Why choose this Luxor tour ?
This private day tour takes you from Luxor to two of Egypt’s most impressive and well-preserved temples: Edfu and Kom Ombo. You’ll travel south along the Nile, experiencing the Egyptian countryside and visiting these remarkable monuments of ancient Egyptian history and religion.
Make the most of your Luxor adventure
What makes Edfu And Kom Ombo Temples Private Day Tour From Luxor a unique experience ?
Early Morning Departure:
– Your private Egyptologist guide will pick you up from your hotel in Luxor in an air-conditioned vehicle.
– The journey to Edfu takes about 2 hours, depending on traffic.
– Dedicated to the falcon god Horus, this is one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt.
– Built during the Ptolemaic period (237-57 BC), it offers insights into ancient Egyptian mythology and architecture.
– Your guide will explain the temple’s history, the significance of its reliefs and inscriptions, and the rituals once performed here.
– You’ll explore the massive pylon entrance, the Court of Offerings, the Hypostyle Halls, and the Sanctuary.
– After Edfu, you’ll continue south for about 1.5 hours to reach Kom Ombo.
– This unique double temple is dedicated to two gods: the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon god Haroeris (Horus the Elder).
– Built during the Ptolemaic dynasty (180-47 BC), it has an unusual symmetrical design.
– Your guide will show you the temple’s key features, including:
– The Court of Offerings
– The Hypostyle Halls
– The three-sided outer corridor with its fascinating reliefs
– The Nilometer used to measure the Nile’s water levels
– You’ll also visit the nearby Crocodile Museum, which displays mummified crocodiles and ancient carvings.
. Return to Luxor:
– The drive back to Luxor takes about 3 hours.
– You’ll be dropped off at your hotel in the evening.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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- Edfu And Kom Ombo Temples Private Day Tour From Luxor
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Edfu And Kom Ombo Temples Private Day Tour From Luxor Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Expert tour guide
- Entrance fees to all the mentioned site
- All service charges & taxes
- Pick up services from your hotel in Luxor and retur
- All transfers by air-conditioned vehicle
Not Included
- Any extras not mentioned in the program Tipping
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Egypt Daily Travel.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Africa/Cairo.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
