July 30, 2027

Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, your 12-day Egypt Eclipse Tour 2027 begins. An assistant from Egypt Nile Travel will help you with airport formalities so that you will not have any hassle. After that, you can relax and ride in an air-conditioned vehicle to your Cairo hotel and get ready to explore this lively city.

July 31, 2027

Your Egyptian adventure ignites the moment your guide arrives. Buckle up, for your 12-day odyssey begins with a journey to the iconic Great Pyramids of Giza.

The true essence of the pyramid legacy of Egypt can be witnessed upon the Giza Plateau. Stand in awe of the Great Pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure—an engineering feat that seems like a dream. The guide will lead into the enthralling history behind their making, revealing secrets surrounding their purpose and age. Time simply seems to dissolve as you stand tall beside these ancient giants.

Proceed even farther down south: to Saqqara, a wonderful ancient necropolis filled with the breath of Egypt's former dynasties. Here, behold the Step Pyramid of King Djoser, a revolutionary prototype that paved the way for the iconic pyramids that followed.

Enjoy your lunch at a local restaurant, then return to your hotel.

August 1, 2027

Your breakfast at the hotel will be taken slow this morning before plunging into the fascinating panorama of Cairo. First, get yourself bewitched by the museum fortunes at the Egyptian Museum. Walk with mummies. Now let your Egyptologist—a present-day treasure in the deciphering of hieroglyphs—disclose for you stories of the tomb of Tutankhamun and the allure of Cleopatra.

Next, ascend the Saladin Citadel, a fortress drawn against the zenith of the sky, with walls that whisper war tales and gentle intrigues. Gaze down upon the breathtaking panorama of Cairo spread beneath you, a mosaic of bustling streets and ancient minarets.

Immerse yourself in the dazzling chaos of Khan El-Khalili Bazaar. Inhale the fragrant aroma of spices as it embraces your senses. This bustling marketplace is not only a mecca for souvenirs but also a living monument to the spirit of Cairo.

Transfer to Cairo Airport for your flight to Luxor. Above the golden desert sand, be captivated by the splendor of the eclipse as the sun welcomes the moon in the longest solar eclipse of the century

August 2, 2027

Have a relaxed breakfast at your hotel and look forward to the spectacle of the day, the 2027 solar eclipse. Before long, a ride is available to carry you to Karnak Temple—an ancient monument with stones that seem to whisper of pharaohs.

Here, in the hypostyle halls that rise into the heavens, amid the tremendous pylons devoted to Amun-Ra, one stands on the verge of witnessing a natural wonder that even outrivals the splendor of these ancient walls. The moon will pass gracefully before the sun, and your world will change into a canvas of dusk hues. Tiny stars peer through the shining daylight blue, while a crown of fire, the corona, embraces the silhouette of the moon.

For six minutes and twenty-three seconds, it will seem as if time has all but stood still, and you will be swept up in this incredible display of celestial wonders. Inhale deeply this tranquility, feel the solidarity with the cosmos enveloping you, and engrave the visuals into your soul.

After an ethereal encounter with the eclipse, your journey continues to the historic Luxor Temple, an architectural wonder brightly illuminated in the golden light of the Luxor afternoon sun. Here, your Egyptologist guide will reveal to you the fascinating account recorded in the temple walls in hieroglyphs, a tale of pharaohs and gods, victories, and festivities.

Go on your 4-night Nile River cruise from Luxor to Aswan.

August 3, 2027

After a leisurely breakfast onboard, set out to the west bank of Luxor. First, step into the Valley of the Kings, where the pharaohs are laid to rest in tombs of gold and in which their legacies are forever etched in hieroglyphs upon eternal walls. Your Egyptologist guide will help you get to know these kings.

Next, ascend the terraces of Hatshepsut’s Temple, which is breathtaking architecture carved into the cliffs. As you stand there, feel the warmth of the desert sun on your skin as the "Female Pharaoh" once stood there, breaking boundaries to rule with wisdom and grace. Absorb the breathtaking views before her, and let the whispers of her reign carry you through the centuries.

When the sun is at its zenith, seek the cool shade of the Colossi of Memnon, the giant witnesses of ancient Thebes. Return to the Nile cruise and set sail for Edfu through the Lock of Esna. Edfu overnight.

Optional tour: Sunrise Hot Air Ballooning over Luxor

August 4, 2027

Awake to a scrumptious breakfast onboard, then a charming horse-drawn carriage ride through sun-kissed streets to the Temple of Horus in Edfu. It is one of the marvels of the Greco-Roman period and the best-preserved temple in Egypt, where you get to witness the towering pylons, complex reliefs, and deep mysteries of the falcon-headed Horus.

Then, the carriage is going to take you down to your Nile cruise, which will set sail for Kom Ombo. Consider yourself fortunate to have this rare opportunity of visiting the double temple enshrining Sobek, the fierce crocodile god, and Horus, the sky falcon. Learn about these gods' divine tales on the temple's walls and gain an insight into the legend of Sobek at the nearby fascinating Crocodile Museum.

While the sun sets, painting the horizon purple, our boat sails towards Aswan. As we draw near the ancient land, wonders of the vibrant southern city await.

August 5, 2027

Get ready for one of the most magical time travels you would ever want! Over a drive of 3.5 hours of the scenic stuff, under the blaze of the sun, this journey takes you to the ancient Temples of Abu Simbel, giant edifices that were hewn directly into cliffs of sandstone.

Imagine towering statues of Pharaoh Ramesses II greeting you, their expressions almost unchanged for thousands of years. Enter the temple and step into some past place where very particular hieroglyphs whisper stories of gods and pharaohs.

This is not simply a temple visit; it is a time travel experience and the added pleasure of standing where some mighty rulers once walked. Awed by the magnitude of the creation and artistic skill, these architectural wonders symbolize mankind's ambition and engineering excellence.

After soaking up the magic of Abu Simbel, we will retrace our steps back to your comfortable cruise ship, with memories that will forever be etched in your mind.

Optional tour: Nubian Village Tour

August 6, 2027

You will have a hearty, delicious breakfast before you start your journey to Aswan, where your first stop will be the magnificent High Dam, a contemporary miracle that tamed the Nile floods and brought light to Egypt. Stand captivated by its sheer size and contemplate the engineering greatness that altered a landscape.

Next, you will enter the realm of ancient ingenuity at the Unfinished Obelisk. An enormous granite remnant asleep in time. Picture skilled artisans crafting this monolith, destined to be a monument to eternity, only to be abandoned for reasons lost to history.

You will continue your journey with an interesting boat trip on the shining Nile. The destination is a wonder of the Ptolemaic age, the Temple of Philae. Conceived to be drowned by the waters rising above the High Dam, UNESCO shifted it to safety. Trace the fine carvings and hear the pharaohs whispering through its halls.

Enjoy a delicious lunch from one of the local restaurants before you leave Aswan, soaring to Sharm El Sheikh via Cairo to enjoy the next exciting leg of your 12-day Egypt Eclipse Tour 2027! Transfer to your hotel from Sharm El Sheikh Airport, and let the adventure begin: dive into crystal clear waters, chill on sun-kissed beaches, and explore the wonders of the undersea at your own pace.

August 7, 2027

Free day. Upon request, expedition activities such as diving, glass-bottomed boat rides, safaris, snorkeling, and submarine rides are available.

August 8, 2027

Free day. Upon request, expedition activities such as diving, glass-bottomed boat rides, safaris, snorkeling, and submarine rides are available.

August 9, 2027

Fly back to Cairo from Sharm El-Sheikh Airport. Transfer to your hotel after your arrival at Cairo Airport to enjoy the last night of your 12-day Egypt eclipse tour in 2027. Enjoy a delectable lunch at a local restaurant.

August 10, 2027

A transfer will now take you to Cairo Airport for your final and last flight as the very last segment of our 12-day Egypt Eclipse Tour 2027 comes to an end. While you're being whisked up into the heavens by your flight, be sure to cast a last, lingering gaze on the city that unveiled its celestial spectacle and ancient charms. Yet, memories of breathtaking eclipses, gilded tombs, and vibrant bazaars will continue to twinkle within your heart, for their magic never dims.

Treat yourself to a delicious lunch at a local eatery. This is not just the end of a trip; it is the beginning of an addiction to travel. Let Egypt Nile Travel lead the way. Unlocking all the secrets of this timeless land will create experiences on your canvas as vivid as that of a desert sunrise and as profound as the whispers of the Sphinx.