Description

Spend a day exploring the Edfu temple and Kom Ombo temple from Marsa Alam Few outings capture Upper Egypt's Nile charm better than this route to two riverside temples. First comes the massive, striking Edfu Temple of the God Horus, then Kom Ombo, home of the Crocodile God

Included

Round-trip pick up from your hotel in Marsa Alam

A professional English-speaking guide..

All transfers in a private deluxe A/C vehicle.

Entrance fees for the sights visited on the tour..

Complimentary bottled water and soft drinks during touring and road travel.

Lunch at a good-quality restaurant.

All service charges & taxes

Excluded

Any additional extras

Gratuities

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sunglasses

Hat

suncream

CameraThe Price for groups:Private tour for 2 Persons 130 $ Per PersonPrivate tour for 3 Persons 110 $ Per PersonPrivate tour for 4 Persons 100 $ Per PersonPrivate tour for 5 Persons 90 $ Per PersonPrivate tour for 6-9 Persons 80 $ Per PersonPrivate tour for child 90 $ Per childPrivate trip for Single traveller 240 $ Per person

Your Itinerary

  • 1) Hotel to Kom Ombo Temple

    Pick up from your hotel heading to Kom Ombo temple via Edfu temple , a drive of about 4 hours 15 minutes. Visit Kom Ombo The temple : The temple and its surrounding settlement sit 40 K.m north of Aswan; it was devoted to the deities Sobek and Horus and dates chiefly to the Ptolemaic and Roman period(332 B.b -395 A.c)

  • 2) Lunch Break

    Savor a traditional Egyptian meal at a local restaurant near Kom ombo temple

  • 3) Touring Edfu Temple

    Following lunch, head to the Edfu temple Edfu temple An Upper Egyptian site centered on a large, well-preserved temple dedicated to the hawk-god Horus. Construction of this Ptolemaic temple, raised on the site of a much earlier one, dates to the period beginning with the reign of Ptolemy the Third(246 B.c). Wall carvings depict the Myth of the contending of Horus and Seth(likely re-enacted yearly as a religious drama.

  • 4) Heading Back from Edfu to Marsa Alam

    Head back toward Marsa Alam from Edfu

Frequently Asked Questions

Kom Ombo sits roughly 220 km from Marsa Alam, with Edfu another 60 km further north. The scenic Nile-side drive from Marsa Alam takes about 3-4 hours, and both temples fit comfortably into one single-day outing.

Edfu Temple honors the falcon-headed god Horus and ranks among Egypt's best-preserved ancient temples. Kom Ombo is a unique dual temple honoring both Sobek the crocodile god and Haroeris the falcon god, and it holds a collection of ancient mummified crocodiles.

This excursion runs as a private tour, so you'll have your own air-conditioned vehicle and dedicated guide for the entire day. Going private means a tailored pace and the freedom to linger longer at whichever site you like best.

The package covers private round-trip transfers from your Marsa Alam hotel, entry fees for both Edfu and Kom Ombo temples, an expert Egyptologist guide, lunch, and bottled water, with no hidden extra costs at the sites.

Reviews

  • Sophie Martin

    June 1, 2026, 11:34 a.m.

    An unforgettable day tour from Marsa Alam! Edfu and Kom Ombo temples are awe-inspiring, especially with their stunning riverside locations. Our guide brought history to life with fascinating stories. A must for any history lover!

  • Claire Dubois

    March 27, 2026, 6:44 p.m.

    Quelle journée extraordinaire! Les temples d'Edfou et de Kom Ombo sont magnifiquement préservés et pleins d'histoire. Être si proche du Nil rend l'expérience encore plus spéciale. Notre guide était très sympathique et compétent.

  • John Smith

    March 16, 2026, 11:42 p.m.

    Great day out exploring Edfu and Kom Ombo temples. The architecture and historical significance were just incredible. The guide was informative, although the day was quite long. However, it's a must-do if you're in Marsa Alam.

  • Olga Petrova

    Oct. 10, 2025, 11:35 a.m.

    Прекрасная экскурсия! Храмы Эдфу и Ком Омбо восхитительны, и близость к Нилу добавляет особую атмосферу. Наш гид был замечательным и делал путешествие незабываемым. Очень рекомендую всем, кто находится в Марса-Алам.

  • Emily Johnson

    Oct. 9, 2025, 9:06 p.m.

    This tour was an amazing experience! The temples at Edfu and Kom Ombo are absolutely stunning, and being so close to the River Nile adds a magical touch. Our guide was knowledgeable and made our day truly special. I highly recommend this trip to anyone staying in Marsa Alam.

  • Hans Müller

    Sept. 7, 2024, 8:04 p.m.

    Ein fantastischer Ausflug von Marsa Alam! Die Tempel in Edfu und Kom Ombo sind beeindruckend und voller Geschichte. Unser Reiseleiter war hervorragend und hat alles detailliert erklärt. Eine tolle Möglichkeit, die Schönheiten Oberägyptens zu entdecken.

  • Marie Lefevre

    May 8, 2024, 1:11 a.m.

    Les temples d'Edfou et de Kom Ombo sont à couper le souffle. J'ai particulièrement aimé la visite guidée, notre accompagnateur connaissait si bien l'histoire et a rendu la visite fascinante. C'était une journée merveilleuse!

  • Giulia Bianchi

    Oct. 7, 2023, 3:30 a.m.

    Un tour davvero eccezionale! I templi di Edfu e Kom Ombo sono mozzafiato, situati vicini al fiume Nilo. La nostra guida era espertissima e ci ha fatto conoscere ogni dettaglio della storia di questi luoghi straordinari. Altamente raccomandato!

  • Thomas Schneider

    July 13, 2023, 7:47 p.m.

    Ein perfekter Tagesausflug! Die Tempel von Edfu und Kom Ombo sind beeindruckend, besonders in ihrer Nähe zum Nil. Unser Guide hat die Geschichte lebendig gemacht und es war eine sehr lehrreiche Reise. Absolut empfehlenswert!

All tours are operated by licensed Egyptian travel companies under the supervision of the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities.

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