Day Tour to Edfu and Kom Ombo from Hurghada
Private Day Tour to Edfu and Kom Ombo from Hurghada
Embark on a Day Tour to Edfu and Kom Ombo from Hurghada to explore two remarkable ancient Egyptian temples. Start at Edfu Temple, dedicated to the god Horus, and admire its massive gateway, falcon statues at the entrance, and reliefs depicting the legendary conflict between Horus and Seth.
Continue to the double temple of Kom Ombo, where you can discover reliefs of Sobek and Horus the Elder depicting religious rituals and ancient medical instruments.
Conclude your tour at the Crocodile Museum, exploring mummies and coffins that reveal the sacred crocodile mummification rituals and the animals’ significance in ancient Egyptian beliefs.
Tour Highlights
| Tour Inclusions | Tour Exclusions |
| Hotel pickup and drop-off service in Hurghada. All transfers by private air-conditioned vehicle. Entrance fees to the mentioned historical sites. Private English-speaking Egyptologist guide. Bottled water during the tour. Lunch at a local restaurant. All taxes and service charges. | Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary. Tipping. |
Day Tour to Edfu and Kom Ombo from Hurghada Itinerary
Early in the morning, an Axa Tours representative will pick you up from your hotel in Hurghada in a modern, private, air-conditioned van to begin your Day Tour to Edfu and Kom Ombo from Hurghada.
Edfu Temple
Begin your tour by exploring Edfu Temple, dedicated to the god Horus. Admire its massive gateway decorated with royal reliefs and the two statues of Horus in the form of a falcon at the entrance.
Walk through the courtyards and elaborately decorated columned halls, discover the sanctuary and ancient granite shrine, then see the Mammisi (Birth House) and the Nile Nilometer. Learn about the reliefs depicting the legendary conflict between Horus and Seth.
Lunch Break
Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant in Edfu, where you can savor the authentic flavors of Egyptian cuisine.
Kom Ombo Temple
Explore the double temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile-headed god, and Horus the Elder, the ancient falcon-headed god.
Walk through the decorated columned halls and admire the royal reliefs depicting religious rituals and offerings. Examine the carvings of calendars, religious festivals, and ancient medical instruments, then discover the Nile Nilometer and the ancient well.
Crocodile Museum
Conclude your visit at the nearby Crocodile Museum. See mummified Nile crocodiles, the largest of which measures approximately 4.3 meters, alongside crocodile embryos, statues of Sobek, and reliefs depicting offerings.
Discover a model of a crocodile tomb and the clay coffins used for their burials. Learn about the mummification rituals performed for these sacred animals and the mysteries of their worship in ancient Egyptian beliefs.
Return
At the end of your Day Tour to Edfu and Kom Ombo from Hurghada, you will return to your hotel in Hurghada accompanied by your tour guide, after a memorable day exploring the historical landmarks of Edfu and Kom Ombo.
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What Makes This Tour Unique?
- A private Day Tour to Edfu and Kom Ombo from Hurghada with hotel pickup and drop-off.
- The opportunity to explore Edfu Temple and its reliefs depicting the legendary battle between Horus and Seth.
- A visit to Kom Ombo Temple, featuring reliefs of Sobek and Horus the Elder, ancient medical instruments, and religious rituals.
- The chance to explore the Crocodile Museum’s mummified crocodiles, sacred coffins, and ancient offerings.
- An opportunity to discover ancient Egyptian beliefs and sacred crocodile mummification rituals.
Tour Prices
Private tour for 4 persons – (120$) per person
Private tour for 3 persons – (130$) per person
Private tour for 2 persons – (140$) per person
Private tour for 1 person – (270$) per person
Children enjoy a 50% discount on standard adult pricing.
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