Secrets of Egypt's Valley of the Kings - Season 1

Archaeologists unlock the mysteries of Tutankhamun, unearthing a long-lost box of treasures from inside his tomb, and revealing why his resting place remained hidden for thousands of years.

Archaeologists reveal the mysteries of one of Egypt's greatest female pharaohs, Hatshepsut. The discovery of a sphinx in an ancient quarry sparks an investigation that leads to the temple of Karnak, while analysis of mummified body parts found in a tomb brings up new evidence concerning the lives of women in ancient Egypt.

An archaeological team makes a discovery that exposes a state-sanctioned looting scandal, while in Cairo, experts in antiquities work with Interpol to crack down on the black market trade in stolen relics. A dig run by Spanish archaeologists makes an unusual discovery - a 3000-year-old mummified heart.

Archaeologists find new evidence about how the ancient Egyptians prepared for the afterlife, including a sacred text found in the tomb of the great Pharaoh Seti I which was believed to guarantee life after death. An expedition unearths a sealed tomb that has lain untouched for 4000 years, and discovers disturbing evidence of the lengths grave robbers will go to in search of treasure.