A modern river cruise ship on the Nile beside floodlit temple columns under a total solar eclipse

31 July – 4 August 2027 · Aswan to Luxor

The eclipse of the century.From the Nile.

Four nights aboard our privately chartered MS Nefertiti, a Seat at the Table long table at Karnak Temple, and over six minutes of totality over Luxor, shared with friends old and new.

Countdown to totality · 2 August 2027 · 13:01 Luxor time

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Lower Deck sold out20% deposit secures your cabinPrices rise 1 December 2026

Why this eclipse

Where will you be when the sun disappears?

On 2 August 2027 the Moon will completely cover the Sun above Luxor, plunging one of the most storied landscapes on earth into darkness. It is the most extraordinary celestial event of our lifetime, and we will meet it together from the deck of our own ship.

  • 6+minutes of totality over Luxor
  • 1privately chartered ship
  • 4nights on the Nile
The pyramids of Giza beneath a total solar eclipse in a dark sky
Totality crosses Egypt on 2 August 2027. We'll watch it from Luxor.

The experience

Four nights. One ship. Ancient Egypt.

What sets Seat at the Table apart is the people: a wonderfully interesting, fun group from all over the world, gathered around one table.

A Seat at the Table long table dinner set for guests

A long table at Karnak

Our signature SATT Long Table dinner, set at Karnak Temple.

Nile cruise ship on the river

Eclipse day on deck

Pool deck, DJ, lunch and Champagne, then totality together from MS Nefertiti.

Valley of the Kings

Temples with Egyptologists

Philae, Edfu, the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut and Luxor Temple, with three English-speaking Egyptologists.

Day by day

The journey, Aswan to Luxor

  1. Philae Temple

    31 July · Aswan

    All aboard

    • Board MS Nefertiti, welcome drinks and lunch
    • Philae Temple
    • Sunset sailing and welcome dinner aboard
  2. Temple of Horus at Edfu

    1 August · The Nile to Luxor

    Edfu, the river and Karnak

    • Temple of Horus at Edfu
    • Nile cruising, pool and lunch
    • SATT Signature Long Table dinner at Karnak Temple
  3. MS Nefertiti deck on the Nile

    2 August · Eclipse day

    The sun goes out

    • A day dedicated entirely to the eclipse
    • Pool deck, DJ, lunch and Champagne
    • Totality together from MS Nefertiti
    • Eclipse celebration and dinner aboard
  4. Luxor Temple

    3 August · Luxor

    Kings and queens

    • Valley of the Kings and Temple of Hatshepsut
    • Pool and downtime aboard
    • Luxor Temple and final-night celebration
  5. The Nile at Luxor

    4 August · Luxor

    Fond farewells

    • Breakfast aboard
    • Disembarkation in Luxor
Map of the route from Aswan to Luxor

2 August 2027

Eclipse day, hour by hour

The whole day belongs to the sky.

  1. Morning

    Slow start on the pool deck as the DJ warms up.

  2. Midday

    Lunch and Champagne aboard as the Moon begins to bite into the Sun.

  3. 13:01 approx.

    Totality. Over six minutes of darkness, together on deck.

  4. Evening

    Eclipse celebration and dinner aboard MS Nefertiti.

The ship

MS Nefertiti, ours alone

We have privately chartered MS Nefertiti for four nights between Aswan and Luxor, with SATT hosts and three English-speaking Egyptologists with us throughout. Every cabin is a balcony cabin, and the pool deck is where eclipse day happens.

Your cabin

Cabins and prices

All cabins are balcony cabins. Prices are the total trip price per person, determined by deck and occupancy.

Lower Deck Balcony

€5,995 pp, double

Solo occupancy €7,995

Deposit was: €1,199 pp double · €1,599 solo

Sold out

Middle Deck Balcony

€6,495 pp, double

Solo occupancy €8,495

Deposit today: €1,299 pp double · €1,699 solo

Book Middle Deck

Upper Deck Balcony

€6,995 pp, double

Solo occupancy €8,995

Deposit today: €1,399 pp double · €1,799 solo

Book Upper Deck

How payment works

  1. 20%deposit on booking
  2. 30%second deposit by 31 October 2026
  3. 50%final balance by 31 March 2027

Prices rise on 1 December 2026. For double occupancy, two places are purchased to occupy the cabin. Solo travellers who choose a double cabin are paired with another solo traveller of the same gender, pending availability.

Please note: prices shown are the total trip price per person. The "Add to Cart" price on our booking page is your 20% deposit due today, with the remaining balance payable in instalments.

Important booking information

This is an intimate private charter with only 50 cabins available for the 100 guests joining from all over the world. Cabins are allocated according to the category booked and are subject to availability. A 20% deposit secures your booking. Your booking is subject to the Eclipse on the Nile booking terms and cancellation policy.

What sets Seat at the Table apart is the people. SATT attracts a wonderfully interesting and fun group of people from all over the world. Will you be one of the 100 who makes the boat for the trip of a lifetime?

What's included

Everything, beautifully taken care of

  • 4 nights aboard the privately chartered MS Nefertiti
  • Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily
  • Airport pickup and drop-off transfers
  • Welcome drinks
  • SATT Signature Long Table dinner at Karnak Temple
  • Eclipse Day experience aboard
  • DJ and SATT entertainment programme
  • Curated sightseeing programme
  • Philae, Edfu, Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut and Luxor Temple, with entrance fees and transfers
  • Three English-speaking Egyptologists
  • Private air-conditioned transport for included excursions
  • SATT hosts throughout

Not included

Good to know

  • International or domestic flights
  • Accommodation before or after the cruise
  • Alcoholic drinks outside the included SATT experiences
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal expenses
  • Optional activities and premium monument or tomb entries not in the itinerary
Hot air balloons over Luxor's West Bank

Coming soon · Staying elsewhere in Luxor?

An eclipse-day pool party

Not joining the cruise? We are planning an eclipse-day pool party at Jolie Ville King's Island in Luxor for friends staying elsewhere in the city. Details are still being finalised. Register your interest and you will be the first to hear when tickets are available.

Register your interest

Plans are subject to confirmation. No tickets are on sale yet.

Questions

Frequently asked

How do I book, and how much do I pay today?

Choose your cabin on our booking page. You pay a 20% deposit today, a second 30% deposit by 31 October 2026 and the final 50% by 31 March 2027. The price shown at checkout is your deposit.

When do prices go up?

Prices rise on 1 December 2026.

I'm travelling solo. What are my options?

You can book a solo-occupancy cabin, or choose a double cabin and be paired with another solo traveller of the same gender, pending availability.

Are flights included?

No. International and domestic flights, and accommodation before or after the cruise, are not included. Airport pickup and drop-off transfers are included.

How long is totality?

Over six minutes over Luxor, in the early afternoon of 2 August 2027.

Purchase policy

Due to the upfront investment we make in our "Epicurean Adventure" events, all sales are final and non-refundable. If you paid a deposit and subsequently cancel, this only applies to the deposit. If you're unable to attend, your booking may be transferred to another guest or in some cases credited to your SATT account. Simply let us know their details at least 72 hours in advance at reservations@seatalatable.com. Transferring funds for your seats remains the responsibility of the original purchaser. Read our complete Terms of Purchase.

Who attends?

The Seat at the Table community is diverse but all share one quality: a natural curiosity and a nose for fun! Fellow discerning lovers of French wine, gastronomy, discourse and adventure. You will be joined by a small hand-picked group of the most "interested and interesting" people you'll have met in some time. Trust us on that one.

What language is the trip in?

The "Table" and Epicurean Adventures are bilingual English and French, predominantly in English.

Dietary requirements

Please let us know upon booking and we will make the appropriate accommodations.

Can I discuss a payment plan?

If you'd like to discuss a payment plan, message us or email reservations@seatalatable.com.

Travel insurance

We strongly recommend all guests purchase travel insurance prior to departure. Travel insurance is not included.

Cancellations and refunds

Tickets to our "Epicurean Adventures" are non-refundable. These are once-in-a-lifetime experiences that require substantial upfront planning and investment as soon as you secure your spot. To confirm your place, a non-refundable reservation fee is required at the time of purchase. If a final payment is not received within two weeks of its due date, your reservation will be cancelled and your spot made available to other guests. Thank you for your understanding as we prepare an unforgettable journey for you.

Can I transfer my booking?

Yes. If you are unable to attend, you can transfer your ticket(s) to someone else. Be sure to let us know.

Force majeure

The Epicurean Adventure will proceed regardless of weather conditions: rain, hail or shine. In the rare event of an Act of God, such as extreme weather, natural disasters or other unforeseeable circumstances beyond our control, that prevents the tour from taking place, we reserve the right to cancel the experience. In such an instance, guests will be refunded in full for any payments made to Seat at the Table at the time of cancellation. Additional expenses incurred by guests, such as travel or accommodation outside the tour, are not covered. Our primary goal is the safety and enjoyment of all participants. See our full T&Cs.

I'm not on the cruise. Can I still celebrate with you?

We're planning an eclipse-day pool party in Luxor. Register your interest.

Anything else?

Write to us at reservations@seatalatable.com.

Will you be at the table?

20% secures your cabin. Prices rise 1 December 2026.

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