Luxor Private Tour: 2-Day Exploration with Balloon Ride, Light Show from Cairo by Plane
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Experience the wonders of Luxor on a private 2-day tour from Cairo. Explore ancient tombs, temples, and monuments with a private guide, sail the Nile on a traditional felucca, ride a camel, and take a hot air balloon ride. Includes flights, transfers, meals, and accommodation.
Duration: 2 days
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights

CAIRO TO LUXOR BY PLANE,WEST BANK OF LUXOR,SOUND AND LIGHT SHOW

Valley of the Kings - Valley of the Kings, also known as “The Valley of the Gates of the Kings”, is a valley in Egypt that was used for 500 years during the period between the sixteenth and eleventh centuries BC to construct tombs for the pharaohs and nobles of the modern state extending during the eighteenth dynasties to the twentieth dynasty in ancient Egypt. The valley on the west bank of the Nile River facing Thebes (Luxor now) in the heart of the ancient funerary city of Thebes. The Valley of the Kings is divided into two valleys; The Eastern Valley (where most of the royal tombs are located) and the Western Valley. And with the discovery of the last burial chamber in 2006, known as (Cemetery 63), in addition to the discovery of two other entrances to the same chamber during 2008.

Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahari - Temple of Hatshepsut or the mortuary temple of Hatshepsut is a temple from the Eighteenth Dynasty of Egypt, and the best remaining temples were built about 3500 years ago in Deir el-Bahari, Egypt. It was built by Queen Hatshepsut on the west bank of the Nile opposite to Thebes (the capital of ancient Egypt and the seat of the Amun worship) (Luxor today). The Temple of Hatshepsut is distinguished by its unique architectural design, in comparison to the Egyptian temples that were built on the eastern bank of the Nile at Thebes. The temple consists of three successive floors with open terraces. The temple was built of limestone, and in front of the second floor columns were erected limestone statues of the god Osiris and Queen Hatshepsut in a beautiful distribution. Originally, those statues were colored, and now only some monuments remain of the colors, and some statues are in very good condition, indicating the elegance and beauty of the temple’s design.

Colossi of Memnon - Colossus of Memnon, known locally as (Al-Kulsat or Salamat), is two huge statues, built around the year 1350 BC, which are all that remains of a temple built in memory of Pharaoh Amenhotep III, who ruled Egypt during the eighteenth dynasty, located in the funeral city of Thebes Located west of the Nile in the present-day city of Luxor, the two identical statues depict Amenhotep III (14th century BC) seated, hands spread on his knees and looking eastward (in fact toward the southeast in modern directions) toward the river. Two short figures are carved on the front of the throne, along with his legs: his wife Tiye and his mother Death M and Ya. The side panels depict the Nile god Habi.
The statues were made from blocks of quartzite sandstone that were quarried from Jabal al-Ahmar (near present-day Cairo) and transported 675 km (420 mi) overland to Thebes (Luxor).

What's Included
  • Hot air balloon trip over the scenic landscapes
  • Door-to-door hotel transfers in Cairo/Giza
  • West and East bank tours in Luxor as per itinerary
  • Luxury accommodation with breakfast at a 4-star Luxor hotel
  • Professional Egyptology guide for insightful explorations
  • Domestic flights between Cairo and Luxor
  • Delicious local meals including two lunches and a traditional Egyptian lunch while sailing
  • Sailing on the Nile in a felucca with qualified sailors
  • Camel ride to discover hidden treasures
  • Visit to the iconic Colossi of Memnon
  • Evening sound and light show for a memorable experience
  • Private air-conditioned transportation throughout
What's Not Included
  • Tipping
  • Entrance fees
  • Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary
Additional Information

Fancy a stylish and hassle-free trip to Luxor from Cairo? Our private overnight journey via private airplane is perfect, ensuring you arrive in Luxor relaxed and rejuvenated. Enjoy private guided tours of Luxor’s landmarks with an Egyptology expert: delve into the mysteries of the Valley of the Kings’ tombs, Hatsheput temple, Karnak Temple, Luxor temple, and more. Experience the majesty of the Nile on a traditional felucca sailboat, ride a camel for an authentic Luxor experience, soar in a hot air balloon, and enjoy a sound and light show. Inclusive of return flight tickets, transfers from your hotel to the airport, lunch for two days, professional tour guide, camel ride, Banana Island visit, felucca sail, a night’s stay in a 4-star hotel with breakfast, tours of west and east banks, and the sound and light show.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Melissatravelsamok
Feb 19, 2023
Melissa Travels Amok with Sphinx of Egypt/Tutor Travel! Wonderful Experience! - I can’t thank my guides Salma and Bassam enough! Just fantastic! I booked the two days/one night trip to Luxor from Cairo and spent the first day and a half with Salma, and the last half of day two with Bassam. Salma was fantastic! She was so patient with all of my questions and extremely knowledgeable, explaining things in detail but making it interesting as well. She made Egyptian history come alive for me! She was patient with all of the photos and videos I paused to take and even offered to take some for me. She did everything possible to make sure our little group was happy, even setting up a last-minute felucca ride for me and another guest. Bassam was also a fantastic guide! I could not have asked for a better person to spend half a day with. He was helpful, accommodating, speaks beautiful English and is very easy to understand. We had extra time between activities so he went above and beyond for me by taking me to several places not on the itinerary. He helped make my experience in Luxor fantastic! Sphinx of Egypt/Tutor Travel is a wonderful company and has customer service that is second-to-none, and go the extra mile to make sure everything is as it should be. For instance, there were a couple of hiccups with small details, but Sphinx of Egypt immediately made everything right as soon as they knew about them. I’ve booked many guided tours and experiences through various services, and I must say you can’t go wrong when you book a tour with Sphinx of Egypt/Tutal Travel. I recommend this company to everyone! You will be very happy, especially if you have Salma or Bassam as your guide! If you found my review helpful, follow Melissa Travels Amok on FB, IG, TikTok and Twitter. Happy travels 😘
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