Introduction
Embarking on a 3-day journey through Egypt’s iconic temples offers travelers a unique opportunity to delve into the rich history and mystical allure of ancient Egypt. Luxor, Dendera, and Abydos are some of the most captivating archaeological sites, each revealing fascinating insights into Egypt’s glorious past. From the majestic temples of Luxor to the enigmatic structures at Dendera and Abydos, this trip promises an unforgettable adventure through time.
Day 1: Discovering the Magnificence of Luxor
Luxor, often referred to as the world’s greatest open-air museum, is home to an extraordinary collection of ancient monuments. Start your day by exploring the Luxor Temple, a sprawling complex built primarily during the New Kingdom period. Marvel at its massive pylons, majestic statues, and the beautifully preserved hieroglyphs that narrate Egypt’s divine history.
Next, visit the nearby Karnak Temple, one of Egypt’s largest religious complexes. Wander through its vast Hypostyle Hall, adorned with towering columns covered in intricate hieroglyphic carvings. Don’t miss the Sacred Lake, a serene spot used for purification rituals.
In the afternoon, cross the Nile to visit the Valley of the Kings, where the tombs of pharaohs like Tutankhamun and Ramses the Great are located. Marvel at the elaborate tomb decorations and hieroglyphic inscriptions that provide insight into ancient Egyptian beliefs about the afterlife.
Day 2: Exploring the Mysteries of Dendera
On the second day, venture north to the Dendera Temple Complex, located approximately 60 km from Luxor. Dendera is renowned for its well-preserved Hathor Temple, dedicated to the goddess of motherhood and love. Admire the impressive hypostyle hall with its beautifully carved columns topped with lotus and papyrus capitals.
One of the highlights of Dendera is the Ceiling of the Hypostyle Hall, adorned with detailed astronomical carvings, including references to the zodiac and celestial cycles. The temple’s reliefs and inscriptions reveal much about ancient Egyptian religious practices and astronomical knowledge.
While at Dendera, take time to explore the small but intriguing Dendera Museum, which houses relics and artifacts from the site. The temple’s unique architecture and carvings make it a must-visit for history enthusiasts and those interested in ancient Egyptian religion.
Day 3: Unlocking the Secrets of Abydos
Your final day takes you to the sacred city of Abydos, located about 170 km northwest of Luxor. Abydos is famous for its Osiris Temple, dedicated to Osiris, the god of the afterlife. The temple’s walls are covered with detailed reliefs depicting Osiris’s mythological story, making it a significant site for understanding ancient Egyptian death rituals.
Visit the Temple of Seti I, considered one of the most beautifully preserved temples in Egypt. Its intricate carvings and the famous Abydos King List, a chronological list of pharaohs, provide valuable historical insights.
While in Abydos, explore the Sacred Lake and the smaller chapels scattered around the site. The mystical atmosphere and the spiritual significance of Abydos make it a profound ending to your trip through Egypt’s ancient monuments.
Travel Tips and Conclusion
This 3-day trip through Luxor, Dendera, and Abydos offers a comprehensive glimpse into Egypt’s ancient civilization. From the grandeur of Luxor’s temples to the spiritual allure of Abydos and the astronomical wonders of Dendera, each site tells a unique story of Egypt’s divine history. Whether you are a history enthusiast, archaeology lover, or curious traveler, this itinerary guarantees a memorable journey into Egypt’s mystical past.
Welcome to Egypt. Our airport transfer team is available 24/7. As soon as you get out of the exit gate of the Terminal, you will find Ancient Egypt Tours representative, holding a sign, waiting to meet and greet you. He will escort you to your private A/C vehicle. You will be transferred to the hotel and the reception manager will assist you in check-in procedures as smooth as possible. Ancient Egypt Tours agent will contact you to agree on a meeting time with you.
In case you arrive early then check-in limit you can enjoy waiting in the hotel until check-in time or you can ask your operator to book you a pre-tour extra night and get checked in immediately
Optional Tour:
Sound and Light show if available
Enjoy your Luxor Day Tour. Our Ancient Egypt Tours representative will pick you up from your hotel in Luxor to enjoy a day tour in the amazing city Luxor. Start your tour by a visit to the Valley of the Kings was created and used from approximately 1539 BC to 1075 BC. It contains some 60 tombs, starting with Thutmose I and ending with Ramses X or XI. The official name of the site was The Great and Majestic Necropolis of the Millions of Years of the Pharaoh, Life, Strength, Health in The West of Thebes, or more usually, the Great Field. The most famous tomb is KV62, the Tomb of King Tutankhamun. The discovery of King Tut’s tomb was made by Howard Carter in 1922, Tutankhamun’s tomb was the first royal tomb to be discovered that was still largely intact. ,
Then you will continue the tour to visit the Hatshepsut temple at El Deir El Bahary, this impressive temple was dedicated to Queen Hatshepsut the only female pharaoh. It rises out of the desert in a series of terraces and merges with the sheer limestone cliffs that surround it. Proceed to the two colossal statues of Amenhotep III, Colossi of Memnon are the two massive stone statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III. For 3,400 years they have sat in the Theban necropolis, across the River Nile from the city of Luxor. The original function of the Colossi was to stand guard at the entrance to Amenhotep’s memorial temple or mortuary temple.
Then move to visit to the Karnak Temples, the greatest example of worship in history and was dedicated to the God Amon, his wife Mut and their son Khonsu. It was constructed from the beginning of the Middle Kingdom to the Graeco Roman Kingdom.
Then move to Luxor Temple. It was built by Amunhotep III in 18th Dynasty in the New Kingdom and it was completed by Ramesses II during the 19th Dynasty. King Ramses II was the most famous king in the 19th Dynasty. He ruled Egypt for about 67 years. It was dedicated to the great god Amun-Ra, his wife Mut and their son Khonsu together representing the Theban triad. Enjoy visiting Obelisk of Ramses II in front of the 1st Pylon. and then you be transferred back to your hotel or Airport in Luxor or Train station by your private air-conditioned vehicle. Back to Hotel
Enjoy your Day Tour. Our Ancient Egypt Tours representative will pick you up from your hotel/cruise in Luxor by air-conditioned modern vehicle to visit with your Egyptologist tour guide, discover the ancient sites. First, visit Temple Abydos, The Temple of Seti I at Abydos was begun during the reign of Pharoah Seti I (1318-1304 BC) and completed by his son Ramses II (1304-1237 BC) during the XIX Dynasty of the New Kingdom. The temple represents an artistic revival of Old Kingdom forms and was part of Seti’s attempt to consolidate the Ramessid dynasty after the losses under Akhenaten. By identifying himself with the great gods and previous rulers of Egypt, Seti added legitmacy to a ruling family that had been mere warriors just a few generations ago. Pharaoh Merneptah added a great Hypogeum of Osiris to the temple of Seti. The final building to be added was the Temple of Nectanebo I in the XXX dynasty, but various additions to the site were made through the Ptolemaic and Roman periods
Then move to The Temple of Hathor at Dendera, on the Nile north of Luxor, is one of the latest Egyptian temples. Dedicated to the wife of the god Horus, it was built in Roman times and its decorations include Roman emperors alongside Egyptian gods. Along with Abydos further north. The Temple of Hathor is boxy in shape and surrounded by a portico with thick columns and walls about half as tall as the roof. There are many reliefs of figures and rituals on the exterior of the temple, including pharaohs, Egyptian deities, and Roman emperors. Inside, the most fascinating sight is the roof chapel dedicated to Osiris, which contains a sundial and circular zodiac. Back to Luxor
Attention
If traveling by flight on the same day, travel time must be after 5 pm Egypt time.
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| Room Type | Price/Person |
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| Single Room | 670 $ |
| Twin Room | 580 $ |
| Triple Room | 520$ |
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| Single Room | 480$ |
| Twin Room | 430 $ |
| Triple Room | 380 $ |
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| Single Room | 550 $ |
| Twin Room | 480 $ |
| Triple Room | 420 $ |
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| Single Room | 450 $ |
| Twin Room | 400 $ |
| Triple Room | 350$ |
Price quotes are in USD per person per tour except for celebration. Please inquire for the prices of New Year, Christmas and Easter.
Tipping for a job well done is customary and highly expected in Egypt though it is not obligatory. Please feel welcomed but not obliged to offer a tip to your service provider
Notes:
Children policy is applied to children who share rooms with their parents (Maximum 1 OR 2 Child under 5 years old sharing parent’s room)
Children policy is not applied on all kinds of transportation (Flight, train or bus) full ticket payment is required
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At any time after your booking is confirmed, Ancient Egypt Tours holds a 20% non-refundable deposit
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We advise all clients to purchase travel insurance in the event that travel is unexpectedly interrupted due to illness. To confirm the booking, the client must pay a deposit of 20% of the total tour price.
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Here, at Ancient Egypt Tours, we prioritize your well-being and safety above all else and for that reason, we have adapted our cancellation policy to reflect our values. We offer a very flexible cancellation policy in case the government or the airline issues a NOT TO TRAVEL warning to the designated destination. In the event of this happening, we will refund you the amount paid according to cancellation policy, unless you prefer to keep your payment available for future travel credit and travel voucher that can be used towards any of the destinations, we operate tours in. You have the flexibility to apply this amount towards new travel services booked. Reservations will be adjusted to reflect these travel credits automatically.
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