Why Choose Movenpick Sunray Nile Cruise?

Enjoy trusted Swiss-style hospitality with Mövenpick Sail on one of the Nile’s most spacious and comfortable ships Receive top-quality service throughout your journey Travel in style whether you're a couple, solo adventurer, or family Choose flexible departure schedules from both Luxor and Aswan

What category is Movenpick Sunray Nile Cruise?

Movenpick Sunray Nile Cruise is a deluxe Nile Cruise with a Luxury services and quality.

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Mövenpick Sunray – Cabins & Onboard Facilities

Cabins & Suites

The Mövenpick Sunray is a 5-star Nile cruise ship operated to Accor/Mövenpick service standards, carrying 66 accommodations across its decks. The bulk of the ship is made up of 54 outside cabins of roughly 20 square metres, each with a large picture window over the river. Guests seeking more space can book one of 2 Junior Suites, 2 Superior Suites, 2 Deluxe Suites or 2 Executive Suites, the top category reaching up to 39 square metres.

Dining & Entertainment

The 132-seat main restaurant serves international and Egyptian buffet menus for all included meals, while the lounge bar hosts the evening entertainment programme, including a small discotheque area for guests who want to dance after dinner. A dedicated reading and play room and an onboard library give quieter alternatives during the day.

Onboard Facilities

Sun deck swimming pool with surrounding lounger area
Gift shop for souvenirs and essentials
Onboard library and reading/play room
Lounge bar with live entertainment and discotheque

Nile Cruise Itinerary

The Mövenpick Sunray sails two alternating itineraries along the classic Luxor–Aswan stretch of the Nile: a 4-day/3-night cruise from Aswan departing every Monday, and a longer 5-day/4-night cruise from Luxor departing every Thursday. Both routes take in the temples of Kom Ombo, Edfu and Esna, plus the High Dam, unfinished obelisk and Philae Temple around Aswan.

Why Choose the Mövenpick Sunray

Travellers who value a recognised international hospitality brand appreciate the Mövenpick name for consistent service and cabin comfort, while the ship’s generous suite categories give couples and families a range of budgets to choose from on the same sailing.

Book Your Nile Cruise

Contact Egypt Nile Cruise Hub to check live availability and pricing for the Mövenpick Sunray, and to combine your cruise with Luxor or Aswan hotel stays and Egyptologist-guided tours.

Mövenpick Sunray – Frequently Asked Questions

How many cabins does the Mövenpick Sunray have?

The Mövenpick Sunray is a 5-star Nile cruiser with 66 accommodations in total: 54 outside cabins of around 20 square metres, plus 2 Junior Suites, 2 Superior Suites, 2 Deluxe Suites and 2 Executive Suites, the largest reaching up to 39 square metres.

What onboard facilities does the Sunray offer?

Guests can use a sun deck swimming pool, a 132-seat main restaurant, a lounge bar with a small discotheque area, a reading and play room, a gift shop and a library, alongside the Mövenpick brand’s signature 5-star service standards.

What Nile cruise itineraries does the Sunray run?

The Mövenpick Sunray operates a 4-day/3-night cruise from Aswan to Luxor departing every Monday, and a 5-day/4-night cruise from Luxor to Aswan departing every Thursday, covering the classic Esna, Edfu, Kom Ombo and Aswan sightseeing route.

Other Nile Cruises

Transportation
Bus, Car & Cruise
Meals
Full Board
Accommodation
3, 4 or 7 Nights
Arrival on
Luxor or Aswan
Departure from
Aswan or Luxor
Language
English, Spanish, French, German
3 Nights Schedule
Monday from Aswan
4 & 7 Nights Schedule
Thursday from Luxor
Destinations
Aswan, Luxor, Luxor and Aswan
Nile Cruise Category
Luxury Nile Cruises in Egypt

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Mövenpick Sunray Overview

The Mövenpick Sunray is a 5-star Nile cruiser with 66 cabins and suites, sailing the Luxor–Aswan route with Accor-standard hospitality, a sun deck pool and a 132-seat restaurant.

Mövenpick Sunray facilities

66 cabins and suites, 5-star Accor/Mövenpick service
Sun deck swimming pool and 132-seat restaurant
Lounge bar with discotheque, library and play room
4-night Aswan or 5-night Luxor Nile cruise itineraries

3 Nights :

From Aswan to Luxor Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Aswan – Embarkation & Philae Temple

Morning: Arrive in Aswan and transfer to the Movenpick Sunray Nile Cruise. Check-in and embark on your luxury cruise.
Afternoon: Enjoy a delicious lunch on board. In the afternoon, take a guided tour to the majestic Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis, and the Aswan High Dam, a marvel of modern engineering.
Evening: Return to the cruise for a gourmet dinner and spend the night docked in Aswan.

Day 2: Kom Ombo

Morning: Sail to Kom Ombo. After breakfast, visit the unique Temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to the gods Sobek and Horus. Learn about the temple’s fascinating dual design and explore its well-preserved reliefs.
Afternoon: Enjoy lunch as you continue sailing towards Edfu. Upon arrival, visit the Edfu Temple, one of Egypt’s best-preserved temples, dedicated to the falcon god Horus.
Evening: Return to the ship for dinner and sail towards Luxor. Spend the night on board.

Day 3: Luxor West Bank – Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and Colossi of Memnon

Morning: After breakfast, explore the West Bank of Luxor. Visit the Valley of the Kings, where the tombs of Egypt’s great pharaohs are located. Continue to the Temple of Hatshepsut, a stunning mortuary temple built into the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari.
Afternoon: Visit the Colossi of Memnon, two massive stone statues that once guarded the entrance to the Mortuary Temple of Amenhotep III. Return to the cruise for lunch.
Evening: Enjoy your final dinner on board, followed by a cultural performance. Spend the night docked in Luxor.

Day 4: Disembarkation – Luxor East Bank (Karnak & Luxor Temples)

Morning: After breakfast, check out from the Movenpick Sunray Nile Cruise. Visit the East Bank of Luxor, including the magnificent Karnak Temple, the largest religious complex in ancient Egypt, and the Luxor Temple, known for its grandeur and beauty.
Afternoon: After the tour, transfer to Luxor Airport or your next destination.

4 Nights :

From Luxor to Aswan Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Luxor – Embarkation & Karnak Temple

Morning: Arrive in Luxor and transfer to the Movenpick Sunray Nile Cruise. Check-in and embark on your luxurious journey.
Afternoon: Enjoy lunch on board. In the afternoon, explore the East Bank of Luxor, starting with the Karnak Temple, a vast open-air museum and the largest religious complex in ancient Egypt.
Evening: Visit the Luxor Temple, beautifully illuminated at night. Return to the cruise for dinner and spend the night docked in Luxor.

Day 2: Luxor West Bank – Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and Colossi of Memnon

Morning: After breakfast, visit the West Bank of Luxor. Discover the Valley of the Kings, the final resting place of many pharaohs, including Tutankhamun. Continue to the Temple of Hatshepsut, an architectural marvel dedicated to Egypt’s first female pharaoh.
Afternoon: Stop at the Colossi of Memnon before returning to the cruise for lunch. Sail towards Edfu in the afternoon.
Evening: Enjoy dinner on board and spend the night docked near Edfu.

Day 3: Edfu & Kom Ombo Temples

Morning: After breakfast, visit the Edfu Temple, dedicated to Horus, the falcon god. This well-preserved temple is one of Egypt’s most impressive sites.
Afternoon: Return to the ship and sail to Kom Ombo. After lunch, explore the Temple of Kom Ombo, unique in its dedication to two gods: Sobek and Horus.
Evening: Continue sailing to Aswan while enjoying dinner on board. Spend the night on the Nile.

Day 4: Aswan – Philae Temple, Unfinished Obelisk, and Aswan High Dam

Morning: After breakfast, visit the iconic Philae Temple, known for its beautiful location on an island in the Nile. Next, visit the Unfinished Obelisk, a massive granite obelisk that was abandoned in ancient times.
Afternoon: Visit the Aswan High Dam, an engineering marvel that transformed Egypt’s economy. Return to the cruise for lunch.
Evening: Enjoy a farewell dinner on board with entertainment. Spend your last night docked in Aswan.

Day 5: Disembarkation – Optional Abu Simbel Tour

Morning: After breakfast, check out from the Movenpick Sunray Nile Cruise. For those who wish, an optional excursion to the Abu Simbel Temples can be arranged. These impressive temples, carved out of the mountainside, are among Egypt’s most famous landmarks.
Afternoon: Transfer to Aswan Airport or your next destination.