Ultra Luxury Sonesta Star Goddess Nile Cruise

Upon arriving in Aswan, your adventure begins as you meet your private Egyptologist guide who will introduce you to the rich history of this southern gem of Egypt.

Start your exploration with a visit to the Aswan High Dam, a 20th-century engineering triumph completed between 1960 and 1970. It played a pivotal role in modernizing Egypt by controlling Nile flooding and generating hydroelectric power.

Next, head to the Unfinished Obelisk, an enormous granite monument that remains in its original quarry. Commissioned by Queen Hatshepsut, it offers a fascinating glimpse into the complex techniques of ancient stone craftsmanship.

Continue to the Philae Temple, one of the most enchanting temples in Egypt, dedicated to the goddess Isis. After being threatened by the rising waters of the Nile, the temple was relocated to Agilkia Island as part of a massive UNESCO rescue project in the 1960s.

After your tour, transfer to your 5-star ultra-luxurious Nile cruise. Enjoy a relaxing lunch and dinner onboard as you settle into your luxurious cabin for the night.

Wake up to breakfast served onboard as your cruise sails gracefully along the Nile.

Today’s journey takes you to the extraordinary Kom Ombo Temple, uniquely designed with two identical sections. This rare double temple was built between 180 BC and 47 BC, and it honors two gods: Haroeris (Horus the Elder) and Sobek, the crocodile deity associated with fertility and the river.

Explore its twin sanctuaries, symmetrical halls, and reliefs that tell stories of ancient beliefs and medicinal practices. The temple’s riverside location adds to its mystical allure.

After your visit, return to the cruise for a delicious lunch followed by an afternoon of relaxation. Dinner is served onboard as the ship continues its journey toward Edfu.

Spend the night on the tranquil waters of the Nile, embraced by the stillness of the desert evening.

Begin the morning with breakfast onboard before disembarking to explore the Temple of Edfu, one of the best-preserved temples from ancient Egypt.

This monumental structure, dedicated to Horus, the falcon god, was constructed between 237 and 57 BC. Its massive pylons and inner chambers are covered with inscriptions and carvings that depict the legendary battle between Horus and his uncle Seth, the god of chaos.

Wander through its sacred courtyards and marvel at the intricate artwork that has survived centuries of history and conquest.

After the tour, return to the cruise ship and enjoy a leisurely lunch. The afternoon is yours to relax as the ship sails toward Luxor.

Enjoy your final dinner onboard and prepare for the grand finale of your Nile journey.

Enjoy your final breakfast onboard before checking out and beginning a full-day exploration of Luxor, often called the world’s greatest open-air museum.

Start at the Valley of the Kings, where Egypt’s most powerful pharaohs, including Tutankhamun and Ramses II, were laid to rest in richly decorated tombs carved deep into the Theban cliffs.

Next, visit the Temple of Hatshepsut, an architectural marvel built in 1479 BC to honor one of Egypt’s most influential female rulers. The temple is nestled into the cliffs of Deir El-Bahari and dedicated to both Hatshepsut and the sun god Amun Ra.

Afterward, enjoy lunch near the West Bank before continuing to the towering Colossi of Memnon, two seated statues of Amenhotep III that have watched over Luxor since 1350 BC.

Conclude your journey with a visit to the monumental Karnak Temple, an enormous religious complex that developed over 2,000 years and served as the spiritual center for the Theban triad.

At the end of this remarkable day, you’ll be transferred to your preferred location in Luxor, marking the close of your unforgettable Nile River cruise experience.

• Arrive in Luxor and meet your private Egyptologist guide.
• Visit the grand Karnak Temple, Egypt’s largest temple complex with the famous Avenue of Sphinxes.
• Check in to your all-suite luxury cruise, the Sonesta Star Goddess, offering panoramic suites and five-star amenities.
• Enjoy a gourmet lunch onboard prepared by world-class chefs.
• In the evening, explore the illuminated Luxor Temple, steeped in divine and royal history.
• Return to the ship for a fine dining dinner experience and overnight in Luxor.

• Begin your day with an à la carte breakfast on the sun deck.
• Enjoy a full day of elegant cruising toward Edfu.
• Indulge in spa services, soak in the pool, or relax in your suite with Nile views.
• Savor a handcrafted lunch and a themed gourmet dinner onboard.
• Overnight docked near Edfu.

• After breakfast, take a horse-drawn carriage to the Temple of Horus in Edfu.
• Explore one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt, with dramatic reliefs of the Horus vs. Seth legend.
• Return to the ship for a leisurely lunch.
• Cruise through timeless Nile landscapes en route to Aswan.
• Enjoy sunset cocktails and dinner under the stars.
• Overnight onboard in Aswan.

• Visit the monumental Aswan High Dam, a 20th-century engineering marvel.
• Tour the Unfinished Obelisk, showcasing ancient stonemasonry techniques.
• Explore the beautiful island-set Philae Temple, dedicated to goddess Isis.
• Return to the cruise for a decadent lunch and unwind with afternoon tea.
• Enjoy live entertainment and a chef’s tasting dinner menu.
• Overnight onboard in Aswan.

• Depart early morning with a luxury vehicle and breakfast box.
• Discover the awe-inspiring Abu Simbel Temples, carved by Ramses II and aligned with the sun twice a year.
• Visit both the colossal Ramses II temple and Queen Nefertari’s temple.
• Return to your floating palace for a late lunch and unwind on the sun deck.
• Dinner and overnight stay onboard in Aswan.

• Sail early toward Kom Ombo with a lavish breakfast en route.
• Tour the dual-deity Kom Ombo Temple, dedicated to Sobek and Horus the Elder.
• Learn about ancient Egyptian medicine and astronomy through temple carvings.
• Continue sailing back toward Luxor while enjoying a relaxing afternoon.
• Enjoy cocktails and canapés followed by an elegant dinner.
• Overnight onboard.

• Visit the hauntingly beautiful Valley of the Kings, home to the tombs of Tutankhamun, Seti I, and Ramses II.
• Discover the serene, terraced Temple of Hatshepsut, carved into limestone cliffs.
• Marvel at the Colossi of Memnon, towering statues with ancient legends.
• Return to the cruise for your final lunch and celebrate your journey with a farewell dinner.
• Overnight onboard in Luxor.

• Enjoy your final breakfast onboard the Sonesta Star Goddess.
• Check out and receive private transfer to your chosen location in Luxor.