8 Days
Solar Eclipse 2027 Egypt
Egypt
Your route
Ba-Ka Wellness
A unique journey combining the timeless wonders of Ancient Egypt, the spectacular solar eclipse and an immersive Ancient Egyptian-inspired wellness program, designed to reconnect body, mind and spirit with the rhythms of the Nile, the sun, the moon and the stars.
Every day on the Nile begins and ends with a connection to the natural rhythms of ancient Egypt.
The Ba-Ka experience
Inspired by ancient Egyptian traditions of balance, nature and the cosmos, woven into every day on the Nile.
Day by day
Two days in Cairo, seven nights sailing the Nile from Luxor to Aswan with the eclipse at its heart, and a final night back in Cairo.
Arrival: Meet and assist at Cairo International Airport, then a private transfer to Hilton Cairo or a similar hotel.
Afternoon / Evening: The rest of the day is free to rest after your flight and settle in before the journey begins.
Morning: After breakfast, visit the Giza Plateau: the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the Pyramids of Khafre and Menkaure, the Great Sphinx and the Valley Temple.
Afternoon: Explore the Grand Egyptian Museum, home to the complete Tutankhamun collection, the Grand Staircase lined with royal statues and thousands of artefacts spanning Egypt's history.
Evening: Return to the hotel for a relaxed final evening in Cairo.
Morning: Breakfast at the hotel and transfer to Cairo Airport for your flight to Luxor. On arrival, check in and embark on the Opal Dahabiya.
Afternoon: Visit the East Bank of Luxor, including Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple, immersing yourself in the sacred world of ancient Thebes.
Evening: A peaceful evening on board, followed by the Moon Cycle Ritual.
Morning: Sunrise Ritual, Sematawi Yoga and breakfast on board. Visit the West Bank of Luxor and explore the highlights of ancient Thebes.
Afternoon: Return to the dahabiya and enjoy a relaxing afternoon on board.
Evening: Moon Cycle Ritual followed by a peaceful evening along the Nile.
Morning: Sunrise Ritual and Sematawi Yoga, followed by breakfast on board. Transfer to the special eclipse venue.
The Eclipse: Watch the total solar eclipse from the air-conditioned 360° Panoramic Glass VIP Lounge, with professional telescopes, complimentary eclipse-viewing glasses, exclusive lectures by leading Egyptology and astronomy experts, and a high-end lunch.
After the Event: Return to the dahabiya in Luxor. Upon arrival, the dahabiya starts sailing.
Evening: Moon Cycle Ritual and a peaceful evening sailing along the Nile.
Morning: Sunrise Ritual, Sematawi Yoga and breakfast. Visit the ancient quarries of Gebel el-Silsila, then Bisaw Village for an authentic glimpse into local life along the Nile.
Evening: Moon Cycle Ritual under the Egyptian sky.
Morning: Sunrise Ritual and Sematawi Yoga before breakfast. Visit the magnificent Temple of Edfu, dedicated to the falcon-headed god Horus.
Afternoon: Return to the dahabiya and continue sailing toward Kom Ombo.
Evening: Moon Cycle Ritual and relaxation on board.
Morning: Sunrise Ritual, Sematawi Yoga and breakfast. Visit the Temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to Sobek and Horus, followed by the Crocodile Museum.
Afternoon: Continue sailing toward Aswan.
Evening: Moon Cycle Ritual and a peaceful evening on board.
Morning: Sunrise Ritual, Sematawi Yoga and breakfast. Arrive in Aswan for sightseeing, with the option to visit Philae Temple, a Nubian village or enjoy a felucca ride.
Morning: A gentle final Sunrise Ritual and Sematawi Yoga. After breakfast, check out and disembark from the dahabiya in Aswan.
Afternoon: Transfer to Aswan Airport for your flight back to Cairo. On arrival, transfer to Hilton Cairo or a similar hotel.
Evening: Free evening in Cairo.
Morning: Breakfast at the hotel, then a private transfer to Cairo International Airport for your departure flight. End of the journey.
Highlights
Where you stay
| Where | Nights | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Hilton Cairo or similar | 2 | 29 – 30 July |
| Opal Dahabiya, Luxor to Aswan | 7 | 31 July – 6 August |
| Hilton Cairo or similar | 1 | 7 August |
The details
Limited seats
Dahabiya cabins and eclipse-lounge seats are limited. Reserve your place today.
per person · 11 days / 10 nights · 29 July – 8 August 2027
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