Day Trip to Valley of Kings by donkey in Luxor
Overview
You will enjoy with us a unique experience that combines the fragrance of history and the spirit of adventure through one of the most valuable trips that you can experience in Luxor, as we offer you a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to travel to the Valley of the Kings on a donkey, much like the ancient Luxor residents did.
You will enjoy the rural roads and green fields of the western mainland of Luxor, passing by Nubian houses and simple farms, giving us a real glimpse of rural life in Upper Egypt. Riding on the back of a donkey is a unique experience, as it gives you a peaceful rhythm that allows you to contemplate nature and the surrounding scenery.
This trip will give you the opportunity to explore the Valley of the Kings, an ancient archaeological site, where you can see the tombs of the pharaohs carved deep into the mountain, including famous tombs such as Tutankhamun and Ramses VI, decorated with colorful inscriptions that narrate scenes from the books of the afterlife in ancient Egyptian beliefs.
The amazing Valley of the Kings has over 60 tombs and 20 unfinished pits. The eastern valley is more famous than the western valley, which has few tombs.
donkey! Experience the Valley of Kings in a completely new way by going on the best excursion possible, which includes riding on a donkey! Don't miss this chance and come explore Egypt with us in a different way.
You will enjoy with us a unique experience that combines the fragrance of history and the spirit of adventure through one of the most valuable trips that you can experience in Luxor, as we offer you a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to travel to the Valley of the Kings on a donkey, much like the ancient Luxor residents did.
You will enjoy the rural roads and green fields of the western mainland of Luxor, passing by Nubian houses and simple farms, giving us a real glimpse of rural life in Upper Egypt. Riding on the back of a donkey is a unique experience, as it gives you a peaceful rhythm that allows you to contemplate nature and the surrounding scenery.
This trip will give you the opportunity to explore the Valley of the Kings, an ancient archaeological site, where you can see the tombs of the pharaohs carved deep into the mountain, including famous tombs such as Tutankhamun and Ramses VI, decorated with colorful inscriptions that narrate scenes from the books of the afterlife in ancient Egyptian beliefs.
The amazing Valley of the Kings has over 60 tombs and 20 unfinished pits. The eastern valley is more famous than the western valley, which has few tombs.
donkey! Experience the Valley of Kings in a completely new way by going on the best excursion possible, which includes riding on a donkey! Don't miss this chance and come explore Egypt with us in a different way.
Inclusion
- Meet and greet service by your private guide.
- An experienced Egypt tour guide will accompany you during your day tours to Egypt.
- Air-conditioned private vehicle transfers from one place to another.
- Full entrance fees are included in the price.
- Taxes and fees for a day trip to Luxor day tours.
Exclusion
- Gratuities.
- Additional personal expenses.
- Beverages during meals.
- Anything extra not mentioned in the itinerary.
Itinerary
From your Nile cruise or hotel in Luxor, one of our professional guides will be waiting for you to take you in a modern private car to the Valley of the Kings, where you can ride a donkey and enjoy a special experience.
We will start the tour with a visit to the Valley of the Kings, home to some of Egypt's most spectacular monuments, including the tombs of Ramesses VI, Seti I, Tutankhamun, Ramesses VII, Ramesses IX, Merneptah, Seti II, Tausert, and Setnakht, which reveal the secrets of the complex Egyptian funerary rituals, The choice of the valley to carve the royal tombs was not accidental, as the pyramid was a symbol of rebirth and eternal life, and the pyramidal shape was considered a sign of the goddess, and this area, and the summit itself, were under the control of the goddess Hathor, “Lady of the West. ”
Experience the ultimate trip, which involves riding a donkey, to gain a different perspective on the Valley of Kings! Don't pass up this opportunity to join us as we explore Egypt in a new way.
After completing the tour, we can also return by air-conditioned vehicle to your accommodation. This tour offers not only a visit to one of the largest archaeological sites in the world but also an authentic and different experience that you will not forget...
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In the case of cancellation of the trip by the customer, based on the start dates of the trip, the following costs will be charged:
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
The number of tombs in the Valley of the Kings that are accessible to the public may change over time as a result of preservation and restoration projects. Eight to ten tombs are usually available for exploration by guests. Certain tombs, like the tomb of Tutankhamun, may charge an additional fee, and the specific tombs that are open may vary.
Luxor is a city located in southern Egypt (Upper Egypt) and is often referred to as the "world's greatest open-air museum." It is renowned for its rich historical and archaeological sites, including the ancient Egyptian temples of Luxor and Karnak, the Valley of the Kings, and the Valley of the Queens.
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