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Hot Air Balloon Rides in Luxor: The 15 Best Dawn Baskets

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Every basket in Luxor lifts inside the same half hour after dawn, so the differences are basket size, pickup time and what happens if the wind grounds the field. These 15 are compared on all three, with prices and flight length.

Hot Air Balloon Ride in Luxor Egypt with Transfers Included - The 4:30 am pickup and West Bank crossing
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Hot Air Balloon Ride in Luxor Egypt with Transfers Included

1.Hot Air Balloon Ride in Luxor Egypt with Transfers Included

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,319 reviews · from $75Our pick

Start around 4:30 am with pickup in an air-conditioned vehicle, a safety briefing, and a sunrise balloon flight over Luxor’s West Bank. An English-speaking guide explains the temples below, while crew members such as Abdo, Yousri, Omar, or Ali may help manage the morning. Group flights hold up to 32 people.

“What a morning. Excellent communication and on time pickup. Our balloon coordinator/guide Yousry, gave us great communications on what to expect and made sure we were prepared for the flight. At the end of the amazing morning fliRead more”

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4-Days Nile Cruise From Aswan To Luxor including Abu Simbel and Hot Air Balloon - Day two: Abu Simbel before the crowds
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4-Days Nile Cruise From Aswan To Luxor including Abu Simbel and Hot Air Balloon

2.4-Days Nile Cruise From Aswan To Luxor including Abu Simbel and Hot Air Balloon

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,142 reviews · from $349

Spend three nights on a five-star Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor, with guided stops at Philae, Abu Simbel, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Luxor Temple, Karnak, and the Valley of the Kings. The tour includes a sunrise hot-air balloon ride, transfers, meals, and an English-speaking Egyptologist guide such as Mohamed Gobran or Saber.

“Our guide Mohamed Gobran was amazing. This cruise is good for people who like a fast paced tour of the Egyptian archeological sites.”

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4-Day 3-Night Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor&Abu Simbel+Balloon - Day one: the High Dam, Philae, and your first night aboard
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4-Day 3-Night Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor&Abu Simbel+Balloon

3.4-Day 3-Night Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor&Abu Simbel+Balloon

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,023 reviews · from $340

Spend three nights aboard a five-star Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor, with guided visits to Philae, Abu Simbel, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Karnak, Luxor Temple, and the West Bank. Guides such as Mohamed Abdo, Hady, and Mido Mosa have earned strong praise for clear explanations and careful organization. Expect early starts, extra entrance fees, and a short sailing window.

“The boat was nice and clean, the cabin a bit tight, but I suppose it's because we were in a triple one (a twin with an extra bed). Such a shame that the fumes would reach the deck all the time while stationed! We opted for the Nubian Village boat trip as an extra, and that ended up being one of the highlights of this trip. Cruising in this small boat at sunset was a big bonus! Very lovely staff, all of them without exception! Always smiling and ready to assist. Mohamed Abdo, our guide, is very sweet, knowledgeable, and accommodating. He had entrance tickets purchased in advance for our…”

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Luxor: Hot Air Balloon Ride over Luxor Relics - The early pickup and crossing to Luxor’s West Bank
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Luxor: Hot Air Balloon Ride over Luxor Relics

4.Hot Air Balloon Ride over Luxor Relics

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,681 reviews · 3 hours · from $88

Rise before dawn for a roughly 30-minute balloon flight over Luxor’s West Bank. You’ll cross the Nile, receive an English safety briefing, and see Hatshepsut’s Temple, the Colossi of Memnon, Habu Temple, and sometimes the Ramesseum. Pilots such as Omar, Bakr, and Abdo have earned strong praise for calm flights and gentle landings.

“Surreal experience, must try for any person coming to Luxor”

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Hurghada: 2-Day Luxor Tour with Hotel, Balloon, & Boat Ride - A sunset felucca ride on the Nile
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Hurghada: 2-Day Luxor Tour with Hotel, Balloon, & Boat Ride

5.2-Day Luxor Tour with Hotel, Balloon, & Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,113 reviews · 2 days · from $270

Leave Hurghada at 5:00 am for Luxor with a private driver and Egyptologist guide. Visit Karnak, Luxor Temple, the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut’s Temple, and the Colossi of Memnon. You’ll also take a felucca ride, camel ride, sunrise balloon flight, and stay one night in a 4-star hotel.

“Hamdy was a perfect guide for our trip he told us a lot about the history of the tempels. The driver Nour El-Din was very kind as well, he brought us safely to all the Locations. Overall we would definitely recommend this tour! 🇳🇱”

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Luxury Sunrise Balloon Ride in Luxor with Hotel Pickup - Watching the balloons prepare for takeoff
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Luxury Sunrise Balloon Ride in Luxor with Hotel Pickup

6.Luxury Sunrise Balloon Ride in Luxor with Hotel Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,104 reviews · from $60

Rise before dawn for a 30-minute hot-air-balloon flight over Luxor, the Nile, and the mountains near the Valley of the Kings. Pickup from your hotel or boat, transfers, taxes, coffee or tea, and a flight certificate are included, though some passengers report missing refreshments or certificates. Expect a large shared basket and weather-dependent departure.

“Pick up was good. Almost didn’t go because of weather. But that’s not their fault. Didn’t get any coffee, tea or flight certificate. Besides that was good over all.”

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Luxor: Morning Hot Air Balloon Ride - The early pickup and crossing to the West Bank
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Luxor: Morning Hot Air Balloon Ride

7.Morning Hot Air Balloon Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 736 reviews · from $55

Start with pickup around 5:30 am, cross the Nile, and rise up to 450 meters above Luxor. Your English-speaking pilot points out the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut’s Temple, and other monuments. The standard flight is after sunrise, while a sunrise upgrade costs $30 per person. Marolla, Ahmed, and Asmaa are praised for clear support.

“Great, you need to be patient because it could take longer than your think waiting for the balloon to be ready and take off”

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Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Over the Historical sites in Luxor - Watching the balloon take shape
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Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Over the Historical sites in Luxor

8.Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Over the Historical sites in Luxor

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 697 reviews · from $75

Leave your Luxor hotel or cruise ship around 3:15 am, cross the Nile, and rise above the Valley of the Kings and Temple of Hatshepsut. The 30 to 45 minute flight reaches an advertised 1,500 feet, with pilots such as Moodi and ground staff including Marolla helping manage the experience. A landing certificate and return transfer are included.

“The pickup was very smooth and we enjoyed the sunrise very much. The pilot was very informative and our ride was very smooth. We also accompanied them for breakfast and that was a very refreshing one. We enjoyed the view and also the party. Overall I would recommend this trip”

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Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride Over Luxor - The 4:30 am start and hotel pickup
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Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride Over Luxor

9.Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride Over Luxor

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 648 reviews · from $90

Start around 4:30 am with hotel pickup, a Nile motorboat crossing, breakfast with tea or coffee, and a sunrise balloon flight over Luxor’s West Bank. You’ll see Hatshepsut’s temple, Medinet Habu, and the Nile from above. The flight lasts about 45 minutes and carries up to 28 people.

“We were picked up sharp at 4:50AM from our hotel. After a rendezvous with the Sindbad crew in the banks of Nile, we were dropped at the launch site in time for the spectacular site of balloons getting inflated in dawn. We were promptly air Read more”

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Sunrise Ballooning Luxor with Transfers Included - The 5:00 a.m. pickup and Nile crossing
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Sunrise Ballooning Luxor with Transfers Included

10.Sunrise Ballooning Luxor with Transfers Included

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 640 reviews · from $58

Start before dawn with pickup from a central Luxor hotel or cruise ship. Cross the Nile, enjoy tea or coffee, hear a safety briefing, then fly for about 45 to 60 minutes over the West Bank. From the basket, you may see Hatshepsut Temple and the Valley of the Kings as the sun rises.

“1st time on a hot air ballon and the landing was so smooth. The crew excellent 10/10. I will do this again and recommend it 100%.”

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Luxor: Hot Air Balloon Ride with Full-Day Sights Tour - The west bank begins with royal tombs
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Luxor: Hot Air Balloon Ride with Full-Day Sights Tour

11.Hot Air Balloon Ride with Full-Day Sights Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 630 reviews · 9 hours · from $104

Start before dawn with a hot-air-balloon flight over Luxor, the Valley of the Kings, and Nile Valley. Then visit the west and east bank sights with a guide such as Abdallah, Hamdi, or Sayed Salim. Entry fees and lunch cost extra, and the day can run longer than nine hours.

“Capt. Osman is an experienced balloon pilot. Take off and landing were very smooth. He also explained the historical along the way”

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One Package Hot Air Balloon with Best of Luxor Full Day Tour - The Colossi of Memnon: a quick first stop
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One Package Hot Air Balloon with Best of Luxor Full Day Tour

12.One Package Hot Air Balloon with Best of Luxor Full Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 626 reviews · from $89

Begin before sunrise with a 35 to 60 minute balloon flight over Luxor, crossing the Nile by motorboat before exploring both banks by private car. Guides such as Hassan, Khaled, or Mohammed may lead the sightseeing day. Entrance tickets, lunch, and King Tut’s tomb cost extra, so budget carefully.

“The Hot air balloon experience was amazing. Kudos to those young men. P.S. I’m still waiting for my video/ photos. However the tour that followed was something else. I was very disappointed with Dr. Mo, and I did not have the best expeRead more”

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Luxury Hot Air Balloon Riding in Luxor - The pre-dawn pickup and Nile crossing
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Luxury Hot Air Balloon Riding in Luxor

13.Luxury Hot Air Balloon Riding in Luxor

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 616 reviews · from $31Best value

Start before dawn with hotel or cruise pickup, a motorboat crossing to Luxor’s West Bank, and a 45 to 75-minute balloon flight. From the basket, you’ll look over Hatshepsut Temple, the Valley of the Kings, fields, desert, and Luxor Temple. Dr Mo and pilot Ibram are among the guides named in customer feedback.

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️! Wow! The team did an excellent job with communication and ensuring my family was safe! The views were incredible! My family will never forget this trip and unique experience. 🫡 Highly recommended!”

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4-Day 3-Night Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor including Abu Simbel, Air Balloon - Day one: Aswan High Dam, Philae, and your first night aboard
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4-Day 3-Night Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor including Abu Simbel, Air Balloon

14.4-Day 3-Night Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor including Abu Simbel, Air Balloon

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 612 reviews · from $329

Sail three nights from Aswan to Luxor with meals, an Egyptology guide, Abu Simbel, Philae, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Luxor Temple, Karnak, and Luxor’s West Bank. The sunrise balloon flight is included, but site entry fees, drinks, and tips are extra. Guides may include Mohamed Gobran, Mahmoud, or Ahmed Shawky Ali.

“This trip could have been a real highlight for our stay in Egypt, but a number of factors made us feel really disappointed. The first negative point is our to guide Mustafa. One of the first things he asked from us was $15 in tips per person. It becRead more”

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From Aswan: 3-Day Cruise to Luxor with Hot Air Balloon - Day one: Abu Simbel, then the river
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From Aswan: 3-Day Cruise to Luxor with Hot Air Balloon

15.3-Day Cruise to Luxor with Hot Air Balloon

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 598 reviews · 3 days · from $1,000

Cruise from Aswan to Luxor for three days and two nights aboard a 5-star boat, with a private cabin, meals, guides, Abu Simbel, Kom Ombo, Edfu, and a packed Luxor sightseeing day. You’ll also ride a horse-drawn carriage and take a 45 to 80-minute hot air balloon flight over the west bank, weather permitting.

“Our guides Hani and mina and Malek are very nice, friendly, well explain. they took their times. It was a wonderful expérience, we really enjoyed it. We recomment it.”

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