9 days
Private Tour
Everyday
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Behold the wonders of Egypt Tours under a darkened sun on a 9-day sojourn set in 2027, with a Nile cruise adventure. Begin your journey in Cairo, the land of the Pharaohs, and home to glorious antiquities, including the Sphinx and Pyramid, Experience a mesmerizing total solar eclipse in the city of Luxor, where the Moon slowly covers the Sun, casting a breathtaking twilight of over 6 minutes on the world, Sail along the Nile River, explore the ancient temples, and villages that have been lively on its banks for hundreds of years. Visit Karnak Temple, the Valley of Kings, Edfu Temple, Philae Temple, and the awesome Abu Simbel Temples with exhibits that give testimony to Egypt's most incredible past, Come with me on this truly memorable discovery of historical treasures and heavenly events. Live with the beauty of Egypt's history and the cosmic dance during the eclipse with this itinerary over 9 days that includes an adventure by a Nile cruise.
9-Day Cruise with the Best of Egypt travel Packages : See Cairo, Giza Saqqara, and Dahshour Unveil the Ancient Wonders of Cairo: The journey begins in Cairo day tour, a city of the Sphinx and monumental Pyramids, which are the representatives of history. Walk the streets of the buzzing city and feel the old secrets it holds.
Discover the Rich History of Luxor: Immerse yourself in the history of Luxor by visiting the Valley of the Kings and the magnificent Temple of Karnak. Witness amazing designs and hieroglyphics that tell the tales of the Pharaohs.
Witness the Egypt Solar Eclipse 2027 in Luxor: Watch one of the most magnificent solar eclipses while in Luxor. As the city will be transformed into a celestial spectacle, this will be a magical experience.
Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan: Sail through the delightful Nile cruise on the timeless river as it drives you, observing all the stunning landscapes as well as all the ancient temples and tombs that are dispersed throughout. Get engrossed in the historical splendor of Egypt.
Abu Simbel Temples: End this journey with a visit to the magnificently built temples of Abu Simbel, a milestone of creative ancient architecture and the devotion of pharaohs, You are also able to witness how great the management of the precision level was in these cliff-carved temples.
Experience the Celestial Phenomenon: Witness the cosmic dance of a solar eclipse with the moon covering the sun, among diverse marvels from the past. This charming occasion will contribute to the adventure of Egypt in your life like no other activity.
Expert Guided Tours: Knowledgeable tour guides take you through this land of mysteries, from the historical landmarks to their cultural value in context with Deluxe tours
All the service charges and local taxes are also part of this package.
A most welcome feeling comes over you immediately upon your arrival in Egypt. One of our professional representatives, carrying our sign with your name, is waiting for you in the arrival hall. He will assist you in all airport procedures quickly so that you go through everything with ease, help you through with all your visa requirements, and carry your luggage so that you can enjoy the excitement ahead. An air-conditioned car will be waiting to take you to your hotel in Cairo. Freshen up, relax and then prepare to have an immersion in this very historical city.
After breakfast at your hotel, your knowledge tour guide will come pick you up from your hotel to enjoy an exciting full-day tour exploring Egypt's most iconic ancient sites.
Discover the very essence of the three great pyramids and the sphinx. It is a breathtaking experience to stand in front of the three Great Pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure; their architecture is simply unbelievable. Watch your guide narrate the exciting history of how all those pyramids were built, disclosing the reason for constructing the pyramids and disclosing their date of birth. Time-fade as you laze in the shadow of these humongous edifices.
Next, and most exciting you will travel south to Saqqara’s step pyramid the oldest pyramid in the world. Here you will know a lot of knowledge about the first rulers of Egypt.
Then your final stop will be to visit the oldest capital Memphis, founded by King Menes. Over its 5000-year history, Memphis served as a center of culture and governance. During your visit, you'll witness the impressive statue of Ramses II and the alabaster Sphinx of Memphis.
After this amazing tour, you will get to enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant. Then your driver and tour guide will drop you off at your hotel.
Meals: breakfast and lunch
You will start the day by having a nice breakfast at your hotel. First, you will get to enjoy the treasures of the Egyptian Museum. Your private tour guide will explain to you every detail of the museum. From houses a vast collection of over 120,000 artifacts.
Next, you will go visit the Citadel of Saladin and the Mosque Of Ahmad Aly, which whispers tales of valiant battles and whispered intrigues.
Then you will head up to Islamic Cairo where you can enjoy your shopping at Khan El Khalili Bazar. There you will have a blast shopping for everything: spices, souvenirs, and a lot of artifacts.
Finally, you will enjoy a delicious dinner at a local restaurant. After a day filled with historical and cultural wonders, you will be transferred back to your hotel for an overnight.
Enjoy a delicious breakfast at your accommodation. Soon enough, transport will be waiting to take you to the airport to go to Luxor. After you board in Luxor the guide will wait for you inside of the airport taking you to the hotel. After you check inside of the hotel you will head to the Karnak Temple—an ancient monument where the very stones still seem to be infused with the echoes of pharaohs.
Then it's on to the magnificent Luxor Temple itself, yet another architectural wonder, now bathed in the glow of the afternoon sunlight. Your Egyptologist guide will introduce you to the hieroglyphs adorning the walls of the temple, with stories of pharaohs, gods, triumphs, and festivities.
Initiate a cruise down the Nile River for four nights, tours from Luxor to Aswan.
Today is the solar eclipse. Begin the day unrushed by having a leisurely breakfast at your hotel followed by some free time before the key event. Yet perhaps the greatest treasures to be seen here are the natural light and artifacts of the tomb; your Egyptologist guide is a modern light on the legends, interpreting for you the ancient hieroglyphs here so you can understand the stories of the pharaohs and gods as you walk through.
Then continue to ascend the stairs of the terraces of the Temple of Hatshepsut, the architectural miracle implanted on its rocky mountainside. Stand amid the heat and brilliance of the desert sun as it beats down on you from the sky and the cliff. Come to stand where the "Female Pharaoh" stood, ruling with wisdom and grace. Look out at the unbelievable views that stretched before her, and let the echoes of her reign carry you back through the ages.
Shelter in the shade under the Colossi of Memnon—these were huge sentinels of ancient Thebes.
Then this afternoon, we will leave for our solar eclipse spot. It is an event of grandeur when, along with the rest of the enthusiasts, the moon will cover the sun and cast a shadow in the sky, and we shall be enveloped in darkness for a total period of 6 minutes and 22 seconds. Return to your Nile cruise for your overnight sail to Edfu.
Optional activity: Get a lift to experience a delightful Sunrise Hot Air Balloon ride over Luxor.
Start your day with a nice breakfast onboard. After that, have a beautiful horse-drawn carriage ride along the sun-kissed streets to the Temple of Horus in Edfu. This is the most perfectly preserved temple in Egypt, from the Greco-Roman period. Behold its colossal pylons, and winding reliefs, and discover the mystery of the falcon-headed Horus.
Re-embark your Nile cruise by a horse-drawn carriage to continue your journey to Kom Ombo. This temple is, in its way, a very different experience: a double temple with one side dedicated to the god Sobek and the other to the god Haroeris. The divine stories of the two gods will unwind right in front of you through the walls of this temple, but it will be for you to unravel more of the legend of Sobek at the interesting Crocodile Museum nearby.
As the landscape turns ancient and spreads into long shadows with the setting sun, our ship seems to effortlessly glide toward Aswan. A thrill whispers there are wonders yet awaiting in this vibrant southern city.
Travel across a scenic, sunlit desert in this 3.5-hour journey of pure, enchanting adventure through the ages. Our final stop will be at the famous Temples of Abu Simbel: massive rock-hewn, beautifully designed structures in sandstone cliffs.
Imagine the grand statues of Pharaoh Ramesses II having a silent, stoic gaze now totally plunged into time and space welcoming you. See these stones take you to a faraway time when hieroglyphs would speak of legends, gods, and kings.
This is not just a visit to a temple; it is really an awesome special opportunity to visit the Great Temple of Abu Simbel. After we will head back to re-embark on your cruise ship to sail on the unforgettable journey along the Nile that awaits us.
Optional tour: Nubian Village Tour.
You will start your day by enjoying your last breakfast in the Nile view. You will make your way for the tour in the city of Aswan. Begin with the High Dam, which is more widely regarded as a modern wonder. It stopped flooding in the Nile, lighting up the whole of Egypt, with water from all the utilities.
This is followed by a visit to the Unfinished Obelisk, a gigantic granite block whose creation was abandoned. It is known to be the largest granite block.
Take your adventure further with a breathtaking motorboat ride across the sparkling Nile towards a jewel from the Ptolemaic period: the beautiful Temple of Philae. It was at first imperiled to be inundated by the High Dam; UNESCO moved it to safety.
After this amazing tour, fly back to Cairo from where you had departed at the beginning of your 9-day 2027 Eclipse Tour of Egypt with Nile cruise. Transfer from Cairo Airport to your hotel.
As your rousing 9-day Egypt Eclipse Tour with Nile cruise adventure comes to an end, a transfer is waiting to take you to Cairo Airport for the final departure.
A transfer awaits to take you to the Cairo Airport for your final departure after these 9 days on an adventure that gives luxury and wonderful vistas on the Egypt Eclipse Tour with the Nile cruise. As you rise into the sky, outbound in your flight, cast one final gaze toward the city that shared with you its heavenly drama and its ancient charm. The memories whether of haunting eclipses, gilded tombs, or colorful bazaars will keep sparkling in your soul, proof of Egypt's ageless magic.
Price quotes are in US dollars per person per trip all the Year Except over Christmas, New Year’s, and Easter holidays.
Notes:
We are offering the minimum down payment of just 10% to secure your spaces on the tour including hotel room, cruise cabin, domestic flight ticket, and other travel services. The remaining balance can be paid up to four days prior to your arrival date or in cash upon arrival at the destination to your Representative.
In case you cancel your trip, the following of charges will be applied: