This tomb stands as the most sophisticated example of the offset, or jogged, design used for royal burials in the Valley of the Kings. Stretching an impressive 137 meters—about 450 feet—it winds deep into the hillside. It was first uncovered in October 1817 by the Italian explorer Giovanni Battista Belzoni, whose name still lingers as a nickname for the site. What makes the story even more remarkable is that Belzoni stumbled upon it only days after revealing the tomb of Ramesses I, the father of the king buried here. The discovery marked one of the great moments in the early exploration of Egypt’s royal necropolis.
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Send us your travel date, group size, and preferred pace, and we’ll recommend the best plan—day tours, multi-day itineraries, or a mix.
- Travel date + approximate trip length
- Group size (adults/children)
- Your pace (relaxed vs full schedule)
- Top interests (Pyramids, museums, Nile, desert, etc.)
- Optional Red Sea extension: dates, preferred coast (Hurghada vs Sharm vs quieter resorts), and whether you want relaxation, diving, or family beach time
Contact us and we’ll take it from there.
Our trips are designed around your exact expectations. To make sure every detail aligns with what you want, pricing is confirmed after a short discovery call/session.
Once we understand your dates, preferences, and priorities, we share the best-fit option and quote.
Yes—our experiences are built around private service, including privately escorted sightseeing and fully escorted transfers.
- Privately escorted sightseeing
- Fully and privately escorted transfers
- Latest air-conditioned vehicles
Inclusions depend on the itinerary, but our core approach focuses on comfort and expert support throughout the journey.
- Air-conditioned transfers
- Licensed Egyptologist guides
- VIP immigration service for international arrivals and departures (by prior arrangement)
- Exclusive access opportunities like pre- and post-hours visits (subject to permission and surcharges)
Visa rules can change, so check the latest requirements with the nearest Egyptian Embassy/Consulate before travel.
- E-Visa: apply online before travel (typically valid for 30 days)
- Visa on Arrival: available at major Egyptian airports (cash USD/EUR; typically valid for 30 days)
- Pre-purchased visa: available at major airports (some providers can arrange in advance)
Common requirements: passport valid for at least 6 months, and supporting travel details may be requested.
Egypt’s local currency is the Egyptian Pound (£E). Local currency is useful for tipping and small purchases, while major cards are widely accepted in many places.
- Currency: Egyptian Pound (£E)
- Cash: helpful for tips and small buys
- Cards: Visa and MasterCard are widely accepted; American Express is accepted at leading hotels
Yes. Kaya Escapes is built on respect for the environment and the communities we visit, guided by sustainability and community cooperation.
- Straw to Paper: a community initiative involving special needs individuals, orphans, and widows working together
- Nile River Rescue: a community effort to collect and recycle plastic waste along the Nile to reduce pollution