Pharaohs & Pyramids
This 12-day cruise from Cairo to Cairo (roundtrip) uncovers ancient secrets and reveals the welcoming culture of Egypt along the picturesque Nile, with visits to historic cities, awe-inspiring pyramids and well-preserved temples.
Named after the ancient Egyptian god of the sun, the Viking Ra is a state-of-the-art vessel—owned and operated by Viking—specifically built to cruise the Nile. Designed in the clean, elegant Scandinavian aesthetic for which Viking is known, she offers the ultimate in comfort.
- Only 52 guests
- Crew: 55
- Length: 245 feet
- Refurbished: 2017
Interactive Deck Plan
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Ship Features
- All-suite state-of-the art ship for just 52 guests
- Veranda Suites are 291 sq ft, feature two rooms with a veranda off the living room and a French balcony in the bedroom
- All suites have hotel-style beds with optional twin-bed configuration
- Sun Deck with 360-degree views and shaded sitting areas
- Pool and two Jacuzzis
- Lounge & Bar with floor-to-ceiling glass doors
- Restaurant with floor-to-ceiling windows for panoramic views
- 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
Stateroom Features
Our purpose-built ships offer a wide variety of staterooms for your selection. From Veranda Staterooms to the abundance of extra perks and amenities in our spacious Explorer Suites, there is no finer way to travel. And whichever stateroom you choose, you will find it beautifully designed in the understated elegance for which Viking is known.
Veranda Suite (AA, AB)
- Stateroom size: 291 sq ft (includes private veranda)
- River-view suite featuring two rooms, floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors opening to a full-size veranda off the living room, and French balcony in the bedroom
- 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
- Private bathroom shower, hair dryer
- Premium Freyja® toiletries
- Plush robes & slippers
- Telephone, safe, refrigerator
- Individual climate control
- Bottled water replenished daily
- Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping
- Roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers
Suite (AC)
- Stateroom size: 291 sq ft
- River-view suite featuring two rooms, each with large 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
- Additional flat-screen TV in sitting area
- 110/220 volt outlets
- Private bathroom shower, 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
- Roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers
Itineraries This Ship Sails
12
days
11
tours
1
country
$8,399
from
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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.
Ship Videos
The World of Viking
Immerse yourself in intriguing cultures and awaken your senses. Discover new horizons as you spend more time in port, giving you more opportunities to explore. This is the World of Viking.
The Viking Experience
Journey through the world’s most exciting river destinations on one of our elegant, award-winning ships. Learn more about the culturally immersive experiences that await you at every bend. (2018)
