Private Tour Dendera and Abydos From Hurghada
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Hurghada
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Duration
15 Hours -
Available days:
Available Every Day -
Adults
80 £ -
Children
60 £ -
Pickup Time
05:00 AM
Tour Highlights:
Private Tour to Dendera & Abydos – Discover Hidden Ancient Temples
Explore two of Egypt’s most impressive and less crowded temples on a private full-day tour from Hurghada to Dendera and Abydos.
Your Egyptologist guide will pick you up from your hotel at around 5:00 AM in a private air-conditioned vehicle for a fascinating historical journey.
Dendera Temple Complex – Temple of Hathor
Arrive at Dendera around 08:30 AM. Located north of Luxor, the Temple of Dendera is one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt.
Highlights include:
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The Temple of Hathor, goddess of love, joy, music and happiness
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The famous Zodiac ceiling
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Greco-Roman decorations blending Roman rulers and Egyptian gods
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A beautiful relief of Queen Cleopatra VII
This temple offers incredible colors, carvings, and detailed hieroglyphs.
Abydos Temple – Temple of Seti I
Continue to Abydos, one of the most important religious sites of ancient Egypt.
The Temple of Seti I was built by King Seti I and completed by Ramses II. It is famous for:
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Stunning wall carvings
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The Abydos King List
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Deep spiritual importance in ancient Egyptian belief
Abydos was strongly associated with the afterlife and considered a sacred pilgrimage destination for ancient Egyptians.
Lunch in Abydos
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant near Abydos temple before heading back.
After completing the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Hurghada.
Additional Information:
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Extra 5 USD per person for hotels in Soma Bay, Safaga, Sahl Hasheesh & Makadi Bay
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Private tour with private guide and vehicle
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Suitable for history lovers and cultural travelers
Included in the price:
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Extra 5 USD per person for hotels in Soma Bay, Safaga, Sahl Hasheesh & Makadi Bay
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Private tour with private guide and vehicle
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Suitable for history lovers and cultural travelers
Not Included in the price:
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Drinks in the restaurant
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Personal expenses
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Optional activities
What to take with you:
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Sunglasses
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Sun hat
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Camera
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Warm clothes in winter / light clothes in summer
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Breakfast box from hotel (request the day before)
Questions & Answers:
Yes, this is a fully private tour with your own vehicle and professional Egyptologist guide.
The tour lasts approximately 15 hours including transportation and sightseeing.
Yes, lunch at a local restaurant in Abydos is included. Drinks are not included.
Yes, the tour is suitable for children, especially families interested in ancient Egyptian history.
