Valley of the Kings

Don't miss but visit it at first hour. Really impressed by Ramses III tomb, beautiful paintings in many rooms. Wonderful. Tutankhamen one's is interested only for preserved artefacts discovered now at GEM museum.

: A Magical Day in Luxor – Nana is the Best! ​Review: ​My wife and I had what can only be described as a trip of a lifetime in Luxor! If you are looking for a day filled with wonder, history, and seamless organization, look no further. ​We spent our morning exploring the Valley of the Kings, the Valley of the Queens, and the breathtaking Karnak Temple. Each site was more beautiful than the last. My wife is a huge history buff, and seeing these ancient wonders in person truly made her entire week. ​A massive thank you to our incredible guide, NANA. Nana’s expertise and passion for Egyptian history were evident from the moment we met. We received so much fascinating information that we never would have discovered on our own, and Nana's advice on how to navigate the sites was invaluable. ​To top off the historical tours, we took a boat trip down the Nile, which was the perfect way to relax and see the city from the water. We also had a delicious meal at Cleopatra’s restaurant—the food was excellent and the staff were incredibly welcoming. ​The people of Luxor are so friendly, the sights are unforgettable, and the service was top-notch. It was truly A FANTASTIC DAY TO NEVER FORGET! ​

Visiting Luxor, I had heard great things about the Valley of the Kings and how it’s a must-see attraction in Egypt. Unfortunately, we left quite disappointed. The experience started off poorly with the ticket booth attendant, who tried to deny us the tourist student discount by claiming it only applied to Egyptian student cards—which makes no sense, since there is a separate category specifically for Egyptian students. Once inside, the biggest issue is the limitation of only three tombs per ticket. For the price you pay, this feels very restrictive. As a result, there are massive lineups at the most popular tombs because everyone is forced to choose from the same few options. If visitors were allowed to see more tombs, crowds would be spread out and the experience would be far more enjoyable. While it is interesting to walk deep into the tombs and see artwork that has survived for centuries, there are no artifacts or mummies inside—they’ve all been moved elsewhere (I didn’t pay extra for the additional tombs, so I can’t comment on those). Inside some tombs, locals offer to take your photo “for free,” but then expect a tip afterward. You also have to pay to use the bathrooms and for the cart ride from the entrance to the tomb area (about 300 meters—something you wouldn’t know unless you’re with a guide). Even worse, there’s no organized queue for the cart, so people frequently cut ahead despite others waiting. Overall, unless you’re very passionate about ancient tombs, I wouldn’t recommend the Valley of the Kings. The cost, crowds, and constant extra charges make it hard to justify the experience.

Absolutely breathtaking! 🤩 The Valley of the Kings is an incredible historical site. I was so impressed by the well-preserved tombs and the rich history. It's a truly unforgettable experience. Highly recommend a visit! ✨🏛️🧡

Highlight of our trip. Truly an amazing experience. I don’t know how anyone does this in summer. It was hot in February. Hat, scarf, sunglasses are essential. Bring a fan = bonus. Water and sneakers. Can be tough for elderly. Lots of stairs and loose sand.

This was the highlight of our Nile Cruise. The site is incredible both in geographical location and the ability to physically enter the actual tombs. The entrance fee includes admittance to 3 tombs of your choice from a set list and you can pay an additional charge for extras like Tutankhamen or Setes 1 which we opted for as these are better preserved. There’s only downside, the free tombs have very long queues whereas the fee paying ones you can access immediately. You do need to be reasonably fit to climb up and down the steep steps and slopes in many. It’s quicker to purchase the tickets from the automated machine on the right hand side of the manned booth rather than wait in the long queues which form at the latter. The valley area is very open so take plenty of water (the inside of the tombs can be sweltering) and sunscreen. In the tombs themselves, the security staff do try to grab your mobiles and take photos of the areas not accessible to the public. They expect a tip, it happened to me once but for an Egyptian dollar, I did have some great photos. Setes 1 tomb was magnificent, the hieroglyphs and murals were vibrant and clear. I personally found the visit quite spiritual and it made me realise how our actions as individuals can imprint on history.

The model that cost 4 million to show how the caves are shaped and how deep they are is FASCINATING. Our group got to go at night to see three tombs privately. But only Three are seen. Of course there is always a gimmick that if you want to go farther in a tomb you need an additional ticket. Then charge the tour company more. I think the saddest and most disrespectful site was seeing King Tut’s blackened head and feet with his body covered maybe in a shroud. We were told they are trying to figure out how to move him. Look the technology is there to do it but it makes his tomb have more cache. I would think the Egyptians would have more respect for what this illustrious Boy King has done for tourism in Egypt. The GEM was built for his collection that was found almost 100 years ago. His short life with his little body has brought in a ton of money and he deserves more respect. It’s shocking. This King put Egypt on the map

Very interesting to see. Also very crowded and the tombstone are hot and humid even under ground. I recommend hiring a guide. I would also recommend buying the extra ticket to see additional tombs. We saw 5 in all, Rameses III, Tut Ankh Amun, Rameses IV, Seti, and one other one. The walls of every tomb are covered in art work. There are locals in the tombs that will take pictures in restricted areas for you at a cost. We didn't do these and just to pictures of what we could see. I don't know if those options were legit or not so we opted to for the cautious side. There is a Cafe for something cold to drink if needed and a souvenir shop as well.