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La nécropole sacrée des pharaons du Nouvel Empire abritant le tombeau de Toutânkhamon.
Sous la cime thébaine naturelle de la pyramide d'Al-Qurn, plus de 63 hypogées royaux révèlent des scènes funéraires et astronomiques d'une fraîcheur éclatante.
“La nécropole sacrée des pharaons du Nouvel Empire abritant le tombeau de Toutânkhamon.”
— Tourism Compass Heritage Committee
Purchase the extra ticket for the Tomb of Seti I (KV17); its relief preservation and turquoise astrological ceiling are unmatched on the West Bank.
Visit KV9 (Ramesses V & VI) for the finest intact Book of the Earth astronomical ceiling vault.
Start your West Bank tour here at 06:00 AM before the mid-day heat exceeds 42°C (108°F), then proceed to Hatshepsut.
Flash photography is strictly prohibited; ensure your smartphone flash is disabled before entering the burial chambers to respect conservators.
Tipping is an entrenched custom of gratitude in Egypt. Carry small banknotes (20, 50, 100 EGP) for site guardians, boat captains, and temple custodians. Standard dining gratuity is 10–12%.
Flash photography is strictly prohibited inside royal burial chambers to preserve ancient organic pigments. Tripods require a special permit. Always politely ask with a smile before photographing local artisans.
Cover shoulders and knees when exploring active mosques, Coptic monasteries, and heritage souks. Loose, breathable linen or cotton garments provide optimal cooling under the sun.
Carry a minimum of 1.5L of sealed mineral water during open-air archaeological explorations. Use electrolyte packets during hot midday hours and wear broad-brim hats.
Bargaining in historic bazaars is an art of courteous connection, often accompanied by fresh mint tea. Negotiate with warmth and a smile; mutual cordiality yields the finest memories.
Refrain from touching ancient wall bas-reliefs and organic pigments. Remain strictly on curated wooden boardwalks inside royal tombs to safeguard monumental history for eternity.
06h00 - 17h00
600 EGP (~$24 USD)
Respectful, modest attire covering shoulders and knees.
Tôt le matin à l'ouverture
Official National Heritage Monument under Ministry of Tourism & Antiquities.
Permitted with mobile & handheld cameras (flash strictly prohibited indoors).
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