Cairo / Giza / Aswan / Kom Ombo / Edfu / Luxor / Abu Simbel
Airport & Travel Services
Meet & greet service at all airports
All transfers via private A/C vehicles
Accommodation
4 nights – Cairo, at a 5★ hotel with breakfast
5 nights – Luxury Dahabiya Nile Cruise on full board basis
Domestic Flights
Cairo ✈ Luxor
Aswan ✈ Cairo
Transportation
All transfers via private A/C vehicles
Guided Tours
Expert Egyptologist for all tours (English-speaking)
Sightseeing & Activities
All entrance fees to sites listed in itinerary
All meals as specified (daily breakfast and cruise full board)
Taxes & Fees
All service charges & taxes included
✘ International airfare
✘ Gratuities (tipping)
✘ Personal expenses
✘ Optional activities
✘ Services not mentioned
You will be warmly met and assisted upon arrival at Cairo International Airport by our dedicated representative, then transferred in a private, air-conditioned van to a luxurious 5-star hotel in Cairo, where your unforgettable journey begins.
Overnight: Hotel in Cairo | Meals: N/A
After a delightful breakfast, begin your day with a private guided visit to the majestic Giza Plateau, home to pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, and Mycerinus—wonders of the ancient world that continue to captivate travelers from around the world. Then we continue to visit the enigmatic Great Sphinx and explore the Valley Temple, rich with history and timeless grandeur.
Following this, you will continue to the iconic Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM)—the largest archaeological museum in the world, housing thousands of priceless artifacts from Egypt’s storied past. Your expert Egyptologist guide will walk you through the museum’s most treasured masterpieces, offering fascinating insights before you enjoy leisure time to explore the vast galleries at your own pace.
Overnight: luxury Hotel in Cairo | Meals: Breakfast.
After your breakfast, your day of discovery begins with a visit to the Citadel of Saladin, a grand fortress offering panoramic views of the city. Within its historic walls, you'll explore the stunning Mosque of Mohammed Ali, also known as the Alabaster Mosque, a masterpiece of Ottoman architecture that dominates Cairo’s skyline.
Next, step back in time as you wander through Coptic Cairo, where ancient traditions and sacred sites await. You’ll visit the iconic Hanging Church (St. Mary’s Church), gracefully suspended above the ruins of the Roman-built Fortress of Babylon. Continue on to St. Sergius Church, believed to be one of the resting places of the Holy Family during their time in Egypt.
Later, you will explore the vibrant vibes of the Khan El Khalili Bazaar, one of the Middle East’s oldest and most famous marketplaces. Here, you'll have time to stroll through winding alleys, explore traditional Egyptian crafts, and perhaps pick up a few treasures of your own.
Overnight: Hotel in Cairo| Meals: Breakfast
In the morning, you will take a short flight from Cairo to Luxor, where your journey will continue aboard your luxurious Dahabiya for the next 6 days and 5 nights—as we get a step closer to the main event: the Solar Eclipse.
Upon arrival in Luxor, your private Egyptologist guide will escort you to the Karnak Temple Complex, the largest religious structure ever constructed. Known in ancient times as Ipet-isut, or “the Most Sacred of Places,” this awe-inspiring complex was built over more than 2,000 years by successive generations of pharaohs.
Your journey continues with a visit to the beautifully illuminated Luxor Temple. It was built by Amenhotep III and Ramses II, this temple was once the setting for grand rituals and festivals, dedicated to the god Amun. As it’ surrounded by ancient grandeur, your immersion into Egypt’s royal past has truly begun!
Overnight: Aboard Luxury Dahabiya cruise | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today is the day of the solar eclipse. You will enjoy a hearty breakfast and some time to relax before heading to the main event. We will head to the approved solar eclipse viewing site around midday. There, you’ll witness the incredible moment as the moon covers the sun for around six minutes and twenty-two seconds! You'll experience this rare and awe-inspiring phenomenon alongside fellow eclipse enthusiasts.
Please make sure to wear light, breathable clothing, as the weather can be quite hot, and don’t forget to bring your solar viewing glasses to safely enjoy the eclipse. After the event, you'll return to Dahabiya to relax and reflect on the experience.
Overnight: Aboard the Luxury Dahabiya Cruise | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After a leisurely breakfast, you will head to the West Bank of the Nile to behold the awe-inspiring Colossi of Memnon, two monumental statues that have stood the test of time. We continues to the Valley of the Kings, the sacred necropolis where the magnificent tombs of pharaohs lie hidden beneath the desert sands. Here, you will have the unique opportunity to visit the tomb of King Tutankhamen (optional, at an additional cost), one of Egypt’s most famous and fascinating discoveries.
Next, you will explore the Temple of Hatshepsut at El Deir El Bahari, an architectural masterpiece dedicated to Egypt’s powerful female pharaoh. After this captivating tour, you will return to your Dahabiya as it sets sail towards Edfu, where you will explore the remarkably well-preserved Temple of Horus, celebrated as one of Egypt’s most exquisite and iconic temples.
Overnight: Aboard the Dahabiya | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
We continue journey to Kom Ombo, where you will be enchanted by the spectacular Kom Ombo Temple—a rare double sanctuary dedicated to the falcon-headed god Horus and the crocodile god Sobek. This unique temple offers a fascinating glimpse into ancient Egyptian spirituality and architecture!
After the tour you will head back to the Dahabiya, and as you enjoy the beauty of the Nile while sailing, we will make our way onward toward Aswan, where more wonders await.
Overnight: Aboard the Luxury Dahabiya Cruise | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
After your breakfast, you have a day full of captivating sightseeing in Aswan. It will begin with a visit to the impressive Aswan High Dam, an engineering marvel that tames the Nile’s mighty flow, followed by the remarkable Unfinished Obelisk, an ancient testament to Egyptian craftsmanship.
Next, you will explore the enchanting Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis and beautifully situated on an island surrounded by the Nile. You will then sail around Elephantine Island aboard a traditional local felucca.
As the day draws to a close, experience the warmth and vibrant culture of the Nubian Village during the magical glow of sunset, creating memories that will last a lifetime!
Overnight: Aboard the Luxury Dahabiya Cruise | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Today, after a delightful breakfast, you will disembark from your Dahabiya and be transferred to Aswan Airport for your flight back to Cairo, as we are near the end of this exceptional journey.
Optional morning tour: Abu Simbel Tour = $300 USD per person.
Overnight: Cairo Hotel | Meals: Breakfast.
After your breakfast, you will check out of the hotel and be privately transferred to the airport, bringing to a close this truly one-of-a-kind and unforgettable journey.
Your Egypt Tours is honored to be part of this once-in-a-lifetime, phenomenal experience, guiding you through the wonders of Egypt with care and expertise.
Meals: Breakfast
Child traveling with two accompanying adults will pay the following:
· 0 Years to 1.99 years of age: Free of charge.
· 2 years to 4.99 years of age: 50% from the full rate.
· 5 years to 11.99 years of age: 75% from the full rate
· 12+ pay full tour price as per adult person.
Notes:
Children policy is applied to children who share rooms with their parents (Maximum 1 Child sharing parent's room. If 2 children or more, they will stay in another connected room or a room next to the parent’s room).
Please note that the tour itinerary and order may change.
This tour must be booked at least 24 hours in advance of your Egypt travel date. Confirmation of this tour will be received at time of booking.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Infant seats are available on request if advised at time of booking.
The duration of the tours are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
For your comfort and enjoyment, be sure to pack the following:
Essentials: Hat, camera, and umbrella.
Health and Comfort: Any necessary medication, comfortable shoes, sunblock, and sunglasses.
Clothing: Light, cotton clothes for summer and warm clothing for winter months.
Documents: Ensure your passport is valid for at least 6 months.
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The solar eclipse will occur at Luxor in the 2nd of August. In that moment, the Moon will completely obscure the Sun and cast a Moon shadow over Earth, beginning an incredible 6 minutes and 20 seconds of priceless totality.
For Pharaohs, the eclipse was considered a struggle between the serpent Apophis and the sun god, as the snake symbolizes evil and chaos, and it tries hard to sink the solar boat that transports the sun, but it fails every time.
According to the Encyclopedia of Egyptian Researchers, the ancient Egyptians did not keep specific records of solar eclipses, and there is no doubt that an event like this did not go unnoticed by those Egyptians interested in astronomy, especially since they worshiped the sun. Some scholars have suggested that the eclipse events were deliberately not recorded because they represented a somber event in the eyes of the ancient Egyptians, and were therefore ignored so as not to immortalize them in any way, or arouse the wrath of Ra, the sun god.
According to Egyptian mythology, the world briefly sank into darkness when the giant serpent Apep sucked up the sun god Ra during an eclipse. The people performed rites and ceremonies, such as noisily beating pots and drums to frighten away the serpent and safeguard the sun deity, in order to fend off this cosmic menace.
In Luxor, the site of ancient Thebes, is set to host the 2027 Eclipse:
• The Valley of the Kings, a collection of rock-cut tombs, is the most popular spot due to its symmetric architecture and cliff-face location.
• Other popular spots include the "Deir el Bahri" walk and the Colossi of Memnon in Theban Necropolis.
• Other popular locations include the Valley of the Queens, the Karnak complex, and Luxor Temple.
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