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9-night Egypt: Jewels of the Nile Cruise/Land Package

Roundtrip Cairo
9-night Egypt: Jewels of the Nile Cruise/Land Package
December 20, 2026
Tauck - Cruise Division: Oberoi Zahra for Tauck
Roundtrip Cairo
Vacation Offer ID 1613404
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Cruise Inclusions

EXPERIENCE WITH TAUCK

  • TAUCK EXCLUSIVE – An after-hours private visit to the Valley of the Kings and King Tutankhamun's tomb
  • A 4-night Nile River cruise aboard Oberoi Zahra with included shore excursions to Egypt's must-see sights
  • Guided exploration of the Great Pyramids of Giza, including the Sphinx

TAUCK VALUE INCLUDES

  • A boat ride to Agilkia Island to see the Temple of Isis at Philae
  • Visit to the Temple of Horus at Edfu
  • Visit to the Old Egyptian Museum in Cairo
  • Private charter flight to and from Abu Simbel
  • On-Tour Air Included (4 flights)
  • Airport transfers upon arrival and departure as noted
  • 24 meals, gratuities to local guides, service charges, admission fees, taxes and porterage

Available Add-Ons

Optional roundtrip airfare from your city
Pre or post cruise hotel stay
  • Destination Guide
  • Suggested Shore Excursions
Destination Arrival Departure
Cairo

Cairo 12/20/2026

Tour begins: 5:30 PM, Marriott Mena House, Cairo. A transfer is included from Cairo International Airport to the Marriott Mena House, Cairo, a sumptuous former royal hunting lodge. Join us this evening for a welcome reception and dinner that celebrates your arrival in this historic land. Meals :D
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Giza
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Saqqara
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Cairo
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Luxor
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Valley of the Queens
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Valley of the Kings
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Luxor
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Esna (Isna)
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Edfu
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Temple of Horus (Edfu)
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Kom Ombo
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Aswan
12/25/2026 12/25/2026
Monastery of St. Simeon
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Agilkia Island
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Abu Simbel
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Aswan
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Cairo
12/27/2026 12/29/2026
Tauck - Cruise Division: Oberoi Zahra for Tauck
Climb aboard the decks of Oberoi Zahra for a cruising experience you'll never forget... look out from over the top deck as thousands of years of history... culture... innovation... and mystery pass you by on all sides. Discover the remains of ancient civilizations... and tour the final resting places of the pharaohs who reigned over Egypt before coming back onboard to settle down and relax with good friends and accommodations fit for royalty. With only 22 cabins and suites, Oberoi Philae offers spacious private accommodations with standard luxury cabins (284 sq. ft.) and luxury suites (538 sq. ft.), large windows framing panoramic Nile River views, ship amenities include a spa, fitness center, swimming pool, bar / lounge, cinema, elevator, high-speed wifi, library, and gaming area.
Ship Highlights
  • The Oberoi Spa onboard the Oberoi Philae offers exclusive treatments and beauty services
  • Unisex beauty salon
  • A temperature controlled, outdoor swimming pool
  • Multiple dining areas — Bar and Cigar Lounge, The Main Restaurant & the Poolside Restaurant
Ship Statistics
Maiden Voyage
2007
Ship Length
774 ft (235.9 m)
Passenger Capacity
27-50
Number of Crew
20
Dining / Restaurants
Yes
Bars / Lounges
Yes

Dining

Dining
Oberoi Zahra's main dining room for breakfast, lunch and dinner serves guests international cuisine from a daily changing a la carte menu.

Onboard Activities

Onboard Activities
After a long day exploring the wonders found along the banks of the Nile, there is no better place to unwind and relax than Oberoi Zahra's Cigar Room and Library.

Outdoor Activities

Outdoor Activities
Enjoy a swim in the temprature controlled pool or relax with a cool drink and a snack in a lounge chair as surrounding views of the Nile pass you by at every moment.

Suite

Luxury Suite with Jacuzzi (D) Call for pricing
Luxury Suite with Jacuzzi
  • Category: D
Size: 538 square feet (50 square metres) Private Balcony: Yes.
Stateroom Amenities: 42" LCD television in the living room, a 32" LCD television in the bedroom, DVD/CD players, in-house movie collection, high speed WiFi, a speaker phone, a data port, a personal bar, electronic safe.
Luxury Stateroom Deck D (C) Call for pricing
Luxury Stateroom Deck D
  • Category: C
Size: 284 sq. ft. (26.4 sq m.) Private Balcony: No Beds: King or twin size bed.
Stateroom Amenities: 32" high definition, LCD television, a CD/DVD player, high speed WiFi, a dual-line speaker phone, a data port, electronic safe, fully stocked personal bar, tea and coffee making facilities.

Oceanview

Luxury Stateroom Deck C (B) Call for pricing
Luxury Stateroom Deck C
  • Category: B
Size: 284 sq. ft. (26.4 sq m.) Private Balcony: No Beds: King or twin size bed.
Stateroom Amenities: 32" high definition, LCD television, a CD/DVD player, high speed WiFi, a dual-line speaker phone, a data port, electronic safe, fully stocked personal bar, tea and coffee making facilities.
Luxury Stateroom Deck B (A) Call for pricing
Luxury Stateroom Deck B
  • Category: A
Size: 284 sq. ft. (26.4 sq m.) Private Balcony: No Beds: King or twin size bed.
Stateroom Amenities: 32" high definition, LCD television, a CD/DVD player, high speed WiFi, a dual-line speaker phone, a data port, electronic safe, fully stocked personal bar, tea and coffee making facilities.

Small Group Departures: Select small group departures averaging 24 Tauck guests, priced from $10,990 per person double plus on-tour air; specific dates apply – select "Small Group" in the pull-down menu.

Note: Activities marked with an asterisk (*) are at your own risk; a signed liability waiver will be required.

Please Note: The included dinner at the 1902 Restaurant at the Sofitel Legend Old Cataract requires that gentlemen wear a sport coat and women wear cocktail attire.

All fares are quoted in US Dollars.

Deck E

Stateroom Key

  • Luxury Suite with Jacuzzi (D)
  • Luxury Stateroom Deck D (C)
  • Luxury Stateroom Deck C (B)
  • Luxury Stateroom Deck B (A)
Deck D

Stateroom Key

  • Luxury Suite with Jacuzzi (D)
  • Luxury Stateroom Deck D (C)
  • Luxury Stateroom Deck C (B)
  • Luxury Stateroom Deck B (A)
Deck C

Stateroom Key

  • Luxury Suite with Jacuzzi (D)
  • Luxury Stateroom Deck D (C)
  • Luxury Stateroom Deck C (B)
  • Luxury Stateroom Deck B (A)
Deck B

Stateroom Key

  • Luxury Suite with Jacuzzi (D)
  • Luxury Stateroom Deck D (C)
  • Luxury Stateroom Deck C (B)
  • Luxury Stateroom Deck B (A)
Deck A

Stateroom Key

  • Luxury Suite with Jacuzzi (D)
  • Luxury Stateroom Deck D (C)
  • Luxury Stateroom Deck C (B)
  • Luxury Stateroom Deck B (A)