Egypt 2027 Solar Eclipse Package: Cairo & Luxor Nile Cruise

General Info

On August 2, 2027, the sky over Egypt will do something that hasn't happened in generations. Join us on an exclusive luxury expedition that connects the wonders of the ancient world with the most extraordinary celestial event of the century.
Your journey starts with the timeless glory of Cairo and the Great Pyramids of Giza, then proceeds with a deluxe Nile cruise through Luxor and Aswan. The ultimate high point of your trip? Diving into a spectacular, record-breaking 6+ minutes of midday totality, standing within the historic heart of Egyptian sun worship, the legendary Karnak Temple.

Features

• One of the longest total solar eclipse experiences in the world (6 minutes 20 seconds).
• Exceptional weather conditions and clear skies in Upper Egypt.
• Witness the eclipse from the majestic Karnak Temple in Luxor.
• A luxury Nile cruise experience combined with ancient Egyptian history.
• A once-in-a-lifetime astronomical and cultural journey.

Accommodations

• Cairo Hotel: Grand Pyramids Hotel
• Luxury Nile Cruise: M/S Alexander The Great

Itinerary Details

Day 1 : 31 July – Arrival in Cairo

Arrival at Cairo International Airport with meet & assist service followed by private transfer to your luxury Cairo hotel. Overnight in Cairo.

Day 2 : 01 August – Pyramids of Giza & Grand Egyptian Museum

Guided tour to the Great Pyramids, Sphinx, Valley Temple, and the Grand Egyptian Museum, followed by lunch at a premium local restaurant.

(We can arrange Domestic Flight tickets, sleeping train tickets, or private transfers from Cairo to Luxor starting on 01 Aug. at 11pm with a dinner box by extra cost)

Day 3 : 02 August – Luxor & Total Solar Eclipse Experience

Witness the total solar eclipse at Karnak Temple before embarking on your luxury Nile cruise. Then visit the Luxor Temple.

Day 4 : 03 August – Valley of the Kings & Nile Sailing

Visit the Valley of the Kings, the Tutankhamun Tomb, and Hatshepsut Temple, and sail towards Aswan.

Day 5 : 4 August – Kom Ombo & Nile Experience

Explore Kom Ombo Temple while sailing through the Nile Valley toward Aswan.

Day 6 : 05 August – Aswan Highlights & Felucca Sailing

Visit Philae Temple and enjoy a traditional felucca sailing experience around the Nile islands.

Day 7 : Departure from Aswan

Disembarkation and transfer to Aswan Airport or railway station.

Day 8 : Final Departure

Transfer to Cairo International Airport for final departure.