Aswan Day Tours

Kom Ombo & Edfu Temples Day Excursion from Aswan

Travel north from Aswan to visit the double temple at Kom Ombo and the Temple of Horus at Edfu on a private day tour.

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The Temple of Kom Ombo
Temple architecture and carved detail at Kom Ombo; the sailing programme determines the visit time. Photo: Holger Uwe Schmitt. License: CC BY-SA 4.0.
Private tour · approx. 8 hoursAswanPrivate planningFrom USD 85

A closer look.

Follow the Nile Valley north from Aswan with your private Egyptologist guide.

Explore Kom Ombo's twin sanctuaries dedicated to Sobek and Haroeris, then continue to Edfu to see the entrance pylons, halls and reliefs of the Temple of Horus. Return transfers are confirmed in your quotation.

  • Double Temple of Kom Ombo overlooking the Nile
  • On-site Crocodile Museum at Kom Ombo
  • Towering Ptolemaic Temple of Horus at Edfu
  • Scenic overland drive through Upper Egypt
  • Private Egyptologist guide and car from Aswan

Your itinerary.

Timings are coordinated around pickup, access and your agreed arrangements.

01

Aswan Pickup & Route Introduction

Meet your private Egyptologist guide and driver at your Aswan hotel or cruise ship dock to begin the air-conditioned road journey north.

02

Upper Nile Temples: Temple of Horus at Edfu & Double Temple of Kom Ombo

Tour the twin riverfront shrines of Kom Ombo and inspect mummified crocodiles, then continue north to explore the massive pylon and roofed chapels of Edfu.

03

Return Transfer to Aswan

Rejoin your private air-conditioned vehicle for the relaxing return drive through rural Nile villages, dropping off directly at your Aswan accommodation.

Included in the proposal.

  • Private air-conditioned road transfers from the agreed Aswan pickup point and back
  • Private guiding or excursion coordination in the language confirmed in your quotation
  • Planning and coordination for the route in your confirmed itinerary

Not included unless quoted.

  • International airfares, Egyptian entry visas, and travel insurance
  • Entrance fees, pyramid-interior tickets, special tomb tickets (including Tutankhamun's tomb) and optional activities, unless listed as included in your quotation
  • Domestic flights, train tickets and overnight hotel stays, unless listed as included in your quotation
  • Meals, drinks, personal purchases and optional equipment hire, unless listed as included
  • Gratuities for guides, drivers, and crew

The practical details.

Tour Pricing per Person (Private Rates)

Solo Traveler: $136 | 2 Persons: $85 / person (Standard Rate) | 3 to 5 Persons: $70 / person | 6+ Persons: $59 / person. Children under 6 years are complimentary; children 6–11 receive a 50% discount. Includes private air-conditioned vehicle, licensed Egyptologist guide, and scheduled visits.

Walking, steps and sun protection

Expect steps, uneven ground and time in the sun at archaeological sites and desert stops. Wear comfortable closed-toe shoes and bring water and sun protection. Tell us about any walking or access needs before the route is confirmed.

Photos and confirmed arrangements

Photos illustrate the destinations on this route. Your quotation confirms the transport, accommodation and tickets included in your booking; a photograph does not identify a particular vehicle, hotel room or cruise ship.

The written quotation takes precedence over this suggested programme. Check the final services, guiding arrangements and any optional costs before confirming.

Good to know.

What are the rates for different group sizes?

This tour is private. Rates start at $85 per person for 2 guests. Solo travelers pay $136 for dedicated transport and guiding, while parties of 3–5 pay $70 per person, and 6+ guests pay $59 per person.

Are monument entrance tickets and meals included automatically?

Check your quotation for the entrance tickets, boat crossings, meals and transport included in the price. The itinerary shows the proposed visits; any extra tickets or services are confirmed separately before booking.

Can pickup times and pacing be adjusted for our group?

Yes. We can discuss pickup times, breaks and time at each stop when planning your private ground arrangements. Changes need to fit your hotel location, any flight or ship schedule and the time available for the visits.

Where will we be picked up?

Your Aswan hotel or an agreed meeting point. Your exact meeting details are agreed before travel.

How is my booking confirmed?

Send an enquiry first. We review availability and provide a written quotation with the itinerary, services, price and booking conditions. Sending the form does not reserve a service.

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