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3-Day Private Tour to Luxor, Dendera & Abydos from Hurhada

Luxor, Dendera & Abydos ★★★★★ 5 (3 Reviews - 3 from Google)
3-Day Private Tour to Luxor, Dendera & Abydos from Hurhada

Duration

3 Days

Start Time

06:00

Guide

English, German

Full Description

3-Day Cultural Tour to Luxor, Abydos & Dendera from Hurghada

Discover Upper Egypt's Most Spectacular Temples on a Private Journey

This 3-day private cultural tour combines the highlights of Luxor with the magnificent temples of Abydos and Dendera. Together with your professional English- or German-speaking Egyptologist, you'll explore some of Ancient Egypt's most remarkable archaeological treasures—at a relaxed pace and entirely on your own schedule.

Hotel pickup is available directly from Hurghada, El Gouna, Sahl Hasheesh, Makadi Bay, Soma Bay, Safaga, Marsa Alam, and El Quseir. Thanks to the comfortable itinerary, this tour is also suitable for many travelers with reduced mobility.


Why Guests Choose This Tour

From 430 EUR per person

Exclusive private multi-day tour

No shopping stops

Professional English- or German-speaking Egyptologist

Two nights in a hotel in Luxor

All entrance fees included

Breakfast and lunch included

Direct hotel pickup and return transfer


Tour Highlights

  • Karnak Temple

  • Luxor Temple

  • Valley of the Kings or Valley of the Queens

  • Temple of Queen Hatshepsut or Medinet Habu Temple

  • Colossi of Memnon

  • Abydos Temple

  • Dendera Temple

  • Optional sunrise hot air balloon flight over Luxor


Your Itinerary

Day 1 – Karnak Temple & Luxor by Night

After arriving in Luxor, you'll begin your journey at the magnificent Karnak Temple, the largest temple complex in Egypt.

After enjoying lunch, continue to the beautifully illuminated Luxor Temple, one of Ancient Egypt's most impressive monuments.

In the evening, take a leisurely stroll through the traditional Luxor Bazaar and the historic old town before checking into your hotel for the night.


Day 2 – Luxor's West Bank

After breakfast, you'll explore the legendary West Bank of Luxor.

Choose between two sightseeing options:

Option A

  • Valley of the Kings

  • Temple of Queen Hatshepsut

Option B

  • Medinet Habu Temple

  • Valley of the Queens

Your visit concludes with the impressive Colossi of Memnon.

After the sightseeing tour, enjoy a freshly prepared lunch in Luxor before spending the afternoon at your leisure.

Optional: Before breakfast, you can enjoy a breathtaking sunrise hot air balloon flight over Luxor's West Bank (weather permitting, additional charge).


Day 3 – Abydos & Dendera

Your final day begins with a visit to the magnificent Temple of Abydos, one of Ancient Egypt's most sacred religious sites.

You will then continue to the Temple of Hathor at Dendera, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt, renowned for its beautifully preserved reliefs and the famous Dendera Zodiac.

After exploring Dendera, enjoy a freshly prepared lunch before relaxing on your return journey to the Red Sea.


A Personal Tip from Our Egyptologist

More than 17 years of experience and over 3,000 guided tours throughout Egypt.

If you truly want to understand Ancient Egypt, don't stop with the country's most famous monuments.

For many of our guests, the temples of Abydos and Dendera become the absolute highlights of their journey and remain among their most unforgettable memories of Egypt.


Who Is This Tour Perfect For?

This private cultural journey is ideal if you want to:

✔ Discover Upper Egypt's most important temples

✔ Experience more than Egypt's classic tourist attractions

✔ Enjoy a private tour instead of traveling with a large group

✔ Explore with an experienced English- or German-speaking Egyptologist

✔ Immerse yourself in history and culture without feeling rushed


Prices per Person

Guests

Vehicle

Price per Person

1–2 Guests

Private Sedan

600 EUR

3–5 Guests

Comfortable Private Minibus

530 EUR

6–8 Guests

Comfortable Private Minibus

430 EUR

Single room supplement: 40 EUR per night.

Please note: The order of the itinerary may vary for operational reasons. However, all attractions and services described above will remain included.


Our Promise

At Orient Discovery, personal service doesn't end with your booking.

We'll support you before, during, and after your journey and are always available via WhatsApp, phone, or email—quickly, personally, and whenever you need us.


Request Your Private Tour Today

Experience the most spectacular temples of Upper Egypt on an exclusive 3-day private cultural tour and discover Luxor, Abydos, and Dendera at your own pace.

Send us your no-obligation enquiry today via WhatsApp or through our booking form.

Itinerary

Day 1

Early pickup from the hotel and drive to Luxor (approx. 230 km)
Insights into everyday life along the Nile
Visit to Karnak Temple
Lunch
Check-in at the hotel in East Luxor
Visit to Luxor Temple & Luxor Bazaar

Day 2

Hot air balloon ride
Visit to West Thebes (Option A or B). Lunch. Afterwards, drive to Abydos with overnight stay (Sohag).

Day 3

Visit to the temple complexes of Dendera & Abydos. Return drive to Hurghada.

Included

  • Private air-conditioned mini bus for transfers
  • Professional guidance by a licensed Egyptologist
  • Entrance fees to Luxor, Dendera and Abydos temples
  • Hotel accommodation with breakfast
  • 3x Lunch
  • All taxes and service charges

Not Included

  • Tombs of Tuchanchamun, Seth I & Nefertete
  • Personal expenses and souvenirs
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Optional extras (e.g., entry to special chambers requiring additional tickets)
  • Drinks in Hotel & Restaurants
  • Transfer surcharge: Marsa Alam: €35 per person El Quseir: €25 per person
  • Coffee ride

Frequently Asked Questions

The trip covers significant distances north and south of Luxor. Expect long but scenic drives with countryside views as part of the experience.
Yes. One night’s stay near Dendera is included in the package, with breakfast before the Abydos visit.
The tour involves walking and standing at temple sites; comfortable shoes and moderate fitness are recommended.
Yes. This journey is considered one of the most immersive cultural tours in Upper Egypt. In addition to Luxor’s famous monuments, you visit two of the country’s most important temple complexes, which are often overlooked by many tourists. As a result, the tour offers a deeper understanding of ancient Egyptian religion, history, and architecture than a standard Luxor excursion.
The Temple of Hathor at Dendera is one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt. It is especially famous for its colorful ceiling decorations, astronomical reliefs, and the renowned Dendera Zodiac, making it one of the country's most fascinating religious sites.
Abydos was the most important sanctuary of the god Osiris and one of the major pilgrimage centers of ancient Egypt. Many Egyptologists regard the reliefs of the Temple of Seti I as some of the finest and most beautiful carvings in the entire country.
The three regions differ greatly from one another. With a private guide, you can enjoy a more flexible itinerary and spend additional time at the places that interest you most, allowing for a more personal and rewarding travel experience.

Customer Reviews

5 / 5 (3 Reviews - 3 from Google)
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Markus T.

2 weeks ago
★★★★★

"An absolutely fantastic excursion! The guide was super friendly and knew a lot about the history. Punctual pick-up and perfect service. Highly recommended!"

Google
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Sarah M.

1 month ago
★★★★★

"Beautiful experience. Everything was perfectly organized, from the transfer to the lunch. We saw and learned so much. Orient Discovery does a great job."

Google
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Michael K.

2 months ago
★★★★★

"Great trip! Our guide was very attentive to us. The vehicle was clean and air-conditioned. We will definitely book our next trip here again."

Price per person

€ 430.00 € 600.00
Adults 12+ content.years
1
Children (50%) 6-11 content.years
0
Infants (Free) 0-5 content.years
0

Total Price

Includes all taxes

€ 600.00
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