Edfu & Kom Ombo Temples Tour

Why was the falcon-headed deity Horus one of the most important sacred figures of Ancient Egypt? Discover fascinating secrets on this guided tour of the temples of Edfu and Kom Ombo from Aswan.

Edfu & Kom Ombo Temples Tour

After being picked up from your hotel in Aswan, you will head north, passing through the desert and fertile Nile plains.

After about an hour’s drive, the first stop is Kom Ombo, known for its double temple dedicated to deities Sobek and Haroeris. The over-2000-year-old structures feature hieroglyphics that can be explored. Nearby, a five-minute walk leads to the Crocodile Museum, where you will learn about the significance of mummified reptiles in Ancient Egypt.

After a lunch break at a local restaurant in Kom Ombo, you will continue to Edfu, located on the banks of the Nile. Here, you will visit the Temple of Horus, a key figure in Egyptian history, exploring its cultural and religious significance.

Finally, you will return to your accommodation in Aswan, arriving approximately 10 hours after pickup.

Pickup

This activity includes pickup from hotels, hostels, and apartments in Aswan. For accommodations located on specific islands, the following meeting points will be used:

For West Aswan Island: pickup at the West Bank Ferry Terminal.For Elephantine Island: pickup at KFC, Kornish Al Nile, or Telecom Egypt Office, El Sadat Road.For Suhil Island: pickup at the West Bank Ferry Terminal.

If your accommodation is not in the city center or on the listed islands, you must go to one of the designated meeting points.

Important

If preferred, this tour can also be booked departing from Luxor.