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The journey
On August 2, 2027, the Moon’s shadow will cross the Red Sea and make landfall near Jeddah, delivering approximately six minutes of totality along the coast just south of the city - among the longest durations of land-based totality along the eclipse path. This three-day itinerary is designed around this event, featuring a carefully scouted viewing location near the centerline and the typically clear skies of the Hejaz summer. In addition to the eclipse, visit UNESCO-listed Al-Balad and Jeddah’s Corniche, then ascend the Hejaz escarpment to the cooler climate of Taif for mountain scenery and its traditional souk. With two nights of accommodation, a licensed guide, and private transportation throughout, this trip offers a streamlined and accessible eclipse experience.
At a glance
Day by day
Meet on arrival at King Abdulaziz International Airport and transfer to the hotel. In the late afternoon, as the heat eases, explore Al-Balad, the UNESCO-listed old town, with its coral-stone houses, carved wooden roshan balconies, Nasseef House, and the souks around Bab Makkah. Continue to the Corniche at dusk to see King Fahd's Fountain and the Al-Rahma Mosque standing over the water. Night in Jeddah.
Monday, August 2. Enjoy a slow morning and an early lunch before driving to a site scouted on the coastal plain south of Jeddah, close to the centre line and chosen for its open horizon. Spend several hours on location to set up, then witness the entire event from first contact to last, including about six minutes of totality in the early afternoon. Return to Jeddah, with the evening free.
Start early for the drive up the escarpment on the highway that loops around Mecca, heading to Taif at about 1,800 metres and around ten degrees cooler than the coast. Visit the Al Hada viewpoint over the mountains, explore the old souk, and enjoy a late lunch in town. Then drive back down to Jeddah for the transfer to the airport and your evening flight home.
The route
The fine print
Monday, August 2, 2027: about six minutes of totality near the centre line south of Jeddah, in the early afternoon; on site well before first contact through last contact.
2 nights twin share in a comfortable, well-located Jeddah hotel, with daily breakfast.
Al-Balad and Nasseef House, the souks of Bab Makkah, the Corniche with King Fahd's Fountain and the Al-Rahma Mosque, the dedicated eclipse day, and Taif with the Al Hada viewpoint, with entrance fees included.
Private air-conditioned vehicle with driver throughout, plus airport meeting and transfers on arrival and departure.
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Your 3 days finish where they began, in Jeddah.
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