To get a taste of ancient Egypt, plan a day trip to the country’s most famous attractions. Visit the infamous Pyramids of Giza, Edfu Temple, and Kom Ombo. These historic sites are sure to take your breath away. If you want to experience a truly authentic Egyptian tour, you should check out one of our Egypt tail made tours. If you have the time, you can even take a photo safari in one of the desert camps.
Edfu Temple
There are two great temples located on the same site, the Kom Ombo and Edfu Temple. The former was located on the high ground overlooking the Nile. Both temples were dedicated to various gods, such as Horus the Great, as well as the crocodile god Sobek. They both house mummified crocodiles that represent their god. Both temples are a must-see on any Day Trip to Egypt!
Kom Ombo temple
A Day trip to Kom Ombo temple in Egypt is an excellent way to experience the fascinating history of ancient Egypt. The temple contains many fine reliefs and is filled with important information about the era. The walls of the temple are covered with fascinating writings, revealing important details about the temple and the life of ancient Egypt’s pharaohs. If you have time, you should visit the site to learn about the temple’s rich history and cult of worship.
Bent Pyramid
For tourists, a day trip to the Bent Pyramid in Egypt is a must. Built about five thousand years ago, the pyramid was closed for 65 years due to miscalculations. It was reopened for the first time to visitors in 2019 after undergoing extensive restorations. The Bent Pyramid has two entrances, the northern and southern ones, which lead to different chambers. Inside the pyramid, you can find scattered ruins of other pyramid temples and tombs, as well as the unexcavated, unfinished burial chamber.
Red Pyramid
A Red Pyramid day trip in Egypt is a great way to get a closer look at one of the most famous pyramids in the ancient world. It is a must-see destination for any traveler to Egypt. The Red Pyramid is considered the first complete pyramid in Egypt and was constructed during the reign of King Sneferu. The Black Pyramid, on the other hand, was constructed during the reign of King Amenemhat ll.
Salah Eldin Citadel
A day trip to Salah Eldin Citadel in Cairo is an incredible opportunity for history lovers. This ancient fortress is located on a hill near the center of Cairo and is legendary. It was built during the reign of the Ayyubid dynasty and finished in 1182. Ayyubid ruler Salah El Din was a prominent figure in Egypt’s history and had the idea to build the citadel to protect Egypt from the crusaders and later against the French invasion in 1798. The fortress was designed after Lebanese and Syrian fortresses.