- Marsa Alam Tours - Pick up time from Hurghada hotel at 06:00 am, Drive 3 hours to visit the temple of the Goddes Hathor, The Goddes of love, Music
Arrive at Dendera at 09: 00, You will be accompanied by Egyptologist tour guide ,He will explain the history of the temple
Dendera temple
The Temple of Hathor was largely constructed during the Late Ptolemaic period, specifically during the reign of Ptolemy XII and Cleopatra VII. Later additions were made during the Roman period. Although built by a dynasty of rulers who were not native Egyptians themselves, the design of this temple has been found to be in accordance to that of other classical Egyptian temples, with the exception of the front of the hypostyle hall, which, according to an inscription above the entrance, was constructed by the Emperor Tiberius.
Apart from these, there are also scenes in the temple complex portraying the Ptolemaic rulers. For example, carved onto the external face of one of the temple walls is a huge relief of Cleopatra VII and her son by Julius Caesar and co-ruler, Ptolemy XV (better known as Caesarion). The two Ptolemaic rulers are shown dressed in Egyptian garb, and offering sacrifices.
Hathor was also regarded as a goddess of healing, and this is evident in the presence of a sanatorium in the temple complex. Here, pilgrims would come to be cured by the goddess. Sacred water (which was made holy by having it poured onto statues inscribed with sacred texts) was used for bathing, unguents were dispensed by the priests of Hathor, and sleeping quarters were provided for those hoping that the goddess would appear in their dreams, and so aid them.
After visiting the temple.we will have lunch in Qena City then we depart to Hurghada
- Mineral water
- Lunch
- Private tour guide
- Tips
- Boat trip in the river
Experience a day trip from Hurghada to the Dendera Temple. Your journey begins at 06:00 am from Hurghada with a tranquil three-hour ride to the temple. Accompanied by your English-speaking guide, who is well-versed in Egyptology, you will have the opportunity to admire and explore the majestic temple for 2.5 hours. Following this, savor a delicious lunch and embark on a 30-minute sailing adventure on the Nile River. The day concludes with a return trip to Hurghada and a drop-off at your hotel.
- Duration 200 minutes
- Skip the line, get in faster
- Pick-up service
- Pick-up and drop off from any hotel in Hurghada is free of charge. Pick-up and drop off from Makadi, Sahl hashesh, Soma Bay, El Gouna and Safaga are available for an additional fee.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
