Few experiences rival watching a total Solar Eclipse from the deck of a boat gliding along the Nile, framed by the timeless silhouettes of Egypt’s ancient temples. Over 13 unforgettable days, discover a country steeped in history, myth, and legend while taking part in a celestial event that only comes once in a lifetime. Stand before the Great Pyramids, ride a felucca for an eclipse viewing near Edfu, cycle the storied West Bank, sip tea with a Nubian family, and then retreat for several days of rest and renewal on the shores of the Red Sea. With time to snorkel vibrant reefs, bask in the sun, and fully sink into coastal paradise, it’s the perfect finale to an adventure where culture, nature, and astronomy collide.
Travel Style
Classic
Service Level
Upgraded
Physical Grading
2 - Light
What's Included
Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
Your Local Living Moment: Nubian Village Felucca Ride Visit & Tea, Aswān. 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. Nubian Family visit & tea. Scenic Felucca ride on the Nile. Kom Ombo Temple visit. Red Sea Snorkelling Experience. Free time in Aswan & Hurghada. Internal flight between Cairo and Luxor. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.
What are the main highlights of this trip?
Stand in awe before the Great Pyramids of Giza and Egypt’s most iconic ancient wonders, Share stories over tea with a Nubian family in their riverside home, Witness the Solar Eclipse during a special sailing along the Nile near Edfu, Cycle the West Bank with a student guide to see community initiatives supporting local life, Spend a few days snorkelling and lounging in the paradise of Hurghada along the Red Sea
How large will the group be?
Max 16, avg. 12
What meals are included in this trip?
12 breakfasts, 10 lunches, 10 dinners
What are the modes of transportation on my trip?
Private vehicle, plane, bicycle, walking, felucca, Nile Cruise Vessel, motorboat
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?
Hotels (5 nts), Nile River Cruise Vessel (7 nts).
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.
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.
Cairo/Luxor
Fly from Cairo to Luxor today and visit both Luxor and Karnak temples before boarding your cruise ship on the Nile. Enjoy the scenery along the river as you sail to Qena. Dinner will be enjoyed on the ship this evening.
Luxor
Begin the day with a visit to Dandara Temple, one of Egypt’s best preserved temples. Sail back to Luxor and 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. Travel back to the ship for the evening.
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, passing through Esna Lock.
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.
Aswān
The adventure today includes a visit to Philae Temple. Then, sail to Elephantine Island to walk through a Nubian Village where you will learn about their culture and hear their unique spoken language, passed down through generations. Sit down for tea together before a scenic Felucca ride on the Nile around Kitchener Island. The boat will overnight near Aswan.
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.
Kom Ombo/Luxor
Experience a visit to the Temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek. Then, sail to Luxor for a full day of cruising along the Nile.
Luxor/Hurghada
Disembark your Nile cruise in the morning after breakfast and transfer to Hurghada, perched along Egypt’s Red Sea coast. Enjoy free time upon arrival to explore and relax by the water. Gather for a group dinner at the hotel.
Hurghada
Spend the day on a boat trip to the local islands and snorkel amid the clear waters searching for the stunning coral gardens of the Red Sea. You will venture to two different snorkelling spots. The remainder of the afternoon is yours to relax along the beach and swim if you’d like.
Hurghada
The group will have a full free day to soak up the atmosphere of Hurghada. Relax and enjoy the Red Sea at your own pace. Choose to take a dip in the pool, treat yourself to a spa experience, savour some delicious food, or simply recharge in the sun.
Hurghada
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.
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