Aswan Day Tours
Nubian village Aswan tour
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Tour Overview
Discover Ancient Wonders: Kom Ombo and Edfu Temples from Aswan
Embark on an unforgettable journey through ancient Egypt with a private day trip from Aswan to the remarkable temples of Kom Ombo and Edfu. First and foremost, this carefully curated experience offers an intimate look into the rich history . And stunning architecture of two of Egypt’s most iconic archaeological sites.
What to Expect
To begin with, your adventure starts with convenient pickup from your hotel or Aswan airport in a private, air-conditioned vehicle, ensuring a comfortable and relaxing journey. Throughout the day, an expert, English-speaking Egyptologist guide will accompany you, offering fascinating insights into the history, mythology, and cultural significance of each temple.
The Temple of Kom Ombo: A Unique Double Temple
To start, the tour takes you to the Temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to two triads: Sobek, the crocodile god, and Haroeris, the falcon-headed god (Horus the Elder). Here, you can admire the temple’s distinctive symmetrical design, with mirrored halves dedicated to each deity. Meanwhile, your guide will reveal the stories and symbolism behind its intricate carvings and reliefs.
The Temple of Edfu: A Perfectly Preserved Sanctuary
Afterward, the journey continues to the Temple of Edfu, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt. Dedicated to Horus, the falcon god, this majestic structure features striking pylons, courtyards, and chapels that, together, offer a window into the grandeur of ancient Egyptian religious life. Along the way, you’ll explore its remarkable detail and learn about its enduring significance in Egyptian mythology.
Included Amenities for a Seamless Experience
In order to ensure a hassle-free experience, the tour includes bottled water to keep you refreshed throughout the day, as well as entrance fees to all sites mentioned and all applicable taxes and service charges. Above all, your comfort and enjoyment remain the top priority throughout.
Important Information
Please note that the Egypt entry visa is not included. In addition, any extras not specified in the itinerary, optional tours, and gratuities are also excluded. Nevertheless, this private tour guarantees personalized attention and a flexible itinerary tailored to your interests — ultimately, an unmissable opportunity to experience the wonders of ancient Egypt.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
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vacations in Egypt tour guide picked up from your hotel in Aswan, you make your way to the north, after an hour’s drive, you will make the first stop of your day trip to visit…
Kom Ombo temple
On the banks of the Nile River, stands the Temple of Kom Ombo, from the Ptolemaic era, a unique temple, the only double temple in ancient Egypt, where the falcon god Horus and the god Sobek the temple of Kom Ombo, Egypt, is of great interest because it is one of the most important sanctuaries of the Pharaonic era dedicated to Sobek. This crocodile-headed god was the deity of the Nile and according to some myths, the creator of the whole world.
Edfu temple
Edfu temple dedicated to the God Horus. It is one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt and the most important after Karnak Edfu temple t remained hidden under the sand for centuries until the French archaeologist Auguste Mariette rediscovered it in the mid-19th century.
After the tour, we will take you back to the starting point.
What's Included
Included
- Pickupservicesfromyourhotelorairport&return.
- Alltransfersbyaprivateair-conditionedvehicle.
- PrivateEnglish-speakingEgyptologistguide.
- Bottledwaterduringyourtrip.
- Entrancefeestoallthementionedsites.
- Alltaxes&servicecharges.
Not Included
- EntryvisatoEgypt.
- Anyextrasnotmentionedintheitinerary.
- Optiontours
- Tipping.
Tour Summary
| Prices start from | $70 |
|---|---|
| Duration | 1 day |
| Pickup & drop-off | Your Hotel or air port or Nile Cruise |
| Availability | Every day |
| Tour category | Aswan Day Tours |
What to Pack
- Hat.
- Camera.
- Umbrella.
- Medication.
- Comfortableshoes.
- Sunblock&Sunglasses.
- Warmclothesinwinter.
- Cottonclothesinsummer.
- Passportvalidfor6months.
Location
Where this tour goes
Frequently Asked Questions
This tour includes pickup and return from your hotel or the Aswan airport, private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle, a private English-speaking Egyptologist guide, bottled water, entrance fees to the Kom Ombo and Edfu Temples, and all taxes and service charges.
The tour excludes the entry visa to Egypt, any extras not mentioned in the itinerary, optional tours, and tipping.
The duration of the day trip typically ranges from 8 to 10 hours, depending on traffic and the time spent at each temple.
This is a private tour, ensuring personalized attention and a flexible itinerary tailored to your interests. You will only be traveling with your own group.
We recommend wearing comfortable clothing and shoes suitable for walking. Hats, sunglasses, and sunscreen are also advisable, especially during the hotter months.
Yes, photography is generally allowed inside the temples, but the use of flash photography may be restricted in certain areas. Please follow the guidance of your Egyptologist guide and any posted signs.
The best time of year to visit is during the cooler months, from October to April, when the weather is more pleasant for outdoor activities. However, the temples are open year-round and can be visited at any time.
