Aswan to Luxor Tour With Kom Ombo and Edfu Temples

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Journey from Aswan to Luxor, exploring the magnificent temples that dot the banks of the Nile. This full-day tour begins with a pickup in Aswan, leading to Kom Ombo, the unique dual temple dedicated to Sobek and Horus, showcasing rare insights into ancient Egyptian life and medicine. Afterward, delve into the Crocodile Museum before continuing to Edfu. There, discover the remarkably preserved Temple of Horus, a monumental testament to Ptolemaic architecture and the main cult center for the falcon god. This comprehensive excursion offers a deep dive into ancient Egyptian history and mythology, culminating in a comfortable transfer and drop-off in Luxor.

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Stage 1

Prepare for a journey through ancient Egypt, beginning with a convenient pickup in Aswan.

Stage 2

Your adventure commences with a scenic one-hour drive to Kom Ombo, home to the extraordinary Dual Temple of Sobek and Horus. Perched majestically by the Nile, this unique Greco-Roman temple offers breathtaking river views and boasts incredibly rare inscriptions. Marvel at the intricate "festival list," a detailed "list of surgical instruments" – a testament to ancient medical knowledge – and the ancient "Nileometer," used to measure the vital floods.

Stage 3

After a refreshment break, including a chance for a coffee and use of facilities, the journey continues for approximately an hour and a half to the city of Edfu. Here, you'll embark on a captivating guided tour of the Temple of Horus, the second-largest and arguably the best-preserved temple in all of Egypt. This magnificent structure, dedicated to the falcon-headed god Horus, dates back to the Greek era, with construction spanning nearly 180 years from 237 BC to 57 BC under the Ptolemies. Its remarkable state of preservation offers an unparalleled glimpse into ancient Egyptian religious practices and architectural prowess. Discovered in modern history by a French expedition, its intact condition makes it truly spectacular.

Stage 4

Finally, relax on a comfortable two-hour drive back to Luxor, where you'll be dropped off, concluding your immersive historical excursion.

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