Viking Takes Delivery of New Nile Cruise Ship

Viking took delivery of the Viking Sekhmet, its newest Nile River cruise ship, during a handover ceremony at the Massara shipyard in Cairo. The vessel is designed specifically for Nile River navigation and accommodates 82 guests across 41 outside staterooms.

The ship joins the Viking Ptah and six other vessels in the company's fleet. It will operate the 12-day Pharaohs & Pyramids itinerary and is slated for the new Total Eclipse on the Nile itinerary beginning in 2027.

Leah Talactac, President and CEO of Viking, stated that the arrival of the vessel allows the company to offer more opportunities for travelers to explore Egypt in comfort.