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From EUR 2,610 per person. Book by enquiry or WhatsApp; our team confirms availability and the final price.
STARS FIRST, SUN LAST - BUT NOT LEAST
A Luxury Desert Expedition to the Meteors, the Milky Way and the Total Solar Eclipse
Egypt Solar Eclipse 2027
27 July – 3 August 2027
This journey begins under a dark desert sky and ends beneath a darkened sun. Combining world-famous archaeological treasures with some of Egypt's most remote desert landscapes, it is a carefully designed expedition built around two of the rarest events the sky has to offer.
Around 30–31 July, the Southern Delta Aquariids and Alpha Capricornids are both active. Under the dark Egyptian desert sky, you may see meteors and occasional bright fireballs alongside the Milky Way and the summer night sky.
This itinerary includes the same exclusive experiences as our original Luxury Desert Expedition, but follows a different sequence. Rather than travelling into the desert after the eclipse, you begin your adventure among Egypt's spectacular natural landscapes before ending the journey with the eclipse in the tranquil surroundings of Bahariya Oasis. The result is a relaxed travel rhythm that balances cultural discovery, wilderness and comfort.
The journey culminates on 2 August 2027 with the Total Solar Eclipse, the longest total eclipse visible on land during our lifetime, with an extraordinary 6 minutes and 24 seconds of totality.
Timing***
Duration of totality 6:22.7
Duration of entire eclipse 2:46.07.4
Partial eclipse begins- 11:29:22.1
Total eclipse begins – 12:50:08.2
Max eclipse - 12:53:19.6
Total eclipse ends – 12:56:30.9
Partial eclipse ends – 14:15:29.5
*** The times given are local times. They may shift by one hour depending on whether Egypt observes daylight saving time at that time.
Throughout the journey you travel in modern air-conditioned vehicles. Complimentary bottled drinking water is available at all times, and transfer days have been carefully planned to avoid unnecessarily long drives, allowing plenty of opportunities to enjoy the changing landscapes along the way.
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Expedition Highlights
Experience the longest total solar eclipse visible on land during our lifetime.
Up to 6 minutes and 22 seconds of totality.
- Small-group expedition with carefully selected routes.
- Luxury glamping in the spectacular White Desert.
- Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Wadi El Hitan.
- Explore the remarkable Djara Cave and the volcanic Black Desert.
Important information, Suneclipse 2027 - Dabuka
Know before you go
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 circumst
Good to know
- Comfortable travel in modern air-conditioned vehicles.
- Complimentary bottled drinking water available throughout the expedition.
- Carefully planned travel days with moderate driving times and regular scenic stops.
- All entrance fees, permits and logistics included.
Trip Outline
- Trip Outline
Day 1 | 27 July 2027: Arrival in Cairo
Welcome to Egypt.
Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, our representative will meet you and accompany you to your hotel.
The remainder of the day is yours to unwind after your flight and settle into the rhythm of the journey ahead.
Overnight: Royal Regency Hotel or similar (Bed & Breakfast)
Day 2 | 28 July 2027: Egypt's Timeless Icons
Your expedition begins with the monuments that have fascinated travellers for thousands of years.
Stand before the Great Pyramids of Giza and the enigmatic Sphinx before continuing to the magnificent Grand Egyptian Museum, home to the world's largest collection of ancient Egyptian treasures.
Return to Cairo in the afternoon and enjoy a relaxed evening.
Overnight: Royal Regency Hotel or similar (Bed & Breakfast)
Day 3 | 29 July 2027: Wadi El Hitan, Where Desert Meets Ancient Ocean
Leaving Cairo behind, travel southwest towards Fayoum, a scenic drive of approximately 3–4 hours through ever-changing landscapes.
Your destination is Wadi El Hitan, the legendary Valley of the Whales and one of Egypt's UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Here, perfectly preserved whale fossils dating back more than 40 million years tell the remarkable story of an ancient sea that once covered the Sahara.
As daylight fades, continue to your desert camp where the silence of the wilderness and an endless canopy of stars create an unforgettable first evening in the Western Desert.
Overnight: Star Camp Hotel or similar (Full Board) Note: This camp is fully equipped with bathrooms and AC!
Day 4 | 30 July 2027: Into the White Desert
Today the expedition ventures deeper into one of the world's most extraordinary desert landscapes.
Travel by 4×4 across golden plains towards the surreal White Desert National Park, famous for its sculptural limestone formations shaped by wind over millions of years.
The route has been designed to remain relaxed, with time for scenic stops, photography and short walks whenever the group wishes. Although you venture far into the desert, the actual driving time between Bahariya and the White Desert is only around one to one and a half hours.
Arrive at the exclusive Dabuka Desert Village, where elegant glamping tents blend comfort with complete immersion in nature.
As evening falls, enjoy a freshly prepared dinner beneath one of the clearest night skies on Earth.
And the timing offers another astronomical highlight.
Around 30–31 July, the Southern Delta Aquariids and Alpha Capricornids are both active. Under the dark Egyptian desert sky, you may see meteors and occasional bright fireballs alongside the Milky Way and the summer night sky.
Overnight: Dabuka Desert Camp, Luxury Glamping (Full Board) Note: No AC - no showers, but toilets are available. But at night in the desert it is naturally cooling down and the experience under the stars is unique.
Day 5 | 31 July 2027: The White Desert, A Landscape Like No Other
Spend an entire day exploring this astonishing natural wonder.
Discover hidden rock formations, vast open landscapes and places rarely reached by ordinary visitors. There is no rush today, only time to appreciate the silence, capture unforgettable photographs and experience a desert unlike anywhere else on Earth.
As the sun disappears behind the white limestone formations, another magical evening awaits around the camp.
Overnight: Dabuka Desert Camp– Luxury Glamping (Full Board)
Day 6 | 1 August 2027: Djara Cave & the Black Desert
Leaving the White Desert behind, continue across the Western Desert to one of its greatest hidden treasures.
The spectacular Djara Cave, with its delicate stalactites and stalagmites, has remained largely untouched for thousands of years and is visited by only a handful of travellers.
Later, cross the dramatic volcanic hills of the Black Desert before reaching the green oasis of Bahariya.
After days in the wilderness, the comfort of Tzila Lodge offers the perfect place to relax before tomorrow's extraordinary event.
Overnight: Tzila Lodge (5 rooms - first come first serve) or Star camp Hotel or similar bookings after 12 September 2026 (Half Board)
Day 7 | 2 August 2027: The Total Solar Eclipse
The moment you have travelled to Egypt for has arrived.
After breakfast, drive to our carefully selected eclipse observation site in the Bahariya region. Away from large crowds, you will witness one of nature's rarest spectacles in a setting of remarkable tranquillity.
As daylight slowly fades and the Moon completely covers the Sun, experience an astonishing 6 minutes and 23 seconds of totality, the longest total solar eclipse visible on land during this century.
Timing***
Duration of totality 6:22.7
Duration of entire eclipse 2:46.07.4
Partial eclipse begins- 11:29:22.1
Total eclipse begins – 12:50:08.2
Max eclipse - 12:53:19.6
Total eclipse ends – 12:56:30.9
Partial eclipse ends – 14:15:29.5
*** The times given are local times. They may shift by one hour depending on whether Egypt observes daylight saving time at that time.
Return to Tzila Lodge or Star Camp Hotel (Half Board) for a celebratory farewell dinner and a final evening together.
Overnight: Tzila Lodge (5 rooms - first come first serve) or Star camp Hotel or similar bookings after 12 September 2026 (Half Board)
Day 8 | 3 August 2027: Return to Cairo
After breakfast, leave Bahariya and return comfortably to Cairo in your air-conditioned vehicle.
Depending on your onward travel plans, transfer directly to Cairo International Airport or continue your Egyptian adventure with an optional extension in Cairo or along the Red Sea.
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