Discover what makes Viking the world’s leading river cruise line.
Embark on Viking River Cruises’ Pharaohs & Pyramids itinerary, an extraordinary 12-day journey through Egypt’s captivating history. Begin in Cairo, where the Great Pyramids, the Sphinx, and treasures of Tutankhamun await. Cruise the legendary Nile aboard a luxurious, state-of-the-art ship, stopping at iconic sites like the Temple of Karnak, the Valley of the Kings, and the towering statues of Abu Simbel.
Expert guides bring ancient wonders to life, while onboard enrichment deepens your understanding of Egyptian culture.
With elegant accommodations, exceptional dining, and seamless service, this itinerary promises an unforgettable blend of adventure, discovery, and timeless beauty.
Special Offers
FREE International Airfare | $200 Onboard Credit
Book by December 31, 2024
FEATURED ITINERARIES:
Pharaohs & Pyramids
Round trip Cairo, Egypt 12 Days
From $6,999pp, FREE airfare for Sep/Oct/Nov/Dec 2025 sailings
Offer valid on bookings made from Dec 2-31, 2024 for travel in 2025. Cruise from based on select departures in category F; subject to availability, other categories may be higher. Call for details. A limited-time $25 per person deposit is due at time of booking for all featured itineraries. Prices are in US dollars and for US residents only, double occupancy (solo travelers higher). Air does not have to be purchased to get cruise/tour offer. All fares reflect cruise taxes, port taxes and fees. Book by Dec 31, 2024. Pay in full by Jan 31, 2024 or in full if within 120 days. Offers not available on existing bookings. OBC is $100pp.
*Air prices are per person based on cruise or cruise tour check-in date and include transfers. Air seats are limited; airfares are subject to change until full payment of air is received. Airfares vary on other gateways and departures. Air offers not valid on Alaska, Hawaii, San Juan and Mexico City.
Viking Inclusive Value
Across the Viking fleet, pricing that covers everything guests need—and nothing they do not.
- One complimentary landing or shore excursion in every port of call
- Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
- Beer, wine & soft drinks with onboard lunch & dinner
- 24-hour specialty coffees, teas & bottled water
- Port taxes & fees
- Ground transfers with Viking Air purchase
- Visits to UNESCO Sites
- Enrichment lectures & Destination Performances
Accommodations
Viking Egypt River Cruise Staterooms
With Viking's exclusive patented corridor configuration—a distinctive feature of our Viking Longships—they are able to offer a variety of stateroom choices, from the deluxe comfort of spacious Veranda and French Balcony Staterooms to Veranda and Explorer Suites.
NOTE: Some ships will have different layouts and stateroom sizes/features.
Explorer Suite (ES)
- Stateroom size: 525 sq ft (includes private veranda)
- River-view suite with spacious, separate sitting room & floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door opening to a full-size veranda in the sleeping quarters
- Queen-size Viking Explorer Bed (optional twin-bed configuration) with luxury linens & pillows
- Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
- Flat-screen TV with infotainment system featuring a selection of live TV channels, complimentary Movies On Demand and in-house programming
- Additional flat-screen TV in sitting area
- 110/220 volt outlets & USB ports
- Large private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower, bathtub, double-sink vanity, heated floor, anti-fog mirror & hair dryer
- Premium Freyja® toiletries
- Plush robes & slippers
- Telephone, safe, refrigerator
- Individual climate control
- Bottled water replenished daily
- Welcome bottle of sparkling wine; mini-bar with wine, beer & soft drinks (replenished daily); daily fruit plate
- Binoculars
- Luxury wool blanket
- Personal coffee machine with premium coffee & tea selections
- Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping
- Complimentary in-room breakfast service
- Complimentary laundry & shoe shine services
- Private arrival/departure transfer in destination
- Under-bed suitcase storage space
- Roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers
- Complimentary Viking Air Plus (US & CA only)
Veranda Suite (AA)
- Stateroom size: 409 sq ft (includes private veranda)
- River-view suite with full-size veranda off a spacious, separate sitting room, and French Balcony (floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door) in sleeping quarters
- Queen-size Viking Explorer Bed (optional twin-bed configuration) with luxury linens & pillows
- Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
- Flat-screen TV with infotainment system featuring a selection of live TV channels, complimentary Movies On Demand and in-house programming
- Additional flat-screen TV in sitting area
- 110/220 volt outlets & USB ports
- Private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower, heated floor, anti-fog mirror & hair dryer
- Premium Freyja® toiletries
- Plush robes & slippers
- Telephone, safe, refrigerator
- Individual climate control
- Bottled water replenished daily
- Binoculars
- Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping
- Under-bed suitcase storage space
- Roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers
Veranda (A)
- Stateroom size: 239 sq ft (includes private veranda)
- River-view stateroom with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door opening to full-size veranda
- Queen-size Viking Explorer Bed (optional twin-bed configuration) with luxury linens & pillows
- Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
- Flat-screen TV with infotainment system featuring a selection of live TV channels, complimentary Movies On Demand and in-house programming
- 110/220 volt outlets & USB ports
- Private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower, heated floor, anti-fog mirror & hair dryer
- Premium Freyja® toiletries
- Plush robes & slippers (upon request)
- Telephone, safe, refrigerator
- Individual climate control
- Bottled water replenished daily
- Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping
- Under-bed suitcase storage space
- Roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers
Standard (B)
- Stateroom size: 232 sq ft
- River-view stateroom with half-height picture window
- Queen-size Viking Explorer Bed (optional twin-bed configuration) with luxury linens & pillows
- Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
- Flat-screen TV with infotainment system featuring a selection of live TV channels, complimentary Movies On Demand and in-house programming
- 110/220 volt outlets & USB ports
- Private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower, heated floor, anti-fog mirror & hair dryer
- Premium Freyja® toiletries
- Plush robes & slippers (upon request)
- Telephone, safe, refrigerator
- Individual climate control
- Bottled water replenished daily
- Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping
- Under-bed suitcase storage space
- Roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers
The Ships
Viking River Cruise Egypt
Designed to navigate the Nile River, our state-of-the-art fleet of identical sister ships offer understated elegance and have been built to reflect the clean, Scandinavian design principles for which Viking is known.
Ship Features
- 41 comfortable outside staterooms (12 Standard Staterooms, 21 Veranda Staterooms, 6 Veranda Suites, 2 Explorer Suites)
- Explorer suites feature two full-size rooms with a veranda off the bedroom & a spacious bathroom with separate bathtub and glass enclosed shower
- Veranda suites feature two full-size rooms with a veranda off the living room & a French balcony in the bedroom
- Pool & Sun Deck with 360-degree views & shaded sitting area
- Aquavit Terrace & Lounge, a revolutionary indoor/outdoor viewing area for al fresco dining
- Lounge & Bar with floor-to-ceiling glass doors
- Restaurant with floor-to-ceiling windows for panoramic views
- Library & onboard shop
- Elevator from Main Deck to Pool Deck only; no elevator access for Sun Deck
- Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
- Laundry service
- Flat-screen TV with infotainment system featuring a selection of live TV channels, complimentary Movies On Demand and in-house programming
Ship Highlights
Specifically built to navigate the Nile River, our Egypt ships have been fully reimagined to international standards of comfort and elegance. With French balconies, hotel-style beds in every spacious stateroom and public areas bathed in light, these ships are the most sophisticated river ships sailing the region.
