Tour Package Featured

2-Day Luxor Sightseeing Tour East And West Bank with Optional Balloon Ride

2-Day Luxor Sightseeing Tour – East & West Bank with Optional Hot Air Balloon

View Gallery Book Now Enquire Now Enquire Now

About 2-Day Luxor Sightseeing Tour East And West Bank with Optional Balloon Ride

Discover Luxor’s East and West Bank in two days, including Karnak, Luxor Temple, Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple and optional hot air balloon.

2-Day Luxor Sightseeing Tour | East & West Bank with Optional Balloon Ride

Tour Overview

Discover the highlights of ancient Thebes on our 2-Day Luxor Sightseeing Tour, exploring both the East and West Banks of the Nile with a professional private Egyptologist guide. This short Luxor tour is ideal for travelers who want to experience the city's most famous ancient temples, royal tombs and monuments while enjoying comfortable transportation and a one-night hotel stay.

On Day 1, explore the magnificent Karnak Temple complex and the impressive Luxor Temple on the East Bank of Luxor. Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant before checking in to your hotel for an overnight stay.

On Day 2, start early with an optional hot air balloon ride over Luxor, offering spectacular views of the Nile Valley and ancient monuments from above. After breakfast, continue to the West Bank to visit the Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut, and Colossi of Memnon. Enjoy lunch before your tour ends in Luxor.

This 2-day Luxor tour combines history, culture and unforgettable scenery and can also be extended or customized as part of a longer Egypt tour package or Nile Cruise itinerary.

Tour Package Details

Duration:2 Days

Cities / Route:Luxor

Primary Start City:Luxor

Languages:English · German · French

Accommodation:mixed

Meals Included:breakfast · lunch

Flexible Itinerary:Available on request

Departure Days

monday · tuesday · wednesday · thursday · friday · saturday · sunday

Timezone: Africa/Cairo

Tour Highlights

Explore the magnificent Karnak Temple
Visit historic Luxor Temple
Discover the royal tombs at the Valley of the Kings
Visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
See the impressive Colossi of Memnon
Enjoy two included lunches
Stay one night at a comfortable Luxor hotel
Optional sunrise hot air balloon ride
Private transportation and professional Egyptologist guide
Explore both the East and West Banks of Luxor

Trip Facilities

WiFi

Swimming Pool

Air Conditioning

Private Bathroom with Shower

TV / Satellite Channels

Lounge & Sun Bar

Dining Room / Restaurant

Safety Deposit Box

Places You'll Visit

2-Day Luxor Sightseeing Tour East And West Bank with Optional Balloon Ride Itinerary

Your 2-Day Luxor Sightseeing Tour begins with pickup from your hotel, train station, airport, or another agreed location in Luxor. Meet your professional Egyptologist guide and begin your exploration of the East Bank of Luxor. Your first visit is to the spectacular Karnak Temple, one of the largest religious complexes ever built. Explore its impressive pylons, courtyards, massive columns and sacred areas while learning about the ancient Egyptian pharaohs who expanded the temple complex over many centuries. Continue to a local restaurant for a delicious Egyptian lunch. After lunch, visit Luxor Temple, located in the heart of modern Luxor. The temple was dedicated to the rejuvenation of kingship and was connected to Karnak Temple by the ancient Avenue of Sphinxes. After completing your East Bank sightseeing, transfer to your hotel for check-in and overnight accommodation in

Overnight: "Luxor."

Accommodation: "4 or 5 Star Hotel"

Meals Included

Lunch

Start your second day early with an optional hot air balloon ride over Luxor. Optional Hot Air Balloon Ride Before sunrise, you will be transferred to the West Bank for your hot air balloon experience. After the necessary preparations, take to the sky and enjoy panoramic views over the Nile Valley, agricultural fields and ancient monuments of Luxor. After landing, return to your hotel for breakfast and prepare for your West Bank sightseeing tour. Your first main visit is the famous Valley of the Kings, the ancient royal necropolis where numerous pharaohs were buried. Explore the fascinating tombs carved into the mountains and learn about ancient Egyptian beliefs concerning the afterlife. Continue to the magnificent Temple of Hatshepsut, dedicated to one of ancient Egypt's most remarkable female rulers. Admire its distinctive terraces and impressive setting beneath the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari. Then stop at the Colossi of Memnon, two enormous stone statues representing Pharaoh Amenhotep III. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before your 2-Day Luxor Sightseeing Tour comes to an end. Your driver will transfer you to your hotel, train station, airport, or another location in Luxor according to your departure arrangements. End of the tour.

Meals Included

Breakfast Lunch

What's Included

Included in Your Journey

Private air-conditioned transportation throughout the tour
Professional English-speaking Egyptologist tour guide
1 night hotel accommodation in Luxor
Hotel breakfast
2 lunches at local restaurants
Hotel pickup and drop-off in Luxor
All transfers by private air-conditioned vehicle
Bottled water during the tours
All service charges and taxes

Not Included

Entrance fees to the sightseeing sites
Hot air balloon ride – optional and available at an additional cost
Personal expenses
Drinks during meals
Gratuities for the guide and driver
Any additional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
Any optional tours
Any items not specifically listed under "What's Included"

Booking Deposit

A deposit is required to confirm this booking.

Pricing & Packages

Choose the pricing option that suits your trip. Prices use USD.

Standard Accommodations

May to August

From: $230

Per Person in Triple Room

USD $230

per adult in a triple share cabin

Per Person in Double Room

USD $250

per adult in a double share cabin

Per Person in Single Room

USD $390

per adult in a single share cabin

Hotels

Luxor

Pyramisa Isisi hotel

★★★★

Luxor

Louts Hotel

★★★★

September to April

From: $260

Per Person in Triple Room

USD $260

per adult in a triple share cabin

Per Person in Double Room

USD $310

per adult in a double share cabin

Per Person in Single Room

USD $410

per adult in a single share cabin

Hotels

Luxor

Pyramisa Isisi hotel

★★★★

Luxor

Louts Hotel

★★★★

Deluxe Accommodations

May to August

From: $390

Per Person in Triple Room

USD $390

per adult in a triple share cabin

Per Person in Double Room

USD $450

per adult in a double share cabin

Per Person in Single Room

USD $650

per adult in a single share cabin

Hotels

Luxor

Stigenberger Palace

★★★★★

Luxor

Sonesta St. George Hotel

★★★★★

September to April

From: $480

Per Person in Triple Room

USD $480

per adult in a triple share cabin

Per Person in Double Room

USD $510

per adult in a double share cabin

Per Person in Single Room

USD $730

per adult in a single share cabin

Hotels

Luxor

Stigenberger Palace

★★★★★

Luxor

Sonesta St. George Hotel

★★★★★

Important Information

Children Policy

0 - 1.99 years: Free of charge 2 - 5.99 years: Pay 25% of tour price 6 - 11.99 years: Pay 50% of tour price 12+ years: Pay full tour price as per adult person Note: Child pricing applies to children who share rooms with their parents (Max 2 child in one room).

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes private transportation, a professional Egyptologist guide, one night hotel accommodation in Luxor, breakfast, two lunches, hotel pickup and drop-off, and bottled water.

No. Entrance fees to the archaeological sites are excluded and are paid separately. This allows travelers flexibility depending on which tombs and sites they wish to enter.

The balloon experience starts very early in the morning, generally before sunrise. The exact pickup time depends on the balloon company's operating schedule and weather conditions.

Hot air balloon flights are subject to weather conditions and operational requirements. Flights may be postponed or canceled if conditions are unsuitable. Your tour operator will coordinate the arrangements and advise you accordingly.

The package includes one night in a comfortable Luxor hotel. The specific hotel can depend on the selected accommodation category and availability at the time of booking.

Yes. The hot air balloon is completely optional. You can enjoy the West Bank sightseeing without taking the balloon ride.

Yes. The tour can be arranged as a private tour, giving you a flexible and comfortable sightseeing experience with your own guide and vehicle.

Yes. The itinerary can be customized according to your interests, hotel location, arrival/departure arrangements and available time.

Related Tours

Date *

Rooms *

Book Now Enquire

Why travel with Egypt Tour Pro?

Your entire vacation is designed around your requirements with expert guidance every step of the way.

100% Tailor made

Your entire vacation is designed around your requirements

Explore your interests at your own speed

Select your preferred style of accommodations

Create the perfect trip with the help of our specialists

Expert knowledge

All our specialists have traveled extensively or lived in their specialist regions, We're with you every step of the way

The same specialist will handle your trip from start to finish

Make the most of your time and budget

The best guides

Make the difference between a good trip and an outstanding one

Our leaders will be there to ensure your safety and wellbeing is the number one priority

Offering more than just dates and names, they strive to offer real insight into their country

Fully protected

Secure Payment - Use your debit card or credit card. Your transactions are protected by 3D Secure and SecureCode.

Ready to Plan Your Dream Cruise?

Speak with our Egypt specialists for your perfect luxury journey.

Free Consultation

24/7 Support

Best Price Guarantee

Start Planning

2-Day Luxor Sightseeing Tour East And West Bank with Optional Balloon Ride

About 2-Day Luxor Sightseeing Tour East And West Bank with Optional Balloon Ride