Solar Eclipse: Luxor 2027

4-Day Package with VIP Viewing

Experience the cosmic event of the century.

There will be a total solar eclipse on August 2nd, 2027, cosmically aligned above the capital of Ancient Egypt, Thebes (known today as Luxor).

It’s anticipated to be one of the most significant eclipses in the last 100 years, and the second-longest, with 6 minutes of totality. You’ll have access to a full 4-day itinerary that includes guided tours to historical sites, special hotel room rates, and access to a private viewing site to witness the eclipse.

We can accommodate private groups of up to 18 people. This itinerary is open to solo travelers and small groups.

July 31 – August 3, 2027

What to expect :

☥ You’ll get access to an exclusive solar eclipse viewing in Luxor from a private, fully equipped observation site in Upper Egypt.

☥ This 4-day itinerary includes guided tours of Luxor Temple, the Valley of the Kings & Queens, and Hatshepsut’s Temple. These will be scheduled in the early morning and in the evening to escape the heat of the day.

☥ You’ll get access to special hotel rates during the Eclipse period, private transportation to and from the sites, tours with an expert Egyptologist and guide, and reservations at delicious local restaurants.

This itinerary is an opportunity to witness an incredible cosmic event in Egypt while visiting some of the most renowned ancient sites in the world.

DAY 1

  • You’ll be picked up from the Luxor airport and transferred to your hotel. You’ll have time to rest before dinner at a local restaurant nearby. Then, you’ll head to an evening visit to Luxor Temple and finish around 10:30 pm. You’ll stay the night in Luxor.

DAY 2

You’ll have breakfast at your hotel before getting picked up for an early visit to the Valley of the Queens. Afterward, you’ll have some free time to escape the heat before visiting Karnak Temple in the evening to watch the infamous sound and light show, describing the history of ancient Egypt. Enjoy dinner at a restaurant famous for North African Tajines using a special Egyptian recipe.

DAY 3

This is the day! The eclipse falls at midday, so you’ll start with an early breakfast, then depart for the Valley of the Kings before the heat of the day. After visiting the ancient tombs, you’ll return to your hotel in time for lunch and to prepare for the Eclipse viewing. Then, you’ll be transported to the viewing site with enough time to witness the event of the century (all special equipment provided)! Afterward, you’ll have dinner at a restaurant by the Nile and head back to your hotel to sleep.

DAY 4

This’ll be your last day in Luxor. You’ll have breakfast at the hotel, then head out for a morning visit to the Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari. Afterward, you’ll return to the hotel to rest, check out, and be transferred to your drop-off point, whether it's Luxor Airport, Hurghada Airport, or Luxor Railway Station.

What’s Included:

  • 3-night accommodations in standard rooms on a half-board basis at a special-rate hotel in Luxor

  • 3 breakfasts and 3 dinners

  • Taxes and service charges

  • Booking fees

  • Airport assistance (meet and assist service upon arrival)

  • Egypt entry Visa (if flying in internationally)

  • All domestic transportation & transfers included in itinerary (in a modern private air-conditioned vehicle)

  • Private English-speaking guide/Egyptologist

  • Entrance fees for sites listed in the itinerary

At Eclipse Viewing Site:

  • Security Clearance at our viewing site in Luxor

  • Certified ISO compliant eclipse viewing glasses provided

  • Seating with shade cover

  • Bottled water, soft drinks, and light refreshments; tea and coffee station

  • Tour Manager and Licensed Egyptologist Guide on site

  • First aid support

  • Commemorative certificate and souvenir gift

What’s Not Included:

  • Personal expenses

  • Travel insurance

  • Tips and gratuities

  • Any meals not mentioned in the itinerary

Other Important Info:

  • August Travel & Heat Notice

    Heat. This is early August in Upper Egypt and on the Red Sea. Daytime temperatures in Luxor regularly pass 42 degrees Celsius, and Hurghada is cooler but humid. This is the single most important thing to understand about this trip.

    The program is built around it: sightseeing in Luxor happens at first light, the middle of the day is spent indoors, and Cairo touring is scheduled to keep the longest walks out of peak heat. Even so, the eclipse itself falls at midday and you will be outdoors at the viewing site for roughly two and a half hours.

    Travelers with heart conditions, respiratory conditions, or difficulty with heat should give this higher attention and speak to their doctor before booking.

    Bring a hat, high factor sunscreen, light colored and long sleeved clothing and drink far more water than feels necessary.

    Eclipse viewing is weather dependent.

    Luxor in August has one of the best clear sky records anywhere on the eclipse path, but no operator can guarantee cloud free skies. The package price covers the arrangements, transport, site and services, not the weather.

    Site capacity.

    Places at the viewing site are limited and are allocated in booking order.

    Do not look at the Sun Without

    Certified filters at any point during the partial phases. Glasses are provided.

    Itinerary changes.

    The itinerary for Luxor Solar Eclipse 2027 Tour is subject to be amended according to government procedures, weather conditions and tour operator guidelines.

    Passport and visa.

    Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond your arrival date. Most nationalities can obtain a visa on arrival or an e-visa. Check the requirements for your own passport before travel.

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