Luxor: West and East Banks with Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride
ID: GYG429747-774300
Category:
Country: Egypt
Duration:
11:00 hours
Description
Embark on a full-day tour in Luxor, explore the city’s magnificent temples by visiting the west and east bank of Luxor, and experience a sunrise hot air balloon ride over the historical sites.
Explore the magnificent temples of Luxor on a full-day tour visiting the west and east bank of Luxor. Take to the sky in a hot air balloon ride over the historical sites at sunrise, savor lunch at a local restaurant, and sail on the Nile River in a traditional felucca sailing boat.
Begin your trip with a pick-up from your hotel. Experience an unforgettable 45-80 minute hot air balloon flight at a height of over 1500 feet in the sky. Marvel at the historical sites from the sky.
After landing, head to the west bank of Luxor to visit The Valley of the Kings, also known as the Valley of the Gates of the Kings.
Then, head to the Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut. Located opposite the city of Luxor, it is considered to be a masterpiece of ancient architecture. Marvel at 3 massive terraces that rise above the desert floor and into the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari
Then, move to the colossi of Memnon where you'll see the mortuary temple of Amenhotep III at the Colossi of Memnon, then stop for lunch at a local restaurant.
Sail on the Nile River in a traditional felucca sailing boat to discover the beauty of Luxor. Relax with a drink as you soak up the scenery.
Go to Karnak Temple, the greatest example of worship in history, it was dedicated to god Amun, his wife Mut, and their son Khonsu to represent the Theban triad. Listen and be amazed at the explanation of this ancient history
Move to the Luxor temple that was built by Amenhotep III in the 18th Dynasty in the modern kingdom and the temple was completed by Ramses II. Finally, You.ll be transferred back to your hotel.
Highlights
- Explore the Luxor's ancient temples by exploring the west and east banks
- Get a bird's eye view of the sites at sunrise in a hot air balloon ride
- Cruise along the Nile River in a traditional felucca sailing boat
- See the terraces of the Mortuary Temple rise into the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari
- Admire the Karnak Temple, one the greatest example of worship in history
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Please be ready and wait outside the lobby of your hotel 10 minutes before the scheduled pickup time.
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.