Valley of the Kings tour from Luxor: Three royal tombs

Three pharaonic tombs carved into the desert cliffs of the west bank

A guided tour of the Valley of the Kings from Luxor includes entry to three royal tombs, a visit to Hatshepsut Temple, and a photo stop at the Colossi of Memnon, with a specialized guide, air-conditioned vehicle and hotel pickup. Your entry ticket grants access to three of the nine open tombs (KV1, KV2, KV6, KV8, KV14, KV15, KV16, KV43 or KV47), and optional tombs like Tutankhamun's chamber are available with an additional ticket purchased on-site. The tour runs about four hours and returns you to your hotel by mid-afternoon.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Temple of Hatshepsut45m · entry included
2. Colossi of Memnon15m · entry included

Explore West Bank Luxor sites

• Meet NASCO Tours representative
• Discover the Valley of the Kings
• Visit decorated tombs in the Valley
• Travel to Hatshepsut Temple
• Admire Hatshepsut Temple architecture
• Photo stop at Colossi of Memnon
• Return to hotel

The experience

You're picked up from your hotel and driven across the Nile to the west bank, where the Valley of the Kings sits carved into the desert cliffs. For nearly 500 years during Egypt's New Kingdom, pharaohs and powerful nobles were buried here: their tombs decorated with hieroglyphs and wall paintings that have survived thousands of years. Your guide leads you inside three of the nine open tombs, each one showing a different chamber layout and the scale of what lay beneath the sand. The tombs you enter depend on which are open that day, but the ticket covers KV1 (Ramesses VII), KV2 (Ramesses IV), KV6 (Ramesses IX), KV8 (Merenptah), KV14 (Tausert & Setnakht), KV15 (Sety II), KV16 (Ramesses I), KV43 (Thutmose IV) or KV47 (Siptah). If you want to see Tutankhamun's tomb or the chambers of Seti I or Ramesses V and VI, those require a separate ticket you can buy at the site.

From the Valley, you move to Hatshepsut Temple, the mortuary temple of ancient Egypt's sole female pharaoh. The temple rises in three colonnaded tiers cut into the cliff face, its architecture unlike anything else on the west bank. Your guide explains the temple's design and Hatshepsut's reign while you walk the terraces. A short drive brings you to the Colossi of Memnon, two massive stone statues that once guarded the entrance to the Temple of Amenhotep III. They're the last remnants of a structure that has otherwise vanished. You stop here for photos, then return to your hotel with the air-conditioned vehicle and driver who brought you out.

The tour operates with a specialized guide who speaks English, French, German or Arabic, and all fees, taxes and transport are included in the price. The pace is steady but not rushed. You're walking inside tombs and across temple grounds, so comfortable shoes matter. The whole experience runs about four hours from pickup to drop-off, which means you can fit it into a morning or early afternoon without losing the rest of your day.

What’s included

• All entry fees and taxes.
• a specialized guide in English, French, German or Arabic.
• air-conditioned vehicle with hotel pickup and return.
• access to three royal tombs in the Valley of the Kings.
• entry to Hatshepsut Temple.
• a photo stop at the Colossi of Memnon.

Options for this experience

2 options

West Bank ClassicalUp to 10 per booking · Guide in 4 languages · 07:00includes pickup

Executive Private TransferUp to 4 per booking · Guide in 4 languages · 07:00The Mercedes-Benz Vito: designed for small groups or families wanting a private, premium transport experience. Includes pickup

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 07:00

Book up to4h before

AgesAdult (16 to 85 years) · Child (6 to 15 years) · Infant (under 6): free

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, French, German and Arabic

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 6 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortNot recommended with heart problems

Operated by NASCO Tours

Is this one for you?Book this if you're arriving with a free morning or early afternoon and want a guided tour that picks you up from your hotel: the itinerary covers Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and the Colossi of Memnon in one loop.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, French, German and Arabic.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (6 to 15 years); Infant (under 6): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What tombs will I actually get to enter on this tour?

Your entry ticket includes access to three of the nine open tombs in the Valley of the Kings: KV1 (Ramesses VII), KV2 (Ramesses IV), KV6 (Ramesses IX), KV8 (Merenptah), KV14 (Tausert & Setnakht), KV15 (Sety II), KV16 (Ramesses I), KV43 (Thutmose IV) or KV47 (Siptah). Which three you visit depends on which tombs are open on your tour date. If you want to see Tutankhamun's tomb or the chambers of Seti I or Ramesses V and VI, you can purchase an additional ticket at the Valley entrance.

How long does the whole tour take, and what's the physical demand?

The tour runs about four hours from hotel pickup to drop-off. You'll be walking inside tombs and across temple grounds, so the pace is moderate. The tour is suitable for all fitness levels, though it's not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health. Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring water.

What is the Colossi of Memnon, and why is it on this tour?

The Colossi of Memnon are two towering stone statues that once guarded the entrance to the Temple of Amenhotep III on the west bank. They're the last remnants of that temple, which has otherwise disappeared. The tour includes a photo stop here on the drive between the Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut Temple.

Are meals or refreshments included in the tour price?

Meals and refreshments are not included. The tour covers all fees, taxes, the specialized guide and air-conditioned vehicle transport. You can bring water and snacks, or arrange lunch separately before or after the tour.

Can I buy additional tomb tickets on the day of the tour?

Yes. If you want to enter optional tombs like Tutankhamun's chamber (KV62), Seti I's tomb (KV17) or the chambers of Ramesses V and VI (KV9), you can purchase additional tickets at the Valley of the Kings entrance on the day of your tour. Your guide can help you decide which ones are worth the extra cost and time.