Vallieres, a French adventurous aristocrat, arrives in Egypt to join the extravagant inaugural celebration of the Suez Canal and carry out a scheme to smuggle valuable ancient artefacts. With his beloved Natalie, they ponder targeting the precious crown of Empress Eugenie of France, the guest of honour at the ceremony. During his eventful stay, he also enjoys thrilling encounters with stunning Annabelle. Eager for more action, he becomes entangled into a depraved assassination plot.