Viking Safaris & Tours | Certified Africa Specialists | Africa Travel Agents

Luxury Nile River & Expedition Cruise Specialists

About Viking in Africa

Viking delivers the premier river cruise experience on the historic Nile River. Aboard custom-built Scandinavian vessels like the Viking Osiris and Viking Hathor, guests enjoy spacious veranda suites, destination immersion, certified Egyptologists, and an adults-only luxury environment.

Viking owns and operates its own custom-built luxury river ships on the Nile, maintaining strict 5-star hospitality, fine dining, and seamless Cairo pre/post extensions.

Viking state-of-the-art luxury Nile River ship

Direct Booking vs. Planning with Africa Travel Agents

Why luxury travelers book their Viking journeys through our authorized Signature desk:

Benefit	Booking Direct with Viking	With Africa Travel Agents
Tour Price	Standard Retail Price	Identical Price Guaranteed + Exclusive Perks
Signature VIP Amenities	None	Exclusive Booking Credits, Perks & Gifts
Room & Cabin Upgrades	Standard Availability	Priority VIP Upgrade Requests
International Flights & Pre/Post Tours	Limited to Tour Package	Complete Custom Air & Extension Planning
Dedicated Personal Advisor	Call Center Rotation	One Dedicated Africa Specialist (Direct Phone & Email)
24/7 Ground Assistance & Advocacy	Operator Support Only	Double Layer of Support (Operator + Agency Concierge)

Exclusive Signature Perks with Viking:

Signature exclusive shipboard credits on select sailings.
Complimentary shore excursions led by certified Egyptologists in every port.
Priority stateroom and suite category assignments.
Complimentary onboard Wi-Fi and beer/wine with lunch and dinner.

These exclusive amenities are automatically applied to your booking when finalized through our Signature Travel Network desk.

Featured Viking Africa Itineraries

Explore popular luxury circuits. All itineraries can be customized with private pre- and post-safari extensions:

Pharaohs & Pyramids

12 Days / 11 Nights

Destinations: Cairo, Giza, Luxor, Qena, Esna, Aswan, Edfu, Kom Ombo

Highlights: 4 nights in Cairo luxury hotel, 7-night Nile cruise, private access to Nefertari’s tomb, Pyramids of Giza.

From $5,999 per person Inquire About Dates & Perks

Meet Our Certified Viking Specialists

Work directly with seasoned advisors who have first-hand experience traveling with Viking:

Jessica Pratt

Escorted Touring & River Expedition Specialist

Experienced guided journey specialist with deep knowledge of small-group African expeditions, luxury river cruising, and iconic safari routings.

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Alena Warfield

Africa Destination Specialist

Dedicated safari planner with deep expertise in the Great Wildebeest Migration, Botswana private concessions, and exclusive small-ship Nile River cruising.

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Jeanette Blevins

Southern Africa & Custom Safari Specialist

Avid global traveler with firsthand travel experience throughout South Africa, specializing in custom wine-and-wildlife pairings and private Southern Africa itineraries.

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Curated Safari Insights & Specialist Guide

Navigating the Nile in Luxury: Exploring Ancient Egypt Aboard Viking

Exploring Egypt with Viking is a journey through 5,000 years of civilization wrapped in serene Scandinavian luxury. Viking owns and operates its own fleet on the Nile, guaranteeing superior craftsmanship, gourmet cuisine, and flawless service.

Every Viking Nile journey includes daily shore excursions led by master Egyptologists, granting you privileged access to the Temples of Luxor and Karnak, the Valley of the Kings, and the Pyramids of Giza. Our Signature Travel Network membership provides you with exclusive onboard credits and dedicated planning assistance.

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Verified Client Reviews

"The Viking Osiris is magnificent. Our Egyptologist Salah brought history alive with incredible humor and passion. Africa Travel Agents made the booking process completely seamless."

Lawrence & Brenda H. (Scottsdale, AZ) Viking Pharaohs & Pyramids

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, Viking Nile cruises include luxury hotel accommodations in Cairo, daily guided excursions, all meals onboard, wine and beer with lunch/dinner, internal flights within Egypt, and Wi-Fi.

Viking operates custom-built sister ships including the Viking Osiris, Viking Aton, Viking Hathor, and Viking Sobek, featuring modern Scandinavian design and floor-to-ceiling veranda views.

Every excursion is led by a licensed Master Egyptologist who stays with your small group throughout the voyage, providing deep academic and historical context.

Viking offers extensions to Jordan (Petra and the Dead Sea), Jerusalem, and historic Alexandria to complement your Pharaohs & Pyramids Nile cruise.

You receive exclusive shipboard credits on select sailings, priority cabin category selection, and dedicated personal advisor flight and visa support.

Yes. Viking is an adults-only luxury cruise line; all guests must be 18 years of age or older.

Speak to an Expert Advisor

Ready to customize your journey with Viking? Let our Signature experts secure your preferred dates and apply your VIP benefits.

1 (888) 883-0460 Inquire Online

Why Book With Us?

Authorized Signature Partner
Direct Operator Contacts
Rate Guarantee & Amenities
Comprehensive Flight Support
24/7 Local Concierge Care

Accreditations & Trust

Signature Travel Network Member
ASTA Member Travel Agency
Verified Africa Destination Specialists

Limited Availability

Luxury lodges and specialized permits in Africa routinely book out 10-12 months in advance. Secure your bookings early to guarantee your preferred dates.

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