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Abydos - Built ca. 1279 BCE
The Temple of Seti in Abydos (300 miles south of Cairo) was constructed by Seti I and his son, Rameses II. Seti was a pharaoh of Egypt in the Nineteenth Dynasty, ruling from 1290-1279 BCE. Seti not only opened mines and rebuilt damaged temples, he also continued the construction on the hypostyle hall of Karnak. Ramses II was the third pharaoh of the Nineteenth Dynasty and had the second longest reign in Egypt, ruling from 1279-1213 BCE. It is largely believed Seti built the temple itself, while Ramses completed the decorations, the surrounding courtyards, and other works.
The sacred city of Abydos was the site of many ancient temples and was the burial place for the first kings of a unified Egypt. Nearby there was also a predynastic cemetery with hundreds of graves.
- Private transportation
- Tickets to temples
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Lunch
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- All fees and/or taxes
- Qualified Egyptologist guide
- Gratuities
- Personal expenses
- Drinks and water
Do you fancy trying something unique in Egypt that many other tour operators don’t offer? This is an exclusive journey that includes visits to two of the most celebrated temples, Dendera and Abydos, among other remarkable attractions.
We will collect you straight from your hotel’s front entrance in Hurghada.
Our first stop will be Abydos, an ancient city known for its invaluable archaeological significance. Explore the Temple of Seti I, renowned for its well-preserved and still partly coloured reliefs. Witness the renowned Abydos King’s List showcasing the lineage of ancient monarchs who ruled before Seti I.
Next, we’ll travel to the Osireion, an extension of Pharaoh Seti I’s Temple, erected to honour the deity Osiris and purportedly home to his head, as per the legend.
Following a midday meal, we’ll proceed to the tour’s second highlight: Dendera. This striking Ptolemaic temple, devoted to the goddess Hathor, stands as one of Egypt’s most-kept sacred sites.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
