2 days from Cairo to Luxor including a hot air balloon

A hot air balloon is an amazing way to see the ancient monuments at sunrise, and you'll be able to capture these incredible sights on camera so you can share them with all your friends. Start your day with a hot air balloon ride over the West Bank of Luxor before touring the Valley of the Kings and the Temple of Karnak. You'll admire the stunning scenery from above, including the Nile River and its surrounding deserts.

After lunch at your hotel or restaurant, head over to take a tour of the Valley of Kings and Hatshepsut temple. The Valley of Kings is where many famous pharaohs were buried and the Hatshepsut temple was built for Queen Hatshepsut's father, who wanted it built as his tomb. Then you will see Medinet Habu Temple, which was built during Egyptian times but destroyed by an earthquake in 1250 BC. Then you'll visit Ramesses III's tomb, which is known for its beautiful basalt statues depicting scenes from his life; next up is Ramesseum Temple—home of Ramses II's funerary temple where he's buried (plus his mummy). Afterward, visit Deir el-Bahri Temple—where Nefertiti is buried—then continue through more ruins until you'll return to Cairo and prepare for your flight home at night.