Kom Ombo

Tours

Cruise the Nile on a 5-star ship from Aswan to Luxor, stopping to see the sights of Kom Ombo, Edfu, Karnak Temple, Hatshepsut Temple, and the Valley of the Kings along the way. With full board, your meals are taken care of, and your own private guide will show you the best of ancient Egypt. Day 1: Start your ancient Egypt exploration in the beautiful city of Aswan. Your guide will pick you up from your Aswan hotel to escort you to Philae Temple. Known as the "Pearl of Egypt”, Graeco-Roman temples and colonnades, kiosks, and sanctuaries rise proudly against the skyline. Afterward, you’ll be dropped off at your cruise ship in time to enjoy lunch and the rest of the day to relax onboard. Day 2: Early in the morning, you have the option to take an optional guided tour to Abu Simbel or enjoy a free morning. The mighty temple built by Ramses II is a marvel of ancient engineering and also has a fascinating modern history. Enjoy lunch onboard as you begin sailing to Kom Ombo. Discover the temple dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus, the falcon-headed god, with your guide. The layout combines two temples in one with each side having its gateways and chapels. After your tour of Kom Ombo, return to the ship for dinner and a relaxing evening as you sail overnight to Edfu. Day 3: After enjoying breakfast, your guide will meet you to visit the hidden gem in Edfu, Horus Temple, As the largest temple dedicated to Horus, one of Egypt's most important historic deities, statues of the falcon-headed god are found throughout the complex. The temple’s extensive wall carvings have provided valuable information to historians about the Hellenistic period of Egyptian history, and the exquisite reliefs give us insight into the religion, mythology, and way of life during the era. Day 4: After breakfast, you can leave your luggage at reception while you spend the day exploring Luxor. Start your tour on the West Bank at The Valley of the Kings where you will visit the royal tombs of pharaohs of the new kingdom. Wander through passageways decorated with reliefs and hieroglyphs and learn about the ancient Egyptian beliefs about the afterlife. The next stop is the Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut. A keen admirer of Mentuhotep II's temple, Hatshepsut had her own designed to mirror it but on a much grander scale and, just in case anyone should miss the comparison, ordered it built right next to the older temple. Stop for a quick visit to the massive colossi of Memnon before enjoying a break for lunch in a local restaurant in Luxor. Then it's time to explore Luxor's East Bank. Start your tour with the biggest temple in Luxor, the impressive Karnak Temple. Home to three main temples, several smaller enclosed temples, and several outer temples, UNESCO-listed Karnak combines the achievements of many generations of ancient builders over 1500 years. Your next destination is the temple of Luxor, this beautiful temple was the main function during the annual Opet celebrations. Started by Amenhotep III and completed by Tutankhamun, Luxor Temple has a fascinating history throughout the ages. After your day in Luxor, your driver will drop you off at your accommodation in Luxor.

Cruise to Luxor on a 3-day 2-night guided trip from Aswan with all meals and private cabin accommodation included. See the Abu Simbel Temple, Edfu Temple, and the jagged cliffs of Deir el-Bahari. Soar through the clouds on a hot air balloon and ride a horse-drawn carriage. Day 1: After pickup, head to the Abu Simbel Temple, generally considered the grandest and most beautiful of the temples commissioned during the reign of Ramesses II. Following a guided temple tour, board the cruise ship and set sail to the Kom Ombo Temple, unique due to its dedication to two different deities. Return to the ship for dinner as it continues sailing down the Nile. Day 2: After breakfast, visit the Edfu Temple by horse-drawn carriage. Discover one of the best-preserved shrines in Egypt, then return to the cruise ship. Day 3: Start your day with pickup from the cruise ship. Experience an unforgettable 45- to 80-minute hot air balloon flight at a height of over 1,500 feet in the sky. After landing, head to the west bank of Luxor to visit the Valley of the Kings, also known as the Valley of the Gates of the Kings. Head to the Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut. Located opposite the city of Luxor, it is considered to be a masterpiece of ancient architecture. Marvel at three massive terraces that rise above the desert floor and into the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari. Then, move to the Colossi of Memnon to see the mortuary temple of Amenhotep III. Sail on the Nile in a traditional felucca sailing boat to discover the beauty of Luxor. Relax with a drink as you soak up the scenery (drink costs not included). Next, go to Karnak Temple, one of the greatest examples of worship in history, dedicated to the god Amun, his wife, and their son to represent the Theban triad. Learn the ancient history behind this site and visit Luxor Temple before hotel drop-off.

Enjoy a daylight car trip to Luxor in a private, comfortable, air-conditioned car. After our representative picks you up from your hotel in Aswan, you’ll start your adventure on the way to Luxor. Your first stop will be Edfu to visit The Temple of Horus, one of the most impressive feats of construction completed during the Ptolemaic era and it’s one of the best places to visit to experience the audacious ambition of Egypt’s temple builders. Then relax in the car enjoy the road until you arrive at your second stop on the tour the temple of Kom Ombo, and what makes it so unique it’s that its double design meant that there were courts, halls, sanctuaries, and rooms duplicated for two sets of gods. And to learn more about it please pay all your attention to the private professional Egyptologist who is included in the two temples. Finally, You will be dropped off at your hotel in Luxor

Day 1 : Arrival transfer to the Nile cruise -Will pick you up from Aswan to check in on Nile cruise ( Aswan Airport / Railway Station / Hotel in Aswan ) -Visit : High Dam -Temple of Philae Day 2: Abu Simbel& Navigation to Kom Ombo Temple -Will visit Abu Simbel Around 4:30, your guide will pick you up for Abu Simbel trip ( sharing a small group ) -Temple of Kom Ombo Day3: Edfu Temple & Arrive Luxor -Temple of Horus -Luxor Temple Day 4: Balloon Ride, Luxor& Departure Transfer -Begin around 5:00Am pick you up for incredible trip 30 to 45 minutes Hot Air Balloon -Colossi of Memnon -Valley of the kings -Temple of Hatshepsut -Temple of Karnak Finally. transfer to (Luxor hotel/ Luxor Airport / Railway station) Around 3:00 to 4:00 PM

With an Egyptologist guide leading the way, this Cairo day trip lets you visit iconic ancient Egyptian sites including the Pyramids of Giza and Great Sphinx, followed by a visit to the Egyptian Museum. You can choose to take a private tour, or join a group tour. Your guided tour begins at the Great Pyramids of Giza. This iconic site is home to three large ancient Egyptian pyramids, as well as the Great Sphinx and remains of a workers’ village. The biggest attraction is the Pyramid of Cheops or Khufu which is commonly known as the Great Pyramid. It is the last remaining of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. The magnificent structure is an amazing testimony to the ingenuity of ancient Egyptian builders thousands of years ago.  The much-photographed Pyramid of Khafre or Chephren is the only one of the three pyramids which retains some of the original limestone casing. The smaller Pyramid of Menkaure or Mykerinos makes up the trio. There are several optional activities available around the pyramid complex including camel rides, horse and carriage rides, Nile river cruises and entrance to the interior of the pyramids. These activities are optional and incur additional fees to be paid on the day. No visit to the Giza Pyramid complex would be complete without a close-up look at the mysterious Great Sphinx. With a long and troubled history, this half-pharoah, half-lion monument has intrigued travelers to Egypt for centuries. Who is the face of the Sphinx? You can also visit the Valley Temple which belongs to the pyramid of Khafre. The temple served an important role in the preparation and mummification of the king before burial. Having an Egyptologist guide on hand during your visit to Giza will certainly come in handy with such a rich history.  Not far from the pyramids you will have a short stop at the Institute of Papyrus. Here you can see how ancient Egyptians made the first paper in the world. Test out your bargaining skills and negotiate a good price for a papyrus souvenir to take home. Enjoy an optional lunch at a restaurant in Cairo before continuing to the world-famous Egyptian Museum. The museum is home to an immense collection of rare and valuable artifacts from the pharaonic period including mummies, chariots, jewelry and everyday items. Mostly famously the Egyptian Museum is home to a mesmerizing exhibit dedicated to Tutankhamen's collection of treasure, gold and jewelry. The glittering artifacts were discovered untouched in King Tut’s sealed burial chamber in 1922 by Howard Carter. With more than 250,000 artifacts, your Egyptologist guide will once again guide you through the fascinating history of ancient Egypt, and help you navigate the jam-packed museum. Your Cairo day trip concludes with transfer back to your hotel.

Day 1: start the day early in the morning at 8 am, our driver will pick you up from your accommodation in Cairo/Giza. the first visit of the day will be to the Pyramids of Giza, Egypt's pharaohs expected to become gods in the afterlife. To prepare for the next world they erected temples to the gods and massive pyramid tombs for themselves, admiring the tombs of gods from the ancient Egyptian perspective. continuing the great adventure of discovering the interesting lifestyle of ancient Egyptians, the second visit of the day will be to the Egyptian museum. Day 2: the adventure on the second day will take you to the beautiful city by the sea Alexandria, visiting the Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa, one of the seven wonders of the medieval world. and then moving to Bibliotheca Alexandrina, which is built on a magnificent site alongside Alexandria's ancient harbor in the historic center of the city. learn more about it with your private Egyptologist. the last stop for the day is Fort Qaitbey, Qaitbay Citadel is one of the most important forts on the coast of the Mediterranean Sea. discover the history of the establishment of the most important Islamic monuments. Day 3: you'll be picked up in the morning by our professional driver to take you to the airport, taking the flight booked for you to the colorful city of Aswan, when you arrive in Aswan you'll find our driver waiting for you holding our sign, helping you with the luggage to head to to the city and start a new different adventure in Aswan with your private Egyptologist. the first visit will be to the Nubian Village, Deep down south in Egypt on the West Bank of the Nile, near the city of Aswan, which is the most colorful and feel-good village in the entire country. Then back to the ancient Egyptian theme you'll visit the Philae Temple, The temple is a must-see for classical history lovers. Visitors can examine the detailed temple walls containing reliefs of Isis mythology, including Isis bringing Osiris back to life, giving birth to Horus, and mummifying Osiris after his death. the driver will drop you off to the cruise ship booked for you in Aswan to enjoy your lunch and have some rest after a long day. Day 4: our representative will pick you up early in the morning ( with a small group of people) to head to the Great Abu Simbel Temple, (kindly ask the reception to prepare a breakfast box for you to take with you on the go), you'll take about 3:30 hours to reach the temple and the same to be back but it is totally worth it. your guide will be waiting for you in the temple. Back to the Cruise ship to enjoy your lunch on board and admire the view of the Nile when the ship starts sailing to the next stop the temple of Kom Ombo, One of the most unusual temples of Ancient Egypt, The temple is unique for its dedication to two different deities: the local crocodile-headed god Sobek, your guide will be waiting for your there to learn more and more about the unusual temple, then back to the ship to continue the journey in the Nile. Day 5: the guide will be waiting for you in Edfu, he will pick you up from the reception, The Edfu temple was built on the land believed to have witnessed the greatest battle in the history of ancient Egyptian Mythology between the powers of good and evil in the image of the ancient Egyptian gods of Horus and Set. Day five will be a relaxing chill day, visiting the temple of Edfu in the morning, and having the rest of the day chilling on the cruise. Day 6: starting the day very early in the morning for one of the most memorable experiences you'll ever have, the hot air balloon ride. after the balloon ride you'll be back on the ship to enjoy you're breakfast on the ship and check out. after breakfast, the guide will pick you up (please leave with your luggage) to visit Luxor's west bank, which contains one of the largest collections of archaeological treasures in the world. This is where you will find the famous Valley of the Kings, the breathtaking Temple Hatchpsot, and the colossi of Memnon. then heading to the Karnak temple, which is dedicated to the worship of the triad Amun, God Mut, and God Khonsu, and it is the largest religious building ever built to know more about Ancient Egyptian Religion. after the visit ends the driver will take you to the hotel booked for your hotel in Hurghada. Day 7: our driver will pick you up in the morning to take you to the orange island or paradise island ( whichever is available). after spending some quality time on the island you'll be back at your hotel at around 5 pm, enjoy the rest of the day in your hotel in Hurghada. Day 8: our adventure has come to the very end, leaving in you some beautiful unforgettable moments spent with your family, friends, or your beloved partner. the pick in the morning to the airport to head back to Cairo, and when you arrive there our driver will be waiting for you to transfer you to your hotel in Cairo or Giza safe and sound and most importantly happy.

Day 1: Start your multi-day journey by meeting a friendly member of the local partner. After a short meet and greet, head directly to a restaurant to enjoy a traditional Egyptian lunch. Continue on as you check-in at the 5-star hotel booked for you. At around 7:00 PM you will enjoy a gala dinner on a Nile cruise ship whilst immersing yourself in party folklore. Witness traditional shows to get a taste of Egyptian culture. Travel down the Nile in a truly unique atmosphere. Finish your day with a return journey to your hotel for an overnight stay. Day 2: After breakfast at the hotel, your private guide will take you to visit the Great Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx. Continue your day tour with a stop in Memphis, one of the most important cities in more than 3,000-years of ancient Egyptian history. Next, visit the open-air museum of Saqqara. Get an up close look at the famous Step Pyramid of Djoser. Enjoy a lunch break before you return to the hotel for dinner and an overnight stay. Day 3: Drive to the airport in the morning and hop on your flight to Luxor. Upon your arrival in Luxor, your driver will be waiting for you outside the airport. From the airport, head with your guide to the East Bank to visit Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple. Take some time to explore both temples and marvel at these historical icons. Finish your temple exploration and enjoy a felucca ride on the river before being dropped off at your cruise ship. Upon arrival, rest up and get settled in to your accommodation for the next 3 nights. Day 4: Start your day with a pickup from the cruise ship. Experience an unforgettable 30 to 45-minute hot air balloon flight at a height of over 1,500-feet in the sky. Admire unforgettable views from the sky of Luxor. After landing, your guide will be waiting for you to head to the West Bank of Luxor to visit the Valley of the Kings, Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon. Finish your day by heading back to the cruise ship for Lunch. Day 5: After breakfast on board, take a horse-drawn carriage to Edfu. Visit the Temple of Horus with your guide and marvel at the most well-preserved religious site in Egypt. Be transferred back to the cruise ship to enjoy a buffet lunch back on board the boat as you sail to your next destination. In the afternoon, visit the unusual Temple of Kom Ombo and learn fascinating facts about its history and design. Finish your day with a transfer back to the cruise ship, arriving just in time for dinner. Day 6: In the early morning, check out from the cruise ship and head with a group of people to one of the most stunning temple complexes in Egypt, Abu Simbel Temples. Meet your guide at the temple and discover the twin temples of Ramesses II and Nefertari. After the end of your wonderful tour, your guide will take you back to the cruise ship to pick up your luggage. Be transferred to Aswan Airport to take the flight back to Cairo. Upon your arrival in Cairo, your driver will be waiting for you outside of the airport to drop you off at your selected designation.

Day 1/ Start our magical journey in Egypt with the beautiful city of Aswan.  Our representative will pick you up from your accommodation in Aswan to start the tour in Aswan your private guide. the first visit will be to the Great High Dam of Aswan, One of the beauties of the Nile is the Aswan High Dam and the artificial lake that it generates: Lake Nasser. Although the dam has caused a not-inconsiderable environmental impact, the view, especially from above, is breathtaking Then moving to the next and very unique destination, The Unfinished Obelisk,  The Obelisk of Aswan is the very find thanks to which it was possible to explain how the ancient Egyptians did to divide the finished sculpture from the stone bed once finished, it would seem a complicated process that requires advanced equipment and techniques, instead, it is very simple: they used wet wood. Learn more about the story behind it with your professional Egyptologist.  The last visit shall be to the beautiful temple of Philae, late, The Pearl of Egypt, which was a beautiful island surrounded by clear blue water and black granite boulders. The walls of the temples at Philae are covered in ancient hieroglyphs. Amongst the large carvings of the gods of Ancient Egypt are the inscriptions in the ornate pictorial alphabet, telling the stories of this civilization. After the relaxing and beautiful visit, our driver will drop you off at the ship booked for you in Aswan to enjoy lunch and spend the day relaxing on a 5-star cruise ship. Day 2/ Early in the morning (usually around 4 am), our driver will pick you up the reception to visit the most beautiful temple in Egypt,    Relax in an air-conditioned vehicle and enjoy a 3-hour car trip to The Great Temple of Abu Simbel, Dedicated to the Ancient Egyptian gods Amun, Ra-Horakhty, and Ptah and Ramesses himself, they are considered to be the most beautiful of the temples commissioned during the Pharaoh's reign.   After the overwhelming visit to the temple, the driver will drop you off at the cruise ship to enjoy your lunch, and start the sailing until you reach Kom Ombo where our guide will be waiting for you.    The guide will pick you up from the reception to visit the unique temple of Kom Ombo, This is a double temple, dedicated to Sobek the crocodile god, and Horus the falcon-headed god. The layout combines two temples in one with each side having its gateways and chapels.   and back again to the ship to enjoy the sailing down the Nile River to Edfu.  Day 3/ In the morning after enjoying breakfast onboard, our guide will pick you up from the reception to visit the hidden gem in Edfu, Horus temple, As the largest temple dedicated to Horus, one of Egypt's most important historic deities, statues of the falcon-headed god are found throughout the complex, and its extensive wall carvings have provided valuable information to historians about the Hellenistic period of Egyptian history: the exquisite reliefs give us insight into the religion, mythology, and way of life during the era. Then back to the ship to enjoy the luxurious life and have some quality time with friends and family.  Day 4/ Enjoy an early start for one of the best if not the best experience in Luxor, The hot air balloon ride.    Our driver will pick you up from the reception(pick up usually at 4 am) to join a small group and take you to the hot air balloon airport. Enjoy watching the magical sights of Luxor drift by below.    after the magical ride, you'll be back on the ship to have your breakfast and check out. your private guide will pick you up at 9 am (kindly check out and leave with your luggage) to visit Luxor West Bank, starting with The Valley of the Kings, Its main purpose was to secure the royal tombs for the pharaohs of the new kingdom Next, The Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut,  an admirer of Mentuhotep II's temple had her own designed to mirror it but on a much grander scale and, just in case anyone should miss the comparison, ordered it built right next to the older temple.   Ending the tour with a quick visit to the massive colossi of Memnon for pictures.  enjoy a little break to have an Egyptian lunch in a local restaurant in Luxor. Then moving to the East Bank, starting with The biggest temple in Luxor, The Karnak Temple, which is home to three main temples, several smaller enclosed temples, and several outer temples - combining the achievements of many generations of ancient builders over 1500 years.   The next destination is the temple of Luxor, This beautiful temple was the main function during the annual Opet celebrations  after the unique journey in Luxor, our driver will drop you off at your accommodation in Luxor safe and sound.

Day 1/ Begin in the morning with a pickup from your accommodation in Luxor, after meeting your professional Egyptologist to start your trip by visiting the Karnak temple, It was built as a cult temple and was dedicated to the gods Amun, Mut, and khon. Being the largest building for religious purposes ever to be constructed, the Karnak Temple was known as the “most select of places” by ancient Egyptians. moving to the temple of Luxor, one of the most beautiful temples standing. The Luxor Temple is a mark of Ancient Egyptian civilization, a strikingly graceful monument in the heart of modern Luxor. then enjoy the relaxing view of the city and the Nile on the felucca ride. Day 2/ starting the day very early in the morning(kindly ask the receptionist to prepare a breakfast box for you), our driver will pick you up for one of the best experiences in our adventure the hot air balloon ride. after the balloon ride your private driver and professional Egyptologist will be waiting for your to start exploring the Westbank. the first visit will be to the valley of the kings, During Egypt's New Kingdom (1539-1075 B.C.), the valley became a royal burial ground for pharaohs such as Tutankhamun, Seti I, and Ramses II, as well as queens, high priests, and other elites of the 18th, 19th, and 20th dynasties. the next visit to the temple of Hatshepsut, Hatshepsut was always keenly aware of ways in which to elevate her public image and immortalize her name; the mortuary temple achieved both ends. Take a quick but informative look at the colossi of Memnon, then return to the ship to enjoy your lunch abroad, the ship departures from Luxor at 2 pm. Day 3/ On the third day you will head with a group of people to visit two of the most wonderful temples in Egypt Edfu temple in the morning, The temple remained buried under layers of settlement debris for millennia, which is why its architectural and decorative elements have survived so well. and in the afternoon kom ombo temple, The temple is unique because it is in fact a double temple, dedicated to Sobek the crocodile god, and Horus the falcon-headed god. Our guide will be waiting for you in each location, he will pick you up from the reception to learn much more about these unique and beautiful temples. Day 4/ starts in the morning, our guide will pick you up from the reception to start the day informative adventure with the visit to the high dam, The great High Dam helped in the reclamation of the desert that helped a lot in the development of the agricultural process. then the visit to the unfinished obelisk, The large unfinished obelisk in the Northern Quarries has provided valuable insight into how these monuments were created, although the full construction process is still not entirely clear. Three sides of the shaft, nearly 42m long, were completed except for the inscriptions. ending the day visits with the one and only, philae temple, the Temple of Philae is located in a beautiful setting, landscaped and filled with many interesting stories and facts about the life style of the ancient Egyptian, learn more about it with your professional egyptologist. and lastly you’ll be back on the ship to enjoy lunch and relax for the rest of the day to prepare yourself for the wonderful visit on the next day. Day 5/ Very early in the morning around 4am, our driver will pick you up with a group of people to start your visit to the marvelous Abu Simple temple. Please check out and leave your luggage in the reception, and kindly ask the receptionist to prepare you a breakfast box. The visit to Abu simbel will take about 3 hours to arrive there, The twin temples were built to serve as a lasting monument to the king and his queen Nefertari, and commemorate his victory at the Battle of Kadesh. The second largest temple in Egypt. You’ll be back to ship in Aswan at around 2:30pm to pick your luggage and our driver will drop you off at your accommodation in Aswan safe and sound.

Embark on a journey from Luxor to Aswan. Explore the Temple of Horus in Edfu, a captivating ancient structure. Visit the Temple of Kom Ombo dedicated to Sobek and Har Wer. Cap off your adventure at the awe-inspiring Great Temples of Abu Simbel. Enjoy an Egyptian lunch before returning to Aswan. Start with an early morning pickup from your accommodation in Luxor to start your trip to Aswan. Make your first stop at Edfu to visit the temple of Horus, the avenging son of Isis and Osiris. With its roof intact, it is also one of the most atmospheric of ancient buildings. Move to the next temple, the Temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to two deities, the crocodile god Sobek, and the falcon god Har wer (Horus the Elder). Learn more about the temple and its unique structure with your Egyptologist guide.  Finally, explore the Great Temples of Abu Simbel, meant to convey the power of Egypt’s rulers to anyone who laid eyes upon them. The four statues guarding the doorway to the larger of these temples are the largest sculptures that survive from the ancient Pharaonic era. After visiting the temple, savor an Egyptian lunch in a local restaurant in Abu Simbel, and get dropped off at your hotel in Aswan.