Overview
Sonesta Moon Goddess Nile Cruise covers between Luxor and Aswan, calling at Edfu and Kom Ombo on a 4 Days / 5 Days / 8 Days itinerary aboard a motor cruiser; cabins run full board and the sightseeing calls follow a fixed, published programme. Sonesta Moon Goddess Nile Cruise departs Every Monday from Luxor & Friday from Aswan, and cabin availability for that date range is verified before confirming. The vessel's published fit-out includes a swimming pool, a sun deck and a spa area. Along the sailing, guided visits cover Karnak, Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut Temple. From $825. The final cabin allocation and any seasonal supplement are confirmed before you pay.
Why You Will Love This Trip
- Luxor and Aswan sailing options
- Edfu and Kom Ombo temple calls
- Full-board cabin accommodation
- Guided sightseeing with an Egyptologist
Ship Facts — Sonesta Moon Goddess
- Official name: Sonesta Moon Goddess
- Operator: Sonesta
- Cabins: 53
- Route: Luxor / Edfu / Kom Ombo / Aswan
- Itinerary lengths: 4 Days / 5 Days / 8 Days
- Departures: Every Monday from Luxor & Friday from Aswan
- Tour type: Private
Cabin types
- Deluxe cabin — 49 cabins with private balconies
- Presidential Suite — 4 suites with private lounge
On-board facilities
- Private balconies
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Embarkation and settling in and Karnak and Luxor temples
Board the vessel, meet the crew and review the sailing programme. Visit the East Bank temples with an Egyptologist before returning to the ship.
Day 2: Luxor West Bank and Esna and the Nile locks and Edfu Temple
Explore the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple and the Colossi of Memnon. Continue through Esna, with time for the Temple of Khnum when the programme permits. Visit the exceptionally preserved Temple of Horus at Edfu.
Day 3: Edfu Temple and Kom Ombo Temple and Aswan and Philae
Visit the exceptionally preserved Temple of Horus at Edfu. Tour the riverside double temple dedicated to Sobek and Haroeris. See Philae Temple and the principal Aswan sights included in the confirmed route.
Day 4: Aswan and Philae
See Philae Temple and the principal Aswan sights included in the confirmed route.
Day 5: Embarkation and settling in and Aswan and Philae and Abu Simbel
Board the vessel, meet the crew and review the sailing programme. See Philae Temple and the principal Aswan sights included in the confirmed route. Finish with the monumental temples of Ramses II and Nefertari at Abu Simbel.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Included
- Meet and assist for embarkation and disembarkation
- Full-board accommodation in the confirmed cabin category
- Guided sightseeing listed in the selected sailing programme
- Entrance fees for visits stated in the confirmed itinerary
- Transfers stated in the final cruise proposal
- Service charges and taxes
Excluded
- International flights and Egypt entry visa
- Drinks and personal expenses
- Tips for the crew and guide
- Optional visits not stated in the selected programme
- Holiday supplements unless included in writing
Cabin Fares by Duration and Season
Published per-person fares for the stated cabin. Availability is confirmed before payment.
| Duration | Season | Cabin | Price per person |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Nights 4 Days | May to August | Triple Cabin | $825 |
| 3 Nights 4 Days | May to August | Double Cabin | $850 |
| 3 Nights 4 Days | May to August | Single Cabin | $1,475 |
| 3 Nights 4 Days | September to April | Triple Cabin | $1,175 |
| 3 Nights 4 Days | September to April | Double Cabin | $1,200 |
| 3 Nights 4 Days | September to April | Single Cabin | $1,790 |
| 4 Nights 5 Days | May to August | Triple Cabin | $1,025 |
| 4 Nights 5 Days | May to August | Double Cabin | $1,050 |
| 4 Nights 5 Days | May to August | Single Cabin | $1,600 |
| 4 Nights 5 Days | September to April | Triple Cabin | $1,450 |
| 4 Nights 5 Days | September to April | Double Cabin | $1,475 |
| 4 Nights 5 Days | September to April | Single Cabin | $2,360 |
Pricing Information
The final price depends on travel date, availability, category and traveler count. Currency conversions are estimates updated from the central rate setting.
Children Policy
Child rates depend on age, room occupancy and the hotel or cruise policy. Send each child age for a confirmed quote.
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