Balloon ride, Kings Valley, Hatshepsut Temple and felucca from Luxor
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Balloon ride, Kings Valley, Hatshepsut Temple and felucca from Luxor

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£175.00
Free cancellation
Language: English, Italian, French, Spanish, German, Dutch, Polish
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 5 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • You'll witness Luxor from the sky at sunrise, an unforgettable perspective where history meets beauty
  • It's a chance to visit the royal tombs of the Valley of the Kings and uncover the secrets of the pharaohs
  • You can stand before the iconic Temple of Hatshepsut and discover the legacy of a powerful queen
  • It includes a peaceful glide across the Nile on a traditional felucca, surrounded by Egyptian charm
  • Your journey perfectly blends adventure, culture, and history into one extraordinary day in Luxor
What to expect

Experience a truly unforgettable journey through Luxor's most iconic treasures, combining an aerial adventure with immersive cultural discovery. Your day begins with a morning hotel pick‑up, followed by a transfer to the West Bank, where the experience starts.

Upon arrival at the hot air balloon site, prepare for a memorable flight as you gently rise above Luxor's breathtaking landscape. Enjoy approximately 45 minutes in the air, taking in panoramic views of ancient temples, fertile fields, and traditional villages illuminated by the sunrise. After landing near the Colossi of Memnon, you will meet your guide, who will accompany you throughout the tour and share insights into ancient Egyptian history.

Continue to the Valley of the Kings, the burial ground of New Kingdom pharaohs, where you can visit three tombs featuring well‑preserved wall paintings and intricate hieroglyphics. The journey then continues to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, an impressive terraced structure carved into the cliffs of Deir el‑Bahari and dedicated to one of Egypt's most influential female rulers.

Conclude the experience with a peaceful felucca ride across the Nile, crossing from the West Bank to the East Bank. Enjoy the calm atmosphere and light refreshments before returning to your hotel with lasting memories of a journey that blends adventure, history, and culture.

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What's included
  • check Entrance fees
  • check Guided tour
  • check Transportation in air-conditioned vehicle
  • check Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • check Hot air balloon flight
  • check Sailboat cruise
  • check Insurance
What's not included
  • x_not_included Personal expenses
Where
Meeting point:
Please provide your hotel name and address for pick-up at checkout. The pick-up location is in the hotel's lobby unless otherwise specified.
What to remember

Accessibility:

  • The activity is unsuitable for anyone with injuries, who have had surgery, back/hip/knee problems, health concerns, walking difficulties, severe auditory problems or is/may be pregnant

Extra fees to be paid on site:

  • A visit to three tombs is included in the Valley of the Kings entrance ticket, with the exception of Ramses VI and Tutankhamun's tombs, which require an additional fee. Tutankhamun's tomb entrance fee is around 700 EGP for adults and 350 EGP for children under 12. The Tomb of Ramses VI entrance fee is approximately 220 EGP for adults and 110 EGP for children under 12. Payment only by credit card

Know in advance:

  • You can choose between a shared or a private tour. For private tours, select the option that corresponds to your group size: Option 1 for one participant, Option 2 for two participants, and so on up to Option 6, which applies to groups of 6 to 15 participants. Private tour prices are charged per person and include a guide and a vehicle; the total price represents the full amount for the entire group based on the number of participants
  • The trip is subject to favourable weather conditions. In case the hot air balloon ride cannot operate, guests will receive a partial refund for the balloon ride component. If the felucca ride cannot operate, it will be replaced with a motorboat alternative
  • Flight duration is normally about 45 minutes, however flight times can vary from 40 to 90 minutes depending on the temperature of the air
  • Please provide a contact number at checkout to be notified in case the tour needs to be cancelled and refunded or rescheduled
  • The local operator will confirm the final pick-up time 24 hours before the experience starts. Please look out for an email or SMS
  • The minimum age for children is 6 years, and they need to be accompanied by an adult

Remember to bring:

  • Please be aware that a copy of your passport will be required during the confirmation process
  • Sun hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, camera, small bottles of water and casual clothing, plus money for tipping and shopping
  • As the tour takes place in the early morning, guests are advised to arrange a breakfast box with their hotel reception the night before the tour
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Provider
Travco Group for Tourism
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

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