Hot Air Balloon and Self-Guided Tour in Luxor's West Bank

## **1) Hotel Pickup & Nile Transfer**

Your day begins with a **private pickup from your hotel**.

* **If your hotel is on the East Bank:** our representative will escort you to the dock for a **short boat transfer to the West Bank**. Upon arrival, a private car will take you directly to the **balloon launch site**.
* **If your hotel is on the West Bank:** our representative will pick you up directly from your hotel and take you straight to the **balloon launch site**.

**What you’ll experience:** The peaceful Nile morning, scenic river views (for East Bank guests), or a calm, direct transfer on the West Bank, giving you a smooth start to your balloon adventure.

## **2) Shared Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride (45 Minutes)**

Board a **shared balloon with a small group** and enjoy a **45-minute flight** over Luxor at sunrise.
**What you’ll see:** Stunning aerial views of the West Bank’s temples, desert hills, and the Nile’s green banks. The soft morning light highlights the Valley of the Kings, mortuary temples, and surrounding landscapes. Perfect for breathtaking photos and panoramic memories.
**Experience:** Gentle floating over ancient monuments, feeling the vastness of the desert, and watching Luxor from a unique perspective that only a balloon ride can offer.

Colossi of Memnon – Self-Guided Visit with Driver

After landing, transfer by English-speaking driver to the Colossi of Memnon. The driver will wait for you in the car while you explore the site independently.

What you’ll see: Two massive 18th dynasty statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III, standing as guardians of the Theban Necropolis. Admire their scale, craftsmanship, and learn about the myths surrounding the “singing” statue phenomenon.

Experience: This stop is perfect for photography and allows a flexible, self-paced visit, giving you time to appreciate the grandeur and history of ancient Egypt at your own pace.

Valley of the Kings (Self-Guided Visit with Driver)

Explore the Valley of the Kings at your own pace with the support of your English-speaking driver, who will wait for you in the car while you enter the site. All entrance tickets are included in the tour price.

What you’ll see: Two standard tombs of famous pharaohs featuring colorful hieroglyphs, murals, and burial chambers detailing royal life and death rituals.

Experience: Walk through the corridors where history comes alive, admire intricate decorations, and enjoy a flexible, self-paced visit that allows time for photography and personal exploration, without any tour guide inside the tombs.

Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut (1.5 Hours, Tickets Included)

End your West Bank tour at the Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut, with all entrance tickets included in the tour price. Your English-speaking driver will wait in the car while you explore the temple independently.

What you’ll see: A striking terrace temple built for Egypt’s only female pharaoh, showcasing impressive architecture, reliefs of her divine birth, and depictions of trade expeditions.

Experience: Spend about 1.5 hours exploring at your own pace, capturing unique angles for photos, and absorbing the grandeur of one of Egypt’s most remarkable monuments. Enjoy a flexible, self-paced visit without feeling rushed.

Enjoy a peaceful scenic sail along the Nile, either on a traditional felucca or a motorboat.
Travelers will glide past lush riverbanks, palm trees, and local farms, witnessing the daily life of Upper Egypt. Capture stunning views of the city and Nile waters, perfect for photography during sunrise or sunset. See traditional houses and green fields, offering a glimpse into authentic Nile life. On a felucca, feel the gentle breeze on the sails, while a motorboat allows a faster exploration of the river. The sail lasts about 30–45 minutes, providing a relaxing end to your day and memorable photo opportunities.

## **Return Transfer**

After the tour, relax as you are **transferred back to your hotel** on either the East or West Bank, completing your **VIP Luxor experience**.