• The Temple of Hathor was largely constructed during the Late Ptolemaic period, specifically during the reign of Ptolemy XII and Cleopatra VII. Later additions were made during the Roman period. Although built by a dynasty of rulers who were not native Egyptians themselves, the design of this temple has been found to be in accordance with that of other classical Egyptian traditions, with the exception of the front of the hypostyle hall, which, according to an inscription above the entrance, was constructed by the Emperor Tiberius.
• Apart from these, there are also scenes in the temple complex porting the Ptolemaic rulers. For example, carved onto the external face of one of the temple walls is a huge relief of Cleopatra VII and her son by Julius Caesar and co-ruler, Ptolemy XV (better known as Caesarion). The two Ptolemaic rulers are shown dressed in Egyptian garb, and offering sacrifices.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Bottled water
✔ Entrance fees
✔ Lunch
✔ Private tour guide
✖ Tipping
Pickup Locations
1. Three Corners Sunny Beach Resort
2. Festival Shedwan Golden Beach Resort
3. Diana Hotel
4. SeaGull Beach Resort
5. Kite Lodging
6. King House Hotel
7. Sheraton Plaza
8. Gravity Hotel & Aqua Park Hurghada
9. Jasmine Palace Resort & Spa
10. Shellghada Hotel & Beach
11. Magawish Village & Resort
12. Hawaii Le Jardin Aqua Resort
13. The Bay Hotel Hurghada Marina
14. Dexon Roma Hotel
15. Titanic Royal
16. Luxor Hotel, Hurghada
17. Elaria Hotel
18. Swiss Wellness Dive Resort
19. Nefertiti Bella Rose Aqua Park Beach Resort
20. Pickalbatros White Beach Resort Hurghada
Additional Info: We pick up from any hotel in Hurghada.
Itinerary
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Visit the temple of Dendera:
Arrive at Dendera at 08: 00, You will be accompanied by Egyptologist tour guide, He will explain the history of the temple
Dendera temple
The Temple of Hathor was largely constructed during the Late Ptolemaic period, specifically during the reign of Ptolemy XII and Cleopatra VII. Later additions were made during the Roman period. Although built by a dynasty of rulers who were not native Egyptians themselves, the design of this temple has been found to be in accordance to that of other classical Egyptian temples, with the exception of the front of the hypostyle hall, which, according to an inscription above the entrance, was constructed by the Emperor Tiberius.
Apart from these, there are also scenes in the temple complex portraying the Ptolemaic rulers. For example, carved onto the external face of one of the temple walls is a huge relief of Cleopatra VII and her son by Julius Caesar and co-ruler, Ptolemy XV (better known as Caesarion). The two Ptolemaic rulers are shown dressed in Egyptian garb, and offering sacrifices.
Hathor was also regarded as a goddess of healing, and this is evident in the presence of a sanatorium in the temple complex. Here, pilgrims would come to be cured by the goddess. Sacred water (which was made holy by having it poured onto statues inscribed with sacred texts) was used for bathing, unguents were dispensed by the priests of Hathor, and sleeping quarters were provided for those hoping that the goddess would appear in their dreams, and so aid them.
Duration: 3 hours
Additional info
• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
