Kom Ombo & Edfu Temples Day Tour from Aswan: Private Guide

Walk through two temples built for ancient gods and see the Nile Valley unfold between them.

A full-day private tour from Aswan visits Kom Ombo Temple, dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek and Horus the Elder, then continues to the Temple of Edfu, one of Egypt's finest ancient monuments honoring Horus. Your Egyptologist guide travels with you in a private air-conditioned vehicle, entrance fees are included, and pickup and drop-off happen at your hotel or Aswan location. The route covers approximately 2 hours of driving between the two sites, passing through the Nile Valley with frequent stops in villages along the way.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each3 stops

1. Aswan Marketpassing by
2. Kom Ombo TempleEntry included1h
3. Temple of HorusEntry included1h 30m

Visit Kom Ombo and Edfu Temples

• Pickup from Aswan location
• Drive to Kom Ombo Temple
• Explore Kom Ombo Temple and Crocodile Museum
• Drive to Edfu Temple
• Visit Temple of Horus at Edfu
• Transfer to hotel or drop-off location

The experience

The day starts with pickup from your Aswan hotel, airport, or any location in the city. You travel in a private air-conditioned vehicle with an Egyptologist guide who speaks English and can arrange tours in Spanish, Italian, French or other languages. The first stop is Kom Ombo Temple, which sits on high ground overlooking the Nile. This Ptolemaic temple is unusual for its symmetrical design and dual dedication: half the temple honors Sobek, the crocodile god, and the other half honors Haroeris, or Horus the Elder. The reliefs are beautifully preserved, and if time allows, you can visit the nearby Crocodile Museum, which holds mummified crocodiles found in the area.

After Kom Ombo, you drive roughly 2 hours to Edfu Temple, passing through villages and towns along the Nile Valley. The road has frequent speed bumps, so travel is slower than highway driving, but the route itself is part of seeing how the landscape and settlements change. Edfu Temple is one of the best-preserved ancient temples in Egypt. Built during the Ptolemaic period (332–30 BC), it was completed almost entirely according to its original design and is dedicated to Horus, the falcon-headed god. The entrance is towering, the columns are impressive, and the inscriptions are sharp enough to read the detail. Your guide explains the architecture, the rituals, and the mythology, including the story of Horus avenging his father Osiris by defeating his uncle Seth.

After your guided visit to Edfu, you return to your vehicle for the transfer back to Aswan or, if your itinerary calls for it, to Luxor. Bottled water is provided on board. The full day runs about 8 hours from pickup to drop-off, and the pace is yours: your guide adjusts to how long you want to spend at each temple. Children from age 6 are welcome on the tour.

What’s included

• Entrance fees to Kom Ombo Temple and the Temple of Edfu.
• pickup and drop-off at your Aswan hotel or any location in the city.
• private air-conditioned vehicle for all transfers.
• professional Egyptologist guide.
• bottled water on board.
• all service charges and taxes.

Options for this experience

2 options

Car and Egyptologist tour guideGuide in 6 languages · 9 departure times: the first at 06:00, the last at 10:00Optional: non-English-speaking tour guide. Entrance fees (EGP 450 for Kom Ombo Temple and EGP 550 for Edfu Temple), payable by credit card. Private transfer lasting 7 hours, with bottled water. Route: Aswan, then Edfu Temple, then Kom Ombo Temple, then Luxor. Vehicle: limousine, minivan, van or coaster car. Included: an English-speaking Egyptologist tour guide, traffic permission, an air-conditioned modern car, a professional driver, and pickup.

Guided tour, premium privateGuide in 6 languages · 9 departure times: the first at 06:00, the last at 10:00Optional: non-English-speaking tour guide. Private tour, 7 hours, with bottled water. Route: Aswan, then Kom Ombo Temple, then Edfu Temple, then Luxor or Aswan. Vehicle: limousine, SUV, minivan, van or coaster car. Included: entry fees to historical sites, an English-speaking Egyptologist tour guide, traffic permission, an air-conditioned modern car, a professional driver, and pickup.

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Information

Lasts 8h, runs every day, 9 start times, from US$ 125 per person, with live guides in 6 languages, as a private tour and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.

Days and timesEvery day9 departure times: 06:00, 06:30, 07:00, 07:30, 08:00, 08:30, 09:00, 09:30 and 10:00

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French, German, Italian and Arabic

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

AgesAdult (12 and older) · Child (6 to 11 years) · Under 6: can't be booked

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Good to know

Moderate physical effort

Operated by Nile Holiday

Is this one for you?Book this if you're arriving in Aswan and want a private vehicle with your own guide controlling the pace and route between Kom Ombo and Edfu temples in one day.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian and Arabic.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (6 to 11 years). Children under 6 can't be included in the booking.

What makes Kom Ombo Temple different from other temples in Egypt?

Kom Ombo Temple is unique for its symmetrical design and dual dedication to two gods: Sobek, the crocodile god, and Haroeris (Horus the Elder). Most Egyptian temples honor one deity. This one divides its space and reliefs equally between two, which is rare and visually striking when you walk through it.

How long is the drive between Kom Ombo and Edfu?

The scenic drive between the two temples takes approximately 2 hours. The route passes through villages and towns along the Nile Valley with frequent speed bumps, so travel is slower than highway driving, but you see the landscape and settlements change as you go.

Is the Crocodile Museum included in the tour?

The Crocodile Museum near Kom Ombo is optional and visited if time permits during your stop at the temple. Entrance to the museum is not automatically included, so ask your guide whether there is time to visit it on your departure date.

Can I be dropped off in Luxor instead of Aswan?

Yes. You can arrange drop-off at your hotel in Luxor or any preferred location in Luxor or Aswan according to your travel itinerary. Provide your full name, address and drop-off location when you book.

What should I bring for a full day visiting two temples?

Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring sunscreen and a hat. Both temples have open courtyards with little shade. Bottled water is provided on board the vehicle. Modest clothing is respectful at the temples. Loose, lightweight layers work well in the heat.