Explore one of Egypt’s expertly excavated temple complexes at Dendera as you embark on a journey across thousands of years of history. See the Temple of Hathor, famous birthing temples, and numerous shrines all alongside your expert Egyptologist guide.

Contained within huge mud-brick walls, the complex at Dendera covers more than 430,000 square feet (40,000 sq m) and houses many fine archaeological wonders. The jewel in the crown is the Temple of Hathor, which dates from the first century BC. Admire its colourful paintings that, after expert cleaning, are now visible. Standing on the roof, cast your eyes over the large area and enjoy the green Nile Valley in the distance.

Continue exploring to find 2 on-site birthing houses—the Coptic Basilica and the Temple of the Birth of Isis. Utilise this valuable time with your professional guide to learn more about some of the earliest Egyptian history and personalise the narrative to your interests.