Private Dendera and Abydos Temples Day Trip from Luxor
At a glance
- Duration
- 6–7 hours
- Price from
- $136 / person
- Location
- Luxor, Egypt
- Languages
- DE, AR, EN, IT
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Egypt Day Tours
Description
Two of the best-preserved temples in all of Egypt sit north of Luxor, and far fewer travelers make the trip to see them. At Dendera, the Temple of Hathor still wears its original color: a ceiling of deep blue painted with the night sky, vast columns crowned with the cow-eared face of the goddess, and a carved zodiac on the roof. At Abydos, the Temple of Seti I holds the King List, a wall naming 76 pharaohs in order, and some of the finest raised relief carving anywhere, alongside the mysterious Osireion behind it. Your Egyptologist makes sense of it all. It is a long day with real driving, but the reward is two masterpieces with hardly a crowd in sight. Ideal for repeat visitors and serious temple lovers who want depth over the standard Luxor loop.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Next available
- Fri, Oct 16
- Adult (ages 12+)
- $136
- Child (ages 3–11)
- $60
- Infant (ages 0–2)
- Free
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 15.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Dendera Temple of Hathor
About 90 minutes north of Luxor, the Temple of Hathor at Dendera is one of the most complete temples in Egypt, and the most colorful. You walk into the great hypostyle hall and look up at a ceiling that still holds its original deep-blue night sky and astronomical scenes, recently cleaned of centuries of soot. Columns carry the cow-eared face of Hathor, goddess of love and music, and a stairway leads to roof chapels and a copy of the famous Dendera zodiac. Your guide reads the ceiling like a star map.
Temple Of Seti I
Further north at Abydos stands the Temple of Seti I, dedicated to Osiris, god of the afterlife, and one of the holiest places in ancient Egypt. Inside, the carving is exceptional: raised relief so crisp it looks freshly cut, with paint surviving in the inner chapels. Here is the Abydos King List, naming 76 pharaohs in order, a roll call Egyptologists still rely on. Behind the temple lies the Osireion, a strange water-filled megalithic structure tied to the Osiris myth. Few tourists reach this far, so it is often just you and the stone.
What's included
Included
Bottled water
Hotel pickup and drop-off in Luxor in private air-conditioned vehicle
Private Egyptologist guide.
All entrance fees to Dendera Temple and Abydos Temple
All Service charges and taxes.
Not included
Gratuities for guide and driver
Personal activities cost.
Pickup Locations & Times
Please share your hotel name and address in Luxor when booking. Your guide will meet you at the hotel lobby early in the morning for the long drive to Abydos (approximately 3-4 hours north of Luxor), then to Dendera on the return. This is a full-day temple tour with significant total driving. Modest dress recommended at temple sites. Comfortable closed-toe shoes essential.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Private Dendera and Abydos Temples Day Trip from Luxor take?
Private Dendera and Abydos Temples Day Trip from Luxor lasts about 6–7 hours. The itinerary has 2 stops.
How much does Private Dendera and Abydos Temples Day Trip from Luxor cost?
Prices start at $136 per person for this Luxor experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Private Dendera and Abydos Temples Day Trip from Luxor run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day.
How much does Private Dendera and Abydos Temples Day Trip from Luxor cost for children?
Children aged 3–11 pay from $60, adults from $136. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Private Dendera and Abydos Temples Day Trip from Luxor for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Please share your hotel name and address in Luxor when booking. Your guide will meet you at the hotel lobby early in the morning for the long drive to Abydos (approximately 3-4 hours north of Luxor), then to Dendera on the return. This is a full-day temple tour with significant total driving. Modest dress recommended at temple sites. Comfortable closed-toe shoes essential. Pickup points include Pyramids Luxor Hotel, Pavillon Winter Luxor.
What languages is Private Dendera and Abydos Temples Day Trip from Luxor offered in?
The experience is available in DE, AR, EN, IT, FR, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
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