Viking Aton is a brand new sister ship to Viking Osiris and Viking Hathor, the most upscale ships in Egypt. Specifically built to navigate the Nile, she is a state-of-the-art vessel—designed in the clean, elegant Scandinavian aesthetic for which Viking is known. Accommodating just 82 guests, she offers the ultimate in comfort.

The launch of the Viking Akon is exciting to those clients who are looking for a top notch Nile River cruise experience

Ship Facts

Only 82 guests
Crew: 48
Length: 236 feet
Year built: 2023

Specifically built to navigate the Nile River, The Viking Aton has 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, this ship is one of the most sophisticated river ships sailing the region.

Ship 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

The Aton Offers a Pool

And Spacious Public Areas

Including Areas to Relax

And Places to Dine

As Well as Comfortable and Simple but Elegantly Designed Staterooms

And Suites

Interested in learning more about Viking River cruises including those to the Nile? Please reach out to us.

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