Luxor: Hot Air Balloon Ride Lifetime Experience

Overview

Take in the stunning views of Luxor from a hot air balloon ride - one of the best things to do in this city! After early morning pickup, you'll be taken to the west bank of the Nile River where you will board a shared basket for a 30-45 minute flight. See famous sites like Karnak temple, Hatshepsut temple, and Valley of the Queens from above as you watch an unforgettable sunrise over Egypt's biggest open-air museum. Hotel details (name, address, passport copies and room number) are necessary after booking confirmation and door-to-door transportation is included. Don't miss out on this once in a lifetime experience - book your hot air balloon trip today!

What’s included

• 35-45 minutes of soaring through the Luxor sky aboard a Hot Air Balloon.
• Complimentary A/C. transport to and from your Hotel or Nile cruise.
• English speaking guide/pilot throughout the journey.
• A commemorative Flight Certificate to mark the occasion.
• Motorboat transfer to the west bank along with snacks prior to take-off.

What’s Exclude

• Any Extras not mentioned in the itinerary.
• Any other options if required.
• Tipping (recommended).

What To Expect

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Luxor, Luxor, Nile River Valley

Start the experience with an early morning pickup (around 4:30 am) from your hotel or Nile Cruise in Luxor. Then, travel by air-conditioned car to cross over to the West Bank on a motorboat and board another vehicle to reach the Balloon port (take-off area). Here you will receive instructions and safety information regarding the flight before boarding the shared balloon basket for a 30 to 45 minutes Hot Air Balloon ride.

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Stop At: Qurna Village, Luxor Egypt

During your flight, enjoy an aerial view of Egypt's landscape and famous landmarks such as; the Ramessum temple, Valley of Kings, Valley of Queens, Hatshepsut Temple and Colossi of Memnon rising from nearby fields. Capture amazing moments of sunrise over Theban Necropolis mountains.

Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Luxor, Luxor, Nile River Valley
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Additional Information

• Infants must sit on laps
• Near public transportation
• The children less than 6 years are not allowed for the balloon trip, they can be waiting for you in the ground support van and crew following your balloon.
• Departure time may vary depending on sunrise time.
• The Balloon Ride trip departs every day, however, confirmation in advance is highly recommended.
• The hotel picks up takes place 45 minutes before take-off scheduled time.
• We pick travelers from any hotel or Nile Cruise in Luxor.
• Camera is not allowed while in the balloon basket, you can use your cellphone to take pictures.
• Not wheelchair accessible
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
• Most travelers can participate
• Face masks required for travelers in public areas
• Face masks required for guides in public areas
• Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
• Social distancing enforced throughout experience
• Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
• Gear/equipment sanitized between use
• Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
• Guides required to regularly wash hands
• A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
• This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
• This tour/activity will have a maximum of 28 travelers
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Voucher Requirements

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Departure Time

05:30 AM

Departure Point

Traveler pickup is offered
All hotels, Nile Cruises or Rental apartments in Luxor.

Hotel Pickup

Yes

Return Details

Returns to original departure point