Sonesta Moon Goddess Nile Cruise 5 Days From Luxor 2025/2026

Saturday - Check-in

Check-in for Nile Cruise

Our agent will greet you at the Luxor Airport/train station with a placard reading "Egypt United Tours." You can take advantage of our well-managed pick-up service.

All relevant arrival formalities will be handled by our knowledgeable consultant. In a private A/C modern vehicle operated by a skilled and courteous driver, your bags will be transported to the 5* Nile Cruise in luxury.

You can relax on the Cruise Board and have a great lunch after completing your Nile Cruise Check-in at 12 p.m.

After lunch, join the rest of your tour group on a trip to Luxor's East Bank to see the magnificent Luxor Temple and the colossal Karnak Temple complex, two of the world's most important ancient ruins. This was originally a temple-filled metropolis that grew over a 2000-year period.

Return to the ship for afternoon tea and a spectacular Folkloric Show after your tour. Dinner is served in the evening. The rest of the evening is yours to enjoy after that.

Sunday - Luxor West Bank Tour and Cruise to Esna

City of Luxor

First and foremost, while taking in the fresh Nile winds on a gorgeous morning, enjoy a delicious breakfast aboard the cruise ship. In an air-conditioned private vehicle, your Egyptologist transports you to Luxor's west bank. It is the pharaohs' afterlife world, according to Egyptian beliefs, where they wander the pharaonic subterranean tunnels that lead to the Valley of the Kings as would-be gods.

Then a majestic temple appears in the heart of a mountain. Hatshepsut Temple is a tribute to Hatshepsut's zealous reign over Egypt as a great queen. On your way back to the boat, The Colossi of Memnon, two pharaonic giants, appear miraculously.

You'll then be treated to a sumptuous supper before boarding the cruise ship and travelling through Esna Lock.

While sailing to Edfu, enjoy afternoon tea and beverages in the lounge.

Finally, unwind with a delicious lunch aboard your cruise ship off the coast of Edfu.

Monday - Edfu Temple and Kom Ombo Temple Excursions

Sailing Nile Cruise

Firstly, this day excursion begins with a thrilling adventure. First and foremost, savor your cruise ship breakfast. Your Egyptologist will next take you on a horse-drawn carriage excursion to Horus's home, Edfu Temple. The temple looks to have been recently finished, as it is in excellent condition.

Then, Examine the brightly colored decorations illustrating important historical events. Your Egyptologist will next take you to your Nile Cruise, where you will conclude your wonderful adventure to Kom Ombo Temple.

After that, Enjoy floating in the middle of the Nile while green meadows adorn the Nile River Valley. While sailing to Aswan, take advantage of your cruise's gourmet lunch and afternoon tea.

Finally, spend the night on a cruise ship at Aswan, Egypt, complete with a Galabia celebration and a delectable brunch. It is possible to take a free walking tour of Aswan's streets and the spicy open-air market, which will enchant you with its unique ambiance. On your cruise, dinner will be served.

Tuesday - Arrive Aswan City

Day Tour of Aswan

Begin your day trip in Aswan's enchanting ambiance and breathtaking natural surroundings. Following a sumptuous breakfast on board your Nile Cruise, your Egyptologist will take you to The High Dam, a massive undertaking that is regarded as one of the twentieth century's greatest mysteries. Nasser Lake, the world's largest artificial lake, may be seen there.

After that, you and Osiris will travel to Isis's residence at the Philae Temple. Before boarding a water taxi to the temple, your Egyptologist will bring you to Philae Temple, where you will meet the Nubians for the first time.

Then, on your Nile Cruise board, unwind and enjoy your meal.

The Aga Khan Mausoleum, a magnificent Fatimid edifice, is reached after a leisurely sailing cruise via tropical fruit trees, rare flowers, and old trees with gorgeous birds on Kitchener Island.

Finally, spend the night at Aswan after a pleasant night and dinner on your cruise ship.

Wednesday - Departure day

Check out

On the Nile Cruise, start the day with a fantastic breakfast. The checkout process is now complete.

For a domestic flight, our agent will transport you to Aswan train station or Aswan airport. You can fly internationally from Aswan International Airport, and we'd be pleased to assist you with any travel arrangements.