Why choose this Luxor tour ?
Embark on a captivating journey from Luxor to explore Kom Ombo and Edfu temples. Discover the unique double temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to Sobek and Horus. Then, marvel at the well-preserved grandeur of the Temple of Edfu, devoted to the falcon-headed god Horus. Unravel the mysteries of ancient Egypt on this enriching tour.
Make the most of your Luxor adventure
What makes Private Trip To Edfu & Kom Ombo Temples From Luxor a unique experience ?
At 7:00 am guide will pick you up from your hotel in Luxor and transfer by Private A/C Vehicle to Edfu around 50 minutes drive south of Luxor.
Arrival in Edfu where you can visit the majestic Temple of Edfu that dedicated to Horus which is considered by most to be the best preserved cult temple in Egypt. According to the Egyptian myths, it was the place where the falcon-headed god Horus revenged the murder of his father Osiris by killing Seth.
El Kab consists of prehistoric and ancient Egyptian settlements, rock-cut tombs of the early Eighteenth Dynasty (1550–1295 BC), remains of temples dating from the Early Dynastic period (3100–2686 BC) to the Ptolemaic Kingdom (332–30 BC), as well as part of the walls of a Coptic monastery. This site was first scientifically excavated by James Quibell at the end of the nineteenth century, but other archaeologists have spent time at this site include Frederick William Green, Archibald Henry Sayce, Joseph John Tylor, and Somers Clarke. However, Belgian archaeologists took over the project in 1937, and it has remained in their hands since then. Much of the research done at this site took place within the town enclosure of El-Kab. However, since the 1980s the work has shifted more to the north and north east of the town
Then Continue Your day tour to Kom Ombo around 45 minutes drive from Eduf Arrival Kom Ombo transfer to see the Temple of Kom Ombo standing on high grounds overlooking The Nile. It differs from other temples because of its double entrance, each one is dedicated to divinity: “Haroeris” with his falcon head and ” Sobek ” with his crocodile head. The Temple of Kom Ombo was built on the honor of two deities the crocodile-headed Sobek, god of fertility and creator of the world, and Haroeris or the ancient falcon-headed Horus. Also, Kom Ombo’s importance lies in its huge sugar-cane.
Then around transfer back to your hotel in Luxor
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Entrance fees -Depending on the Tour Options Chosen
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
Private Trip To Edfu & Kom Ombo Temples From Luxor Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Pick up services from your hotel in Luxor and return
- All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle
- Bottle of water
Not Included
- Tipping
- Entry Fees (Optional)
- Tour guide (Optional)
- Lunch (Optional)
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Egipto Excursiones.
- 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.
