Viking has announced that its two newest Nile River ships, the Viking Ptah and the Viking Sekhmet, have been successfully “floated out.” The float out signifies a major construction milestone, indicating that the ships have touched water for the first time.
The Viking Ptah and the Viking Sekhmet Set debut in September and November 2026, respectively. The vessels join Viking’s growing fleet of state-of-the-art ships in Egypt and will sail popular the company’s popular 12-day Pharaohs & Pyramids itinerary.
Torstein Hagen is the Chairman and CEO of Viking
Torstein Hagen, Chairman and CEO of Viking stated “Egypt is truly a phenomenal destination, distinguished by its remarkable history, enduring culture and the singular power of the Nile.”
“With the float out of our two newest ships, we look forward to further expanding our elegant fleet on the Nile and welcoming more curious travelers to experience this extraordinary region in the years to come.”
The Viking Ptah and the Viking Sekhmet
The float out ceremonies for the Viking Ptah and the Viking Sekhmet took place at Massara shipyard in Cairo. The float out marks each ship’s transition into the last stage of construction.
Following the float out, the vessels will be moved to a nearby outfitting dock for final construction and interior build-out.
Viking’s Growing Egypt Fleet
The Viking Ptah and Viking Sekhmet are state-of-the-art ships and join sister ships in Viking’s Egypt fleet, which includes the Viking Osiris, the Viking Aton, the Viking Sobek, the Viking Hathor, the Viking Amun and the Viking Thoth.
Each of these spectacular vessels host 82 guests in 41 staterooms. All of Viking’s dazzling ships feature aspects familiar to Viking guests, such as a space-saving square bow and indoor/outdoor Aquavit Terrace, plus the company’s signature refined Scandinavian design.
Viking’s state of the art fleet represents the most modern sister ships sailing the Nile River.
Viking’s Pharaohs & Pyramids Itinerary
Viking guests begin their 12-day, Pharaohs & Pyramids itinerary with a three-night stay at a first-class hotel in Cairo. In the city guests visit iconic sites such as the Mosque of Muhammad Ali or the Grand Egyptian Museum, the Great Pyramids of Giza, and the necropolis of Sakkara.
Guests then fly on to Luxor, accompanied by a Viking Egyptologist. Guests kick off an eight-day roundtrip voyage on the magnificent Nile River, with visits to the Temples of Luxor and Karnak.
The spectacular sailing features a visit to the tomb of Tutankhamen in the Valley of the Kings as well as excursions to the Dendera Temple complex in Qena, the Temple of Khnum in Esna, the temples at Abu Simbel, and the High Dam in Aswan.
Guests also have the opportunity to visit a vibrant Nubian village, where they can experience a traditional elementary school.
This stunning journey concludes with a flight back to Cairo for one final memorable night in the ancient city!
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