Valley of the Kings

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Valley of the Kings: The Eternal Gates to the Afterlife

Journey to the West Bank of the Nile with AMOS Tours and enter the sacred hidden valley where the great Pharaohs of the New Kingdom were laid to rest. For over 500 years, this remote canyon was the site of the most elaborate royal burials in history, designed to protect the kings and their treasures for eternity.

Highlights of Your Valley of the Kings Expedition:

• The Tomb of Tutankhamun: Step inside the world’s most famous tomb, discovered intact in 1922, and see the golden boy-king’s mummy in its original resting place.

• Vibrant Royal Murals: Marvel at the perfectly preserved colors of the wall paintings in the tombs of Ramses IV and Ramses VI, which look as if they were painted yesterday.

• Masterpieces of Ancient Art: Explore the deep corridors and burial chambers of the great conquerors like Thutmose III, featuring intricate scenes from the Book of the Dead.

• Expert Egyptologist Guidance: Learn the secrets of the hieroglyphs and the complex burial rituals that ensured the Pharaoh’s safe passage to the fields of reed.

• The Majestic West Bank Landscape: Capture the dramatic scenery of the Theban Hills, where the natural pyramid-shaped peak of Al-Qurn watches over the royal valley.