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Dendera Temple & Abydos Day Trip from Luxor
Explore the ancient wonders of Upper Egypt on a full-day tour from Luxor to the magnificent temples of Abydos and Dendera.
Start City
Luxor
End City
Luxor
Duration
1 Day
Price From
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Tour Overview
Discover two of Egypt’s best-preserved ancient temples with Explore Egypt Tours on this unforgettable day trip from Luxor. Visit the sacred Temple of Abydos dedicated to Osiris, the god of the underworld, and explore the stunning Temple of Hathor at Dendera, famous for its remarkably preserved colors, detailed carvings, and impressive architecture. This private guided tour offers a unique opportunity to experience the rich history, mythology, and beauty of ancient Egypt away from the crowded tourist sites.
Day by Day Itinerary
Dendera Temple & Abydos Temple Day Trip from Luxor
After breakfast, your private Egyptologist guide will pick you up from your hotel in Luxor in a modern air-conditioned vehicle to begin your journey to Abydos and Dendera. Start your tour at Abydos, one of the oldest and most sacred cities in ancient Egypt located in Sohag Governorate. Visit the magnificent Temple of Seti I, dedicated to the god Osiris, where ancient Egyptians believed the god of the underworld was buried. Admire the beautifully carved reliefs, historical inscriptions, and impressive temple architecture completed by King Ramesses II. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant in Abydos before continuing to Dendera. Arrive at the Temple of Hathor in Dendera, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt dedicated to Hathor, the goddess of love, music, and joy. Explore the temple’s colorful ceilings, detailed hieroglyphics, and remarkable astronomical carvings that remain visible after thousands of years. After completing your sightseeing tour, transfer comfortably back to your hotel in Luxor.
What's Included & excluded
Included
Pick up and drop off from your hotel in Luxor
Private air-conditioned transportation
Professional English-speaking Egyptologist guide
Entrance fees to all mentioned attractions
Lunch at a local restaurant
Bottled mineral water during the tour
All taxes and service charges
Not Included
Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
Personal expenses
Tipping
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