Hot Air Balloons Ride Luxor Egypt
Luxor, Egypt

Hot Air Balloons Ride Luxor Egypt

Outty Ranking 78 4.8 · 312 traveler reviews2 hoursFrom $62
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Outty Ranking

78/100

Strongly Recommended. Our proprietary evaluation. How we score

Traveler rating

4.8/5

Based on 312 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

Quick answer

Is Hot Air Balloons Ride Luxor Egypt worth booking?

Hot Air Balloons Ride Luxor Egypt is a 2-hour experience in Luxor, Egypt, from $62 per person. It scores 78 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 312 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
78 / 100
Rating
4.8/5 (312)
Duration
2 hours
From
$62 per person

Known as Egypt's open air museum, Luxor offers visitors the chance to experience the ancient world at its temples, monuments, and tombs. But few visitors get to see these historic sights from the sky. On this unparalleled hot air balloon adventure, see Luxor from high above the desert, and snap stunning photos in the morning light as you soar through the sky. afety is our #1 priority for passengers and crewmembers, with over 30 years in business and zero accidents under our belt! We are also ranked the #1 Hot Air Balloon Ride in Luxor for over 10 years, with a 5-star rating. • Tour luxor in a hot air balloon on this excursion with stunning desert views • Travel by motorboat to the West Bank, and stay in the air for about an hour • Start with a light breakfast, and snap unparalleled photos from the air • Get around easily with pickup and drop-off, from your Luxor hotel, included Full refund if cancellation happened, Some fees charges in vip service

What you get

    About this experience

    Known as Egypt's open air museum, Luxor offers visitors the chance to experience the ancient world at its temples, monuments, and tombs. But few visitors get to see these historic sights from the sky. On this unparalleled hot air balloon adventure, see Luxor from high above the desert, and snap stunning photos in the morning light as you soar through the sky. afety is our #1 priority for passengers and crewmembers, with over 30 years in business and zero accidents under our belt! We are also ranked the #1 Hot Air Balloon Ride in Luxor for over 10 years, with a 5-star rating. • Tour luxor in a hot air balloon on this excursion with stunning desert views • Travel by motorboat to the West Bank, and stay in the air for about an hour • Start with a light breakfast, and snap unparalleled photos from the air • Get around easily with pickup and drop-off, from your Luxor hotel, included Full refund if cancellation happened, Some fees charges in vip service

    What's included

    Included

    • Hot air Balloon flight.
    • All taxes, fees , handling charges.
    • Flight certificate.
    • Transfer by air-conditioned bus
    • Motor boat to transfer to the West Bank (sometimes)
    • Pick up from hotel/port and drop off.
    • Live tour commentary provided in English

    Not included

    • Gratuities

    What you'll see and do

    1. Luxor

      Experience the enchantment of Luxor with a sunrise hot air balloon trip. As dawn breaks, you soar above the historic city, witnessing the temples of Karnak and Luxor gleaming in the early light. The Nile River shimmers below, reflecting the beauty of the surrounding landscape. The Valley of the Kings and Queens come alive as the sun unveils their intricate details. Drift peacefully in the gentle breeze, capturing the essence of ancient Egypt from a unique perspective. After an hour of flight, you descend to a luxurious breakfast amidst the Egyptian countryside, relishing the memories of this awe-inspiring journey.

      45 minutes here

    Where it starts and ends

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.

    Options you can book

    • Private Balloon Basket - VIP

      Top VIP Service: Avoid mingling with people you don't know by booking a completely private balloon flight for you and your own balloon Basket. Private Balloon Basket - VIP: • Enjoy Balloon Private Basket trip with vip service. • Private guide during the trip • Private Car • Private Boat Duration: 45 minutes: 45 minutes flying in sky. pickup and drop off process take around 90 minutes plus the 45 minutes flying in sky. Special Breakfast : • Espresso / Cappuccino / English Tea. • Served with French Croissant. • Snacks and Fruits after trip. Pickup included

    • Sunrise Trip with VIP Services

      VIP Balloon Trip: • Enjoy Balloon Sunrise Trip with premium service. • Private guide during the trip. • Private Car. • Private Boat. Duration: 45 minutes: 45 minutes flying in sky Special Breakfast : • Espresso / Cappuccino / English Tea. • Served with French Croissant. • Snacks and Fruits after trip. why VIP Services:: Save your valuable time on a premium balloon ride, avoiding wasting time with a private car service and a private guide. Pickup included

    • Balloon Trip After Sunrise

      Trip after Sunrise : Take your time to sleep, no need to wake up, your flight will be after sunrise Duration: 50 minutes: 50 minutes flying in sky. plus pickup and drop off process take around 90 minutes. Breakfast : tea and Coffee served with cake Pickup included

    • Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Trip

      Sunrise Balloon Trip : Enjoy watching Sunrise From sky Duration: 45 minutes: 45 minutes Flying in Sky. plus pickup and drop off process take around 90 minutes. Breakfast: Tea and coffee served with cake include pickup/ drop off Pickup included

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Egypt Tours Travel

    Know before you go

    • 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

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 312 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    Organization

    6 mentions

    Pickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.

    Photo opportunities

    5 mentions

    The views and photo stops come up again and again.

    Value for money

    3 mentions

    Travelers feel they got more than they paid for.

    Pace and timing

    2 mentions

    Several reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.

    Traveler reviews

    312 verified traveler reviews for Hot Air Balloons Ride Luxor Egypt. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    4 star
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    petecR5870DZ · October 2026

    Sunrise Baloon Ride

    Excellent experience. Smooth pick up and drop off. Good contact and communications. Baloon ride well organised and great scenery, good length too. Good value for for money would highly recommend

    Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your wonderful review! 😊 We’re absolutely delighted to hear that you had such a fantastic hot air balloon experience in Luxor.

    via Tripadvisor

    Tsibo_P · May 2026

    Views of the valley

    A nice way to start the day with amazing views over the valley. The sunrise option was great. We were picked up from our cruise and all went well.

    Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re delighted that you enjoyed the sunrise experience and the beautiful views over the valley. We’re also happy that everything went smoothly with your pickup from the cruise. For our guests’ convenience, we provide private transfer services to and from both hotels and Nile Cruises, making it easy to enjoy your excursions comfortably from start to finish. Thank you for choosing us, and we hope to welcome you again for another unforgettable experience in Egypt! 🇪🇬❤️ The Egyptours Team

    via Viator

    Valeria A · May 2026

    Amazing

    Amazing experience. Seeing the temples, the Nile, and the desert from the hot air balloon was even more impressive than in the pictures. Everything was very well organized, safe, and the views were absolutely spectacular. Highly recommended.

    Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your wonderful review! 😊 We’re delighted that you enjoyed the breathtaking views of Luxor’s temples, the Nile, and the desert from above. Your safety and satisfaction are always our top priorities. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you again for another unforgettable experience in Egypt!

    via Tripadvisor

    romandY8835NH · May 2026

    Nice experience 😍

    😍😍😍 It was absolutely beautiful! A magnificent experience that is truly worth every penny. ​Plus, the price here is incredibly cheap compared to anywhere else in the world, making it an absolute bargain. You absolutely cannot miss this extraordinary opportunity to have such an unforgettable experience!

    Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your fantastic review! 😊 We’re thrilled that you found the experience so beautiful and worthwhile. We’re proud to offer this unforgettable adventure in Luxor at an excellent value, allowing more travelers to enjoy the magic of a hot air balloon ride over ancient Egypt. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you again!

    via Tripadvisor

    Sunshine36026441884 · April 2026

    A top five lifetime experience

    Insane experience! It’s so ridiculously quiet up there and it felt so safe too 👏 Our pick up was 420am and he found our villa (off the beaten track) no problem at 430am with a text message to keep us up to date with timings. That’s important because when you’re standing in the dark air outside your hotel without a soul around you do feel exposed. We picked up about 4-5 more couples from other hotels and we drove to the field of about 35 balloons. What a magnificent sight! Sunrise has not quite happened yet but the area is already filled with activity and a fierce roar of helium coupled with the flames is a feast for the senses. 100’s of local men are either filling their balloons with air, prepping baskets, coordinating transit vans, taking photos/videos or 500 guests are getting ready to line up with their weight balanced and take off before the sun rises. You can feel the . the urgency because the sun waits for no one. Once in the air, it’s surreal. Our captain Mohammed showed us how we reached 1,600feet and how the valley of the kings was below us. The Nile snaked through the desert terrain and the mist hung above it like a scarf. 45 minutes in the air and it was another world. I absolutely loved it and it’s up there in my top five experiences of all time. That includes flying over Victoria falls in a 4 seater plane-Climbing Kilimanjaro-safaris galore-living in Paris and shooting fashion in Marlon Brandon’s house, LA! Great company 👏👏👏 Great transit ✅✅✅ Safe balloon flight 👏👏👏 Great price✅✅✅ 🩵🩵🩵

    Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your amazing review! 🩵🎈 Our success comes from a professional, dedicated team, from our highly skilled pilot to every member of our ground crew. Every detail is carefully coordinated to ensure a safe, smooth, and unforgettable experience. We’re delighted we made your top five lifetime experiences!

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    2 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $62 to $610
    Hotel pickup
    Included for all travelers
    Booked in 30 days
    109
    Verdict
    Strongly Recommended

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Egypt Tours Travel, who run 6 experiences we rank across 3 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 59.1.

    See everything Egypt Tours Travel runs

    Why this scores 78

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)86
    Review evidence (18% weight)100
    Booking momentum (14% weight)100
    Value for money (12% weight)0
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)44
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Hot Air Balloons Ride Luxor Egypt: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Luxor.

    How much does Hot Air Balloons Ride Luxor Egypt cost?

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    Prices start at $62 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Luxor usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Hot Air Balloons Ride Luxor Egypt take?

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    Plan for about 2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Luxor is not rushed.

    Is Hot Air Balloons Ride Luxor Egypt worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 78 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 312 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Luxor, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Hot Air Balloons Ride Luxor Egypt?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Hot Air Balloons Ride Luxor Egypt suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Hot Air Balloons Ride Luxor Egypt?

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    Around 109 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Luxor can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Luxor and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Hot Air Balloons Ride Luxor Egypt start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Luxor within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Luxor?

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    On Outty we rank every Luxor experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Private Half day Tour to West bank, Private Half Day Luxor Tour Valley of Kings & Queens, Hatshepsut, Full Day Tour of Luxor private. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Luxor?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Luxor?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in Hot Air Balloons Ride Luxor Egypt?

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    Included: Hot air Balloon flight; All taxes, fees , handling charges; Flight certificate; Transfer by air-conditioned bus; and Motor boat to transfer to the West Bank (sometimes). Not included: Gratuities. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Does Hot Air Balloons Ride Luxor Egypt include hotel pickup?

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    Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 156 listed pickup locations in and around Luxor. Be ready about 15 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.

    What languages is Hot Air Balloons Ride Luxor Egypt offered in?

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    It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Hot Air Balloons Ride Luxor Egypt?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    Is Hot Air Balloons Ride Luxor Egypt wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Not recommended for pregnant travelers. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Hot Air Balloons Ride Luxor Egypt if the weather is bad?

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    This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.

    What do travelers say about Hot Air Balloons Ride Luxor Egypt?

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    Across 312 reviews averaging 4.8 out of 5, recurring themes include organization, photo opportunities, value for money. Pickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly. One thing to know: Several reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.

    What booking options are available for Hot Air Balloons Ride Luxor Egypt?

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    There are 4 options to choose from, including Private Balloon Basket - VIP, Sunrise Trip with VIP Services, Balloon Trip After Sunrise, Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Trip. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.

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