While in Aswan, expand your sightseeing to Kom Ombo and Edfu cities, which have remarkable temples. Kom Ombo Temple, which stands on a high ground overlooking the River Nile. Then onto Edfu Temple which is dedicated to god Horus and it considered the best preserved cult temple in Egypt.
Kom Ombo & Edfu Day Tour
Tour Overview
- Trip runs: Daily
- Trip Duration: 4 hours
- Pick up time: 08:00 am to 09:00 pm
- Tour Type: Private Tour
Tour Itinerary
Stylish Holidays tour guide will start the tour with you early morning, and head directly to Kom Ombo city, to visit the Temple of Kom Ombo which standing on high grounds overlooking the Nile.
The Temple of Kom Ombo is an unusual double temple built during the rule Ptolemaic dynasty in the Egyptian town of Kom Ombo. One side of the temple is dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek, god of fertility and creator of the world. The other side is dedicated to the falcon god Haroeris.
The temple was started by Ptolemy VI (180-145 BC) at the beginning of his reign and added to by others, most notably Ptolemy XIII (47-44 BC), who built the inner and outer hypostyle halls.
Continue our drive to reach Edfu, where you will be transferred by a horse carriage to visit the majestic temple dedicated to Horus which is considered by most to be the best preserved cult temple in Egypt.
The Temple of Edfu is located on the west bank of the Nile in the city of Edfu. It is the second largest temple in Egypt after Karnak and one of the best preserved. The temple, dedicated to the falcon god Horus, was built in the Ptolemaic period between 237 and 57 BCE. The inscriptions on its walls provide important information on language, myth and religion during the Greco-Roman period in ancient Egypt.
The temple of Edfu is the largest temple dedicated to Horus and was the centre of several festivals sacred to the god.
Drive back to Aswan and end of the tour
Tour Prices
Persons |
Price |
|---|---|
| Single Person | 290 US$ |
| 2-4 persons | 160 US$ |
| 5-9 persons | 80 US$ |
| 10 or more persons | 70 US$ |
Photo Gallery
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- Round trip transfers from and to your location in Aswan
- All transfers by air conditioned vehicle
- Professional Egyptologist guide (All major languages are available)
- Entrance fees
- Taxes and service charge
- Assistance of Stylish Holidays during trip
Tour excludes
- Tips and gratuities
- Meals except where indicated
- Drinks
- Personal expenses
Sightseeing Reservation Form
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General Conditions for Daily Sightseeing
Tour Prices
- Tour prices are published in US Dollars currency
- Tour price is quoted per person per tour inclusive of services mentioned in each tour
- Meals and drinks are excluded unless mentioned clearly
Children Policy (joining Parent)
- Less 2 years: free of charge at transportation, tours and accommodation
For flights, infant rates will be applied - Less 6 years: free of charge at transportation and tours
Accommodation: Some hotel charge children over 2 years
For flights, children rates will be applied - Less 12 years: charged 50% of adult prices
For flights, children rates will be applied - More 12 years: Full adult price
Deposit and Payment
Full payment is required to final confirm your tour booking and you can pay by credit card (a secure payment link will be created for payment) or via swift bank transfer
Special Requests
In case the client has any special requests, he/she should inform the company at the time of booking. The company will do the best to fulfill these requests, but it is not guaranteed and will be subject to availability.
Tour Voucher
After your tour booking is confirmed and paid, you will receive a confirmation email with a voucher
All your tour details and information along with contact details will be included in the voucher
Cancellation Policy
In case of cancellation due to personal or business reasons and we have already incurred costs on your behalf, these costs will be transferred to you
No cancellation fees will be charged in case of ‘force majeure’ such as volcanoes, earthquakes, or reasons beyond control
Tipping
Tipping is normally for expressing your satisfaction with services you have received from the staff on duty with you. We advise to tip as you are willing.
This will be greatly appreciated, but you are not obligated to.
