If you are planning to head off on a Nile cruise, you will certainly not be stuck for things to do. In fact, quite the opposite is true. You may well have to prioritise certain activities over others simply because you don’t have enough time to get round to everything.
However, there is one tourist hotspot that you might not be prepared to overlook and that is the Valley of the Kings. This spot has captured the imagination of visitors to the nation for many years and has long been a centre of archaeological exploration.
The site is an ancient burial ground and was used by pharaohs and dignitaries from the 18th to the 20th dynasties. In total, 63 tombs have been found and among them is the hugely famous one of Tutankhamun. This was discovered virtually intact in November 1922.
While not all tombs are open to the public, it is possible to access the valley and see some of these burial chambers. This means it is well worth taking in the attraction while enjoying Nile cruises.
The valley is located on the west bank of the river opposite Luxor and within the heart of the Theban Necropolis.
There is nothing quite like being around these historical sites. You might well feel a deep sense of awe unlike anything you have experienced before. And thanks to helpful tour guides, you should find out all you want to know about the valley.
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