3 Days Trip to Luxor from Hurghada with Hot Air Balloon
We offer a private 3-day Luxor tour from Hurghada, combining Luxor’s most iconic temples, royal tombs, hidden archaeological treasures, and a breathtaking sunrise hot air balloon ride, all with a private Egyptologist guide, comfortable transport, and overnight stays in Luxor.
Day 1 – Luxor East Bank Tour
Your unforgettable private Luxor tour from Hurghada begins with an early morning transfer from your hotel in Hurghada to Luxor in a comfortable private air-conditioned vehicle. Upon arrival, meet your expert private Egyptologist guide and begin your exploration at the magnificent Karnak Temple Complex, the largest religious complex ever built in Ancient Egypt. Walk through the breathtaking Great Hypostyle Hall, admire towering obelisks, sacred lake, colossal statues, and massive columns covered with ancient hieroglyphics while learning about the powerful gods and pharaohs of Ancient Egypt. After lunch at a quality local restaurant, continue to the elegant Luxor Temple, beautifully located beside the Nile River, where you will discover the fascinating history of ancient religious ceremonies, royal festivals, and the famous Avenue of Sphinxes. End your day with hotel check-in in Luxor, with optional evening experiences including the Karnak Sound and Light Show or a relaxing Nile felucca sailing trip.
Day 2 – Hot Air Balloon & Luxor West Bank Tour
Start your second day with an unforgettable sunrise hot air balloon ride over Luxor, one of the most breathtaking experiences in Egypt, offering spectacular panoramic views of the Nile River, ancient temples, green farmlands, the Valley of the Kings, and Luxor city at sunrise. After breakfast, continue your historical adventure at the legendary Valley of the Kings, the royal burial site of the pharaohs of the New Kingdom, where you will explore beautifully decorated royal tombs filled with colorful wall paintings, ancient hieroglyphics, and fascinating burial chambers, with optional access to the famous Tutankhamun Tomb. Continue to the magnificent Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, one of the most remarkable architectural masterpieces in Ancient Egypt, followed by a photo stop at the iconic Colossi of Memnon, the giant statues of Amenhotep III. After lunch, return to your hotel for another relaxing overnight stay in Luxor.
Day 3 – Luxor Hidden Gems Tour
After breakfast, continue your private Luxor archaeological journey with a visit to the impressive Ramesseum Temple, the magnificent mortuary temple of Pharaoh Ramses II, where you will discover colossal statues, ancient battle reliefs, temple courtyards, and fascinating historical inscriptions. Continue to the extraordinary Medinet Habu Temple, one of Luxor’s best-preserved hidden gems, famous for its massive temple walls, detailed battle scenes, colorful carvings, and remarkable inscriptions dedicated to Ramses III. After lunch at a local restaurant, explore the peaceful Valley of the Queens, the beautiful burial site of ancient queens and royal family members, where you will learn about royal funerary traditions, beautifully decorated tombs, and ancient beliefs about the afterlife, with optional access to special tombs available. After your final day of discovery, relax during your scenic private transfer back to Hurghada, ending an unforgettable 3-day Luxor historical adventure from Hurghada.