MAIDEN VOYAGE ON WATER
Viking Aton
Viking Cruises has expanded its Egypt fleet with
the eye rest, managing the change between the
a new river vessel built specifically to navigate
bright sunlight and cool interior spaces, all
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the Nile. Inspired by the design of Viking’s
while not losing sight of the incredible views.”
longships, Viking Aton will make its maiden
The 12-day itinerary begins with a three-night
voyage in September 2022 on the group’s
stay in Cairo, before guests fly to Luxor to board
popular Pharaohs & Pyramids itinerary.
Viking Aton for an eight-day roundtrip offering
Accommodating 82 guests across 41 cabins,
ON DECK Route: The Nile Maiden Voyage: September 2022 Owner / Operator: Viking River Cruises Interior Design: Rottet Studio Shipyard: Maasara Shipyard www.vikingcruises.co.uk
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access to sites like the tomb of Tutankhamun.
the vessel is designed by Rottet Studio and
“Egypt remains a top destination for many
blends Viking’s elegant Scandinavian aesthetic
of our guests, who are inspired to discover its
with Egyptian influences. Alongside river-facing
rich history and beauty,” says Torstein Hagen,
staterooms and a series of suites complete with
Chairman of Viking. “We will always maintain
full-size rooms and verandas, there will be a
our commitment to creating meaningful
pool and sun deck with 360-degree views, a
experiences that are focused on the destination.
lounge featuring floor-to-ceiling glass doors
The addition of Viking Aton is a reflection of our
and a terrace for al fresco dining.
continued investment in Egypt; we look forward
Speaking on Viking TV, Richard Riviere of Rottet Studio commented: “The ship was
to introducing the country’s cultural treasures to even more Viking guests in the future.”
designed from scratch to provide an environment
The vessel will join Viking’s existing river
that is not only perfect for exploring Eygpt’s
fleet in Egypt, which includes Viking Osiris, an
greatest river, but also to be a great hotel
identical sister ship set to launch in 2021, and
experience. We wanted to consider how to let
Viking Ra, which debuted on the Nile in 2018.
