Egypt · Religious & Spiritual

9-Hour Kom Ombo and Edfu Temple Tour from Aswan

9 Hours Round trip from Nagoa Ash Shatb Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit Kom Ombo Temple on high ground overlooking the River Nile
02 Discover Kom Ombo's unique double entrance dedicated to Haroeris and Sobek
03 Explore Edfu Temple, dedicated to God Horus
04 See the best-preserved cult temple in Egypt at Edfu

Explore two remarkable temples on this 9-hour excursion from Aswan. Visit Kom Ombo Temple, set on high ground overlooking the River Nile, and discover its unique double entrance dedicated to Haroeris and Sobek. Continue to Edfu Temple, dedicated to God Horus and considered the best-preserved cult temple in Egypt. Marvel at these two auspicious temples as you uncover their history and significance.

It differs from other temples because of its double entrance, with each one dedicated to a divinity: 'Haroeris' with his falcon head and 'Sobek' with his crocodile head.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 9 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Aswan, Edfu, Kom Ombo

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Kom Ombo and Edfu Temple Excursion

Pick up from your hotel in Aswan by your tour guide/representative to enjoy a tour of the temples.
Visit the Temple of Kom Ombo, standing on high ground overlooking the Nile. It differs from other temples because of its double entrance, with each one dedicated to a divinity: 'Haroeris' with his falcon head and 'Sobek' with his crocodile head.
Discover the beauty of the Temple of Kom Ombo, built in honour of two deities: the crocodile-headed Sobek, the god of fertility and creator of the world, and Haroeris, or the ancient falcon-headed Horus.
Lunch at a local restaurant.
Cross the Nile to Edfu, where you will be transferred by horse carriage to visit the majestic Temple of Horus (Temple of Edfu), considered by most to be the best-preserved cult temple in Egypt.
Transfer to Aswan.