Hurghada: Luxor Highlights Private Tour & Balloon Ride
ID: GYG920113-1438492
Category:
Country: Egypt
Duration:
20:00 hours
Description
Discover the best of Luxor in just one day. Witness a breathtaking sunrise from a hot air balloon, explore the Valley of the Kings, enjoy a peaceful felucca sail on the Nile, and more.
Between 11:00 PM to 11:30 PM, a dedicated driver will pick you up from your hotel in Hurghada. Relax in a private, air-conditioned vehicle as you travel overnight to Luxor.
Upon arrival in the early morning, you’ll be taken to a café to sample authentic Egyptian tea. Shortly after, the representative will accompany you to your 30- to 45-minute hot air balloon adventure, where you’ll marvel at a stunning sunrise over Luxor’s famous archaeological sites.
Next, cross to the West Bank to explore the legendary Valley of the Kings, visiting three of the most significant tombs adorned with intricate hieroglyphs. Continue on to the Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut, a grand multi-level structure featuring statues of Queen Hatshepsut and the god Osiris.
Next, you will move to the Colossi of Memnon, the towering remains of Amenhotep III’s mortuary temple.
Next, Stop for a delicious lunch at a local restaurant.
Afterward, step aboard a traditional felucca for a relaxing sail along the Nile, complete with a complimentary cup of Egyptian tea.
Next, head to the East Bank to explore Karnak Temple, the largest temple complex in Luxor, dedicated to the Theban triad of Amun, Mut, and Khonsu.
Finally, visit Luxor Temple, built by Amenhotep III in the 18th Dynasty and later completed by Ramses II.
Conclude your experience with a comfortable drive back to your hotel in Hurghada (about a 4-hour journey).
Highlights
- Take in the best of Luxor’s history and beauty in one day
- Deepen your understanding of Egyptian history with a private Egyptologist
- Enjoy a hassle-free day with lunch included in Luxor
- Enjoy a felucca sailboat cruise, the authentic Egyptian way
- Enjoy an unforgettable hot air balloon ride in Luxor
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The tour begins at 11:00 PM on the date you select during booking. This means your pickup will take place at 11:00 PM that evening, and the tour activities will extend into the following day, concluding in the evening of the next day.
For example:
If you book the tour for June 1, you will be picked up at 11:00 PM on June 1. The tour activities will take place on June 2 and finish in the evening of that day.
Th minimum age for the hot air balloon ride is 6 years old
INCLUDED
- Pickup and drop-off
- Hot air balloon ride
- Cafe expenses
- Private English-speaking guide
- Private air-conditioned vehicle
- Felucca ride
- Lunch (drinks excluded)
NOT INCLUDED
- Spanish-, German-, or French-speaking guide (available as an add-on)
- Entrance fees to all mentioned sites
- All types of drinks, including water
- Tips
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
