Private Half-day Dendera Temple Tour From Luxor
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
A half-day tour to Dendera to visit the Temple of Hathor offers a truly unforgettable experience, immersing you in the grandeur of ancient Egyptian history and culture. This temple, dedicated to the goddess Hathor, is not only one of Egypt's most well-preserved temples but also a remarkable example of ancient Egyptian architecture and artwork. One of the most striking features of the Temple of Hathor is its incredible state of preservation. As you approach the temple, you’ll be amazed by how vibrant and fresh the artwork appears, despite the centuries that have passed since it was created. The columns, some of which are adorned with stunning carvings of Hathor and other deities, look almost as if they’ve been newly restored. The ceiling, famous for its depiction of the zodiac, is another highlight. The celestial imagery is so detailed and precise that it feels as though you’ve stepped into a grand cosmic celebration. The sun seems to shine down on the temple
Inclusions
What's included
- Egyptologist Guide is Qualified and Fully Licensed
- All Fees and Taxes
- Entry/Admission - Dendera Temple Complex
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- All service charges & taxes
- A bottle of water during your trip
- Entry/Admission of Dendera Temple
What's not
- extra 10 $ in case of airport picking up
Itinerary
Your Egyptologist Guide will pick you up from your hotel/nile cruise to accompany you for your tour to Hathor Temple in Dendera. It was one of the principal cult centers of the goddess Hathor" Goddess of Maternity ,Joy ,Music ,and love", The Greeks identified goddess Hathor as Aphrodite. The temple is one of the latest discovered, it features Egyptian gods and Roman emperors alongside in its decorations as the temple was established during the Romanian times, and dedicated to the wife of god Horus. Also you can view the beautiful ceiling which depicts the Dendera Zodiac including the signs of Libra the Balance and Taurus the Bull. After you have enjoyed this interesting visit you will be transferred back to your Hotel/Nile cruise in Luxor.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- elite trip
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Luxor
- Its from-price is 64% below the median of the 4411 experiences we list in Luxor.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 456 of 4411.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Luxor
Luxor stands on the site of ancient Thebes, with vast temples on the Nile's east bank and the royal tombs of the Valley of the Kings across the river.
On the east bank, the Karnak temple complex spreads across acres of pylons, obelisks and the forest of columns in its Great Hypostyle Hall. An avenue of sphinxes links it to Luxor Temple in the town centre, which is especially atmospheric when lit up in the evening. The Luxor Museum and the Mummification Museum sit along the riverside corniche.
Top-ranked sights in Luxor: Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut (at Deir el-Bahari), Colossi of Memnon.
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