Dendera and Abydos Day Tour from Safaga Port

Upon arrival at Safaga Port, your Egyptologist guide will meet you at the cruise exit and escort you in a private A/C vehicle to begin your Day Tour to Dendera and Abydos from Safaga Port. Relax on the scenic drive through Upper Egypt’s landscape as you head toward Abydos, one of the most sacred sites of the ancient world.

Abydos Temple (Temple of Seti I):

In Abydos, discover the magnificent Temple of Seti I, built in the 13th century BCE and revered as a spiritual gateway to eternity. Inside, the Abydos King List presents a carved record of Egypt’s rulers, stretching from Narmer to Seti I. The temple’s reliefs are among the finest in Egypt, with scenes that preserve myth, ritual, and artistry at their peak.

Abydos was also a major pilgrimage destination for ancient Egyptians, believed to bring blessings and eternal life. As you walk through its halls, your guide will bring to life the legends of Osiris and the devotion of those who once traveled here seeking divine favor.

After your exploration, enjoy a hearty Egyptian lunch at a local restaurant before continuing your Dendara & Abydos Temples Day Tour from Safaga Port toward the second highlight: the Temple of Hathor in Dendera.

Dendera Temple (Temple of Hathor):

The Temple of Hathor at Dendera is a breathtaking Ptolemaic masterpiece dedicated to the goddess of love, music, and fertility. Its vast hypostyle hall, richly decorated chapels, and sanctuary are crowned with a dazzling astronomical ceiling depicting constellations, the sky goddess Nut, and scenes of divine rebirth.

Here you’ll witness how art, science, and spirituality intertwined in ancient Egypt. The temple’s carvings and colors remain remarkably preserved, offering a vivid window into daily life, cosmic beliefs, and the architectural brilliance of the age. Your guide will ensure you don’t miss hidden details that make this site so extraordinary.

After completing your visit, we will transfer you back to Safaga Port, concluding a memorable Dendera Abydos Temples Day Tour from Safaga Port, filled with history, myth, and timeless artistry.

Meals: Lunch