Private tour Valley of the Kings and King Tutankhamun Tomb
Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 105 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Private tour Valley of the Kings and King Tutankhamun Tomb worth booking?
Private tour Valley of the Kings and King Tutankhamun Tomb is a 5-hour experience in Luxor, Egypt, from $65 per person. It scores 82 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 105 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 82 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (105)
- Duration
- 5 hours
- From
- $65 per person
Enjoy an unforgettable day exploring the mystery of Tutankhamun, the most famous king in the world. This young king from the New Kingdom was around 10 years old when he ascended the throne and died when he was only 19.You will get the chance to be face to face with his royal mummy in his tomb in the Valley of the Kings. Also, visit other important monuments in the East and West Bank. Your Egyptologist tour guide will be with you to take you back in time to unveil the mystery of this famous pharaoh. you will Enjoy the Valley of the Kings There you visit four royal tombs, including the Tomb of Ramses IV, the Tomb of Ramses lll, the Tomb of Merenptah and of course the Tomb of King Tut. This tour includes a qualified Egyptologist tour guide, transport by air-conditioned vehicle, , hotel pick up and drop off.
What you get
About this experience
Enjoy an unforgettable day exploring the mystery of Tutankhamun, the most famous king in the world. This young king from the New Kingdom was around 10 years old when he ascended the throne and died when he was only 19.You will get the chance to be face to face with his royal mummy in his tomb in the Valley of the Kings. Also, visit other important monuments in the East and West Bank. Your Egyptologist tour guide will be with you to take you back in time to unveil the mystery of this famous pharaoh. you will Enjoy the Valley of the Kings There you visit four royal tombs, including the Tomb of Ramses IV, the Tomb of Ramses lll, the Tomb of Merenptah and of course the Tomb of King Tut. This tour includes a qualified Egyptologist tour guide, transport by air-conditioned vehicle, , hotel pick up and drop off.
What's included
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transport by air-conditioned vehicle
- Private tour
- Qualified Egyptologist guide
Not included
- Gratuities
- Entrance fees
What you'll see and do
Tomb of King Tutankhamun (KV62)
Enjoy an 6 hour guided tour to explore the mysteries of ancient mythology, such as the mystery of King Tutankhamun, the most famous king in the world. This young king from the New Kingdom was around 10 years old when he ascended the throne and died when he was only 19. You will get the chance to be face to face with his royal mummy in his tomb in the Valley of the Kings the Tomb of King Tut. The tomb of Tutankhamun is the only tomb in Valley of the Kings that was discovered nearly intact in 1922. The discoverer of his tomb was Howard Carter. Tut's famous golden mask is on display at the Egyptian Museum in Cairo, but here you have the opportunity to be amazed at the royal mummy of the young king. After visiting the tombs you will be transported to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut (Deir el Bahari),
25 minutes here · Admission not included
Valley of the Kings
Enjoy an unforgettable day exploring the mystery of Tutankhamun, the most famous king in the world. This young king from the New Kingdom was around 10 years old when he ascended the throne and died when he was only 19. You will get the chance to be face to face with his royal mummy in his tomb in the Valley of the Kings. Your Egyptologist tour guide will be with you to take you back in time to unveil the mystery of this famous pharaoh. In the morning you will be picked up from your hotel in central Luxor or harbor by an air-conditioned vehicle for a full guided trip of about 5 hours. First you will be transported to the Necropolis of Thebes, the Valley of the Kings on the West Bank of Luxor. This ancient necropolis is a must-see for Luxor travelers. There you visit four royal tombs, including the Tomb of Ramses, the Tomb of Horemheb, the Tomb of Merenptah and of course the Tomb of King Tut. The tomb of Tutankhamun is the only tomb in Valley of the Kings .
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Tomb of Ramses III
The tomb of Ramesses III, designated as KV 11, is a complex system in the Valley of the Kings. It has been known since antiquity,the wonderful decorations include colourful painted sunken reliefs featuring the traditional ritual texts (Litany of Ra, Book of Gates etc) and Ramses before the gods. Unusual here are the secular scenes, in the small side rooms of the entrance corridor, showing foreign tributes, such as highly detailed pottery imported from the Aegean, the royal armoury, boats and, in the last of these side chambers, the blind harpists that gave the tomb one of its alternative names: ‘Tomb of the Harpers’
25 minutes here · Admission not included
Tomb of Ramases IX
Tomb of King Ramesses lX was the third pharaoh of the Twentieth Dynasty of the New Kingdom of Ancient Egypt. His name prior to assuming the crown was Amonhirkhopshef. He was the fifth son of Ramesses III and was appointed to the position of crown prince by the twenty-second year of his father's reign when all four of his elder brothers predeceased his promotion to crown prince . The tomb has so much colour and detail even the ceiling above the sarcophagi with its goddess Nut stretching across the space. The sarcophagus is one of the largest in the valley, even though some of the paintings have deteriorated this is one of the most decorated.
25 minutes here · Admission not included
Temple of Hatshepsut
After visiting the tombs you will be transported to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut (Deir el Bahari), the only woman ever to reign over Egypt as Pharaoh. This queen was an ancestor of King Tutankhamun and belonged to the same dynasty.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Tomb of Merenptah
In Egyptian mythology, Ptah is the demiurge of Memphis, god of craftsmen and architects. In the or simply in its falcon form of the new deity, began to be placed in tombs to accompany and protect the dead on their journey to the West of Luxor .Tomb 8, which is located in the Valley of the Kings, was the burial place of the Pharaoh Merneptah and is the model of royal tombs Merneptah was a son of Ramesses II and Queen Isis-Nofret.the tomb was discovered by Howard Carter in 1903. Of coursethere is a material decrease in the number of lateral rooms, and a dramatic increase in the height of the corridors and rooms. He did away with the jogged axis used since the time of Horemheb and instead built the entire tomb on a single axis. Also, for the first time, the entrance was made considerably wider than earlier tombs .
25 minutes here · Admission not included
Howard Carter House
Howard Carter House, Valley Of The Kings, Luxor Egypt
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Ramesseum (Mortuary Temple of Ramses II)
Ramesseum (Mortuary Temple of Ramses II), West Bank, Luxor Egypt
Pass by without stopping
Colossi of Memnon
the Colossi of Memnon, the two largest ancient statues in Egypt which date back to the era of King Amenhotep III. He was the father of King Akhenaten and grandfather of King Tutankhamen. After touring the sites you will be transferred back to your hotel by an air-conditioned vehicle
15 minutes here · Admission not included
Tomb of Ramses VI
Tomb of Ramses VI, Valley of the Kings West Bank, Luxor Egypt
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Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- ar, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 30 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Luxor Travels
Know before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 105 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
9 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
8 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
105 verified traveler reviews for Private tour Valley of the Kings and King Tutankhamun Tomb. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Valley of kings with Hassan
Everything about this Valley of the Kings tour was perfect. Our guide Hassan was extremely knowledgeable, friendly, and organized. He gave us clear explanations before we entered the tombs and made the history of ancient Egypt come alive. Excellent, modern, very clean, and comfortable air conditioning car . Seamless experience from start to finish. Highly recommended
Response from the operator: Dear valued guest, Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We’re delighted to hear that you had such a wonderful experience exploring the Valley of the Kings with Hassan. It’s great to know that his knowledge, friendly personality, and well-organized explanations helped bring the fascinating history of ancient Egypt to life. We’re proud to have dedicated guides like Hassan on our team, and we’ll be sure to share your kind words with him. Thank you for choosing Luxor Travels. We hope to welcome you back to Luxor for more unforgettable discoveries! Warm regards, Team Luxor Travels 📱 WhatsApp: +201224689271
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Great trip- definitely would recommend
Really enjoyed the trip. Hassan our guide was really helpful, informative and friendly. Would definitely recommend this experience while in Luxor.
Response from the operator: Dear valued guest, Thank you so much for your wonderful review and recommendation! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your visit to the Valley of the Kings and Tutankhamun’s tomb. We’re especially pleased to know that Hassan made your experience memorable with his knowledge, helpfulness, and friendly approach. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with him! Thank you for choosing Luxor Travels and recommending our experience to other travelers. We hope to welcome you back to Egypt for more unforgettable adventures! Warm regards, Team Luxor Travels 📱 WhatsApp: +201224689271
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Fantastic tour guide!!!! 5 Stars!!
Absolutely fantastic morning with Khalid. His knowledge of Egyptology was incredible and he made himself available to answer any questions at all. Highly recommended trip and a super friendly guy!
Response from the operator: Dear valued guest, Thank you so much for your fantastic 5-star review! We are delighted to hear that you had such an enjoyable morning with Khalid. Khalid is truly passionate about Egyptology, and we're pleased that his knowledge and willingness to answer all of your questions made your visit to the Valley of the Kings and King Tutankhamun's Tomb even more memorable. Your kind words about his friendly approach mean a great deal to us. Thank you for your recommendation. It was our pleasure to be part of your Luxor experience, and we hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable journey through Egypt. Warm regards, Team Luxor Travels 📱 WhatsApp: +201224689271
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Exploring Luxor
We had an incredible day with Khalid giving us a wonderful guided tour through Luxor’s greatest historical sites - from the Karnak Temple, to the Valley of the Kings and Tutankhamen’s tomb and to the mortuary temple of Queen Hatshepsut. Khalid was very knowledgeable and explained the history and importance of each site with great detail and enthusiasm. Lunch was also included and we enjoyed a delicious traditional Egyptian meal. The day was a 10/10 experience and would absolutely recommend!
Response from the operator: Dear valued guest, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had such an amazing experience and that your visit to the Valley of the Kings and Tutankhamun's Tomb was so memorable. We'll be sure to pass your kind words on to Abdul and your driver—they'll be delighted to know they helped make your day smooth and enjoyable by optimizing your itinerary and taking good care of you. We also appreciate your comments about the entrance fees. The ticket prices are set by the Egyptian government and apply equally to all visitors, but we're glad this didn't take away from your overall experience. Thank you for choosing us and for your recommendation. We hope to welcome you back to Egypt for another fantastic adventure in the future! Team Luxor Travels 📱 WhatsApp: +201224689271
via Tripadvisor
Mind blowing
Had an amazing time and seen so many interesting & beautiful places. Absolutely mind blowing! Abdul & the driver took very good care of all our needs, and helped us ensure our itinerary was optimised. Having already spent 6 months or so in Egypt ahead of the tour, found some of the pricing over the top, but this is seen globally at tourist attractions. Overall… Fantastic!!! Highly recommended. Thanks so much for all the assistance.
Response from the operator: Dear valued guest, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had such an amazing experience and that your visit to the Valley of the Kings and Tutankhamun's Tomb was so memorable. We'll be sure to pass your kind words on to Abdul and your driver—they'll be delighted to know they helped make your day smooth and enjoyable by optimizing your itinerary and taking good care of you. We also appreciate your comments about the entrance fees. The ticket prices are set by the Egyptian government and apply equally to all visitors, but we're glad this didn't take away from your overall experience. Thank you for choosing us and for your recommendation. We hope to welcome you back to Egypt for another fantastic adventure in the future! Team Luxor Travels 📱 WhatsApp: +201224689271
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 37
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Who runs this experience
Operated by Luxor Travels, who run 13 experiences we rank across 3 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 60.8.
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Private tour Valley of the Kings and King Tutankhamun Tomb: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Luxor.
How much does Private tour Valley of the Kings and King Tutankhamun Tomb cost?
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Prices start at $65 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Luxor usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Private tour Valley of the Kings and King Tutankhamun Tomb take?
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Plan for about 5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Luxor is not rushed.
Is Private tour Valley of the Kings and King Tutankhamun Tomb worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 82 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 105 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Luxor, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Private tour Valley of the Kings and King Tutankhamun Tomb?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Private tour Valley of the Kings and King Tutankhamun Tomb suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private tour Valley of the Kings and King Tutankhamun Tomb?
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Around 37 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Luxor can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Luxor and add a light layer if any part of the 5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private tour Valley of the Kings and King Tutankhamun Tomb start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Luxor within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Luxor?
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On Outty we rank every Luxor experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Private Half day Tour to West bank, Private Half Day Luxor Tour Valley of Kings & Queens, Hatshepsut, Full Day Tour of Luxor private. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Luxor?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Luxor?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Private tour Valley of the Kings and King Tutankhamun Tomb?
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Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off; Transport by air-conditioned vehicle; Private tour; and Qualified Egyptologist guide. Not included: Gratuities; and Entrance fees. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Private tour Valley of the Kings and King Tutankhamun Tomb include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 34 listed pickup locations in and around Luxor. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Private tour Valley of the Kings and King Tutankhamun Tomb offered in?
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It is offered in Arabic and English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Private tour Valley of the Kings and King Tutankhamun Tomb?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
What happens to Private tour Valley of the Kings and King Tutankhamun Tomb if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Luxor. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Private tour Valley of the Kings and King Tutankhamun Tomb?
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Across 105 reviews averaging 4.9 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
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