Egypt Eclipse 2027 Adventure

Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.

Fly from Cairo to Aswan this morning as the adventure continues.

Visit the High Dam of Aswan, built in the 1960s and considered an engineering miracle at the time. Learn about the history of the dam and its construction and enjoy views across Lake Nasser.

Sail across the Nile to the beautiful island of Agilkia and explore the Greco Roman history of the Temple of Philae, built as a dedication to the Goddess Isis. This temple complex was moved from its original location on the Island of Philae after the flooding of Lake Nasser, the word "philae" meaning "the end" in reference to this island's placement on what was once the southernmost border of Egypt.

Board a felucca (local boat), to take a trip along the magnificent Nile, with views of the city.

Free morning to lounge about on board the boat or to pre-book the Abu Simbel optional visit.

Enjoy a week aboard a Nile River Cruise ship allowing you to see the beauty of Egypt from the waters of the mighty Nile while you stop along the way to visit ancient temples and historical sites. You'll also enjoy a solar eclipse viewing party on board as the sky turns dark under the path of totality over the Nile.

Enjoy a visit to Kom Ombo Temple located in a scenic spot, right on the banks of the Nile. It was dedicated to the crocodile god, and you can still see the remains of an ancient mummified crocodile that was worshipped here thousands of years ago at the museum.

Enjoy a week aboard a Nile River Cruise ship allowing you to see the beauty of Egypt from the waters of the mighty Nile while you stop along the way to visit ancient temples and historical sites. You'll also enjoy a solar eclipse viewing party on board as the sky turns dark under the path of totality over the Nile.

Enjoy a week aboard a Nile River Cruise ship allowing you to see the beauty of Egypt from the waters of the mighty Nile while you stop along the way to visit ancient temples and historical sites. You'll also enjoy a solar eclipse viewing party on board as the sky turns dark under the path of totality over the Nile.

The 2027 total solar eclipse will feature one of the longest durations of totality on land in centuries —over six minutes of darkness — and it will cross through southern Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East. Experience this long blackout and solar corona in a historically and geographically rich region. You will have a viewing party G Adventures style aboard the cruise ship on the Nile as the sky turns black. Toast to this unique experience with your new travel family.

After arriving in Luxor visit Dandara Temple. Dedicated to Hathour, the Goddess of love and motherhood, the temple has tombs around the site that belong to the old kingdom. There's also some well known details on the ceiling that show the first calendar in the Ancient World. Dandara is often said to be the best preserved temple in Egypt. It sees fewer visitors than other sites in the area and yet is one of the most expansive.

Enjoy a week aboard a Nile River Cruise ship allowing you to see the beauty of Egypt from the waters of the mighty Nile while you stop along the way to visit ancient temples and historical sites. You'll also enjoy a solar eclipse viewing party on board as the sky turns dark under the path of totality over the Nile.

After breakfast the group will travel to the West Bank to meet our student-guide. Together we will walk through the village and visit the Funtasia Project Center where the group will learn about the Planeterra project at this location over tea with our guide. Funtasia is a local nonprofit that works with young people in the West Bank of Luxor to develop life skills and social consciousness. They work with youth in after school programs that teach art, communication, and social skills.

Cross the Nile to the west bank, passing through farmers fields on your way to the Valley of the Kings. Descend the narrow, rock-hewn corridors and take in the magnificent decoration and designs of the tombs of the pharaohs. While the treasure has now all gone, the tombs contain the incredible paintings of the life of their incumbent and stories from the Book of the Dead.

Take in the beauty of the Luxor temple, an architectural splendour located near the Nile and right in the centre of downtown Luxor. One of Egypt's most impressive temples, Luxor has been used as a place of worship all the way from it's conception in 1390 BC to present day. Evidence of ancient worship, Coptic Christianity and Islamic architecture are found throughout the temple, illustrating how the regional culture has evolved over several thousand years.

Enjoy a visit to the Karnak Temple, which was once the centre of all religious life in ancient Egypt. Built and extended by successive generations of rulers, admire the amazing architecture, massive columns, and painted hieroglyphs.

Enjoy a week aboard a Nile River Cruise ship allowing you to see the beauty of Egypt from the waters of the mighty Nile while you stop along the way to visit ancient temples and historical sites. You'll also enjoy a solar eclipse viewing party on board as the sky turns dark under the path of totality over the Nile.

Enjoy a visit to the Edfu Temple, which is located in the middle of a bustling village. It is the most completely preserved temple in Egypt.

Enjoy a week aboard a Nile River Cruise ship allowing you to see the beauty of Egypt from the waters of the mighty Nile while you stop along the way to visit ancient temples and historical sites. You'll also enjoy a solar eclipse viewing party on board as the sky turns dark under the path of totality over the Nile.

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Explore this medieval fortress that served as the seat of Egyptian government for 700 years. See the Mosque of Muhammad Ali and military museums, with panoramic views of the capital.

Venture out on Moez street, a one-kilometer open-air museum showcasing the world's highest concentration of medieval Islamic architecture. Wander past Fatimid mosques, Mamluk hospitals, and Ottoman houses that now house copper smiths and traditional cafes.

Visit the great pyramid of King Khufu, which dates back to around 2600 BC. Cap off your time there with a visit to the great Sphinx of Giza, fondly known as the guardian of the Giza Plateau.

Enjoy a tour of the magnificent great pyramid of Giza and the Sphinx. No matter how many photos or documentaries you have seen, the first glimpse of these marvels of the ancient world will take your breath away. As a qualified Egyptologist, your CEO has all the facts about these massive structures.

The Grand Egyptian Museum is the world’s largest archaeological museum dedicated to the single civilization of ancient Egypt. Here you will find vast collections of over 100,000 artifacts, many of which have never been displayed before. Wander the grand halls and take a journey through Egypt’s ancient heritage and modern design.

Immerse yourself in Cairo's vibrant history and culture with a free evening.

Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.