Private Edfu & Kom Ombo Temples Day Trip from Luxor with Lunch

Your Gem Explore Egypt representative will pick you up from your hotel or Nile cruise in Luxor in the morning to begin your private journey south through the beautiful landscapes of Upper Egypt.

Arrive at Edfu and explore the magnificent Temple of Horus, one of the most complete and best-preserved ancient Egyptian temples. Built during the Ptolemaic Period, the temple was dedicated to Horus, the falcon-headed god of kingship and protection. Your private Egyptologist guide will explain the fascinating mythology of Horus and the legendary conflict between Horus and Seth. During your visit, discover:

• The monumental entrance pylons

• Beautifully preserved temple reliefs

• The Great Court

• Hypostyle halls

• The sanctuary of Horus

• Ancient chapels and religious chambers

• Inscriptions describing ancient Egyptian myths and rituals

Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant before continuing your journey to Kom Ombo.

Continue to the fascinating Temple of Kom Ombo, dramatically situated on elevated ground overlooking the Nile River. This unique temple has a symmetrical double design and was dedicated to two different gods:

• Sobek – the crocodile-headed god associated with fertility and the Nile

• Horus the Elder (Haroeris) – the falcon-headed god of protection and kingship Explore the temple’s impressive reliefs, ancient medical instruments, astronomical depictions, and fascinating inscriptions. If open and included in your visit, you may also explore the nearby Crocodile Museum, which displays mummified crocodiles and artifacts connected with the worship of Sobek.

After completing your visit to Edfu and Kom Ombo, relax during the comfortable drive back to Luxor. Your driver will drop you off at your hotel or Nile cruise, concluding your memorable private day trip.