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10h
Daily Tour
1 person
English
An Edfu and Kom Ombo day trip offers a fascinating journey into the heart of ancient Egyptian religion and architecture. This guided experience takes you to two of Egypt’s most impressive temples, known for their detailed carvings, unique design, and rich historical significance.
The trip begins with a visit to the Temple of Edfu, one of the best-preserved ancient temples in Egypt. Dedicated to the falcon god Horus, the temple is famous for its massive pylons, grand halls, and intricately carved reliefs that depict mythological battles and religious rituals. Walking through the temple provides a vivid insight into how ancient Egyptians practiced worship and celebrated their gods.
Next, the tour continues to the remarkable Kom Ombo Temple, a truly unique structure in ancient Egypt. Unlike other temples, Kom Ombo features a rare double sanctuary dedicated to two sets of gods. One side honors Sobek, the crocodile god, while the other is devoted to Horus the Elder. This dual design makes Kom Ombo one of the most distinctive temples in the country.
During your visit, you will also see the famous mummified crocodiles, displayed in the nearby museum. These remains offer a fascinating look into the religious importance of crocodiles in ancient Egyptian culture and the worship of Sobek.
This Edfu and Kom Ombo day trip is ideal for history lovers, cultural explorers, and travelers who want to deepen their understanding of ancient Egypt. With expert guidance, comfortable transportation, and carefully planned visits, the tour combines education with enjoyment.
Whether you are traveling between Luxor and Aswan or staying nearby, this day trip provides a memorable opportunity to explore two extraordinary temples in one enriching experience.
After being picked up from your hotel or boat in Luxor, you'll leave the city behind and follow the course of the River Nile south in the direction of Upper Egypt.
The first stop on your guided excursion of these ancient temples will be Edfu, where you'll visit the Temple of Horus. Do you know the legends that surround this falcon-headed deity? You'll reveal some of the fascinating tales about him through the inscriptions carved into the columns of the temple. The hieroglyphs, which you can try your hand at decoding, not only represent scenes of the legendary conflict between Horus and Seth, but also provide information on how the temple was built.
Having enjoyed lunch at a local restaurant in Edfu, you'll continue on your route to Kom Ombo. Here on the eastern bank of the Nile, you'll visit a unique temple, unusual for Egyptian sanctuaries in that it is dedicated to two different deities: Sobek and Haroeris. Inside the temple, you'll be left speechless by its incredible hypostyle hall, which feels like entering a forest of elaborately engraved columns.
Next to the temple, find the Crocodile Museum, whose permanent exhibition showcases these mummified reptiles, considered sacred in Ancient Egypt.
At the end of your guided tour, you'll make the return journey to Luxor, where we'll arrive 10 hours after initial pickup.
This activity only includes pickup and drop-off from hotels and boats in Luxor on the Eastern Shore of the River Nile (right bank). On the way back we'll drop you off at the same place you were picked up at.
If your hotel or boat in Luxor is located on the Western Bank (left bank) of the River Nile, we'll agree on a meeting point on the East Bank.
If you'd prefer, you can also reserve this excursion with departure from Aswan.
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