Egypt Solar Eclipse 2027 | 5-Day Luxor–Aswan Nile Cruise
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5-Day Egypt Solar Eclipse 2027 Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan

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Egypt Tours Club · Solar Eclipse 2027 Nile Cruise

5-Day Egypt Solar Eclipse 2027 Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan

Witness the 2 August 2027 Total Solar Eclipse in Luxor, then sail south to Aswan on a four-night, five-star Nile cruise with full-board accommodation and Egyptologist-guided sightseeing.

2–6 August 2027
Eclipse · 2 August 2027
Luxor area · Eclipse viewing
Luxor → Edfu → Kom Ombo → Aswan
5 days / 4 nights
Luxor → Aswan
5-star cruise · Full board
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5-Day Egypt Solar Eclipse 2027 Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan
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Journey Overview

Luxor → Aswan

Journey Overview

Witness the 2 August 2027 Total Solar Eclipse in Luxor, Then Sail the Nile to Aswan

5 days / 4 nights

Experience one of the rarest astronomical events of our time during a special 5-day Egypt Solar Eclipse 2027 Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan, beginning on Monday, 2 August 2027.

Your journey starts in Luxor, directly within the path of totality of the 2 August 2027 Total Solar Eclipse. The first day is specially arranged around the eclipse, giving you dedicated time to experience the event before beginning your classic Nile cruise journey through Upper Egypt.

In Luxor, the partial eclipse is calculated to begin at approximately 11:40 AM, reaching maximum eclipse at around 1:05 PM. Totality is expected to last approximately 6 minutes and 22 seconds, making Luxor one of the world’s outstanding locations for experiencing this historic eclipse. Times are approximate local times in Luxor, EEST (UTC+3), and precise timings depend on the viewing location.

Following the eclipse experience, transfer to your Nile cruise for embarkation and check-in. Subject to cruise operations and local conditions, continue with visits to the magnificent Karnak Temple Complex and Luxor Temple.

Over the following days, explore the Valley of the Kings, Queen Hatshepsut Temple, Colossi of Memnon, Edfu Temple, Kom Ombo Temple, Philae Temple and Aswan High Dam while sailing south along the Nile from Luxor to Aswan.

The package combines a once-in-a-generation astronomical event with one of Egypt’s classic journeys through ancient history.

2 August · Eclipse, Embarkation & East Bank1
2 August · Eclipse, Embarkation & East Bank

Begin with the dedicated eclipse experience in the Luxor area, then embark on your cruise. Karnak and Luxor Temple visits follow subject to cruise operations and local conditions.

3 August · West Bank & Sail toward Edfu2
3 August · West Bank & Sail toward Edfu

Explore the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple and Colossi of Memnon, then sail through Esna Lock.

4 August · Edfu & Kom Ombo Temples3
4 August · Edfu & Kom Ombo Temples

Visit the Temple of Horus at Edfu and the riverside double temple at Kom Ombo.

5 August · Aswan Highlights4
5 August · Aswan Highlights

Visit Philae Temple and the High Dam. Abu Simbel and the Nubian Village are optional and require additional payment.

6 August · Disembarkation in Aswan5
6 August · Disembarkation in Aswan

Check out after breakfast and transfer to the confirmed Aswan hotel, airport or railway station.

Tour Highlights

A historic eclipse and the classic temples of Upper Egypt

Total Solar Eclipse in Luxor2 August 2027

Total Solar Eclipse in Luxor

Witness approximately 6 minutes and 22 seconds of totality, with a dedicated eclipse viewing experience on arrival day.

Karnak & Luxor TemplesEast Bank

Karnak & Luxor Temples

Explore the monumental religious centres of ancient Thebes; visit timing is subject to cruise operations and local conditions.

Valley of the KingsRoyal Tombs

Valley of the Kings

Enter selected New Kingdom tombs on Luxor’s West Bank.

Hatshepsut & MemnonWest Bank

Hatshepsut & Memnon

See the terraced mortuary temple and colossal statues.

Edfu TempleTemple of Horus

Edfu Temple

Explore one of Egypt’s best-preserved ancient sanctuaries.

Kom Ombo TempleNile Temple

Kom Ombo Temple

Discover the distinctive double temple of Sobek and Haroeris.

Philae, High Dam & Abu Simbel OptionAswan

Philae, High Dam & Abu Simbel Option

Explore the included Aswan sights and add Abu Simbel by advance arrangement.

What to Expect

Four nights of five-star sailing after the Luxor eclipse

5-star cruise · Full board
Luxor → Aswan
What to ExpectLuxor → Aswan
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5-Star Nile Cruise

Four nights aboard a confirmed five-star Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan, from 2 to 6 August 2027.

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Full-board basis

Full-board dining is provided during the cruise; arrival- and departure-day meals depend on the operating schedule.

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Qualified Egyptologist

Professional guiding is included for the published archaeological visits.

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Local transfers

Pickup in Luxor, sightseeing transport and final Aswan drop-off are included.

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Standard entrance fees

Regular admission to every specifically listed included attraction is covered.

Additional Information

Important details for your fixed-date eclipse cruise

Abu Simbel is not included in the base cruise package. It can be added as an optional excursion for an additional fee and should be arranged in advance.

Extra Fees & Optional Add-ons

Optional experiences and separately ticketed additions

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Karnak Sound & Light Show

Optional evening presentation, subject to availability and the eclipse-day operating schedule.

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Luxor Hot-Air Balloon

Optional sunrise flight, subject to weather and operating approval.

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Abu Simbel Temples

Optional excursion from Aswan with an additional fee; advance booking is recommended.

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Nubian Village

Optional cultural experience in Aswan.

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Tutankhamun’s Tomb

A separate premium ticket is required in the Valley of the Kings.

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Upgrades and gratuities

Cabin upgrades, Wi-Fi, drinks, extra services and tipping are excluded.

Optional

Be in Luxor for the 2 August 2027 eclipse

Request availability for the 2–6 August 2027 departure, your cabin category and any optional excursions.

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Egypt Tours Club · Additional Information

Important Eclipse Information

Luxor lies directly within the path of totality for the 2 August 2027 Total Solar Eclipse.

2 August 2027 · Luxor, Egypt

Total Solar Eclipse — Luxor, 2 August 2027

Current astronomical calculations for Luxor indicate:

Approximate local times in Luxor — EEST (UTC+3)
Eclipse PhaseApproximate Local Time
Partial Eclipse Begins11:40 AM
Totality BeginsAround 1:02 PM
Maximum EclipseAround 1:05 PM
Totality EndsAround 1:08 PM
Partial Eclipse Ends2:26 PM
Approx. Totality6 min 22 sec

Eclipse viewing location

The exact eclipse viewing location will be confirmed closer to the event according to permitted access, local regulations, security arrangements, road conditions and operational requirements.

Eclipse-day itinerary adjustments

The published cruise itinerary may require minor timing adjustments on 2 August 2027 because eclipse-day traffic and access restrictions in Luxor are expected to differ from normal operating conditions.

Weather and visibility: The astronomical event itself cannot be guaranteed to be visible if local weather or atmospheric conditions prevent observation.

Important Cruise Information

The order and timing of archaeological visits may be adjusted according to Nile navigation, docking arrangements, Esna Lock traffic, temple opening hours and the confirmed cruise operator’s schedule.

The primary route and included sightseeing remain Luxor → Edfu → Kom Ombo → Aswan.

The first day’s schedule is specifically adapted for the 2 August 2027 Total Solar Eclipse, and eclipse arrangements take priority over standard sightseeing times.

Luxor · Local Eclipse Timings ↗
Egypt Tours Club · Solar Eclipse 2027

5-Day Egypt Solar Eclipse 2027 Nile Cruise — Luxor to Aswan

Witness the Total Solar Eclipse in Luxor on 2 August 2027, then embark on a four-night, five-star Nile cruise through Upper Egypt to Aswan.

5 days / 4 nights2–6 August 20275-Star Nile CruiseFull board · Guided
Itinerary1 day expanded
Arrival in Luxor, Total Solar Eclipse Experience, Cruise Check-in & East BankDAY1Monday, 2 August 2027 · Luxor

Arrival in Luxor, Total Solar Eclipse Experience, Cruise Check-in & East Bank

Begin your journey with the Total Solar Eclipse, then embark and visit the East Bank subject to local operating conditions.

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Welcome to Luxor and the beginning of your special Egypt Solar Eclipse 2027 Nile Cruise. Our representative will meet you at Luxor Airport, Luxor Railway Station or your confirmed accommodation in Luxor and assist with your transfer and arrangements for the eclipse experience. Today is centered around the extraordinary Total Solar Eclipse of 2 August 2027.
Included experiences

Total Solar Eclipse Experience

You will be transferred to the designated eclipse viewing area in the Luxor region, selected according to confirmed access, safety, traffic and operational arrangements. The partial eclipse is expected to begin at approximately 11:40 AM. Totality occurs around 1:02 PM to 1:08 PM, with maximum eclipse close to 1:05 PM and approximately 6 minutes and 22 seconds of totality. Take your time to experience the remarkable change in daylight as the Moon completely covers the Sun and the solar corona becomes visible.

Cruise Embarkation & Check-in

After the eclipse and once the main event has concluded, transfer to your Nile cruise and complete embarkation and check-in. Later, subject to operating times and local traffic conditions, begin your exploration of Luxor’s East Bank. Return to the cruise for dinner and overnight in Luxor.

Karnak Temple Complex

Visit the immense Karnak Temple Complex, one of the largest religious sites ever constructed. Explore its monumental pylons, courtyards, sacred lake and the spectacular Great Hypostyle Hall.

Luxor Temple

Continue to Luxor Temple, located in the heart of ancient Thebes and historically connected with Karnak by the Avenue of Sphinxes.

Accommodation5-Star Nile Cruise
MealsAccording to the confirmed embarkation schedule
RouteLuxor
Special EventTotal Solar Eclipse 2027
Eclipse Day Note
The exact viewing location and timing of transfers may be adjusted closer to the event according to official regulations, security arrangements, road access, traffic and local operating conditions. Protective solar viewing equipment must be used during all partial phases of the eclipse.
Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, Colossi of Memnon & Sailing to EdfuDAY2Tuesday, 3 August 2027 · Luxor West Bank → Edfu

Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, Colossi of Memnon & Sailing to Edfu

Explore Luxor’s West Bank, then sail south through Esna Lock toward Edfu.

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After breakfast aboard the cruise, cross the Nile to explore Luxor’s legendary West Bank. Visit the Valley of the Kings, Queen Hatshepsut’s Temple and the Colossi of Memnon with your Egyptologist. After completing the West Bank tour, return to the Nile cruise and begin sailing south toward Edfu, passing through Esna Lock according to the cruise navigation schedule. Enjoy lunch, dinner and the scenery of the Nile during the journey.
Included experiences

Valley of the Kings

Explore the burial ground of Egypt’s New Kingdom pharaohs. Enter selected royal tombs and discover remarkable decorations and the funerary traditions of ancient Egypt.

Temple of Queen Hatshepsut

Visit the spectacular Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari, dramatically built into the cliffs of the Theban mountains.

Colossi of Memnon

Stop at the enormous Colossi of Memnon, the surviving monumental statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III.

Sailing through Esna Lock

Return to the cruise and sail south toward Edfu, passing through Esna Lock according to the cruise navigation schedule.

Optional

Hot-Air Balloon Ride

An optional early-morning hot-air balloon flight over Luxor may be available for an additional fee, subject to weather and operating approval.

Optional

Tutankhamun’s Tomb

Entrance requires a separate premium ticket.

Accommodation5-Star Nile Cruise
MealsBreakfast, Lunch & Dinner
RouteLuxor → Esna → Edfu
Edfu Temple, Kom Ombo Temple & Nile SailingDAY3Wednesday, 4 August 2027 · Edfu → Kom Ombo → Aswan

Edfu Temple, Kom Ombo Temple & Nile Sailing

Discover the temples of Horus and Kom Ombo while sailing south toward Aswan.

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After breakfast, visit the impressive Temple of Horus at Edfu with your professional Egyptologist guide. Return to the cruise and continue sailing south toward Kom Ombo. Upon arrival, visit its unusual double temple, explore its symmetrical architecture, ancient reliefs and fascinating medical scenes, then return to the cruise and continue sailing toward Aswan.
Included experiences

Temple of Horus at Edfu

Visit one of the largest and best-preserved ancient Egyptian temples. Explore its monumental entrance pylon, courtyards, halls, reliefs and sanctuary with your professional Egyptologist guide.

Kom Ombo Temple

Visit the unusual double temple dedicated to two sets of gods, including Sobek, the crocodile god, and Haroeris. Explore its symmetrical architecture, ancient reliefs and fascinating medical scenes.

Nile Sailing toward Aswan

Return to the cruise after the temple visit and continue sailing south toward Aswan.

Accommodation5-Star Nile Cruise
MealsBreakfast, Lunch & Dinner
RouteEdfu → Kom Ombo → Aswan
Philae Temple, Aswan High Dam & Optional Abu SimbelDAY4Thursday, 5 August 2027 · Aswan

Philae Temple, Aswan High Dam & Optional Abu Simbel

Visit Aswan’s High Dam and Philae Temple, with optional excursions available at an additional cost.

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Enjoy breakfast aboard the cruise before beginning your sightseeing in Aswan. Visit the impressive Aswan High Dam, then continue by boat to Philae Temple. Explore the temple’s pylons, courtyards and beautifully preserved reliefs before returning to your Nile cruise. Spend the remainder of the day relaxing aboard or choose one of the optional experiences available in Aswan.
Included experiences

Aswan High Dam

Visit one of Egypt’s most significant modern engineering projects.

Philae Temple

Travel by boat to the beautiful island sanctuary dedicated primarily to the goddess Isis. Explore its pylons, courtyards and beautifully preserved reliefs.

Optional

Abu Simbel Temples

An excursion may be arranged for an additional fee. The temples of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari lie south of Aswan near Lake Nasser and are among Egypt’s most extraordinary archaeological monuments. Advance booking is strongly recommended.

Optional

Nubian Village

A visit to a traditional Nubian Village may also be arranged for an additional fee.

Accommodation5-Star Nile Cruise
MealsBreakfast, Lunch & Dinner
RouteAswan
Disembarkation & Departure from AswanDAY5Friday, 6 August 2027 · Aswan

Disembarkation & Departure from Aswan

Enjoy your final breakfast, disembark and transfer to your confirmed Aswan destination.

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Enjoy your final breakfast aboard the Nile cruise. Complete check-out and disembarkation according to the vessel’s operating schedule. Our representative will assist with your transfer to Aswan Airport, Aswan Railway Station or your confirmed accommodation in Aswan. Your special journey combining the 2027 Total Solar Eclipse in Luxor with a classic Nile cruise through Upper Egypt comes to an end.
Included experiences

Breakfast & Disembarkation

Enjoy your final breakfast and complete check-out and disembarkation according to the vessel’s operating schedule.

Aswan Departure Transfer

Our representative will assist with your transfer to Aswan Airport, Aswan Railway Station or your confirmed accommodation in Aswan.

AccommodationCheck-out day
MealsBreakfast
RouteAswan
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Inclusions & Exclusions

What Is Included and Excluded?

Review the included services for the 2–6 August 2027 eclipse cruise from Luxor to Aswan: four nights on a confirmed 5-star Nile Cruise, full-board meals according to the operating schedule, the dedicated Total Solar Eclipse experience on 2 August, viewing-area transportation, coordination and eclipse glasses, plus guided archaeological visits and the expressly included services below.

Cruise Inclusions

Services included in the published package
4 cruise nights5-star Nile CruiseFull-board mealsQualified Egyptologist

  • 4 nights on a confirmed 5-star Nile Cruise

    4 nights aboard a confirmed 5-star Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan.

  • Full-board meals

    Full-board meals aboard the cruise according to the operating schedule.

  • Meet and assist in Luxor

    Meet and assist service in Luxor.

  • Pickup in Luxor

    Pickup from Luxor Airport, railway station or local accommodation.

  • Final transfer in Aswan

    Final transfer in Aswan to the airport, railway station or local accommodation.

  • Private air-conditioned sightseeing transport

    Private air-conditioned transportation for the included sightseeing.

  • Qualified Egyptologist guide

    Professional qualified Egyptologist guide during scheduled archaeological visits.

  • Standard entrance fees and listed sites

    Entrance fees to the standard archaeological sites listed in the itinerary: Philae Temple, Aswan High Dam, Kom Ombo Temple, Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, Valley of the Kings (standard included tombs), Queen Hatshepsut Temple, Colossi of Memnon and Edfu Temple.

  • Total Solar Eclipse experience

    Dedicated Total Solar Eclipse experience on 2 August 2027.

  • Eclipse viewing transportation

    Round-trip transportation to the confirmed eclipse viewing area in Luxor.

  • Esna Lock passage

    Sailing through Esna Lock according to the cruise navigation schedule.

  • Local taxes and service charges

    Local taxes and service charges related to the included services.

  • Eclipse-day assistance

    Eclipse-day assistance and coordination.

  • Solar eclipse viewing glasses

    Solar eclipse viewing glasses meeting the appropriate international safety standard.

  • Boat transportation to Philae Temple

    Local boat transportation to Philae Temple.

Cruise Exclusions

Optional or separately payable items
International airfareAbu Simbel optionalBeveragesGratuities

  • International airfare

    International airfare is not included.

  • Travel to Luxor or from Aswan

    Domestic flights or long-distance trains to Luxor or from Aswan are not included.

  • Egypt entry visa

    Egypt entry visa is not included.

  • Travel insurance

    Travel insurance is not included.

  • Onboard beverages

    Beverages aboard the Nile cruise are not included unless specifically confirmed.

  • Personal expenses and private purchases

    Personal expenses, laundry, telephone calls, minibar and private purchases are not included.

  • Optional Abu Simbel excursion

    The optional Abu Simbel excursion is not included.

  • Optional Nubian Village excursion

    The optional Nubian Village excursion is not included.

  • Optional hot-air balloon ride

    The optional Luxor hot-air balloon ride is not included.

  • Tutankhamun’s Tomb and premium tombs

    Tutankhamun’s Tomb and other premium or separately ticketed tombs are not included.

  • Cabin or suite upgrades

    Cabin or suite upgrades are not included.

  • Onboard Wi-Fi

    Onboard Wi-Fi is excluded where charged separately by the cruise operator.

  • Gratuities

    Gratuities for guides, drivers and cruise staff are not included.

  • Services not expressly included

    Any meals, transfers, tickets, excursions or services not specifically stated as included are excluded.

  • Optional Karnak Sound and Light Show

    The optional Karnak Sound and Light Show is not included.

  • Early check-in or late check-out

    Early check-in or late check-out outside the confirmed cruise schedule are not included.

Optional · Additional cost

Optional Sleeper Train Add-ons

Optional rail tickets are available at an additional cost and are excluded from the base cruise price.

Cairo → Luxor

USD 350 per person · Sharing a double cabin · USD 700 for two passengers

One-way sleeper train ticket from Cairo to Luxor, departing on 1 August 2027. Travel overnight in a double sleeper cabin, with dinner and breakfast aboard the train.

  • Cairo–Luxor sleeper train ticket

  • One berth per person in a double cabin

  • Dinner and breakfast aboard the train

Aswan → Cairo

USD 250 per person · Sharing a double cabin · USD 500 for two passengers

One-way sleeper train ticket from Aswan to Cairo, priced per person sharing a double cabin. Travel date, service availability and cabin allocation will be confirmed when booking.

Travel date to be confirmed

  • Aswan–Cairo sleeper train ticket

  • One berth per person in a double cabin

  • Meal inclusions for the Aswan–Cairo journey will be confirmed when booking.

Train and cabin style: Travel in air-conditioned sleeping carriages, with a compact compartment for rest and onboard service. A double sleeper cabin has two separate berths, typically an upper and a lower bunk. Seating converts for sleeping; bedding is supplied. Typical cabins have a washbasin and luggage space. Toilets are shared within the carriage. Interior finish varies by the allocated carriage.
Accommodation4 nights on a 5-star cruiseConfirmed 5-star Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan.
MealsFull boardMeals aboard the cruise according to the operating schedule.
RouteLuxor → Edfu → Kom Ombo → AswanTotal Solar Eclipse in Luxor · 2 August 2027.
Booking details: This 5-day / 4-night package runs from 2 to 6 August 2027, beginning in Luxor and ending in Aswan. The eclipse experience, viewing-area transportation, coordination and safety-standard viewing glasses are included. Full-board meals follow the cruise operating schedule. Abu Simbel and the other listed optional experiences are not included.

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Request availability for the 2–6 August 2027 departure, your cabin category and any optional excursions.

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Current Season Price Details

The trip is available for booking starting from 2027-08-02
Please Note that price changes per season, so the price will depend on the date you pick when check out
Single Room Double Room Triple Room
Must adult #
Price per adult $ 7599 $ 5100 $ 5000
Max child # [age:6-11]
Price per child $ 3800 $ 2550
Max infant # [age:0-5]
Price per infant $ 1900 $ 1275

Deposit

100 % of the total booking amount

Extra Fees

Egypt Tours Club · Optional Rail Add-ons

Sleeper Train Add-ons

Add a rail journey to your Egypt travel arrangements, with a double sleeper cabin shared by two passengers. Choose the route that fits your plans.

Optional · Additional cost

Cairo → Luxor

29 July 2027
USD 350 per person

Sharing a double cabin · USD 700 for two passengers

One-way sleeper train ticket from Cairo to Luxor, departing on 29 July 2027. Travel overnight in a double sleeper cabin, with dinner and breakfast aboard the train.

Included in this add-on

  • Cairo–Luxor sleeper train ticket
  • One berth per person in a double cabin
  • Dinner and breakfast aboard the train
Request this add-on →

Aswan → Cairo

Travel date to be confirmed
USD 250 per person

Sharing a double cabin · USD 500 for two passengers

One-way sleeper train ticket from Aswan to Cairo, priced per person sharing a double cabin. Travel date, service availability and cabin allocation will be confirmed when booking.

Included in this add-on

  • Aswan–Cairo sleeper train ticket
  • One berth per person in a double cabin

Meal inclusions for the Aswan–Cairo journey will be confirmed when booking.

Request this add-on →

The sleeper train experience

Travel in air-conditioned sleeping carriages, with a compact compartment for rest and onboard service.

Double cabin layout

A double sleeper cabin has two separate berths, typically an upper and a lower bunk. Seating converts for sleeping; bedding is supplied.

Cabin facilities

Typical cabins have a washbasin and luggage space. Toilets are shared within the carriage. Interior finish varies by the allocated carriage.

Booking details: Both prices are optional add-on rates per person based on two passengers sharing one cabin, separate from the cruise package. Single occupancy requires a separate quotation. Final boarding station, train number and departure/arrival times will be confirmed with the issued ticket. Cabin class and interior are subject to the confirmed allocation.

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