Sonesta Star Goddess Nile Cruise
At a glance
- Length
- 4 days · 3 nights
- Embarks
- Wed, Sat
- Board
- Full Board
- Class
- 5-star
The short answer
Sonesta Star Goddess Nile Cruise is a five-star Nile cruise vessel arranged by Discovery Tours Egypt.
Background
The facts
Sonesta Star Goddess is a five-star Nile cruise vessel that sails between Luxor and Aswan on the Nile River in Upper Egypt. Embarkation and disembarkation are handled in Luxor and Aswan, with the ship’s programme alternating sailing time and guided shore excursions rather than continuous overland travel.
The vessel’s excursion programme typically includes Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, Edfu Temple of Horus, Kom Ombo Temple, Philae Temple, and the Valley of the Kings. These are among the best-known monuments of New Kingdom and Ptolemaic Egypt; for example, Karnak developed over many centuries beginning in the Middle Kingdom, while the Valley of the Kings contains royal tombs from the 18th to 20th Dynasties.
Cabins are arranged as suites with panoramic windows and private Nile-view balconies, and the ship also features a sun deck, lounge bar, dining room, and pool for time spent while sailing between temple stops. Meals are provided on a full-board basis from embarkation lunch through disembarkation breakfast, while drinks beyond water are usually extra.
Discovery Tours Egypt arranges the cruise for travellers who want a guided Upper Egypt river journey with a fixed onboard programme and hotel-style accommodation on the Nile. Weekly sailings in both directions between Luxor and Aswan make it suitable for either routing, depending on the wider Egypt itinerary.
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Is this for you?
Yes, if
- This cruise suits travellers who want a comfortable, guided way to see Upper Egypt’s major monuments without changing hotels every night. It is a good fit for couples, solo travellers, and small groups who prefer a slower pace, onboard dining, and private cabin space with a Nile-view balcony.
What lingers
- 01 Spacious suites with private Nile-view balconies and panoramic windows
- 02 Sun deck with loungers and a pool for daytime relaxation
- 03 Lounge bar and indoor seating for evening socialising
- 04 Onboard dining room serving full board meals from embarkation lunch through disembarkation breakfast
- 05 Shore-excursion programme visiting Karnak, Luxor Temple, Edfu (Temple of Horus), Kom Ombo, Philae and the Valley of the Kings
- 06 Weekly sailings in both directions between Luxor and Aswan
The route
Luxor and Aswan
- EdfuThe Temple of Horus
- Kom OmboThe Temple of Sobek
Choose your direction
- Luxor → Aswan4 nightsupstream, against the current
- Aswan → Luxor3 nightsdownstream, with the current
- Round-trip7 nightsreturn to Luxor or Aswan
At sea
Detailed itinerary
Based on embarkation from Aswan and disembarkation in Luxor.
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Cabin pricing
Pricing & seasonal rates
Per person in USD, based on cabin sharing. Single supplements apply. Holiday surcharges apply at Christmas, New Year & Easter.
4 Days / 3 Nights · Aswan to Luxor
| Cabin | Jan to April | May to August |
|---|---|---|
| Double Cabin | $1,900 | $1,900 |
| Single Cabin | $3,200 | $3,200 |
5 Days / 4 Nights · Luxor to Aswan
| Cabin | Jan to April | May to August |
|---|---|---|
| Double Cabin | $2,380 | $2,380 |
| Single Cabin | $4,100 | $4,100 |
8 Days / 7 Nights · Luxor to Aswan to Luxor
| Cabin | Jan to April | May to August |
|---|---|---|
| Double Cabin | $3,800 | $3,800 |
| Single Cabin | $6,770 | $6,770 |
Children 0–5.99 years free · 6–11.99 years pay 50% · 12+ pay full adult price. Children must share a cabin with parents (max 2 per cabin).
Indicative rates only – pricing and cabins fluctuate. Please enquire for live rates on your specific dates.
The fine print
What's included – and what isn't
Included
- ✓ 3/4/ or 7 nights’ Deluxe accommodation on full board basis
- ✓ Accommodation onboard Sonesta Sun Goddess Nile Cruise Luxury (full board)
- ✓ All sightseeing tours with an English-speaking Egyptologist guide
- ✓ Meet & assist service upon arrival & departure
- ✓ All airport and port transfers in air-conditioned vehicles
- ✓ Entrance fees to all listed attractions
- ✓ Complimentary bottle of water per person per day
- ✓ All service charges & taxes
- ✓ Small group tours (maximum 8 participants)
Not included
- ✘ Any additional meals and beverages not specified in the itinerary.
- ✘ Personal expenses, including laundry, minibar, and spa treatments.
- ✘ Tipping for guides, drivers, and cruise staff (optional but recommended).
- ✘ Travel insurance (strongly recommended).
- ✘ Visa fees and international airfare.
Before you go
What to pack & wear
Children & families
Children 0–5.99 years travel free; 6–11.99 years pay 50%; 12+ pay the full adult price. Children must share a cabin with their parents (maximum one child per cabin). Two or more children require their own cabin.
Location
On the map
If plans change
Cancellation
- More than 30 days
- Full refund less a £50 admin fee
- 15–30 days
- 50% refund
- Within 14 days
- No refund – date changes considered case by case
Last updated 18 May 2026 Product ID: CRU-NIL-884217
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