Why Choose Sonesta St. George I Nile Cruise?

The Sonesta St. George I Nile Cruise stands out among Nile cruises with its blend of luxury, history, and exceptional service. You’ll journey through Egypt's historical treasures while enjoying five-star amenities and experiences, creating an unmatched Nile cruise adventure.

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Sonesta St. George I Nile Cruise – One of the Sonesta Fleet’s Most Elegant Ships
The Sonesta St. George I is a 57-room Nile cruiser, described by Sonesta as one of the most elegant vessels in its Nile fleet, sailing 7-night round-trip cruises between Luxor and Aswan.

Cabins & Suites

The ship carries 47 Deluxe cabins, 6 Presidential Suites, 3 Elite Suites, and 1 Royal Suite – 57 rooms in total, finished with what Sonesta describes as its highest-quality furnishings and most upscale amenities fleet-wide.

Dining & Wellness

The Main Dining Room serves breakfast, lunch buffets and a la carte dinners, while the Piano Bar – furnished with a handmade chandelier – hosts nightly entertainment. The onboard spa and wellness centre offers a gym, massage treatments, sauna and steam bath.

Onboard Facilities & Entertainment

Oversize pool with shallow water extension and Jacuzzi
Piano Bar with nightly entertainment
Sun Deck Bar
Spa & wellness centre with sauna and steam bath

Nile Cruise Itinerary

The St. George I operates a full 7-night round trip departing and returning to the same port, giving time to see:

Karnak Temple & Luxor Temple
Valley of the Kings & Hatshepsut Temple
Kom Ombo Temple & Edfu Temple
Philae Temple & Aswan High Dam

Why Choose the St. George I?

One of Sonesta’s most elegant Nile vessels
Full 7-night round-trip itinerary
Oversize pool with Jacuzzi
10 suite-level rooms including a Royal Suite

Book Your Sonesta St. George I Cruise

Sail aboard the Sonesta St. George I for a full 7-night round-trip Nile cruise, with some of the most upscale suites in the Sonesta fleet.

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Sonesta St. George I – Frequently Asked Questions

How many rooms does the Sonesta St. George I have?

The Sonesta St. George I has 57 rooms: 47 Deluxe cabins, 6 Presidential Suites, 3 Elite Suites, and 1 Royal Suite.

How long is the Sonesta St. George I cruise?

The Sonesta St. George I operates a full 7-night round-trip cruise, embarking and disembarking from the same port between Luxor and Aswan.

What makes the Sonesta St. George I different from other Sonesta ships?

Sonesta describes the St. George I as one of the most elegant ships in its Nile fleet, with the highest-quality furnishings and most upscale amenities, including an oversize pool with a Jacuzzi.

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Sonesta St. George I Overview

The Sonesta St. George I is a 57-room Nile cruiser, one of the most elegant ships in the Sonesta fleet, sailing a full 7-night round-trip between Luxor and Aswan.

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Sonesta St. George I facilities

57 rooms including a Royal Suite
Oversize pool with Jacuzzi
Piano Bar with handmade chandelier
Spa & wellness centre with sauna and steam bath
Sun Deck Bar
Main Dining Room with a la carte dinners
Gym

3 Nights :

From Aswan to Luxor Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Aswan – Embarkation & Philae Temple

Morning: Arrive in Aswan and transfer to the Sonesta St. George I 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 Sonesta St. George I 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 Sonesta St. George I 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 Sonesta St. George I 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.