Experience the Eclipse on the Nile - aboard Mazaj

WHEN THE ECLIPSE MEETS THE NILE

2 AUGUST 2027 · TOTAL SOLAR ECLIPSE · ON THE NILE

There are places where an eclipse can be witnessed. And then there is Egypt.

On the Nile, this extraordinary celestial event unfolds against a landscape shaped by thousands of years of history - ancient temples, golden desert horizons, palm-lined islands, and the timeless rhythm of the river.

And you won't experience it from just any cruise. You'll experience it aboard a Mazaj Dahabiya Meroot, Sia, or Seba - an intimate way to travel the Nile, where the journey moves at the rhythm of the river, and the horizon remains part of the experience.

As daylight fades and the sky transforms, Egypt becomes more than the setting. The Nile becomes part of the spectacle, while your Mazaj Dahabiya becomes your private vantage point for a moment that will never be repeated in quite the same way.

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Eclipse 2027 - experienced the Mazaj way.

A PROPOSED ITINERARIES FROM LUXOR TO ASWAN

Our Luxor to Aswan itinerary is a carefully curated starting point, but your journey does not have to follow a fixed path. Visits and experiences can be added or removed upon request, allowing your time aboard Mazaj to be tailored around your interests and the way you want to discover Egypt.

DAY 01

LUXOR - WHERE THE JOURNEY BEGINS

Embarkation · Karnak · Luxor Temple · West Bank

Your journey begins in Luxor, where the Nile meets one of the world's greatest concentrations of ancient temples.
Settle aboard your dahabiya over lunch before stepping ashore to explore the monumental temples of Karnak and Luxor. As evening falls, return to the river for dinner and your first night aboard on the West Bank.

Experience

Embarkation in Luxor
Lunch on board
Karnak Temple
Luxor Temple
Dinner
Overnight on the West Bank

DAY 02

LUXOR - INTO THE WORLD OF THE PHARAOHS

Valley of the Kings · Hatshepsut · Colossi of Memnon · Sailing to Esna

Leave the river behind for a morning among the monuments of ancient Thebes. Explore the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon before returning to your dahabiya for lunch.
In the afternoon, the pace changes. Sail south towards Esna, with tea served on the Sun Deck as the landscape slowly unfolds around you.

Experience

Breakfast on board
Valley of the Kings
Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
Colossi of Memnon
Lunch on board
Sail to Esna
Tea on the Sun Deck
Dinner while sailing
Overnight in Esna

a body of water with a building in the background

DAY 03

EDFU

ANCIENT GODS, RIVER RHYTHM

Let the river set the pace as your journey continues south.
Sail towards Edfu and discover the remarkably preserved Temple of Horus before returning to the river and continuing towards Al Ramady Island.

EXPERIENCE

Sailing to Edfu
Lunch during sailing
Temple of Edfu
Sailing to Al Ramady Island
Tea / sunset
Dinner on board
Overnight beside the island

a person standing in front of a body of water

DAY 04

GEBEL EL SILSILA

THE NILE, UNHURRIED

Follow the quieter rhythm of the Nile through landscapes shaped by thousands of years of history.
Visit Gebel El Silsila and Kom Ombo before continuing towards El Sheikh Fadl Island, where the day unfolds at the pace of the river.

EXPERIENCE

Morning sailing
Gebel El Silsila
Kom Ombo Temple
Lunch during sailing
El Sheikh Fadl Island
Tea time
Dinner on the island
Continue sailing towards Aswan
Overnight on board

DAY 05

ASWAN

WHERE THE RIVER REVEALS ITS SOUTH

Arrive in Aswan, where the Nile takes on a different character and ancient Egypt meets the southern horizon.
Discover Philae Temple and the High Dam before enjoying time in Aswan and exploring the colours and atmosphere of its local market.

EXPERIENCE

Arrival in Aswan
Breakfast on board
Philae Temple
High Dam
Lunch on board
Free time in Aswan
Aswan Market
Overnight in Aswan

DAY 06

ASWAN

UNTIL THE RIVER CALLS AGAIN

After six days along the Nile, your journey comes to an end in Aswan.
Leave your Mazaj Dahabiya carrying memories of ancient temples, timeless landscapes and an extraordinary journey through Egypt.

EXPERIENCE

Breakfast on board
Disembarkation in Aswan

GENERAL INFORMATION

CHECK-IN & ECLIPSE VIEWING
Guests should check in in Luxor on 1 August 2027.
The dahabiya will remain in Luxor until after 1:10 PM on 2 August 2027, allowing guests to experience the Total Solar Eclipse from the heart of Luxor for 6 minutes 21 seconds.

ON ECLIPSE DAY

Eclipse glasses included
Shaded viewing area available on the Sun Deck
August temperatures in Egypt can reach 40°C+. Guests are advised to prepare for high temperatures and strong sun exposure.

Please note: Aswan is outside the path of totality and will experience only a partial eclipse.

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