Breathing fresh air and see sun rise over some of Egypt’s most famous ancient monuments is the most excited on this hot air Luxor balloon ride. After early morning pickup, go to the west bank of the Nile River, and board a shared balloon basket for a 30- to 45-minute flight.as you ascend, behold the thrilling bird’s-eye views as the sunlight illuminates the temples and mountains below. Gaze down over Karnak, Queen Hatshepsut’s Temple and other monuments, and absorb the peaceful dawn.