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6 Hours
Availability : Jan 24’ - Dec 24’
Luxor
Dendera, Quena
Min Age : 7+
Max People : 12

Temple of Dendera, Tour from Luxor. Dendera is an ancient site that features the stunning Temple of Hathor, one of the best-preserved temples in the country. You can admire the exquisite reliefs, paintings, and sculptures that depict the goddess of love, joy, and music. You can also explore the sacred lake, the crypts, and the roof terrace, which offer amazing views of the Nile valley.

A tour to the Temple of Dendera from Luxor usually takes about half a day and includes transportation, entrance fees, and a professional guide.

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Tour Details

Dendera, located about 60 km north of Luxor, is home to one of the best-preserved and most fascinating temple complexes in Egypt. Dedicated to the goddess Hathor, the Temple of Dendera is renowned for its vibrant hieroglyphics, intricate reliefs, and well-preserved Greco-Roman architecture.

Departure & Return Location

Hotel in Luxor

Departure Time

08:00 am

Price Includes

  • Private Tour Guide
  • Entrance Fees
  • All transportation in private Air-conditioned Vehicle
  • Pick-up/Drop-off at your hotel in Luxor

Price Excludes

  • Any Private Expenses
  • Meal and Beverages
  • Optional Visit or tickets
  • Tipping for Guide and Driver
What to Expect

A half-day tour to Dendera from Luxor is a great way to see some of the most well-preserved ancient Egyptian temples outside of Luxor. Here’s what you can expect to see:

  • The Temple of Hathor: This beautifully preserved temple complex is dedicated to the goddess Hathor, the goddess of love, music, and beauty. The temple is famous for its colorful reliefs and hieroglyphs, which depict scenes from Egyptian mythology and history.
  • The Dendera Zodiac: This ceiling painting is one of the most famous astronomical representations in the ancient world. It shows the 12 signs of the zodiac, as well as other celestial bodies.
  • The Mammisi: This small temple is dedicated to the birth of the god Horus. It is decorated with reliefs that depict the goddess Isis giving birth to Horus.
  • The Roman Mammisi: This larger temple is also dedicated to the birth of Horus. It was built by the Roman emperor Tiberius and is decorated with Roman-style reliefs.
  • The Crypt: The crypt is a series of underground chambers that were used for religious ceremonies. It is decorated with reliefs that depict the goddess Hathor and other deities.
Itinerary

Pick-up from your hotel

8:00 AM: Your private tour guide will pick you up from your hotel in Luxor. Enjoy the scenic drive along the Nile River to Dendera, which is about 60 km (37 miles) north of Luxor.

Arrival at Dendera Temple

9:30 AM: Arrive at The Dendera Temple complex. Marvel at the imposing exterior walls made of mudbrick, adorned with intricate carvings and reliefs.

Guided tour of the temple

10:00 AM: Start your guided tour of the temple, dedicated to the goddess Hathor, the Egyptian goddess of love, beauty, music, motherhood, and joy. Immerse yourself in the well-preserved, colorful scenes and hieroglyphics that cover the walls and ceilings.

The Hypostyle Hall

10:30 AM: Explore the Hypostyle Hall, supported by 24 massive columns decorated with Hathor’s face. Be amazed by the Zodiac ceiling, a unique astronomical chart depicting the 12 signs of the zodiac.

The House of Birth

11:00 AM: Visit the Mammisi, a small birth house dedicated to the divine birth of Hathor’s son, Ihy. Admire the intricate reliefs depicting the rituals and offerings associated with childbirth.

End of the tour - Return to your hotel

  • 12:00 PM: End your tour of the temple complex and take some time to wander around the grounds on your own. Soak in the atmosphere of this ancient place and capture some breathtaking photos.
  • Depart from Dendera and return to your hotel in Luxor.
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