Sonesta St. George Nile Cruise

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Overview

Step aboard the Sonesta St. George Nile Cruise and experience a voyage of timeless elegance along the Nile. This 5-star luxury vessel, launched in 2006, combines classic French décor with modern sophistication, creating an atmosphere of refined comfort. The ship features all-suite accommodations, including 47 deluxe cabins, 9 Presidential Suites, and 1 Royal Suite, each designed with exquisite finishes and panoramic windows that frame the Nile’s serene beauty. Guests can enjoy a range of premium facilities such as a full-service spa, fitness center, fine dining restaurant, and stylish lounges. As you sail between Luxor and Aswan, explore Egypt’s most celebrated landmarks—Karnak and Luxor Temples, the Valley of the Kings, Queen Hatshepsut’s Temple, the Colossi of Memnon, Edfu and Kom Ombo Temples, the Unfinished Obelisk, Philae Temple, and the High Dam. Every moment aboard promises a seamless blend of luxury, culture, and discovery.

Included

Meet and assist upon arrival and departure at the airport or railway station
Accommodation on board the Sonesta St. George Nile Cruise on a full-board basis
Professional tour guide fluent in English, Portuguese, German, or Spanish
All sightseeing tours conducted as private guided excursions
Entrance fees to all sites mentioned in the itinerary
Bottled water provided during excursions
All transfers in a private air-conditioned deluxe vehicle
All applicable service charges and taxes

Excluded

Optional excursions not listed in the itinerary
Personal expenses
Tipping

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Day 1: Monday – Treasures of Luxor’s East Bank

Board the Sonesta St. George Nile Cruise before lunch and settle into your suite. After lunch, embark on an afternoon tour of Luxor’s East Bank, visiting the awe-inspiring Karnak Temple and the majestic Luxor Temple. Return to the ship for afternoon tea, followed by dinner and a captivating belly dance performance.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Overnight: Luxor
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Day 2: Tuesday – Royal Tombs and Sailing to Esna

After breakfast, cross to the West Bank to explore the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon. Return to the ship for lunch as it sails toward Esna. Enjoy afternoon tea and attend the Captain’s cocktail reception in the evening.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Overnight: Onboard
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Day 3: Wednesday – Temples of Edfu and Kom Ombo

In the morning, visit the Temple of Horus in Edfu, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt. Continue sailing to Kom Ombo and explore its unique double temple dedicated to Sobek and Horus the Elder. Return to the ship for dinner and enjoy the festive Galabeya Party onboard.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Overnight: Onboard
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Day 4: Thursday – Discovering Aswan’s Heritage

Arrive in Aswan early and enjoy breakfast before visiting the High Dam, the Philae Temple, and the lush Botanical Gardens on Kitchener’s Island. Return to the cruise for lunch and afternoon tea on the sundeck. The evening concludes with dinner and a Nubian folklore show.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Overnight: Aswan
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Day 5: Friday – Farewell and Disembarkation

Enjoy your final breakfast onboard before disembarking in Aswan. Guests with additional time may choose an optional excursion to the magnificent Abu Simbel Temples, one of Egypt’s most iconic ancient sites.

Meals: Breakfast

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