Luxor &Dandara ( from hurghada )
Highlights
Luxor and Dendera Trip from Hurghada by Bus Discover the magic of ancient Egyptian civilization on an unforgettable trip to Luxor and the Temple of Dendera!
- Tour Dates: Daily
- Departure Time: Transport from your hotel at ( 4 am ) to the meeting point in Safaga, followed by the drive to Luxor
- Mode of Transport: Comfortable, air-conditioned bus
Description
Luxor Historical Tour: Discover the Majesty of Ancient Egypt through Dendera, Hatshepsut, Karnak Temples & the Colossi of Memnon
Get ready for an unforgettable journey into the heart of Ancient Egypt. This full-day guided tour from Luxor takes you through some of the most spectacular and best-preserved monuments from Pharaonic times. Explore grand temples, walk through ancient columns, and hear stories that have lived on for thousands of years.
First stop: Dendera Temple – The Temple of Goddess HathorWe begin the day with a visit to the beautiful Temple of Hathor at Dendera, located in Qena. This is one of the best-preserved temple complexes in Egypt, famous for its vibrant colors and incredibly detailed carvings. Dedicated to Hathor, the goddess of love, music, and beauty, this temple features the stunning Hypostyle Hall with 24 massive columns adorned with Hathor's face, astronomical ceiling carvings, and a sacred crypt believed to hold divine secrets.
Don't miss the replica of the Zodiac of Dendera, an ancient sky map that highlights the Egyptians’ deep understanding of astronomy.
Next: Hatshepsut Temple – The Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari
Crossing to the West Bank of the Nile, you’ll visit the Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut, Egypt’s most powerful female pharaoh. Built against the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari, the temple is an architectural masterpiece of terraces, colonnades, and perfectly aligned symmetry.
Inside, you’ll find vivid reliefs telling the story of her divine birth, her reign, and the famous expedition to the Land of Punt.
Photo stop: Colossi of Memnon
We then stop at the legendary Colossi of Memnon, two massive seated statues of Amenhotep III, standing 18 meters tall. These ancient guardians once marked the entrance to a vast temple that was destroyed by time, but the statues still stand proudly – a powerful reminder of the king’s legacy. Ancient Greeks once believed the statues sang at dawn, adding mystery to their charm.
Final stop: Karnak Temple – The Largest Temple Complex in Ancient Egypt
Back on the East Bank, we end the tour with a visit to the majestic Karnak Temple Complex, one of the largest religious structures ever built. Dedicated primarily to Amun-Ra, along with Mut and Khonsu (the Theban Triad), Karnak reflects more than 2,000 years of construction and expansion by generations of pharaohs.
You’ll walk through the awe-inspiring Great Hypostyle Hall with its 134 colossal columns, see the Sacred Lake, the Obelisks of Hatshepsut and Thutmose I, and walk along parts of the famous Avenue of Sphinxes.
INCLUDED
✔️ Visit the Temple of Dendera – one of the best-preserved temples in ancient Egypt, dedicated to the goddess Hathor
✔️ Visit the Karnak Temple – the largest temple complex in the ancient world
✔️ Visit the Hatshepsut Temple – the impressive temple of the female Pharaoh, carved into the rocks
✔️ Visit the Colossi of Memnon – giant statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III
✔️ Lunch at a local restaurant
✔️ German & English -speaking guide accompanying you throughout the trip
✔️ Comfortable, air-conditioned bus transport
✔️ Entrance fees to all listed attractions
✔️ German & English -speaking guide
Exclude
- ❌Additional drinks at the restaurant
- ❌Personal expenses and shopping
- ❌ Tips
- ❌ Optional Banana Island
- Additional Transport Fee:
- If Your Hotel Is Located safaga & soma bay& makadi & sahl hasheesh & algouna, An Additional Transportation Fee Of €10 Per Person Will Apply
- Children und;er 5 years old – Free
- Children from 5 to 11 years old – 50% off!
- Cancellation Policy:
- Free Cancellation Up To 5:00 PM On The Day Before The Trip
- Cancellation After 5:00 PM On The Day Before The Trip Or On The Day Of The Trip – A Fee Of 50% Of The Trip Price Will Be Charged
What to bring
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Passport or ID card
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Hat and sunglasses
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Sunscreen
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Water bottle
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Camera or phone to take pictures
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Cash for shopping or optional activities
- (Importine Note)
Please Inform Your Hotel Reception One Day Before The Trip To Order A Breakfast Box, And Collect It From Reception Before Departure
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