Egypt: Jewels of the Nile

Stand face-to-face with the world’s greatest wonders

10 Days | Luxury Classic Tour | From $16,690 AUD per person

Includes On-Tour Flights | 2026 Departures

Few destinations on Earth capture the imagination quite like Egypt. A cradle of civilisation dating back over 5,000 years, this legendary land reveals its stories through towering pyramids, sacred temples, royal tombs, and the life-giving waters of the Nile.

On this exceptional 10-day luxury journey, experience Egypt at its most exclusive — from private after-hours access to the Valley of the Kings and King Tutankhamun’s tomb, to a 4-night Nile River cruise aboard the ultra-luxury Oberoi Philae or Oberoi Zahra. With expert Egyptologists, seamless flights, exquisite accommodation, and Tauck’s signature inclusions, this is Egypt done properly — immersive, elegant, and unforgettable.

✨ Journey Highlights

📍 Cairo & Giza

Begin your adventure at the iconic Great Pyramids of Giza and the mysterious Sphinx, followed by a guided visit to the extraordinary Grand Egyptian Museum, home to the world’s most extensive collection of King Tutankhamun’s treasures. Stay at the legendary Marriott Mena House, overlooking the pyramids.

📍 Luxor – Gateway to the Ancient World

Fly to Luxor and step into what feels like an open-air museum. Explore the Valley of the Queens, then enjoy a TAUCK-exclusive after-hours visit to the Valley of the Kings, including entry to King Tutankhamun’s tomb — a rare and unforgettable privilege.

📍 Nile River Cruise (4 nights)

Cruise the Nile in complete comfort aboard your luxury Oberoi riverboat, with spacious suites and panoramic views. Visit the monumental Temples of Karnak and Luxor, walk the ancient Avenue of Sphinxes, and sail past timeless river landscapes.

📍 Edfu & Kom Ombo

Explore the remarkably preserved Temple of Horus at Edfu, then visit the unique twin temples of Kom Ombo, famous for their fascinating medical relief carvings. Enjoy expert discussions with an Egyptologist on board.

📍 Aswan & Philae

Travel by boat to Agilkia Island to see the exquisite Temple of Isis at Philae, one of Egypt’s most beautiful temple complexes. End the day with a peaceful felucca sail at sunset.

📍 Abu Simbel

Fly by private charter to the awe-inspiring Abu Simbel, where colossal statues of Ramses II were carved directly into a mountainside — and later moved stone by stone in one of history’s greatest engineering feats.

📍 Old Cairo

Discover the layered history of Old Cairo with visits to the Hanging Church, Ben Ezra Synagogue, Al Rifai Mosque, and Sultan Hassan Mosque, followed by time to wander the vibrant Khan el-Khalili Bazaar.