Egypt · Religious & Spiritual

8-Hour Dandara Temple Tour from Luxor with Hathor Temple Roof Access

8 Hours Round trip from Luxor Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Pay a respectful visit to the Dandara Temple of Hathor
02 Learn about the historical and archaeological facts of the temple
03 Climb the temple stairs and walk on the roof for a unique perspective
04 Descend into the underground crypt to see beautifully intact scenes

Sign up for this incredible journey to Dandara, the Temple of the Lady of Good Times. Known as the Temple of Hathor, this unique and fascinating destination is located in the city of Qena, just a 1.5-hour journey from Luxor. Explore a remarkable temple dedicated to the ancient Egyptian goddess of love, life, and music, and discover its famous astronomical zodiac scenes from the Greco-Roman period.

The temple is famous for its astronomical zodiac scenes from the Greco-Roman period.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Luxor, Dendera

Languages Arabic, English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Dandara Temple of Hathor Excursion

Connect with your English-speaking tour guide to begin the program itinerary.
Transfer from Luxor to Dandara Temple, which is dedicated to Hathor, the ancient Egyptian goddess of love, life, and music. The temple is famous for its astronomical zodiac scenes from the Greco-Roman period. You can experience several unique features here:
- The ability to climb the stairs and walk on the roof of the temple, offering a unique perspective on ancient architecture.
- The presence of a calendar on the ceiling, a rare feature among ancient Egyptian temples.
- The opportunity to go down into an underground crypt to see beautifully intact scenes, providing a glimpse into the temple's history and significance.
Later, head back to Luxor to conclude the tour.