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Luxor – Karnak Temple – Dendera Temple and Abydos (Optional)
July 30 – August 3, 2027
Experience the awe of ancient history and the spectacle of a rare celestial event on this 5-day journey to Luxor, centered around the August 2 total solar eclipse. With an incredible totality of 6 minutes and 22 seconds, this tour is designed for an unforgettable astronomical experience. Your adventure begins on Luxor’s East Bank with visits to the Luxor Temple, a key site for ancient festivals, and the Karnak Temple, the largest religious complex ever constructed, representing the combined architectural achievements of generations of pharaohs.
The tour offers customizable adventures with optional excursions. You can choose to begin your day with a breathtaking hot air balloon ride, floating over the iconic Valley of the Kings and Queens for a stunning aerial perspective of these historic monuments. Alternatively, journey with an Egyptologist to the beautifully preserved Dendera Temple, dedicated to the goddess Hathor, where you can admire its intact roof and detailed astronomical ceilings, including a plaster cast of the famous Zodiac. This excursion also includes a visit to the ancient city of Abydos, home to the magnificent Temple of King Seti I.
On eclipse day, you will be transported to an exclusive viewing location positioned directly on the centerline for the longest possible duration of totality. Guided by an expert astronomy lecturer, you will witness the century’s most significant solar eclipse in a setting steeped in thousands of years of history. Following this once-in-a-lifetime event, a celebration will be held to commemorate the experience with fellow travelers.
This focused tour provides a perfect blend of Egypt’s most revered historical sites with the unparalleled wonder of a total solar eclipse, offering a concentrated and powerful adventure for both history buffs and astronomy enthusiasts.
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