5-Day Egypt Total Solar Eclipse 2027: Cairo & Luxor

A 5-day private Egypt tour from July 31 to August 4, 2027, built around the total solar eclipse in Luxor.

From $5,250 per personFinal price confirmed in the written quotation

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Duration5 days / 4 nights

Tour TypeSolar Eclipse Tours

Group SizePrivate

Bright white corona streaming from the eclipsed Sun during totality

Pyramid of Khafre on the Giza Plateau, Egypt

Colossal statue of Ramesses II lying in the Memphis open-air museum near Cairo

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Red facade of the Egyptian Museum on Tahrir Square in Cairo

Open papyrus columns of Karnak Temple against a blue sky

Columns and carved walls in the peristyle court of Ramesses III at Medinet Habu

Tour Details

5-Day Egypt Total Solar Eclipse 2027: Cairo & Luxor

A concise dated itinerary from July 31 to August 4, 2027, with the Giza Pyramids, Karnak, the West Bank and the Egyptian Museum around eclipse day.

Tour priceFrom US$5,250The final price and all inclusions are confirmed in your written quotation before booking.

Eclipse day falls on August 2, 2027, when Luxor lies inside the path of totality. Your guide takes you to the designated viewing location, and the exact site and timings are confirmed locally. Viewing depends on weather and operational conditions, so no sighting can be guaranteed. Quick facts

Duration: 5 days / 4 nights
Tour style: Private, guided
Final schedule: Confirmed in writing before travel

Before you book

Share your group size, rooming needs, mobility requirements and dietary requests before confirmation. Transport, accommodation, admissions, meals and optional services are included only when they appear in the written quotation.

Itinerary

Tour itinerary

Day 01JULY 31: ARRIVAL IN CAIRO

You are met at Cairo International Airport by our representative, assisted through arrival formalities and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is free to rest before the journey begins. The confirmed pickup or transfer time will appear in your final travel documents. Keep passports, tickets and essential personal items accessible, and check luggage allowances for every booked flight. Your representative will explain the next confirmed arrangement. Share mobility, rooming or assistance requirements before travel so the relevant service can be checked rather than assumed.

Day 02AUGUST 1: GIZA PYRAMIDS, SPHINX, SAQQARA & FLIGHT TO LUXOR

You spend the morning on the Giza Plateau at the Pyramids of Khufu, Khafre and Menkaure and visit the Great Sphinx with your Egyptologist guide. You continue to Saqqara, where the Step Pyramid of Djoser, the world's oldest large stone monument, shows how pyramid building began. You take a domestic flight to Luxor and are met on arrival.

Day 03AUGUST 2: KARNAK TEMPLE, TOTAL SOLAR ECLIPSE & LUXOR TEMPLE

You visit Karnak Temple, the largest religious complex ever built, with its Hypostyle Hall of 134 columns. Eclipse day: Luxor lies inside the path of totality, and you are taken to the designated viewing location for the total solar eclipse of August 2, 2027. The exact location and timings are confirmed locally and depend on weather and operational conditions. You also see Luxor Temple, set beside the Nile and linked to Karnak by an ancient avenue of sphinxes.

Day 04AUGUST 3: VALLEY OF THE KINGS, HATSHEPSUT TEMPLE & RETURN TO CAIRO

You cross to the West Bank to visit the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari and the Colossi of Memnon. You then fly back to Cairo. Your licensed guide will set the pace around current access, opening times and the needs of the group. The exact order may change when traffic or site operations require it, without removing confirmed services. Wear suitable walking shoes, carry sun protection and share mobility or dietary requirements before travel so practical arrangements can be checked in advance.

Day 05AUGUST 4: EGYPTIAN MUSEUM, CITADEL & DEPARTURE

You visit the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square, home to the treasures of Tutankhamun and thousands of artifacts spanning Pharaonic history. You also see the Citadel of Saladin and its Muhammad Ali Mosque, with views across the city, and wander the lanes of Khan El Khalili bazaar. You are then transferred to the airport for departure.

✓Tour included

Airport meet-and-assist service on arrival
Private Egyptologist guide for all scheduled sightseeing
Private air-conditioned vehicle for transfers and sightseeing
4 nights accommodation, as specified in the selected package
Domestic flights listed in the itinerary
Entrance fees for the attractions listed in the itinerary
Selected meals
Organized eclipse viewing on August 2, 2027
Taxes and service charges

×Tour excluded

International flights
Egyptian entry visa
Travel insurance
Tips and gratuities
Optional excursions and activities
Meals and drinks not specified in the itinerary
Personal expenses
Solar eclipse glasses and specialist viewing or photography equipment

Egyptian Voyages

Why choose us

Who this suits Travelers who want a short trip with fixed dates built tightly around the eclipse. Eclipse day notes Eclipse glasses are not included, and professional photography equipment may not be permitted at the viewing site. Your guide explains what to bring and what to expect before eclipse day. Why choose this tour with Egyptian Voyages Every Egyptian Voyages journey is private and tailor-made, so dates, pace and extras can be adjusted to your group. Licensed Egyptologists guide each site, and our team stays in contact throughout the trip. Before you book Review the confirmed accommodation, transport, admissions, meals and optional services in your written quotation. Share mobility, dietary, rooming and child-seat requirements before payment so availability can be checked. Planning note Operating times, access and the order of visits can change. Egyptian Voyages confirms the final sequence for the booked date and does not guarantee weather-dependent experiences.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is the total solar eclipse of August 2, 2027 included in the 5-day tour?

Yes. Eclipse day is Day 3 of this 5-day program. Luxor lies inside the path of totality on August 2, 2027, and your guide takes you to the designated viewing location. The exact site and timings are confirmed locally, and viewing depends on weather and operational conditions, so no sighting can be guaranteed.

How long does the total solar eclipse last in Luxor?

Totality lasts about 6 minutes 23 seconds in the Luxor area on August 2, 2027, making it one of the longest total solar eclipses of the century. The exact local timings are confirmed by your guide on the day.

Which dates does the 5-day eclipse tour run on?

This program runs on fixed dates: July 31, 2027 to August 4, 2027, with the eclipse on August 2, 2027. If you need different dates, contact us and we will check availability.

What does the 5-day itinerary cover?

This 5-day, 4-night program covers the Giza Pyramids, the Sphinx, Saqqara, the Egyptian Museum, the Citadel of Saladin, Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, the Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut Temple. Each day has a private Egyptologist guide and a private air-conditioned vehicle for the scheduled sightseeing. See the day-by-day itinerary above for the full sequence.

How much does the 5-day eclipse tour cost?

The starting price is $5,250 per person. The final price depends on your travel dates, hotel category, and group size, and we confirm it in a tailored quote. Contact us for current availability and dates.

What is included in the price, and what is not?

The price includes airport meet-and-assist, a private Egyptologist guide, a private air-conditioned vehicle, accommodation as specified in your package, domestic flights listed in the itinerary, entrance fees for the listed attractions, selected meals, organized eclipse viewing on August 2, 2027, and taxes and service charges. International flights, the Egyptian visa, travel insurance, tips, optional excursions, personal expenses, and eclipse glasses are not included.

Is this a private tour?

Yes. This is a private tour for any group size, with your own Egyptologist guide and vehicle, so the pace can follow your group.

Do I need eclipse glasses, and are they included?

Eclipse glasses are not included. Bring glasses certified to ISO 12312-2, and use them for every partial phase. Glasses come off only during the brief period of totality, when the Sun is fully covered, and go back on as soon as the bright edge returns.

What is the weather like in Egypt in August?

August is very hot in Luxor and Aswan, with strong sun. Pack light, breathable clothing, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a refillable water bottle. Temple visits involve walking and some steps.

How do I check availability for the 5-day eclipse tour?

Fill in the Check Availability form on this page with your preferred dates and group size, or message us on WhatsApp. Our team replies with availability and a tailored quote. Sending an enquiry does not commit you to anything.

Can the itinerary or hotels be customised?

Yes. Dates, pace, hotel category, and activities can be adjusted to suit your group. Tell us what you have in mind, and we will adapt the program while keeping eclipse day in Luxor on August 2, 2027.