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7 Days Egypt Total Solar Eclipse Tour – Cairo & Red Sea
About 7 Days Egypt Total Solar Eclipse Tour – Cairo & Red Sea
Escape to Egypt for an unforgettable 7 Days Egypt Total Solar Eclipse Tour, combining the vibrant atmosphere of Cairo with the stunning beauty of the Red Sea. Designed around the extraordinary Total Solar Eclipse of 2 August 2027, this itinerary offers the perfect balance of relaxation, spectacular natural scenery, and one of the rarest astronomical events of the century. Begin your journey in Cairo before flying south to the breathtaking Red Sea coast of Marsa Alam, renowned for its crystal-clear waters, pristine beaches, and world-famous coral reefs. Spend four relaxing nights at a comfortable beachfront resort, where you can enjoy snorkeling, diving, boat trips, and a variety of optional water sports. On eclipse day, witness approximately 6 minutes and 15 seconds of totality, making Marsa Alam one of the world’s premier viewing locations for this once-in-a-lifetime celestial event. Whether you’re an eclipse chaser, nature enthusiast, diver, photographer, or simply seeking a unique holiday experience, this tour offers the perfect opportunity to combine luxury, relaxation, and an unforgettable natural phenomenon.
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Day by day
01 Day 1: Arrival in Cairo - 30th July 2027
Upon your arrival at Cairo International Airport, our representative will meet and assist you before transferring you by private air-conditioned vehicle to your hotel.
The remainder of the day is free to relax or begin exploring the vibrant capital of Egypt at your own pace.
Overnight in Cairo
02 Day 2: Fly to Marsa Alam and stay on the Red Sea - 31st July 2027
After breakfast, transfer to Cairo Airport for your domestic flight to Marsa Alam. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your Red Sea resort in Marsa Alam. Check in and spend the next four nights enjoying the crystal clear waters, pristine beaches, and spectacular coral reefs of the Red Sea.
The remainder of the day is free to relax and enjoy the resort.
Optional: Stargazing Experience.
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Overnight on the Red Sea
03 Day 3: Leisure on the Red Sea - 1st August 2027
Enjoy a full day at leisure to experience everything the Red Sea has to offer.
Whether you prefer relaxing by the beach, swimming, or discovering the incredible underwater world, this destination offers something for everyone. A variety of optional activities are available, including snorkeling, scuba diving, boat excursions, kite surfing, and other water sports.
The nearby coral reefs are home to vibrant marine life, making this area one of Egypt's most spectacular snorkeling and diving destinations.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight on the Red Sea
04 Day 4: Total Solar Eclipse Experience - 2nd August 2027
Today is the highlight of your journey.
Spend the day at your resort, perfectly positioned for one of nature's most extraordinary events the Total Solar Eclipse of 2nd August 2027.
With clear skies, minimal crowds, and the sun almost directly overhead, this location offers outstanding viewing conditions. Simply relax and witness this unforgettable astronomical phenomenon as totality lasts for approximately 6 minutes and 15 seconds.
The remainder of the day is free to celebrate this once-in-a-lifetime experience at the resort.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight on the Red Sea
05 Day 5: Leisure on the Red Sea - 3rd August 2027
Another relaxing day to enjoy your stay on the Red Sea coast.
Take advantage of the resort's facilities or join one of the optional excursions available, including diving, snorkeling, boat trips, kite surfing, and various water activities.
This region is widely regarded as one of Egypt's finest destinations for underwater adventures, suitable for both beginners and experienced divers.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight on the Red Sea
06 Day 6: Return to Cairo - 4th August 2027
After breakfast, check out and transfer back to Marsa Alam Airport for your domestic flight to Cairo.
Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel for your final evening in Egypt. Enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.
Meals: Breakfast
Overnight in Cairo
07 Day 7: Departure - 5th August 2027
After breakfast, check out from your hotel and transfer to Cairo International Airport for your departure flight.
We hope you leave Egypt with unforgettable memories and look forward to welcoming you again in the future.
Meals: Breakfast.
What's in the price, and what isn't
Included
- Meet and greet service by our representatives upon your airport arrival
- Assistance with guest relations during your stay
- All transfers via private air-conditioned vehicle
- Accommodation for 2 nights cairo hotel, b.b
- Accommodation for 4 nights in Marsa Alam on a Full Board basis (A.I.).
- All meals mentioned on the itinerary
- bottled mineral water during sightseeing tours and transfers.
- All service charges and taxes.
Not included
- International Airfare
- Domestic flight tickets from Cairo to Marsa Alam and Marsa Alam to Cairo
- Entry visa to Egypt
- Any optional tours
- Personal spending
- 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.