Day tour to Valley of kings by donkey in Luxor
Overview
Ever thought you would actuate playing the alte-actual adventurer discovering secrets of yore? If you have, then your journey to the Valley of the Kings is all set up for a great journey. This is an Egyptian treasure trove whose garnets lie on the western bank of the river gushed towards Luxor. The treasure appears as much as in ancient time that lay waiting to be opened, and upon here one would happily hear the ancients talk about hidden surprises. So relax and get ready to go back in time with us as we travel into the Valley of the Kings.
While you venture into the valley, you will find a captivating visions set of tombs that reveal much about the lives and beliefs of the affluent in ancient Egypt. From the tomb of Ramses II to the lesser-known tombs of the pharaohs, each tomb is a new revelation of ancient Egyptian history, the more than 60 tombs composing the valley telling a whole story with every step taken through it.
With each tomb offering a unique account of dynastic succession, religious beliefs, and funerary practices, we are transported back in time to an era of divine kingship and cosmic rituals. Within the tombs are paintings and graffiti depicting the stories of the ancient Egyptians and their beliefs about life after death. One of the most famous tombs here is that of Tutankhamun, which contains many of his treasures, including his famous golden mask.
Ever thought you would actuate playing the alte-actual adventurer discovering secrets of yore? If you have, then your journey to the Valley of the Kings is all set up for a great journey. This is an Egyptian treasure trove whose garnets lie on the western bank of the river gushed towards Luxor. The treasure appears as much as in ancient time that lay waiting to be opened, and upon here one would happily hear the ancients talk about hidden surprises. So relax and get ready to go back in time with us as we travel into the Valley of the Kings.
While you venture into the valley, you will find a captivating visions set of tombs that reveal much about the lives and beliefs of the affluent in ancient Egypt. From the tomb of Ramses II to the lesser-known tombs of the pharaohs, each tomb is a new revelation of ancient Egyptian history, the more than 60 tombs composing the valley telling a whole story with every step taken through it.
With each tomb offering a unique account of dynastic succession, religious beliefs, and funerary practices, we are transported back in time to an era of divine kingship and cosmic rituals. Within the tombs are paintings and graffiti depicting the stories of the ancient Egyptians and their beliefs about life after death. One of the most famous tombs here is that of Tutankhamun, which contains many of his treasures, including his famous golden mask.
Inclusion
- Your own tour guide will arrange for your pickup and drop-off.
- During your Egypt day trips, you will be accompanied by a knowledgeable tour guide. moves from one location to another using a private air-conditioned vehicle.
- The cost includes all admission fees. Taxes and fees associated with a one-day tour to Luxor
Exclusion
- Tipping.
- Any personal expenses.
- Beverage during the meal.
- Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary.
Itinerary
The Valley of the Kings is where our guide will take you when we meet you in the hotel lobby. The Valley of the Kings' tombs are identified by a chronological finding number and the abbreviation KV (King's Valley).
The tombs are buried beneath a mountain of limestone; sometimes the royal tombs are very deep, some descending up to 100 m into the bowels of the mountain and some as long as 213 m, like that of Ramses II (KV7). The walls of the rooms and corridors are decorated with scenes depicting the deceased king's journey to the otherworld, and formulas from funerary books are inscribed on these walls to help the king overcome all obstacles.
Tourists can enjoy the beautiful countryside, the mountains that house the tombs of the pharaohs' kings and queens, the West Bank temples, and the scenic surroundings by engaging in animal tourism, which is a type of leisure travel and an adventure.
Your tour, which lasts more than an hour, begins at the stables. You will visit farms, Deir el-Bahari, the Valley of the Kings, the Ramesseum, and the hamlet as part of the tour. You will also see the stunning and well-known West Bank sites. After the tour, you will sit in a country house and sip tea, watch the local oven, and observe other Upper Egyptian customs. You will finally be driven back to your accommodation.
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15% of the total cost of the trip, with cancellation from the booking date up to 61 days before the start date of the trip
25% of the total cost of the trip, with cancellation from 60 to 31 days before the start date of the trip
35% of the total cost of the trip, with cancellation 30 to 15 days before the start date of the trip
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