Attributes

Duration

15 Hours

Run

Daily

private Dandera and Abydos tour from Hurghada

Hurghada Historical trips

Overview

Experience an unforgettable Dendera from Hurghada tour and see its stunning Temple, also known as Hathor and Goddess of Love Temple.

Visit Dendera Temple with a private tour guide for a private Dandera and Abydos tour from Hurghada experience, visiting the Temple of Goddess Hathor considered as one of the goddesses of healing.

The Temple of hathor dendera was predominantly constructed during the Late Ptolemaic Period particularly under Ptolemy XII and Cleopatra VII's rule from 1475-1485 CE.

The Temple of Dendera should not be missed by anyone looking to explore ancient Egyptian history and culture.

Highlights

Discover Dendera's Archaeological sites.
Learn all about Hathor at Temple Dendera.
Behold the remarkable ceiling of Dendera Temple.
Discover archaeological remains from ancient Egyptian dynasties at these impressive archaeological sites.
During the private Dandera and Abydos tour from Hurghada, we will spend some time resting in the desert.

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Start
Your tour guide will pick you up at your hotel in Hurghada at 6:00 AM, arriving at Dendera Temple.
Dendera
Dendera, Egypt, is a small town and former bishopric situated on the western bank of the Nile, approximately five kilometres south of Qena on its opposite bank and approximately 60 km north of Luxor, that remains an Anglican and Latin Catholic titular see.

Dendera Temple complex is considered one of Upper Egypt's best-preserved temple sites.

This temple is one of Egypt's best preserved structures and stands as one of the final examples from Greco-Roman era construction.

Discover an unforgettable blend of Roman decorations alongside Egyptian gods at a temple dedicated to Hathor, goddess of love, joy, happiness, and music.

Start off your Dandera from Hurghada tour by visiting the Temple of Abydos, constructed by King Seti I and completed by Ramses II, known as Seti I's temple.
Abydos
Abydos Egypt was an important site in ancient Egyptian life, perhaps their holiest location, and became a pilgrimage destination, hosting many temples and tombs that could take several days of exploration to fully discover.

After your Dandera from Hurghada tour is over, you will be taken back to your hotel by an accompanying service.
Temple of Abydos egypt
Abydos is located in Upper Egypt, about 10 km from the Nile River.

Historically, it served as a burial ground for Egypt's early kings before becoming a center for worship of Osiris as a god and for celebrating cults dedicated to deified rulers from Ancient Egypt.

Cost Info

Price includes

Private car gets to Dendera and Abydos from Hurghada and returns to the hotel.
Private trip.
Private Tour Guide.

Price excludes

Personal Expenditure.
Optional activities.

What to bring

Sunglasses.
A hat.
Camera.
Wear warm clothing in the winter and loose clothing in the summer.
Please reserve a breakfast box in the reception the evening before the private Dandera and Abydos tour from Hurghada and remember to pick it up in the morning on the tour day.

Why choose this trip?

Egypt Hero Tours' private Dandera and Abydos tour from Hurghada gives guests an extraordinary opportunity to discover one of Egypt's best-preserved and historically significant temples, Dendera's Temple of Hathor and Abydos

Why private Dandera and Abydos tour from Hurghada stands out:

Egypt Hero Tours can provide an insight into the history, architecture, and mythology surrounding Temple of Hathor and Temple of Abydos.
The Temple of Hathor is one of Egypt's best preserved temples, boasting stunning Greco-Roman architecture and intricate carvings.
Egypt Hero Tours ensures an effortless hurghada tours to luxor experience by offering private transportation between your hotel in Hurghada and Dendera and Abydos, returning back again.
Tour packages also include an opportunity for visitors to take a relaxing desert break, offering time to soak in its captivating scenery and reflect upon what they've discovered so far on this exciting journey.
This private Dandera and Abydos tour from Hurghada is ideal for history enthusiasts, culture lovers and anyone seeking an in-depth experience of Ancient Egypt.
By selecting Egypt Hero Tours, you are getting on more than a private Dandera and Abydos tour from Hurghada.

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Is Dendera Temple worth visiting?
The Temple of Dendera offers an excellent opportunity to visit an unusual site without too many tourists crowding the site for visitors interested in ancient Egyptian history and culture.
Why is Dendera famous?
Dendera Temple should be seen as an essential stop during any tour of Egypt to explore its rich historical background, particularly that of legendary Egyptian pharaohs.

Dendera Temple Complex is vast, featuring several distinct temples and patios from various periods in Egyptian history.

Dendera is famous for the Temple of Hathor, which has its famed astronomical ceiling, Dendera Zodiac, and well-preserved reliefs.

Additionally, there are crypts and sacred lakes in the complex.
What is the significance of Dandera in Egyptian history?
Dendera was an essential center of ancient Egyptian religious life and reverenced Hathor, the goddess of love, beauty, music and motherhood.

Dendera played an integral part in these rituals which demonstrated its historical importance.
How long does a typical Dandera tour from Hurghada last?
A Dandera tour from Hurghada typically lasts 12-14 hours, including travel time both to and from Dendera, an approximate three to four hour drive each way, depending on traffic and road conditions.

Temple Complex exploration time of typically two or three hours, additional stops or activities may further extend its overall duration.
Are there any specific dress codes to follow when visiting Dandera?
When visiting Dendera, it is essential that visitors dress modestly and respectfully as it is an historical and cultural site.
Can visitors explore Dandera independently or need a guide?
Yes, visitors to Dendera have the option to explore it independently; however, hiring a guide will greatly enhance their experience.

Cancelation policy

Free Cancellation Policy:

If you cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the scheduled trip, you will receive a full refund.

Late Cancellations

Late Cancellations and Refunds If you cancel less than 24 hours before your trip or fail to show up, a refund will be provided after deducting administrative expenses and permit costs associated with your booking

Refund Processing

Refund Processing Refunds will be processed within a reasonable timeframe and credited back to the original payment method used during booking.