5 Balloons Tours to Build a Day Around

1.4-Days Nile Cruise From Aswan To Luxor including Abu Simbel and Hot Air Balloon

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,142 reviews · from $349Our pick

Cruise from Aswan to Luxor aboard a five-star Nile boat, with guided visits to Philae, Abu Simbel, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Luxor, Karnak, and the Valley of the Kings. Early starts are part of the deal. Guides such as Mohamed Gobran and Saber are known for clear explanations and careful group handling.

“Our guide Mohamed Gobran was amazing. This cruise is good for people who like a fast paced tour of the Egyptian archeological sites.”

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2.4-Day 3-Night Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor&Abu Simbel+Balloon

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,023 reviews · from $340

You’ll sail three nights from Aswan to Luxor with Egyptologist guides, full-board meals, Abu Simbel, Philae, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Karnak, and a Luxor balloon flight. Guides such as Mohammed Abdo, Hady, and Mido have earned strong praise for clear explanations and careful organization.

“The cruise was good considering the price. The guide Mostofa was also good. However there are some items to be considered before boarding this- 1. The sail time is only 24 hours. On day 1 you board the cruise and Day 2 they drive you to Abu Simbel that is 4 hours drive Read more”

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3.4-Day 3-Night Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor including Abu Simbel, Air Balloon

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 612 reviews · from $329Best value

Cruise from Aswan to Luxor in four busy days, with Abu Simbel, Philae, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Luxor’s temples, and the Valley of the Kings. You also get a sunrise balloon ride, meals, transfers, and an Egyptology guide. Guides such as Mohamed Gobran, Mahmoud, and Ahmed Shawky Ali are praised for clear planning and strong historical explanations.

“Ahmed Shawky Ali is an excellent guide. He is clearly an egyptologist with extensive knowledge, love for Ancient Egypt and is very careful with the guests. You're on great hands with him. The food on the boat was very tasty. I enjoyed everythRead more”

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4.3-Day Cruise to Luxor with Hot Air Balloon

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 598 reviews · 3 days · from $1,000

Sail from Aswan to Luxor for two nights aboard a 5-star boat with private cabin, meals, and an English-speaking Egyptologist. Visit Abu Simbel, Kom Ombo, Edfu, and Luxor’s major tombs and temples, then rise above the Valley of the Kings by hot air balloon.

“Ahmed Sony was a great guide for our Abu simple tour!”

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5.4 Days Nile Cruise Luxor Abu Simbel & Air Balloon

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 310 reviews · 4 days · from $450

Spend three nights on a Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor, with stops at Philae, Abu Simbel, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Luxor, Karnak, and the Valley of the Kings. Guides such as Mohamed Gobran and Mahmoud are praised for clear explanations and careful organization. Expect early starts and a full schedule.

“One of my favorite tours I’ve ever taken. Our guide Mahmoud was incredible. His energy made everything easy, fun, and educational. Highly recommend!”

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