Egypt Solar Eclipse 2027 Tours
Total solar eclipse · August 2, 2027
Six minutes of darkness over ancient Thebes.
On Monday, August 2, 2027, the Moon will fully cover the Sun over southern Egypt. Luxor sits close to the line of longest totality, with current calculations giving about 6 minutes and 22 seconds of darkness at the city reference point. That is far longer than most eclipses this century.
We run four eclipse programs for that day, from a seat on an eclipse-day bus from Hurghada to a full week on the Nile. Compare them below and book while hotel rooms and cruise cabins in Luxor are still available.
Quick facts for Luxor
The eclipse at a glance.
Times are local and approximate, and vary slightly by viewing site. Our Luxor eclipse timing and viewing guide has the full breakdown.
Our 2027 eclipse tours
Four ways to be in the path of totality.
| Tour | Length | Starts from | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7-Day Nile Cruise & Solar Eclipse 2027 | 7 days / 6 nights | Luxor | The eclipse plus a full Upper Egypt trip |
| 3-Day Luxor Solar Eclipse Tour 2027 | 3 days / 2 nights | Luxor | A short trip built around eclipse day |
| Small Group Day Tour from Hurghada | 1 day | Hurghada | Red Sea holidaymakers who want sightseeing too |
| Transport Only from Hurghada | 1 day | Hurghada | Independent travelers who only need transport |
Current prices and availability are shown on each tour page. Send us your dates on WhatsApp for a quote with your preferred hotel or cabin category.
Nile Cruise & Solar Eclipse
Six nights on the Nile with guided visits to Luxor’s East and West Banks, Edfu, Kom Ombo and Aswan, and organized viewing of totality on August 2. Sleeping on board avoids the rush for Luxor hotel rooms. See our cruise eclipse planning guide.
View the cruiseLuxor Solar Eclipse Tour
Two hotel nights, private transfers, an Egyptologist-guided visit to Karnak, the Valley of the Kings and Luxor Temple, and transport to a viewing site inside the path of totality. Use our East Bank vs West Bank guide to choose where to stay.
View the 3-day tourSmall Group Day Tour
Leaves Hurghada at about 3:00 AM to allow for eclipse-day traffic. Planned sightseeing may include the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple and the Colossi of Memnon before the viewing point. Read about Hurghada to Luxor eclipse options.
View the day tourTransport Only
Hotel pickup and drop-off, round-trip air-conditioned transport, a professional driver, bottled water and coordination on the day. No sightseeing, guide, tickets, meals or eclipse glasses.
View transport onlyWhy Luxor
The best seat on the eclipse path.
- Close to the longest totality. The point of greatest eclipse lies near Luxor, so few places on Earth will see a longer total phase that day.
- Reliable weather. Upper Egypt in August is among the driest places on the eclipse path.
- A setting found nowhere else. Spend the morning in the Valley of the Kings or at Karnak and watch the sky darken over the Theban hills.
- Easy to reach. Luxor has an international airport, a large hotel and cruise fleet, and road links to Hurghada and Aswan.
Thinking about other locations? Our guide to the best places to see the 2027 eclipse in Egypt compares Luxor, Siwa, Asyut and other sites.
Plan ahead
When should you book?
Luxor has a fixed number of hotel rooms and cruise cabins, and demand around August 2 is far above a normal summer week.
Pick your program now
Send us your travel dates and the number of travelers.
Confirm your flights
Book flights to Egypt once your tour is confirmed. Arriving a day or two early protects you against delays.
Plan for the heat
Daytime temperatures in Luxor in August often pass 40°C (104°F). Our programs schedule sightseeing for the early morning, with water, shade and rest stops.
Eye safety
Watch it safely.
Look at the Sun only through certified solar eclipse glasses (ISO 12312-2) during the partial phases. Take them off only during totality, when the Sun is fully covered, and put them back on as soon as the first light returns. Regular sunglasses are not safe. Our 2027 eclipse safety guide covers glasses, camera filters, heat and traveling with children.
Questions
Eclipse tours FAQ.
What date is the solar eclipse in Egypt in 2027?
Monday, August 2, 2027. In Luxor, totality is expected shortly after 1:02 PM local time.
How long will totality last in Luxor?
Current calculations give about 6 minutes and 22 seconds at the Luxor city reference point. The exact length depends on where you stand relative to the center line.
Can I see the eclipse on a day trip from Hurghada?
Yes. Our small-group day tour and transport-only option both leave Hurghada early on August 2 and return the same evening. Expect a long day and heavy traffic.
Can you build a private eclipse itinerary for my family or group?
Yes. We can combine the eclipse with Cairo, the pyramids, a Nile cruise or the Red Sea. See our private and tailor-made tours or use the custom tour planner.
Are eclipse glasses included?
It depends on the program. Each tour page lists what is included. The transport-only option does not include glasses, so bring certified ones or ask us to add them.
Reserve your place
August 2, 2027. Be in Luxor.
Tell us your dates, the number of travelers and which program you like, and we will reply with availability and a clear quote.