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From EUR 3,756 per person. Book by enquiry or WhatsApp; our team confirms availability and the final price.
26 July – 4 August 2027
7 Cabins · Maximum 14 Guests · Private Charter · Aswan to Luxor
Your own private Dahabeya for the 2027 Total Solar Eclipse
Experience Egypt's longest total solar eclipse of 2027 from your own private Dahabeya, sailing from Aswan towards Luxor.
Instead of joining a large cruise or a crowded public viewing event, you will travel in a small private group of maximum 14 guests, combining the temples and landscapes of Upper Egypt with an exceptional eclipse experience on the Nile.
Sail from Aswan towards Luxor aboard your own private Dahabeya, following the Nile through the temples and landscapes of Upper Egypt.
Over ten days, your group travels at a slower pace, with time for Aswan, Philae, Kom Ombo, Gebel Silsila, Edfu and Esna before reaching the eclipse period.
On 2 August 2027, the journey reaches its defining moment: the Total Solar Eclipse. Instead of joining a large cruise or a crowded public viewing event, you experience this extraordinary event as part of a private group of no more than 14 guests.
The journey continues to Luxor after the eclipse, giving you time to experience Egypt's ancient river landscape before disembarkation.
Your boat. Your group. Your Nile. Your eclipse.
THE CONCEPT IN ONE GLANCE
26 July, Arrival Aswan · Embarkation
27 July, Aswan · Optional Abu Simbel · Philae
28 July, Aswan → Kom Ombo
29 July, Kom Ombo → Gebel Silsila
30 July, Gebel Silsila → Edfu
31 July, Edfu → Esna · Eclipse preparation
1 August, Eclipse Eve · Observation preparation
2 August, TOTAL SOLAR ECLIPSE
3 August, Luxor · Temples · Optional Sound & Light
4 August, Disembarkation · Individual onward travel
7 cabins · maximum 14 guests · one private Dahabeya · one extraordinary eclipse
Important information
Important information, Suneclipse 2027 - Dabuka
Know before you go
Suneclipse location
The eclipse will be observed from a private Dahabeya cruise vessel, offering an exclusive and comfortable setting on the Nile.
Each cabin features a private en-suite bathroom. The vessel is relatively new and operated by a large, highly attentive crew. Special dietary requirements and individual food preferences are fully taken into account.
The Dahabeya accommodates a maximum of 14 overnight guests, ensuring a small and private group atmosphere. The spacious sun deck provides ample room for all guests, allowing comfortable, unhurried viewing of the eclipse exclusively for the group.
Timing***
Duration of totality 5:47.7
Duration of entire eclipse 2:37.35.1
Partial eclipse begins- 11:40:29.3
Total eclipse begins – 13:02:47.0
Max eclipse - 13:05:40.9
Total eclipse ends – 13:08:34.4
Partial eclipse ends – 14:27:04.4
*** The times given are local times. They may shift by one hour depending on whether Egypt observes daylight saving time at that time.
Guests who wish to travel to Luxor (approximately 40 km away) may do so individually, however this is not recommended due to timing and logistical considerations.
For all bookings for the Sun Eclipse 2027 in Egypt, special payment and cancellation conditions apply.
Upon receipt of the booking confirmation or invoice, a deposit of 20% of the total price becomes due in between 10 working days. The remaining balance must be paid no later than 02 January 2027.
The following cancellation conditions apply:
Until 04 September 2026: 20% of the total travel price
From 05 September 2026: 75% of the total travel price
From 01 January 2027: 96% of the total travel price
Please note that international and domestic flights are not included in the quoted price. Airlines typically release their flight schedules and fares approximately one year in advance; therefore, flights for July - August 2027 will become available around September 2026.
Should you wish to receive an offer for international or domestic flights, we kindly ask you to complete the flight request form on our website. Once flight options become available, we will prepare and forward an offer for your review.
Please be aware that submitting the request form does not constitute a booking order. We will only proceed with a flight reservation upon receiving your explicit written approval.
Furthermore, please note that flights are an external service provided solely by the airline, and Dabuka does not have control over airline-related matters. Any delays, schedule changes, or baggage issues fall under the responsibility of the operating carrier. We therefore recommend obtaining appropriate travel insurance should you wish to be covered for such circumstances.
We are also happy to provide personal consultations by appointment to help you choose the observation location that best suits your preferences and ensure an optimal eclipse experience.
Trip Outline
- Trip Outline
Day 1 - 26 July 2027: Arrival in Aswan
Your Egyptian adventure begins in Aswan.
Whether you arrive by flight to Aswan or via Hurghada, Dabuka will arrange your transfer to the Dahabeya.
Once on board, settle into your private cabin and enjoy your first evening on the Nile.
Overnight: Private Dahabeya
Meals: Dinner
Day 2 - 27 July 2027: Aswan & Abu Simbel
After breakfast, you can choose between a relaxed day in Aswan or an optional excursion to Abu Simbel, by flight or road.
Back in Aswan, we continue with:
Philae Temple
High Dam
Unfinished Obelisk, if desired
Lunch
Free time on board
In the evening, enjoy dinner on the Dahabeya as the group prepares for the journey north.
Overnight: Private Dahabeya
Meals: Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Day 3 - 28 July 2027: Aswan → Kom Ombo
Today the Dahabeya begins its journey downstream.
There is no rush.
Enjoy breakfast on board, watch the Nile landscape pass by and experience the slower rhythm of traditional Nile travel.
In the afternoon:
Kom Ombo Temple
After the visit, return to the Dahabeya and continue sailing.
Overnight: Private Dahabeya
Meals: Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Day 4 - 29 July 2027: Kom Ombo → Gebel Silsila
Today takes us away from the classic Nile Cruise itinerary.
We sail towards Gebel Silsila, one of the more atmospheric and less frequently visited sites along the Nile.
Depending on local conditions and permissions, there can be opportunities for smaller walks and encounters away from the major tourist crowds.
The afternoon and evening are spent enjoying the river and the landscape from the Dahabeya.
Overnight: Private Dahabeya
Meals: Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Day 5 - 30 July 2027: Gebel Silsila → Edfu
After breakfast, continue sailing towards Edfu.
The main visit today is the spectacular Temple of Horus at Edfu.
After the visit, return to the Dahabeya and enjoy another evening on the Nile.
We are now getting closer to the eclipse zone.
Overnight: Private Dahabeya
Meals: Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Day 6 - 31 July 2027: Edfu → Esna → Eclipse Preparation
Today is the transition from a classic Upper Egypt journey to our eclipse adventure.
The Dahabeya continues north towards Esna.
Depending on timing and local conditions, we can visit Esna Temple before continuing towards the area selected for our eclipse observation.
We will also visit the planned observation location and make sure that everything is ready for the following day.
No rushed sightseeing.
No unnecessary transfers.
The priority is to have the Dahabeya and the group in the right position before Eclipse Day.
Overnight: Private Dahabeya
Meals: Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Day 7 - 1 August 2027: Eclipse Eve
The day before the Eclipse
This is deliberately a relaxed preparation day.
There is no long sightseeing program.
The Dahabeya will already be positioned in the selected eclipse area.
Depending on the final location and local conditions, guests can:
explore the surroundings
make a short optional visit
photograph the landscape
prepare their cameras and equipment
relax on board
enjoy the Nile scenery
In the evening we will have a detailed Eclipse Briefing covering:
the timetable
eclipse glasses and safety
photography
observation positions
weather considerations
what to expect during totality
Then simply enjoy dinner and a quiet evening on the Nile.
Overnight: Private Dahabeya
Meals: Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Day 8 - 2 August 2027: The Total Soalr Eclipse
The reason for the journey
Today there is no conventional sightseeing program.
The entire day revolves around the eclipse.
After breakfast, we prepare the observation area.
Guests can set up:
cameras
tripods
binoculars
eclipse glasses
other photography equipment
There is plenty of time to relax, photograph the changing light and watch the landscape transform as the Moon gradually covers the Sun.
Totality
In the Esna area, the total phase is approximately 5 minutes 48 seconds.
Timing***
Duration of totality 5:47.7
Duration of entire eclipse 2:37.35.1
Partial eclipse begins- 11:40:29.3
Total eclipse begins – 13:02:47.0
Max eclipse - 13:05:40.9
Total eclipse ends – 13:08:34.4
Partial eclipse ends – 14:27:04.4
*** The times given are local times. They may shift by one hour depending on whether Egypt observes daylight saving time at that time.
That is an extraordinary duration for a total solar eclipse.
And this is where the concept becomes special:
You are not one group among thousands at a public viewing event.
You have your own private Dahabeya, your own group of maximum 14 guests and your own carefully prepared observation setting.
Whether we ultimately observe directly from the Dahabeya or from a private observation location on land will depend on the final operational arrangements and permissions.
After totality, there is no need to rush anywhere.
Enjoy lunch, relax and experience the extraordinary atmosphere that follows a total solar eclipse.
Overnight: Private Dahabeya
Meals: Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Day 9 - 3 August 2027: Luxor
The morning after the eclipse is intentionally relaxed.
After breakfast we continue towards Luxor.
Possible program:
Luxor Temple
Lunch
Karnak Temple
Optional Karnak Sound & Light Show
Or simply enjoy some free time on board.
After the intensity of Eclipse Day, there is no pressure to fill every hour with sightseeing.
Overnight: Private Dahabeya
Meals: Breakfast & lunch/dinner
Day 10 - 4 August 2027: Departure
After breakfast, it is time to leave the Dahabeya.
Private transfers can be arranged according to your onward journey.
Possible destinations include:
Luxor Airport
Hurghada Airport
Hurghada
individual onward programs
extension tours through Egypt
The private Dahabeya journey ends here, but your Egyptian adventure does not have to.
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