Itinerary
- Luxor: Begin with an early morning pick up around 4:30 am (available to change depending on the availability) from your hotel or Nile Cruise in Luxor, drive by an air-conditioned car towards the River Nile to cross to the West Bank on a motorboat followed by another vehicle transfer to the Balloon port (take-off area) where you are going to start your incredible Balloon ride.
- Qurna Village: First off, you’ll receive instructions and safety information regarding the flight, and then board the shared balloon basket to begin this unique experience.
- Take 30 to 45 minutes Hot Air Balloon flight over the west bank of Luxor and enjoy an aerial view of the country’s landscape and famous landmarks such as; the Ramessum temple, the Valley of the Kings, Valley of the Queens, Hatshepsut Temple and the view of the Colossi of Memnon rising from the nearby fields. Be sure to capture the best moments of the sunrise over the Theban Necropolis mountains.
- Luxor: Later on, drive back to Luxor where your experience ends with a drop off at your Hotel in Luxor.
Includes
- Pick up from hotel/port and drop off.
- Flight certificate and souvenir.
- 30 to 40 minutes Hot air balloon flight.
- Bottled mineral water during the tour.
- Tipping (recommended)
- Food and drinks
Details
Have a chance to experience the fabulous hot air balloon ride in Luxor to see the “world’s largest open air museum. An early morning pickup at your hotel will take you to the balloon that will carry over Luxor’s ruins and temples in the beautiful morning light. Board a shared balloon basket for a 30- to 45-minute flight and enjoy the breathtaking views. All transportation to and from the launch site is included for a door-to-door experience.
Your hotel name, address, passports copies and room number are required the day before the travel date.
Your hotel name, address, passports copies and room number are required the day before the travel date.
Know Before You Go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- The Balloon Ride trip departs every day, however, confirmation in advance is highly recommended
- Departure time may vary depending on sunrise time.
- The hotel picks up takes place 45 minutes before take off scheduled time.
- The children less than 6 years are not allowed to fly, they can be waiting for you in the ground support van and crew following your balloon.
- Camera is not allowed, you can use your cellphone to take pictures.
