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Private Egypt journeys · 2 August 2027

The Luxor eclipse.
An extraordinary Egypt journey.

Build your private journey around the total solar eclipse, then discover the temples, cities and river that make Egypt unforgettable.

Three proposed routes, one fixed celestial date. We shape the days around it to your party, interests and pace.

Choose your eclipse journey

Enquiries open · availability and pricing confirmed by personal proposal.

Conceptual visualization of a total solar eclipse above Luxor Temple and a crowd
Conceptual visualization · © Dan Aug Studio 2026.
Eclipse date
Monday, 2 August 2027
Our viewing focus
Luxor, within the path of totality
Totality in Luxor
Approximately 6 minutes 22 seconds

Why put Luxor at the heart of your trip?

Luxor lies in the totality belt. Cairo and Giza do not: a dramatic partial eclipse there is a different experience from seeing the Sun fully covered. Our routes put the viewing day first, with travel to Luxor planned beforehand.

Explore the National Solar Observatory eclipse map

A day to protect in your itinerary

Plan to be in Luxor by 31 July, with 1 August as a preparation day. Avoid relying on an arrival flight or long transfer on eclipse morning. Allow for summer heat with morning sightseeing, time indoors, water and shade; discuss viewing-site facilities before booking.

The sample routes allow this buffer. Flight schedules, hotels, transfers and viewing-site permissions still need confirmation. Weather can affect what you see.

Choose how Egypt unfolds around the eclipse.

These dates and routes are planning ideas, not confirmed departures. Extend your stay or adjust the route while keeping 2 August in the Luxor area.

5 days · 4 nights

Luxor Eclipse Stay 2027

31 July–4 August 2027

Luxor

Travellers who want to give the eclipse their full attention.

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  1. 31 July · Arrive in Luxor

    Settle into your hotel, with time to recover from the journey.

  2. 1 August · Ancient Thebes

    An early temple visit, an afternoon at rest and time to prepare for eclipse day.

  3. 2 August · The eclipse

    A dedicated viewing day in the Luxor area, with the location and access agreed in your proposal.

  4. 3 August · The West Bank

    Explore selected tombs and temples in the cooler morning hours; the afternoon is yours.

  5. 4 August · Depart

    A planned transfer for your onward journey.

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7 days · 6 nights

Cairo & Luxor Eclipse Journey 2027

29 July–4 August 2027

Cairo · Luxor

A first visit to Egypt, pairing its great monuments with totality.

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  1. 29 July · Arrive in Cairo

    Airport transfer and an easy first evening.

  2. 30 July · Giza & the museum

    Choose a Giza and Grand Egyptian Museum programme that suits your pace.

  3. 31 July · Travel to Luxor

    A proposed domestic flight brings you to Luxor two days before the eclipse, subject to schedules.

  4. 1 August · Temples & preparation

    Karnak or Luxor Temple early in the day, followed by rest and viewing preparations.

  5. 2 August · The eclipse

    Keep the day free for your agreed Luxor-area viewing programme.

  6. 3 August · The West Bank

    A morning of ancient Thebes with time to unwind afterward.

  7. 4 August · Depart

    Arrange your onward flight or Cairo connection in the proposal.

Enquire about Cairo & Luxor Eclipse Journey 2027

11 days · 10 nights

Eclipse & the Nile Journey 2027

29 July–8 August 2027

Cairo · Luxor · Nile · Aswan

Travellers who want a longer Egypt journey around eclipse day.

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  1. 29–30 July · Cairo

    Arrive, then explore Giza and the museum at a considered pace.

  2. 31 July–1 August · Luxor

    Travel to Luxor ahead of the event; combine early sightseeing with rest.

  3. 2 August · The eclipse

    View from the agreed Luxor-area location. A boat deck is not assumed to be the viewing site.

  4. 3–7 August · Nile & Aswan

    Request a sailing and Aswan programme after the eclipse. Vessel, embarkation point, nights and stops depend on available schedules.

  5. 8 August · Depart

    An onward transfer and any connecting flights are set out in the proposal.

Enquire about Eclipse & the Nile Journey 2027

From enquiry to a considered proposal.

  1. Choose a route and tell us your party size, preferred hotel style, travel dates and any accessibility or photography needs.
  2. We check accommodation, transport and a suitable viewing arrangement, then reply personally, usually within one to two working days.
  3. Review your itemised proposal, including the viewing location, facilities, inclusions, payment schedule and cancellation terms, before deciding.

Request shade, seating, drinking water, toilets, safe solar viewers and any astronomy support explicitly. Their provision must be stated in your proposal. International flights, visas, insurance and specialist equipment are not assumed to be included.

Your eclipse questions, answered.

When is the eclipse in Luxor?

Monday, 2 August 2027. Current calculations give about 6 minutes 22 seconds of totality in Luxor, with maximum around 1:05 pm local time (EEST, UTC+3). The full partial-to-partial event runs approximately 11:40 am–2:26 pm. Timings and duration vary with the exact viewing coordinates; reconfirm them before travel.

Can we see totality from Cairo or the Pyramids?

Cairo and Giza are outside the path of totality. They can be part of your wider journey, but these itineraries place you in the Luxor area for the total eclipse. Check your precise viewing location on the linked eclipse map.

Is this a confirmed group departure?

These are proposed private itineraries for your party. Accommodation, viewing-site access, transport and any specialist support must be checked. An enquiry does not reserve a room or a viewing place, and there is no obligation to book.

How much does an eclipse journey cost?

We prepare an itemised quotation for your dates, party size and accommodation preferences. It sets out inclusions, exclusions, currency, payment dates and supplier-specific cancellation terms. We do not list unconfirmed prices or take payment on this page.

Can we view from Karnak or from a Nile boat?

Neither temple access nor a boat viewing position is promised. The final site needs appropriate permissions, a suitable sky view and access arrangements. A Nile sailing can be requested as an extension; its route must not take you away from the agreed viewing location on eclipse day.

What if the weather or access changes?

Clear skies and uninterrupted viewing cannot be guaranteed. Ask how weather, access restrictions, itinerary changes and cancellations are handled in the written terms before paying. Consider travel insurance suitable for your circumstances and check current travel advice before booking.

Can children or travellers with mobility needs join?

Tell us about ages, mobility, medical or heat-related needs when enquiring. Ask for suitable transfers, seating, toilets, shade and the distance from your hotel to the proposed viewing site. Accessibility and support are confirmed for the actual arrangements, not assumed.

The facts behind the journey.

Astronomy and viewing guidance checked on . Local times currently use EEST (UTC+3); exact contact times, duration and local clock rules should be reconfirmed for your chosen site.

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