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Luxor to Hurghada Tour: Abydos and Dendera Temple Discoveries

By Eyes of Egypt
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$425 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 11h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages
Overview

Experience two magnificent ancient temples—Abydos and Dendera—during your journey from Luxor to Hurghada with our exclusive private transfer that transforms necessary travel into an extraordinary dual-temple expedition.

Unlike standard transfers or separate day trips, our customisable service offers unmatched advantages:

• See Two Major Temples in One Day — Visit both Abydos (home to the remarkable Temple of Seti I) and Dendera (with its spectacular Temple of Hathor) during your journey

• Travel Your Way — As a fully private experience,

• Immerse in Ancient Egypt — Discover secret reliefs, vibrant coloured ceilings, and mysterious hieroglyphics with context that brings them to life

Perfect for history enthusiasts, photography lovers, families seeking educational experiences, and efficiency-minded travellers who want to maximise cultural immersion. Ideal for anyone looking to experience Egypt’s archaeological treasures beyond the standard tourist path!

Activity location

  • Luxor
    • Luxor, Egypt

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Luxor
    • Luxor, Egypt

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Silver Transfer
  • Activity duration is 11 hours11h
    11h
  • English

Comfort Transfer: eliable point-to-point transport in comfortable vehicles with professional drivers. The essential travel service you can
Pickup included

Price details
NZ$424.55 x 1 AdultNZ$424.55

Total
Price is NZ$424.55
Gold Experience
  • Activity duration is 11 hours11h
    11h
  • English

Transfer & Cultural Guide: Elevate your journey with our transfer service plus a Yahi guide who provides cultural context and insider knowledge along
Pickup included

Price details
NZ$679.28 x 1 AdultNZ$679.28

Total
Price is NZ$679.28
Platinum Package
  • Activity duration is 11 hours11h
    11h
  • English

Complete Package: First-class service with private transfers, dedicated tour guide, and all entrance tickets included. The ultimate in convenie
Pickup included

Price details
NZ$730.23 x 1 AdultNZ$730.23

Total
Price is NZ$730.23

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedTotal Convenience — Door-to-door service from any luxor location to anywhere in hurghada
  • What's includedWhat's includedExclusively Private — Travel solely with your group, not with strangers
  • What's includedWhat's includedChoose from tow tailored packages : Silver Transfer - Gold Experience - Platinum Package
  • What's includedWhat's includedProfessional Service — Air-conditioned vehicles with Licensed, experienced driver familiar
  • What's includedWhat's includedAssistance with luggage at pickup and drop-off points
  • What's includedWhat's includedAll vehicle costs including fuel, tolls, and parking fees
  • What's includedWhat's includedVisit iconic temples: Abydos , Dendera
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedService charge (optional but appreciated)

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Specialised infant seats are available
  • Transport options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Luxor
  • 3h
Journey from Luxor to Abydos Temple Embark on an unforgettable journey through ancient Egypt’s heartland as you travel from bustling Luxor to the sacred Abydos Temple complex. Your private transfer reveals: • Luxor’s Western Mountains – Departing the city, witness the Valley of Kings’ dramatic landscape where pharaohs rest eternally • Nile Valley Splendour – Marvel at the lush green ribbon of farmland contrasting with golden desert, passing sugar cane fields and traditional mud-brick villages • Rural Egyptian Life – Observe locals using time-honored agricultural methods, vibrant markets, and authentic daily activities untouched by tourism • Desert Transformation – Watch as fertile lands gradually yield to more arid landscapes approaching Abydos
Abydos
  • 1h 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Abydos Temple Experience Discover ancient Egypt’s sacred spiritual centre at Abydos Temple, where you’ll: • Marvel at the magnificent Temple of Seti I with its extraordinary preservation and architectural brilliance • Stand before the famous Abydos King List – an ancient chronological record of Egypt’s pharaohs that proved crucial • Admire Egypt’s finest relief carvings with remarkably preserved vivid colours rarely seen at other temples • Explore the mysterious Osirion structure – believed to be the symbolic tomb of Osiris, god of the afterlife • Wander through the impressive hypostyle hall with its forest of massive columns covered in intricate hieroglyphics • Experience authentic ancient Egypt away from the tourist crowds that fill Luxor’s monuments • Photograph spectacular battle scenes depicting Seti I’s military campaigns with exceptional artistic detail Feel the spiritual significance of this site where ancient Egyptians conducted pilgrimages for over 5,000 years.
Abydos
  • 1h 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Transfer Experience: Abydos to Dendera Temple Journey through time and landscapes as you travel between two of Egypt’s most magnificent ancient temples Your private transfer experience includes: • Scenic countryside views passing through rural Egypt’s heartland, where traditional farming methods remain unchanged for centuries • Authentic village glimpses showcasing daily Egyptian life far from tourist paths • Diverse landscapes transitioning from the more arid surroundings of Abydos to the lush Nile Valley approaching Dendera • Historical context provided by your driver/guide connecting these two significant religious centers of ancient Egypt • Comfortable travel in an air-conditioned vehicle with refreshments available • Photo opportunities of sugar cane fields, mud-brick villages, and the dramatic contrast between fertile land and desert This approximately 90 journey creates a perfect bridge between two extraordinary archaeological experiences while revealing authentic Egypt
Dendera Temple Complex
  • 1h 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Dendera Temple Experience Immerse yourself in one of Egypt’s most spectacular ancient temples dedicated to Hathor, goddess of love and joy At Dendera, you’ll: • Marvel at the famous astronomical ceiling with its vibrant zodiac symbols and celestial scenes that remain remarkably well-preserved • Wander through the impressive hypostyle hall with its 24 massive columns adorned with the face of Hathor • Descend into mysterious underground crypts featuring intriguing relief carvings rarely seen by most visitors • Discover ancient Egyptian science through perfectly preserved astronomical charts and hieroglyphic inscriptions • Admire the temple’s unique architecture blending Egyptian, Greek, and Roman influences • Photograph spectacular coloured reliefs showing pharaohs making offerings to deities • Experience authentic ancient Egypt away from the tourist crowds that fill Luxor’s monuments Feel the spiritual atmosphere of this sacred space where Egyptians worshipped for over4,000 years
Dendera
  • 3h
transfer Experience: Dendera Temple to Hurghada Journey from ancient wonders to coastal paradise as you travel from magnificent Dendera Temple to vibrant Hurghada. Your private transfer experience includes: • Dramatic landscape transitions from lush Nile Valley through the Eastern Desert to Red Sea coastline • Rural Egyptian life glimpses of traditional farming methods, water buffalo, and mud-brick villages • Desert panoramas featuring stunning mountain ranges and occasional Bedouin settlements • Modern evolution watching Egypt transform from ancient agricultural lands to contemporary resort development • Comfortable travel in air-conditioned vehicle with refreshments • Photo opportunities capturing the stark contrast between green valley and golden desert • Relaxation time to process ancient wonders while anticipating Red Sea adventures This approximately 3-hour journey bridges your exploration of ancient Egypt with modern coastal luxury.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESLuxor
    • Luxor, Egypt

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLELuxor
    • Luxor, Egypt

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