Private Luxor Day Trip from Hurghada with Sunrise Balloon Ride

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1
  Hurghada

  Your journey begins with a very early pickup from your hotel in Hurghada, typically between 12 AM and 1 AM. You will travel in a comfortable air-conditioned private vehicle across the Eastern Desert toward Luxor, with a short rest stop along the way. As you approach Luxor, you’ll witness the transition from desert landscapes to the lush Nile Valley.

  4 hours • Admission ticket free
• 2
  LUXOR HOT AIR BALLOON RIDES

  Upon arrival in Luxor, you will head directly to the West Bank for your hot air balloon experience. After a short safety briefing, you will gently ascend into the sky just before sunrise. During the 45–60 minute flight, enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the Nile River, green farmlands, and ancient monuments from above, including glimpses of temples and tombs. This peaceful and magical experience is one of the highlights of your trip.

  1 hour • Admission ticket included
• 3
  Valley of the Kings

  After landing and a short break, you will visit the world-famous Valley of the Kings. Here, you will explore selected royal tombs decorated with vivid wall paintings and hieroglyphs that illustrate ancient Egyptian beliefs about the afterlife. Your guide will explain the history of the pharaohs buried here and the significance of this sacred site.

  2 hours • Admission ticket included
• 4
  Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahari

  Next, continue to the impressive Temple of Hatshepsut, a unique architectural masterpiece built into the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari. Learn about Queen Hatshepsut’s remarkable reign and admire the temple’s terraces, statues, and detailed carvings.

  1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 5
  Colossi of Memnon

  You will then stop at the iconic Colossi of Memnon, two massive statues that have stood for thousands of years. This quick stop offers a great opportunity for photos and a brief historical explanation.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 6
  Luxor

  Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, followed by a short felucca ride on the Nile for a relaxing view of Luxor from the water.

  2 hours • Admission ticket free
• 7
  Temple of Karnak

  visit the magnificent Karnak Temple. Walk through the Great Hypostyle Hall with its towering columns, explore ancient sanctuaries, and discover one of the largest religious complexes ever built.

  2 hours • Admission ticket included
• 8
  Hurghada

  At the end of your tour, you will begin the return journey to Hurghada. Sit back and relax during the drive, with a short stop if needed, before arriving at your hotel in the evening after a full and unforgettable day of adventure.

  4 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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