From Cairo: Luxor & Hot Air Balloon Private Trip by Plane

Luxor Day Tour with Hot Air Balloon from Cairo

This full-day guided tour from Cairo includes a hot air balloon ride over Luxor and visits to key ancient sites, suitable for history and culture enthusiasts.

Highlights

• Sunrise hot air balloon ride included
• Round-trip flights from Cairo included
• Transfers in air-conditioned vehicles provided
• Meals included (breakfast box and lunch)

Description

Your tour begins with an air-conditioned hotel pickup in Cairo or Giza around 4:00 PM and transfer to Cairo International Airport for the one-hour flight to Luxor. Upon arrival, you will meet your delegate who will transfer you to a hotel to rest.

Early the next morning, around 4:00 to 4:30 AM, you will be collected for a 45 to 80-minute hot air balloon flight over Luxor. Enjoy aerial views of the city’s historic landmarks, flying approximately 1,500 feet above the ground with experienced pilots and full safety measures. A breakfast box will be provided by the hotel to take with you on the flight.

After landing, the tour continues on Luxor’s West Bank. Visit the Valley of the Kings, where New Kingdom pharaohs and nobles were buried in rock-cut tombs from the 16th to 11th centuries BC. Then explore the Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, a terraced temple set against the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari, notable for its architectural significance.

Next, visit Medinet Habu, the burial temple of Ramses III, featuring a large entrance with detailed reliefs showing the pharaoh’s victories. Continue to the Colossi of Memnon to see the remaining statues of Amenhotep III’s mortuary temple. Following these visits, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.

In the afternoon, set sail on a traditional felucca boat along the Nile River to relax and observe Luxor’s scenery. Then proceed to the East Bank to explore Karnak Temple, dedicated to the gods Amun, Mut, and Khonsu. Finally, visit Luxor Temple, built by Amenhotep III and completed by Ramses II during the New Kingdom period.

At the end of the day, transfer to Luxor International Airport for your flight back to Cairo. Upon arrival in Cairo, a delegate will meet you and provide transport back to your hotel in Cairo or Giza.

Includes

• Hotel pickup and drop-off in Cairo or Giza
• Entrance fees to all historical sites visited
• Transportation in a private air-conditioned vehicle
• Roundtrip flights between Cairo and Luxor
• Accommodation at a 3-star hotel in Luxor with breakfast (upgrade available)
• Lunch at a restaurant in Luxor
• Felucca boat ride on the Nile
• Sunrise hot air balloon flight
• All service charges and taxes
• Handling and booking fees
• English-speaking guide (optional add-ons for Spanish, German, or French guides)

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

Booking Tips

Bring a hat, sunscreen, and comfortable walking shoes. The balloon ride occurs early morning; dress in layers for changing temperatures. Booking in advance is recommended due to limited availability.