Luxor to Dendera Temple: Private Tour with Guide and Tickets

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(8 reviews)
Luxor, Egypt

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5 to 6 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: German and 32 more

Discover **Dendera Temple** on a private half-day tour from Luxor, offering an **exclusive and customizable experience**. Your professional English-speaking guide brings the temple’s history to life, explaining the grand entrance, massive mud-brick walls, colorful hieroglyphs, and the Dendera Zodiac replica.

Unique features like the **“light bulb” reliefs** and depictions of **Cleopatra VII and Caesarion** provide fascinating insights into ancient Egyptian culture. The **private transport** ensures comfort and flexibility while enjoying scenic views on the 90-minute drive to and from Luxor.

Perfect for **families, history enthusiasts, and adventure seekers**, this intimate tour combines cultural immersion with convenience. Tickets are **not included** as pricing is per group, and each participant pays at the temple. Book early to secure your preferred schedule with our Luxor-based professional team.

What's Included

Discover unique features such as “light bulb” reliefs and Cleopatra VII depictions.
Private 90-minute return drive from Dendera Temple to your Luxor hotel or Nile cruise dock.
Private, air-conditioned transfer from Luxor ensures a comfortable journey for your group.
Entrance tickets Dendera Temple are**included**;
Perfect for photography enthusiasts, capturing stunning world-class images of the temple.
Explore Dendera Temple’s grand entrance, mud-brick walls, and colorful hieroglyphs.
See the Dendera Zodiac replica and climb to the roof for panoramic temple views.
Professional English-speaking guide explains the temple’s history and ancient Egyptian culture.
For a non-English guide, notify us after booking. Payment is made directly on the tour day.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Your driver and English-speaking guide will meet you at your selected pickup location in Luxor, including **hotels, guesthouses, or Nile cruise docks** on the East or West Bank.

Look for a sign with your name to ensure a smooth start. Pickup is **private for your group**, and the tour can begin at the time you prefer. Please provide exact details in advance to guarantee a punctual departure. Same-day bookings are accepted depending on availability.

Itinerary

Duration: 5 to 6 hours (approximately)
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    Luxor

    Transfer time: From the moment of meeting and going to the Dendera Temple When you book this experience, you'll embark on a fascinating journey to the Dendera Temple complex, one of Egypt's best-preserved ancient sites. Here's what you can expect: Comfortable Transfer: Enjoy a smooth 1-hour drive from Luxor to Dendera in a private, air-conditioned vehicle. Take in the scenic Egyptian countryside along the way.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free
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    Dendera Temple Complex

    Upon arrival, the driver will introduce you to your **private guide**, who speaks English. If you prefer another language, please inform us after booking so we can arrange it. Tickets are **not included** and can be purchased at the counter. Your guide will take you on a **2-hour tour** of the Temple of Hathor, where you will admire the grand entrance, mud-brick walls, and well-preserved hieroglyphs and colorful ceilings. You will see the **Dendera Zodiac** replica, climb to the roof for panoramic views, and discover unique reliefs including **Cleopatra VII and Caesarion**. Optional visits include the **sacred lake**, Coptic Basilica, and **Mammisi**. This **half-day private tour** offers comfort, expert guidance, and an intimate experience inside one of Egypt’s most remarkable temples.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
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    Dendera

    ### **Return to Luxor** After completing the 2-hour tour at **Dendera Temple**, travelers are comfortably driven back to their **Luxor hotel or Nile cruise dock**. The **private air-conditioned vehicle** ensures a relaxing journey, allowing guests to reflect on the temple’s history and take in the **scenic Egyptian countryside** along the way. The drive takes approximately **90 minutes**, concluding the **half-day private experience** in comfort, safety, and style.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Eyes of Egypt

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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