Egypt Total Eclipse: Cairo, Luxor Cruise & Aswan
About Egypt - From $7,699.00 USD
Step into history for a celestial event that won't return in your lifetime: an 11-day adventure through Egypt’s most iconic ancient wonders. This journey takes you deep into the heart of legendary temples and timeless rituals, culminating in the rare moment the sun vanishes completely above the Nile. You’ll drift along the river on a traditional boat and enjoy an exclusive eclipse viewing party from the best vantage point on earth. Raise a glass and let the magic of Egypt envelop you as you witness the desert sky transform in a truly once-in-a-generation experience.
Travel Style
Classic
Service Level
Standard
Physical Grading
2 - Light
What's Included
Your G for Good Moment: Funtasia Project Visit, Luxor
Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group. 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. Scenic Felucca ride on the Nile. Kom Ombo Temple visit. Free time in Aswan. Internal flight between Cairo and Aswan. 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, Explore the fantastic twin temples of Abu Simbel, Witness the Solar Eclipse aboard a boat on the Nile between Luxor and Edfu, Dive into Egypt's intricate history 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?
10 breakfasts, 8 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?
7 nts. on Cruise Ship, 3 nts. in Hotels
Itinerary
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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.
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Cairo/Luxor
This morning visit the Ibn Tolon Mosque before lunch in the Khan Al Khalili bazaar. Fly from Cairo to Luxor today and where you board your cruise ship on the Nile. Enjoy the scenery along the river this evening
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Luxor
Begin the day with a visit to Dandara Temple, one of Egypt’s best preserved temples. Sail back to Luxor where you visit both the Luxor and Karnak temples before boarding your cruise ship on the Nile.
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Luxor/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.
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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.
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Aswān
Today you visit both the High Dam and Philae Temple before returning to your cruise ship on the Nile. In the afternoon enjoy the scenery along the river as you sail around Kitchener Island. Dinner will be enjoyed on the ship this evening.
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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.
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Kom Ombo/Luxor
This morning travel in to Kom Ombo where you visit the famous temple. Later, pass the time on board as the scenery passes by during a day of sailing.
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Luxor/Cairo
In the morning 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. Later travel to the airport for your flight to Cairo where you enjoy an evening at leisure.
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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.
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Cairo
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.
