Luxor from Port Ghalib with Hot Air Balloon – Two-Day Tour Adventure

🗺️ Itinerary

Day 1: Port Ghalib to Luxor – Explore the East Bank

Early Morning – Hotel Pickup from Port Ghalib
Begin your journey with a private air-conditioned transfer from your hotel in Port Ghalib to Luxor. Enjoy scenic views along Safaga Road, with an optional coffee or light breakfast stop en route.

10:00 AM – Arrival in Luxor & Private Guide Introduction
Upon arrival, meet your professional Egyptologist guide to start exploring Luxor’s historic treasures.

Karnak Temple

The monumental Karnak Temple complex, spanning 247 acres, is Egypt’s largest temple site. Comprising three main temples, multiple smaller sanctuaries, and pylons, Karnak was built over 2,000 years by generations of Pharaohs. Discover the spiritual and cultural significance of the site, including the famous Opet Festival.

Luxor Temple

Step into the Luxor Temple, built primarily by Amenhotep III and Ramses II. This sacred site was central to the Opet Festival, symbolizing the divine and earthly unity of the Pharaoh. Walk along the grand avenue and marvel at towering statues and intricate hieroglyphs.

01:00 PM – Lunch with Nile View
Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant overlooking the Nile. Traditional Egyptian dishes like koshari, molokhia, and fresh salads will delight your taste buds.

Check-in – 3-Star Hotel in Luxor
Relax and refresh at your hotel (option to upgrade available).

Evening – Optional Sound and Light Show at Karnak
Experience an optional Sound and Light Show at Karnak Temple, narrating the glorious achievements of Pharaohs and the history of Thebes, with dramatic lighting enhancing the ancient architecture.

Overnight in Luxor

Day 2: Hot Air Balloon & West Bank Exploration

Early Morning – Hot Air Balloon Ride over Luxor
Start the day with a magical hot air balloon trip at sunrise. Enjoy breathtaking aerial views of the Nile, temples, and desert landscape while sipping a complimentary breakfast box.

Valley of the Kings
After landing, visit the Valley of the Kings, the royal necropolis of Egypt’s 18th to 20th Dynasties. Explore tombs of Pharaohs such as Tutankhamun and Ramses II, marveling at the preserved wall paintings and treasures.

Hatshepsut Temple
Discover the Temple of Hatshepsut, an architectural masterpiece carved into Deir el-Bahari cliffs. The multi-tiered terraces and symmetrical ramps honor Egypt’s only female Pharaoh and her lasting legacy.

Colossi of Memnon
View the iconic Colossi of Memnon, two massive 18-meter-tall statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III, crafted from quartzite sandstone and transported 700 km to Luxor.

12:30 PM – Lunch with Nile View
Enjoy a relaxing lunch at a riverside restaurant before concluding your journey.

01:30 PM – Return Transfer to Port Ghalib
Your private vehicle will take you back to Port Ghalib, completing a memorable two-day adventure through Luxor’s treasures.

08:00 PM – Arrival at Port Ghalib