Enjoy a wonderful full-day Dendera and Abydos tour from Hurghada to dive into the heart of history and visit the amazing Temple of Hathor and the Temple of Seti I. Get the chance to see two of the best-preserved temples in Egypt that stand here today with their intricate carvings and decorations, which are truly breathtaking. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable experience!

There is no doubt that Dendera and Abydos are considered as one of fascinating places to visit during your stay in Egypt. You cannot miss the opportunity to explore these places and know their historical, cultural, and mythological significance.

Your unforgettable full-day trip to Dendera and Abydos from Hurghada starts when you are picked up in the early morning at your hotel in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle heading to Dendera. The way from Hurghada to Dendera may take up to 4 hours of driving, in-route, admire the beautiful views of the mountains from Safaga to Qena, then the breathtaking sights along the Nile River Valley and the villages of Upper Egypt as you make your way from Qena to the Temple of Dendera.

Upon arrival to Dendera, you will visit its outstanding temple that dates to the Ptolemaic Period, and it is dedicated to the worship of Goddess Hathor, who is believed to be the goddess of love, music, and motherhood. In this temple, you will have the chance to see the replica of the famous Dendera Zodiac, which is a fascinating piece of ancient Egyptian astronomy. The original piece is now on display at the Louvre Museum in Paris after being discovered during Napoleon’s Egypt expedition.

Once your visit to Dendera Temple comes to an end, continue your tour with your guide to Abydos. The way from Dendera to Abydos may take up to 1.5 hours of driving. Abydos was a necropolis for Egypt’s earliest kings and later became a pilgrimage center for the worship of the god Osiris, the god of death and fertility. Abydos is known for its impressive temple, built by King Seti I (the father of King Ramesses II), which is intact and has stunning architectural details that are sure to leave you in awe.

After visiting the Temple of King Seti I in Abydos, your guide will take you to one of the oriental restaurants by the temple of Abydos to enjoy a delicious lunch and taste real Egyptian food. Once you are feeling re-energized, jump into your air-conditioned vehicle, relax, and get ready for your return journey to your hotel in Hurghada.