From$5,200
From$5,200
From$5,200
This 7 Days Cairo & Luxor itinerary is designed for travelers who want Egypt’s top landmarks—plus the rare magic of the 2027 Solar Eclipse at the perfect time and place. Start in Cairo with smooth meet & assist and a relaxed arrival, then explore the Giza Pyramids Complex, the Great Pyramid, the Sphinx, and the Valley Temple, with a cultural stop at a Papyrus Institute. On Day 3, discover Cairo’s heritage at the Mohamed Ali Mosque and the Egyptian Museum, then travel overnight by train to Luxor.
In Luxor, enjoy a well-paced journey through Karnak Temple (or rescheduled if needed), Luxor Temple, and the West Bank highlights: Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and the Colossi of Memnon. The highlight is Solar Eclipse Day in Luxor on 2 August 2027 at 10:22:09 (duration 2h 45m 55s), a truly unforgettable experience. An optional hot air balloon ride adds a breathtaking sunrise finale before departure.
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| Price per person in DBL: | 5200 $ |
| Single Price: | 8580 $ |
N.B: The Nile cruise programme could be changed without any previous notice due to navigation circumstances or any other factors beyond control, provided that the programme may change in sequence, but all visits will be respected.
N.B: Should the government impose special permission for certain sites in Luxor, e.g. Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple, with addition fees, we will inform you as soon as possible. Dues to the special permission, we do not guarantee access to those sites. However, as previously mentioned, if there is a change in the programme, all visits will be respected.
N.B: The itinerary may change in sequence but not in visits. MWTE Tours is not liable for these changes.
N.B: Any optional excursions done through a third-party company, you will automatically be discharged/signed out of MTWE tour.
Your journey begins the moment you land in Egypt. After passport control, you’ll be warmly met by our representative, who will assist you through the airport steps smoothly and calmly—no guessing, no rushing, just a confident welcome. Outside, your private air-conditioned vehicle is waiting to take you into the city. Once you arrive at your hotel, you’ll check in and settle into your room, letting the rhythm of Cairo replace the pace of travel. Later, you’ll meet your Egyptologist—your storyteller for the days ahead—who will walk you through what’s coming, answer questions, and help you feel fully ready for the adventure.
Overnight: Cairo hotel
After breakfast, the day opens with one of the world’s most unforgettable landscapes: the Giza Pyramids Complex. Standing at the edge of the plateau, you’ll feel time stretch as the desert wind moves across stone that has watched thousands of years pass.
You’ll explore the legendary Great Pyramid, then continue toward the eternal gaze of the Great Sphinx, where myth and history seem to overlap. At the Valley Temple, your guide will connect the rituals of the ancient world to the monuments surrounding you—quiet details that make the sites feel alive, not distant.
Later, you’ll pause for a local restaurant lunch, enjoying Egyptian flavors in a relaxed setting before continuing to a Papyrus Institute, where you’ll see how traditional papyrus is made and why it mattered so much in ancient life. As evening settles, you return to your hotel with the kind of tiredness that only comes from a day well spent.
Overnight: Cairo hotel
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch (Local Restaurant)
This morning, you check out of your Cairo hotel and head into the city for a deeper look at Egypt’s layered history. At the Mohamed Ali Mosque, you’ll step into a space filled with light and symmetry, perched above Cairo with sweeping views that frame the city’s energy below.
Then it’s on to the Egyptian Museum, where treasures, statues, and royal relics bring names from textbooks into the real world—suddenly human, suddenly close.
You’ll also visit a Perfumery Institute, where scents are blended like memories—soft lotus, warm amber, bright citrus—each bottle a small piece of Egypt to take with you. In the late afternoon, you’ll transfer to Giza Train Station, where the mood shifts from sightseeing to anticipation.
Your overnight train to Luxor becomes part of the story itself: the gentle movement, the quiet windows, the feeling of traveling through Egypt the classic way—north to south, city to temples.
Overnight: Overnight train to Luxor
Meals: Breakfast
You arrive at Luxor Train Station, where your private transfer is ready to take you to your hotel. After check-in, you’ll have time to refresh—because today isn’t just a sightseeing day. Today is the moment you’ve been traveling toward.
If possible, you’ll visit Karnak Temple first, walking between towering columns that feel like a stone forest built for the gods. (If the site is not accessible, Karnak will be moved to after the Solar Eclipse.)
Then the atmosphere changes: excitement becomes focus.
Solar Eclipse Day arrives at 10:22:09, with a total duration of 2 hours, 45 minutes, 55 seconds—a rare sky-event unfolding above one of the greatest ancient landscapes on Earth. As the light begins to shift, the world looks different: sharper shadows, quieter air, a strange hush that makes everyone speak more softly.
When the eclipse deepens, it feels unreal—like the sun is dimming on purpose. You’ll experience this once-in-a-lifetime phenomenon in Luxor, where ancient civilization once tracked the heavens with reverence.
Afterwards, you’ll enjoy a local lunch, the perfect grounding after such an extraordinary moment, and return to your hotel to absorb it all—because some experiences need silence to fully settle in.
Overnight: Pyramisa Hotel Luxor
Meals: Breakfast, Local Lunch
Today you cross into Luxor’s West Bank, where the cliffs hold the stories of kings. In the Valley of the Kings, the entrance feels simple—but inside the tombs, color and symbolism still speak across millennia. Your guide will help you notice what most people miss: how scenes were placed, why certain gods appear, what the walls reveal about belief and power.
From there, you stand before the Colossi of Memnon, massive guardians of silence—weathered, timeless, and strangely emotional in their stillness. At Hatshepsut Temple, the architecture feels almost modern in its elegance, rising in terraces against the mountain as if it grew there naturally.
You’ll also visit an Alabaster Institute, where artisans shape stone into glowing pieces that catch the light like desert dawn. The afternoon brings you back to your hotel—tired, inspired, and full of stories that now feel personal.
Overnight: Pyramisa Hotel Luxor
Meals: Breakfast
Before sunrise, you have the option to take a Hot Air Balloon Excursion—a quiet, floating view over fields, villages, and temples touched by early light. It’s peaceful, cinematic, and unforgettable if you choose it.
Later, you’ll visit Luxor Temple, especially magical as you walk through its grand entrance and learn how it connected to Karnak through the ancient ceremonial avenue.
Luxor feels different from other sites—less distant, more intimate—like the city and the temple still breathe together. You return to the hotel with an easy evening ahead, enjoying your final night in Luxor at your own pace.
Overnight: Pyramisa Hotel Luxor
Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast, you check out and transfer to Luxor Airport in a private air-conditioned vehicle. There’s a calm satisfaction in the final moments—because you didn’t just “see Egypt.” You lived it: the icons of Cairo, the timeless West Bank, and a solar eclipse in Luxor that will stay with you for the rest of your life.
Meals: Breakfast
At My Way to Egypt, all prices are quoted in US Dollars (USD) unless explicitly stated otherwise. However, we are pleased to accept payment in other major international currencies such as Euros (EUR), British Pounds (GBP), and others, based on the official daily exchange rate on the day of payment.
Our prices are calculated based on current market rates, seasonal variations, and service availability. As such, they are subject to change without prior notice. However, once a deposit or full payment is received, your booking rate is locked in and guaranteed.
What’s Included in Our Packages:
Our published package prices typically cover:
Please refer to your specific booking confirmation and itinerary for a precise list of inclusions and exclusions.
Holiday Supplement: A 25% surcharge applies to all Nile Cruises and Tour Packages scheduled during Christmas, New Year, and Easter holidays, due to peak season demand.
To ensure a smooth booking process with My Way to Egypt, our payment and deposit policies vary depending on the type of service booked:
Once your payment is processed, you will receive a written confirmation, a custom itinerary, and travel documents by email. All payment receipts will also be provided for your records.
We understand that travel plans may need to change. If you need to cancel your tour, our cancellation policy is as follows:
Refunds (when applicable) are processed within 14 working days of receiving a written cancellation notice. Please note that some cruises or accommodations may apply stricter cancellation terms, which will be clearly communicated in your itinerary.
Cancellation Policy and Fees (‘My Way To Egypt’ and the Customer)
All cancellation requests must be made in writing via email. In case of cancellation, the following charges will apply based on the date of cancellation prior to the tour
start date:
| Cancellation Period | Installment Schedule | Cancellation Fee |
| Deposit – Non-refundable and secures your place on the tour | ASAP | 10% of the total tour price |
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Within date of booking until 3 rd) months |
30% |
50% Non-refundable of the installment |
| Between 3 rd - 6 th months | 30% | 75% Non-refundable of the installment |
| Up Until January 2027 | 30% | 100% Non-refundable of the installment |
The deposit is strictly non-refundable under all circumstances.
Force Majeure Clause
Price Adjustments
Additional Terms
Children Policy
If your tour includes airfare, then an extra charge for child rate may apply.
At My Way to Egypt, we are proud to offer family-friendly travel experiences. Our children’s pricing policy is as follows:
Children’s discounts apply only when sharing accommodation with two full-paying adults. Please note that some Nile Cruises and luxury hotels may apply different policies or restrict bookings for young children—these will be outlined in your itinerary if applicable.
Some unique experiences are optional and not included in the standard package. You can book these add-ons in advance or arrange them on-site (subject to availability). Optional experiences may include:
These optional tours are payable in USD or local currency (EGP). We recommend booking them in advance to ensure availability, especially during peak season.
While our packages are inclusive, we recommend that travelers budget for the following personal and incidental expenses:
We advise travelers to carry small amounts of local currency (EGP) for convenience, especially when visiting local markets or tipping service staff.
Tipping, known locally as "baksheesh", is a widely accepted custom and considered a sign of gratitude for good service. While not mandatory, tipping is strongly encouraged and appreciated by service staff. Below are suggested tipping amounts:
Unless specifically stated, tipping is not included in your package price. We recommend preparing small bills in USD or EGP for tipping convenience.
The tour is centered around the total solar eclipse on Monday, 2 August 2027, with the key moment listed at 10:22:09 and a duration of 2h 45m 55s. You’ll experience it in Luxor, one of the most iconic places in Egypt to witness this rare event.
Yes—this itinerary is built around the 2027 total solar eclipse experience in Luxor, making it a once-in-a-lifetime highlight of the trip.
Yes. You should only look at the sun through certified eclipse glasses or appropriate solar viewing equipment. If your package includes eclipse-viewing support, your team can help guide you on safe viewing during the event.
The eclipse is the priority, and schedules may be adjusted slightly to ensure the best possible experience. For example, Karnak Temple may be visited before or after the eclipse depending on site access or timing.
To reserve, you typically need your preferred dates, number of travelers, hotel preferences, and any add-ons (like the balloon). Once confirmed, you’ll receive full booking details and next steps.
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