Explore this Best 7 Nights Sonesta St. George Nile Cruise Itinerary From Luxor To Aswan.
While enormous pharaonic temples and exquisite tombs glisten, the Sonesta St. George Nile Cruise itinerary includes tranquil cruising in the center of the Nile on board this excellent Nile Cruise, the Sonesta St. George. They’ll whisk you away to ancient Egypt, along with all of its wonders and secrets, as well as your very own Egyptologist. An expert Egyptologist will unearth the secrets of the pharaohs on our Sonesta St. George Nile Cruise. You will be able to see the majority of the great Egypt sites from Luxor to Aswan and witness all of the complexities in the heart of ancient Egypt because you will find a point that will lead you to another event in ancient Egypt history.
You’ll journey from the daily lives of the pharaohs to the mystery of their afterlife world and its secrets. Enjoy a delightful tour of old Egypt in an air-conditioned private vehicle during our 7-night Sonesta St. George Nile Cruise itinerary.
Trip Summary
| Tour Starts: | Luxor |
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| Tour Ends: | Luxor |
| Trip Duration: | 8 Days / 7 Nights |
| Accommodation: | 5 Stars Luxury |
| Tour Category: | Nile Cruise Tours |
| Trip Theme: | Egypt Nile Tours |
| Cities to Visit: | Luxor - Aswan |
| Tour Difficulty: | Easy |
| Available for Handicap: | Yes |
| Group Size: | 4 to 10 persons |
| Style: | Style - Comfort - Educational - Cultural |
| Nile Cruise: | Sonesta St. George Nile Cruise , |
Itinerary
- Day 1
Monday - Check in
A Visit to the Temples of Karnak and Luxor
Theba will welcome you to the ancient Egyptian monarchy. In this ancient Egyptian metropolis, majestic pharaonic architecture and glittering treasures abound. At Luxor Airport or Luxor Train Station, an Egypt United Tours representative will greet you (depending on your preference). He's holding a sign that says your name. This individual handles all of the paperwork and chauffeurs you and your belongings in style in a private air-conditioned vehicle.
Relax as your friendly driver whisks you away to the Sonesta St George Cruise. When you arrive, sit back and relax; your agent will take care of the rest. On your Nile Cruise, your wonderful lunch will be provided at 1:00 p.m. Enjoy the pure air of the Nile and the stunning sites of Luxor.
Your own Egyptologist will pick you up at 02.30 p.m. and take you to a beautiful pharaonic religious complex that houses Egypt's most important ancient temple. You cross this wall built by ancient Egyptians to be in a complete religious record for the pharaohs at this well-preserved pharaonic metropolis. The stunning Karnak Temple will welcome you.
Meanwhile, the Luxor Temple is steeped in pharaonic history and served as a safe haven for emperors such as Amenhotep III.
In your own vehicle, your Egyptologist will transport you back to your Sonesta St. Geogre Cruise. At 05:30 p.m., take a leisurely stroll along the Nile while sipping tea.
At 7:30 p.m., join your Nile Cruise board for an Egyptian celebration. After that, have a great meal at 8:00 p.m.
Finally, your Nile Cruise evening will be made more enjoyable with music and a relaxing stay in your cabin.
- Day 2
Tuesday - Sailing To Edfu
Valley of The Kings & Sailing to Edfu
you'll be treated to a stunning vista of the Nile. Enjoy a great breakfast on your Nile Cruise. Your Egyptologist will then take you to the pharaohs' legendary afterlife. You find yourself in a world where pharaohs are revered as gods (according to their beliefs).
Your private car will take you through the Necropolis of Thebes' secret tunnels for pharaohs until you arrive at the Valley of the Kings' most magnificent royal tombs.
We return to the Nile Trip for a spectacular Nile trip through the Nile's heart, arriving at Edfu around 12 p.m.
At 1:00 p.m., sit on the Nile's banks and enjoy your delicious supper while watching the farmers arrive. On your Nile cruise, enjoy tea and a cocktail party. Then, about 8:00 p.m., have a leisurely meal on the Nile's coast before landing in Edfu.
- Day 3
Wednesday - Sailing To Kom Ombo
Kom Ombo Temple Visit
a delectable breakfast awaits you on Sonesta St George Cruise board. At 10:00 a.m., the tranquil drive to Kom Ombo begins. You will visit the ancient Egyptian god Sobek's residence, much as the ancient Egyptians did. Have lunch at 1:00 p.m. while watching the sailing.
Then, around 4:00 p.m., depart from this well-known pharaonic site to view Kom Ombo Temple, a magnificent pharaonic temple.
At 05.30 p.m., the journey to this lovely city of Aswan begins. In a stimulating environment, each sailing step pulls you forward. While travelling to Aswan, enjoy a cup of tea. A magnificent dinner is served at a Galabeya Party.
You'll spend the night in Aswan as part of your Nile Cruise.
- Day 4
Thursday - Abu Simbel Temples - Optional
Abu Simbel Temple- Kitchener's Island- Agha Khan
wake up at 04.30 a.m. to a delicious snacks breakfast provided by your Nile Cruise in preparation for a visit to this hallowed location for the pharaohs, which includes a spectacular sunrise vista. Two gigantic pharaonic sculptures greet you as you approach the mountain's stunning pharaonic temple. It's the Abu Simbel Temple.
Inside Abu Simbel Temple, colossal Ramses II statues stand proudly among exquisite pharaonic décor for you to wander through. It's one of the enigmas of Pharaonic architecture.
After that, you and your private Egyptologist will return to Sonesta St George Nile Cruise for lunch at 1:00 p.m. in your private air-conditioned car.
You'll have the chance to see Aswan's spectacular natural splendor around 3:30 p.m. You float among beautiful flowers, tropical trees, fruits, and chattering birds on Kitchener's Island. Then there's Agha Khan, who is recognized for his beautiful Fatimid architecture.
Return for tea and leisure at 05.30 p.m. Then be ready to board the ship at 07.30 p.m. for this spectacular Nubian Shows event.
Following that, have a delectable supper before returning to your Aswan cruise ship.
- Day 5
Friday - Aswan Tour
Aswan High Dam- Nasser Lake- Unfinished Obelisk- Philae Temple
On Wednesday, the day begins with a fantastic breakfast. The mystery of the Aswan High Dam in the twentieth century is followed by the splendour of Nasser Lake, the world's largest manmade lake.
Your Egyptologist will then drive you to a pharaonic Granite Quarry, where you can witness the world's highest Obelisk, which is still visible with the pharaohs' lines, showing the Unfinished Obelisk, one of the pharaonic architecture mysteries.
Your Egyptologist then takes you on an astonishing journey along the Nile's heart, sailing to Isis' house, the Philae Temple, past the ancient Egyptian god Osiris. You take a water taxi from Philae port, where you encounter Nubians for the first time, to this magnificent pharaonic temple in the middle of the Nile, which resembles a piece of jewellery.
After that, your Egyptologist chauffeurs you in elegance to Sonesta St George Nile Cruise for a relaxing journey to Kom Ombo at 12 p.m. Your delectable meal will be ready for you to enjoy while sailing at 12.30 p.m.
The magnificent sailing continues to Edfu. While listening to relaxing music, enjoy your Dinner and the gorgeous night.
- Day 6
Saturday - Sailing Back To Luxor
Edfu Temple Tour
Eat your breakfast and prepare for a wonderful horse-drawn carriage ride to Edfu Temple with your Egyptologist.
You can roam around the place where Horus killed Set, the evil god, when you arrive at this temple. The pharaohs carved great events into the walls of Edfu Temple. Edfu Temple is the best-preserved temple in ancient Egypt. It allows you to see the temples as they were when the Egyptians first started building them.
You return to your Nile Sail at 11 a.m. for a cruise to Luxor. Enjoy a great meal while sailing and a passage through Esna Lock at 1:00 a.m.
Then take a free tour of Luxor's streets and bazaars with your Egyptologist by your side. Return to your Sonesta St George Nile Cruise for dinner at 8:00 p.m. The Luxor Cruise Board provided beautiful music and a wonderful vacation.
- Day 7
Sunday - West Luxor Tour
Temple of Hatshepsut- Deir El Medina- Valley of The Nobles- Colossi of Memnon
Breakfast is served on the cruise ship, Theban Necropolis in west Luxor is where you start your day. Your car will transport you and your Egyptologist to the Nile's west bank, where you will enter the enchanted domain of the afterlife.
The mountain's summit has been transformed into a stunning temple. It depicts the narrative of Queen Hatshepsut, a powerful and intelligent Egyptian queen who ruled ancient Egypt.
Then it's off to the Valley of the Nobles for a glimpse into the daily lives of the pharaohs, complete with vivid, realistic decorations created by ancient Egyptians.
Then you embark on a journey through mankind's city, complete with stately temples, breathtaking tombs, dazzling wealth, and magnificent treasures crafted by their own hands. Pharaonic habitations, complete with ordinary implements In ancient Egypt, there exist streets that haven't changed in thousands of years. So you've landed at the pharaonic city of an ancient Egyptian craftsman. Deir El Medina is the name of the city.
We return to your Sonesta St George Nile Cruise for lunch and a relaxation hour around 1:00 p.m. At 4 p.m., two pharaonic giants known as the Colossi of Memnon will be revealed. On Luxor's west bank, the beauty of the sunset can be observed, marking the beginning of the pharaohs' journey to immortality and resurrection with their pharaonic guardians. Return to your Nile Cruise at 5.30 p.m. for a relaxing time with a cup of tea.
At 8:00 p.m., enjoy your Dinner and a peaceful overnight at your Nile Cruise board.
- Day 8
Monday - Check out
The Last Day Of Sonesta St. George Nile Cruise Itinerary
Breakfast will be provided in the fresh Nile atmosphere on the Cruise board at 7:00 a.m. At 8:00 a.m., your representative completes your check-out procedures. The next visit is the Hapu Temple, the most important temple built during Ramses III's reign.
After that, your personal air-conditioned vehicle will transport you to Luxor airport/train station (as per your choice). Finally, your representative greets you and completes the necessary documentation, allowing you to depart Luxor in style following an unforgettable stay.
Inclusions
Sonesta St George Nile cruise 8 Days from Luxor itinerary Includes:
- Expert pick-up service and assistance at Luxor Airport/ train station.
- 2 comfortable transfers from/to Luxor train station/ Luxor airport via private A/C vehicle.
- A private modern air-conditioned vehicle driven by a friendly driver transfers you to all sites named in the itinerary above.
- 7 Nights accommodation onboard of Sonesta St. George 5* Luxury Nile Cruise (Luxor to Aswan) ( (Aswan to Luxor ) with full-board (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
- An Egyptologist fluent English speaking tour guide accompanies you to all tour the sites above itinerary.
- Service Charges & all taxes.
- 7 Dinner meals, 7 Lunch Meals, and 7 breakfast meals.
Exclusions
Sonesta St George Nile cruise 8 Days from Luxor itinerary Excludes:
- Entry visa to Egypt.
- Entrance fees for all landmarks named in the itinerary.
- Personal needs, including calls and internet usage.
- All optional tours are not unnamed in the above itinerary.
- Tipping and Gratuities.
Tour Attractions and Highlights
Package Price
Start from $2175$2385 / Person
The above rate is US Dollars per person in twin sharing.
The rate is based on the Summer season from 1st June to 31st August.
5$ reduction per person per night for triple sharing.
Single supplement is 50% over the above rate.
An extra supplement of 30% extra is applicable for travel between 1st Sep to 31st May except for peak periods.
During peak periods of Christmas and New Year from 20th Dec to 10th Jan the supplement increases to 50%.
Rates Policy for Children
- 0 - 1.99 Years are Free of Charge
- 2 - 5.99 Years get a 75% discount from adult tour rates.
- 6 - 11.99 Years get a 50% discount from adult tour rates.
- 12+ Considered an adult person
Notice
- Our Rates policy for children above is applicable to children sharing rooms with their parents with a Maximum of 2 children per room.
- In case your tour to Egypt includes domestic air flights, an additional charge may apply for children according to the flight ticket rate.
Important Notes
- On arrival Please look for our Airport Team will be holding a sign with your name on arrival.
- We use modern A/C touristic vehicles, however, we won't guarantee the same vehicle every day as we change it from one city to another.
- In Egypt, drivers are not tour guides and we select the most professional drivers for your trip.
- We only use licensed tour guides "Egyptologists" to grant a good experience for your trip.
- Our tour guides will join you in the vehicle and will escort you to all sites as mentioned above.
- We use a local tour guide in each city and we don't accommodate tour guides at the same hotel or cruise you stay.
- We follow up daily with all travelers 24/7 to ensure our client's health and safety.
Egypt United Tours Safety Precautions During Covid 19
- For your safety, our Team is following the covid precaution, and our staff is checked daily for negative covid PCR tests.
- Egyptian Authorities might check travelers’ body temperature upon arrival and departure.
- Regular daily sanitizing at all accommodations.
- Complementary face-mask daily for all travelers.
- For Accommodation, we deal only the licensed hotels, Nile Cruises, and tourism resorts that meet the International health regulation.
- We ensure to keep social distance during all our tours.
- We provide hand-free sanitizer for your use with all our staff.
- Taking The necessary action immediately for travelers and team in case of any symptoms appears.
Recommended Things To Pack For Your Egypt Trip
- Hand Sanitizer - Comfortable walking shoes – a hat – camera or good mobile – sunscreen cream – sunglasses.
- If you plan your trip to Egypt in winter from November till March, a Jacket and warm clothes are advisable, the rest of the year comfortable cotton summer clothes are OK.
- A six-month valid passport and make sure to keep a printable scan copy.
- A small bag to keep your personal belongings for daily use.
- Make sure to print your trip itinerary to follow with our tour guides.
Egypt Trip Essential Info Before You Go
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Egypt United Tours Payment Policy
We highly recommend early reservations to guarantee and book preferred selected accommodation. During normal season we require a 50% deposit of the full package rate minimum one month prior to your trip starting to secure and guarantee tour space.
On High Seasons, Christmas, New Year, and Easter holidays, In addition, the packages that include airfare we require a 75% deposit minimum 2 Months before the tour starts.
Tour Deposit could be made by Bank Transfer to our company bank account or Credit Card.
Balance payment should be received a minimum of 15 days before your arrival in Egypt.
Tour Tipping
It’s not obligatory to tip every person giving you a service here in Egypt it's now part of Egyptian culture for appreciating your satisfaction with a good service.
Giving and Charities
We make a donation to the Egyptian Thalassemia Association ETA for every reservation.
