ABELA X Amisol ECLIPSE EXPRESS I 2027

The Rail Journey to Totality

Abela Egypt, Egypt’s first private company managing the Elite Sleeper Train, joins forces with Amisol Travel Egypt, an experienced Egyptian destination management company, to introduce a unique way to experience one of the most historic celestial events of our generation: the Total Solar Eclipse of 2 August 2027 in Luxor.

Together, Abela and Amisol have created the Abela Eclipse Express — an authentic rail journey connecting Cairo, Luxor and Aswan, with the spectacular eclipse celebration at the heart of the experience.

Travel by Train — The Smart Way to Reach Totality

With exceptionally high visitor numbers expected across Egypt during the eclipse period, airports and domestic flights are anticipated to be extremely busy, with limited flight capacity and airport slots.

The Abela Eclipse Express offers a comfortable and practical alternative: travelling overnight aboard Egypt’s Elite Sleeper Train, avoiding unnecessary airport congestion while turning the journey itself into part of the experience.

Guests can relax in their private sleeper cabins and have the option to upgrade their journey with fine dining and enhanced hospitality in the VIP Club Car.

A Historic Eclipse Festival in Luxor

Abela is not only Egypt's sleeper-train operator; it is also an established catering and hospitality company with many years of experience providing catering services in challenging and remote locations.

This operational expertise, combined with Amisol Travel Egypt's destination knowledge and event organisation, provides the foundation for a professionally managed Eclipse Festival on Luxor's West Bank.

The event will bring together the essential elements required for this extraordinary day — a carefully selected viewing location, organised transportation, seating and shaded areas, refreshments, catering, BBQ lunch, guest facilities, local assistance and professional eclipse support.

Our aim is to create an unforgettable celebration worthy of a moment that may never be repeated in Luxor in our lifetime.

Authentic Egypt — Cairo • Luxor • Aswan • Totality

The Abela Eclipse Express is more than transportation to the eclipse. It is a complete Egyptian journey combining the country's great historic destinations with the romance of overnight rail travel.

From Cairo and the Pyramids to Luxor, Aswan and the Nile, every element has been designed to make reaching the eclipse part of the adventure itself.

The Abela Eclipse Express forms part of a specially created series of Amisol Travel Egypt eclipse programmes, designed for travellers who want to experience this remarkable event in an authentic, comfortable and well-organised way — while benefiting from one of our best-value Eclipse 2027 packages.

One journey. Three great Egyptian cities. One extraordinary moment of totality.

Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, meet your Amisol Travel representative for welcome assistance.

Private transfer to your hotel and check-in.

Enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.

Overnight: Cairo Novotel 6th of October or Similar

PYRAMIDS • GRAND EGYPTIAN MUSEUM • ABELA ECLIPSE EXPRESS

After breakfast, meet your Egyptologist and begin your exploration of Cairo.

Visit the legendary Giza Plateau, home to the Great Pyramid, the Pyramids of Khafre and Menkaure and the Great Sphinx.

Continue to the spectacular Grand Egyptian Museum, where thousands of years of Ancient Egyptian history are brought together in one extraordinary collection.

Lunch will be served during the sightseeing programme.

In the evening, transfer to Cairo Railway Station and board the Abela Elite Sleeper Train.

Settle into your private sleeping cabin as the AbelaX Amisol Eclipse Express begins its overnight journey south through the Nile Valley towards Aswan.

Overnight: Abela Elite Sleeper Train
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

ASWAN • PHILAE TEMPLE • FELUCCA ON THE NILE

Arrive in Aswan and meet your local guide.

Begin your exploration with a visit to the beautiful Temple of Philae, dramatically located on an island and reached by motorboat.

After sightseeing, transfer to your hotel and check in.

Later in the afternoon, board a traditional felucca for a relaxed sailing experience around Aswan's islands and the beautiful Nile landscapes.

Optional Experience

A visit to a Nubian Village can be arranged for guests wishing to discover more about Nubian culture and local life.

Return to your hotel and enjoy an early night in preparation for Eclipse Day.

Overnight: Aswan
Meals: Breakfast

An unforgettable day begins very early. At approximately 3:00 AM, transfer Luxor Aswan by Private bus arriving around 7:00 AM. Meet your Egyptologist and travel directly to Luxor's West Bank to explore the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon. Continue to the Abela × Amisol Total Solar Eclipse Festival on a specially selected green-field viewing site , with a reserved prime viewing area, individual guest space, chairs and umbrellas, water and soft drinks, light refreshments, Abela catering, a freshly grilled festival lunch, space for cameras and on-site coordination by Amisol Travel. Departure from the venue is planned from approximately 4:00 PM. In the evening, visit the magnificent Luxor Temple, especially atmospheric after sunset, then transfer to Luxor Railway Station and board the Abela Elite Sleeper Train back to Cairo. Overnight: Abela Elite Sleeper Train

Overnight: Abela Elite Sleeper Train
Meals: Eclipse Festival refreshments & grilled lunch

Eclipse Hospitality Includes

·         Reserved prime Eclipse viewing area

·         Individual guest viewing space

·         Chairs and umbrellas

·         Water and soft drinks

·         Light refreshments

·         Abela catering service

·         Freshly grilled festival lunch

·         Space for cameras and photographic equipment

·         On-site local assistance

·         Event coordination by Amisol Travel

RETURN TO CAIRO • KHAN EL KHALILI • LEISURE

Upon arrival in Cairo, meet your local representative and continue to historic Khan El Khalili.

Enjoy time exploring the atmospheric lanes, traditional shops and cafés of Old Cairo.

Afterwards, transfer to your hotel and check in.

The remainder of the day is free to relax, enjoy the hotel facilities or spend time around the pool after your extraordinary journey through Upper Egypt.

Overnight: Cairo
Meals: Breakfast

DEPARTURE OR EXTEND YOUR EGYPT JOURNEY

Breakfast at the hotel.

Private transfer to Cairo International Airport according to your international flight departure time.

Alternatively, continue your journey with one of our optional Egypt extensions.

Extend Your Stay

Choose from:

Nile Cruise • Red Sea • Alexandria • Siwa Oasis • Western Desert • Abu Simbel • Golf • Longer Cairo Stay

Meals: Breakfast