Tour to Edfu and Kom Ombo from Marsa Alam

From
$149.00
Duration
1 Days
Tour Type
Egypt Private Tours

Awards & Recognitions

Tour Details

	Duration	1 Day
	Tour Schedule	Daily
	Tour Location	Edfu and Kom Ombo
	Pickup & Drop Off	Your Hotel in Marsa Alam

Tour Included

Pick up services from your hotel and return
Tour to Hatshepsut Temple and Valley of the Kings
Tour to Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple
Shopping through famous Bazaars
Service of professional tour guide
Accommodation at 5* hotel with breakfast, Sonesta Hotel
Entrance fees to the sights.
Lunch at quality restaurant
Bottled water during your trip
Assistance of our personal during tours
All transfers by air-conditioned vehicle

Tour Exclude

Any extras not mentioned in the program
Tipping
Personal expenses

Tour Itinerary

Day Tour to Kom Ombo Temple and Edfu Temple from Marsa Alam – Itinerary:

1. Early Morning Pickup:
– At 05:00 AM, our representative will pick you up from your hotel in Marsa Alam.
2. Transfer to Edfu:
– Travel in an air-conditioned modern van to Edfu, approximately 4 hours away from Marsa Alam.
3. Edfu Temple:
– Visit the majestic Temple of Edfu dedicated to the falcon-headed god Horus.
– Learn about the myths associated with the temple, including the revenge of Horus for the murder of his father Osiris.
4. Lunch:
– Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant in Edfu.
5. Transfer to Kom Ombo:
– After exploring Edfu, transfer to the Temple of Kom Ombo, standing on high grounds overlooking the Nile.
6. Kom Ombo Temple:
– Explore the Temple of Kom Ombo, which has a unique double entrance dedicated to the deities Sobek and Haroeris.
– Learn about the significance of each deity, including Sobek, the crocodile-headed god of fertility, and Haroeris, the falcon-headed Horus.
7. Return to Marsa Alam:
– Before 6:00 PM, be escorted by your guide back to your hotel in Marsa Alam.

This day tour offers a fascinating journey to explore the well-preserved Edfu Temple and the unique Kom Ombo Temple, providing insights into ancient Egyptian mythology and religious practices. The tour allows you to immerse yourself in the rich history and architecture of these remarkable temples.

Attractions highlight:

Colossi of Memnon

The Colossi of Memnon, which have endured for 3,400 years and are renowned as an acoustic marvel of the ancient world, greet tourists as the very first monument when they arrive on the west bank.

Valley of the Kings

Located on the historic grounds of Thebes, the Valley of the Kings serves as the ancient resting place for numerous rulers of Egypt’s New Kingdom, including the most celebrated collection of tombs.

Valley of the Kings

Nestled on the ancient grounds of Thebes, the Valley of the Kings serves as the ancient burial site for a multitude of New Kingdom rulers from Egypt, housing the most renowned collection of tombs.

Karnak Temple

Positioned on the east bank of the Nile, the Karnak Temple Complex encompasses a series of temples. The name “Karnak” is derived from Arabic, where it signifies a fortified village.