Aswan , Egypt

A day from Aswan to Kom Ombo by train

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About this experience

Enjoy a beautiful trip to Kom Ombo from Aswan, where you can have an unparalleled experience of visiting one of the most popular historical places in Aswan, the temple of Kom Ombo. Tourism in Aswan differs from other tourist cities in Egypt, as Aswan alone is a treasury that contains several of the ancient Egyptian pharaoh’s antiques after Luxor, surrounded by the sweet and beautiful Nile River from around the world to tell the myths and legends that we will hear during that tour in detail.

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A day from Aswan to Kom Ombo by train

Pickup included

What's included

Tour guide

all taxes

Mineral water while traveling

Train tickets

A car with air conditioning for all travel on the go and back

Detailed itinerary

Stop 1

Our representative comes to your hotel in Aswan in the morning to take you by air-conditioned tourist car to go to the train station to take the train to Kom Ombo and send you our representative (mineral water and some soft drinks) and our guide will wait for you at the train station upon your arrival to take you by car to see the famous temple of Kom Ombo and our Specialist I Guide.
Its history and all the marvellous pharaonic antiques that it contains. As for the temple: this temple was constructed during the reign of Ptolemy VI Philomator, but its decoration was only finished at the time of Emperor Tiberius in the Roman period, and we also see in this temple the same characteristics that we see in other Egyptian Ptolemaic temples in terms of style, architecture and decoration.

Stop 2

Except that this temple A specific aspect that arose from the local worship in the place where people worshipped two local deities, namely Sobek and Horus, the falcon head, and considering the gap in origin and character between these two deities, they existed side by side for long centuries without mixing or bonding with each other, and then because there are not just two sanctuaries in this place.
But there are also doors next to each other on the axis of either of these two sanctities, in the outer wall and in the walls of the two pillar halls and beyond, and accordingly the temple is divided into two parts, either dedicated to adoring one of these two gods. The walls of this temple is adorned with authentic Egyptian design, which is marked by its precision.

Stop 3

Strong harmony and the elegance of the equilibrium between its scenes’ characters and the hieroglyphic inscriptions surrounding them that support these scenes. Where you will take more lovely images and ask the guide for everything you don’t know about the temple.
After that, the guide takes you back to the train station, where you can take the train to Aswan and our representative can wait for you in the company car upon arrival in Aswan to return you to your hotel in Aswan.

What's not included

entrance fees

tipping (optional)

Available languages

Guide guide

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Important information

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

About Aswan

Aswan is a charming city on the Nile River, known for its rich history, ancient temples, and stunning Nile landscapes. It offers a more relaxed and authentic Egyptian experience compared to the bustling cities of Cairo and Luxor.

Top Attractions

Philae Temple

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Aswan High Dam

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Abu Simbel

A magnificent temple complex built by Ramses II, featuring colossal statues of the pharaoh.

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Elephantine Island

An island in the Nile River with ancient ruins and a rich history dating back to the Old Kingdom.

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Nubian Museum

A museum dedicated to the history and culture of the Nubian people, featuring artifacts and exhibits.

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Must-Try Local Dishes

Ful Medames

A traditional fava bean dish, often served with falafel and tahini.

Breakfast Vegetarian

Grilled Nile Fish

Fresh Nile fish grilled and served with garlic sauce and vegetables.

Dinner Gluten-free

Koshari

A popular street food made with rice, lentils, pasta, and crispy onions, topped with tomato sauce.

Lunch Vegetarian

Basbousa

A sweet semolina cake soaked in syrup, often flavored with coconut or rosewater.

Dessert Vegetarian

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