About This Tour
This exclusive 8 Days Luxor Total Solar Eclipse Tour 2027 with Tango Travel is the ultimate blend of deep cultural exploration and celestial wonder. Running from July 28th to August 4th, 2027, this package ensures you fully explore the legendary temples of Luxor, Aswan, Dendera, and Abydos before witnessing the longest Total Solar Eclipse of the century (over 6 minutes of totality) from the ancient city of Thebes.
The itinerary is meticulously planned to avoid the midday heat, placing the heaviest sightseeing in the cooler early mornings and late afternoons. You are guaranteed a safe, comfortable, and educationally rich experience with a seasoned Egyptologist, a dedicated astronomy specialist, and a reserved viewing location for the eclipse.
Highlights
- Multi Languages Tour guide
- All Transfers with new modern cars
- Entrance fees for Sightseeing
- Professional session for Solar Eclipse
What’s Included
- 7 Nights in a comfortable 3-Star Hotel in Luxor with daily breakfast
- All excursions mentioned in the 8-day itinerary
- Full services of a dedicated English-Speaking Egyptologist Guide for all sightseeing days
- All entrance fees to the sites mentioned
- All ground transportation in a modern, air-conditioned vehicle
- Certified ISO-approved Eclipse Viewing Glasses, detailed Briefing Session, and access to the dedicated Viewing Location on Aug 2nd.
- Daily Breakfast, Lunch on Day 2, Day 3, and Day 5, plus the Celebratory Dinner on Eclipse Day (Day 6).
- Meet & Assist and Private Pick-up & Drop-off from Luxor Airport.
- Water & soft drinks provided during all tours.
- International Flights to and from Luxor (LXR).
- Optional Tours (e.g., Hot Air Balloon Ride, Luxor Museum, Sound & Light Show, etc.).
- Tips (Gratuities) for guides, drivers, and hotel staff.
Tour Plan
Expand allCollapse allArrival in Luxor (July 27, 2027)
- Arrival & Transfer: Meet & Assist at Luxor Airport (LXR) and private transfer to your centrally located 3-star hotel.
- Check-in: Check-in and leisure time to relax and acclimatize.
- Overnight: Luxor.
Abydos & Dendera Temples (July 28, 2027)
- Full-Day Tour: Early morning start (approx. 5:00 AM) to avoid the heat.
- Visit Abydos Temple (Temple of Seti I), known for the most detailed hieroglyphs and the King List.
- Visit Dendera Temple (Temple of Hathor), famous for its magnificent hypostyle hall and the Zodiac ceiling.
- Lunch: Included lunch en route.
- Overnight: Luxor.
Aswan Day Tour (July 29, 2027)
- Full-Day Tour: Early start for the drive south to Aswan.
- Aswan Sightseeing: Visit the Aswan High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk, and take a boat trip to the beautiful island sanctuary of Philae Temple.
- Lunch: Included lunch in Aswan.
- Overnight: Luxor.
Leisure & Eclipse Briefing (July 30, 2027)
- Morning Leisure: Free time to rest, relax by the hotel pool, or explore the local market.
- Afternoon: Eclipse Briefing Session: Attend the mandatory informative session led by our astronomy expert and Egyptologist to cover safety, timing, photography tips, and the event’s cultural context.
- Evening: Optional Welcome Dinner (not included).
- Overnight: Luxor.
Karnak & Luxor Temples (August 31, 2027)
- Late Morning / Afternoon: Visit the vast Karnak Temple, focusing on the Great Hypostyle Hall.
- Lunch: Included authentic Egyptian lunch.
- Sunset & Evening: Visit Luxor Temple in the late afternoon to see the dramatic lighting and illumination after dark.
- Overnight: Luxor.
Luxor Free Day (August 01, 2027)
- Full Free Day: Use this day for optional activities (Hot Air Balloon Ride at sunrise, Luxor Museum visit, Felucca sailing) or rest after the intensive sightseeing.
- Overnight: Luxor
West Bank & The Moment of Totality (August 02, 2027) - ECLIPSE DAY
- Early Morning: West Bank Exploration:
- Visit the Valley of the Kings (includes entrance to 3 magnificent royal tombs).
- Visit the magnificent Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut.
- Photo stop at the Colossi of Memnon.
- Midday (approx. 1:05 PM): TOTAL SOLAR ECLIPSE Viewing: Transfer to the exclusive, comfortable viewing location. Witness the incredible 6+ minutes of totality with your provided certified glasses.
- Celebratory Evening: Celebratory Dinner (Included) to mark the momentous cosmic event.
- Overnight: Luxor.
Departure (August 03, 2027)
- Morning: Final breakfast at the hotel.
- Check-out & Transfer: Private transfer to Luxor Airport (LXR) for your final departure
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