One of the most common questions travelers ask before visiting the Valley of the Kings is which tombs are included in the standard entrance ticket. The answer is that the regular ticket allows visitors to enter three royal tombs from those that are open on the day of their visit. The selection changes regularly as tombs are rotated for conservation and restoration.

The Valley of the Kings is one of Egypt's most important archaeological sites and contains more than 60 royal tombs belonging to the pharaohs of the New Kingdom. Although not every tomb is open at the same time, visitors can usually choose three tombs from the group available on the day of their visit.

Some of the most frequently opened tombs include the Tomb of Ramses III (KV11), the Tomb of Ramses IV (KV2), the Tomb of Merenptah (KV8), the Tomb of Tausert and Setnakht (KV14), and several other beautifully decorated royal tombs. The exact list may change depending on ongoing archaeological work and preservation projects.

Certain famous tombs are not included in the standard Valley of the Kings ticket and require a separate entrance ticket. These usually include the Tomb of Tutankhamun (KV62), the Tomb of Seti I (KV17), and the Tomb of Ramses V & VI (KV9). These tombs are among the most popular attractions in Luxor because of their exceptional historical importance and remarkable wall decorations.

If you are interested in visiting one of the extra-ticket tombs, simply inform your Egyptologist guide before entering the Valley of the Kings. Additional tickets can usually be purchased at the visitor center before starting your visit.

Most Luxor Tours from Marsa Alam include enough time to explore the Valley of the Kings comfortably. Private Luxor Tours offer even greater flexibility, allowing you to spend more time exploring the tombs that interest you most and to include optional tombs with separate entrance tickets.

At OK Egypt Tours, our experienced Egyptologist guides help visitors choose the most impressive tombs that are open on the day of the visit. We also explain the available optional tickets so you can make the most of your time in the Valley of the Kings.

CONCLUSION

The standard Valley of the Kings ticket normally includes admission to three royal tombs that are open on the day of your visit. Some of the most famous tombs, including Tutankhamun, Seti I, and Ramses V & VI, require an additional ticket. If you are planning a Luxor Tour from Marsa Alam, contact OK Egypt Tours on WhatsApp, and we will help you organize the perfect itinerary and make sure you don't miss the tombs that interest you most.