Visit the remarkable Kom Ombo Temple, one of the most unique temples along the Nile. Built during the Greco-Roman period, the temple features a rare double design, with one section dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile god, and the other to Horus, the falcon-headed god.

Explore the temple's ancient reliefs, columns, and inscriptions while learning about ancient Egyptian mythology, medicine, and religious traditions.

After the visit, return to your luxury Dahabiya and continue sailing toward Luxor. Enjoy lunch and dinner on board while relaxing in the peaceful atmosphere of the Nile and taking in the changing scenery of Upper Egypt.

Overnight on board the luxury Dahabiya.

Visit the magnificent Edfu Temple, one of the best-preserved ancient Egyptian temples and a major highlight of any Dahabiya Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor.

Built during the Ptolemaic period (237–57 BC), the temple was dedicated to Horus, the falcon-headed god of the sky. Its impressive pylons, detailed hieroglyphic inscriptions, and beautifully preserved reliefs tell the legendary story of the battle between Horus and Set.

Discover the fascinating combination of Ancient Egyptian and Greco-Roman architecture, explore the temple with your private Egyptologist guide, and then return to your luxury Dahabiya.

Enjoy lunch and dinner on board while sailing peacefully toward Luxor, surrounded by the timeless landscapes and villages of the Nile Valley.

Overnight on board the luxury Dahabiya.

♦ Explore the magnificent Karnak Temple Complex, one of the largest and most important religious sites in ancient Egypt.

♦ Discover the impressive Hypostyle Hall, sacred lake, obelisks, pylons, and ancient sanctuaries, while your Egyptologist guide explains the ancient Egyptians' profound connection with the Sun, gods, and celestial world.

Preparing for the Total Solar Eclipse

♦ Around 11:00 AM, proceed to the designated solar eclipse viewing location in Luxor.

♦ Receive certified solar eclipse glasses and important safety instructions for observing this rare astronomical event.

♦ Get ready for the extraordinary spectacle as the Moon gradually moves across the Sun, changing the appearance of the daylight over Luxor.

The Total Solar Eclipse Begins

♦ Around 11:40 AM, the partial solar eclipse begins as the Moon starts covering the Sun.

♦ Watch the sunlight gradually fade as the Moon increasingly obscures the solar disk.

♦ The landscape begins to take on an unusual appearance as daylight changes and the atmosphere moves toward an extraordinary twilight.

Totality – The Day Turns to Night

♦ At approximately 1:02 PM, Luxor reaches the most anticipated moment of the journey: totality.

♦ The Moon completely covers the Sun, revealing the spectacular solar corona and transforming the daytime sky into darkness.

♦ Experience the rare and unforgettable combination of a Total Solar Eclipse in Luxor and the monumental heritage of ancient Thebes.

♦ During totality, witness the dramatic change in the sky and landscape as daylight turns into darkness, creating a once-in-a-lifetime experience in the heart of Egypt.

♦ Your expert Egyptologist guide will explain the astronomical significance of the event while highlighting the fascinating relationship between the Sun, astronomy, and ancient Egyptian civilization.

After the Eclipse

♦ Enjoy the extraordinary atmosphere as the Moon moves away from the Sun and daylight gradually returns.

♦ Capture unforgettable memories of witnessing the Total Solar Eclipse of 2027 in Luxor, one of the rarest astronomical experiences to take place over Egypt.

♦ Continue to Luxor Temple, one of the most impressive monuments on Luxor's East Bank.

♦ Discover its magnificent courtyards, columns, and statues, along with its important connection to the ancient Opet Festival and Amun-Ra.

♦ If time permits, enjoy a short walk along the Avenue of Sphinxes, the ancient ceremonial road that once connected Karnak Temple with Luxor Temple.

5-Star Hotel Accommodation in Luxor

♦ After completing your Total Solar Eclipse experience and Luxor sightseeing, transfer to your 5-star hotel in Luxor.

♦ Check in, relax, and enjoy your evening after an extraordinary day combining Ancient Egypt, the Nile, luxury accommodation, and the Total Solar Eclipse of August 2, 2027.

♦ Overnight at a 5-star hotel in Luxor.

♦ Explore the famous Valley of the Kings, the royal burial ground of the New Kingdom pharaohs.

♦ Discover beautifully decorated ancient tombs belonging to the 18th, 19th, and 20th Dynasties, with colorful scenes depicting ancient Egyptian beliefs about the afterlife.

♦ The Valley of the Kings is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most important highlights of any Luxor Egypt Tour.

♦ Visit the spectacular Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir El-Bahari, one of the most impressive examples of ancient Egyptian architecture.

♦ Admire its monumental terraces, columns, and reliefs while learning about Queen Hatshepsut, one of Egypt's most powerful female pharaohs.

♦ Stop at the iconic Colossi of Memnon, two massive quartzite statues of King Amenhotep III overlooking the Theban Necropolis.

♦ These monumental statues are among the most famous landmarks of Ancient Thebes and Luxor West Bank.

♦ Enjoy a delicious Egyptian lunch at a local restaurant after completing your West Bank sightseeing.

♦ After lunch, continue your journey according to your departure arrangements, with private transfer to Luxor Airport, Train Station, or your next destination.

♦ End your unforgettable 5-Day Egypt Total Solar Eclipse Tour, combining the 2027 Total Solar Eclipse in Luxor, a luxury Dahabiya Nile journey from Aswan to Luxor, and the ancient treasures of Aswan and Luxor.