How to Beat the Crowds at the Valley of the Kings
The Valley of the Kings ticket costs about 750 EGP and covers three tombs of your choice. Tutankhamun (about 500-700 EGP) and Seti I (about 1,800-2,000 EGP) need extra tickets. Arrive at opening (about 6 am), before the tour groups and the heat, and check which tombs are open, as they rotate for conservation.
- Standard ticket
- About 750 EGP, 3 tombs
- Tutankhamun (KV62)
- Extra, about 500-700 EGP
- Seti I (KV17)
- Extra, about 1,800-2,000 EGP
- Ramesses V and VI (KV9)
- Extra, about 180-220 EGP
- Opens
- Early morning, about 6 am
- Best time
- Opening time
- Time to allow
- 2-3 hours
How busy is the Valley of the Kings?
Coaches arrive from mid-morning, and Nile cruise groups come in waves, so the most popular tombs have queues inside narrow corridors. The heat builds quickly, especially from May to September.
Before you go, check how busy the Valley of the Kings is likely to be. BeatTheCrowd shows the live crowd level and an hourly forecast for any date, adjusted for Egyptian holidays, cruise arrivals and heat.
Check today’s crowds at Valley of the Kings →Best (and worst) times to go
- Opening time: cool air and empty tombs.
- Late afternoon: quieter, but hot in summer.
- Worst: 9 am to 1 pm in high season.
Our hourly forecast for the Valley of the Kings shows how busy each hour is expected to be on your date.
Check today’s crowds at Valley of the Kings →Insider tips that actually save time
- Pick less famous tombs like Ramesses IV for your three.