Explore the Landmarks of Aswan, Edfu and Kom Ombo in 4 Days
Highlights
Aswan, Kom Ombo, Edfu
nature, archaeological, historical
Private Tour
4 Days
Easy
English
Description
Join us on a heritage tour and explore the archaeological marvels of Aswan, Edfu and Kom Ombo. Visit the Unfinished Obelisk and Aswan High Dam in Aswan, and head to see the second largest temple of Egypt- the Temple of God Horus at Edfu. Experience a beautiful view of the Nile while you explore the Kom Ombo Temple.
Itinerary
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Day 1- Arrive in Aswan
- Meet your tour guide after arriving from the Aswan International Airport, where a representative will assist you with arrival procedures and take you to the hotel. At the hotel, the tour manager will assist with a smooth check-in and review your holiday itinerary with you to establish and confirm pick-up times for each tour.
Overnight in Aswan.
(Welcome drinks)
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Day 2- Explore the Highlights of Aswan
- Have breakfast and visit the world-famous High Dam, an engineering miracle constructed between 1960 and 1970. It aimed to increase economic production by further regulating the annual river flooding and providing water storage for agriculture, and later, to generate hydroelectricity. The dam had a significant impact on the economy and culture of Egypt.
- Move to the Unfinished Obelisk. This obelisk is believed to belong to Queen Hatshepsut, one of the rulers of the 18th dynasty and the royal wife of king Tuthmosis II. The Unfinished Obelisk is the largest known ancient obelisk, located in the northern region of the stone quarries of ancient Egypt in Aswan, Egypt. It is unknown which pharaoh created this structure. It is nearly one-third larger than any ancient Egyptian obelisk ever erected. If finished, it would have measured around 42 m and weighed nearly 1,200 tons.
- Go for the trip to the fabulous sound and light show at the Philae Temple. (Optional)
Overnight in Aswan.
(Meal: lunch) -
Day 3- See the Edfu and Kom Ombo Temples
- Have breakfast, head to Edfu, and visit the majestic temple dedicated to Horus. The Edfu Temple is the second largest temple after Karnak, known in Greco-Roman times as Apollonopolis Magna. The temple was dedicated to the falcon God Horus and was built during the Ptolemaic period, which was oriented east-west instead of the current north-south configuration. The oldest part of the temple is the section from the Festival Hall to the Sanctuary; this was begun by Ptolemy III in 237 BC and completed by his son, Ptolemy IV Philopator. The Hypostyle Hall was added by Ptolemy VII (145-116 BC), and the pylon was erected by Ptolemy IX (88-81 BC). The final touches to the temple were added under Ptolemy XII in 57 BC. The falcon-headed Horus was originally the sky god, whose eyes were the sun and moon.
- Visit Kom Ombo and have lunch on board. Visit the Temple shared by the two Gods Sobek & Haroeris in Kom Ombo, standing on high grounds overlooking the Nile. The Temple of Sobek and Haroeris in Kom Ombo (also known simply as Kom Ombo Temple) dates from about 180 BC during the Ptolemaic era, with additions made in Roman times. The temple at Kom Ombo was also built under Ptolemy VI. Since this bend in the Nile was a favoured spot for crocodiles to bask in the sun and threaten locals, it is natural that the temple would be dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile god. But it is unusual in having a double dedication: it also honours Haroeris, a form of the falcon-headed god Horus. The hypostyle halls were added under Ptolemy XIII (51-47 BC); the Roman emperor Trajan (53-117 AD) added the forecourt and outer enclosure walls.
- Transfer back to the hotel.
Overnight in Aswan.
(Meals: breakfast, lunch) -
Day 4- Departure
- Have breakfast at the hotel and transfer to the Aswan airport for your onward destination.
(Meal: breakfast)
What's Included
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Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
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3 to 3 | /person |
2 to 2 | /person |
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1 to 4 | /person |
This is a private tour |