Hot air balloon rides over Luxor, Egypt. Sunrise skies, ancient landscapes and a morning you will always remember.
Watch the Nile Valley change with the early light. Our sunrise option covers the first morning waves; basket departures can be a few minutes apart. We confirm your arrangements before the flight.
Enjoy the same extraordinary West Bank landscape in brighter morning light. A good option if your plans allow for a later departure. Pickup is still early, with the exact time confirmed in advance.
Flight duration, route and departure are subject to wind, weather and operating approvals. Views of individual monuments and the exact moment of sunrise cannot be guaranteed.
Your flight arrangements include the essential transfers and support. We will confirm the details for your selected option before you book.
Pickup and drop-off within Luxor, with your meeting point confirmed.
Air-conditioned transport and a motorboat crossing where required by the route.
Pre-flight instructions and commentary during the balloon experience.
Water, tea or coffee, with a certificate to remember your flight.
Gratuities and additional tours are not included. Airport pickup and special transfer requests are quoted separately.
Be ready at the meeting point and time confirmed by our team.
Travel to the West Bank, with a river crossing when required, then receive your briefing.
Take in the Nile Valley and the West Bank from above, following the wind's direction.
After landing, return to your accommodation or continue on a separately arranged tour.
From the first message to your return transfer, the details are part of the experience.
Luxor Sky Balloon helps travelers discover Luxor from above and make the most of their time on the ground. We coordinate balloon reservations, hotel and Nile cruise pickups, and clear information before your flight.
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Both options reveal the Nile Valley from above. The difference that matters when planning is the departure window and the morning light.
Read the guide ↗The early alarm is part of the experience. Pickup, transfers and launch preparations all happen before the basket is ready to leave the ground.
Read the guide ↗Knowing the sequence makes a first flight easier to plan. The full outing includes much more than the minutes you spend in the air.
Read the guide ↗Selected traveler reviews from Tripadvisor, in their own words.
Was a great experience, pilot was super nice, would defiantly do it again.
Well organized, smooth pickup & transfer, beautiful sunset views - what more can you say. Recommended
…Zeyad is an amazing guide and the take off and landing was perfect…
Practical answers to help you plan. Contact us with any individual requirements before booking.
We coordinate pickup from hotels, Nile cruises and other accommodation across Luxor's East and West Banks. Some narrow streets require a nearby meeting point. Airport pickup is an extra service.
We send the exact pickup time before your flight, usually in the evening once the operating arrangements are finalized. Pickup commonly falls around 5:00–5:30 AM, but changes with the season and flight schedule.
The flight is generally around 45–60 minutes, with roughly 2–3 hours for pickup, transfers, briefing, flight and return. Share any other tour or departure time so we can check whether the schedule is suitable.
Passengers must be at least 6 years old. Please tell us children's ages before booking. Everyone must be able to board the basket and remain standing during the flight; contact us about any mobility or health requirements.
Wear comfortable clothes and closed shoes. A light extra layer can be useful before sunrise. Bring your camera, and provide the passport details and room number requested by our team for the flight arrangements.
This website is available in English, Spanish, French and Italian. Live commentary on the standard balloon experience is in English. Tell us your preferred guide language for private tours so we can confirm availability and any extra cost.
If the balloon operator cancels due to weather or operating approvals, you may reschedule subject to availability or receive a full refund for the cancelled flight. Refund processing depends on your booking and original payment method.
Yes, we can coordinate a separately arranged tour or transfer after landing. Tell us your full plans before booking. Takeoff and landing times can change, so a tight onward schedule needs to be checked carefully.