01:00–02:00 AM · Hotel Pickup
Pickup from your Hurghada hotel by air-conditioned car or minibus and departure for Luxor. The road takes approximately 3.5–4 hours depending on hotel location and traffic. Final pickup time is confirmed according to your hotel.
05:00–05:30 AM · Arrival in Luxor
Arrive on Luxor's West Bank, transfer to the balloon launch area, complete registration and prepare for the flight.
05:30–06:30 AM · Sunrise Hot Air Balloon
- Valley of the Kings
- Hatshepsut Temple
- Nile River
- Fields and surrounding villages
- Ancient temples and archaeological sites
- Luxor mountains
- Typical flight duration: 45–60 minutes, subject to operation and weather
- Flight certificate may be provided according to the balloon company and package
07:00–07:30 AM · Breakfast
- Tea or coffee
- Light breakfast
- Water
08:00–10:00 AM · Valley of the Kings
Visit royal tombs and see ancient inscriptions and paintings. The number of included tombs depends on the ticket type. Tutankhamun's Tomb can be added with an extra ticket.
10:15–11:30 AM · Hatshepsut Temple
Visit Hatshepsut Temple at Deir el-Bahari, learn about her reign and enjoy time for photography.
11:45 AM–12:15 PM · Colossi of Memnon
Stop at the Colossi of Memnon for photos and a look at one of the West Bank's iconic monuments.
12:30–01:00 PM · Nile Crossing
Cross from the West Bank to the East Bank by boat. The boat crossing may be included or offered as an optional addition depending on the package.
01:00–02:00 PM · Lunch
- Egyptian meal
- Salad and side dishes
- Water
- Additional drinks according to the restaurant and package
02:00–03:30 PM · Karnak Temples
- Massive pylons
- Great Hypostyle Hall
- Obelisks
- Sacred Lake
- Inscriptions and statues
- Avenue of the Sphinxes according to the tour route
- Specialized guide explaining the temple's history and religious importance
03:30–04:00 PM · Luxor Temple — Optional
Add Luxor Temple for an extra charge or according to the selected package, or replace it with free time in central Luxor.
04:00–04:30 PM · Start Return
Board the air-conditioned vehicle and begin the return journey to Hurghada.
08:00–09:00 PM · Hotel Arrival
Return to your Hurghada hotel and conclude the journey.
Basic Package Includes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Hurghada
- Air-conditioned car or minibus
- Hot air balloon flight
- Approximately 45–60 minute balloon flight subject to operation and weather
- Light breakfast and drinks after the flight
- Specialized Egyptology guide
- Valley of the Kings
- Hatshepsut Temple
- Colossi of Memnon
- Karnak Temples
- Lunch
- Water during the trip
- All program transfers
Optional Add-ons
- Tutankhamun's Tomb
- Luxor Temple
- Nile boat ride
- Private VIP vehicle
- Private German-speaking guide
- Private English-speaking guide
- Additional meals and drinks
- Professional photography
Not Included
- Personal expenses
- Tips
- Any visits not mentioned in the basic program
- Extra tickets such as Tutankhamun's Tomb
- Any service requested outside the basic program
What to Bring
- Passport or a copy
- Light jacket for the early morning
- Comfortable shoes
- Sunglasses
- Hat
- Sun protection
- Phone or camera
- Water bottle
Important Balloon Information
- The balloon operates early in the morning for the best flying conditions and sunrise views.
- The flight is fully subject to safety instructions, authorities and weather conditions.
- Departure time may change or the flight may be cancelled if conditions are unsuitable.
- If the balloon is cancelled due to weather, the booking is handled according to the balloon company's policy and the selected package.
VIP Option
Book the journey with a private vehicle from Hurghada, a private guide and full organization from the hotel through the return journey.
Private Hurghada → Luxor → Hot Air Balloon → Hurghada. Fly over Luxor and see the history of Egypt from the sky.