Luxor Hot Air Balloon and Full Day Tour Package
Overview
Luxor, brimming with ancient wonders, often faces large crowds that make it challenging to capture the essence of the city's historical sites. Our unique solution is a breathtaking hot air balloon ride, offering a panoramic view of Luxor. This full-day tour combines an exhilarating morning hot air balloon experience with comprehensive guided tours of both the East and West Banks of Luxor.
Included
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off in an air-conditioned vehicle
- Expert Egyptology Tour Guide
- Full Day Tour of Luxor's East and West Banks
- 30-45 minute hot air balloon ride over Luxor
Excluded
- Entrance fees to the mentioned sites
- Optional lunch
- Tips for guide and driver
Tour Plan
Itinerary
Nile River Valley Start your day early with a hotel pick-up and head to your hot air balloon adventure. Enjoy soft drinks before taking a motorboat to the West Bank for your balloon ride. The balloon ride, lasting about 45 minutes, offers a spectacular aerial view of Luxor, the world's largest open-air museum. After landing, embark on a private tour at your own pace through Luxor's East Bank and West Bank.
Colossi of Memnon After your balloon ride, meet your guide at the Colossi of Memnon, two massive stone statues representing Pharaoh Amenhotep III. This is the starting point of your full-day Luxor tour.
Valley of the Kings Next, visit the iconic Valley of the Kings, the ancient necropolis of Thebes. Here, explore three royal tombs, each with its unique history and art.
Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahari Continue to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, the extraordinary monument of the only female pharaoh. Discover the architectural brilliance and rich history of this site.
Temple of Karnak Proceed to the East Bank to explore the Karnak Temple complex, a marvel of ancient Egyptian architecture. The site features the Avenue of Sphinxes, the Hypostyle Hall, and various obelisks and temples dedicated to the gods.
Luxor Temple Conclude your tour at the Luxor Temple, dedicated to the Theban Triad. Admire the granite statues of Ramses the Great and the temple's ancient artifacts.
This comprehensive tour offers an unforgettable experience of Luxor's historical grandeur, combining aerial views with in-depth exploration of its most significant sites.