Away from the crowds in the peaceful glow of dawn, your sunrise hot-air balloon ride over the Nile River's west bank will let you admire a landscape of ancient monuments and temples. Following a safety briefing and introduction to your ground crew and pilot, you will rise into the still-dark sky. The tranquility and beauty of the early-morning sun rising over the East Bank tours, illuminating the city of Luxor and surrounding mountains, is something you will never forget! To the east, you will see Karnak Temple greeting the morning sun, while adjacent to the west you will find the magnificent Hatshepsut Temple. You will also admire the Colossi of Memnon and if the wind permits, you will fly over the Ramesseum Temple for an incredible aerial view of the complex.

In the distance, the hidden Valley of the Queens rests peacefully in the mountains. A support van and your landing crew will follow your hot-air balloon and will be waiting for you and assist with disembarkation. Your hot-air balloon ride will last approximately 30-45 minutes. Thus, you will be back at your hotel or cruise ship in time for breakfast and morning tour departures.