Overview
Tour Description
A private day trip north of Luxor to two temples that many visitors never see and nobody forgets: the Temple of Hathor at Dendera, with its painted ceilings and the famous zodiac, and the Temple of Seti I at Abydos, with some of the finest reliefs in all of Egypt. Both are quiet compared with Luxor, so you have time to look.
We are a Luxor-based company, so these are the tours our guides know best.
Highlights
- The Temple of Hathor at Dendera, with its restored blue ceilings
- The roof chapels and the Dendera zodiac
- A relief of Cleopatra VII and her son Caesarion
- The Temple of Seti I at Abydos and the King List
- The mysterious Osireion
Itinerary
Private day trip to Dendera and Abydos
We leave Luxor early and reach Dendera at around 8:30 AM. Your Egyptologist shows you the Temple of Hathor, built mainly under the last Ptolemies, including Cleopatra VII, and finished under the Romans. Look for the restored ceilings, the roof chapels where the zodiac was found and the relief of Cleopatra and Caesarion on the back wall.
After lunch you drive on to Abydos, the cult center of Osiris. The Temple of Seti I, completed by his son Ramses II, has some of the most delicate reliefs in Egypt and the King List, which names 76 earlier pharaohs. Behind it lies the Osireion. You return to Luxor in the evening.
Duration: about 10 hours.
Included and Excluded
- Hotel pick-up and return in Luxor
- Private Egyptologist guide
- Private air-conditioned vehicle
- Entrance fees
- Lunch and drinks
- Tips
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FAQs
How much does the Dendera and Abydos day trip cost?
It depends on group size: $300 (1 person), $250 (2 people), $200 (3 to 4 people), $150 (5 to 8 people), $100 (9 to 15 people), $80 (16 to 35 people) per person.
How far are Dendera and Abydos from Luxor?
Dendera is about one hour north of Luxor by road, and Abydos about two and a half hours.
Is it worth the drive?
Yes. Both temples are among the best preserved in Egypt and far quieter than Luxor's main sites.
Can we visit only Dendera?
Yes, as a half-day trip. Ask us for the price.
How many days do I need in Luxor?
Two full days covers the highlights.
