Cairo to Luxor 2-night tour with hot air balloon and sound light show

From$1,150

  • Duration: 3 Days, 2 Nights
  • Transport: included
Discover the timeless wonders of Luxor on an unforgettable 2-night journey from Cairo, designed for travelers seeking a complete cultural and adventure experience in Egypt. This carefully crafted tour combines

Discover the timeless wonders of Luxor on an unforgettable 2-night journey from Cairo, designed for travelers seeking a complete cultural and adventure experience in Egypt. This carefully crafted tour combines ancient history, breathtaking landscapes, and unique activities, making it one of the most memorable ways to explore Upper Egypt. Travel comfortably from Cairo to Luxor and immerse yourself in the world of pharaohs, temples, and the mighty Nile River.

The highlight of this experience is an early morning hot air balloon ride over the West Bank of Luxor, where you will witness the sunrise illuminating ancient temples, green fields, and desert cliffs from above. You will also enjoy a magical Sound and Light Show at Karnak Temple, where history comes alive through music and storytelling.

Over two nights, you will explore Luxor’s most iconic landmarks with a professional Egyptologist guide, ensuring a deep understanding of ancient Egyptian civilization. The tour includes visits to major archaeological sites on both the East and West Banks, offering a complete journey through time. With comfortable accommodation, guided sightseeing, and smooth transfers, this tour is perfect for travelers who want a rich, hassle-free experience combining adventure, culture, and history in one package.

Inclusions:

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Cairo

  • Round-trip domestic flight between Cairo and Luxor

  • 2-night accommodation in a Luxor hotel

  • Private air-conditioned transportation throughout the tour

  • Professional Egyptologist tour guide

  • Hot air balloon ride over Luxor (early morning on day 2)

  • Tickets for Karnak Temple Sound & Light Show

  • Bottled water during the tour

Exclusions:

  • Entrance fees 

  • Meals and beverages not mentioned in the program

  • Personal expenses and souvenirs

  • Tipping (optional)

  • Optional activities outside the scheduled program

Day 1: explore Luxor’s East Bank

Your adventure begins with an early morning flight from Cairo to Luxor. Upon arrival, you’ll be met and transferred to your hotel for check-in. In the afternoon, explore the magnificent East Bank, including the colossal Karnak Temple Complex and the beautifully illuminated Luxor Temple. As evening descends, prepare to be enchanted by the spectacular Sound & Light Show at Karnak Temple, recounting the history of ancient Thebes. Overnight in Luxor.

Day 2: hot air balloon and Luxor’s  West Bank

Before dawn, embark on a thrilling hot air balloon ride, soaring above the Valley of the Kings and the sprawling West Bank as the sun rises, offering unparalleled panoramic views. After landing and breakfast, delve into the West Bank’s treasures: the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and the towering Colossi of Memnon. The rest of your day is at leisure to relax or explore Luxor at your own pace. Overnight in Luxor.

Day 3: shopping or a leisurely stroll along the Nile

After breakfast, enjoy some free time for last-minute souvenir shopping or a leisurely stroll along the Nile. You will then be transferred to Luxor Airport for your flight back to Cairo, concluding your memorable journey.

 

Tour Option 1 Person  2 to 3 Persons (PP) 4+ Persons (PP)
1. Transfers Only $70  $40 $25 
2. Transfer + Professional Guide $140  $85 $60
3. All-Inclusions (Transfer+ Guide + Accomodation) $210 $145 $110

What These Options Typically Include:

  • Option 1: Transfers Only

    • Private A/C vehicle with a professional driver.

    • Pick-up and drop-off at your hotel or cruise ship.

    • Excludes: Guide, entry tickets, lunch, and tips.

  • Option 2: Transfer + Professional Guiding

    • Everything in Option 1.

    • A licensed, English-speaking Egyptologist guide for the full duration (approx. 8 hours).

    • Excludes: Entry tickets and lunch.

  • Option 3: All-Inclusions

    • Everything in Option 2.

    • All Entry Fees: Pre-purchased tickets to avoid long lines.

    • Lunch: Typically at a high-quality local restaurant.

    • Bottled water, taxes, and service charges.

Pricing & Payment Policy

At Book Egypt Direct, all prices are quoted in US Dollars (USD) unless otherwise stated. However, we are happy to accept payments in other major international currencies, including Euros (EUR) and British Pounds (GBP), based on the official exchange rate on the day the payment is made.

Our prices are determined according to current market conditions, seasonal demand, and service availability. Therefore, rates may change without prior notice. Once a deposit or full payment has been received, your booking rate is confirmed and guaranteed.

What’s Included in Our Packages

Our published package prices generally include:

  • Comfortable accommodation (as specified in your selected itinerary)

  • Private or group transportation

  • Professional, licensed tour guides

  • Daily breakfast and other meals as indicated

  • Entry tickets to included attractions

  • Domestic flights or transfers (when applicable)

  • 24/7 on-ground support

For the exact details of what is included or excluded, please refer to your booking confirmation and final itinerary.

Holiday Supplement

A 25% surcharge applies to all Nile cruises and tour packages scheduled during Christmas, New Year, and Easter, due to increased demand during the peak holiday season.

FAQ
  • Entrance fees are not included to allow flexibility.

  • Yes, it is comfortable and suitable for all ages.

  • Yes, the vehicle and guide are exclusively for you.

  • Yes, pickup can be arranged from hotels, cruises, or Aswan Airport.

From $1,150

Send Inquiry

Tour Inquiry

Price start from$1,150

Write a review