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7 Day Egypt Total Solar Eclipse 2027 Tour: Cairo, Giza, Luxor & Nile

Cairo, El Giza, Luxor,
Duration

7 day(s)

Tour type

Regular & Private

Group size

1-40 people

Physical Level

moderate

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Tour Overview

Experience one of the world’s most remarkable astronomical events on this 7 day Egypt Total Solar Eclipse Tour, combining the ancient wonders of Cairo, Giza and Luxor with the unforgettable 2 August 2027 total solar eclipse.

Travel through the land of the Pharaohs, explore the legendary Giza Pyramids, discover the temples and monuments of Luxor, and experience the timeless beauty of the Nile before witnessing the sky transform during the eclipse.

On 2 August 2027, Luxor lies within the path of totality, with approximately 6 minutes and 22 seconds of total eclipse and maximum eclipse occurring at around 1:05 PM local time.

As daylight briefly fades and the Sun’s corona becomes visible, experience a rare meeting of astronomy, ancient history and Egyptian civilization in one extraordinary journey.

Tour Dates: 28 July – 3 August 2027
Duration: 7 Days / 6 Nights

Booking Ref: PKG-261001-29

Activities
Sightseeing Discovery Explorer Historical In-depth Cultural Museum Special Day Photography

Tour Features

Duration
7 day(s)

Max Group Size
1-40 people

Tour Code
CAI18

Departure Type
guaranteed

Tour Category
Culture & Historical

Guiding Method
Fully guided

Operated In

Age Requirement
0 - 0

Cairo

Pickup Time:

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Luxor

Dropoff Time:

Highlights
Witness the 2027 Total Solar Eclipse in Luxor

Itinerary

Day 1

Welcome to Egypt – Cairo

Your Egyptian eclipse adventure begins!

Arrive at Cairo International Airport, where our representative will welcome you and assist with your arrival formalities.

Transfer comfortably to your Cairo hotel and check in.

The evening is free to relax and prepare for the exciting days ahead.

Overnight: Cairo
Meals: —

Day 2

After breakfast, begin your day with a visit to the legendary Giza Pyramids, one of Egypt’s most iconic ancient sites.

Stand before the Great Pyramid of Khufu, explore the historic Giza Plateau, and admire the impressive Great Sphinx while learning more about the civilization of ancient Egypt.

Continue to the Grand Egyptian Museum, where you can discover an extraordinary collection of artifacts and treasures representing thousands of years of Egyptian history.

Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before returning to your hotel in Cairo.

Overnight: Cairo
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Day 3

After breakfast, transfer to Cairo International Airport for your flight to Luxor.

Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel and check in. Take some time to settle in before beginning your first exploration of Luxor, one of Egypt’s most important ancient cities.

Later, visit Luxor Temple, one of the city’s most iconic landmarks, and enjoy its impressive atmosphere as evening approaches.

In the evening, meet your eclipse team for an important Total Solar Eclipse briefing covering:

  • Eclipse timeline

  • Viewing location

  • Safety procedures

  • Photography guidance

  • Weather and observation arrangements

  • What to expect during totality

This briefing will help prepare you for the 2 August 2027 Total Solar Eclipse experience in Luxor.

Overnight: Luxor
Meals: Breakfast

Day 4

After breakfast, cross to Luxor’s West Bank and begin exploring the ancient city of Thebes.

Visit the legendary Valley of the Kings, where many of Egypt’s pharaohs were buried in elaborately decorated rock-cut tombs.

Continue to the impressive Temple of Hatshepsut, one of Luxor’s most distinctive ancient monuments, followed by a stop at the monumental Colossi of Memnon.

After the sightseeing tour, return to Luxor and enjoy the evening at leisure.

Optional Evening Stargazing

Guests may choose to join an optional astronomy experience away from the city lights and enjoy views of the night sky above the Egyptian desert.

Overnight: Luxor
Meals: Breakfast

Day 5

Enjoy a relaxed morning before visiting the impressive Karnak Temple Complex, one of the largest and most significant religious sites of ancient Egypt.

Explore its monumental columns, ancient inscriptions and sacred temples dedicated to the gods of ancient Thebes, while discovering more about Luxor’s remarkable religious and architectural heritage.

Eclipse Preparation Afternoon

Return to your hotel and prepare for the following day’s Total Solar Eclipse.

Your eclipse team will reconfirm:

  • Viewing arrangements

  • Transportation schedule

  • Safety instructions

  • Solar viewing equipment

  • Photography setup

  • Meeting points and timing

Spend the evening at leisure and rest well before the highly anticipated eclipse experience.

Overnight: Luxor
Meals: Breakfast

Day 6

Wake up early and enjoy breakfast before departing for your designated eclipse-viewing location in Luxor.

As the day unfolds, anticipation builds while the Moon gradually begins to move across the face of the Sun.

Eclipse Day in Luxor

In Luxor, the partial eclipse begins at approximately 11:40 AM, with maximum eclipse at around 1:05 PM. Totality lasts approximately 6 minutes and 22 seconds, making this one of the most remarkable eclipse-viewing experiences in the world.

During totality, the Moon completely covers the Sun, daylight dramatically fades, and the magnificent solar corona becomes visible. For several unforgettable minutes, experience one of the most extraordinary astronomical events of your lifetime in the timeless setting of ancient Egypt.

Totality in Luxor
Approximate Duration: 6 minutes 22 seconds

This is the moment to pause, observe safely and fully appreciate a phenomenon that few places on Earth can offer so spectacularly.

After the eclipse, return to Luxor and celebrate this once-in-a-lifetime experience with your group.

Eclipse Celebration

In the evening, enjoy a special post-eclipse dinner, sharing photographs, impressions and memories from one of the most remarkable astronomical events of 2027.

Overnight: Luxor
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

Day 7

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before beginning your final experience in Luxor.

Depending on your departure schedule, enjoy a relaxing felucca sailing experience on the Nile or spend some free time exploring Luxor at your own pace.

Later, transfer to Luxor International Airport for your onward flight.

Your 7 Day Egypt Total Solar Eclipse Tour comes to an end, leaving you with unforgettable memories of the Giza Pyramids, ancient Luxor, the Nile and the 2027 Total Solar Eclipse.

Meals: Breakfast

Included

6 nights’ accommodation in selected hotels throughout the tour

  • 2 nights in Cairo

  • 4 nights Luxor

  • Professional English-speaking Egyptologist

  • Eclipse briefing and coordination

  • Solar eclipse safety glasses / certified solar viewing equipment

  • Eclipse photography guidance

  • Special eclipse celebration dinner

  • Daily breakfast

  • The second day in Cairo includes lunch.

  • Airport meet & greet

  • Private airport and hotel transfers

  • Domestic flight Cairo → Luxor

  • Private air-conditioned transportation

  • Pyramids of Giza & Great Sphinx visit

  • Grand Egyptian Museum visit

  • Luxor Temple

  • Karnak Temple

  • Valley of the Kings

  • Temple of Hatshepsut

  • Colossi of Memnon

  • Felucca sailing experience

  • Dedicated eclipse-day transportation

  • Designated eclipse-viewing arrangements

  • 24/7 assistance throughout the trip

  • All applicable taxes and service charges

Excluded

  • International flights

  • Egypt entry visa

  • Travel insurance

  • Personal expenses

  • Beverages

  • Tips and gratuities

  • Optional excursions

  • Meals not specifically mentioned

  • Hotel early check-in or late check-out

  • Professional photography equipment

  • Any services not specifically mentioned under Package Includes

Tour Booking

Travelers
Departure Month
Regular Tour Prices
Start End
Jun 1, 2027 Jun 7, 2027 €1976.859
Double room
Private Tour Prices
Start End
Jun 1, 2027 Jun 7, 2027 €0
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