Dendara and Abydos Temples Day Tour from Luxor: Explore Well-Preserved Egyptian Temples

Seize the opportunity to explore two of Egypt’s most intact and potentially finest temples on a private full-day excursion from Luxor. The Abydos temple, also recognized as the Temple of Seti I, and the Hathor Temple at Dendera boast well-preserved colors on their ancient walls.

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Abydos - Arrive at Abydos Temple; built first by King Seti I and completed by his son King Ramesses II, known as(Seti I Temple); where ancient Egyptians made sacred pilgrimages in historic times & believed of God Osiris(the lord of the underworld)to be buried there. The paintings of the Gods& Pharaohs on the walls of Osiris Temple are among the most beautifully preserved in Egypt.
What's Included
  • Expert tour guide
  • Bottled water
  • Private tour
  • Entrance fees to all the mentioned sites
  • All service charges & taxes
  • Pick up services from your hotel in Luxor and return
  • All transfers by air-conditioned vehicle
What's Not Included
  • Any extras not mentioned in the program Tipping
Location
Abydos
Al Balyana
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Mouktara147
Jun 24, 2024
Summer Temple Tours - The temple tours are breathtaking. We went during the summer season so there were very few other tourists. It was amazing seeing the temples that I only seen online in real life.
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Khadir6969
Jun 24, 2024
Great Abydos and Dendera trip - Great experience and transport was great. Food was good and polite tour guide. I would recommend Mohamed as a tour guide for this tour to others.
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Anissa
Jun 23, 2024
Fascinating Journey through Abydos and Dendera - I recently joined the Abydos and Dendera day tour from Luxor with Nile Cruises, and it exceeded my expectations. The Temple of Seti I in Abydos was a highlight with its intricate carvings and well-preserved hieroglyphs. The vibrant colors and detailed zodiac at the Temple of Hathor in Dendera were equally impressive. Our guide was both knowledgeable and passionate, bringing the ancient history to life with engaging stories and facts. The travel between the sites was smooth and enjoyable, with beautiful scenery along the way. This tour is ideal for anyone interested in exploring the lesser-known but equally fascinating parts of Egypt’s ancient history. The organization was flawless, making for a stress-free and enriching experience. Highly recommended for history buffs and curious travelers alike.
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Durssaa
Jun 23, 2024
Incredible Day Tour of Abydos and Dendera - I took the Abydos and Dendera day tour from Luxor with Nile Cruises, and it was amazing. The Temple of Seti I in Abydos had beautiful hieroglyphs and carvings, and the Temple of Hathor in Dendera had vibrant ceiling art and a fascinating zodiac. Our guide was knowledgeable and enthusiastic, making the history interesting. The journey between sites was comfortable and scenic, and the lunch provided was delicious. This tour is perfect for anyone interested in ancient Egyptian history. It was well-organized and less crowded, offering a more personal experience. Highly recommended for history lovers and travelers looking to explore Egypt’s hidden gems.
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Ericfx8629gt
May 16, 2024
Strongly recommend - Our tour of Dendara and Abydos with Mohamed Noor was a fantastic experience. He isn't a typical tour guide who memorizes a few facts and recites them to you, but a true scholar who can not only discuss the facts but the theories behind the facts. Watching him translate hieroglyphs in real-time was a pretty incredible experience. Highly recommended, especially for true history nerds!
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Joseph_c
Dec 29, 2023
A brilliant site with spiritual gravitas. - The guide Ashraf was highly knowledgeable. I saw both the Dendera and Abydos sites with plenty of time for both. They are must-sees if you are in Luxor. Very satisfying private tour.
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Cara_q
Dec 6, 2023
Amazing experience! - If you enjoy 'off the beaten path' experiences, this day trip to Temples at Dendera and Abydos is for you. After a 3+ hour drive into the Sahara desert, you'll reach these two amazing archeological sites. You will be blown away by the interiors of both - the complexity of the architecture, the hieroglyphs and murals, all breathtaking. I was very fortunate to have Ahmed as a tour guide, he was thorough and interesting in his explanations of the details of these sites, and you could tell that he really loves these Temples and enjoys sharing his extensive knowledge with you. Overall, an amazing experience that will stay with you forever. Definitely worth booking!
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Pcg1378qk
Jan 23, 2023
Very professional and knowledgeable guide - 875908833 Osama Ahmed, my guide was very professional and knowledgeable. He gave me a lot of detailed insightful information about the site, places or spot overlooked by other guides. He reads some hieroglyphs tells about his training. He’s also very punctual. I’ recommend him and his tour
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Austinr950
Dec 2, 2022
Dandara half day tour - Mahmoud Haggar and driver Hasan arrived to the hotel punctual with ac car. Temple was beautiful and everything was explained well.
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Ilariab794
Jan 4, 2023
Great tour with Mohamed Sayed - The temple is amazing, definitely worth visiting. We were able to book the tour last minute, which was great as we didn’t miss the day. Our guide Mohamed Sayed, did everything possible during the day to ensure we had a great experience. We had some issues with getting to the temple, because of road blocks, but Mohamed was always calm, persistent and friendly with us, we really appreciated. He also left us enough time to take photos, ask questions. We never felt like we were in a rush, which was truly appreciated.
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