Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below
Overview
Explore the temple of Dendera and Abydos on the west bank of the Nile. The full-day private tour from Luxor visits the Dendera Zodiac, the reliefs and restored ceilings of Hathor Temple, and the remains of Abydos Temple.
What's included
Transport by Car, Van or Bus
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Driver/guide
Professional art historian guide
Gratuities
Food and drinks, unless specified
What to expect
Dendera Temple of Hathor
2m · Admission ticket included
Your tour begins with pickup from your Luxor hotel in time for an 8am departure. Traveling in the comfort of a private vehicle, set out on the around 1.5-hour journey to Dendera.
On arrival, follow your guide around the magnificent temple complex, taking in highlights such as the Temple of Hathor, the two birth houses, the Coptic Basilica, the sanitarium, and the sacred lake. With your expert guide on-hand to explain the historic importance of each site and answer any questions, you’ll gain an insight into Dendera’s importance throughout the Greek, Ptolemy and Roman periods.
Temple of Rameses II
2h · Admission ticket included
After lunch (own expense), continue to Abydos to discover the ancient center of the Cult of Osiris — the ‘God of the Dead’. Uncover the myths and legends of the Old Kingdom as you make your way around the Temple of Seti I, the Osireion, and the Gallery of Kings.
On return to Luxor, your tour ends with drop-off at your hotel around 5pm.
Please note: this private tour can be customized to your preferences, so you can spend more time at the sights that interest you most.
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
Location Name: Tour departs from centrally located Luxor hotels or Luxor Port
Return Location: Tour returns to original point of departure
Additional information
Wheelchair accessible
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children must be accompanied by an adult
A minimum of 2 adults per booking is required
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
