Egypt Eclipse Adventure 2027

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Embark on an unforgettable Egyptian journey combining ancient wonders with a rare celestial event. This unique tour immerses you in Giza, Cairo, and the Nile Valley, timed perfectly to witness a total solar eclipse near Luxor, offering over six minutes of totality – an exceptionally long duration. Your adventure starts in Cairo with arrival transfer. You will then explore the Great Pyramids, Sphinx, Memphis (with Ramses II's statue), and Saqqara's Step Pyramid. Your exploration continues with the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), showcasing Tutankhamun's complete collection, before flying to Luxor. Here, board the Beau Rivage Nile Cruise for six nights. In Luxor, explore the West Bank's Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut's Temple, Colossi of Memnon, and Medinet Habu, followed by the East Bank's vast Karnak Temple complex and Luxor Temple. A highlight is the Great Luxor Solar Eclipse: travel to a prime viewing site in Luxor to experience over six minutes of totality. Witness the Sun's corona in the darkened sky – a truly profound experience. Following the eclipse, enjoy free time in Luxor or optional tours before your Nile cruise sails south via the Esna lock. During the cruise and visit the well-preserved Temple of Edfu. In Aswan, consider the optional Abu Simbel excursion. Experience a traditional Felucca sail, visit the beautiful Philae Temple and the Aswan High Dam. Afterwards, we sail back to Luxor, making a stop at Kom Ombo's unique double temple, dedicated to Sobek and Haroeris. From Luxor we fly back to Cairo for a final visit to the bustling Khan el-Khalili bazaar. Your journey concludes following breakfast with a transfer to Cairo Airport for departure, filled with memories of ancient splendours and the solar eclipse. (Optional extensions available). If you are looking to combine your time in Egypt with a visit to Jordan, our Nabatean Nights tour has departures before and after the Egypt Eclipse Adventure, specifically arranged to coincide with the Perseid Meteor Shower