient Egypt, built during the Ptolemaic period. Explore the grand pylon, vast courtyards, intricate reliefs depicting Horus’s battle with Seth, and step into the Holy of Holies where sacred rituals once took place.
Return to the cruise for lunch on board as you sail to Kom Ombo.
Afternoon Tour: Kom Ombo Temple
Temple of Kom Ombo – A rare dual-deity temple, mirrored perfectly. One half honors Sobek, the crocodile god and protector of the Nile, while the other celebrates Horus the Elder, god of kingship. Explore carvings of medical instruments, ancient calendars, and fascinating healing rituals.
Crocodile Mummification Museum – Discover the mummified crocodiles and learn about ancient Egyptian beliefs regarding these sacred creatures.
Return to the cruise. Dinner and overnight on board as you continue sailing to Aswan.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Morning Tour: High Dam, Philae Temple & Unfinished Obelisk
High Dam – Marvel at this modern engineering masterpiece, which controls the Nile, provides electricity, and irrigates millions of acres. Enjoy panoramic views of Lake Nasser.
Temple of Philae – Accessible only by boat, this beautifully restored temple on Agilkia Island is dedicated to Isis, goddess of love and magic. Its elegant columns, serene sanctuaries, and lakeside location make it a true Aswan gem.
Unfinished Obelisk – See the largest obelisk ever attempted, still lying in situ, offering a rare insight into ancient Egyptian stone-working techniques.
Return to the cruise for lunch on board. Afternoon at leisure or enjoy an optional felucca ride on the Nile.
Optional Nubian Village Visit
Explore the vibrant world of the Nubians in a traditional village along the Nile. See colorful mud-brick homes, meet friendly locals, and experience Nubian music, crafts, and customs—a culturally enriching journey.
Dinner and overnight on board in Aswan.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Breakfast & Disembarkation in Aswan.
Optional Abu Simbel Excursion
Depart early by car or flight (additional cost) to visit the awe-inspiring temples of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari. Carved directly into sandstone cliffs overlooking Lake Nasser, these monumental temples were relocated in a remarkable UNESCO project, standing as timeless symbols of ancient Egyptian grandeur and ingenuity.
Meals Included: Breakfast
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