Private Day Tour to Edfu and Kom Ombo Temples from Luxor
This tour offers flexibility, allowing you to choose whether you begin in Luxor and conclude in Aswan or vice versa. We commence our journey in the quaint town of Kom Ombo, situated on the eastern bank of the Nile, approximately 45 kilometers north of Aswan. From there, we proceed to Edfo town, where we will explore the remarkable Edfo Temple.
During this captivating excursion to the temples of Kom Ombo and Edfu in Aswan, you will have the opportunity to marvel at the splendid architecture of ancient Egypt. As you approach the Temple of Kom Ombo, perched atop a lofty dune overlooking the Nile, you'll encounter the temples dedicated to the crocodile god, Sobek, and the Haroeris Temple.
Delve into Egypt's intriguing history by visiting the Temple of Edfu, devoted to the falcon-headed god Horus. Be mesmerized by its magnificent structures, as the temple is bathed in sunlight throughout the day.
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Private Day Tour to Edfu and Kom Ombo Temples from Luxor
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What's included in Private Day Tour to Edfu and Kom Ombo Temples from Luxor
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Edfu
This comprehensive 10-hour tour, inclusive of transportation, promises an enriching experience. You will be chauffeured in an air-conditioned vehicle to Edfu, where you will encounter the most intact and impeccably preserved temple in Egypt, adorned with magnificent granite statues of the falcon god, Horus. This Ptolemaic temple stands as a tribute to the falcon deity "Horus." The temple's walls, columns, and doorways are adorned with intricate reliefs that provide a valuable glimpse into ancient Egyptian religious and political ideologies. Among the most captivating reliefs is the narrative of Horus seeking vengeance against Seth for the murder of his father, Osiris—a ritual reenacted annually within the temple. Additionally, other reliefs chronicle the temple's construction stages and offer insights into the completion dates of various architectural elements.
Temple of Kom Ombo
Concluding our visit to the Edfu Temple, we will proceed to the intriguing destination of Kom Ombo. Upon arrival, you'll explore a truly unique double-structured temple dedicated to both the Falcon god "Haroeris" in its southern section and the Crocodile god "Sobek" in the northern section. This temple's construction dates back to the Ptolemaic era, adding to its historical significance. Of particular interest within this temple is a scene etched onto the inner face of the rear wall, which holds a captivating representation that likely depicts an array of surgical instruments.
Inclusions
- Bottled water
- Pick up services from your hotel in Luxor
- Snacks
- Private English-speaking Egyptologist guide
- All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle
- Tipping
- Entry/admission to Edfu Temple
- Entry/admission to Kom Ombo Temple
- Gratuities
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 30 minutes before departure time.
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we will pick up all travellers
