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Viator · Private tour

Luxor Private Tour To Esna, Edfu Temple and Kom Ombo Temple

Luxor1 hour

Description

Discover the ancient wonders of Egypt on a private VIP tour from Luxor. Explore the stunning Esna Temple dedicated to the god Khnum, followed by the magnificent Edfu Temple, one of the best-preserved temples in the country. The journey continues to the unique Kom Ombo Temple, which is dedicated to both Sobek and Horus. This tour offers a personalized experience with expert guides, ensuring you gain deeper insights into the rich history and culture of these incredible sites. Enjoy convenient transport and take in the breathtaking views along the Nile.

Tour Options

Luxor Private Tour To Esna, Edfu Temple and Kom Ombo Temple
  • Pickup included

Itinerary

Pass by

We will start our tour from your location in luxor we drive for about one hour before we visit Esna temple

Admission included120 min

Construction of the Temple of Khnum, the ram-headed creator god who fashioned humankind on his potter’s wheel, was begun by Ptolemy VI Philometor (180–45 BC). The Romans added the hypostyle hall, the only part of the temple that is excavated and can be visited today, with well-preserved carvings from as late as the 3rd century AD. The Temple of Khnum today sits in a 9m-deep pit, which represents 15 centuries of desert sand and debris, accumulated since it was abandoned during the Roman period. Most of the temple, similar in size to the temples of Edfu and Dendara, is still covered by the old town of Esna. A quay connecting the temple to the Nile was built by Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius (AD 161–180).

Admission included120 min

Edfu Temple (Temple of Horus) is one of Egypt's most complete and best-preserved ancient temples, located on the Nile's west bank, built by Ptolemaic kings (237-57 BCE) dedicated to the falcon-headed god Horus, showcasing traditional Egyptian architecture despite Greek rule, and known for its intact pylons, courts, hypostyle halls, and detailed reliefs, serving as a key stop for Nile river cruises.

Admission included120 min

Kom Ombo Temple – Where Gods Meet - Basma Hotel AswanThe Temple of Kom Ombo, north of Aswan, Egypt, is a unique symmetrical "double temple" dedicated to two gods: Sobek (the crocodile god) and Horus the Elder (falcon-headed). Built during the Ptolemaic era (c. 180–47 BC) and later Roman period, its design features twin entrances, halls, and sanctuaries. A highlight is the nearby Crocodile Museum with mummified crocodiles, plus unique reliefs showing ancient surgical tools, making it a popular stop on Nile cruises.

Highlights

Private transportation
Entrance tickets to the mention sightseeing if option selected
Bottled water
Lunch
Air-conditioned vehicle
English speaking Egyptology guided option selected

What's included

Included
Private transportation
Entrance tickets to the mention sightseeing if option selected
Bottled water
Lunch
Air-conditioned vehicle
English speaking Egyptology guided option selected
Not included
Gratuities
39€ per person

Pickup Locations & Times

We will pick you up from your hotel in luxor with option to come back to luxor after the tour done we will need photo of your passports and your room number in advance

Important Information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels