Private Full Day Tour: Dendara & Abydos from Luxor

Enjoy a fantastic full-day private trip from Luxor to the temples of Dendera and Abydos. At Abydos, explore the rich history of the cult of Osiris, including the Temple of the Birth of Isis. Then, continue to Dendera to see the Temple of Hathor, the Coptic Basilica, and the Sacred Lake. This is a perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in ancient Egyptian history and marvel at these remarkable sites!

Important Info

• Tour Duration: 10 Hours
• Location: Luxor in Egypt
• Time Log: 7:00 AM
• Scheduling: All week

Highlights

• Learn the history of both Dendera and Abydos in one day
• Dendera Temple, one of the best-preserved sites from Ancient Egypt
• Visit Abydos, one of the oldest cities of Ancient Egypt
• Feel stress-free in the knowledge we are a Professional Registered Company
• All our Egyptologist Guides are Qualified and Fully Licensed
• All our Clients are Insured
• Includes Tourist Police Permit for all Guide, Transport, and Client

Tour Description

Our Valley the Kings qualified Egyptologist Guide will pick you up from your hotel or Nile Cruise in a private A/C vehicle at about 7:00 AM in Luxor to accompany you to discover the ancient sites. We start our visit by going to Abydos, where the ancient Egyptians believed the Lord of the Underworld was buried. The temple, built by King Seti I and completed by King Ramses II, is known as the Temple of Seti I. It is located in Abydos city, about 420 km south of Cairo. The paintings of the Gods and Pharaohs on the walls of the Osiris Temple at Abydos are among the most beautifully preserved in Egypt. Next, we will journey to Dendera to visit the Temple of Hathor, the goddess of love and joy. After enjoying your visit, you will have a comfortable and safe drive back to your Hotel or Nile Cruise in Luxor.

Additional Helpful Information

• We recommend you wear sunglasses
• Our cars include limousines, HIACE, and minivans, all A/C
• We recommend you always carry a bottle of water
• We recommend you wear suitable shoes
• We recommend you use sunscreen in summer
• We recommend you wear light clothing due to high temperatures in summer
• Yes, only your group will participate
• We recommend you wear long trousers in winter
• We recommend you take a jacket in winter
• Yes, you can use USD, Euro, English Pound, and Egyptian Pound
• Yes, feel stress-free knowing we are a Professional Registered Company
• Yes, all our Egyptologist Guides are Qualified and Fully Licensed
• Yes, all our private cars are very comfortable with professional drivers
• Yes, all our clients are insured
• Yes, we can drop you off at a different point if you prefer
• No, there is no special dress code
• There are baby seats and seat belts in all vehicles
• Yes, you are allowed to take photos at Dendera and Abydos Temples
• Dendera Temple opens at 6:00 AM and closes at 5:00 PM
• Abydos Temple opens at 6:00 AM and closes at 5:00 PM
• This is a medium-to-get-around tour
• The distance from Luxor to Dendera Temple is approximately 45 minutes
• The distance from Dendera Temple to Abydos Temple is approximately 90 minutes
• Yes, you can change your tour to another day if needed
• In regards to tipping, it depends on you as the customer how satisfied you are with the service and how much you would like to give

Pricing

Price Policy

Our prices are quoted in USD, but we also accept Euros and Sterling. The prices are per person and per trip, except during peak seasons such as Christmas, New Year, and Easter holidays. You can easily change the currency by clicking the icon at the bottom of the page.

Children Policy

• Ages 0 - 1.99: Free of charge
• Ages 2 - 11.99: Pay 50% of the tour price
• Ages 12 and above: Pay the full tour price as an adult

Note: For domestic flights included in your tour, children aged 0-2 incur a fee of $15. Children aged 2 and above are classified as adults.

Payment Policy

A deposit of 25% of the total tour price is required. During peak times (Christmas, New Year, and Easter), the deposit increases to 50%. Payment can be made via bank transfer (details will be provided), Western Union, or online.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation fees are as follows:

• More than 1 week in advance: No cancellation fee
• 3 to 6 days in advance: 50% cancellation fee
• Within 2 days of departure: 100% cancellation fee

Important: All flights require a 100% cancellation fee.

Tipping

If you are satisfied with the services provided, it is customary to give a gratuity, although you are not obligated to do so.