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15 Balloon & Boat Trips in the World Worth the Early Alarm

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One morning of a trip buys one flight, so it is worth spending it well. These 15 balloon & boat trips are compared on price, basket size and what happens after the landing, from a certificate and a glass to a full breakfast.

4-Days Nile Cruise From Aswan To Luxor including Abu Simbel and Hot Air Balloon - Day three: Edfu by horse carriage and an evening in Luxor
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4-Days Nile Cruise From Aswan To Luxor including Abu Simbel and Hot Air Balloon

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

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

Sail from Aswan to Luxor on a four-day, full-board Nile cruise with an English-speaking Egyptologist guide. The route includes Philae, Abu Simbel, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Luxor Temple, the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut, Karnak, and a sunrise hot-air balloon flight. Guides such as Mohamed Gobran and Saber are often assigned to groups.

“Our guide Mahmoud was an amazing guide. His knowledge of the sites was top notch and he was funny in top of it. the sites were amazing and one of a kind. the boat was a fun place to relax after a long day of adventures. I would highly recommend this tour for people traveling to Egypt”

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4-Day 3-Night Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor&Abu Simbel+Balloon - Day one: the High Dam and Philae Temple
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4-Day 3-Night Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor&Abu Simbel+Balloon

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

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

Spend three nights aboard a five-star Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor, with Abu Simbel, Philae, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Karnak, and the Valley of the Kings. English-speaking Egyptology guides such as Mohammed Abdo, Hady, and Mido lead the visits, while a hot-air balloon adds a memorable view over Luxor.

“Unforgetting days on the Nil with a professional, knowledgalbe tour Guide. Komfortable cabins and a excellent cuisine.”

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Hurghada: 2-Day Luxor Tour with Hotel, Balloon, & Boat Ride - Day one: the road from Hurghada to Luxor
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Hurghada: 2-Day Luxor Tour with Hotel, Balloon, & Boat Ride

3.2-Day Luxor Tour with Hotel, Balloon, & Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,113 reviews · 2 days · from $270Best value

Travel from Hurghada to Luxor with a private driver and Egyptologist, then see Luxor and Karnak temples, sail by felucca, sleep in a 4-star hotel, and fly over the West Bank at sunrise. Guides such as Hassan, Aladdin, Hamdy, and Manal are often praised for clear explanations and personal service.

“The trip to Karnak and Luxor Temples were amazing. Our guide Mohamed Alazeb was so knowledgeable he explained the history of the area and temples, and what the temples had been used for. Mohamed was really helpful and would be an excellent guide to ask for doing this trip. The balloon trip and valley of the kings on the second day was also great, well organised, good food and again Mohamed gave us the history of the valley and the tombs we visited. Last but not least our driver Hassan was brilliant. Private car on time, great driver, really helpful, and taught me some Arabic. Great trip with good memories…”

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4-Day 3-Night Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor including Abu Simbel, Air Balloon - Day one: High Dam, Philae, and your first night on the Nile
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4-Day 3-Night Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor including Abu Simbel, Air Balloon

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

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

Sail three nights from Aswan to Luxor with meals, transfers, a guide, Abu Simbel, Philae, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Luxor and Karnak temples, plus a sunrise balloon ride. Guides such as Mohamed Gobran, Mahmoud, and Ahmed Shawky Ali are noted for clear planning and Egyptology knowledge. Expect very early starts and extra entrance fees.

“Firstly our tour guide Mohamed was great, he was both informative and accommodating. The rooms were basic but clean & the food was good. The experience over all was great and we loved getting to see all the amazing temples and cRead more”

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From Aswan: 3-Day Cruise to Luxor with Hot Air Balloon - Day 1: The long road to Abu Simbel
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From Aswan: 3-Day Cruise to Luxor with Hot Air Balloon

5.3-Day Cruise to Luxor with Hot Air Balloon

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

Travel from Aswan to Luxor in three days with private cabin, meals, temple visits, and an English-speaking Egyptologist. See Abu Simbel, Kom Ombo, Edfu, the Valley of the Kings, Karnak, and Luxor Temple, then float above Luxor by hot air balloon.

“We had a really great 3 days on this Nile cruise! It was truly fantastic to visit all the temples and we were super happy with our assigned group. We were with the same people on all our trips which felt very safe and fun! The transport to all the temples were great and the Deluxe/Luxury cruise which we chose was super fresh and the rooms were top tier, as well as the food! The sun deck is lovely and the pool is super refreshing. Our last day was packed with temple visits which was high tempo but also fun and really memorable. Our guide on day 3, Mahmood, was…”

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4-Days Nile Cruise From Aswan To Luxor including Abu Simbel and Hot Air Balloon - Day three: Edfu by horse carriage and an evening in Luxor
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4-Days Nile Cruise From Aswan To Luxor including Abu Simbel and Hot Air Balloon

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

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 509 reviews · from $320

Cruise from Aswan to Luxor for four busy days with Egyptologist guides, Abu Simbel, Philae, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Luxor Temple, and the Valley of the Kings. Guides such as Mahmoud, Mohamed Gobran, and Ahmed Shawky Ali receive strong praise. A sunrise balloon ride over Luxor adds a memorable finish.

“Muhammad was a lovely guide, very informative and helpful. The tour was amazing, got to see so much in such a short time, such good value for money. Would 100% recommend this tour, all the staff on the ship were lovely, thank you again to Muhammad :)”

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4-Days Nile Cruise From Aswan To Luxor including Abu Simbel and Hot Air Balloon - Day three: Edfu by horse carriage and an evening in Luxor
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4 Days Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor including Abu Simbel and Hot Air Balloon

7.4 Days Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor including Abu Simbel and Hot Air Balloon

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 356 reviews · from $329

Sail from Aswan to Luxor aboard a 5-star cruise boat, with Philae, Abu Simbel, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Luxor, and the Valley of the Kings. You also get a horse-drawn carriage ride, three meals daily, temple transfers, and a sunrise hot air balloon flight, weather permitting.

“Nile cruise is worth experiencing because of the beautiful Nile itself and the amazing historic sites. Especially Mina and Micheal were really professional guides, who always make short and essential explanations in an interesting and enjoyable way. But the food in the cruise can be improved, especially the lunch’s.”

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4-Day 3-Night Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor With Balloon and Abu Simbel - Day 1: High Dam, Philae, and your first Nile evening
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4-Day 3-Night Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor With Balloon and Abu Simbel

8.4-Day 3-Night Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor With Balloon and Abu Simbel

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 327 reviews · from $311

Cruise from Aswan to Luxor aboard a 5-star Nile ship, with meals, transfers, Egyptologist-led sightseeing, Abu Simbel, and a 35 to 45-minute balloon flight. Guides such as Ahmed Shawky Ali and Mohamed Gobran are praised for clear explanations and careful organization.

“Mohamed Gobran was a great guide...he explained everything very nicely and always ensured we were updated throughout the trip”

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4-Days Nile Cruise Aswan&Luxor,Hot Air Balloon&Abu Simbel.Hot deal - Edfu brings an old-fashioned ride to the itinerary
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4-Days Nile Cruise Aswan&Luxor,Hot Air Balloon&Abu Simbel.Hot deal

9.4-Days Nile Cruise Aswan&Luxor,Hot Air Balloon&Abu Simbel.Hot deal

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 322 reviews · from $524

Cruise from Aswan to Luxor aboard a three-night Nile boat, with guided visits to Philae, Abu Simbel, Kom Ombo, Edfu, and Luxor’s major temples. You’ll also ride a hot-air balloon over Luxor. Guides such as Zakaria, Mohamed Wafa, Tarek, and Ahmad have earned especially strong praise.

“We are just in love with Egypt. The tour was above our expectations. All the places to see, all the historie is simply mind-blowing. Mona Rashin, the agent in Egypt was following us up all the way before and during the trip. That was really serious and securing for us. Making sure we were alright. Our guide Mohamed Wafa was amazing, funny, paciente and very very helpful. We had and amazing time on the cruise and the tours. Thank you!”

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From Aswan:4 Days Nile Cruise Luxor Abu Simbel & Air Balloon - Day one: Aswan, the High Dam, and Philae Temple
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From Aswan:4 Days Nile Cruise Luxor Abu Simbel & Air Balloon

10.4 Days Nile Cruise Luxor Abu Simbel & Air Balloon

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

Cruise from Aswan to Luxor aboard a 5-star Nile ship, with an Egyptologist guide such as Mohamed Gobran, Mahmoud, or Ahmed Shawky Ali. You’ll visit Abu Simbel, Philae, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Karnak, Luxor Temple, and the Valley of the Kings, plus take a Luxor hot-air balloon ride.

“Our Guide Mohammed Gobran is superb in his proffesion and so knowledgeable and without this the opportunity to get the most from the tours would not be as great. in addition he is a really nice fella to be with so just excellent all round. The only negative point we would raise is that until the day our Cruise began we did not know which ship we would be on and we now know there is a wide range in the quality of the ships so our tip is to beware of this . Many thanks Mohammed, Nige & Katie”

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From Luxor: 3-Night Nile Cruise to Aswan and Hot Air Balloon - Day 1: Karnak, a felucca, and Luxor Temple
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From Luxor: 3-Night Nile Cruise to Aswan and Hot Air Balloon

11.3-Night Nile Cruise to Aswan and Hot Air Balloon

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 297 reviews · 4 days · from $1,100

Spend three nights aboard a 5-star Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan, with private transfers, full-board meals, temple visits, a felucca ride, and a sunrise balloon flight. Guides such as Aladdin, Asma, Hassan, and Ahmed Anwar have led memorable tours, while daily WhatsApp support helps keep the schedule on track.

“Incredible! I recommend this experience to anyone especially those solo travelers! MOHRA did the great work organising everything even a last minute lunch and taxi to get me to the airport! Thanks’ you so much Mohra! Keep up the amazing service and support 🙏🏾 Alison Kan Solo traveler 😊 April 2024”

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Egypt: Private 5-Day Tour, Nile Cruise, Flights & Balloon - Day one: pyramids, Tutankhamun, and a flight to Luxor
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Egypt: Private 5-Day Tour, Nile Cruise, Flights & Balloon

12.Egypt: Private 5-Day Tour, Nile Cruise, Flights & Balloon

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 248 reviews · 5 days · from $1,400

See Egypt’s greatest sights in five demanding but well-planned days. You’ll visit the pyramids with guides such as Jasmine or Nada, fly over Luxor at sunrise, cruise to Edfu and Kom Ombo, and reach Abu Simbel by road. Flights, hotels, meals listed in the itinerary, and private transfers are included.

“If you’re heading to Luxor, stop looking for a guide and go straight for Damiana! 😁 From the moment we met her, we knew we were in for a treat. Damiana isn’t just a guide; she’s a walking encyclopedia with a heart of gold. Her knowledge of Luxor’s ancient wonders – like the stunning Hatshepsut Temple, the awe-inspiring Valley of the Kings, and that other massive temple (we honestly didn’t even need to look up its name because she made it unforgettable!) – is nothing short of amazing. What really set Damiana apart, though, was how she made history come alive. Instead of just rattling off facts, she wove the…”

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4-Day Nile Cruise sails Aswan to Luxor&Abu Simbel.Hot air Balloon - Day one: Aswan, the High Dam, and Philae
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4-Day Nile Cruise sails Aswan to Luxor&Abu Simbel.Hot air Balloon

13.4-Day Nile Cruise sails Aswan to Luxor&Abu Simbel.Hot air Balloon

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 247 reviews · from $306

Cruise from Aswan to Luxor aboard a 5-star Nile boat, with an Egyptologist guide, meals, transfers, Abu Simbel, Philae, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Karnak, and Luxor Temple. The optional hot-air balloon ride adds an early-morning view over Luxor. Guides may include Michael, Khaled, or Talaat Abdo.

“While the ship was quite old and in need of some updates to improve the comfort of tourists, what truly made the experience memorable was the tour guide and some of the staff members.”

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4-Day Nile Cruise Aswan and Luxor Hot Air Balloon with Abu Simbel - Day one: Philae Temple and the Aswan High Dam
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4-Day Nile Cruise Aswan and Luxor Hot Air Balloon with Abu Simbel

14.4-Day Nile Cruise Aswan and Luxor Hot Air Balloon with Abu Simbel

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 234 reviews · from $715

Travel from Aswan to Luxor aboard a five-star Nile cruise, with Abu Simbel at sunrise, Philae, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Karnak, and Luxor Temple. You also get a Luxor hot-air balloon flight, Egyptologist guides, meals, airport or hotel transfers, and a maximum group size of 15.

“Amazing Nile Cruise. Our Guied Mohamoud is an amazing person. He took us to many different temples and explain many details. Without him we have no clue what we are look at. However only thing is the room are quiet small. Should have give more information about the Cruise. All the staff is very friendly though. 🌺🌺🌺”

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Egypt 8 nights:Cairo,Luxor,Aswan,Abu Simbel,Nile cruise,Balloon - Cairo arrival and the first night
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Egypt 8 nights:Cairo,Luxor,Aswan,Abu Simbel,Nile cruise,Balloon

15.Egypt 8 nights:Cairo,Luxor,Aswan,Abu Simbel,Nile cruise,Balloon

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 227 reviews · from $1,096

Follow an Egyptologist through Cairo, Giza, Luxor, Aswan, and Abu Simbel, with four nights on a Nile cruise and a Luxor balloon ride. Airport transfers, trains, guides, meals, and most transport are arranged. Expect early starts, basic seated trains, and flexible scheduling through WhatsApp.

“This was a great tour at a great price. They took excellent care of us the whole trip. I can’t say enough good things about this tour group. We had the best of times.”

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