The newest ship of the Sonesta Nile fleet is the Sonesta St. George I Nile Cruise, with 47 deluxe cabins and 10 suites. Noted as one of the most elegant ships on the Nile, the St. George offers a full-service spa and fitness center, restaurant, bars, nightly entertainment and guided excursions.
Guest Cabins & Suites
The Sonesta St. George I offers luxurious accommodations that provide the ultimate in comfort, elegance and design. With 47 Deluxe Cabins, 9 Presidential Suites and one Royal Suite, St. George I features the highest quality furnishings and most upscale amenities.
All accommodations feature
LED 43 inches TV, equipped with the latest technology and featuring a live sailing channel. Double-glass panoramic french windows that open to bring in fresh. breezes from the Nile. Internet access. Direct-dial telephone. Individual climate control. Electronic door locks. Mini-bar. Safe. Hair dryer. Bathrooms equipped with spa unit; including steam bath, Jacuzzi and water massage.
Dining & Entertainment
Main Dining Room
Located on the lower deck, our Main Dining Room, designed with sophistication and style, serves breakfast and lunch buffets as well as à la carte dinners. Dress code for dinner is smart casual.
Sun Deck Bar
Surrounded by breathtaking views of the Nile, the Sun Deck serves refreshing cocktails and beverages.
Lounge
Unique classical motifs decorate the walls and ceiling of the Lounge, which features a dance floor and stages nightly entertainment. A full-service bar serves a wide range of cocktails and beverages.
Panoramic Lounge
Adorned with elegant décor, the Panoramic Lounge, located on Deck 4, offers panoramic views of the Nile and is available for special functions and meetings.
Piano Bar
Elegant and sophisticated, the Piano Bar is lit by a dramatic, handmade chandelier and serves a variety of cocktails and beverages.
Day 1: Aswan - Philae Temple
We'll pick you up on the first day at Aswan airport, or whichever point you would like. Then we'll take you to visit Aswan High Dam, Philae temple and the unfinished obelisk. Later we'll take you to your Nile cruise. Board your 5-star deluxe Nile cruise boat, where you will be welcomed by the reception staff. Lunch will be served on board. This afternoon you will have the chance to take a ride on a felucca (a typical Egyptian sail boat) around Elephantine Island, Lord Kitchener’s Botanical Gardens, and the Agha Khan Mausoleum (weather permitting, life jackets will be provided). Dinner will be served on board.- Overnight in Aswan| Meals: Lunch, Dinner.
Day 2 : Aswan- Abu Simbel - Aswan
Early morning 04:30 am, an excursion to the Temples of Abu Simbel (3 hrs each way by road) Then, back on the boat . Tonight, A gourmet dinner will be served on board. Enjoy a Folkloric Show and Dervish Show after dinner| Meals: Breakfast box, Lunch, Dinner.
Day 3 : Cruising the Nile- Kom Ombo & Edfu Temples
Breakfast on board. Cruise to Kom Ombo and visit the magnificent Temple of Kom Ombo - dedicated to the crocodile-god Sobek. Enjoy lunch, while you cruise to Edfu, upon arrival explore the extraordinary Temple of Horus. Once you return to the boat, continue to enjoy your cruise onward to Esna, Afternoon tea will be served while you cruise the Nile. Tonight will be an “Egyptian Night” costume party for all guests, with a chance to dress up in traditional Egyptian “galabeyya”. Dinner will be a lavish buffet of Egyptian specialties, followed by oriental music and dancing for everyone.| Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Day 4 : Luxor West Bank Tour
Early morning, sail to Luxor. A breakfast buffet will be served on board. This morning, visit the west bank of Luxor. Begin with a visit to Valley of the Kings and the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, we will pass by the famed Colossi of Memnon. Lunch will be served on board in the restaurant. Tonight, a delicious dinner is served on board| Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Day 5 : Disembark in Luxor - Balloon Ride & Luxor East Bank
Early morning, Balloon ride representative will pick you up from your Nile cruise to the West Bank to enjoy Hot Air Balloon. Transfer to the west bank, and then you will be transferred to the take off area where you are going to start your balloon ride in the sky of the biggest open-air museum Luxor. Later, back on board.
Breakfast will be served on board, check out at 8:00. your tour guide will guide you round the strikingly graceful Temple of Karnak, dedicated to the god Amun - and then onwards to the Temple of Luxor. Later, Transfer to Luxor airport.| Meals: Breakfast.
Price
$950 Per Person in Double Occupancy ( Based on 4 people)
Deposit & Cancellation
Payment Schedule Deposit Per Person at Time of Booking: $100
50% within 30 days of departure.
The Remaining Balance To Be Paid On Arrival Cash Or by Credit Card.
Cancellation
30 days prior to departure: 100% of what you paid.
Frequently asked questions
Q-When to book? A- Book now to guarantee your spot. Q-How to book? A -To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.