Dendera Temple of Hathor & Abydos Temple of Osiris Day Trip
Travel north of Luxor to explore two of Egypt's most remarkably preserved ancient temple complexes. Explore fascinatingly at the vibrant astronomical ceiling paintings inside the Temple of Hathor at Dendera, then visit the sacred city of Abydos to admire the famous relief carvings and King List inside the Temple of Seti I.
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Vibrant blue astronomical ceilings at Dendera Hathor Temple
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Seti I Temple & famous Abydos Kings List
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Mystical Osireion underground structure
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Intact pharaonic wall reliefs & crypts
- +Pick up and drop-off from Luxor hotel or cruise ship
- +Private air-conditioned vehicle transfers
- +Entrance tickets to Dendera and Abydos complexes
- +Expert Egyptologist guide
- +Packed lunch box
- –Tipping for guide and driver
- –Personal beverages
- –Souvenirs
- Day 1Drive North & Dendera Temple Tour
Dendera Temple of Hathor
Morning pickup from Luxor hotel and private drive to Qena to visit Dendera Temple complex.
- Day 2Abydos Temple of Seti I Visit
Abydos Temple of Seti I & Osireion
Continue drive north to Abydos for guided exploration of the Seti I Temple and Osireion.
- Day 3Return Drive to Luxor
Luxor Hotel / Nile Cruise
Relaxed afternoon drive back to your accommodation or cruise ship in Luxor.
• Drive time from Luxor to Dendera is approx. 1.5 hours, and onwards to Abydos another 1.5 hours.• Includes visits inside crypts and rooftop staircases at Dendera.
Q: Why are the colors at Dendera Temple so bright?
A: Dendera was buried in sand for centuries, preserving its original vibrant pigments, which were recently cleaned by restorers.
Q: Is this tour suitable as a day trip from Luxor?
A: Yes, it is one of the most popular day excursions departing and returning to Luxor in a single day.
- visa Requirements
- Valid Egyptian Entry Visa required.
- health Requirements
- Basic mobility for step climbing into temple crypts.
- payment Terms
- 20% deposit required at booking, balance payable on pickup day.
- travel Insurance
- Recommended.
- refund
- Full refund to original payment method within 5 business days.
- cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours prior to tour start time.
- accessibility
- Main ground floors accessible; roof staircases and subterranean crypts have step barriers.