Discovering King Tut's Tomb

A hundred years ago, Howard Carter unearthed the most significant archaeological discovery ever made when he revealed the hidden tomb of Tutankhamun and its breathtaking collection of treasures. Honor this remarkable achievement by visiting Discovering King Tuts Tomb, now available at Luxor. Trace Carter's path through history, examine the antechamber wall, open the burial chamber door, and meet the mummy directly. Admire the craftsmanship of the nested coffins and see Tut's infamous death mask. Learn why Egyptians practiced mummification to preserve and honor their pharaoh rulers. Step into a realm shimmering with gold and discover what the artifacts themselves reveal about the young king and ancient Egyptian civilization. With the audio guide, visitors can travel back in time by listening to Howard recount his own experience of first stepping inside the tomb. Light your lantern, break the seal, challenge the mummy's curse, and enter if you dare.