From Luxor: Day trip to Abydos and Dendera
ID: GYG468399-835581
Category:
Country: Egypt
Duration:
11:00 hours
Description
Travel across the country, Witness the stunning ancient art at the Osiris Temple of Abydos, and admire the beautiful structure of the Dendera temple.
our driver will pick you up in the morning from your accommodation in Luxor to start the exciting tour to Dendera and the city of Abydos.
After arriving in Qena the location of the first visit for the day, The Temple of Dendera, one of the best sights in Egypt, called initially Tentyris, was one of the most important religious centers in ancient Egypt. It is situated on the west bank of the Nile, south of Qena in Egypt.
After spending some quality time learning about the history and the stories behind the temple and enjoying Egyptian lunch in a local restaurant with your private Egyptologist, you start the drive to the next stop, the city of Abydos.
The city of Abydos is a prominent sacred city and one of the most important archaeological sites of ancient Egypt. The tombs in the city have yielded a rich harvest of intact pottery, royal emblems, ivory labels, and the names of several predynastic kings.
when you're done you'll be back in the car have a little nap, and enjoy the road back to Luxor, the driver will drop you off at your accommodation safe and sound after having dinner in a restaurant in Luxor.
Highlights
- Discover the hidden treasures of Upper Egypt.
- Visit the oldest city in Egypt, Abydos.
- See the tombs of the Early Dynastic Period.
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.