Egypt Total Solar Eclipse 2027 – 10 Nights / 11 Days from London

The total solar eclipse will take place on Monday, 2 August 2027. This package is planned specifically around that date, with three nights in Luxor and dedicated eclipse viewing included. The wider itinerary also includes Cairo before the eclipse and Hurghada afterwards, creating a complete Egypt holiday around the main celestial event.

Locations close to Luxor are expected to experience approximately six minutes and 22 seconds of totality, although the precise duration will depend on the final viewing location. This makes Egypt one of the best-positioned destinations along the eclipse path. Exact viewing arrangements and timings will be confirmed closer to departure.

Yes, dedicated eclipse viewing on 2 August 2027 is included in the advertised package. The final viewing site, departure time and operational arrangements will be confirmed closer to the event. As access requirements and local arrangements may evolve before 2027, travellers should follow the final instructions supplied with their travel documents.

Yes. Proper solar-viewing glasses or a safe handheld solar viewer must be used throughout the partial phases. Ordinary sunglasses are not suitable. Direct viewing is only safe during totality, when the Sun is completely obscured, and eye protection must be replaced immediately when sunlight begins to reappear.

January to March generally offers the best overall balance for this itinerary, particularly for drier conditions in Penang and Langkawi. Kuala Lumpur remains hot and humid throughout the year, with showers possible in every season. Malaysia can still be visited outside these months, although rainfall may be heavier, especially from September to November.

No tour operator can guarantee clear skies or uninterrupted eclipse visibility because weather conditions remain outside anyone’s control. Luxor is known for its dry, sunny summer climate, but haze, dust or cloud can still occur. The package and organised viewing arrangements will proceed as planned unless operational or safety conditions require changes.

August is extremely hot, particularly in Luxor, where daytime temperatures commonly rise above 40°C. Cairo and Hurghada will also be hot, although Hurghada may feel breezier beside the Red Sea. Travellers should carry water, use strong sun protection, wear light clothing and follow guidance concerning outdoor sightseeing and eclipse-viewing arrangements.

The package includes return UK flights, a Cairo–Luxor domestic flight, ten nights’ hotel accommodation and planned transfers. Breakfast is included during the Cairo and Luxor stays, while Hurghada is all-inclusive. Selected sightseeing tours and dedicated eclipse viewing are also included. Optional activities, personal expenses, visas and travel insurance are excluded unless confirmed otherwise.

The core travel dates and Luxor stay must remain aligned with the eclipse on 2 August 2027. However, hotel upgrades, alternative UK departure airports or additional nights may be possible depending on flight and accommodation availability. Travellers interested in extending their time in Cairo, Hurghada or elsewhere in Egypt should request this before booking.

British passport holders normally require a visa for Egypt. Current guidance also states that passports must expire at least six months after arrival and contain at least one blank page. Entry rules and fees can change before 2027, so travellers should check the latest official guidance before departure.

Booking early is strongly recommended because this is a fixed-date event attracting visitors from around the world. Flights, hotels and suitable accommodation around Luxor are likely to face unusually high demand. Reserving early also provides more choice across hotel categories and UK departure options, particularly for travellers who want to extend or customise their trip.