Overview
Sailing between Luxor and Aswan, calling at Edfu and Kom Ombo over 4 Days / 5 Days / 8 Days, Sonesta St. George I Nile Cruise is a motor cruiser — cabins run full board and the sightseeing calls follow a fixed, published programme. Sonesta St. George I 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 onboard internet access, a sauna and a gym. The route calls at Karnak, Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut Temple, with an Egyptologist guiding the temple visits. From $1,500. 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 St. George I
- Official name: Sonesta St. George I
- Operator: Sonesta
- Cabins: 57
- Route: Luxor / Edfu / Kom Ombo / Aswan
- Itinerary lengths: 4 Days / 5 Days / 8 Days
- Departures: Every Monday from Luxor & Friday from Aswan
- Tour type: Small Group Tour
Cabin types
- Deluxe cabin — 47 cabins
- Presidential Suite — 9 suites
- Royal Suite — 1 suite
On-board facilities
- Main dining room, sun deck bar, lounge, panoramic lounge, piano bar
- Nightly entertainment
- Sun deck
- Oversize pool with shallow water extension and Jacuzzi
- Spa & wellness center with gym, massage services, sauna and steam bath
- Daily guided sightseeing excursions
- Dry cleaning service
- Plasma screen TV, equipped with the latest technology and featuring a live sailing channel
- Double-glass panoramic french windows that open to bring in fresh breezes from the Nile
- Internet access
- Direct-dial telephone
- Individual climate control
- Electronic door locks
- Mini-bar
- Safe
- Hair dryer
- Bathrooms equipped with spa unit; including steam bath, Jacuzzi and water massage
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Embarkation in Luxor
Arrival and embarkation in Luxor aboard Sonesta St. George I. Settle into your cabin and meet the crew before an afternoon visit to Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple on the East Bank.
Day 2: Luxor West Bank
Morning visit to the West Bank: the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon. The ship then sails south through the Esna Lock towards Edfu.
Day 3: Edfu and Kom Ombo
Morning stop in Edfu to visit the well-preserved Temple of Horus, traditionally reached from the riverbank by horse-drawn carriage. Continue to Kom Ombo for the unusual double temple of the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon god Haroeris, then sail on to Aswan.
Day 4: Aswan and disembarkation
Full day of sightseeing in Aswan: the High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk and Philae Temple, reached by motorboat. Time permitting, enjoy an optional felucca sail around Aswan's islands. Disembarkation after breakfast, with your onward transfer arranged according to your travel plans.
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 | Double Cabin | $1,500 |
| 3 Nights 4 Days | May to August | Single Cabin | $2,400 |
| 3 Nights 4 Days | September to April | Double Cabin | $1,960 |
| 3 Nights 4 Days | September to April | Single Cabin | $3,130 |
| 4 Nights 5 Days | May to August | Double Cabin | $1,900 |
| 4 Nights 5 Days | May to August | Single Cabin | $2,800 |
| 4 Nights 5 Days | September to April | Double Cabin | $2,480 |
| 4 Nights 5 Days | September to April | Single Cabin | $4,000 |
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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