2-day trip: Luxor’s East and West Banks with a hot air balloon ride

Luxor was Thebes, the capital of ancient Egypt, and two days here let you see both banks of the Nile without rushing.

On the East Bank you walk through Karnak and Luxor Temple. On the West Bank you go down into the royal tombs of the Valley of the Kings, visit the Valley of the Queens and Queen Hatshepsut’s terraced temple, and stop at the Colossi of Memnon. You also float over the city on a hot air balloon ride of 45 minutes to an hour.

A dedicated Egyptologist guides you throughout, in your language. We pick you up in an air-conditioned vehicle, every entrance ticket is paid, and your night is in a 4-star hotel with breakfast. On the second day you can keep the room until your flight if you need it. We also stop at an alabaster workshop and a local market, at no extra charge.

Who the Luxor 2-day trip with balloon is for

Two days in Luxor let you see both banks of the Nile without rushing. This trip suits travelers who want the main sites, a balloon flight and a comfortable night in a 4-star hotel, all arranged with one dedicated Egyptologist.

On the East Bank you walk through Karnak and Luxor Temple. On the West Bank you enter the Valley of the Kings, visit the Valley of the Queens and Hatshepsut’s temple, and stop at the Colossi of Memnon. The balloon ride lasts 45 minutes to an hour. UNESCO’s Ancient Thebes listing explains the setting.

Pack warm layers for the early balloon start and light clothes for the day. Wear comfortable shoes and bring a hat and sunscreen. On day two you can keep your room until your flight if needed.