Valley of the Kings Tours, Tickets & Visitor Guide
Descend into the rock-cut burial chambers of New Kingdom pharaohs with a licensed Egyptologist who brings 3,000-year-old tomb paintings and ancient rituals to life.
What to See at the Valley of the Kings
Tomb of Tutankhamun (KV62)
The famous tomb discovered intact by Howard Carter in 1922, housing King Tut's mummy and exquisite wall paintings.
Tomb of Ramesses VI (KV9)
Renowned for its vibrant astronomical ceiling depicting the goddess Nut swallowing and birthing the sun.
Tomb of Seti I (KV17)
The longest and most deeply excavated tomb in the valley, featuring unmatched relief carving and color preservation.
Tomb of Ramesses III (KV11)
Famous for its harpist reliefs and detailed depictions of daily life and ancient Egyptian mythology.
Plan Your Visit
Tickets & Entry
A standard entrance ticket includes entry into 3 open tombs. Special tombs like Tutankhamun, Ramesses VI, and Seti I require separate extra tickets.
Opening Hours
The valley is open daily from 6:00am to 5:00pm. Early morning visits avoid extreme heat and tour group crowds.
Private Valley of the Kings & Luxor Tours
Hand-picked private experiences with licensed Egyptologist guides, tickets handled, and private transfers.
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Valley of the Kings FAQ
How many tombs are in the Valley of the Kings?+
To date, 63 tombs and chambers have been discovered in the valley, ranging from small pits to complex underground royal tombs.
Is Tutankhamun's tomb worth visiting?+
Yes, visiting the actual tomb where King Tut was buried and seeing his mummy in situ is a iconic bucket-list moment.
What does the Valley of the Kings entrance ticket include?+
A standard entrance ticket covers entry into three of the open tombs. The headline tombs are not part of it: Tutankhamun (KV62), Ramesses VI (KV9) and Seti I (KV17) each require a separate extra ticket, bought in addition to the standard entry, so budget for the ones you most want to see.
What are the Valley of the Kings opening hours and the best time to visit?+
The valley is open daily from 6:00am to 5:00pm. Going as it opens is strongly recommended: an early-morning visit avoids the extreme heat that builds up inside the rock-cut chambers later in the day, and gets you into the tombs before the tour-group crowds arrive.
Which tombs should I prioritise in the Valley of the Kings?+
Tutankhamun's KV62, found intact by Howard Carter in 1922, holds the king's mummy; KV9 of Ramesses VI is famous for the astronomical ceiling showing the goddess Nut swallowing and birthing the sun; KV17 of Seti I is the longest and deepest tomb, with unmatched relief carving; and KV11 of Ramesses III is known for its harpist reliefs.
Who was buried in the Valley of the Kings?+
The valley was the royal necropolis of the New Kingdom, where tombs were cut into the rock for the pharaohs and for powerful nobles of the period. Sixty-three tombs and chambers have been found so far, ranging from small pits to complex underground royal tombs decorated with painted funerary scenes.
Want the full history and background? Read our in-depth guide.