Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride Experience in Luxor
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Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride Experience in Luxor
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- Hot air balloon flight.
- Pick up from hotel/port and drop off.
- All taxes, fees , handling charges.
- Bottled mineral water during the tour.
- Flight certificate and souvenir.
- Snacks
- Light refreshments.
- 45 : 80 minutes ride in Hot Air Balloon, in the sky of Luxor
- Pick up Service from your Hotel/ Nile cruise & return
- Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.Hotel pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 129136P8- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
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- 1Your stay in Luxor would not quite be the same without a bird’s eye view of the city from a hot air balloons. After convenient, pre-dawn pickup from your Luxor hotel or cruise ship, cross the River Nile to the West Bank – where your hot air balloon awaits. After a safety briefing and introduction to your ground crew and pilot, you will climb into the balloon's basket and get ready for lift off. Then it’s time for takeoff. Away from the daytime crowds, you will drift peacefully over the west Bank of Luxor and sights such as the monuments of Thebes. As the early morning sun rises over the East Bank, the city and the surrounding mountains will be illuminated in stunning golden hues. Your expert guide will also regale you with insights on history as you take in landmarks such as Queen Hatshepsut's Temple and Karnak, among other important structures. After landing, you will be transported back to your hotel, enriched with the beauty of Egypt from the most enchanting perspective.
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- C2631GXkl0 contributionsLuxorGreat tour. Driver got us around to all the major sites in and around Luxor and our guide was brilliant. Can definitely recommendWritten February 12, 2025
- edytai20250 contributionsPerfectly organized balloon adventureThe balloon flight was perfectly organized by Mirna. We were picked up directly from hotel and safely driven back. Mirna was very kind and helpful. We highly recommend the balloon experienceWritten February 9, 2025
- Dream391755841200 contributionsWonderfulFabulous trip and the organiser Mirna was very helpful and excellent communications. The guide Majed was amazing too.Written January 21, 2025
- M9000EXmarkp0 contributionsExceeded ExpectationsAbsolutely one of the best experiences of my life. The Nile cruise from place to place, the staff, there is just no words. I strongly believe everyone should experience this once in their life.Written January 21, 2025
- Cosmopolitan616220 contributionsNew Experience & New placeThis trip was exactly what I needed to release some stress. The beautiful scenery and the peaceful atmosphere were incredibly relaxing. The service was also fantastic, making the whole experience even more enjoyable. I left feeling happy and rejuvenated.Written January 8, 2025
- gueymeih0 contributionsGood Cruise but BAD CompanyCruise staff/facility/food/general: 4/5. HOWEVER, Cheap Tour the provider is terrible. Issues I had with them are: 1. The agent (Merna) asked for much personal information, e.g. pick-up address, passport, etc., but they kept asking the same info over and over again, even mixed up my details with others. 2. Merna did not contact me for final pick-up time until late the day before, and only upon my insist. I did my best to confirm details that I knew, but my pick-up still didn't show up until one hour late, and when it did, the driver and the guide insisted taking me to places that I already said I wouldn't go. I was forced to follow an itinerary that I didn't need. 3. The tour guide Yusef on the first day was horrible: He kept interupting people, promising things he couldn't make. He clearly didn't know the itinerary. Two other visitors and I were severely delayed and we only had about 2-3 hours before boarding the cruise, but he took us all to Valley of Kings (I had been there but the other two hadn't. I didn't go inside btw). Yusef did not know we had to board the cruise at 1pm. While I waited outside, I kept texting Yusef and Merna to ask about boarding time and they did not get back to me. We missed the boarding time (but did get onbaord eventually). Being so clueless and unprofessional, the guide Yusef had the cheeks to demand tips, which is despicable! 4. There were a lot of differences between the tour itinerary here and the cruise itinerary. I had to ask much info from the cruise receptionist, rather from Cheap Tour agent Merna. Since there was no wifi, the agent basically couldn't stay in touch with me. I had to do the agent's job. 5. Merna messed up my pick-up after I left the cruise: There was supposed to be a driver who drove me to my hotel. The driver was not there and only arrived 45 minutes after I kept calling (no one picked my phone) and texting to Merna. 6. The whole convo with Merna is simply frustrating. They never picked up any of my call. Always got back to my message super late. All in all, if you would like a short cruise trip, don't go through any Egyptian booking agent, especially this one. It's better to book directly from the cruise company. Egyptians like to outsource, to the point that the chain of commands is like a...pyramid scheme (pun intended). Don't go through this company otherwise you'll be so annoyed with their so-called agent.Written January 4, 2025
- Y9385ROjasonw0 contributionsgood value tripA wonderful trip that was definitely worth what we paid. Boat was good -- the staff were helpful, everything was clean and well-prepared. Only one big error by boat staff: they gave us the scheduled wake up call by knocking on our door, even though the boat was running 90 minutes late for arrival into Edfu, so we could have kept sleeping... The guide was not exceptional -- the explanations weren't always clear (but as a professor, I have a very high standard for this..). Several people in the group felt rushed at some of the sites. At times this was necessary to make the departure time for the boat, but our visit to Abu Simbel was unnecessarily rushed at the site even though no one had anywhere to be because the cruise was over. The guide was rather chaotic in his organization and communication of what will happen. Contact with the agency was very good -- they responded quickly on WhatsApp to several questions and checked in with me several times during the trip to make sure everything was OK. I was happy with the option to book the Edfu and Kom Ombo sites as an add-on. Despite any criticisms, this was a good value trip -- I was on a tight budget and it enabled the family to have a nice float up the Nile and see some beautiful things.Written December 25, 2024
- Y6245MRjosephinea0 contributionsThree days and two nights on a cruise ship with Alma’s as our tour guideOur experience with the tour Guide Almad was extraordinary. He was very prompt in coming to pick us and dropping us off. He explained every step of the way and was very patient with us. We learned so much new information about the temples in Luxor and Aswan. He explained the felucca ride before we got on the boat. Overall it was an excellent experience with ALMAD our tour guide. Josephine U.S.AWritten August 2, 2024
- R3117BXpedrom0 contributionsLuxor firts time.i enjoy the full day tour in Luxor, really was amazing the guide tell us about the culture, we visited the temples, the valley of the kings, a stone museum. Was very nice experience. Recomended!!Written July 13, 2024
- U3883ZNyousefa0 contributionsNile Cruise Discovering Civilization & Comforting SoulThe tour was amazing and unique by all means. The Viator Team were very professional and supportive, especially the amazing Mirna who kept engaging step by step and assuring follow up round the day. Mirna facilitated the booking, recommended the best tour and arranged daily support in a perfect manner. The tour was breathtaking and magical. On board, there were many group activities and lots of fun which enabled all to socialize and enjoy the time. The journey is wonderfully recommended as it takes you along the Nile to enjoy unique views across both banks while taking all time to vent any stress and relax body & soul. The boat crew added to the joy by being highly engaging, fun and supportive. In addition to the 5 Star deluxe rooms, you will enjoy international cosine as breakfast, lunch and dinner meals. The daily 5 o’clock coffee, tea and cookies time on deck-top is get-together for all. While sun-deck swimming pool and jacuzzi is every minute joy all day. A more added touch to the tour is the late night cocktail party at the lounge bar loaded with fun, music and dancing. A real day closure fun before aspiring to the next day. The tour gave us a splendid chance to know more on Egypt historical places, museums, temples and the rich Pharos civilization 7000 years old. The archeological tours are always guided with egyptologists who would tell the whole narrative leaving room for no wonders, but to add words to the magical sites you visit. In short, such tour is a must any time round the year either alone, with friends or with family. It deserved all the admiration, indeed.Written June 18, 2024
- 421amaa0 contributionsGood experienceI enjoyed this experience. It was a speed boat ride as opposed to a Felucca boat. The trip company guy explained that there was no wind so with the felucca it will take longer than necessary for the whole experience which was fine. In addition to this, I start my experience late, which was my fault because I gave them the wrong hotel name, but the company went out of their way to still come and get me which I appreciate. Sure if I hadn’t made the mistake I would started on time and had the fellucca boat. I was the only one on the boat which was nice. The guide was friendly and chatty which was good but on that day, I could’ve done with a less chatty guide just so to actually take in everything whilst on the nile. But i understand that he was only doing his job. I didn’t really care much for the banana island itself to be honest. Nevertheless, it was a really good experience overall.Written June 10, 2024
- Explorer7107710 contributionsA very nice excursion in the past with wonderfull monumentsIt was a very nice day, very interesting… a lot of beautifull sites. We discoverd so many things and took so much photos. Peaple were very nice with us, give us a lot of information to underdtand the monuments… we recommend the excursion.Written May 27, 2024
- marwaa3830 contributionsExcellent day trip with highlights of LuxorVery nice trip and well organised tour from Mirna . They were flexible about timing and arranged an early start to avoid the heat and the crowd. Many thanksWritten May 20, 2024
- S9785ULjoshuah0 contributionsGreat easy and fun morning experience.Our guide was very friendly and chatty. Very nice person, the banna island people are all friendly, lots of shops to buy stuff from. They do try to get you to buy stuff but it’s fine to say no. Merna was very helpful and good. ThanksWritten May 15, 2024
- Q3287MPandresv0 contributionsExcelente trayectoIt was an excellent journey, both the captain and his companion were super friendly in everything, The landscapes and the atmosphere were ideal for enjoying and taking pictures.Written May 14, 2024
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Muhammad R
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Sep 2023 • Couples
We flew from Cairo to Luxor for 1 day and we're picked up on time as promised by Cheap Tours team. They were in contact through WhatsApp at each and every step for guidance. We were taken by a Van to a short boat ride across Nile River ( East to West) and then by a Van to an open area while waiting for balloon ride. It was so amazing seeing many balloons getting inflated within few minutes before sunrise. We paid for video as it was worth due to great scenery including mountains, temples, Nile river and farmland. Balloon pilot was well trained and had a great sense of humor. Landing was very smooth and we saw lots of team members facilitating the landing. It was an unforgettable event of my lifetime with my wife during honeymoon period. Thanks to Sunrise hot air balloon cheap tours team for making this tour memorable.
Written September 20, 2023
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Abraham L
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Aug 2024 • Couples
One of the best experiences on our trip through Egypt. Mirna picked us up at the set time (go early so as not to lose the dawn) and accompanied us throughout the trip to the esplanade of the balloons. From the sky you can see the whole Valley of the Kings and in the distance in Nile, the temples of Karnak and Luxor and the city. This day we were able to cross the Nile with our Captain Sam and be in the air for more than an hour - thanks to the large drafts that day (5 months it had not been possible to cross). If you come to Luxor, find room to do so. You won't regret it.
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Written September 17, 2024
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Stevie M
Alloa, Scotland, United Kingdom4 contributions
Nov 2024 • Couples
This trip was absolutely fantastic, I would recommend it as a must do when visiting Luxor. The service from this company was excellent. Communication from Mirna was excellent. We got picked up and dropped at the time they said. Seeing the balloons being blown up and taking off was spectactular. The actual ballon ride was amazing especially as it was sunrise. I would totally recommend booking your trip with this company 10/10 😃😃😃
Written November 18, 2024
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Mohamed
Toronto, Canada2 contributions
Oct 2024 • Couples
Unfortunately, this tour provider ruined our experience in Luxor. First off, this tour is marketed as a sunrise hot air balloon when infact i was only picked up at 5:40am and we missed the sunrise completely. the tour contacted me via whatsapp to confirm the pickup time and details. I was initially told the pickup is at 4:40am. Then at 9:30pm the night before they told me its now at 5:40am due to “weather conditions” which was a flat out lie and when i actually went in the morning, the sunrise balloons were taking flight already.
I would highly discourage anyone to book with this tour provider. They didnt even apologize and continued to blame everyone but themselves and when i asked for anyone to call me from the tour company, they ignored me. The two people i dealt with are called Morna and Tony.
Book with other tour providers and avoid this one as they lack honesty.
I would highly discourage anyone to book with this tour provider. They didnt even apologize and continued to blame everyone but themselves and when i asked for anyone to call me from the tour company, they ignored me. The two people i dealt with are called Morna and Tony.
Book with other tour providers and avoid this one as they lack honesty.
Written October 10, 2024
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Suhail D
4 contributions
Jul 2024 • Family
We loved this adventure. The views from the sky was amazing - the valley of the kings and the queens along with other monuments, the villages and to top it up the sunrise. The trip was organised brilliantly - rom hotel pickup, across the Nile by boat, mini coach to the starting point, the embarking of the basket, the pilot, the team that followed us to our landing point, the host and Mirna - all just magnificent.
Written July 28, 2024
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Lilou2w
3 contributions
Dec 2024 • Couples
We book for a sunrise the day before for the next day; finally, after contacting us, informs us that he has no room available and asks me and insists that we cancel. However, in the general conditions it is well indicated that if cancellation at 24h no refund is possible. He then tells me that the refund will be automatic... and no, we had to ask for a refund from the platform.
Non-existent but very average experience that raises doubts about honesty.
Non-existent but very average experience that raises doubts about honesty.
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Written January 7, 2025
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Zubin S
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Nov 2022 • Family
Hi, i am Zubin from India. Me, my wife and my 2 children aged 19 and 14 had a first time experience of Hot air balloon yesterday. It was one of best experiences of our lives and we have travelled all over the world. The ride itself was spectacular but it was arranged equally nicely. We were coordinating with the Mirna, the company representative and she ensured that the entire trip including the hotel pick up and drop etc was done exactly on time and as planned. This experience has ensured that i along with my family need to visit Egypt again in future. God bless
Written November 6, 2022
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Frederick
Fuerth, Germany4 contributions
The tour was generally well-organised where the guide, Mirna met us at our hotel at 4.10 am and took us to the balloon departure area. The flight was smooth and the views of the sunrise along with the contrasting landscapes of the desert and the Nile were breathtaking. A nice experience overall.
Written November 17, 2024
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Paula P
3 contributions
Oct 2022
Very nice experience!
It was our first time on a hot air balloon. It's great!
The person in charge (Mirna) contacted us by WhatsApp for all the details several days before, which was reassuring.
Very good organisation and logistics: pick up at the hotel, crossing the Nile in a small boat (with coffee and a biscuit), mini-bus (van) to the departure place, not forgetting the few safety instructions.
The trip was very pleasant, with beautiful views.
An unforgettable experience.
The team offered us a video (15 USD) edited the same day (link sent by WhatsApp in the evening), which we enjoyed.
Totally recommended tour.
Thanks to all the team
It was our first time on a hot air balloon. It's great!
The person in charge (Mirna) contacted us by WhatsApp for all the details several days before, which was reassuring.
Very good organisation and logistics: pick up at the hotel, crossing the Nile in a small boat (with coffee and a biscuit), mini-bus (van) to the departure place, not forgetting the few safety instructions.
The trip was very pleasant, with beautiful views.
An unforgettable experience.
The team offered us a video (15 USD) edited the same day (link sent by WhatsApp in the evening), which we enjoyed.
Totally recommended tour.
Thanks to all the team
Written October 28, 2022
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Nicole R
6 contributions
Mar 2023 • Couples
Trip was amazing we did not departure before sunrise and we wasted a bit of time with the authorization however after seeing all the work these people have to be able to provide this experience the price indicated is really amazing. Very pleased ! Would suggest to take this tour instead of paying 100€+ for the exact same.
Written March 8, 2023
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ballonA few questions. 1) We will be on a cruise ship, docking at the port. Is it possible to pick us up at the cruise port? 2) What time can we get back from the balloon ride? 3) Do you have an email address where we can contact you? We don't have a local phone to use to call you. We have five people and plan to do it on Feb -9, 2025.. Thanks.
Written February 4, 2025
The whole tour includes pick up ..I was picked up at 3 50am for a 4am feluca across the Nile and then picked up and taken to the site near Hatshepsut Temple ...I used Salem Tours ...via Get your Guide ...its sometimes cheaper to book with Viator or Get your Guide OR Trip Advisor rather than from cruise ship ....enjoy and be prepared from anything from a 15 minute flight to an hour ...dependant how the wind takes you .....and the wind needs stay over the west ...
Written February 5, 2025
Hi, we are wanting to do the hot air balloon sunrise tour but we then want to proceed on to The Valley of the kings! Does anyone know if the launch point is on that side of the nile and if we can go from there after the tour rather than back to our hotels, just to return again. Also can you take backpacks on the hot air balloon? If not was the vehicle safely locked with your possessions? Thanks in advance! Can't find anywhere to contact Tour directly
Written July 13, 2022
Hi, the trip is about 35 minutes, you can bring a small back pack but I don´t find it necessary. Instead you should not forget your camera, you can take amazing pictures.
Written July 31, 2022
Hi there,
Our group is 5adults and one kid 3yrs old.
Is the kid ok to do this activity?
Cheers!
Chorita
Written April 22, 2022
Hi! I'm not sure, there were children but I believe they were a little older than 3. I think the tour is safe but maybe you can ask in viator website...I do not know if there are rules about children ages...
Written April 23, 2022
Does this flight pass over Valley of Kings and Temple of Hatshepsut?
Written October 26, 2021
Fue una experiencia increíble, la recogida es muy temprano pero vale muchísimo la pena a nosotros no gusto muchísimo y el guía fue excelente
La mejor manera de apreciar el esplendor de Luxor
Vale la pena llevar binoculares !!!!!
Written September 3, 2021
Hi I have a flight at 9;55 am at Luxor airport do you think if I do the tour I can arrive at 8:00 at the airport? Thank you
Written June 2, 2021
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