Valley of the Queens in Luxor: Nefertari's tomb, tickets and day trip from Hurghada (2026)
Quick answer: the Valley of the Queens, on Luxor's West Bank, holds tombs of New Kingdom pharaohs' wives and children, including Nefertari's, Ramesses II's wife, the most famous. According to a guide consulted on 26 October 2026, Nefertari's tomb has been closed since 2 March 2024 with no known reopening date, and a tour listing confirms it: the valley stays open but the jewel is out of reach. Entry prices differ by source (220 to 360 EGP for the valley) and we found no reliable official hours or fees: confirm before going. From Hurghada, allow about 5 hours by road each way; the Valley of the Queens is not always part of the day trip.
Highlights
The Theban necropolis
Photo of the neighbouring Valley of the Kings: the Valley of the Queens lies in a wadi further south, in the same Theban hills.
The princes' tombs
Other tombs than Nefertari's are open at times; ask your guide which ones are open on the day of your visit.
Nefertari's tomb (closed according to one guide)
Known for its very well preserved wall paintings; access is regulated and can change.
Practical info
Tips
- Before choosing a trip, check that the Valley of the Queens is really on the programme, since the best-selling formula from Hurghada focuses on the Valley of the Kings, Karnak and Hatshepsut. On site, a 3-hour private tour "Medinet Habu, Deir el-Medina and Valley of the Queens" exists from Luxor (see Medinet Habu). From Hurghada, two days with a night in Luxor leave more time. Sources disagree on Nefertari's closure, prices and hours: confirm with your guide, your hotel or the Ministry of Antiquities site. To choose a trip: Luxor from Hurghada, which trip and the Valley of the Kings; for the nearby workers' village: Deir el-Medina.
How to get there
Day trip from Hurghada (about 5 hours by road each way, very early start) 2-day option with a night in Luxor In Luxor: taxi or private driver for the West Bank
Opening hours
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