Dendera and Abydos Tour from Marsa Alam
Private Dendera and Abydos Tour from Marsa Alam
Set off on a Dendera and Abydos Tour from Marsa Alam and discover the remarkable Dendera and Abydos temples, two of the most important religious complexes of ancient Egypt.
Begin your journey at the Dendera Temple Complex, where you will explore the magnificent Temple of Hathor, wander through the Great Hypostyle Hall, uncover the hidden crypts, admire the famous Dendera Zodiac, and visit the sacred lake.
Continue to the Abydos Temple Complex to discover the Temple of Seti I, the renowned Abydos King List, the mysterious Osireion, and the Seven Sacred Chapels dedicated to the principal gods of ancient Egypt.
Tour Highlights
| Tour Inclusions | Tour Exclusions |
| Hotel pickup and drop-off service in Marsa Alam. All transfers by private air-conditioned vehicle. Private English-speaking Egyptologist guide. Entrance fees to the mentioned historical sites. Bottled water during the tour. Lunch at a local restaurant. All taxes and service charges. | Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary. Tipping. |
Dendera and Abydos Tour from Marsa Alam Itinerary
Early in the morning, an Axa Tours representative will pick you up from your hotel to begin your Dendera and Abydos Tour from Marsa Alam.
Dendera Temple Complex
Begin your journey with a visit to the Dendera Temple Complex, home to the Temple of Hathor, dedicated to the goddess of love, music, and healing. Most of the temple was built during the late Ptolemaic period, with architectural additions dating back to the Roman era.
Walk through the Great Hypostyle Hall adorned with the faces of the goddess Hathor, then explore the hidden crypts and passageways that conceal the temple’s secrets. See the famous Dendera Light relief, the Mammisi (Birth House), the Christian Basilica, the Chamber of the goddess Nut, the renowned Dendera Zodiac, and the Sacred Lake.
Lunch Break
Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant, where you can savor authentic Egyptian dishes.
Abydos Temple Complex
Continue your journey to the Abydos Temple Complex, one of the most important religious sites in ancient Egypt, dedicated to the worship of Osiris, the god of the afterlife and resurrection. The complex is home to the Temple of Seti I, famous for the Abydos King List, which contains the names of 76 ancient Egyptian kings.
Walk through the temple and explore the chapels dedicated to the principal Egyptian gods, including Ptah, Ra-Horakhty, Amun-Ra, Osiris, Isis, and Horus, as well as the chapel dedicated to King Seti I himself. Then see the Osireion, the funerary monument located behind the temple, along with the Temple of Isis, the Sacred Lake, the ancient Egyptian calendar, the healing sanatorium, and the Chamber of Osiris.
Return
After completing your Dendera and Abydos Tour from Marsa Alam, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Marsa Alam.
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What Makes This Tour Unique?
- A private Dendera and Abydos Tour from Marsa Alam with hotel pickup and drop-off.
- An unforgettable Abydos Dendera tour through two of ancient Egypt’s most remarkable and best-preserved temple complexes.
- Discover the Temple of Hathor, home to the Dendera Zodiac, hidden crypts, the Great Hypostyle Hall, and the Sacred Lake.
- Visit the Temple of Seti I, home to the Abydos King List, the mysterious Osireion, and the Seven Sacred Chapels.
- A private Egyptologist guide bringing the history, mythology, and symbolism of these sacred sites to life.
Tour Prices
Private tour for 4 persons – (120$) per person
Private tour for 3 persons – (145$) per person
Private tour for 2 persons – (145$) per person
Private tour for 1 person – (270$) per person
Children enjoy a 50% discount on standard adult pricing.
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