Egypt · Archaeology

8-Hour Edfu and Kom Ombo Tour from Aswan with Egyptologist Guide

8 Hours Round trip from Nagoa Ash Shatb Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit Kom Ombo Temple, uniquely dedicated to Sobek and Haroeris
02 Explore Edfu Temple, one of the best-preserved cult temples in Egypt
03 Learn the mythological story of Horus avenging the murder of Osiris
04 Travel from Aswan with an Egyptologist guide and included lunch

Discover the historic side of Egypt on this 8-hour trip from Aswan, featuring guided visits to Kom Ombo Temple and Edfu Temple. Kom Ombo was built in honor of two deities - the crocodile-headed Sobek and the falcon-headed Horus - while Edfu Temple is one of the best-preserved shrines in Egypt. Travel by road with an expert Egyptologist guide and make the most of your time at these glorious ancient sites.

According to Egyptian myths, it was the place where the falcon-headed god Horus took revenge for the murder of his father Osiris by killing Seth.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Aswan, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Luxor

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Kom Ombo and Edfu Temple Excursion from Aswan

Get picked up by your Egyptologist tour guide from your hotel in Aswan.
Transfer to the Temple of Kom Ombo, which stands on high ground overlooking the Nile River. It differs from other temples because of its double entrance, with each one dedicated to a different divinity: Haroeris with his falcon head and Sobek with his crocodile head.
Enjoy a boxed lunch.
Continue by road to Edfu to visit the majestic temple dedicated to Horus. This temple is considered to be the best-preserved cult temple in Egypt. According to Egyptian myths, it was the place where the falcon-headed god Horus took revenge for the murder of his father Osiris by killing Seth.
At the end of the tour, get transferred to your hotel in either Aswan or Luxor, as per your request.