Classic Egypt and Eclipse (- 29july27)

Egypt

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Tour length 11 days

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About this tour

The total solar eclipse on 2 August 2027 will be the longest of the century, offering over six minutes of totality. We will be watching the eclipse on the banks of the Nile, outside the small town of Minya, before continuing to Luxor, home to some of the world's most remarkable archaeological treasures, including the awe-inspiring Valley of the Kings, Karnak and Habu Temple. This special eclipse departure combines the highlights of Cairo, Aswan, Abu Simbel and Luxor in a 11-day, action-packed adventure. Solar eclipse - Witness the longest total eclipse for the rest of the century in one of the sunniest regions of the world. Ancient wonders - Visit Egypt's famous pyramids, temples and sphinxes including Abu Simbel. Egyptian life - People-watch over coffee in bustling Cairo and stroll through lively bazaars.
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Tour ID 330561
Tour length 11 days
Group size 16
Age range 16 - 85

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Day 1: Join trip Cairo
Day 2: In Cairo visit the Pyramids, Sphinx and the spectacular new Grand Egyptian Museum
Day 3: Drive to Minya, a historical city on the banks of the Nile, visit Tel el-Amarna
Day 4: Visit the tombs of Beni Hassan
Day 5: Solar eclipse event at Aton Hotel, overnight train to Aswan
Day 6: Arrive into Aswan, tour of the Philae Temple. Nubian village dinner
Day 7: Abu Simbel, late afternoon traditional felucca boat trip on the Nile
Day 8: Drive to Luxor, visit Kom Ombo and Edfu temples
Day 9: Full day in Luxor, visit Karnak Temple and the Luxor Temple
Day 10: Explore the West Bank, Habu temple and Valley of the Kings
Day 11: Tour ends in Luxor

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