Original audio guides in English

Valley of the Kings – when to go

Valley of the Kings – when to go When planning a visit to the Valley of the Kings, there are a few important things to bear in mind. Firstly, the...

Valley of the Kings – which tombs to choose?

There are over sixty tombs in the Valley of the Kings. Roughly one-third are open to tourists, and only some are available to visit on any given day. In practice,...

How to get there and how to get around the Valley of the Kings

The Valley of the Kings lies approximately 7–12 miles (a dozen or so kilometres) from the centre of Luxor, on the other side of the Nile. Luxor itself is about...

Valley of the Kings – How to Visit on Your Own

The Valley of the Kings lies on the west bank of the Nile, across the river from modern Luxor. From central Luxor, which is situated mainly on the eastern bank,...

Grand Egyptian Museum – a three-hour tour

The Grand Egyptian Museum – a three-hour tour. What to see if you’re short on time? The Grand Egyptian Museum, or GEM, is a place where you could spend a...