Private Luxor Hot Air Balloon, Valley of Kings Tour from Hurghada
Traveler rating
4.6/5
Based on 86 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Private Luxor Hot Air Balloon, Valley of Kings Tour from Hurghada worth booking?
Private Luxor Hot Air Balloon, Valley of Kings Tour from Hurghada is a 16-hour experience in Hurghada, Egypt, from $215 per person. It scores 66 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.6/5 rating across 86 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 66 / 100
- Rating
- 4.6/5 (86)
- Duration
- 16 hours
- From
- $215 per person
A full private journey from Hurghada to Luxor designed for travelers who want to experience the highlights of Luxor in one day. Begin with an early hot air balloon flight, continue with guided visits to ancient landmarks including Valley of the Kings, Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut, Karnak Temple and Colossi of Memnon, then enjoy lunch and a short felucca ride on the Nile before returning comfortably to Hurghada with your private guide and driver.
What you get
About this experience
A full private journey from Hurghada to Luxor designed for travelers who want to experience the highlights of Luxor in one day. Begin with an early hot air balloon flight, continue with guided visits to ancient landmarks including Valley of the Kings, Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut, Karnak Temple and Colossi of Memnon, then enjoy lunch and a short felucca ride on the Nile before returning comfortably to Hurghada with your private guide and driver.
What's included
Included
- Felucca ride on the Nile
- Entrance fees to all mentioned sites
- Lunch
- Private air-conditioned transportation
- Breakfast
- Sunrise hot air balloon flight
- Private Egyptologist guide
Not included
- Drinks during breakfast and lunch
- Tips
What you'll see and do
Hurghada
Begin with a midnight pickup from your hotel in Hurghada for the overnight journey to Luxor. Upon arrival, enjoy breakfast at a local restaurant, where the balloon company will collect you for your sunrise flight. After landing, your private guide will be waiting to begin the full Luxor sightseeing tour.
240 minutes here
Enjoy a sunrise hot air balloon flight over Luxor, where the first light reveals ancient temples, the Nile, green fields, and desert landscapes. This one-hour flight offers one of the most unforgettable panoramic views in Egypt.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Valley of the Kings
Explore the royal burial site of ancient Egypt, where remarkable tombs preserve vivid colors, detailed carvings, and stories of powerful pharaohs across centuries.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Temple of Hatshepsut
Visit the remarkable temple of Queen Hatshepsut, built into dramatic cliffs and admired for its elegant terraces and unique ancient design.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Colossi of Memnon
Stop at the famous giant statues of Amenhotep III, standing for centuries as one of Luxor’s most iconic photo points.
10 minutes here
Luxor
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, followed by a short felucca ride on the Nile for a relaxing view of Luxor from the water.
120 minutes here
The Karnak Temple
Discover Egypt’s largest temple complex, filled with massive columns, sacred avenues, and extraordinary ancient inscriptions.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Hurghada
Return comfortably to Hurghada after a full day of history, culture, and unforgettable views in Luxor.
240 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, ru, en, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Legacy Tour
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- 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
- Please note that children under 6 years old are not permitted to ride the hot air balloon for safety reasons.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 86 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
5 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
3 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Organization
3 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Small groups
3 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Traveler reviews
86 verified traveler reviews for Private Luxor Hot Air Balloon, Valley of Kings Tour from Hurghada. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
NOT Recommended
Planning ahead for our trip in September we booked this trip a coupe of months ago. The week before our trip I emailed the company for confirmation that everything was in hand and as planned. Alarm bells started ringing when, a few days before our trip I received a text to say we were being picked up from our hotel at 4.30am. I expressed my concern over this as we were due to go on a sunrise balloon trip. I immediately received a reply saying that the previous message had been sent in error and that we would be picked up at 11pm the previous night as originally scheduled. good, all back on track. Three days later I received a text to say that all balloon flights were cancelled (and had been since June) and that my trip would go ahead with out this with a 4.30am start (clearly the previous text had not been sent in error!) We were offered a partial refund of $120 against an original trip cost of over £400, this seemed a paltry offer since the balloon trip was the major attraction of the trip. Luckily we were in time to cancel the adjusted trip and rebooked with another company for an equivalent trip (less the balloon ride) for less than £200. What has really annoyed me isn't the fact that the balloon ride was cancelled, this was outside of the company's control, it's the fact that they had prior knowledge that it may not go ahead and at no point did they advise us of this. It's quite obvious that the text advising of the 4.30am start took into account the lack of balloon ride but they tried to cover this us by saying it was sent in error. I believe they thought we would just take the partial refund and go on the remainder of the trip I cannot recommend this company due to their lack of transparency in their dealings. Why they continued to advertise the balloon trip during July and August when it has been suspended by the Egyptian government is beyond me, perhaps Tripadvisor can look into this as I would consider it fraudulent. If Tripadvisor would like screen shots of my conversations proving any of the above I am happy to share with them.
via Tripadvisor
Short Felucca Ride On The Nile
The felucca ride on the Nile was a calm part of the itinerary, but it was quite short and did not offer much beyond a brief change of pace. The scenery was pleasant, yet the experience lacked depth or additional explanation. It felt more like a symbolic inclusion rather than a fully developed activity. Traveling as a couple, we hoped for a slightly longer and more engaging ride.
Response from the operator: Thank you for your feedback. Unfortunately, after reviewing our booking and operational records, we have been unable to identify any verified traveler matching the experience described in this review. We have successfully operated hundreds of this exact tour and the experience described here does not reflect the feedback we consistently receive from our genuine guests. For this reason, we do not believe this review represents a genuine customer experience with our company.
via Tripadvisor
Fantastic unforgettable
The balloon was cancelled as it was too windy but the rest of the trip was excellent. A taxi and guide just for the two of us all day.
Response from the operator: Thank you for your gracious feedback. It was truly an honor to have the opportunity to support you on your journey. Your satisfaction is our utmost priority, and we are always here to help in any way we can. We will be delighted to welcome you back again soon
via Tripadvisor
Private tour review H seabert
This tour was amazing from start to finish. Samir is extremely knowledgeable and made the experience brilliant. Well worth the money and would highly recommend it. Thanks Samir for an unforgettable day.
Response from the operator: Thank you for your gracious feedback. It was truly an honor to have the opportunity to support you on your journey. Your satisfaction is our utmost priority, and we are always here to help in any way we can. We will be delighted to welcome you back again soon
via Tripadvisor
Perfectin from start to finish
What a day .. if you’re thinking about this trip don’t hesitate to book it, what a fantastic day … Mahmoud picked us up at 11.30 pm & we were well looked after during the overnight trip arriving in Luxor at 4am We had Breakfast at Africa rooftop restaurant next to the Nile & were the only people there food was freshly cooked on our arrival & tea was delicious. The balloon bus picked us up at 5 ‘ we were taken to the balloon site which seemed like organised chaos but you soon realise that it works extremely well & every is taken care of The balloon trip was amazing, totally blew me away l, magical watching the sunrise over a beautifully stunning sunrise &’lasted around 45 mins We then got dropped off to Samira our guide … Lovely Lady who didn’t just guide us but”immersed” us in local history throughput the day …& took us to another Temple because w didn’t want to do the alabaster & perfume thing.. Lunch was another rooftop restaurant & local food was tasty & service good….. we were the only ones on the Nile boat trip (called the Titanic but not an iceberg in site) & then we said goodbye to Samira & I’d personally recommend requesting her for your guide, very proud Egyptian Lady professional & friendly a real credit to her self & this beautiful Country, and were back in Hurghada for 4pm…. Absolutely amazing day & Legacy tours should be applauded for having such a fine team of people providing a quality of experience for us humble travelers to this beautiful Country
Response from the operator: Thank you for your gracious feedback. It was truly an honor to have the opportunity to support you on your journey. Your satisfaction is our utmost priority, and we are always here to help in any way we can. We will be delighted to welcome you back again soon
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 16 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $215 to $285
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 30
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by Legacy Tour, who run 16 experiences we rank across 5 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 56.6.
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Private Luxor Hot Air Balloon, Valley of Kings Tour from Hurghada: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Hurghada.
How much does Private Luxor Hot Air Balloon, Valley of Kings Tour from Hurghada cost?
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Prices start at $215 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Hurghada usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Private Luxor Hot Air Balloon, Valley of Kings Tour from Hurghada take?
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Plan for about 16 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 Hurghada is not rushed.
Is Private Luxor Hot Air Balloon, Valley of Kings Tour from Hurghada worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 66 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.6/5 across 86 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Hurghada, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Private Luxor Hot Air Balloon, Valley of Kings Tour from Hurghada?
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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 Private Luxor Hot Air Balloon, Valley of Kings Tour from Hurghada suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 16-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private Luxor Hot Air Balloon, Valley of Kings Tour from Hurghada?
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Around 30 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 Hurghada 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 Hurghada and add a light layer if any part of the 16-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Luxor Hot Air Balloon, Valley of Kings Tour from Hurghada 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 Hurghada 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 Hurghada?
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On Outty we rank every Hurghada experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Hurghada Diving Adventure one Day with two Dives Boat Trip, Hurghada to Cairo: Pyramids & Museum for First-Time Visitors, Hurghada Scuba Diving Full Day Boat Trip With Lunch & Transfer. 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 Hurghada?
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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 Hurghada?
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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 Private Luxor Hot Air Balloon, Valley of Kings Tour from Hurghada?
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Included: Felucca ride on the Nile; Entrance fees to all mentioned sites; Lunch; Private air-conditioned transportation; and Breakfast. Not included: Drinks during breakfast and lunch; and Tips. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Private Luxor Hot Air Balloon, Valley of Kings Tour from Hurghada include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 325 listed pickup locations in and around Hurghada. Be ready about 10 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Private Luxor Hot Air Balloon, Valley of Kings Tour from Hurghada offered in?
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It is offered in German, Russian, English, Italian, French and Spanish. 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 Private Luxor Hot Air Balloon, Valley of Kings Tour from Hurghada?
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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 Private Luxor Hot Air Balloon, Valley of Kings Tour from Hurghada 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 Private Luxor Hot Air Balloon, Valley of Kings Tour from Hurghada 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 Private Luxor Hot Air Balloon, Valley of Kings Tour from Hurghada?
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Across 86 reviews averaging 4.6 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, photo opportunities. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
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