This 8-day tour offers a balanced experience of history, culture, and natural beauty while giving you the rare chance to witness the 2027 total solar eclipse. The journey begins in Cairo, where you explore two of Egypt’s most iconic attractions: the Pyramids of Giza and the Egyptian Museum. These visits provide a strong introduction to the ancient civilization and its remarkable achievements.
From Cairo, you travel to Luxor, a city known for its vast collection of temples and royal tombs. In Luxor, you visit the Karnak Temple Complex and the Valley of the Kings, discovering the architectural and spiritual legacy of Egypt’s pharaohs. Luxor is also the location where you will witness the total solar eclipse on August 2, 2027. As the moon covers the sun, the entire area is transformed into an extraordinary scene, creating a rare and unforgettable moment among ancient monuments.
After the eclipse experience and your visits in Luxor, you head to Hurghada on the Red Sea for a relaxing finish to the tour. In Hurghada, you can enjoy the beaches, swim in the clear waters, and explore vibrant coral reefs. This coastal destination provides a calm and refreshing end to a trip filled with cultural and historical discoveries.
Throughout the 8 days, the itinerary combines archaeological exploration, natural scenery, and a spectacular astronomical event, offering a memorable and well-rounded travel experience in Egypt.
8-Day solar eclipse vacation package to Cairo, Luxor & Hurghada
July 31, 2027
Upon your arrival at the airport, our Egypt Nile Travel representative will greet you in Egypt. There, he will be holding a sign with your name on it, waiting for you. After that, you will be driven in a comfortable, air-conditioned car to your hotel in Cairo.
August 1, 2027
Your Egypt tour experience starts with our trained guide, who will arrive at your hotel in Cairo. He will lead you to behold the Pyramids of Giza, whose stunning profiles command a grand view of the desert landscape. Your solar eclipse vacation package will also include a visit to the Great Sphinx, whose ancient contemplative face holds long-kept secrets.
You must encounter the magnificent structures that the three Great Pyramids of Giza represent through their legendary builders Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure. Also, see the Step Pyramid of King Djoser, which stands as the first example that led to the construction of future pyramid structures. The ancient burial site of Saqqara stands as the earliest discovery in Egypt and lies to the south of the location.
After your fantastic morning of exploration, have your lunch at a local restaurant before taking a flight to Luxor.
August 2, 2027
Start your day with breakfast at your hotel, and then head to experience the best astronomical phenomena that will happen in Karnak Temple. Continue to the Karnak Temple, where the astronomical phenomenon is illuminated against the charm of ancient Egypt.
Witness 6 minutes and 23 seconds of otherworldly vision as you watch the moon travel across the face of the sun, witnessing the unearthly change from day to night as the stars twinkle on and the sun's corona glows around the moon in a radiant halo.
After that, have lunch at the Luxor Temple, whose hieroglyphics tell tales of the lives of gods and pharaohs. After your Luxor tour, get back to your hotel for an overnight.
August 3, 2027
Your morning starts with breakfast before visiting the West Bank of Luxor to see the Valley of the Kings with its royal tombs, where pharaohs, including Tutankhamun, were laid to rest in beautifully decorated tombs.
Your next stop should be the Temple of Hatshepsut, which proudly displays its impressive architectural features to honor Egypt’s great female pharaoh. Your final stop before departure from Luxor should be the Colossi of Memnon, which protect the Theban Necropolis with their vast statues of Amenhotep III.
your Egypt trip concludes with a charming drive to Hurghada after lunch, where you can take in the golden sandy shoreline and the clear Red Sea waters. This resort property provides you with an opportunity for peaceful relaxation.
August 4, 2027
Spend a relaxing day at the beach overlooking the Red Sea or go for an adventure of your choice. Diving, snorkeling, or observing sea life on a glass-bottom boat or submarine are optional. For desert adventure, a jeep or quad safari is a heart-stopping ride in between golden dunes.
August 5, 2027
Spend a relaxing day at the beach overlooking the Red Sea or go for an adventure of your choice. Diving, snorkeling, or observing sea life on a glass-bottom boat or submarine are optional. For desert adventure, a jeep or quad safari is a heart-stopping ride in between golden dunes.
August 6, 2027
Drive to Hurghada Airport for a flight back to Cairo, and then transfer from Cairo Airport to your hotel for the last night. Enjoy a tasty lunch at a local restaurant.
August 7, 2027
Enjoy a peaceful breakfast at your hotel as the beginning of your daily routine, then begin your last Cairo excursion. Visit the Egyptian Museum first, which possesses a world-class collection of ancient artifacts and houses the famous golden items from the tomb of Tutankhamun. The museum halls reveal well-conserved mummies together with detailed statues as well as relics that narrate Egypt's historical civilization.
You will visit the centuries-old Saladin Citadel, which remains an ancient fortress in its protective position above Cairo. Travelers who explore the Mohamed Ali Mosque inside its walls find the Alabaster Mosque name appropriate because of its remarkable architectural design.
Spend your lunchtime at a local restaurant while making your way through the Khan El-Khalili Bazaar, which stands as one of the oldest and most active markets of the Middle East. Walk through its labyrinth of small paths where you can find a combination of remarkable fabrics and intricate jewelry along with enticing spices and beautiful handmade memorabilia. Visitors experience an unmissable encounter at this market because of its vibrant atmosphere and extensive historical aspects.
Your final destination with Eclipse Egypt 2027 will escort you along the path to Cairo Airport, where you will carry long-lasting memories along with your precious souvenirs.
