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4 Days The Ultimate Egypt Solar Eclipse Journey
About 4 Days The Ultimate Egypt Solar Eclipse Journey
Experience the extraordinary 2027 Total Solar Eclipse in Egypt on this unforgettable 4-day journey through Aswan, Edfu, Kom Ombo, and Luxor. Explore some of Egypt’s most remarkable ancient temples and landmarks, from the Aswan High Dam and Philae Temple to the temples of Kom Ombo and Edfu. The highlight of the journey is witnessing the Total Solar Eclipse on August 2, 2027, at Karnak Temple in Luxor, where the sky will briefly transform into twilight during this rare celestial event. Your journey concludes with a fascinating exploration of Luxor’s West Bank, including the Valley of the Kings, Valley of the Queens, Hatshepsut Temple, and the Colossi of Memnon.
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Day by day
01 Day 1: Arrival at Aswan - Aswan City Tour 31/07/2027
Welcome to Aswan! When you arrive at the airport or train station in Aswan, our representative will meet you and help you get to your Hotel to start visiting the sights in Aswan: Start your trip by visiting the Aswan High Dam, built between 1960 and 1970 to prevent flooding. Then go to the Philae Temple (Temple of Isis), built to honor the goddess Isis (the goddess of love and beauty in ancient Egypt). Finally, go to the Unfinished Obelisk, the largest obelisk of ancient times sculpted by Queen Hatshepsut.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Overnight: Aswan Hotel
02 Day 2: Edfu and Kom Ombo 01/08/2027
This morning after breakfast, visit Kom Ombo Temple, an unusual temple dedicated to two deities - Sobek and Horus. Continue on to Edfu this evening.Edfu was a flourishing Greek city in ancient times, commonly known as Apollinopolis Magna, after the chief God Horus-Apollo. Here visit Edfu Temple, the Temple of Horus, considered to be the best-preserved temple in Egypt.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Overnight: Aswan Hotel
03 Day 3: East Bank of Luxor 02/08/2027
This day marks the highlight of your journey. After breakfast, Go to Karnak Temple to witness the extraordinary total solar eclipse of 2027. For 6 minutes and 20 seconds, the skies above this ancient site will turn to twilight, offering an awe-inspiring spectacle in a setting like no other.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Overnight: Luxor Hotel
04 Day 4: West Bank of Luxor 03/08/2027
After breakfast, head out to explore the West Bank of Luxor. Visit the Royal Cemetery for 62 Pharaohs, the Valley of the queens, then head to the Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, which was built by the architects of the New Kingdom during the 15th century BCE at Deir El-BahariFinish the day as you marvel at the towering Colossi of Memnon. Transfer to Luxor Airport for your onward journey, carrying with you cherished memories of Egypt’s timeless wonders and the rare spectacle of the 2027 solar eclipse.
Meals: Breakfast.
What's in the price, and what isn't
Included
- Meet and assist service upon arrival and departure.
- Private transfers by air-conditioned vehicle.
- 2 nights accommodation in Aswan at Gloria Hotel or similar.
- 1 night accommodation in Luxor at Luxor View Hotel or similar.
- Daily breakfast at the hotels.
- Lunch during sightseeing tours as mentioned in the itinerary.
- Private guided tours with a qualified English-speaking Egyptologist.
- All sightseeing tours mentioned in the itinerary.
- Entrance fees to all listed sightseeing sites.
- Transportation between Aswan, Kom Ombo, Edfu, and Luxor.
- Bottled water during tours.
- All applicable taxes and service charges.
Not included
- International airfare.
- Entry visa to Egypt.
- Any optional tours or activities.
- Personal expenses.
- Tipping.
Asked and answered
How much will it cost to tour Egypt?
The cost of touring Egypt depends on the type of experience you want. Budget travelers can spend as little as $50 to $100 per day, while luxury tours may range between $200 and $400 daily. At Egy Vacations, we offer customized packages, starting from affordable group tours to exclusive private adventures.
Is it safe to tour Egypt now?
Yes, Egypt is safe to visit! The government prioritizes the safety of tourists, and popular areas such as Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, and the Red Sea resorts are secure and welcoming. With Egy Vacations, we ensure a smooth and worry-free experience from the moment you arrive.
How many days do you need to tour Egypt?
For a comprehensive experience, 7 to 10 days is ideal. This allows you to explore Cairo, the Pyramids, Luxor, and Aswan, and even enjoy some relaxation by the Red Sea. Shorter itineraries of 3–5 days can also cover key highlights, perfect for travelers with limited time.
Which month is best to visit Egypt?
The best time to visit Egypt is during the cooler months, from October to April. This period offers pleasant weather, perfect for sightseeing at the Pyramids and the ancient temples of Upper Egypt.
Is Egypt safe for female tourists?
Absolutely. Female tourists will find Egypt to be safe, especially if they respect local customs and dress modestly in more conservative areas. Joining guided tours like those offered by Egy Vacations adds an extra layer of safety and convenience.
Is Egypt cheap or expensive?
Egypt is generally affordable, especially compared to many other popular tourist destinations. While luxury experiences and accommodations can be costly, local food, transportation, and sightseeing are budget-friendly. At Egy Vacations, we aim to deliver unforgettable experiences within your budget.
Why book with us
Licensed, local, andone WhatsApp away.
We are not a marketplace reselling someone else's tours. The consultant who plans your itinerary is the same person who answers when you message from Luxor at midnight.
Our own guides
Licensed Egyptologists lead every excursion, named in your confirmation, working for us rather than for a subcontractor.
Private by default
No group fillers and no shopping stops. Your party, your pace, and a day that can be rewritten the night before.
One itemised price
Entrance fees, transfers, taxes and internal flights sit inside the quote. Nothing is added at the temple gate.
Nothing to pay to enquire
A full day-by-day itinerary costs you nothing, and a 30% deposit is the first money that changes hands.
24/7 while you travel
One number, answered in Egypt, for the whole trip — not a call centre in another time zone.
Real travellers
5.0 on TripAdvisor,4.9 on Google.
Every quote is a real one, posted under the traveller's own name.
What a great team!
They helped me plan my day and arranged for an Egyptologist and driver to take me to all these places.
Had a great time
Thanks to well organised sightseeing and tour guide Ahmed who was professional and pleasant.
It was the best choice ever
We trusted EgyVacations for our trip to Egypt… They made our trip anxiety free, they solve every problem from our arrival to the airport till our departure.
How to book
Four steps, andno online checkout anywhere.
You talk to a travel consultant, they build your trip, and you only confirm when the itinerary is right.
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Tell us your dates
Your travel month, group size and what you'd like to see. Two minutes on the form, or a message on WhatsApp.
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Get an itinerary and quote
A consultant writes your day-by-day plan with hotels, guides and transfers, priced in your currency. Free, and yours to keep.
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Confirm when it's right
Adjust it as many times as you like. Nothing is booked and nothing is charged until you say the itinerary is right.
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Travel with support
You're met at the airport, and your consultant stays reachable 24/7 for the whole trip — the same person, not a call centre.
Good to know
Travel tips from the peoplewho run the trips.
Pick a question on the left. We answer it the way we would answer it on the phone — with the numbers, and with what we would actually do.
When to go
The comfortable half of the year runs October to April: 20–28 °C in Luxor and Aswan, which is what open-deck sailing and three hours inside a temple actually require.
Daytime20–28 °C
CrowdsPeak Nov–Feb
PricesHighest Dec–Jan
- March and April keep the weather and lose the crowds — the best value window.
- June to August is much cheaper, but afternoons pass 42 °C and excursions run at dawn.
- Christmas and New Year need a 50% deposit, because the cruisers ask us for one too.
Our tip
Book three to four months out for November to February. For a dahabiya, make it four — they carry twelve people and the good cabins go first.
Visas and entry
Most nationalities — US, UK, EU, Australian and Canadian included — get a 30-day tourist visa on arrival, or online as an e-Visa before they fly.
VisaOn arrival
CostUS$25
Valid30 days
- Your passport needs six months’ validity from the day you land.
- The e-Visa is worth doing if you land late — it saves the queue at the bank window.
- We meet you before passport control and handle the paperwork with you.
Our tip
Carry the $25 in cash. The visa window at Cairo takes dollars and gives change in Egyptian pounds, and the card machine is not always working.
Money and tipping
Hotels, cruisers and restaurants take Visa and Mastercard. Markets, tips and small cafés are cash. We quote in US dollars and can invoice in EUR, GBP or AUD.
CardsHotels & cruisers
CashMarkets & tips
QuotesUS dollars
- Tipping is customary, never obligatory, and never inside your price.
- As a guide: $8–10 a day for your guide, $5 for your driver.
- Small notes are worth more than large ones — change is scarce everywhere.
Our tip
Change a little at the airport and the rest at your hotel. Street exchange offices quote well and pay badly.
What to pack
Light cotton for the days, one layer for the evenings, and shoes you can walk a temple in. Everything else you can buy here for less than you paid at home.
DaysLight cotton
EveningsOne warm layer
SitesClosed shoes
- Shoulders and knees covered for mosques — a scarf does the job for both.
- A hat and high-factor sun cream matter more than anything else on this list.
- Deck evenings on the Nile get genuinely cool from December to February.
Our tip
Leave room in the case. Cotton, spices and a hand-made galabeya cost a fraction of the airport price in Khan El Khalili, and your guide will tell you the real one.
Getting around
Cairo to Luxor is an hour by air and ten by road, so almost every itinerary flies it. Between Luxor and Aswan the river is the road, and your room moves with you.
Cairo → Luxor1 hour, by air
Luxor → Aswan3–4 nights
TransfersAll included
- Every transfer, domestic flight and entrance fee sits inside your quote.
- A private car and driver waits for you — no taxis, no haggling, no surprises.
- The sleeper train exists and we will book it, but it is slower and not cheaper.
Our tip
Sail Luxor to Aswan rather than the reverse if you can choose. You go upstream against the current, which means slower, longer afternoons on deck.