Pickup
Very early collection from your Luxor hotel or cruise.
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Dendera & Abydos Full Day Tour
Duration
12 Hours
Tour Type
Private
Pickup
Included
Availability
Daily
Languages
Multiple Languages
Tour Overview
Two of Egypt's most beautifully preserved temples on a single unforgettable private day trip.
The classic Egyptologist's day trip from Luxor — two of the country's most complete and artistically rich temples in a single private excursion. Begin at Abydos, sacred to Osiris and home to the Temple of Seti I and the mysterious Osireion, then continue to Dendera to explore Hathor's Ptolemaic sanctuary with its restored astronomical ceilings and hidden crypts.
A long but supremely rewarding day, entirely private, air-conditioned and door-to-door.
Tour Highlights
- Temple of Seti I
- Temple of Hathor
- The Osireion
- Restored Ceilings
- Private A/C Transport
- All Entrance Fees
Tour Itinerary
Drive to Abydos
Scenic 2.5-hour drive north through the Nile Valley.
Temple of Seti I & Osireion
The King List, seven chapels and mysterious cenotaph.
Drive to Dendera
One-hour transfer between the two temple sites.
Temple of Hathor
Astronomical ceilings, crypts and rooftop chapels.
Return
Drive back to Luxor with hotel or cruise drop-off.
What's Included
Included
- Entrance Fees Included
- Hotel Pickup & Drop-off
- Private Air-conditioned Vehicle
- Licensed Egyptologist Guide
- Bottled Water
- Taxes & Service Charges
Not Included
- Personal Expenses
- Tips
- Anything not mentioned above
Meeting & Pickup
- Complimentary pickup from your hotel, Nile cruise dock, or airport in the tour city.
- Your private driver and Egyptologist meet you at the lobby / dock at the scheduled time.
- Door-to-door drop-off at the end of the tour.
What to Bring
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Sun hat, sunglasses and sunscreen
- Light, breathable clothing (shoulders covered for temples)
- A refillable water bottle
- Camera (photography permits payable on site where required)
- Small cash for tips and personal expenses
Important Information
- Private tour — operated exclusively for your party.
- Confirmation is provided within a few hours of booking.
- Suitable for most travelers; please advise us of any mobility needs in advance.
- Not recommended for travelers with serious medical conditions without prior consultation.
- Some sites include stairs, uneven ground and limited shade.
- Photography rules vary by site; your guide will advise on the day.
Tour Policies
0–2.99 Years: Free · 3–5.99 Years: 25% · 6–11.99 Years: 50% · 12+: Adult rate.
Pay on the day of your tour. Cash and credit card accepted. No advance payment required — reserve now and pay on your tour date.
All prices are shown in USD. Prices may vary during peak travel periods including Christmas, New Year and Easter Holidays.
FAQ
Everything you need to know before booking Dendera & Abydos Full Day Tour.
Absolutely — they complement each other beautifully and this itinerary is a favourite of returning Egyptologists.
About 6 hours across the day, with air-conditioned comfort throughout.
Typically 6 am — an early start makes the day comfortable and unhurried.
Lunch is on your own account; your guide will arrange a stop between the two sites.
Yes for older children who enjoy exploring; it may be a long day for very young travellers.
Yes at both sites, without flash or tripods.
Tailor-Made
Customize Dendera & Abydos Full Day Tour.
Add this tour to a longer private itinerary — combine it with Nile cruises, other cities and transfers, all designed around you.
Trusted by Travelers
Loved on Google & Tripadvisor.
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4.9
Google · 412 reviews
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Tripadvisor · 287 reviews
Google
“The most exquisitely organized trip I've ever taken. Every guide was a scholar and every hotel a dream.”
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Amelia R.
London, UK
Tripadvisor
“Un'esperienza indimenticabile. From private access at sunrise to our Nile suite — nothing was ordinary.”
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Marco V.
Milan, Italy
Google
“The smoothest, most thoughtful trip we've ever booked. We're already planning our return to Egypt.”
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Sarah K.
New York, USA
