Visit both Dendera Temple and Abydos Temple on this budget friendly, day tour from Makadi.
The Temple of Hathor is the largest and most impressive of the buildings in this religious complex. It is visually stunning with a grand entrance. The detailed carvings and hieroglyphs will catch your eye. Additionally, the beautifully decorated ceilings are magnificent. Look upwards when you explore the Temple of Hathor!
The Temple of Seti in Abydos was built by Seti I and his son, Rameses II. Seti was a pharaoh of Egypt in the Nineteenth Dynasty, ruling from 1290-1279 BCE. Seti had a huge impact on ancient Egypt. He opened mines and rebuilt damaged temples. Plus, he also continued the construction on the hypostyle hall of Karnak.
Your driver will wait for you whilst you spend time exploring both temple complexes. Your driver will advise you on timings so that you make the most of your day.
Your trip includes a general entry ticket into both temples.
Pickup included
Transfer time from Makadi resorts to Dendera Temple is approximately 3 hours. Travel time is included in the total tour time.
Dendera Temple complex is located on the west bank of the Nile. Located South of Qena, in Upper Egypt, it is home to the stunning Temple of Hathor. In fact, the Temple of Hathor is the largest building in this religious complex. Plus, it is also the most impressive. Undeniably, it is visually stunning. Particularly the grand entrance, take your time here! The detailed carvings and hieroglyphs will catch your eye. Additionally, the beautifully decorated ceilings are magnificent. Also, look upwards when you explore the Temple of Hathor! Dendera is considered to be a masterpiece of ancient Egyptian architecture. This is because of its many complex features. Including beautiful painted ceilings. Plus many hieroglyphic inscriptions. When visiting, learn about the main structure, the Temple of Hathor. The Temple of Hathor includes two separate sections. First is the forecourt area. Then the sanctuary of Hathor. In addition, each area of the temple is highly decorated.
The temple of Seti (Abydos) has an unusual L-shaped ground plan and was built primarily of limestone, with the occasional use of sandstone in different areas throughout the structure. The temple was completed after Seti I's death, by his son, Ramesses II, whose cartouches are found in certain parts of the temple, along with his characteristic sunk relief style, that is different from the very fine raised relief of his father.
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 5 minutes before departure time.
On this door to door, day tour your driver will meet you outside the reception area at your hotel or at another pick up location of your choice. Pick up time will be approximately 05.00. However we will confirm this the evening before your trip.
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel It is important to know that a tour permit is required for this tour. We would need to arrange this permit 24 hours before you travel. To enable us to do this we must receive a photo of the photo page in all passports. Plus we will need all room numbers for those travelling. All documents should be sent to us 48 hours before the date of transfer.
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