Step into history and witness the skies align on this extraordinary 10-day journey through Egypt during the 2027 total Solar Eclipse. For one unforgettable moment, the sun will vanish above the Nile — a celestial event that won’t return here in your lifetime. By day, explore legendary temples, timeless rituals, and ancient wonders. By night, drift along the river on a traditional boat, where your exclusive eclipse viewing party awaits. Raise a glass as the world around you falls into shadow, and let the magic of Egypt — past and present — envelop you in an experience unlike any other.
Travel Style
Classic
Service Level
Upgraded
Physical Grading
2 - Light
What's Included
Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
Your Local Living Moment: Nubian Village Felucca Ride Visit & Tea, Aswān. Great pyramid of King Khufu visit. Grand Egyptian Museum. Luxor Temple visit. Karnak Temple Visit. Valley of the Kings visit. Dandara Temple visit. Nile Cruise Solar Eclipse Viewing Party. Edfu Temple Visit. Philae Temple visit. Nubian Family visit & tea. Scenic Felucca ride on the Nile. Kom Ombo Temple visit. Free time in Aswan. Internal flight between Cairo and Luxor. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.
What are the main highlights of this trip?
Marvel at the timeless grandeur of the Pyramids of Giza and the mighty Sphinx, Share tea and traditions with a Nubian family in their riverside home, Witness the Solar Eclipse aboard a boat on the Nile near Edfu, Explore Egypt’s legendary temples and monuments with expert guidance, Visit the West Bank with a student guide and learn how local initiatives support families
How large will the group be?
Max 16, avg. 12
What meals are included in this trip?
9 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 7 dinners
What are the modes of transportation on my trip?
Private vehicle, plane, walking, felucca, Nile Cruise Vessel
Is there an extra cost for travelling solo?
We believe solo travellers should not have to pay more to travel so our group trips are designed for shared accommodation and do not involve a single supplement. Single travellers joining group trips are paired in twin or multi-share accommodation with someone of the same sex for the duration of the trip. Some of our Independent trips are designed differently and solo travellers on these itineraries must pay the single trip price.
Where will we stay during the trip?
Hotels (2 nts), Nile River Cruise Vessel (7 nts).
Itinerary
Cairo
Arrive at any time. Attend a welcome meeting to meet your CEO and group. Dinner will be on your own this evening in Cairo.
Cairo
Today, delve into the majesty of the pyramids, starting with the Great Pyramid of King Khufu, dating back to approximately 2600 BC. Conclude your morning with a magnificent view of the Sphinx, the stoic guardian of the Giza Plateau. After an included lunch, immerse yourself in the Grand Egyptian Museum, a site that offers a captivating journey through Cairo's rich history and vibrant modernity. The rest of the afternoon is yours to explore at your leisure, and dinner is at your own discretion this evening.
Cairo/Luxor
Fly from Cairo to Luxor today and visit both Luxor and Karnak temples before boarding your cruise ship on the Nile. Enjoy the scenery along the river as you sail to Qena. Dinner will be enjoyed on the ship this evening.
Luxor
Begin the day with a visit to Dandara Temple, one of Egypt’s best preserved temples. Sail back to Luxor and drive to the West Bank to meet your student guide for walk at the Funtasia Project Centre. This G Adventures-supported initiative has benefited the local community for years. Learn more over tea and an orientation with the students. Then, head to the Valley of the Kings to explore and take in the grandeur of this monumental place. Travel back to the ship for the evening.
Edfu
Get ready this morning for an epic party and a once-in-a-lifetime event! Head to the cruise deck and enjoy the Solar Eclipse Viewing Party. After witnessing the day turn to night in a matter of seconds, toast to the sky. The path of totality will not appear in this region again in any of our lifetimes. After the eclipse, have lunch on board before sailing to Edfu, passing through Esna Lock.
Edfu/Aswān
Pay a visit to Edfu Temple today which was dedicated to Horus. Head back to the boat and sail to Aswan. Simply enjoy the afternoon sailing along the Nile. Lunch and dinner are included on board. The boat will anchor in Aswan for the evening.
Aswān
The adventure today includes a visit to Philae Temple. Then, sail to Elephantine Island to walk through a Nubian Village where you will learn about their culture and hear their unique spoken language, passed down through generations. Sit down for tea together before a scenic Felucca ride on the Nile around Kitchener Island. The boat will overnight near Aswan.
Aswān/Kom Ombo
The group will have a free morning to relax or book the optional visit to Abu Simbel. Then, the boat will sail to Kom Ombo with time to recharge on board as the scenery passes by.
Kom Ombo/Luxor
Experience a visit to the Temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek. Then, sail to Luxor for a full day of cruising along the Nile.
Luxor
Depart at any time.
Is travel insurance required for my trip?
Travel insurance is compulsory in order to participate on any of our trips. When travelling on a group trip, you will not be permitted to join the group until evidence of travel insurance has been sighted by your leader, who will take note of your insurance details. When selecting a travel insurance policy we require that at a minimum you are covered for medical expenses including emergency evacuation and repatriation. A minimum coverage of USD200,000 is required. We strongly recommend that the policy also covers personal liability, cancellation, curtailment and loss of luggage and personal effects. Some tours include adventure activities that require extra coverage (e.g. crampon use); please review your itinerary and make sure that you are covered for all included activities. If you have credit card insurance we require proof of purchase of the trip (a receipt of credit card statement) with a credit card in your name. Contact your bank for details of their participating insurer, the level of coverage and emergency contact telephone number.
Terms, conditions and restrictions apply; pricing, availability, and other details subject to change and/ or apply to US or Canadian residents. Please confirm details and booking information with your travel advisor.
