Full Day Dendera and Abydos Private Tour From Hurghada
The Dendera Temple Complex is one of the best-preserved temple sites in Egypt and is dedicated primarily to the goddess Hathor, who was associated with music, dance, fertility, and love in ancient Egyptian religion.
Both Dendera and Abydos are culturally and historically rich sites, allowing visitors to delve into the world of ancient Egypt, exploring its mythology, architectural brilliance, and the remnants of a fascinating civilization that continues to intrigue people worldwide.
Abydos holds a prominent place in Egyptian mythology and religion. It was considered one of the holiest sites in ancient Egypt. The Osiris myth, centered around life, death, and rebirth, was intricately tied to Abydos. The belief was that Osiris, after being murdered by his brother Set, was buried in Abydos, leading to its importance as a burial site and a place of pilgrimage.
Dendera is situated around 60 kilometers north of Luxor, Abydos is located in Upper Egypt, about 11 kilometers west of the Nile.
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Full Day Dendera and Abydos Private Tour From Hurghada
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What's included in Full Day Dendera and Abydos Private Tour From Hurghada
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Dendera Temple Complex
The main highlight, dedicated to the goddess Hathor, boasts incredibly well-preserved ancient Egyptian architecture, with its stunning hieroglyphs, reliefs, and the famous Dendera Zodiac.
Abydos
Temple of Seti I: The main attraction at Abydos, this temple is dedicated to the god Osiris and was primarily constructed by Seti I and completed by his son, Ramesses II. The temple is adorned with intricate carvings, reliefs, and hieroglyphs, depicting religious scenes and the pharaohs' association with the gods.
Osireion: This enigmatic structure near the Seti I temple has sparked much debate among archaeologists. Believed to be a cenotaph or a symbolic tomb of Osiris, it stands as a unique and mysterious architectural site (please note the place can be visited in conditions only)
Inclusions
- Entrance fee
- Lunch
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Drinks with the lunch
- Transportation fee from El Gouna / Sahl Hasheesh charged extra 5 Euro per person
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please note that the journey takes 4-5 hours each way from and to Hurghada.
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Please arrive at the pick up point 30 minutes before departure time.
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Please note that the tour is considered as private tour - pick up from 2 persons.