Viking’s 12-day Pharaohs & Pyramids itinerary combines a Nile River cruise with guided tours of Egypt’s most iconic landmarks. Start in Cairo with included visits to the Great Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, and the Egyptian Museum, then fly to Luxor to begin your 8-day cruise along the Nile. Explore the Valley of the Kings, Karnak Temple, Abu Simbel, and more, with expert Egyptologists leading the way.
All accommodations, meals, internal flights, and guided tours are included. Travel aboard Viking’s modern ships in Egypt, designed for comfort, with spacious staterooms, regional cuisine, and onboard cultural enrichment programs throughout the journey.
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Pharaohs & Pyramids
Round trip Cairo, Egypt 12 Days
From $6,999pp, FREE Airfare for January through September 2026 Sailings
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Viking’s Nile River ships offer a range of river-view staterooms, including French Balcony, Veranda, and spacious two-room Explorer Suites. Each features hotel-style beds, modern bathrooms, and Viking’s signature Scandinavian design. Stateroom sizes and layouts may vary slightly by ship, but all categories provide a comfortable, well-appointed space for cruising the Nile in style.
Viking’s Nile River ships are modern, identical sister ships designed with clean Scandinavian style and built specifically for sailing Egypt’s iconic river. They offer a refined, comfortable onboard experience with sleek design, panoramic views, and Viking’s signature understated elegance.
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.
Q: What’s included in a Viking Egypt river cruise?
A: Every itinerary includes hotel stays in Cairo, accommodations on a Viking river ship, daily guided tours with expert Egyptologists, internal flights within Egypt, all onboard meals with beer and wine at lunch and dinner, and onboard enrichment programs like history lectures and cultural presentations.
Q: How much do Viking river cruises in Egypt cost?
A: Prices typically start around $6,000 to $7,000 per person, depending on travel dates, cabin category, and availability.
Q: Which destinations are included?
A: You’ll visit Cairo, Luxor, Qena, Esna, Aswan, and Abu Simbel. Highlights include the Pyramids of Giza, Valley of the Kings, Karnak Temple, and more.
Q: Are shore excursions included?
A: Yes. Viking includes guided tours at every port, led by professional Egyptologists who provide in-depth historical and cultural context.
Q: Are specialty dining options available?
A: Yes. All meals are included and feature both regional Egyptian cuisine and international dishes in a casual upscale setting.
Q: Are drinks included onboard?
A: Yes. Beer, wine, and soft drinks are included with lunch and dinner.
Q: What is the dress code onboard?
A: Casual during the day. Smart casual is recommended in the evenings, especially during dinners and cultural events.
Q: What kind of onboard enrichment is offered?
A: Viking offers destination-focused programming such as history lectures, cultural performances, and local storytelling tied to daily excursions.
Q: Is there a fitness center on the ship?
A: No, Viking’s Egypt ships do not have a fitness center onboard. However, guests will have plenty of active excursions on land, including walking tours through temples, archaeological sites, and ancient cities.
Q: How long is the cruise portion of the trip?
A: The Nile River cruise lasts 7 nights and sails roundtrip from Luxor. It’s part of a full 12-day itinerary that begins and ends in Cairo.
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