About this experience
The ancient Egyptian civilization has left us not only pyramids. You will see it for yourself by visiting the unique Hathor temple in Dendera and examining the relief images covering the walls, ceiling, and columns. And then you will find yourself in Abydos - one of the oldest cities in Egypt and the world. Here too, there is a sanctuary with stunning reliefs - the temple of Seti I.
What to expect
In this trip, you will learn more about Ancient Egypt and modern life in the country. We will dispel popular myths, dive into history, introduce you to the traditions and customs of our homeland.
The temple of the goddess Hathor. In Egyptian mythology, Hathor is considered one of the most significant goddesses. She was depicted as a cow with a solar disk between her horns or in the form of a woman with cow ears and horns. Hathor is the goddess of the sky, love, motherhood, fertility, protector of joy, fun, and dance. You will visit the cult place of this goddess in Dendera, where a temple was erected in her honor, full of relief images of amazing quality.
Abydos. One of the oldest cities in Egypt and the world, the center of the cult of the god of the dead, Osiris. Its main attraction is the funerary temple of Seti I, a pharaoh of the 19th dynasty, the father of the famous pharaoh-builder Ramesses II. This is one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt, and you will find out why.
After visiting the sights, we will stop for lunch.
Organizational details
- I or another guide from our team will conduct the tour for you
- We will pick you up from a convenient location in Hurghada and take you back after the tour
- Be prepared for a long journey: transfers between cities take about 2 hours. In Dendera, there is a 2-hour stop, and in Abydos - 1-1.5 hours.
Price includes
- Transfer on a comfortable minibus with air conditioning
- Services of a Russian-speaking guide (not a driver)
Additional expenses
- Entrance to the Hathor temple - $10
- Entrance to the Seti I temple - $5
- Lunch - $10
