2027 Total Solar Eclipse in Egypt

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Jul 29, 2027 - Aug 5, 2027

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Overview

Join our 2027 Total Solar Eclipse in Egypt for a once-in-a-lifetime journey through Egypt, timed perfectly to witness the 2027 Total Solar Eclipse from one of the most breathtaking vantage points on earth: the ancient city of Luxor.

The highlight of our 2027 Total Solar Eclipse in Egypt is in Luxor—home to the Valley of the Kings and the temples of Karnak—where guests will witness the 2027 Total Solar Eclipse in Egypt, from the exclusive Jolie Ville Resort on Kings Island. Imagine standing where pharaohs once ruled, watching day turn briefly into night as the moon passes before the sun. It’s a surreal moment, made even more powerful by the surroundings.

Our 2027 Total Solar Eclipse in Egypt tour is designed for curious, adventurous travelers who want more than just a vacation. It’s an opportunity to step into history, experience a rare astronomical event, and see Egypt in all its glory—from ancient wonders to modern luxury.

Highlights

Trip highlights

Inclusions

What's included

Locations

Starts & ends in Cairo, Egypt

Days 1 & 7

Cairo

A transfer is included upon arrival from Cairo International Airport to Four Seasons Cairo at the First Residence. Ideally located at the heart of Cairo on the western bank of the River Nile, this top quality tourist and business hotel lies just a few paces from some of Cairo’s many sights including the Egyptian Museum and the opera house. A diverse selection of shopping and entertainment venues are to be found in the vicinity and the famous pyramids at Giza are about 20 minute drive away. Cairo airport is approximately 35 km from the hotel.
Embark on a deluxe Nile River cruise aboard the MS Royal Elite.

Days 2 - 4

MS Royal Elite Nile cruise

Days 5 - 6

Oberoi Beach Resort, Sahl Hasheesh

After the eclipse, unwind in the luxurious surroundings of Hurghada at The Oberoi Beach Resort, where you can swim, snorkel, or simply relax by the sea. The Oberoi Beach Resort, Sahl Hasheesh offers luxurious suites with uninterrupted ocean views. It features high domed ceilings, is bathed in natural light and dotted with traditional design elements; from the auspicious eight pointed star to neoclassic columns and handcrafted lanterns.

Itinerary

Day by Day

Day 1 - Arrive in Cairo

Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, customers will receive a ‘meet and greet’ service and then be transferred to the hotel for check-in. Welcome dinner at the Mena House to meet your fellow travelers.  

MEALS: Dinner
ACCOMMODATION: Four Seasons Cairo at the First Residence

2027 Total Solar Eclipse in Egypt

Arrive at Cairo International Airport in the early morning to catch a flight to Aswan. Upon arrival, you will reach the luxurious Nile Cruise where you will spend the next three nights. Enjoy a relaxing tour sailing from Aswan to Luxor, taking in the beautiful sights along the Nile River.

Upon arrival to Aswan you will be met and greet by our English-speaking representative who will transfer you by private AC van to your fabulous Nile cruise ship. Check in before 12:00 PM. At the beginning you will have your lunch meal on board. After lunch, you will be transferred to visit The High Dam which has been erected by the Egyptian president Gamal Abdel Nasser in 1960 AD to protect Egypt from the Nile flood. After that you will reach Temple of Philae which was erected during the Graeco-Roman period and was dedicated to goddess Isis. After finishing your tour, you will return to your ship. At night you may choose the Optional breathtaking Sound and Light show at Philae Temple

MEALS: Lunch, Dinner
ACCOMMODATION: MS Royal Elite

2027 Total Solar Eclipse in Egypt

Optional Tour Abu Simbel Tour by bus. 

We will sail to Kom Ombo in the early morning where you will join your Egyptologist tour guide to visit one of the most wonderful temples in Egypt, Temple of Kom Ombo, where the two gods Sobek & Haroeris were worshipped for a while. Get back to your ship and enjoy your lunch on the sun deck. Sail to Edfu for having dinner and overnight.

MEALS: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

ACCOMMODATION: MS Royal Elite

2027 Total Solar Eclipse in Egypt

Arrive at Edfu and visit the Temple of Horus in Edfu, which is considered to be one of the most well preserved temples in Egypt. 

We will then return to the Nile Cruise for lunch while heading to Luxor.

MEALS: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
ACCOMMODATION: MS Royal Elite

Breakfast will be served on the Nile Cruise, and then we will proceed to the checkout. Early morning, visit Luxor West Bank necropolis including the Valley of the Kings, Including the unique two tombs of Rameses V & VI, King Tut’s Tomb the Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and Colossi of Memnon.

Watch the Total Eclipse at Jolie Ville Resort Kings Island Luxor.

Begins: Mon, Aug 2, 2027 at 11:40 am. Maximum: Mon, Aug 2, 2027 at 1:05 pm 1.035 Magnitude. Ends: Mon, Aug 2, 2027 at 2:26 pm. After the event we have lunch at Jolie Ville Resort Kings Island Luxor. Then we transfer to Hurghada and check in to our hotel – Stay at The Oberoi Beach Resort, Sahl Hasheesh. Spent the rest of the day in leisure.

MEALS: Breakfast, Lunch.
ACCOMMODATION: Oberoi Beach Resort, Sahl Hasheesh

Relax in the serene luxurious setting of Hurghada, where you can enjoy the breathtaking underwater scenery in the warm waters of the Red Sea. Sign up for a wide range of optional activities at your resort (not included in the tour cost and payable directly to the hotel) such as deep sea fishing, thrilling boat excursions, scuba diving, snorkeling, windsurfing, or even sea canoeing.

MEALS: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
ACCOMMODATION: Oberoi Beach Resort, Sahl Hasheesh

2027 Total Solar Eclipse in Egypt

After early morning breakfast we fly to Cairo. Then the day continues with a visit to the largest archaeological museum in the world, the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM). The new structure houses 100,000 masterpieces from several periods of Egypt’s glorious history, 20,000 objects of which will be displayed for the first time such as King Tutankhamun’s complete collection.

After touring the GEM, we will stop at a nice cozy restaurant to have lunch. We will, then, proceed to the one and only standing monument among the seven wonders of the ancient world, the Great Pyramid of Khufu, followed by The Pyramids of Khafra & Menkaura, the well-preserved valley temple of Khafra, and the Great Sphinx. Farewell Dinner at Pyramids area.


MEALS: Breakfast, Dinner
ACCOMMODATION: Four Seasons Cairo at the First Residence

Transfer to Cairo International Airport for Departure after having an early breakfast.


MEALS: Breakfast

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