About this experience
Discover one of the most fascinating and well-preserved temples in Upper Egypt; which lies at about 70 km. north of Luxor and dedicated to the cow-goddess Hathor; goddess of joy, love, music, and motherhood in a half day tour from Luxor. Explore with your tour guide this Greco-Roman temple of a stunning artwork, vibrant ceiling, climb into the temple crypt, and ascend into its narrow passageways to the roof. Learn about Egypt's history and stories. With door-to-door transportation by a private air-conditioned vehicle to your hotel in Luxor in a half day tour from Luxor.
At a glance
- Duration: 6 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 6 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What is included
- Qualified English speaking guide
- Pickup service from your Hotel/ Nile cruise and return.
- One bottle of water.
- All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle.
Not included
- Entrance fees to the mentioned sightseeing.
- Tipping to the guide and driver.
- It is available to pick Travelers from Luxor west bank hotels with extra 10$ USD per person
- It is available to drop off Travelers at Luxor west bank hotels with extra 10$ USD per person
Itinerary and highlights
Our Egyptology Tour Guide will pick you up from Luxor east bank Hotel or Nile Cruise in a private air-conditioned car. We will drive you north of Luxor for about one and a half hour; enjoy the scenery, views of the countryside daily life all the way to Dendera.
Arrive at the beautiful Graeco-Roman temple of the goddess Hathor with its massive stone roof, underground passages and the magnificent rare relief of Queen Cleopatra and her son Caesarian. Concentrate with your guide to see the astronomical figures& zodiac signs; which makes this temple one of the most famous temples in Egypt. The original zodiac is now in the Louvre museum.
Later on, you will be transferred back to your east bank hotel or Nile cruise in Luxor.
Meeting and pickup information
- Luxor east bank Hotels or Nile Cruises in Luxor
Languages and tickets
- Arabic — Guide
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Egypt Lifetime Tours
Accessibility and practical details
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- You will need to pay the entrance fees to the sightseeing by card
- Other languages are available with extra charge upon your request
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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