Overview

Sonesta Nile Goddess – Enjoy Your Trip in Comfort at one of the advantages of using a cruise ship as your base when you explore the wonders of Ancient Egypt is that you take your comfort with you wherever you go.
Designed to ensure that passengers enjoy an amazing cruise experience, the ship is packed with features that mean your journey will be remembered for all the right reasons.
Plenty of Facilities Available to Passengers
Well-appointed, spacious living accommodation comes as standard aboard the Nile Goddess. Cabins can be interconnected if required; outward facing cabins allow passengers to enjoy the scenery of a country which in many respects has changed little since the time of the Pharaohs. Passengers can choose to enjoy the extensive menu available in the restaurant or enjoy more informal dining in the lounge during the day.
Sonesta Nile Goddess Has Some Great Entertainment Opportunities
Between excursions, it is always nice to enjoy some quality time on board. On deck, the open-air swimming pool is a great place to relax, as well as the perfect location to benefit from some exercise. An on-board disco, entertainment program, health & well-being spa and even a gym ensures that you are never short of things to do. Besides, there is a full itinerary of trips to places of interest along the way, enabling you to experience the best that Egypt has to offer.
Beautiful Cruising on the Sonesta Nile Goddess
Ideal for couples or family groups, the Nile Goddess offers a fantastic opportunity to combine sight-seeing with entertainment, relaxation and all the comfort you would expect from a premium hotel. The ship is staffed by a dedicated team who is committed to making your stay as comfortable as possible. To book, or find out more about the Nile Goddess,

Trip Highlights

Karnak temples
the Hypostyle Hall
Hatshepsut obelisk
Nile cruise ship.
Nile Goddess Cruise
Hot Air Balloon ride
Valley of Kings
tomb of King TUTANKHAMUN
Hatshepsut Temple
Sailing towards Kom Ombo
Abu Simbel temple
Philae Temple and Isis Island
Felucca Nile boat

Day 01 :

WELCOME TO LUXOR AND EAST BANK VISIT.

Upon arrival at the Luxor airport or your stay, guests will be greeted by our professional Nile Cruisers team and escorted by a licensed tour guide to begin sightseeing Luxor.
During the first portion of a guided tour, guests will experience the East Bank of Luxor, including the complex of Karnak temples, the Hypostyle Hall, and Hatshepsut obelisk.
Afterwards, guests will transfer for embarkation to the Nile Cruise vessel.
Lunch will then be served on board with a delicious selection of vegetarian and international cuisine.
Later, guests will have the afternoon to explore the city of Luxor at their leisure.
In the evening, guests will embark on the second portion of their guided tour through the magnificent temple of Luxor during sunset.
After sunset, guests will then return to the Nile Cruise.
Dinner and overnight stay will be on board the Nile Cruise vessel in Luxor.

Day 02 :

LUXOR WEST BANK, TOMB OF TUTANKHAMUN, AND SAILING TO ASWAN

We start Day 2 with a delicious breakfast on the Nile Cruise ship. (For the early birds, there is an opportunity for an optional Hot Air Balloon ride. Note, this optional activity is an additional cost.)
The tour will then continue to the West Bank of Luxor and include visits to the majestic Valley of Kings and three royal tombs.
During this once in a lifetime experience, guests will enter the tomb of King TUTANKHAMUN himself, seeing the mummy, the coffin, and his sarcophagus.
Following that, we will visit the Hatshepsut Temple at Deir el-Bahari and the two grand colossi of Memnon.
Guests will then return to the Nile Cruise vessel for a delicious lunch.
After lunch we set sail towards Aswan as guests enjoy afternoon tea and beautiful views along the Nile Valley.
Upon arrival in Esna along our journey, guests will experience our vessel crossing the lock to a higher level of water—providing the most stunning views of the Nile during your trip.
As the day comes to a close, dinner and overnight stay will be on board the Nile Cruise vessel in Edfu.

Day 03 :

KOM OMBO TEMPLE VISIT AND SAILING THE NILE TO ASWAN.

Day 3 begins with a delicious breakfast on board the Nile Cruise vessel.
Guests will then enjoy sailing towards Kom Ombo, taking in the beautiful views of the Nile Valley.
Lunch will be served on board while sailing towards the day’s first stop, Kom Ombo.
Upon arrival in Kom Ombo, guests will embark on a 10-minute walk to visit the ancient Kom Ombo temple dedicated to the gods Sobek and Haroeris, an extraordinary historical site that gives you a glimpse into the rich culture of ancient Egypt.
Guests will then return to the Nile Cruise vessel and continue sailing towards Aswan, enjoying afternoon tea on the sun deck.
Finally, dinner and overnight stay will be on board the Nile Cruise vessel in Aswan.

Day 04 :

ASWAN HIGHLIGHTS AND FELUCCA SAILING.

Day 4 begins with another delicious breakfast on board the Nile Cruise vessel in Aswan. (For the early birds, there is an opportunity for an optional tour of the Abu Simbel temple during this time. Note, this optional tour is an additional cost and comes with a breakfast box. The temple may also be visited on Day 5).
Guests will then embark on a tour of Aswan, including visits to the temple of Philae, Isis Island, the Unfinished Obelisk, and the quarry of granite.
Guests will then return to the Nile Cruise vessel for lunch.
In the afternoon, guests will sail on a traditional Felucca boat around the Nile Valley, a transportation first used in the 16th century. (Sailing will be subject to weather conditions).
Finally, dinner and overnight stay will be on board the Nile Cruise vessel in Aswan.

Day 05 :

DEPARTURE FROM ASWAN

Guests will begin their final day with breakfast on board the Nile Cruise vessel in Aswan.
They will then be assisted with disembarkation from the cruise.
At the appropriate time, guests will be transferred to either their airport or hotel in Aswan, leaving with fond memories of their Nile Cruise experience.