DENDERA
ABYDOS

ITINERARY

Morning Pickup — Luxor Hotel or Nile Cruise
Your private Egyptologist and driver will meet you at your hotel or Nile cruise for a scenic journey north through the Nile Valley. Pass villages, palm groves, and fields that reflect Egypt’s timeless rural life as you travel about 3 hours to reach Abydos.

Stop 1 — Temple of Seti I at Abydos
One of Egypt’s most sacred sites, Abydos was believed to be the burial place of Osiris, god of the afterlife. The temple, begun by Seti I and completed by Ramesses II, is famed for its exquisite wall reliefs — some of the most detailed and beautifully preserved in Egypt — and the Abydos King List, a chronological record of pharaohs carved into stone.

Scenic Drive to Dendera — Through the Heart of the Nile Valley
After exploring Abydos, enjoy a 2-hour drive south through the quiet countryside and riverside villages. The road traces the curve of the Nile, offering glimpses of palm groves, farmers tending their fields, and timeless scenes of rural Egypt.

Stop 2 — Temple of Hathor at Dendera
Dedicated to Hathor, goddess of love, music, and joy, Dendera’s temple is one of the best-preserved in all Egypt. Originally built by Pharaoh Ptolemy XII and completed during the reign of Cleopatra VII, it stands as a masterpiece of late Pharaonic architecture. Explore its grand hypostyle hall and the famous Zodiac of Dendera, carved into the richly painted ceiling. Every wall, column, and chamber reflects the celestial harmony and artistry of Egypt’s Ptolemaic era.

Return Transfer — Luxor Hotel or Nile Cruise
Travel about 1.5 hours back to Luxor, arriving by late afternoon. Relax in comfort as your private driver returns you to your hotel or cruise, carrying with you the serenity and sacred energy of these two magnificent temples.