Tour to Edfu & Kom Ombo from Marsa Alam
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Stop At: Tours From Marsa Alam - Day Tours, 14 EL Sultan St, Marsa Alam 11111 Egypt
At 05:00 AM our representative will pick you up from your hotel in Marsa Alam by air-conditioned modern van to Edfu, approximately 03 hours far from Marsa Alam. Upon arrival in Edfu, proceed to to visit the majestic temple dedicated to Horus which is considered by most to be the best preserved cult temple in Egypt. According to the Egyptian myths, it was the place where the falcon-headed god Horus revenged the murder of his father Osiris by killing Seth. Lunch at local restaurant, then transfer to see to the Temple of Kom Ombo standing on high grounds overlooking the Nile. It differs from other temples because of its double entrance, each one is dedicated to divinity: “Haroeris” with his falcon head and ” Sobek ” with his crocodile head. The Temple of Kom Ombo was built on the honor of two deities the crocodile-headed Sobek, god of fertility and creator of the world, and Haroeris or the ancient falcon-headed Horus. Also, Kom Ombo’s importance lies in its huge sugar-cane. Before 6 O’clock in the evening, you will be escorted by your guide back to your hotel in Marsa Alam.
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This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Tours From Marsa Alam - Day Tours, 14 EL Sultan St, Marsa Alam 11111 Egypt
At 05:00 AM our representative will pick you up from your hotel in Marsa Alam by air-conditioned modern van to Edfu, approximately 03 hours far from Marsa Alam. Upon arrival in Edfu, proceed to to visit the majestic temple dedicated to Horus which is considered by most to be the best preserved cult temple in Egypt. According to the Egyptian myths, it was the place where the falcon-headed god Horus revenged the murder of his father Osiris by killing Seth. Lunch at local restaurant, then transfer to see to the Temple of Kom Ombo standing on high grounds overlooking the Nile. It differs from other temples because of its double entrance, each one is dedicated to divinity: “Haroeris” with his falcon head and ” Sobek ” with his crocodile head. The Temple of Kom Ombo was built on the honor of two deities the crocodile-headed Sobek, god of fertility and creator of the world, and Haroeris or the ancient falcon-headed Horus. Also, Kom Ombo’s importance lies in its huge sugar-cane. Before 6 O’clock in the evening, you will be escorted by your guide back to your hotel in Marsa Alam.
Duration: 1 day
Included
- Lunch
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- All Fees and Taxes
- Pick up service from your hotel in Marsa Alam and return
- English Egyptologist guide
- Bottled water
- Entry/Admission - Tours From Marsa Alam - Day Tours
Not included
- Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary
- Tipping kitty
Additional
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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