Overview
On August 2nd 2027, a total solar eclipse will black out the sun over parts of North Africa, Europe and the Middle East. One of the longest durations of totality will be observable around the southern Red Sea Riviera Resort of Marsa Alam. Here you can experience a total solar eclipse lasting around five minutes!
Dubbed ‘the eclipse of the century’ this special phenomenon will be quite an attraction. At Egypt Escapes we have compiled this very special offer package for you to witness this amazing event while on a luxury, all-inclusive summer holiday!
Special Offer Solar Eclipse Package to Egypt:
You can stay for 7-nights at the Coral Hills Resort in Marsa Alam from just £999pp, including an upgrade to seafront room. Contact our ‘Egypt Experts’ to book this incredible offer. Secure your spot with a low deposit and easy monthly instalments.
Special Offer Eclipse Departure Dates:
Gatwick: 26th, 27th, 29th, 30th, 31st July
Luton: 27th July
Manchester: 26th, 27th 28th, 29th, 30th July
Liverpool: 29th July, 1st Aug
Newcastle: 29th July, 1st Aug
Birmingham: 26th, 27th July
East Midlands: 28th July, 1st Aug
Bristol: 28th, 29th July, 1st Aug
Belfast: 28th, 31st July
Cardiff: 31st July
Glasgow: 30th July
Other durations, destinations and hotels available upon request. You can also add to your solar eclipse experience to include a Nile cruise, hotel stay in Luxor or some time in Cairo with pyramids and GEM tours. Just get in touch and let our ‘Egypt Experts’ create your perfect trip.
Where Can I Watch the Solar Eclipse in Egypt?
To experience the best of the solar eclipse, we suggest being in Luxor, the Marsa Alam area on the Red Sea or on any point of a Nile cruise for the event. This is as the greatest eclipse totality will be experienced between El Quseir on the Red Sea and Aswan at the end of the Nile cruises, where the Nile becomes Lake Nasser after the Aswan High Dam. So wherever you are on a Nile cruise will be excellent. At the extremities of El Quseir and Aswan totality will be about 5 minutes, the peak in the middle (37 miles south east of Luxor, in the desert) will be 6 minutes and 22 seconds.
Solar Eclipse Egypt:
In Egypt, Luxor and Marsa Alam will be among the best places to appreciate this extremely rare event. This is where the ‘greatest eclipse’ will be occurring and you will experience totality. The longest is in Luxor where it over 6 minutes. Marsa Alam will be over 5 minutes of total solar eclipse too. Hurghada, Sharm, Cairo (all over 95%) and other places in Egypt will be excellent vantage points too.
The path of totality crosses the Nile Valley, offering clear skies, with partial phases beginning at 1122am local time in some parts of Egypt and totality hitting in the early afternoon. In Luxor, the partial eclipse will begin at 1140hrs, with the total eclipse starting at 1302.14hrs and last until 1308.36hrs. This is an incredible solar eclipse duration of 6 minutes and 22 seconds. A solar eclipse of the century it absolutely is! At 1305.26hrs Luxor will reach maximum eclipse, making it THE place to experience this phenomenon.
Stages of the Solar Eclipse in Egypt – Monday August 2nd 2027
First Contact: The moon starts to move in front of the sun, creating a crescent shape (partial eclipse begins). This first phase will start over the Atlantic Ocean and moves across the map.
Second Contact: The moon completely covers the sun (full eclipse), marking the beginning of the “total” phase.
Maximum Eclipse: The point of greatest duration, lasting up to 6 minutes and 22 seconds near Luxor, Egypt, where the NSO – National Solar Observatory states the sun is completely blocked. This is the deepest point, where the sun’s corona is visible.
Third Contact: The moon begins to move away (totality ends) and the first ray of direct sunlight reappears, known as the diamond ring effect.
Fourth Contact: The moon completely moves off the sun’s disk, ending the eclipse.
You'll Love
- Solar Eclipse Package
- Experience 5 Minutes of Totality
- Beach Front Location
- All-Inclusive Board
Dining & Bars
Dining at the Coral Hills Resort is considered an integral part of the holiday experience, allowing guests to travel to different corners of the globe through the international menu of the main restaurant. The hotel also offers a Lobby Bar, the Rainbow Bar, the Daedalus Beach Bar and the Barahaya Oriental Corner that serve a variety of cocktails, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, hot drinks, soft drinks and water pipes. Some items may not be covered in the All-inclusive programme.
All-inclusive Schedule (subject to change):
Breakfast: 07:00–10:00
Lunch: 13:00–15:00
Dinner: 19:00–22:00
Drinks: 10:00–00:00
Rooms
Coral Hills Resort Marsa Alam
Coral Hills Resort Marsa Alam in Marsa Alam (located near El Quseir) features low-rise accommodation blocks where rooms offer balconies or terraces with views overlooking the Red Sea, gardens or pools. Sea-facing rooms put guests close to the property's beachfront and private coral reef access.
Facilities
Coral Hills Resort Marsa Alam is located directly on the Red Sea Riviera, just south of El Quseir and north of Marsa Alam in a prime diving spot. It offers 2 outdoor pools, a diving centre, a health club and a discotheque. Wi-Fi is available. All rooms at Coral Hills feature a balcony overlooking the sea. Each comes equipped with a flat-screen TV, a minibar and a safety deposit box. The bathroom includes a bathtub and a hairdryer. Room service is available 24 hours. Coral Hills’ Spa offers a range of relaxation options including massages complimented by the sauna. The gym is equipped with state-of-the-art cardiovascular equipment. A games room that includes billiards is also available. Marsa Alam City is 45 minutes by car from Coral Hills Resort & SPA.
