Tour Description

Beginning in Cairo at the National Museum of Egyptian Civilisation before flying south to Luxor for the highlight of the tour. TOTAL SOLAR ECLIPSE

On August 2, 2027, Luxor, Egypt, will experience a total solar eclipse, with the moon completely obscuring the sun for several minutes.
The eclipse will create a surreal, twilight-like atmosphere over the ancient city, casting a shadow across the Nile and iconic monuments like Karnak and the Valley of the Kings.
The sky will darken, temperatures will drop, and stars may briefly appear.
This awe-inspiring celestial event, set against Luxor's ancient history, offers a rare opportunity to witness the wonders of both nature and Egypt's timeless heritage in one unforgettable moment.
You will then board a luxury Nile River Cruise southbound, visiting the temples of Edfu, Komombo and Philae
A short flight back to Cairo for the Lions Gate 8-8 at the Sphinx and Pyramids of Giza
No visit to Cairo is complete these days without a day at the recently opened Grand Egyptian Museum

Per person twin share
4 Star Standard USD4900 - Single Room Supplement USD1900
5 Star Standard USD5760 - Single Supplement USD2100
5 Star Deluxe USD7200 - Single Room Supplement USD3000
* PRICES ARE INDICATIVE ONLY AND WILL BE REVIEWED CLOSER TO TRAVEL DATES

Tour Highlights

Museum of Egyptian Civilisation
2027 Total Solar Eclipse in Luxor
Karnak Temple
Luxor Temple
Valley of the Kings
Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
Edfu Temple
Komombo Temple
Philae Temple
Grand Egyptian Museum
Pyramids of Giza

Day 1: Arrival Day Cairo

Thursday 29th July 2027

Welcome to Cairo!

Upon your arrival, a friendly Pink Lotus Tours representative will be waiting to greet you and assist with purchasing your entry visa, ensuring a smooth arrival process.

You'll then be transferred to your hotel in comfort by air-conditioned transport. The scenic drive takes about an hour, offering a unique glimpse of the city's vibrant streets—be sure to have your camera ready!

At the hotel, our representative will assist with check-in, then leave you to relax and settle into your room.

In the evening, we’ll gather for a delightful Welcome Dinner, featuring authentic Egyptian cuisine at a local restaurant. Here, you'll also meet your private Egyptologist/Tour Guide, who will share exciting details about your upcoming journey.

Meals: Dinner

Day 2: Museum Fly to Luxor

Friday, 30th July 2027

Enjoy a hearty breakfast at the hotel to start your day.

We’ll then visit the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (NMEC), a remarkable museum that spans the rich history of Egypt, from Pharaonic times to the present day.
Explore its fascinating collections, including the royal mummies of ancient Egypt, offering a rare and intimate glimpse into the past.

Later, we’ll board a flight to Luxor, Egypt’s ancient city of the pharaohs (internal flights included).
Upon arrival, check in to your hotel, nestled by the majestic Nile River.

Meals: Breakfast

Day 3: Karnak Temples

Saturday, 31st July 2027

After an early breakfast, we’ll head to the Karnak Temples Complex, located on the East Bank of the Nile. Covering an expansive area of 1.5 x 3 km, Karnak was dedicated to the god Amun and served as the center of worship for his wife Mut and their son Khons. This vast site includes over 25 temples and chapels, showcasing some of the finest examples of ancient Egyptian design and architecture.

A highlight of Karnak is the Hypostyle Hall, one of the world’s great architectural marvels, featuring 134 towering pillars, some reaching 70 feet in height and 45 feet in circumference. The grandeur of the hall is truly awe-inspiring.

For those interested in a personal memento, we’ll visit a local jewelry shop where you can have your very own cartouche custom-made—a traditional Egyptian nameplate with your name in hieroglyphs. It will be ready for you to take home before we leave Luxor.

After the visit, return to your hotel for some free time to relax.

In the late afternoon, around 4pm, we’ll depart for Luxor Temple, where you’ll have the chance to explore this magnificent temple, beautifully lit in the evening.
Afterward, enjoy a delicious dinner overlooking the Avenue of the Sphinx, soaking in the magical atmosphere of this historic site.

Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

Day 4: Valley of the Kings

Sunday, 1st August 2027

Today, we’ll begin our adventure with a visit to the Valley of the Kings, home to the tombs of Egypt’s most powerful pharaohs. Descend into the beautifully decorated chambers, where you’ll witness the intricate wall paintings and fascinating artifacts that have survived for millennia.

Next, we’ll explore the Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, one of Egypt's most impressive structures. Located at Deir el-Bahri, this stunning temple was built by Hatshepsut, one of the most powerful women in ancient Egypt. Hatshepsut, the first female ruler to reign as pharaoh, ruled as a male with full authority. The temple, set against dramatic cliffs, is a testament to her legacy. The site was originally a complex of mortuary temples and tombs before it became a Christian monastery in later centuries.

We’ll also make a quick photo stop at the Colossi of Memnon, two massive statues that once guarded the entrance to the Temple of Amenhotep III.

After exploring these ancient wonders, we’ll visit a local alabaster factory, where you’ll see firsthand how the beautiful hand-crafted alabaster pieces were created, much like they were in ancient Egypt.

Following the visit, enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant before returning to your hotel to relax.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Day 5: Total Solar Eclipse

Monday, 2nd August 2027

Today is the day we’ve all been waiting for—the Total Solar Eclipse!

Our team will ensure you're comfortably transferred to the best viewing location in Luxor, where you’ll have an unobstructed view of this rare celestial event. As the moon completely covers the sun, experience the awe of this once-in-a-lifetime phenomenon.

To keep you refreshed, cool drinks and snacks will be provided throughout the viewing. Sit back, relax, and enjoy this incredible natural spectacle in the heart of ancient Egypt.

Meals: Breakfast, Snacks & Refreshments

We will embark our luxury Nile River Cruise and enjoy dinner onboard.
Your guide will discuss optional extra tours for tomorrow.
There are several optional tours available for those who wish to explore more of Luxor's wonders—please discuss with your guide for recommendations.

Day 6: Nile River Cruise

Tuesday 3rd August 2027

There are several optional tours available for those who wish to explore more of Luxor's wonders—please discuss with your guide for recommendations.

One highly recommended excursion is a visit to Dendera, home to the stunning temple dedicated to the Goddess Hathor. Recent restorations have revealed some of the most beautifully preserved colors on the walls and ceiling of any temple in Egypt, offering a glimpse into the vibrancy of ancient Egyptian art.

Other optional visits include:

Luxor Museum, showcasing Egypt's rich history and artifacts
Howard Carter’s House, where the famous archaeologist lived
The Workers’ Village, offering a fascinating glimpse into the lives of the laborers who built the tombs
The Ramesseum, the grand memorial temple of Pharaoh Ramesses II
Valley of the Queens, including the renowned Tomb of Nefertari, one of the most beautifully decorated tombs in Egypt

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner served onboard

Day 7: Nile River Cruise

Wednesday 4th August 2027
Breakfast onboard Nile River Cruise
Discover the awe-inspiring Edfu Temple, one of Egypt’s best-preserved ancient temples, dedicated to the falcon-headed god Horus. Located on the west bank of the Nile, this grand temple offers incredible reliefs and hieroglyphs that tell the story of Horus’s battle against the god Seth.

Next, visit the unique Kom Ombo Temple, perched on the Nile's banks, dedicated to the twin gods Sobek (the crocodile god) and Horus the Elder. The temple is famous for its symmetrical design and fascinating inscriptions depicting ancient medical instruments.

A visit to these magnificent temples provides a glimpse into Egypt’s religious and architectural heritage.
Lunch and Dinner served onboard

Day 8: Nile River Cruise

Thursday 5th August 2027
Optional Day Trip to the Magnificent Temples of Abu Simbel

Prepare for an early start as we embark on a scenic 3 ½ hour drive south to the iconic Abu Simbel Temples, one of Egypt’s most awe-inspiring sights.

Widely considered the best of the best of all the temples, Abu Simbel is a must-see for anyone visiting Egypt. These colossal temples were carved directly into the mountainside and are dedicated to Pharaoh Ramses II and his beloved wife Nefertari.

In the 1960s, to save them from the rising waters of the Nile, the temples were carefully relocated to their current position through an extraordinary UNESCO-led engineering feat. Once you see them in person, you’ll understand why this site is so remarkable.

After exploring these architectural wonders, we’ll return to Aswan, where you’ll enjoy a relaxing lunch on-board your cruise boat, reflecting on this unforgettable experience.

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner served onboard

Day 9: Nile River Cruise

Friday 6th August 2027
Breakfast onboard Nile River Cruise.
Located on an island in Lake Nasser, Philae Temple is a stunning temple complex dedicated to the goddess Isis. Known for its beautiful reliefs and inscriptions, the temple is a masterpiece of ancient Egyptian architecture. Originally built on Philae Island, the temple was relocated to its current location on Agilkia Island to protect it from rising waters after the construction of the Aswan High Dam.

Explore the temple’s tranquil courtyards, grand pylons, and well-preserved structures, and learn about the myths of Isis and Osiris. A boat ride to the island adds to the magical experience, making Philae Temple a must-see for history lovers.
Trsnsfer to Aswan Airport for your flight to Cairo

Day 10: Saqqara Pyramid BBQ Lunch

Saturday 7th August 2027
After a delicious breakfast, meet your Egyptologist/Tour Guide in the hotel lobby to begin your journey back in time to the very origins of Egypt's monumental architecture—the Step Pyramid of Saqqara.
This incredible structure, built around 2700 BC, is the world’s first free-standing stone building and marks the dawn of pyramid construction.

Explore this ancient necropolis, with its ongoing discoveries revealing the mysteries of Egypt’s past.
Your visit includes: Exterior of Step Pyramid and entrance to Pyramid of Unas: Explore the tomb of the last king of the 5th Dynasty, famous for its pyramid texts.

Please speak with your guide if you're interested in visiting these additional sites.
Step Pyramid (optional extra ticket): For an even closer look, you can enter inside the Step Pyramid itself.
Serapeum (optional extra ticket): Discover the fascinating burial site of the sacred Apis bulls, an important symbol of ancient Egyptian religion.

After your morning exploration, enjoy a delicious BBQ lunch at a local restaurant.
Following lunch, we'll return to your hotel for some rest and relaxation.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Day 11: Sphinx Giza Pyramid 8-8

Sunday 8th August 2027
Lionsgate Portal 8-8
Start your day with an early breakfast at the hotel.

To beat the heat, we’ll make an early start and head straight to the Giza Plateau, where you’ll have the unique opportunity to stand beside the Great Pyramid of Cheops, the last surviving wonder of the ancient world. Feel the awe of standing in the very place where ancient Egyptians once stood.

For those interested, we’ll take a thrilling camel ride through the Sahara (optional extra cost), offering a truly memorable experience with stunning desert views.

Next, we’ll visit the iconic Sphinx, the legendary guardian of the pyramids, whose serene presence has watched over the plateau for millennia.

The day’s adventure isn’t over yet—next, we’ll visit a government-regulated Papyrus Institute, where you’ll learn how the ancient Egyptians recorded their history on the very first paper, papyrus.

After a fascinating day, we’ll return to your hotel to relax and unwind.

Day 12: Grand Egyptian Museum

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at your hotel

Our journey continues with a visit to the Grand Egyptian Museum, the largest archaeological museum in the world, housing an unparalleled collection of artifacts.
Enjoy some free time for lunch inside the museum before your guide takes you through the highlights of the collection.
After the guided tour, you’ll have time to explore the museum’s many fascinating exhibits at your own pace.
Later this evening we will gather for a delicious local meal for our Farewell Dinner
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

Day 13: Departure Day Cairo

Tuesday 10th August 2027
A representative of Pink Lotus Egypt Tours will transfer you to Cairo International Airport and assist with all check-in procedures.
Meals: Breakfast

Package Includes

Meet and greet service tour representatives at Cairo airport.
All transfers to/from airport and hotel by a private air-conditioned vehicle.
Permits and permissions for access to viewing area on 2nd August
Accommodation as described including breakfast.
Internal Flights
Either lunch or dinner most days, depending on our schedule
All sightseeing tours in Cairo, Luxor as mentioned in the itinerary.
Entrance fees to all sites as indicated on the itinerary.
All-inclusive Nile River Cruise Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
English-speaking tour guide during your tours.
Tips for services. Hotel staff, porters etc Distribution throughout the tour will be managed by your guide
Bottled water during your tour and transfers.

Package Excludes

International Airfare & Travel Insurance.
Entry Visa to Egypt.
Any optional tours.
Pre or post tour accommodation.
Personal spending.
Hot Air Balloon.
Tipping in free time/extra services
Tip for our tour guide. Industry standard currently USD10 per person per day, however tipping is a personal choice and relative to how much you enjoyed the tour.