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Experience the magic of Luxor in one unforgettable day from Hurghada. Begin with a sunrise hot air balloon flight over the Nile and ancient temples, then continue with guided visits to Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut, Colossi of Memnon and Karnak Temple. With breakfast, lunch, expert guidance, and seamless organization, this journey combines adventure, history, and unforgettable views in one extraordinary day.
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Hurghada
Begin with a midnight pickup from your hotel in Hurghada in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle. Upon arrival in Luxor, enjoy breakfast at a local restaurant before the balloon company transfers you to the launch site for your sunrise hot air balloon flight. After landing, your guide will be waiting to begin the visits to Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut, Colossi of Memnon and Karnak Temple before lunch and return to Hurghada.
Enjoy a sunrise hot air balloon flight above Luxor, where panoramic views reveal the Nile, temples, desert, and green fields as the morning light transforms the landscape.
Breakfast before balloon flight
Lunch
Air-conditioned transportation from Hurghada and return
Professional Egyptologist guide
All entrance tickets for mentioned sightseeing
Sunrise hot air balloon ride
Beverages are served during breakfast, lunch, at the restaurant
Tips
Select a pickup point
Pickup included
11 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Z6141PZnicolew,May 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
We had an absolutely incredible full-day tour to Luxor from Hurghada. From the very early morning collection to the end of the trip, everything was organised brilliantly and we felt very well looked after throughout. Professor Ahmed Elsisi was exceptionally knowledgeable, professional and passionate about Egyptian history, making every stop fascinating and engaging. Our driver, Mohammad Nassar, was also excellent — attentive, friendly and made the long journey very comfortable and smooth. Lunch, snacks and drinks throughout the day were all very much appreciated and added to the experience. We also loved the extra additions to the tour, including learning about traditional papyrus paper making, visiting an authentic local artists’ house, and taking a beautiful boat trip on the Nile. It was a very early start, but completely worth it. A truly unforgettable experience and one we would highly recommend to anyone visiting Egypt.



stevewats0n10,May 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Fantastic tour, collected on time, sensible driving and so much great information! Highly recommended tour - many thanks to Professeor Ahmed Elsisi & Mohammad Nassar






313milesw,Apr 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
I couldn’t recommend this experience enough to anyone travelling to Egypt. Ahmed was a fantastic guide — knowledgeable, engaging, and clearly passionate about every site we visited. As it was our last day in Egypt, he was more than happy to go at our pace, and because it was just me and my partner, the whole tour felt personal and relaxed. It really was a brilliant day. The only small area for improvement lies with the organisation before meeting our guide. A clear, step‑by‑step itinerary from the tour company would make a huge difference. Something like: - You will be picked up by a driver in a car - You will be driven directly to Luxor on your own - You will meet X person at X restaurant - You will wait approximately X minutes - You will then meet X person and join a minibus with a new group for the balloon site - After the balloon trip, you will transfer to another minibus that will take you to your guide Having this information upfront would give travellers peace of mind, especially when things feel hectic, you’re unsure who you’re meant to be with, and there may be a slight language barrier. It would simply make the morning run more smoothly. That said, none of this takes away from how excellent Ahmed was. Once the balloon trip was finished and we met him, we could finally relax and enjoy the day fully. One thing we both loved was how he asked us questions throughout his explanations — it made us feel involved and engaged rather than just listening passively. If you choose this tour, you genuinely won’t be disappointed.




kathryne358,Apr 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Amazing experience! Extremely knowledgeable and friendly, made the trip easy and fun. Lunch was amazing and the Nile boat ride to end the day!
Fone66,Apr 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Our first time in Egypt and wanted to see and learn more about the valley of the Kings and Egyptian History. Professor Ahmed Elsisi was very knowledgeable and has worked with the British and American teams exploring the Valley of the Kings. He gave us helpful insights on the Ancient Egyptian view of life and death and mummification. Ahmed used his experience to try and avoid the crowds as well as give us a great tour. Fascinating to learn how Egyptian craftsman work with alabaster. After a traditional lunch a boat ride on the Nile was a great experience. Mr Abanob safely drove us to and from Luxor with great skill - Egyptian driving is not the same as driving in the UK! Thanks to you both for a wonderful day.
Jacqueline M,Apr 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Excellent experience - the hot air balloon was fantastic (so well organised and much easier than I expected with my fear of heights!). Special mention to our fabulous and funny guide Professor Ahmed Elsisi who not only informed but also entertained us across the valley of the kings. Brilliant!

Muhamad H,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Our driver picked us up right on time, and the journey was calm, quiet, and very comfortable. One of our absolute favourite parts of the day was the hot air balloon ride, it was an unforgettable experience. Exploring Karnak Temple with our wonderful tour guide, Samira, was another highlight. Seeing the model first and then experiencing it in person with her insightful explanations really brought everything to life. This day would have been completely different without a guide, and we’re so grateful to have had such a knowledgeable and engaging one.
laurenmf96,Mar 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Amazing day with professor Ahmed Elsisi as our private tour guide! He was extremely knowledgeable about everything, and him and our driver took us here there and everywhere all over Luxor. We ended the day with a short little boat ride on the river Nile which was lovely, and the day went super smooth and we learned a lot. This day would have been extremely different without a guide! Highly recommend anyone looking for a private group tour to book with Ahmed Elsisi! Thank you 🙏



DayTrip49403531324,Mar 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Overall a very good experience. We were picked up on time by our driver at our hotel in Hurghada. He brought us to Luxor where we met professor Ahmed Elsisi, who has a lot of knowledge on Egyptology. The two of them brought us everywhere, from valley of the kings to the temples and bout tour, where they would arrange the tickets for us. I would highly recommend this private experience if you don’t want to visit these sites in a big group and want to hear from someone very knowledgeable on the subject.





lizzo2026,Mar 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
We had an amazing tour to Luxor and everything was perfectly organized from start to finish. The whole trip ran very smoothly and we didn’t have to worry about anything. A special thank you to our guide, Professor Ahmed Elsisi, our guide and Egyptologist. His knowledge about ancient Egypt was truly impressive. He explained everything in a very clear and engaging way, and we learned so much during the tour. The information he shared made all the temples and historical sites come alive. He was also very friendly, professional, and happy to answer all our questions, which made the experience even better. Thanks to him, the tour was not only beautiful but also incredibly educational. We highly recommend this Luxor tour to anyone visiting Egypt. Everything was super well arranged and it was an unforgettable experience!

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