Viking Launches New 19-Day Grand Nile Journey for 2028
Viking has opened bookings for its new 19-day Grand Nile Journey itinerary, with departures starting in 2028.
The program is Viking's most comprehensive Egypt exploration to date.
Journey Highlights
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Includes 4 hotel nights in Cairo.
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Features a 14-night Nile River cruise between Cairo and Aswan aboard the Viking Ra.
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Offers 17 guided tours across Egypt.
Key Attractions
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Visits to iconic sites such as:
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Great Pyramids of Giza
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Great Sphinx
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Grand Egyptian Museum
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Luxor and Karnak Temples
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Valley of the Kings
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Abu Simbel
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Philae Temple
Exclusive Middle Egypt Experiences
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Guests will explore lesser-visited sites including:
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Meidum Pyramid
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Beni Hasan Tombs
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Tell el-Amarna
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Deir el-Muharraq Monastery
Optional Extensions
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Pre- and post-cruise extensions available in:
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Cairo
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Morocco
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Jordan (Dead Sea, Petra & Amman)
About Viking Ra
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Purpose-built for Nile cruises.
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Accommodates 52 guests in 26 suites.
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Features Viking's signature Scandinavian design.
Growing Presence in Egypt
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The new itinerary complements Viking's existing:
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Pharaohs & Pyramids cruise
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Total Eclipse on the Nile voyage (2027)
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Viking now operates 10 ships in Egypt and expects to add two more vessels in 2028.
Booking Offer
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U.S. travelers can access special fares, reduced airfare, and a $25 deposit offer through 31 October 2026.
Key Takeaway
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The Grand Nile Journey expands Viking's Egypt portfolio with a 19-day immersive itinerary that combines major historical landmarks, lesser-known archaeological sites, and extended Nile cruising, offering travelers a deeper exploration of Egypt's history, culture, and heritage.
