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Dendera Temple And Abydos Temple | Amazing Hurghada Day Trip

Visit both Dendera Temple and Abydos Temple on this budget friendly, self guided day tour from all Hurghada Resorts.

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!

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.

Book your private day trip to Dendera temple and Abydos temple. Available from all resorts.


Dendera Temple And Abydos Temple Day Trip

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Dendera Temple is one of the most well preserved ancient Egyptian temples. Visit Dendera Temple from Hurghada on a day trip. Stop at Dendera on a Luxor transfer

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.

Plus there are plenty of statues at Dendera! Also, there are many other areas to explore. These include an ante-temple. And there is also a birth-house. Plus there is a sacred lake. Although the lake is no longer filled with water. And, of course, a magnificent hypostyle hall. Every inch of the temple is filled with stories! Go up onto the roof. Use the well trodden stairs to get there. Enjoy the view from the roof, it is amazing.


Hathor – the goddess of the people!

Importantly, Hathor was a major goddess of ancient Egypt. Interestingly she was the goddess of miners. In addition, Hathor was the goddess of harvest, music and love! Plus, it is said that Hathor was the goddess of joy. Also the goddess of protection. However, Hathor’s influence extend beyond religion. For example, the famous Eye of Horus symbol. It is said this came from a time when Hathor transformed into a lioness. This was to protect her son Horus from his evil uncle Set. Undoubtably, Hathor was a versatile goddess. Book your Dendera tour today and discover this stunning temple.


Luxor Transfers Including Dendera Temple

By road, travel time to Luxor from Hurghada is about 4 hours and the distance is about 310km. There are a few places where your driver can stop for a short comfort stop during your private transfer to Luxor from Hurghada. We appreciate this is especially important if you are travelling with small children. Also, add a stop at the amazing Dendera Temple. Book your private transfer to Luxor from Hurghada online today!

it is good to know that our online booking service is powered by Bokun (a TripAdvisor company). Meaning you can book you Hurghada to Luxor transfers online with confidence. Plus, your booking includes the TripAdvisor guarantee. Book today!


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16/11/2024

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04/11/2024

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