From Hurghada: LUXOR & DENDERA DAY TRIP

Trip Highlights

• Travel comfortably by air-conditioned bus from Hurghada.
• Visit the magnificent Temple of Hathor at Dendera, one of Egypt’s best-preserved ancient temples.
• Explore the impressive Karnak Temple Complex.
• Discover the unique Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut.
• See the famous Colossi of Memnon.
• Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.
• Learn about ancient Egyptian history with a professional guide.

Full Description

Discover two of Upper Egypt’s most remarkable destinations in one unforgettable day. This full-day excursion combines the magnificent temples of Dendera and Luxor, offering a fascinating journey through thousands of years of ancient Egyptian civilization.

Your adventure begins with an early morning hotel pickup in Hurghada, followed by a comfortable drive in an air-conditioned bus to Dendera. Here, you will visit the spectacular Temple of Hathor, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt, famous for its beautifully decorated ceilings, colorful reliefs, and impressive architecture dedicated to the goddess Hathor.

After exploring Dendera, continue to Luxor, often referred to as the world’s greatest open-air museum. Visit the enormous Karnak Temple Complex, renowned for its towering columns, sacred lake, and remarkable monuments built by generations of pharaohs.

Cross to the West Bank to discover the magnificent Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, one of Egypt’s most extraordinary architectural masterpieces, built into the dramatic cliffs of Deir el-Bahari.

Before returning to Hurghada, stop at the legendary Colossi of Memnon, two massive stone statues that have guarded the Theban Necropolis for over 3,000 years.

Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant during the day while your professional guide shares the fascinating history and stories behind each site.

Included

• Round-trip transportation by air-conditioned bus
• Professional English-speaking guide
• Entrance to the Temple of Hathor at Dendera
• Entrance to Karnak Temple
• Entrance to Hatshepsut Temple
• Visit to the Colossi of Memnon
• Lunch at a local restaurant

Excluded

• Drinks during lunch
• Optional Nile boat trip
• Optional Banana Island visit
• Horse or camel rides
• Personal expenses
• Tips (optional)

Good to Know

• Hotel pickup and drop-off from Hurghada are included.
• Transfers from Makadi Bay, Sahl Hasheesh, and El Gouna are available for an additional $7 per person.
• Please bring your passport, comfortable walking shoes, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat.
• The excursion involves moderate walking at archaeological sites.
• The itinerary may vary slightly depending on traffic, weather, and operational conditions.
• Entrance fees to the listed attractions are included unless otherwise stated.