17-Day Russia, Türkiye & Egypt Total Solar Eclipse with Nile Cruise Tour 2027

Meals: No Meals

Welcome to Russia! Upon arrival in Moscow, you will be met by your guide and driver. Transfer to your hotel and check-in. The rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight in Moscow.

(Breakfast included)

Meet your guide and start a full-day Moscow discovery. Visit Red Square, including St. Basil’s Cathedral (exterior), Lenin’s Mausoleum (exterior), and the GUM department store. Continue to the Moscow Kremlin Territory and Cathedrals, the historic and political center of Russia. Visit the Sparrow Hills observation platform for panoramic city views, and enjoy the "Flight over Moscow" experience at Zaryadye Park. Free time and return to the hotel. Overnight in Moscow.

(Breakfast included)

Meet your guide and visit the Izmaylovo Kremlin and souvenir market, a great place for traditional crafts and gifts. Continue with a guided tour of the Moscow Metro, known for its underground architecture and design. Walk along Arbat Street, one of Moscow’s oldest pedestrian streets filled with artists, musicians, cafés, and history. Free time for shopping or leisure activities. Return to the hotel. Overnight in Moscow.

(Breakfast included)

Check out of your hotel and transfer to the railway station. Board the Sapsan high-speed train to St. Petersburg (approx. 4 hours, Economy class). Upon arrival in St. Petersburg, meet your guide and driver and transfer to your hotel for check-in. Overnight in St. Petersburg.

(Breakfast included)

Meet your guide for a full-day city tour. Discover the historic center of St. Petersburg, including Palace Square, Nevsky Prospect, St. Isaac’s Cathedral (exterior), Kazan Cathedral, the Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood (exterior), and views of the Neva River, Peter & Paul Fortress, and Vasilyevsky Island. Visit the Hermitage Museum, located inside the Winter Palace, housing masterpieces by artists like Leonardo da Vinci, Rembrandt, and Van Gogh. Return to the hotel. Overnight in St. Petersburg.

(Breakfast included)

Meet your guide and transfer to Peterhof Palace & Gardens, famous for its fountains and landscaped parks. Enjoy a guided visit of the Lower Park and fountain complex. In the afternoon, experience a canal boat cruise through the rivers and waterways of St. Petersburg. Return to the hotel. Overnight in St. Petersburg.

(Breakfast included)

Check out of your hotel. Transfer to St. Petersburg Airport for your international flight to Turkiye. Welcome to Turkiye! Upon arrival at Istanbul Airport, you will be met and assisted with your transfer to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day at leisure to begin exploring the vibrant streets of Istanbul at your own pace. Overnight in Istanbul.

(Breakfast & Lunch included)

Explore the historic heart of Istanbul’s Old City. Marvel at the exterior of the Topkapi Palace and witness the architectural majesty of Hagia Sophia from the outside. Visit the Blue Mosque, famous for its Iznik tilework and six minarets, and walk through the Hippodrome, the former sporting center of Constantinople. After a lunch of local Turkish cuisine, get lost in the vibrant atmosphere of the Grand Bazaar, one of the world's oldest and largest covered markets. Overnight in Istanbul.

(Breakfast & Lunch included)

Visit the Spice Bazaar (Egyptian Market), renowned for its vibrant atmosphere and traditional flavors. Embark on a Bosphorus Cruise to admire the waterfront palaces, Ottoman fortresses, and the unique skyline connecting Europe and Asia. Following lunch, explore the historic Eyup District and ascend to Pierre Loti Hill via cable car for spectacular panoramic views over the Golden Horn. Overnight in Istanbul.

(Breakfast included)

Check out of your hotel and transfer to Istanbul Airport for your international flight to Egypt. Welcome to Egypt! Upon your arrival at Cairo International Airport, our representative will greet you and assist with visa arrangements. Enjoy a seamless transfer to your hotel and settle in for an unforgettable historic journey ahead. Overnight in Cairo.

(Breakfast included)

Visit the legendary Giza Plateau to marvel at the Great Pyramids and the Great Sphinx. Continue to the Grand Egyptian Museum to explore an unrivaled collection of ancient treasures. Conclude with a visit to the Papyrus Institute to witness this ancient art form in action. Overnight in Cairo.

(Breakfast included)

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your domestic flight to Aswan. Upon arrival, visit the magnificent Philae Temple, dedicated to the Goddess Isis. Continue to the High Dam - a marvel of modern engineering - and the Unfinished Obelisk, which reveals ancient quarrying secrets. Transfer to your hotel for check-in. Overnight in Aswan.

(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included)

Enjoy a free morning or join an optional excursion to the awe-inspiring Abu Simbel Temples, carved into the rock by Ramses II. In the afternoon, transfer to the pier and embark on your 5★ Nile Cruise, enjoying your first delicious lunch on board as you begin sailing the historic river. Overnight onboard the Nile Cruise.

(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included)

Sail along the eternal river to Kom Ombo and visit the unique dual temple dedicated to Haroeris and Sobek. Continue sailing to Edfu to explore its famous temple, one of the most magnificent and incredibly well-preserved examples of ancient Egyptian architecture. Overnight onboard the Nile Cruise.

(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included)

Arrive in the historic city of Luxor and cross to the East Bank to explore the monumental grandeur of Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple. Immerse yourself in the architectural wonders and intricate details of ancient Egyptian craftsmanship. Overnight onboard the Nile Cruise.

(Breakfast, Lunch, Snacks & Refreshments included)

Today marks the centerpiece of your journey. In the early morning, disembark and proceed to our specially selected viewing location on Luxor's West Bank, standing near the legendary Valley of the Kings and the Colossi of Memnon. At 13:02, watch as the sky transforms: daylight completely fades into an ethereal twilight for 6 minutes and 23 seconds of total darkness, reaching its breathtaking peak at 13:05. Experience the sky dimming, temperatures falling, and the stars emerging in broad daylight—a once-in-a-lifetime cosmic wonder. Following this celestial wonder, visit the grand Luxor Temple before transferring to Luxor Airport for your domestic flight back to Cairo. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel for check-in. Overnight in Cairo.

(Breakfast included)

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before checking out. Transfer to Cairo International Airport for your international departure flight back home.