Luxor Hot air Balloon

A hot air balloon ride in Luxor is an incredible way to see the world’s biggest open air museum where you can view the magnificent Tombs and Temples and the surrounding countryside whilst peacefully drifting over the historical monuments. Experience Luxor Hot air Balloon with and beguile your eyes with an amazing view for Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple and colossi of Memnon, it takes about 45 Minutes flying in the beautiful morning light.

When you plan your vacation in Luxor, don’t miss the chance to experience Hot Air Balloon Luxor where you will get the chance to discover the West Bank of Luxor while airborne.  The Western Bank of Luxor means antiquities means pharaonic tombs and mortuary temples. Discover the area from the air and get the chance to visit the site of Valley of the Kings which is a royal cemetery for 62 Pharaohs and contains amazing tombs of the kings and nobles that date back to the eighteenth and twenty-first Dynasties. The Valley was used for primary burials from approximately 1539 BC to 1075 BC, and contains some 60 tombs, starting with Thutmose I and ending with Ramesses X or XI. The Valley was constructed to avoid the robbing of the Pharaonic treasures and mummified bodies. The Valley of the Kings is one of the most charming archaeological landmarks in Luxor and it lies behind the cliffs, which forms a backdrop to the complex temple of Al Deir el-Bahri, as well as this Valley was including a hundred chambers, but unfortunately some of them were stolen and some were destroyed but there are still about sixty undamaged chambers, some of these tombs still have a lot of precious items and artifacts, such as the Tomb of Yuya and Thuya and the Tombs of Tutankhamun.

Know more about Valley of the Queens is located on the West Bank in Luxor, also known as Biban el-Harim, Biban el-Sultanat, and Wadi el-Melikat, In ancient times, it was known as Ta-Set-Neferu,Valley of queens is isolated cemetery belonging to queens, princesses, princes, and nobles, these tombs usually consist of a small antechamber, a long narrow corridor with several side chambers, and at the end - the burial chamber, then scout  Colossi of Memnon Known as the singing statues or “The Vocal Memnon”, the Colossi of Memnon are two great seated stone statues representing King Amenhotep III, also believed they have been so popular during the Roman period as it is said that the statues sang. This was probably due to the expansion of the stone which warmed up during the day and cooled off at night.

Overview:

Be carried by the winds with Hot Air Balloon Luxor, Savor the joy with Hot Air Balloon Luxor, Hot air Balloon in Luxor over Valley of the Kings is another issue, Be witness for superb adventure with illuminated sky, it is a memorable trip you will never forget. 

Itinerary:

Hasten to your life time unmatched  experience trip Luxor Hot air Balloon, Plan Egypt Tours delegate will pick you up from your hotel in Luxor, he will escort you to enjoy Hot air Balloon over Valley of the Kings, soft drinks will be offered on the way, upon arrival to the west bank transfer to the take off area, ride your Balloon, fly over Valley of the Kings, enjoy marvelous scene for Luxor Open Air Museum over Valley of the Kings, Balloon ride takes approx. 45 Minutes, do not miss the chance to try this amazing experience, finally at the end of your Luxor Hot air Balloon Plan Egypt Tours delegate will escort you back to your hotel in Luxor. 

Included:

·         Pick up from your hotel in Luxor 

·         Transfer to the West Bank by Motor boat

·         Hot air Balloon ride for 45 minutes over Valley of the Kings 

·         English speaking escort 

·         A bottle of Mineral water to each person 

·         All Transfers in Luxor by air-conditioned bus

·         All service charges and taxes 

·         Assist and transfer back to your hotel at the end of your tour.

Excluded:

·         Optional tours

·         Tip 

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East and west bank Tours in Luxor

Fill your soul with history and discover the enchanting Egyptian history through amazing Eastand west bank Tours in Luxor which covers all the famous destinations in the city including the priceless treasures located in the East and West Banks of the Nile, stare at the amazement of Edfu and Kom Ombo Temples, discover two of the most valuable and beautiful temples in the world visiting Dendera Abydos Temples, and more.

walk through the main cult center during the Pharaonic Period. Luxor City contains the biggest temple in the world as it was the old capital during the flourishing New Kingdom, amuse yourself with Luxor Day Tours and visit Karnak Temple where you will enjoy visiting the Hypostyle Hall which contains about 134 columns and enjoy visiting the Obelisks, Courts, Halls, and Pylons in the complex as construction in Karnak started 4000 years ago, then take the steps that leads to Luxor Temple which was constructed in 1400 B.C during the New Kingdom for the Open Festival and located near Karnak Temple. Don’t miss the chance to try Luxor Excursions and enjoy unforgettable trips to visit amazing attractions through Luxor West Bank Tours.

Beguile your eyes between the impressive tombs of Valley of the Kings which was the burial site of Egypt’s New Kingdom Kings, even the tomb of Tutankhamun was discovered there. The site contains amazing tombs of the kings and nobles that date back to the eighteenth and twenty-first Dynasties. Moreover watch the beautiful decorations of the Valley’s tombs, as they all contain fabulous decorations and drawings. The Valley of the Kings is one of the most charming archaeological landmarks in Luxor and it lies behind the cliffs, which forms a backdrop to the complex temple of Al Deir el-Bahri. The Valley once included a hundred chambers, but unfortunately some of them were stolen and some were destroyed but there are still about sixty undamaged chambers, some of these tombs still have a lot of precious items and artifacts, such as the Tomb of Yuya and Thuya  and the Tombs of Tutankhamun, move to visit the stunning Temple of Queen Hatshepsut which is considered to be one of the best temples that still standing without any damaging, it also was dedicated to the Queen Hatshepsut. The temple is one of the best preserved temples in Egypt and one of the most characteristic temples in the whole of Egypt, due to its design and decorations as it was built of limestone, not sandstone like most of the other funerary temples of the New Kingdom period. Enjoy watching the inscriptions on the walls of the temple that tell the story of the holy birth of Queen Hatshepsut and her commercial trips to the Punt land, now known as the modern state of Somalia.

Explore the mysterious statues of Colossi of Memnon which known as the guardian of Amenhotep the third temple that was destroyed during the earthquake that occurred in 27 BC. They were made famous in antiquity by a mysterious sound emitted from one of them each sunrise. According to an ancient Egyptian legendary that narrated to us and said that every morning when the air cross these cracks of the Memnon statues, then it makes a roaring voice, that looks like signing, which made the Greek history scholars said that both statues are singing with the sunrise time

Overview:

Unbeatable Tours to East and West Bank, visit Luxor Temple and Karnak Temple, tee off to Luxor West Bank and be admired with fascinating Hatshepsut Temple, Valley of the Kings, imagine pharaohs life all over the past years and more.

Itinerary:

Plan Egypt Tours guide will pick you up from your hotel in Luxor, he will escort you to the West Bank, beguile your eyes by visiting Valley of the Kings which astonished all travelers, it is unmatched experience with its incredible tombs (Visit will be to Three tombs only), Watch the glory of the architecture that Pharaohs were using to build their tombs "tomb of Tut ankhamun available for visit with an extra fees", Next tour to Hatshepsut temple, built by Thutmosis daughter " Queen Hatshepsut" who ruled Egypt at the 18th Dynasty for about 20 years, Then focus on seeing the Colossi of Memnon, relax and have lunch at local restaurant, then proceed to Karnak Temple dedicated to god Amon, his son Khonsu and Mut his wife, hear the story of Karnak temple and how Pharaohs built this glory temple, Next tour to Luxor Temple built at the 18th Dynasty of the New Kingdom by Amunhotep III, at the end of this glamorous excursion Plan Egypt Tours guide will escort you back to your hotel in Luxor. 

Included:

·         Pick up from your hotel in Luxor 

·         Tours to East and West Bank as mentioned at the above excursion

·         Entrance fees to the above mentioned sites 

·         English speaking guide included 

·         Lunch at local restaurant in Luxor

·         A bottle of Mineral water to each person during the tour

·         All Transfers in Luxor by air-conditioned vehicle 

·         All service charges and taxes 

·         Assist and transfer back to your hotel at the end of your tour.

Excluded:

·         Optional tours

·         Tip

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Abu Simbel and Aswan Tours from Luxor

Experience Abu Simbel and Aswan Tours from Luxor and know more about the temple that was built for the King Ramses II. The distance between it and Aswan is 320 km, and considered the most famous archaeological site in Egypt.

Explore the most famous temple in the world through Abu Simbel Tour from luxor, Get to visit the outstanding landmark which consists of two rock-cut Temples, The Temple of Ramsses II and The Temple of Queen Nefertari, they both date back to the reign of King Ramses II (1290-1223 BC) and reflect the glory and grandeur of the Ancient Kingdom of Egypt. Abu Simbel Temple was dedicated to the Ancient Egyptian god Amon Ra, Harmakis and Ptah. The façade consists of four statues that all belong to the Pharaoh. The gigantic facade of Ramses II temple represents four colossal seated figures of Ramses. The facade is 119 feet wide, 100 feet high, and the statues are each 67 feet high. In ancient times the area was at the southern frontier of pharaonic Egypt, facing Nubia. The four colossal statues of Ramses in front of the main temple are spectacular examples of ancient Egyptian art. The four statues guarding the doorway to the larger of these temples are the largest sculptures that survive from the pharaonic era.

know more about Abu Simbel which was rediscovered in 1813 by Swiss explorer John Lewis Burckhardt who was led to the site by a boy named Abu Simbel and the site was then named after him. The temples had long been forgotten and the sands of the desert covered it all except the tops of the heads of the huge statues in front of their entrances. Since 1909 when the sand was finally cleared away, these twin temples have become the most famous site in Egypt’s south. The Great Temple stands 98 feet (30 metres) high and 115 feet (35 metres) long with four seated colossi flanking the entrance, two to each side, depicting Ramesses II on his throne; each one 65 feet (20 metres) tall. Beneath these giant figures are smaller statues depicting Ramesses' conquered enemies, the Nubians, Libyans, and Hittites. Further statues represent his family members and various protecting gods and symbols of power. Passing between the colossi, through the central entrance, the interior of the temple is decorated with engravings showing Ramesses and Nefertari paying homage to the gods. The temple is located 3 hours drive from Aswan or you can arrive to the site with a plane that takes just 30 minutes from Aswan with Abu Simbel Tour from Aswan by Plane.

visiting the High Dam which sheds light on the great improvements and achievements of the modern Egypt, this dam was constructed during the reign of the Egyptian President Gamal Abd El Nasser. Construction of the dam began in 1960 and was completed in 1968, Explore the main attraction in the city while visiting Philae Temple which contains many ancient Egyptian sanctuaries and shrines. The temple was built during the Ptolemy’s dynasty and dedicated for the worshiping of the ancient Egyptian god Osiris, it includes two fancy temples. The Temple was relocated by UNESCO after the building of the Aswan Dam that threatened the site; moreover get to know more about the temple through amazing Philae Temple.

Overview:

Experience Abu Simbel and Aswan Tours from Luxor with its unique culture, superb history and stunning sights, scout unfinished Obelisk, High Dam, Philae Temple, head to Abu Simbel temples, enjoy every moment of your own personal adventure.

Itinerary:

Day 01: 

Plan Egypt Tours delegate will pick you up from your hotel in Luxor, drive by air-conditioned van  to Aswan, arrive Aswan, scout the High Dam, then unleash your soul and visit unfinished obelisk, know more about Philae temple, relax and have lunch at local restaurant in Aswan, at the end of your tour Plan Egypt Tours guide will escort you to your hotel in Aswan, check in, night at leisure in Aswan, or optional to enjoy the sound and light show at Philae Temple, overnight in Aswan.

Day 02: 
Today is designed especially for you to enjoy, We want you to be quite sure that your program includes cultural exchange activity once you visit Abu Simbel Temple, Take your breakfast box from your hotel at 04:00 am., then drive by your private vehicle to Abu simbel where you will be learning more about the glory of the ancient Egyptian history, Visit the astonishing Temples of Abu Simbel which will definitely enrich your trip experience, prepare your camera to capture the most exciting moments, at the end of your tour drive to Aswan, relax and have lunch at local restaurant in Aswan, then continue driving back to your hotel in Luxor. 

Included:

·         Pick up from your hotel in Luxor 

·         Air-conditioned vehicle Luxor / Aswan 

·         01 Night accommodation in Aswan including Breakfast and all taxes 

·         Tours to the high Dam, Unfinished Obelisk and Philae Temple as mentioned at the above excursion.

·         Air-conditioned vehicle Aswan / Abu Simbel / Aswan / Luxor 

·         Tours to Abu Simbel as mentioned at the above excursion.

·         Entrance fees to the above mentioned sites in Aswan and Abu simbel

·         English speaking guide in Aswan and Abu Simbel

·         02 Lunches at Local Restaurants in Aswan

·         Two bottles of Mineral water to each person in Aswan and Abu Simbel 

·         All Transfers in Aswan and Abu Simbel by air-conditioned vehicle 

·         All service charges and taxes 

Excluded:

·         Optional tours

·         Tip 

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Wadi El Natrun Tours from Cairo

Wadi El Natrun Tours from Cairo

Enjoy one of the best tours from Cairo to Wadi El Natroun, find out Wadi El Natroun and visit best monasteries in Wadi El Natroun, visit Al Baramus Monastery, Anba Makar Monastery, Anba bishoi Monastery and El Suryan Monastery. You will have the chance to enjoy Wadi El Natrun Tours from Cairo with Plan Egypt Tours.

Wadi El Natrun is a valley located in Beheira Governorate, Egypt, including a town with the same name. The name refers to the presence of eight different lakes in the region that produce natron salt.

The history of Wadi el Natrun, or Valley of Salt, can be traced to Pharaonic times. The region is rich in nitrate, which the ancient Egyptians extracted for their embalming process.

In Christian literature it is usually known as Scetis and is one of the three early Christian monastic centers located in the desert of the northwestern Nile Delta.The other two monastic centers are Nitria and Kellia. These three centers are often easily confused and sometimes referred to as a single place (such as "Nitria" or "Nitrian Desert"), but the locales are distinct, though geographically close together and with interrelated histories.Scetis, now called Wadi El Natrun, is best known today because its ancient monasteries remain in use, unlike Nitria and Kellia which have only archaeological remains.

The Nitrian Desert is sometimes used to mean the entire region where the monasteries are located. It can also more specifically refer to the immediate area around Nitria and Kellia, with the region around Wadi El Natrun then more specifically called the Scetis Desert.

In the Roman period, from about 30 B.C. to about A.D. 359, Wadi el-Natrun was probably one of the main centers of the glass industry in Egypt. In this district, the essential materials for glassmaking processes, mainly silica and natron, were and are still quite abundant. Two kinds of crucibles were in use: fritting and melting. The first kind was used for fritting the raw materials of glass to produce glass frit bocks. Such fritting crucibles had a rectangular form which is not usually encountered in other places. Probably this was intended to facilitate the transport of the glass frit blocks produced to glass factories in different places where raw materials were not available. Dimensions for two crucibles are proposed. The body texture is coarse, highly porous and almost loose. These features were intended by the ancient glassmaker to release the block easily by fracturing the crucible, which was thus used only once. The chemical composition is distinguished by a high content of iron oxide, lime, magnesia and alkalis, thus decreasing the resistance of the crucible to corrosion. The mineralogical composition is mainly: alpha quartz, albite, oligoclase, andesine, diopside, augite and a small amount of anorthoclase and other trace minerals. The crucible material has been found to have been originally made by mixing mud with sand to which an amount of chopped straw was added; after sun-drying the crucible was baked before use. The temperature employed in this process never exceeded 1100°C since, under prolonged heating, the crucible material fuses in the range 1150-1200°C. A.A.

Overview:

Explore Wadi El Natrun Tours from Cairo with its stunning Monasteries, such as deir anba bishoi monastery, Deir El Baramous Monastery, Deir El Suryan monastery, know more about history of Christianity and hear about Christian Monasticism in Wadi El Natrun.

Itinerary:

Plan Egypt Tours guide will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo, he will escort you to Wadi El Natrun, only one Hundred Km. from Cairo, where you will be able to scout the four Monasteries in the area, there were approx. 50 Monasteries in the area before, but at the modern times only four Monasteries survived, Wadi El Natrun considered the birthplace of Christian Monasticism in the 4th century, explore Deir EL Baramous, it is far from all monasteries, then Unleash your soul by visiting Deir Anba Bishoy, it is considered the most important monastery in Egypt, as Anba Bishoy lived and died at the same Monastery, Then proceed to visit Deir El Suryani Monastery, it is the smallest Monastery in the area, at the end of your tour Plan Egypt Tour guide will escort you back to your hotel in Cairo.

Included:

·         Pick up from your hotel in Cairo 

·         Air-conditioned vehicle Cairo / Wadi El Natrun / Cairo

·         01 Day Tour in Wadi El Natrun as mentioned at the above Excursion

·         English speaking guide in Wadi El Natrun

·         A bottle of Mineral water to each person on your way to Wadi El Natrun

·         All service charges and taxes 

·         Assist and transfer back to your hotel at the end of your tour.

Excluded:

·         Optional tours

·         Tip 

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E-mail: sales@planegypttours.com