Sonesta Moon Goddess

Explore Your Classic Nile Adventure at A Glance

• Duration:4-5 Days
• Availability:Tuesday
• Guided In: English
• Exclusivity: Max 12 Pax, Shared.
• Type: Classic River Sailing
• Best for: Families & Groups
• Age Range: All Ages Welcome
• Intensity: Easy, Relaxed Pace
• Best Time: October to April
• Season:2026 / 2027 Verified
• Key Spots:

  Luxor - Esna - Edfu - Kom Ombo - Aswan

  Luxor - Esna - Edfu - Kom Ombo - Aswan

Discover Moon Goddess Nile Cruise Vacation Highlights

• Board the Sonesta Moon Goddess in Aswan before lunch, aligning arrival with immediate embarkation and onboard service.
• Sail by felucca around Kitchener Island, approaching Nile scenery through traditional wind-powered navigation.
• Cover Aswan highlights in a compact route, minimizing travel between the High Dam, quarries, and Philae Temple.
• Dock at Kom Ombo and Edfu within walking distance, eliminating transfers between ship and temple entrances.
• Enter Edfu Temple via carriage approach, following the historic route instead of modern roadside access.
• Navigate Luxor’s West and East Bank in one structured sequence, reducing transit between dispersed archaeological sites.
• Disembark in Luxor with pre-arranged airport transfer, ensuring a direct and time-efficient departure.

Navigate Sonesta Moon Goddess Itinerary

Day 1: Aswan Adventure & Nubian Culture

Welcome to Aswan! After arriving in the city, hop on a felucca, a traditional sailing boat, and take a tour around Kitchener Island. As you glide through the calm waters of the Nile, marvel at the stunning views of the surrounding landscape. In the afternoon, board the Sonesta Moon Goddess Nile Cruise and get ready for a delicious afternoon tea. Afterward, enjoy a Nubian folkloric show, filled with vibrant music and dance. As the night falls, sit down to a delicious dinner on board and get a good night's sleep, as tomorrow's adventures await.

Day 2: Aswan Tour & Sail to Kom Ombo

Today, start the day with a tour of Aswan's top attractions. Visit the High Dam, a massive engineering feat that controls the flow of the Nile, and see the Granite Quarries, where ancient Egyptians sourced the stone for their monuments. Finally, explore the Temple of Philae, a beautiful temple dedicated to the goddess Isis. After a full day of sightseeing, return to the cruise ship and sail to Kom Ombo, a small town on the banks of the Nile. Visit the temple dedicated to the gods Sobek and Haroeris and learn about the ancient beliefs of the Egyptians. As the night falls, continue sailing to Edfu and enjoy a delicious dinner on board.

Day 3: Edfu Temple & Sail to Luxor

Today, journey to Edfu, a small town on the banks of the Nile, and visit the Temple of Horus, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt. This stunning structure is filled with intricate carvings and hieroglyphics, telling the story of the ancient gods. After your visit, return to the cruise ship and sail to Luxor, the ancient city of Thebes. As the night falls, join the Galabeya Party, a fun-filled evening of traditional music and dance. End the night with a delicious dinner on board.

Day 4: Luxor East & West Banks Tour

Today, explore the West Bank of Luxor on a half-day tour. Visit the Valley of the Kings, the burial site of the pharaohs, and see the tombs of famous rulers like Tutankhamun and Ramses the Great. In the afternoon, continue to the East Bank of the Nile and visit the Temple of Karnak and the Temple of Luxor. These massive structures were built over thousands of years and are filled with intricate carvings and hieroglyphics. As the night falls, return to the cruise shipand enjoy a delicious dinner on board.

Day 5: Disembarkation & Departure from Luxor

Today is your final day in cruise. Disembark the MS Sonesta Moon Goddess and transfer to the airport for your final departure. As you leave this incredible country, take with you the memories of the ancient pyramids, the stunning temples, and the vibrant culture of the Nile. We hope you had a wonderful time and that you will visit again soon.

Sonesta Moon Goddess Cruise Facilities:

• In-room dining available until midnight 
• Main dining room, lounge, sun deck bar 
• Nightly entertainment 
• Fully-purified water, filtered and softened before distribution 
• Barbecue area on deck 
• Fitness and recreation areas 
• Outdoor swimming pool with bar service 
• Jogging track 
• Spacious gym 
• Guided sightseeing excursions
• Doctor available on call against charge

How Sonesta Moon Goddess Journey is Organized

• We coordinate closely with the Moon Goddess crew to ensure your suite and shore visits meet the highest standards of Sonesta luxury.
• Your 4 or 5-day sailing is shaped to balance the grandeur of the temples with the refined, quiet atmosphere of the vessel.
• Our local experts handle your private transfers to the docks, ensuring you step onto the ship with total ease and a warm welcome.
• You experience the Nile through a lens of sophisticated care, supported by a team that prioritizes your personal comfort.

• All bookings are subject to our terms & conditions; we recommend reviewing these details carefully.
• Our local team monitors site crowds and seasonal shifts. For accurate timing on your specific dates, ask our planners.