Private Tour
Private Half Day in Dendera Temple from Luxor
Overview
Available languages
5 hours
Mobile ticket
Private half-day tour to Dendera Temple from Luxor. Perfect for travelers looking to explore beyond the usual tourist path, this guided experience offers a deep dive into ancient Egyptian history and architecture.
Your journey begins with a convenient hotel pick-up in Luxor by a modern, air-conditioned vehicle. Accompanied by an expert Egyptologist guide, you’ll travel north through the tranquil countryside to the Dendera Temple complex.
Dedicated to the goddess Hathor, the temple is renowned for its spectacular astronomical ceiling depicting the zodiac, colorful reliefs, and richly decorated columns. Walk through the grand Hypostyle Hall, explore hidden crypts and rooftop chapels, and admire the stories carved in stone that reflect ancient religious beliefs and rituals.
Your guide will provide fascinating insights throughout, while also allowing time for personal discovery and photography. After a rewarding visit, relax as you are comfortably driven back to Luxor.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Luxor
Half-day journey to the magnificent Dendera Temple from Luxor. This private tour promises an enriching experience, allowing you to explore the fascinating world of ancient Egyptian history and architecture at your own pace. Our excursion begins with a comfortable pick-up from your Luxor location, ensuring a hassle-free start to your adventure. As you travel to the Dendera Temple, your Egyptologist guide will share engaging stories and historical context, offering insight into the temple's importance and mythology.
Dendera Temple Complex
Upon arrival, you’ll be struck by the temple’s grandeur. Dedicated to Hathor, goddess of love and music, the Dendera Temple complex is one of the best-preserved sites in Egypt. Marvel at the vibrant ceiling featuring a rare depiction of the zodiac, a masterpiece of ancient astronomy. Wander through the Hypostyle Hall, where towering columns and vivid carvings bring ancient rituals to life. Explore underground crypts, rooftop chapels, and sacred chambers, each revealing a piece of Egypt’s rich religious heritage. Enjoy ample time to take photos and ask questions as your guide brings the stories etched in stone to life.
What‘s Included
English speaking-Egyptologist Guides are Qualified and Fully Licensed
Pick up services from starting point and return
Private Tour
Bottled water during the tour
Free time for personal exploration.and taking photos of the temple
Admission ticket to Dendera Temple
Tipping
Tour guide speaking. German. French. Spanish 15 Euro extra
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Transfer + Professional Guide
Transfer + Professional Guide
Pickup included
Only Transfer
Only Transfer
Pickup included
Guide+Transfer+Tickets
Guide+Transfer+Tickets
Pickup included
Reviews
10 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Immersive experience
Odyssey65025777380,,Dec 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A really immersive and unique tour with Ahmed. You get insights into the Egyptian history you won't get in other places. Dendera has its own mysterious and breathtaking history. You will see things that questions reality. Highly recommended!
Amazing experience!
JulissaAHF,,Nov 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a last-minute decision, and I’m glad we chose Aladdin and his team to take us to Dendera. Aladdin contacted me past midnight, right after I completed the booking on Viator. They pick you up from anywhere in Luxor, so I was able to choose the most convenient location. We arrived a few minutes early, and our driver Yousef was already there. He is an excellent driver, and we were able to communicate without any major issues, even though he speaks just a little English. He drove safely the entire time, and the trip to Dendera was very pleasant. The car was immaculately maintained, well-equipped, pristine, and very comfortable—a modern, new SUV with plenty of legroom. On the way, Aladdin called us to check how everything was going and to ask if we needed anything. Both Aladdin and Yousef were flexible with the waiting time, which allowed us to explore the entire temple, go down into the catacombs (unmissable, do it!), climb up to the rooms located on a sort of mezzanine accessible through a very steep staircase and then through a very narrow window (you have to squeeze through like a cat, but it’s totally worth it!), go up to the roof, patiently look through every room, and take thousands of amazing photos and videos. I explained to Aladdin that we are not the typical tourist that just rushes through with a quick glance, and he was very kind and understanding, letting me explore the complex for 3 hours! At the end of our tour, Yousef kindly offered us refreshing drinks, which was very much appreciated. Unfortunately, I never carry cash with me and couldn’t give him a better tip, which he truly deserved for his patience, politeness, punctuality, flexibility, and for thinking ahead that we would be thirsty and tired after walking so much in the temple. In summary, it was a unique experience—not only because of what we saw in Dendera, but especially because of the excellent service my husband and I received from this tour operator. Without a doubt, I would hire them again, and I will do so when I return to Egypt, inshallah! Thank you for everything!!
Amazing experience, 100% worthy! You can’t miss this one!
Julissa H,,Nov 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a last-minute decision, and I’m glad we chose Aladdin and his team to take us to Dendera. Aladdin contacted me past midnight, right after I completed the booking on Viator. They pick you up from anywhere in Luxor, so I was able to choose the most convenient location. We arrived a few minutes early, and our driver Yousef was already there. He is an excellent driver, and we were able to communicate without any major issues, even though he speaks just a little English. He drove safely the entire time, and the trip to Dendera was very pleasant. The car was immaculately maintained, well-equipped, pristine, and very comfortable—a modern, new SUV with plenty of legroom. On the way, Aladdin called us to check how everything was going and to ask if we needed anything. Both Aladdin and Yousef were flexible with the waiting time, which allowed us to explore the entire temple, go down into the catacombs (unmissable, do it!), climb up to the rooms located on a sort of mezzanine accessible through a very steep staircase and then through a very narrow window (you have to squeeze through like a cat, but it’s totally worth it!), go up to the roof, patiently look through every room, and take thousands of amazing photos and videos. I explained to Aladdin that we are not the typical tourist that just rushes through with a quick glance, and he was very kind and understanding, letting me explore the complex for 3 hours! At the end of our tour, Yousef kindly offered us refreshing drinks, which was very much appreciated. Unfortunately, I never carry cash with me and couldn’t give him a better tip, which he truly deserved for his patience, politeness, punctuality, flexibility, and for thinking ahead that we would be thirsty and tired after walking so much in the temple. In summary, it was a unique experience—not only because of what we saw in Dendera, but especially because of the excellent service my husband and I received from this tour operator. Without a doubt, I would hire them again, and I will do so when I return to Egypt, inshallah! Thank you for everything!!
Aladdin is the best tour guide I've experienced in Egypt
carriekT8201BI,,Nov 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had the most amazing day visiting Dendera and Luxor Temples with Aladdin as a small group of friends travelljnv through Egypt together. This was my 2nd time visiting Egypt and using Aladdin's Tour Guide services. He is extremely knowledgeable and interesting. We felt very well looked after and safe. The service was excellent as it was last time. The car was comfortable and the driver courteous. Would recommend this service again and again. Thank you Aladdin!
Great trip
268viktorv,,Nov 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great time with Alladin visiting the temple at Dendera! The temple and ancient art is amazing, the guide made sure we didn’t miss any highlights and provided us with all the necessary knowledge. Don’t miss out!
Great temple
Safari48507281271,,Nov 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Beautiful temple with huge columns and nice stairs to go up in temple, every corner and little room has nice art, great guide
Dendara temple tour
P6206JVseans,,Nov 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic tour and guide. Aladdin is great, he will explain and answer every question you have. The temple is a must see, I recommend it.
Stunning place you have to see
Safari05537369462,,Sep 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had very good time with our guild Mo he is very friendly and helpful answer all our questions we ask and give us free time to explore the temple dendra very stunning
Tito is the best
Explorer19018985250,,Sep 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The visiting to dendra temple was worth to go the place was stuning and very coulerful over all it was Amazing experience with our knowledgeable guide best
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