Luxor: Guided Full-Day Tour with a 45-Minute Balloon Adventure

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1. Embark on a delightful hot air balloon ride in Luxor with our dedicated representative ensuring your comfort. Begin your experience with refreshing soft drinks at the marina before crossing the Nile to the West Bank via a motorboat. Smoothly transition to the take-off area for your 45-minute balloon ride over Luxor, offering a remarkable journey through the expansive open-air museum.

   45 minAdmission included

2. After the balloon ride, your dedicated tour guide will welcome you to the Colossi of Memnon, colossal ancient statues dating back to the era of King Amenhotep III.

   15 min

3. moving on to the renowned Valley of the Kings, a significant necropolis in Luxor's West Bank. Dive into a 2-hour exploration of four royal tombs, including the Tomb of Ramses, the Tomb of Horemheb, and the Tomb of Merenptah.

   2 h

4. Notable among these is the Tomb of King Ramesses IX, the third pharaoh of the Twentieth Dynasty. Marvel at its intricate details, vibrant colors, and the grandeur of the colossal sarcophagus during a 20-minute visit. Continue your journey to the Tomb of Merenptah, the burial site of Pharaoh Merneptah, featuring distinctive architectural styles and intricate details that reflect the significance of the pharaoh. Howard Carter discovered this tomb in 1903, revealing wider entrances and single-axis construction.

   20 min

5. Explore the remarkable Tomb of Ramses III, designated as KV 11, in the Valley of the Kings. Renowned for its colorful painted sunken reliefs depicting traditional ritual texts, this tomb is also known as the 'Tomb of the Harpers' due to unusual secular scenes portraying foreign tributes and detailed artifacts. Immerse yourself in the rich history during a 20-minute visit

   20 min

6. Following the tomb exploration, you'll be transported to the striking Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahari. Dedicated to the only woman to have ruled Egypt as Pharaoh, Queen Hatshepsut, this monument is a testament to her remarkable legacy. Spend 2 hours exploring the temple

   2 h

7. During your tour of Karnak Temple, take a moment to marvel at the Obelisk of Queen Hatshepsut and the Obelisk of Tutomosis I. Appreciate the intricate details and historical significance of these ancient structures during a 10-minute visit

   10 min

8. Continue your journey to the renowned Karnak Temple, one of the world's most extraordinary architectural marvels on the East Bank of Luxor. Marvel at the Avenue of Sphinxes, the Hypostyle Hall with its 134 colossal columns, the Obelisks of Queen Hatshepsut and Tutomosis I, and the Temple of Amon adorned with exquisite lotus and papyrus designs.

   2 h

9. Conclude your journey by spending 10 minutes along the Avenue of Sphinxes, a historical pathway connecting the Karnak Temple and the Luxor Temple. Be mesmerized by this awe-inspiring stretch adorned with sphinxes on both sides. Immerse yourself in the grandeur of this ancient thoroughfare that once spanned from Luxor to Karnak over a distance of 3 km.

   10 min

10. During your exploration, you'll have the opportunity to encounter the Obelisk of Thutmose I, a significant structure with historical importance. This brief 10-minute stop allows you to admire the architectural finesse and symbolic significance of this ancient monument

    10 min

11. Conclude your immersive journey at the Luxor Temple, dedicated to the Theban Triad of Amun-Ra, Mut, and Khonsu. Marvel at the majesty of the granite statues of Ramses the Great and immerse yourself in the rich historical legacy of these ancient temples. Create unforgettable memories during your 1-hour and 30-minute visit to Luxor Temple

    1.5 h

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

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How it compares in Luxor

• Its from-price is 13% above the median of the 4411 experiences we list in Luxor.
• It is longer than most of them.
• By number of reviews it ranks 1824 of 4411.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Luxor

Luxor stands on the site of ancient Thebes, with vast temples on the Nile's east bank and the royal tombs of the Valley of the Kings across the river.

On the east bank, the Karnak temple complex spreads across acres of pylons, obelisks and the forest of columns in its Great Hypostyle Hall. An avenue of sphinxes links it to Luxor Temple in the town centre, which is especially atmospheric when lit up in the evening. The Luxor Museum and the Mummification Museum sit along the riverside corniche.

Top-ranked sights in Luxor: Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut (at Deir el-Bahari), Colossi of Memnon.

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