Private Tour in Temple of Edfu and Kom Ombo from Luxor

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1
  Temple of Horus

  Start your journey with a convenient hotel pickup in Luxor in the early morning. Sit back in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle as you travel south along the Nile Valley. Enjoy scenic views of rural villages and lush green fields that line the river, offering a unique glimpse into local Egyptian life. Your guide will provide fascinating insights into the historical and cultural significance of the sites you'll be visiting, setting the stage for an enlightening day ahead. Arriving in Edfu, step into the grand Temple of Horus, one of Egypt’s best-preserved temples and a significant site from the Ptolemaic period. The towering columns and meticulously carved hieroglyphics bring to life the story of Horus, the falcon-headed god. Walk through the colossal halls, admire the sanctuary, and learn about ancient Egyptian rituals and mythology that made this temple central to the worship of Horus.

  6 hours • Admission ticket not included
• 2
  Temple of Kom Ombo

  The journey continues to the remarkable Temple of Kom Ombo, a unique double temple dedicated to two gods: Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus the Elder. This site is renowned for its distinctive architecture and the well-preserved medical instruments carved on its walls, believed to be among the world’s first depictions of surgical tools. Don’t miss the Crocodile Museum, where you’ll see mummified crocodiles, a sacred animal to the temple’s deity Sobek. As the day draws to a close, relax on the comfortable drive back to Luxor, where you'll arrive in the early evening. Take this time to discuss your favorite moments with fellow travelers or simply absorb the memories of an enriching journey through Egypt's ancient wonders.

  5 hours • Admission ticket not included

Additional info

• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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