Sacred Temples of Dendera & Abydos 1 Day Tour

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11.5 Hours

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Friday, Monday, Saturday, Sunday, Thursday, Tuesday, Wednesday

About this tour

Sacred Temples of Dendera & Abydos 1 Day Tour takes you on a full-day journey beyond Luxor to explore two of Egypt’s most sacred temple complexes. Begin at the Temple of Hathor in Dendera, located in Qena Governorate north of Luxor, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt, famous for its grand hypostyle hall, underground crypts, and the celebrated astronomical ceiling with zodiac signs and vibrant star charts. After a traditional lunch, travel further to Abydos, the holy city of Osiris, where the Temple of Seti I reveals exquisitely carved reliefs of gods and pharaohs, the mysterious Osirion, and the renowned Abydos King List. Steeped in mythology and spiritual symbolism, these temples provide a rare window into the deeper beliefs of ancient Egypt, making this excursion ideal for travelers seeking history, culture, and hidden treasures.

Highlights

Temple of Hathor at Dendera: Explore one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt, with its vibrant astronomical ceiling, underground crypts, and detailed reliefs of rituals and zodiac signs.Abydos Temple of Seti I: Discover the sacred sanctuary of Osiris, with exquisite wall carvings of gods, pharaohs, and mythological scenes.Osirion at Abydos: Visit this mysterious underground structure, believed to symbolize rebirth and eternity.Scenic Drive from Luxor: Enjoy the journey through Egypt’s rural landscapes, offering an authentic glimpse of countryside life.Cultural Escape: Step off the usual tourist trail and uncover Egypt’s spiritual heart, perfect for history buffs and cultural travelers.Seamless Experience: Benefit from private transfers, a knowledgeable guide, entrance tickets, and lunch included for a stress-free full-day tour.

Included & Excluded

Tour Itinerary

Begin your journey with a comfortable pickup from your hotel or cruise in Luxor by a private air-conditioned vehicle.

Explore the Temple of Hathor, famous for its astronomical ceiling, zodiac carvings, crypts, and colorful reliefs that bring ancient rituals to life.

Enjoy a traditional Egyptian meal at a local restaurant before continuing your journey.

Discover the stunning reliefs of Abydos, depicting Osiris, Isis, and Horus, as well as the mysterious Osirion linked to ancient Egyptian beliefs of resurrection.

Relax on the scenic drive back to Luxor, passing through the charming landscapes of rural Egypt.

Conclude your spiritual and cultural day tour with a drop-off at your accommodation.

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Accommodation Plan (A): 5★ Hotels

Sofitel Winter Palace Luxor 5* or Similar
Hilton Luxor Resort & Spa 5* or Similar
Steigenberger Nile Palace Luxor 5* or Similar

Rate (Accommodated in 01 DBL Room):
160 US $ per Person in Double Room (Day Tour not included)
Total: 320 US $ for 2 people
Deposit to confirm booking: 80 US $

Accommodation Plan (B): 4★ Hotels

Iberotel Luxor 4* or Similar
Aracan Eatabe Luxor Hotel 4* or Similar
Pyramisa Isis Luxor 4* or Similar

Rate (Accommodated in 01 DBL Room):
120 US $ per Person in Double Room (Day Tour not included)
Total: 240 US $ for 2 people
Deposit to confirm booking: 60 US $

Accommodation Plan (C): 3★ Hotels

Susanna Hotel Luxor 3* or Similar
Gaddis Hotel Luxor 3* or Similar
Emilio Hotel Luxor 3* or Similar

Rate (Accommodated in 01 DBL Room):
85 US $ per Person in Double Room (Day Tour not included)
Total: 170 US $ for 2 people
Deposit to confirm booking: 43 US $

To book your tour a deposit of 25% is required in order to secure your space on the tour including hotel room, cruise cabin, domestic flight ticket, and other travel-related services.

The remaining balance can be paid up to two days prior to your arrival date or in cash upon arrival at the destination to your tour manager, therefore, making your booking a risk-free investment.

Payment Methods:
A secure payment gateway available for payment by credit cards Visa and MasterCard cards alternatively Bank Transfer and PayPal payments available for you.

Each child traveling with two accompanying adults will pay the
following:
- 0 years to 1,99 years of age: Free of charge.
- 2 years to 4,99 years of age: 50% from the full rate.
- 5 years to 11,99 years of age: 75% from the full rate.
-12+ pay full tour price as per adult person.
- If your tour includes airfare then an extra charge for child rate may
apply.

In case you cancel your trip, the following scale of charges will be
applied:

- From the date of booking until 61 days before your arrival date, 15% of the entire tour price will be charged.

-35% of the tour price if you cancel 60-31 days before arrival.

-50% of the tour price if you cancel 30-15 days before arrival.

- 100% of the tour price if you cancel 14-1 days before arrival.

Additionally, airlines charge their fees which are subject to the airlines' terms and conditions, and there's also a 5% bank fee on refunds.

Force Majeure
Here, at Memphis Tours, we prioritize your well-being and safety above all else and for that reason, we have adapted our cancellation policy to reflect our values.

We offer a very flexible cancellation policy in case the government or the airline issues a NOT TO TRAVEL warning to the designated destination.

In the event of this happening, we will refund you the amount paid for the tour package, or in some cases, your payment will be available as future travel credit and travel voucher that can be used towards any of the destinations we operate tours in.

You have the flexibility to apply this amount towards new travel services booked.

Reservations will be adjusted to reflect these travel credits automatically.

Only flight cancellation/changing fees are charged, according to the airline's terms and conditions, and bank surcharges fees are applied to the deposit amount paid.

Familiarize yourself with our full payment policy, cancellation and refund conditions.

Prices are quoted in US Dollars per person per trip and valid, except during Christmas, New Year & Easter holidays.

It is a customary attitude for expressing one's satisfaction of good services rendered to him by staff on duty with him. We advise if you are willing to offer it, this would be great and if not, you are not obliged to do it.