Viking® has named its newest river ship, Viking Aton, with a special celebration in Aswan, Egypt. The ship is an identical sister ship of the Viking Osiris and is specifically built to navigate the Nile. It will sail Viking’s popular Pharaohs & Pyramids itinerary.

The Viking Aton has 82 guests in 41 staterooms and features a Scandinavian design. It joins Viking’s growing fleet built specifically for the Nile. The company also offers Pre and Post Extensions that provide Privileged Access to archives and exhibits.

Ten Interesting Facts About Viking Alton:

1. Viking Aton is the newest river ship in Viking’s fleet.
2. It is an identical sister ship of the Viking Osiris.
3. The ship has 82 guests in 41 staterooms.
4. It is specifically built to navigate the Nile.
5. The ship will sail Viking’s popular Pharaohs & Pyramids itinerary.
6. Viking also offers Pre and Post Extensions that provide Privileged Access to archives and exhibits.
7. The Viking Aton was named by Richard Riveire, the godfather of the ship and the designer of Viking’s award-winning river, ocean, and expedition vessels.
8. Viking Aton is the first of four identical sister ships that will be delivered to Viking in the next two years.
9. The Viking Pharaohs & Pyramids itinerary includes visits to the Great Pyramids of Giza, the Valley of the Kings, and the Temples of Luxor and Karnak.
10. The Viking Pre and Post Extensions include Privileged Access to archives and exhibits at the British Museum, the Ashmolean Museum, and Highclere Castle.