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.