Luxor East Bank Hot Air Balloon Temples and Felucca

8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Experience the best of Luxor’s East Bank with a full-day journey that combines adventure, culture, and timeless beauty. Begin with a breathtaking hot air balloon ride at sunrise, offering panoramic views of the Nile, temples, and golden desert landscapes. Continue your discovery with guided visits to Luxor Temple and the vast Karnak Temple Complex, where towering columns and ancient inscriptions tell stories of a glorious past. Walk along the Avenue of Sphinxes, once used for royal ceremonies, before stepping into Luxor Museum and the Mummification Museum to explore priceless treasures and fascinating rituals of ancient Egypt. End your day sailing gently on the Nile aboard a traditional felucca, taking in the scenery and peaceful rhythms of life along the river. This carefully crafted tour blends history, adventure, and serenity, making it an unforgettable way to experience Luxor.

What's Included

Felucca ride on the Nile
Taxes and service charges
Hotel pickup and drop-off
All transfers by private transportation
Bottled water during the tour
Professional Egyptologist guide
Private air-conditioned vehicle
Sunrise hot air balloon ride
Tipping (optional)
Temple entrance tickets (Karnak & Luxor) are not included and are payable at the gate. Your driver will accompany you to the ticket office.
Children and infants are not permitted due to hot air balloon safety regulations

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We will pick you up at the hotel lobby. The driver will wait for you with a signboard with the lead travel name.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Start your day before sunrise with a thrilling hot air balloon ride. As you ascend into the sky, marvel at sweeping views of Luxor’s temples, villages, and the winding Nile. The golden glow of dawn over the ancient landscape is a magical sight you’ll never forget.

    2 hours • Admission ticket not included
  • 2
    Luxor Temple

    Located on the banks of the Nile, Luxor Temple is an architectural gem. dedicated to the Theban Triad of Amun, Mut, and Khonsu. Its colossal statues and hieroglyph-covered walls showcase the grandeur of ancient Egyptian craftsmanship.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 3
    Temple of Karnak

    A short distance away, the Karnak Temple Complex awaits. As one of the world’s largest religious sites, it boasts impressive chapels, sacred lakes, and the iconic Hypostyle Hall with its towering columns. The site reveals centuries of devotion and architectural mastery.

    2 hours • Admission ticket not included
  • 4
    Avenue of Sphinxes

    Walk along this ancient ceremonial route, lined with sphinx and ram-headed statues, once used for grand processions and festivals. This atmospheric avenue connects Karnak and Luxor Temples, offering a glimpse into the grandeur of pharaonic rituals.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 5
    Nile River Valley

    Conclude your tour with a peaceful sail on a traditional felucca. Glide along the Nile’s waters, enjoy the cool breeze, and watch daily life unfold along the riverbanks—an ideal way to end your journey through Luxor.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • Luxor City Tour (Pass by)

    Convenient Return: When your tour concludes, you will enjoy a seamless, comfortable door-to-door drop-off right back to your hotel or cruise ship.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Luxor Best Tours

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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