On 2 August 2027 the Moon will fully cover the Sun over Upper Egypt, with Luxor close to the centre of the path.
Plan your Egypt eclipse trip with private guides, Nile cruises and temple visits, built around the date.
A total solar eclipse happens when the Moon passes directly between the Earth and the Sun and blocks the Sun’s disc completely. For a few minutes day turns to twilight, temperatures dip, and the Sun’s corona becomes visible.
The 2 August 2027 eclipse crosses southern Spain, North Africa and the Arabian Peninsula. Upper Egypt is one of the best places on land to watch it, because Luxor sits close to the centre line, where totality lasts longest.
Exact timing and duration depend on your viewing spot, so we confirm them for each program before it is published.
Few places let you pair a total eclipse with some of the most important temples on Earth. Watch the sky go dark, then spend the surrounding days on the Nile with a private Egyptologist guide.
Luxor is close to the middle of the path, where totality is at its longest on land.
Karnak, the Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut’s temple are all within reach of your eclipse base.
Combine the eclipse with a Nile cruise between Aswan and Luxor, subject to the cruise schedule on the day.
Private guides, transfers and timing, so eclipse day is not left to chance. Weather is never guaranteed, and we plan with that in mind.
We are building eclipse editions of our most popular programs. Dates, viewing spots and prices are confirmed program by program, so each card below shows what is fixed and what is still to be confirmed.
A 4-day, 3-night Nile cruise itinerary from Aswan to Luxor, covering Kom Ombo, Edfu, the Esna Lock, and Luxor's East and West Banks.
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A realistic one-day Luxor itinerary covering Karnak Temple, the Valley of the Kings, and Hatshepsut's temple.
View ItineraryTotality lasts only minutes. Use the days around it to see the rest of Egypt.
Reach Luxor at least a day or two before 2 August, so travel delays do not cost you the eclipse.
Hotels and cruise cabins around Luxor will fill up as the date nears. See our
August in Upper Egypt is very hot. Carry water, wear a hat and light clothing, and plan sightseeing for early morning.
Use only glasses that meet the ISO 12312-2 standard. Ordinary sunglasses are not safe for looking at the Sun.
The total solar eclipse takes place on Monday, 2 August 2027.
Luxor is close to the centre of the path of totality, which makes it one of the best places to watch. Aswan is also inside the path. We confirm the exact viewing spot for each tour.
Totality is predicted to last about 6 minutes and 22 seconds near Luxor. The exact length varies a little with your position.
We are preparing eclipse editions of our Luxor, Nile cruise and multi-city programs. Message us on WhatsApp with your dates and we will tell you what is available and how our current programs can fit around the eclipse.
Inclusions are confirmed for each program. For reference, our current 4-day Nile cruise includes a cabin, meals on board, a licensed Egyptologist guide for shore excursions and entrance fees to the main sites. Flights, visas and tips are not included.
Yes, if the cruise places you in the Luxor or Aswan area on 2 August. We check the sailing schedule before offering a cruise as an eclipse program.
It depends on your interests. A short trip can focus on Luxor alone, while a longer one can add a Nile cruise, Aswan and Cairo. Tell us how long you have and we will suggest a route.
Eclipse-edition prices will be published once each program is confirmed. For reference, our standard 4-day Nile cruise starts from $450 and our one-day Luxor tour from $100, but prices for the eclipse dates may differ.
As early as you can. Hotels, cruise cabins and guides around Luxor will be in high demand for that date.
Yes. Share your dates, group size and interests and our team will design a private itinerary around the eclipse.
Bring eclipse glasses that meet the ISO 12312-2 standard, plus a hat, sunscreen, light clothing and plenty of water. Do not look at the Sun without proper protection, except during the brief moments of full totality when guidance says it is safe.
Cairo will see only a partial eclipse. To watch totality you need to be in the path, for example in Luxor or Aswan.
Share where you want to go, when you plan to travel and what interests you most. We will reply with options for your Egypt eclipse trip.
