Day Tour to Edfu and Kom Ombo from Luxor
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Embark on a full-day tour from Luxor to explore two remarkable ancient sites: Edfu and Kom Ombo Temples. This hassle-free excursion takes you through the scenic Nile River valley and provides an opportunity to visit some of Egypt’s well-preserved temples dedicated to powerful gods.
**Tour Highlights:**
– **Hotel Pickup:** Your expert tour guide will pick you up from your hotel in Luxor, and your full-day adventure will begin.
– **Edfu Temple:** Travel along the Nile River for approximately 2 hours to reach Edfu, where you’ll visit the Temple of Horus. This temple is considered one of the most complete and best-preserved of all Egyptian temples. It was constructed during the Ptolemaic era between 237 and 57 BC. Your experienced guide will help you discover the historical and architectural significance of this temple.
– **Kom Ombo Temple:** After exploring Edfu, continue your journey for about 1 hour and 30 minutes to reach Kom Ombo, located approximately 70 kilometers south of Edfu. Here, you’ll visit the unique Kom Ombo Temple, a double temple dedicated to Haroeris, the falcon god, and Sobek, the crocodile god. This temple dates back to the Greco-Roman era in Egypt and features interesting carvings and friezes. You’ll have the opportunity to admire scenes from the ancient Egyptian calendar and view medical instruments and more.
– **Return to Luxor:** After a full day of exploration, you’ll be transferred back to your hotel in Luxor, where the tour concludes.
This tour provides a hassle-free way to discover the rich history and architecture of Edfu and Kom Ombo Temples with the guidance of an experienced Egyptologist. It’s a great opportunity to explore the ancient world and gain insights into the religious beliefs and practices of the time.
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- Pick up services from your hotel in Luxor and return.
- All transfers by air-conditioned vehicle.
- Expert tour guide.
- Entrance fees to all the mentioned sites.
- All service charges & taxes.
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- Any extras not mentioned in the program.
- Tipping.
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- Hat.
- Medication.
- Warm clothes in winter.
- Camera.
- Comfortable Shoes.
- Cotton clothes in summer.
- Umbrella.
- Sunblock & Sunglasses.
- Valid Passport for 6 months.
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Edfu Temple
The Temple of Horus at Edfu is indeed widely regarded as one of the most impressive temples along the journey between Luxor and Aswan on the Nile River. It is a must-visit site for all cruise ships that make this journey, with stops also typically made at Esna and Kom Ombo. The Temple of Horus is renowned for its remarkable state of preservation, stunning architecture, and its significance in ancient Egyptian religious and historical contexts. It offers a captivating glimpse into the grandeur of ancient Egypt and its temples along the Nile.
Kom Ombo
Kom Ombo is situated approximately 40 kilometers north of Aswan, making it an accessible and historically significant location for visitors to the region. The Temple of Kom Ombo was constructed in honor of two deities: Sobek, the crocodile-headed god associated with the Nile and fertility, and Haroeris, a form of the god Horus. This temple is a fascinating historical site with unique architectural features and carvings dedicated to these two powerful ancient Egyptian deities.
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