Hot Air Balloon & West Bank Tour
Begin with a sunrise hot air balloon flight over Luxor, then explore the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and the Colossi of Memnon with a private Egyptologist guide.
See Luxor from the sky before exploring its royal necropolis.
Experience Luxor from two unforgettable perspectives in one carefully arranged morning. Begin before sunrise with hotel or Nile cruise pickup and transfer to the West Bank balloon launch area. After the pilot’s safety briefing, join a shared hot air balloon flight above fields, villages, desert cliffs, and the archaeological landscape of ancient Thebes. Once safely back on the ground, meet your private Egyptologist guide and continue to the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and the Colossi of Memnon. The approximately seven-hour experience combines a shared balloon operation with a private guided sightseeing tour and includes standard entrance tickets to the listed sites.
Three unforgettable perspectives on Luxor’s West Bank.
Sunrise Balloon Flight
Float above Luxor’s West Bank and enjoy changing sunrise views across fields, villages, desert cliffs, temples, and the ancient Theban landscape.
Valley of the Kings
Enter three available royal tombs included with the standard ticket and see colorful religious scenes created for New Kingdom pharaohs.
Hatshepsut & Memnon
Explore Hatshepsut’s dramatic terraced temple at Deir El-Bahari and stop beside the colossal statues of Amenhotep III.
An early-morning adventure followed by private ancient sightseeing.
Private hotel pickup
You will be collected before sunrise from your Luxor hotel or Nile cruise and transferred to the balloon meeting point. The exact pickup time is confirmed the evening before according to sunrise and operational instructions.
Hot air balloon flight
After registration and a safety briefing, board the balloon for a shared sunrise flight. The route, height, duration, and landing point are controlled entirely by the licensed pilot according to wind and safety conditions.
Valley of the Kings
Meet your private Egyptologist and enter three available royal tombs included with the standard admission. Learn about funerary beliefs and painted texts before exploring the tomb interiors.
Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
Explore the terraced mortuary temple of Hatshepsut beneath the Theban cliffs and discover how its architecture and reliefs celebrated one of Egypt’s most remarkable rulers.
Colossi of Memnon
Stop beside the two colossal statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III. These monumental figures once guarded the entrance to his vast mortuary temple and remain among the West Bank’s most recognizable landmarks.
Private return transfer
After approximately seven hours combining the balloon operation and West Bank sightseeing, relax during your return transfer to your Luxor hotel or Nile cruise.
Clear inclusions for your Luxor balloon and West Bank tour.
Included
- Private air-conditioned vehicle
- Pickup and return from your Luxor hotel or Nile cruise
- Licensed private tour guide
- Shared hot air balloon flight with a licensed operator
- Standard entrance tickets to the listed sightseeing sites
- Bottled water during the tour
- Service charges and taxes
Not Included
- Optional tombs requiring separate tickets, including Tutankhamun, Seti I, and Ramses V & VI
- Meals and additional drinks
- Personal purchases
- Gratuities
Personalize your Luxor day with selected extra experiences.
One of Luxor’s most memorable sunrise and history experiences.
Two experiences in one
Combine a sunrise balloon adventure with a private guided tour of the West Bank’s principal monuments.
Major ancient highlights
Visit the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and the Colossi of Memnon in one private route.
Private Egyptologist guide
Understand the stories, architecture, beliefs, and rulers behind each archaeological site.
Coordinated transfers
Move smoothly from your accommodation to the balloon field and onward to the archaeological sightseeing route.
Quick answers about your Luxor balloon and West Bank tour.
Is the hot air balloon flight private?
No. The balloon flight is shared with other passengers and operated by a licensed balloon company. The archaeological sightseeing after landing is private.
How many tombs can we enter in the Valley of the Kings?
The standard Valley of the Kings ticket normally includes three available royal tombs. Special tombs such as Tutankhamun, Seti I, and Ramses V and VI require separate tickets.
What happens if the balloon is cancelled?
Balloon flights depend on aviation authorization and weather. If the operator cancels the flight, the West Bank tour continues and the balloon portion is handled according to the confirmed cancellation policy.
Can the tour start from a Nile cruise ship?
Yes. Pickup and return can be arranged from hotels and Nile cruise ships docked in Luxor. Please provide the ship name and docking details when booking.
Is this Luxor tour suitable for children?
Yes. The private format allows families to adjust the pace and take breaks. Comfortable shoes, sun protection, and drinking water are recommended, especially during warmer months.
Ready to fly above Luxor and explore its royal treasures?
Share your Luxor hotel or cruise, preferred date, and number of travelers. We’ll arrange your private guide, transportation, and entrance tickets.