Valley of the Kings tickets 2026 at a glance
The base ticket for the Valley of the Kings costs EGP 750 for foreign adults and EGP 375 for students. It lets you choose 3 regular tombs from those open on the day. A few tombs need an extra ticket: Tutankhamun (KV62), Ramesses V and VI (KV9), Seti I (KV17) and Ay in the Western Valley.
The prices on this page apply in 2026 for foreign visitors, for entry only, without transport or a guide. Egyptian citizens pay lower fares. Tickets are sold for a visit date, and each extra tomb is a separate product.
Our picks: valley tickets and tours
Our take: the QR ticket covers three tombs. The half-day tour adds Hatshepsut, and the private tour includes entry.
Hand-picked tours, booked through GetYourGuide. Prices are indicative starting prices in US dollars (as of October 2026). Tap a tour for live availability and the current price in your currency.
Private tour to the Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut
- Private guide
- Hotel pick-up
- Entry fees
Four hours with a private guide and car, entry included; Tutankhamun's tomb is extra.
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Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut Temple tour
- English-speaking guide
- Hotel transfer
- Lunch
Five hours with an English-speaking guide and lunch; entry fees depend on the option you choose.
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Valley of the Kings QR code entry ticket
- QR entry to the Valley of the Kings
- Three standard tombs
The standard ticket for three tombs; Tutankhamun, Seti I and Ramesses V/VI are extra.
Check availability →Valley of the Kings tickets and guided tours
Guided West Bank tours with entry options and transfers, with live prices and availability. Check which tickets and extra tombs each offer includes.
Valley of the Kings ticket prices 2026
Prices in Egyptian pounds for foreign visitors.
| Ticket | Adults | Students | What it is |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base ticket | EGP 750 | EGP 375 | Entry to the valley and 3 regular open tombs |
| Tutankhamun, KV62 | EGP 700 | EGP 350 | Extra ticket |
| Ramesses V and VI, KV9 | EGP 220 | EGP 110 | One shared tomb, one extra ticket |
| Seti I, KV17 | EGP 2,000 | EGP 2,000 | Extra ticket, no student discount |
| Ay (Eje), Western Valley | EGP 200 | EGP 100 | Separate add-on product |
The base ticket is also needed if you only want to see an extra tomb. Seti I is the one extra ticket without a student price: students pay EGP 2,000 as well. There is no general half-price rule for every tomb.
What your visit costs: examples
Sums of the prices above, per person.
| Plan | Adults | Students |
|---|---|---|
| Base ticket only | EGP 750 | EGP 375 |
| Base ticket and Tutankhamun (KV62) | EGP 1,450 | EGP 725 |
| Base ticket, KV62 and KV9 | EGP 1,670 | EGP 835 |
| Base ticket, KV62, KV9 and Seti I (KV17) | EGP 3,670 | EGP 2,835 |
For most visitors, the base ticket plus Tutankhamun is the sensible first choice: it comes to EGP 1,450 and gives you the best-known tomb and two other tombs of your choice. Add KV9 if you like painted ceilings. Seti I costs more than the base ticket and Tutankhamun together, so add it only if the decorated walls matter to you. See the best tombs for help choosing.
Which tombs your base ticket covers
You choose 3 regular tombs from the ones open on the day. Which tombs are open changes, so check on the spot which tombs are open.
KV34, the tomb of Thutmosis III, is not a safe choice for the base ticket. The tomb of Tutankhamun is small and its wall paintings are only in the burial chamber, so decide whether it is worth the extra ticket on the tomb of Tutankhamun page.
Children, students and free entry
- Children under 6: free.
- Children from 6 to 12: check the current rate at the ticket office before you go.
- Students: up to age 24, with a valid student ID. The student price applies to the base ticket and to the extra tickets in the table, except Seti I.
Bring the proof with you. A student discount without an ID should not be expected.
How to buy and pay
Online with a visit date, or on site.
Choose a visit date
Tickets are sold for a date, and the extra tombs are added as separate products. You can buy online for your date, and the add-ons show up as separate items.
Pay by card
Card payment is the norm at the monuments. Cash payment may not be accepted, so bring a card that works abroad.
The tram costs extra
An electric tram runs from the visitor center to the tombs in about 3 minutes. It costs about EGP 20 per person for the return trip and is not part of the ticket.
Getting there →Photos
Private photos with a phone are free. Flash is not allowed inside. Professional lighting needs a permit. Follow the signs at the extra tombs.
Other West Bank tickets
Each site has its own ticket. A single ticket for several sites does not exist.
| Site | Adults | Students |
|---|---|---|
| Valley of the Queens | EGP 220 | EGP 110 |
| Hatshepsut Temple | EGP 440 | EGP 220 |
| Medinet Habu | EGP 220 to 230 | EGP 110 |
| Ramesseum | EGP 220 | EGP 110 |
| Deir el-Medina | EGP 220 | EGP 110 |
Hatshepsut Temple costs EGP 440 for adults and EGP 220 for students. Medinet Habu costs EGP 220 to 230 for adults, so budget for the higher figure. The nearby sights page describes each site, and West Bank tours show how to combine them.
Valley of the Kings tickets: frequently asked questions
How much is a Valley of the Kings ticket in 2026?
EGP 750 for foreign adults and EGP 375 for students. That includes 3 regular open tombs. Tutankhamun, Ramesses V and VI, Seti I and Ay cost extra.
Is the tomb of Tutankhamun included?
No. It is an extra ticket at EGP 700 for adults and EGP 350 for students, on top of the base ticket.
Can I buy only the ticket for Tutankhamun's tomb?
You need the base ticket as well. The extra ticket is added to it, so the total for an adult is EGP 1,450.
Why does the tomb of Seti I cost EGP 2,000?
It is priced as a special tomb. Students pay the same EGP 2,000. It is the first tomb in the valley decorated from end to end, and it has a vaulted burial chamber with astronomical motifs. See the best tombs.
Do I pay in cash or by card?
Plan to pay by card. Cash payment may not be accepted at the monuments.
Is valley-of-the-kings.org an official ticket seller?
No. This is an independent guide. It is not the website of the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities or the Supreme Council of Antiquities, and it does not sell the monument tickets itself.