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  • Luxor Dendera Individual Trip Hurghada

    Luxor Dendera Individual Trip Hurghada

    Sale! $90,00$250,00
    If you're looking for a day trip to explore the wonders of Egypt, we highly recommend a private excursion to Dendera-Luxor from Hurghada. During this tour, you'll have the opportunity to see several incredible monuments that will leave you in awe. You'll start your adventure in eastern Luxor, where you'll visit the magnificent Karnak temple. Afterwards, you'll get a chance to enjoy a delicious lunch. In the western part of Luxor, you'll see the Colossi of Memnon, which stand at the entrance of the Temple of Amenhotep III. Finally, you'll head to Dendera to visit the temple of the goddess Hathor and also stop by the temple of Queen Hatshepsut. This private day tour will provide you with a private car and guide, ensuring your safety and comfort throughout the trip. We understand that travelling can be exhausting, which is why we want to ensure that your trip is as comfortable as possible. We'll pick you up from your hotel in Hurghada by private air-conditioned taxi and take you on a scenic drive to Dendera temple, which is approximately 231 km away. Upon arrival, you'll have the opportunity to visit the Temple of Hathor, which was constructed during the Late Ptolemaic period. You'll marvel at the incredible design of the temple, which is in accordance with other classical Egyptian temples. You'll also see scenes portraying the Ptolemaic rulers, including a massive relief of Cleopatra VII and her son by Julius Caesar and co-ruler Ptolemy XV. Afterwards, we'll drive you to Luxor to visit the Temple of Karnak, the largest ancient religious site known anywhere in the world. You'll be amazed by the impressive size of the temple complex, which covers 247 acres of land. Following your visit, you'll enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant on the west bank. Then, you'll visit the Valley of the Kings, which is the final resting place of Egypt's rulers from the 18th to the 20th dynasty. You'll have the opportunity to explore tombs, including the great Pharaoh Ramses II and boy Pharaoh Tutankhamun. The tombs are well-preserved and stocked with all the material goods a ruler might need in the afterlife. If you wish to visit the Tomb of The Young Pharaoh Tutankhamon, it costs an additional 200 Egyptian Pounds. You'll also have a chance to see the Colossi of Memnon, which are two massive stone statues of King Amenhotep III and the only remains of a complete mortuary temple. The two statues, known as the Colossi of Memnon, rise about 18 meters from the plain and are the remains of what was once the largest complex on the west bank, built by Amenhotep the Third. The statues are made from blocks of quartzite sandstone, which were moved 700 km to Luxor from Cairo. Finally, we'll transfer you back to your hotel in Hurghada by private air-conditioned vehicle. We hope you enjoy your private day tour to Dendera and Luxor, and we're here to help make your trip as safe and comfortable as possible.
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  • Luxor Dendera Private Tour El Gouna

    Luxor Dendera Private Tour El Gouna

    Sale! $90,00$250,00
    Join us on a day tour from El Gouna and immerse yourself in the wonders of the Dendera Temple. With our knowledgeable English-speaking Egyptologist guide, you will explore several notable monuments, including the Karnak temple, the Colossi of Memnon, and the temple of Queen Hatshepsut. After a delicious lunch, we will take you to the temple of goddess Hathor in Dendera before safely returning to your hotel in El Gouna. Experience the real Luxor with a private day tour by car, accompanied by your guide. You will visit the Valley of Kings, the burial place of Egypt's most powerful kings, and the Colossi of Memnon. The Temple of Karnak is an unmissable attraction, the largest ancient religious site known in the world. End your day with an optional traditional sailboat tour during the late afternoon, or customize your itinerary. Our package includes pick-up services, entrance fees, lunch, and all service charges and taxes. Join us for an unforgettable adventure in Luxor.
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  • Dendera Abydos Tour El Gouna

    Dendera Abydos Tour El Gouna

    Sale! $130,00$250,00
    Embark on a thrilling personal journey to the awe-inspiring Abydos-Dendera from El Gouna, where you'll be treated to a visit to the exhilarating Temples of Abydos. And that's not all! Take a break and indulge in a delicious lunch before setting your sights on the magnificent Dendera Temple complex. With transfers, entrance tickets, and lunch all included in the trip price, you can sit back and relax while enjoying some of the most mesmerizing destinations in Egypt. An unforgettable Dendera & Abydos day tour from El Gouna awaits you, so why wait? Book now and experience the magic for yourself! Prepare to be enchanted by a Private day tour of the Dendera temple and Abydos temples from El Gouna, where you'll have the opportunity to visit the temple of Hathor, the Goddess of Love, Music, and Healing. Then, journey to Abydos and visit the temple of Osiris, a place of immense significance to ancient Egyptians. Just as modern Muslims aspire to complete a pilgrimage to Mecca at least once in their lifetime, ancient Egyptians dreamed of visiting Abydos. This place was strongly linked to the afterlife. Don't miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime adventure!
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  • Luxor Dendera Tour El Gouna

    Luxor Dendera Tour El Gouna

    Sale! $40,00$80,00
    Get ready for a mind-blowing adventure on the expedition to Dendera and Luxor from El Gouna! The West Bank Necropolis, situated across the River Nile, will leave you spellbound with magnificent monuments, temples, and tombs. Brace yourself for an explosive sightseeing tour, including the majestic Karnak temple, where we'll halt for a delicious lunch. In the western part of Luxor, you'll be awestruck by the Colossi Memnon, located in the Temple of Amenhotep III, and the queenly temple of Queen Hatshepsut. And when you thought it couldn't get any better, we'll head to Dendera to explore the phenomenal temple of the goddess Hathor. This journey will leave you breathless!
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  • Dendera Abydos Private Tour Safaga

    Dendera Abydos Private Tour Safaga

    Sale! $80,00$290,00
    Embark on a thrilling adventure to the hidden gems of Dendera and Abydos, easily accessible from Safaga in just one day! Immerse yourself in the awe-inspiring Temples of Abydos and explore their magnificent beauty. Take a break to savour a delicious lunch before moving on to the Temple of Hathor in Dendera, where you'll discover the secrets of the goddess of love and joy. Don't miss out on this unforgettable experience! The entire trip, including transfers, entrance tickets, and lunch, is included in the price.
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  • Luxor Dendera Private Tour from Safaga

    Luxor Dendera Private Tour Safaga

    Sale! $250,00
    You're in for a fantastic treat on the one-day individual excursion to Dendera-Luxor from Safaga! You'll get to witness several breathtaking monuments, including the magnificent Karnak temple in eastern Luxor and the awe-inspiring Colossi of Memnon standing tall at the Temple of Amenhotep III entrance in the western part of Luxor. That's not all - you'll also explore the temple of Queen Hatshepsut and relish a delicious lunch. To top it all off, the program in Luxor concludes with a visit to the temple of the goddess Hathor in Dendera. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure!
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  • Luxor Dendera Trip Safaga

    Luxor Dendera Trip Safaga

    Sale! $70,00$90,00
    Experience the wonders of ancient Egypt with a personalized day tour from Safaga to Dendera and Luxor. Immerse yourself in the rich history of these two magnificent cities as you explore their world-renowned archaeological sites. Travel through time as you visit the stunning Karnak temple and the awe-inspiring Colossi Memnon. Marvel at the majestic temple of Queen Hatshepsut and discover the secrets of the goddess Hathor at the Dendera temple. Book now and embark on a journey of a lifetime!
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  • Abydos Dendera Private Trip Marsa Alam

    Abydos Dendera Private Trip Marsa Alam

    Sale! $180,00$250,00
    Embark on a thrilling journey through time and space as you explore the wonders of ancient Egypt on an exhilarating full-day trip from Marsa Alam! Get ready to experience the awe-inspiring Temples of Abydos as you marvel at the impressive architecture and soak in the rich history of this legendary site. Take a break to indulge in a mouth-watering lunch before continuing to the breathtaking Dendera Temple complex. Join us for a private day tour of Dendera temples and Abydos temples from Marsa Alam and immerse yourself in the fascinating world of Egyptian mythology. Visit the temple of Hathor, The Goddess of Love, Music and Healing, and then travel to Abydos to explore the temple of Osiris. Abydos was one of the most revered religious sites to ancient Egyptians, and for them, it was strongly associated with the entrance into the afterlife. Just like modern Muslims hope to complete a pilgrimage to Mecca at least once in their lifetime, ancient Egyptians had dreams of visiting Abydos. Don't miss out on this incredible adventure! With transfers, entrance tickets and lunch included in the trip price, you'll have everything you need to make unforgettable memories.
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  • Dendera Luxor Private Trip Marsa Alam

    Dendera Luxor Private Trip Marsa Alam

    Sale! $150,00$250,00
    You explore several monuments on the one-day private excursion to Dendera-Luxor from Marsa Alam. Prepare to be awe-struck as you venture into the western part of Luxor to glimpse the magnificent Colossi of Memnon standing guard at the Temple of Amenhotep III entrance! But that's just the beginning of your adventure. Prepare to be transported back in time in eastern Luxor as you explore the grand Karnak temple. And no visit to Luxor is complete without paying homage to the temple of Queen Hatshepsut. But wait, there's more! You'll also get to indulge in a tasty lunch. And as if that's not enough, your tour ends with a visit to the stunning temple of goddess Hathor in Dendera. Experience this and more with a Private day tour to Luxor and Dendera temple from Marsa Alam by Private Car and Private tour guide. As you make your way to Luxor, don't forget to take in the beauty of the Dendera temple, one of the most beautiful temples in Egypt. Don't miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime adventure!
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    Abydos Dendera Trip Luxor

    Sale! $100,00$200,00
    Are you ready for an adventure like no other? Join us on an incredible journey from Luxor to Abydos and Dendera to explore two ancient temples full of history and artwork. Your expert Egyptologist guide will take you on a mesmerizing tour of the Abydos Temple, where you'll witness the impressive art reliefs showcasing the pharaohs of Egypt and the seven chapels dedicated to different gods. But that's not all; you'll also get to see the enigmatic Osireion, believed to be the tomb of the god Osiris. Afterwards, we'll stop for lunch before heading to the Dendera Temple Complex, one of the best-preserved temple complexes in Egypt. The recently cleaned ceiling of the Hathor temple will leave you in awe of its vibrant and colourful paintings dating back to antiquity. Don't miss the widely known Dendera zodiac relief and the scenes depicting Cleopatra VII and her son by Julius Caesar, Caesarion. With pickup and drop-off at your Luxor hotel or Nile Cruise, this full-day private tour is the perfect way to explore ancient Egypt's remarkable history and artwork. So, what are you waiting for? Join us on this adventure and discover the mysteries of Abydos and Dendera!
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    Abydos Dendera Individual Trip Hurghada

    Sale! $70,00$250,00
    Embark on a breathtaking journey to Abydos-Dendera from Hurghada and discover the awe-inspiring Temples of Abydos. Get ready to be blown away by the temple's beauty, and after your visit, indulge in a mouth-watering lunch before heading to the Dendera Temple complex. The tour package covers everything from transportation to admission tickets and lunch, so you can sit back, relax and enjoy your day tour of the Dendera and Abydos Temples from Hurghada. Explore the breathtaking Temple of Hathor, the goddess of love, music, and healing, and then move on to the Temple of Osiris in Abydos, a significant religious site for the ancient Egyptians. Just like modern Muslims aspire to complete a pilgrimage to Mecca at least once in their lifetime, ancient Egyptians dreamed of visiting Abydos, which was closely linked to the gateway into the afterlife. Your adventure with Landious Travel starts with a pick-up from your Hurghada hotel at 6:00 am. You will then travel to the Dendera Temple, which is around 220 kilometres from Hurghada, with a stop in the desert. Get ready to be mesmerized by the temple's history as an Egyptologist tour guide joins you at Dendera at 8:30 am. The Temple of Hathor was primarily built during the Late Ptolemaic period and is modelled after other classic Egyptian temples. You will also come across depictions of the Ptolemaic rulers, including the legendary Cleopatra VII and her son by Julius Caesar, Ptolemy XV. At 10:30 am, buckle up as you drive from Dendera Temple to the Abydos Temple. Abydos is one of Ancient Egypt's most significant archaeological sites, with the memorial temple of Seti I as its most notable feature. It features a chronological list that shows the cartouches of most dynastic pharaohs of Egypt, called the Abydos King List. Seti I was the father of Ramesses II, who completed most of the temple's construction after his father's death. The temple he built contains small chapels dedicated to each of the major gods and is regarded as one of the best temples in all of Egypt. Abydos was closely associated with the gateway into the afterlife and was a significant religious site for the ancient Egyptians. Get ready to relish a scrumptious Egyptian lunch by the Abydos temple at 14:45. After lunch, it's time to head back to your Hurghada hotel from Abydos Temple, but not before soaking in the memories of your remarkable solo journey to Abydos-Dendera.
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  • Luxor Dendera Excursion Hurghada

    Luxor Dendera Excursion Hurghada

    Sale! $35,00$70,00
    On the excursion to Dendera & Luxor from Hurghada, you will have the chance to see the magnificent Karnak temple. Afterwards, we'll take a break for lunch. Following lunch, you will embark on a peaceful boat ride across the Nile to reach the western bank of the river, with a stop at Banana Island. After completing the program in Luxor, you will head to Dendera to see the temple of the goddess Hathor. Experience a day tour to Luxor and Dendera temple from Hurghada by Car and tour guide. On the way to Luxor, you will visit one of the most stunning temples in Egypt, the Dendera temple. Then, you will drive to Luxor to visit Queen Hatshepsut temple, The Colossi of Memnon, and Karnak temple. On the western side of Luxor, you will have the opportunity to see the Colossi Memnon at the Temple of Amenhotep III and Queen Hatshepsut. We will pick you up from Hurghada by private air-conditioned taxi at 5:00 AM. During the visit to Dendera temple, you will explore the Temple of Hathor, which was mainly constructed during the Late Ptolemaic period, specifically during the reign of Ptolemy XII and Cleopatra VII. Also, there are scenes in the temple complex portraying the Ptolemaic rulers, including a massive relief of Cleopatra VII and her son by Julius Caesar and co-ruler Ptolemy XV. Hathor was also considered a goddess of healing, and a sanatorium in the temple complex demonstrates this. Here, pilgrims would come to be cured by the goddess. Sacred water was used for bathing, unguents were dispensed by the priests of Hathor, and sleeping quarters were provided for those hoping that the goddess would appear in their dreams and aid them. Next, you will visit the Temple of Karnak, the largest ancient religious site known anywhere in the world. This magnificent temple complex represents the achievement of many generations of ancient builders and Pharaohs. No place in Egypt is more impressive than Karnak. It has three main temples situated on 247 acres of land. We will stop for lunch at a local restaurant on the west bank at 1:00 PM. Then, at 4:00 PM, we will visit the Colossi of Memnon, two massive stone statues of King Amenhotep III, the only remains of a complete mortuary temple. These statues were made from blocks of quartzite sandstone in Cairo and were moved 700 KM to Luxor. Rising about 18 meters from the plain, they are the remains of what was once the largest complex on the west bank, built by Amenhotep the Third. Finally, you will be transferred by a private air-conditioned vehicle to your hotel in Hurghada at 4:30 PM.
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Dendera is a small village in southern Egypt. This small town is located on the west bank of the Nile River, about five kilometres from the city of Qena. At the same time, we can find that it is located sixty kilometres north of the famous town – Luxor.

Dendera has gained widespread fame throughout history, from the time of the Pharaohs until today. In this town, the complex of Dendera temples is located. It is one of the best-preserved temples in Upper Egypt. This temple was built in the Greco-Roman era of Egyptian history.

Dendera Complex

The temple complex at Dendera is quite large, boasting a basilica, two birthhouses, a sacred lake, and numerous other temples and shrines within its walls. Structures at the site hail from various ancient Egyptian eras, with monuments from the Middle Kingdom, the Ptolemaic Era, and the period of Roman provincial rule.

Evidence shows that the first building on the site went up around 2250 BCE, but the standing structures mostly date from the Ptolemaic era forward. In 1995 BCE, construction likely began on the Mentuhotep II monument, the oldest existing structure, when the site was rediscovered. The Mentuhotep monument has since been moved to Cairo. The oldest structure is from Nectanebo II, built ca. 345 BCE. It may be more accurate to say the structure as we know it began in 54 BCE when construction started on the Temple of Hathor, the most prominent structure at the Dendera complex.

The Temple of Hathor is one of Egypt’s most well-preserved antiquity sites today, an excellent example of traditional Pharaonic architecture. The Temple of Hathor was built primarily during the Ptolemaic Dynasty, a period of Greek rule in Egypt. However, the temple’s construction was completed under the Roman emperor Trajan, who is depicted on the walls of the complex making offerings to Hathor. The temple complex also includes a monumental gateway constructed by Trajan and Domitian, another Roman emperor.

This site was the centre of the cult of Hathor. It was believed that during a period known as the Happy Reunion, Hathor would journey from her temple at Dendera to spend some time with her husband, Horus, at his temple in Edfu. This “reunion” was a yearly occurrence, and at the end of the celebration, the return of Hathor to Dendera was thought to signal the official beginning of the flood season of the Nile.

The temple initially housed the famous Zodiac of Dendera. This bas-relief with human and animal figures represented a night skyscape. It was found on the ceiling of a chapel in the Temple of Hathor, where the mysteries of the resurrection of the god Osiris were celebrated. Egyptologists determined it should be interpreted as a map of the sky rather than a giant horoscope or a perpetual astrological tool.

The particular configuration of the planets among the constellations shown in the Zodiac of Dendera occurs only about once every thousand years. Two astrophysicists have dated it between June 15 and August 15, 50 BCE. Two eclipses are represented on the Zodiac exactly where they occurred at that time.

The representations of the signs of the Zodiac as we know them today did not appear in Egypt until the Greco-Roman Period. This monument reflects how Egyptian cultural elements merged with Babylonian and Greek astronomical and astrological theories due to the Assyrian and Babylonian deportations of the eighth and sixth centuries BCE and the Persian and Greek invasions of the sixth and fourth centuries BCE.

The Zodiac of Dendera was transported to France in 1821 with the permission of Mohamed Ali Pasha, the Turkish ruler of Egypt at the time. The Egyptian government has asked for its return. It is currently on display at the Louvre in Paris. Dendera is a village in southern Egypt located on the west bank of the Nile River, approximately 5 kilometres away from the city of Qena. It is also around 60 kilometres north of Luxor, a famous town. Dendera is widely known throughout history, from the time of the Pharaohs to the present day, for its Dendera temple complex, one of the best-preserved temples in Upper Egypt. The temple was constructed during the Greco-Roman era of Egyptian history.

The extensive Dendera temple complex features a basilica, two birthhouses, a sacred lake, and numerous other temples and shrines. The site has monuments from various ancient Egyptian eras, including the Middle Kingdom, the Ptolemaic Era, and the period of Roman provincial rule. Although the first building on the site was built around 2200 BCE, the standing structures mostly date from the Ptolemaic era, and construction likely began on the Mentuhotep II monument in 1995 BCE.

The oldest structure, built around 360 BCE, is from Nectanebo II. Still, it may be more accurate to say that the structure as we know it today began in 54 BCE when construction started on the Temple of Hathor, the most prominent structure at the Dendera complex. The Temple of Hathor is one of Egypt’s most well-preserved antiquity sites, representing traditional Pharaonic architecture. It was built primarily during the Ptolemaic Dynasty, a period of Greek rule in Egypt. Still, it was completed under the Roman emperor Trajan, who is depicted on the walls of the complex making offerings to Hathor.

The site was the centre of the cult of Hathor, and it was believed that during a yearly event known as the Happy Reunion, Hathor would travel from her temple at Dendera to spend some time with her husband, Horus, at his temple in Edfu. At the end of the celebration, the return of Hathor to Dendera was thought to signal the official beginning of the flood season of the Nile. The temple initially housed the famous Zodiac of Dendera, a bas-relief with human and animal figures representing a night skyscape.

The Zodiac was found on the ceiling of a chapel in the Temple of Hathor, where the mysteries of the resurrection of the god Osiris were celebrated. Egyptologists determined it should be interpreted as a map of the sky rather than a giant horoscope or a perpetual astrological tool. The particular configuration of the planets among the constellations shown in the Zodiac of Dendera occurs only about once every thousand years. Two astrophysicists have dated it between June 15 and August 15, 50 BCE. Two eclipses are represented on the Zodiac exactly where they occurred at that time.

The representations of the signs of the Zodiac as we know them today did not appear in Egypt until the Greco-Roman Period. This monument reflects how Egyptian cultural elements merged with Babylonian and Greek astronomical and astrological theories due to the Assyrian and Babylonian deportations of the eighth and sixth centuries BCE and the Persian and Greek invasions of the sixth and fourth centuries BCE. The Zodiac of Dendera was transported to France in 1821 with the permission of Mohamed Ali Pasha, the Turkish ruler of Egypt at the time, and is currently on display at the Louvre in Paris.