About this experience
The ancient Egyptian civilization has left us not only pyramids. You will see this by visiting the unique Hathor Temple in Dendera and examining the relief images covering the walls, ceiling, columns entirely. And then you will find yourself in Abydos - one of the oldest cities in Egypt and the world. Here, there is also a sanctuary with amazing reliefs - the Temple of Seti I.
What to expect
In this trip, you will learn more about Ancient Egypt and the modern life of the country. We will dispel popular myths, immerse in history, introduce you to the traditions and customs of our homeland.
Hathor Temple. In Egyptian mythology, Hathor is considered one of the most significant goddesses. She was depicted as a cow with the sun disk between her horns or as a woman with cow's 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 built in her honor, full of relief images of astonishing 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 mortuary temple of Seti I, a pharaoh of the 19th dynasty, the father of the famous builder pharaoh Ramesses II. This is one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt, and you will find out why.
After visiting the attractions, we will stop for lunch.
Organizational details
- I will personally guide the tour for you or another guide from our team
- We will pick you up from a convenient location in Luxor and drop you back after the tour
- Be prepared for a long journey: travel between cities takes approximately 2 hours. In Dendera, there will be a 2-hour stop, in Abydos - 1-1.5 hours.
What's included
- Transfer on a comfortable air-conditioned minibus
- Services of a Russian-speaking guide (not a driver)
Additional expenses
- Entrance to the Hathor Temple - $10
- Entrance to the Temple of Seti I - $5
- Lunch - $10
