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 writing and learning, the Viking Thoth 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 82 guests
- Crew: 48
- Length: 236 feet
- Year built: 2025
Interactive Deck Plan
Hover and click on the deck plan to explore the ship. See a PDF version of the deck plan.
Viking Egypt Ship 360° Tour
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.
Take A TourShip 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
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.
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)
- View the Explorer Suite (ES) in our 360° Tour
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
- View the Veranda Suite (AA) in our 360° Tour
Veranda Stateroom (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
- View the Veranda Stateroom (A) in our 360° Tour
Standard Stateroom (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
- View the Standard Stateroom (B) in our 360° Tour
Itineraries This Ship Sails
12
days
11
tours
1
country
£5,495
from
- OF
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
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