Explore at your pace
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Soar above Luxor at sunrise on a hot air balloon ride with hotel transfers, flight admission, and panoramic views of ancient landmarks included.
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Glide over the West Bank as the morning light reveals the Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut, and Colossi of Memnon from above.
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Enjoy a seamless early-morning experience with round-trip transfers in an air-conditioned vehicle and English commentary throughout your flight.
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Receive a commemorative flight certificate after landing to remember your sunrise journey above Luxor’s timeless landscapes.
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Sunrise hot air balloon ride
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Admission fee
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Flight certificate
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Hotel pickup and drop-off in an A/C vehicle
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Commentary in English
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- Gratuities
These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Take in sunrise views over Luxor’s ancient landmarks on a guided hot air balloon ride, with hotel pickup and drop-off included.
Getting started
Your morning begins with pickup from your hotel, Nile cruise ship, or accommodation in Luxor between 5am and 5:30am. After a short drive in an air-conditioned vehicle, you’ll arrive at the launch site, where your admission fee is covered and staff will coordinate your check-in. Once at the site, you’ll meet your pilot and receive a quick briefing before boarding the balloon.
What to expect
Hot air balloon ride over Luxor
Experience a sunrise flight that takes you above Luxor’s West Bank, offering panoramic views of some of Egypt’s most significant archaeological sites.
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As you ascend to heights of up to 1,500 feet, you’ll see the Valley of the Kings, burial place of pharaohs such as Tutankhamun and Ramses II, with its tombs carved deep into the cliffs.
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Glide past the Temple of Hatshepsut, a mortuary temple built for Egypt’s renowned female pharaoh, with its terraces rising from the desert landscape.
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Spot the Colossi of Memnon, two monumental stone statues that once guarded the mortuary temple of Amenhotep III.
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Throughout the flight, your pilot provides live commentary in English, sharing insights about the landmarks below and the history of the region.
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Each participant receives a flight certificate as a memento of the experience.
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What to bring
- Bring a copy of your passport and your hotel room number, as these are required after booking to arrange flight permits.
Accessibility
- Not wheelchair accessible.
Additional information
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This experience is only available for travelers aged 6 to 70 years old.
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The experience is not recommended for travelers with back problems, pregnant travelers, or those with serious medical conditions.
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Pickup is provided from all hotels, Nile cruise ships, and accommodations in Luxor, with the exact pickup time confirmed on the evening before your flight.
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The experience requires good weather and may be rescheduled or refunded if canceled due to poor weather conditions.
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A minimum number of travelers is required for the experience to operate; if the minimum is not met, you may be offered a different date or a full refund.
- Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
- Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
- Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
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