11-night Pharaohs & Pyramids Cruise/Land Package

December 9, 2024

Viking: MS Antares

Roundtrip Cairo

Vacation Offer ID 1455864

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Cruise Inclusions

One complimentary shore excursion in every port of call
Unlimited free Wi-Fi
Visits to UNESCO Sites
Enrichment lectures & Destination Performances
Cultural Curriculum
Meals including regional specialties
Most alfresco dining on the rivers
Welcome Cocktails & Farewell Dinner
Beer, wine & soft drinks with onboard lunch & dinner
24-hour specialty coffees, teas & bottled water
Walking track & sports deck
Curated library
24-hour guest services
All port taxes & fees
Airport transfers on embarkation/disembarkation day with Viking Air purchase
Viking Service Guarantee

YOUR STATEROOM INCLUDES:

River-view stateroom Hotel-style bed with optional twin-bed configuration; luxury linens & pillows
40" flat-screen LCD TV with complimentary Movies On Demand
110/220 volt outlets & USB ports
Refrigerator; security safe; hair dryer
Spacious glass-enclosed shower
Heated bathroom floor & anti-fog mirror
Premium Freyja® toiletries; plush robes & slippers
Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping

Available Add-Ons

Optional air add-ons are available from Viking River Cruises' designated gateway cities in the U.S. and Canada, and include all government fees and taxes.
Pre- or Post- cruise hotel stay
Optional shore excursions

Destination Guide
Suggested Shore Excursions

Destination	Arrival	Departure
Cairo Cairo 12/09/2024 Arrive in Cairo, Egypt's exhilarating capital. This pulsating, historic city was made prosperous over millennia as a stopover for Sahara caravans on trade routes to Byzantium. Transfer to the first-class Nile Ritz-Carlton (or similar) for a 3-night stay.,	12/09/2024	12/09/2024
Cairo Cairo 12/10/2024 This morning we take an excursion to the necropolis at Sakkara to see the world's oldest step pyramid. After lunch, continue to the Giza Plateau to behold the only Wonder of the Ancient World still standing: the Great Pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure. There, you can experience them as the ancients did—from astride the "ships of the desert"—during a brief camel ride. Nearby, see the Great Sphinx, forever facing due east. Return to your hotel for dinner and a free evening to relax or explore on your own. (B,L,D),	12/10/2024	12/10/2024
Cairo Cairo 12/11/2024 Today the fascinating sights of Cairo unfold before you. Marvel at the sprawling Citadel of the Mountain and the Mosque of Muhammad Ali. Then tour the Museum of Egyptian Antiquities and admire its huge collection of artifacts, and visit the famous gallery displaying the riches of King Tutankhamen. After lunch on your own at or near your hotel, use your free time in the afternoon to follow your own interests. Later, you might join an optional visit to Khan el-Khalili, Cairo's most famous outdoor souk (bazaar). After an orientation from your guide, you can shop for all manner of Egyptian goods, from brassware to spices, and admire the Al-Azhar Mosque. Conclude your outing with a traditional Egyptian dinner at a local restaurant. (B),	12/11/2024	12/11/2024
Cairo Cairo 12/12/2024 Early this morning, fly to Luxor, the ancient city of Thebes beautifully set on the Nile River, where history will be brought to life by your expert Egyptologist. At the Temples of Luxor and Karnak, long buried beneath desert sands, walk among monumental peristyles and obelisks, and learn how ancient hieroglyphics hint at the beliefs and lifestyle of ancient Egyptians. Proceed to your Nile cruise ship for check-in and a welcome lunch. Join an excursion to the Luxor Library and Heritage Center, where the city's past is preserved and shared in engaging exhibits. Enjoy an onboard dinner. (B,L,D),	12/12/2024	12/12/2024
Air Travel Air Travel 12/12/2024 Early this morning, fly to Luxor, the ancient city of Thebes beautifully set on the Nile River, where history will be brought to life by your expert Egyptologist. At the Temples of Luxor and Karnak, long buried beneath desert sands, walk among monumental peristyles and obelisks, and learn how ancient hieroglyphics hint at the beliefs and lifestyle of ancient Egyptians. Proceed to your Nile cruise ship for check-in and a welcome lunch. Join an excursion to the Luxor Library and Heritage Center, where the city's past is preserved and shared in engaging exhibits. Enjoy an onboard dinner. (B,L,D),	12/12/2024	12/12/2024
Cruise Starts (Embarkation) Cruise Starts (Embarkation) 12/12/2024 Early this morning, fly to Luxor, the ancient city of Thebes beautifully set on the Nile River, where history will be brought to life by your expert Egyptologist. At the Temples of Luxor and Karnak, long buried beneath desert sands, walk among monumental peristyles and obelisks, and learn how ancient hieroglyphics hint at the beliefs and lifestyle of ancient Egyptians. Proceed to your Nile cruise ship for check-in and a welcome lunch. Join an excursion to the Luxor Library and Heritage Center, where the city's past is preserved and shared in engaging exhibits. Enjoy an onboard dinner. (B,L,D),	12/12/2024	12/12/2024
Luxor Luxor 12/12/2024 Early this morning, fly to Luxor, the ancient city of Thebes beautifully set on the Nile River, where history will be brought to life by your expert Egyptologist. At the Temples of Luxor and Karnak, long buried beneath desert sands, walk among monumental peristyles and obelisks, and learn how ancient hieroglyphics hint at the beliefs and lifestyle of ancient Egyptians. Proceed to your Nile cruise ship for check-in and a welcome lunch. Join an excursion to the Luxor Library and Heritage Center, where the city's past is preserved and shared in engaging exhibits. Enjoy an onboard dinner. (B,L,D),	12/12/2024	12/12/2024
Qena	12/13/2024	12/13/2024
Luxor	12/14/2024	12/14/2024
Esna (Isna) Esna (Isna) 12/15/2024 Disembark at Esna today to explore the red sandstone Temple of Khnum. In the 1st-century Hypostyle Hall, admire its 24 columns, 6 across and 4 deep, each topped by a differently designed, intricately carved floral capital. As you explore, be sure to examine the hieroglyphics depicting Roman emperors making offerings to the gods. After a guided tour, use your free time to take in more of this fascinating site on your own. Alternatively, head to Esna Village on foot for a full tour of the town and its lively market scene. View the temple remains and stroll the covered street market, where you can witness an array of colorful fabrics. (B,L,D),	12/15/2024	12/15/2024
Aswan Aswan 12/16/2024 Awake in Aswan this morning, Egypt's bustling market city. Today, you can choose to visit the Aswan High Dam, visit a local market, and take a scenic Nile cruise on a felucca, a traditional Egyptian wooden sailboat. Or join an optional excursion to Abu Simbel to admire the Great Temple of Ramses II, Egypt's longest-ruling pharaoh. It is dominated by four colossal statues, 60 feet high and directly facing the rising sun. The statues are all of Ramses, with his queen and daughters at his feet. Moved from its original location near Aswan to save it from the rising waters of Lake Nasser, it was built as a tribute to the deities and Ramses II's favorite wife, Nefertari. Make the most of your overnight stay with an optional sound and light show at Philae Temple, and discover the legend of Goddess Isis and God Osiris. Afterward, return to your ship for dinner onboard and spend the night in Aswan. (B,L,D),	12/16/2024	12/16/2024
Aswan Aswan 12/17/2024 After breakfast, receive a warm welcome at a Nubian village, where you visit the elementary school and are invited into a local home to get a glimpse of day-to-day life. Then, visit Philae Temple—the small elegant Temple of Isis, rescued from the rising waters of Lake Nasser that submerged Philae Island. This temple is one of the Nubian monuments that comprise a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Have lunch onboard as you enjoy scenic cruising along the Nile. Disembark later to explore Kom Ombo. Here, enjoy a guided tour of the unusual double temple dedicated to the sky god Haroeris and the crocodile god Sobek, a protective deity thought to have created the world. (B,L,D),	12/17/2024	12/17/2024
Kom Ombo Kom Ombo 12/17/2024 After breakfast, receive a warm welcome at a Nubian village, where you visit the elementary school and are invited into a local home to get a glimpse of day-to-day life. Then, visit Philae Temple—the small elegant Temple of Isis, rescued from the rising waters of Lake Nasser that submerged Philae Island. This temple is one of the Nubian monuments that comprise a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Have lunch onboard as you enjoy scenic cruising along the Nile. Disembark later to explore Kom Ombo. Here, enjoy a guided tour of the unusual double temple dedicated to the sky god Haroeris and the crocodile god Sobek, a protective deity thought to have created the world. (B,L,D),	12/17/2024	12/17/2024
Edfu Edfu 12/18/2024 This morning, ride in a horse-drawn calèche, or carriage, to the Temple of Horus. Dedicated to the falcon-headed god of light, it was built in Edfu during the Ptolemaic Dynasty. This is another of Egypt's best-preserved temples, fronted by a massive wall whose entrance is flanked by two falcon statues. Or, you can choose to visit Edfu market with our resident chef and hear him explain this evening's planned tasting menu. Enjoy more Nile cruising today, marveling at the lush green riverbanks backed by hills of desert sands. (B,L,D),	12/18/2024	12/18/2024
Luxor	12/18/2024	12/18/2024
Luxor Luxor 12/19/2024 Early this morning, disembark in Luxor and head for the airport for your flight back to Cairo. Check into the first-class Cairo Citystars hotel (or similar) for one night and enjoy a buffet-style lunch, followed by free time, or take an optional tour to the Coptic Quarter and Jewish Synagogue. Return to your hotel and later enjoy dinner and an evening at leisure. (B,L,D),	12/19/2024	12/19/2024
Cruise Ends (Debarkation) Cruise Ends (Debarkation) 12/19/2024 Early this morning, disembark in Luxor and head for the airport for your flight back to Cairo. Check into the first-class Cairo Citystars hotel (or similar) for one night and enjoy a buffet-style lunch, followed by free time, or take an optional tour to the Coptic Quarter and Jewish Synagogue. Return to your hotel and later enjoy dinner and an evening at leisure. (B,L,D),	12/19/2024	12/19/2024
Air Travel Air Travel 12/19/2024 Early this morning, disembark in Luxor and head for the airport for your flight back to Cairo. Check into the first-class Cairo Citystars hotel (or similar) for one night and enjoy a buffet-style lunch, followed by free time, or take an optional tour to the Coptic Quarter and Jewish Synagogue. Return to your hotel and later enjoy dinner and an evening at leisure. (B,L,D),	12/19/2024	12/19/2024
Cairo Cairo 12/19/2024 Early this morning, disembark in Luxor and head for the airport for your flight back to Cairo. Check into the first-class Cairo Citystars hotel (or similar) for one night and enjoy a buffet-style lunch, followed by free time, or take an optional tour to the Coptic Quarter and Jewish Synagogue. Return to your hotel and later enjoy dinner and an evening at leisure. (B,L,D),	12/19/2024	12/19/2024
Cairo Cairo 12/20/2024 After breakfast, proceed to the airport for your return flight. Or, extend your journey for four nights in Jordan to see the "lost city" of Petra. (B),	12/20/2024	12/20/2024

The Viking-operated MS Antares is a classic ship, your floating oasis as you immerse yourself in ancient Egypt. Specifically built to navigate the Nile, she is a spacious, state-of-the-art vessel with a refined, understated ambiance. Her spa facilities, Sun Deck, pool and revitalizing amenities provide a serene haven from which to explore this culturally rich destination. Accommodating just 62 guests, MS Antares offers the ultimate in comfort and relaxation.

Ship Statistics

Built Year: 2007
Ship Length: 236 ft (71.9 m)
Passangers: 62
Number of Crew: 75
Passenger Capacity: 62
Number of Suites: 3
Dining / Restaurants: 1

Pool: Yes
Spa: Yes
Bars / Lounges: 2
Fitness Center: Yes
Laundry: Yes
Elevators: Yes

Suite

Explorer Suite (ES) Call for pricing

Category: ES
Upper Deck

Stateroom size: 829 sq ft. Features: River-view suite with spacious, separate sitting room & floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door, known as a French balcony offering views from both, port and starboard sides, Hotel-style bed (with optional twin-bed configuration); luxury linens & pillows, Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary), 55" flat-screen LCD TV featuring CNN, CBC, MBC2, BEIN Sport & individual DVD and CD player, 220 volt outlets, Telephone, safe, refrigerator, hair dryer & individual climate control, Private bathroom with jet shower and jetted bathtub, Premium Freyja® toiletries; plush robes & slippers available upon request, Bottled water replenished daily, Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping, Roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers.

Veranda Suite (AA) Call for pricing

Category: AA
Middle Deck

Stateroom size: 592 sq. ft. Features: River-view suite with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door, known as a French balcony off the spacious, separate sitting room & full-size veranda in the sleeping quarters, Hotel-style bed (with optional twin-bed configuration); luxury linens & pillows, Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary), 55" flat-screen LCD TV featuring CNN, CBC, MBC2, BEIN Sport & individual DVD and CD player, 220 volt outlets, Telephone, safe, refrigerator, hair dryer & individual climate control, Private bathroom with jet shower and jetted bathtub, Premium Freyja® toiletries; plush robes & slippers available upon request, Bottled water replenished daily, Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping, Roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers.

Balcony

French Balcony (D) Call for pricing

Category: D
Upper Deck
Middle Deck
Main Deck

Stateroom size: 290 sq. ft. Features: River-view stateroom with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door to create a French balcony, Hotel-style bed (with optional twin-bed configuration); luxury linens & pillows, Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary), 55" flat-screen LCD TV featuring CNN, CBC, MBC2, BEIN Sport & individual DVD and CD player, 220-volt outlets Telephone, safe, refrigerator, hair dryer & individual climate control, Private bathroom with jet shower and jetted bathtub Premium Freyja® toiletries; plush robes & slippers available upon request, Bottled water replenished daily, Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping, Roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers.

Deluxe Balcony French (C) Call for pricing

Category: C
Main Deck

Stateroom size: 430 sq. ft. Features: River-view stateroom with with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door to create a French balcony, Hotel-style bed (with optional twin-bed configuration); luxury linens & pillows, Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary), 55" flat-screen LCD TV featuring CNN, CBC, MBC2, BEIN Sport & individual DVD and CD player, 220 volt outlets Telephone, safe, refrigerator, hair dryer & individual climate control, Private bathroom with jet shower and jetted bathtub Premium Freyja® toiletries; plush robes & slippers available upon request, Bottled water replenished daily, Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping, Roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers.

Deluxe Balcony French (B) Call for pricing

Category: B
Middle Deck

Deluxe Balcony French (A) Call for pricing

Category: A
Upper Deck

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