Experience the rich history of ancient Egypt on a private day trip to the temples of Dendera and Abydos from Luxor. You'll gain a deeper understanding of these historic sights and their significance.
This is a great opportunity to learn more about the history and culture of Ancient Egypt than you would in a guidebook.
Plus, with someone else driving, you can sit back and soak up the stunning scenery. Don't miss out on this unique and insightful tour.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ All Transfers by Private A/C latest Model Vehicle
✔ private tour
✔ Air-conditioned vehicle
✔ Bottle Water
✔ Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
✖ Tipping
✖ Entry fees
✖ Entry/Admission - Dendera Temple Complex
✖ Tour guide
Pickup Locations
1. Pavillon Winter Luxor
2. Mara House
3. Jewel Howard Carter Hotel
4. Sharqotel Luxor
5. River Hotel
6. New Windsor Hotel
7. Pharaonic Rose
8. El Nakhil Hotel
9. Mohamed ali house
10. The Temple Hotel Luxor
11. City And Sea Adonis
12. Royal House Hotel
13. Jannah Elsahara Hotel
14. Rose Guest House
15. Blue Nile House
16. Bedouin Lodge Luxor
17. Nazal Alshabab
18. Azab Desert Safari
19. Royal Mountain Hotel
20. Hoppa Guest House Nile View
Additional Info: All Hotels or Rental Apartments in Luxor
Itinerary
1
Abydos
Your day tour begins with a 7:00 a.m. pickup from your hotel or Nile Cruise in Luxor by a licensed tour guide. You'll be transferred by private air-conditioned vehicle to the city of Abydos, located to the north of Luxor. There, you'll explore two of the most complete temples in Egypt. The Abydos Temple is dedicated to the Ancient Egyptian god of the underworld and is believed to be the burial site of the god. Built by King Seti I and completed by King Ramsess II, it's also known as the Temple of Seti I. Located about 420 km south of Cairo in the Sohag Government, and 135 km from Luxor, the paintings of the gods and pharaohs on the walls of the Osiris Temple at Abydos are some of the most beautifully preserved in Egypt. Afterward, you'll visit the Temple of Hathor at Dendara, which may be the best-preserved temple in Egypt, with full colors still visible on its walls. This temple is located approximately 135 km from Luxor.
Duration: 3 hours
2
Dendera Temple Complex
After exploring the Abydos Temple, your tour will continue to Dendara to visit the Temple of Hathor, the goddess of love and joy. Located in Dendara, which is situated to the north of Luxor, this temple is considered one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt, with full colors still visible on its walls. After your visit, your tour will end, and you'll be transferred back to your hotel in Luxor.
Duration: 3 hours
Additional info
• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
