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Nile River Cruiser
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Maasara Shipyard (Cairo, Egypt)
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Viking Aton

See the wonders of ancient and contemporary Egypt. Visit the Valley of the Queens with Queen Nefertari’s tomb, the Sphinx, and the Great Pyramids of Giza. Explore magnificent drives and fantastic tours. Experience many special moments on a Viking Aton cruise in Egypt. The ship became a part of the Viking River Cruises' Egypt fleet in 2023. Built to sail along the Nile River specifically, Viking Aton is named after an ancient Egyptian sun god, offering you to witness the highlights of the Nile River, while benefiting from inclusive fares, elegant staterooms with beautiful river views, and delicious cuisine.

 Explore significant archaeological sites in Egypt on a Viking Aton cruise.

Shore Excursions

A roundtrip Viking Aton cruise on the Nile River lets you spend a total of 12 days exploring the sandy deserts of Cairo, Luxor, and more, stopping for 11 complimentary tours, and immersing yourself into the enigmatic power of Pharaohs and Pyramids. Each excursion is led by a local English-speaking guide who can fill you in on the fascinating history of each location. There are also optional for-fee excursions that take you a bit deeper. Onboard enrichment awaits when you return to your cruise ship, ready to tie into your time onshore.

Dining Room

Dining aboard Viking Aton is the great chance to try regionally-inspired cuisine. While breakfast and lunch consist of more traditional offerings, multicourse dinners showcase local tastes and flavors. An always-available menu ensures you never go hungry if you’re not into the regional choices. All lunches and dinners are served with complimentary house wines, sodas, and beers.

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Ship Highlights

Inclusive Value

Viking Aton is an affordable way to sail the Nile River without sacrificing quality for quantity! Viking’s inclusive fares make it easy for you to enjoy your cruise without having to worry about paying for extras normally not included on other cruises. Here’s what’s included:

 The beautiful Sun Deck, perfect for al fresco dining aboard Viking Aton.
  • One complimentary shore excursion per port of call;
  • Free Wi-Fi;
  • UNESCO Site visits;
  • Enrichment lectures;
  • Destination performances;
  • Beer, wine, and soft drinks with onboard lunch and dinner;
  • 24-hour specialty coffees, teas, and bottled water;
  • Port taxes and fees;
  • Ground transfers with Viking Air purchase.

All accommodations onboard Viking Aton are river view suites or staterooms (with a half-window or a veranda), offering a breathtaking view of the Nile at all times. Each room features hotel-style beds, a private bathroom with a shower and heated floors, a flat-screen TV with infotainment system, and more.

Ship Amenities

A unique feature of Viking Aton river cruise is the Pool Deck. It features a swimming pool and comfortable lounges to relax. There is also a bar and lounge with panoramic views and the Aquavit Terrace, perfect for al fresco dining.

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Accommodations

Viking Aton Staterooms

Stateroom Guide at a Glance

Every type of stateroom on Viking Aton, with its booking categories, size and where it is on the ship. Select a deck number to open that deck plan.

Stateroom types on Viking Aton
Stateroom type Categories Approx. size Where on the ship
Explorer Suite ES 525 sq. ft. including balcony Forward, deck 3
Veranda Suite AA 409 sq. ft. including balcony Forward and mid-ship, deck 3
Veranda Stateroom A 239 sq. ft. including balcony Forward, mid-ship and aft, deck 2
Standard Stateroom B 232 sq. ft. Forward and mid-ship, deck 1

Sizes are approximate, and some staterooms in a category differ in size or layout.

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All Viking Aton staterooms and suites include:
  • River views.
  • 110/220 volt outlets and USB ports.
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi.
  • Bottled water replenished daily.
  • Flat-screen TV with infotainment system.
  • Hotel-style bed with optional twin-bed configuration.
  • Luxury linens and pillows.
  • Individual climate control.
  • Refrigerator.
  • Security safe.
  • Hair dryer.
  • Private bathroom with a shower.
  • Heated bathroom floors and an anti-fog mirror.
  • Premium Freyja® toiletries.
  • Plush robes and slippers.
  • Stateroom steward and twice-daily housekeeping.

Suite

If you’re a traveler who wants the best of the best, then booking a Suite aboard Viking Aton is the way to go. From the most living and storage space to extra perks, larger bathrooms, and faster, more personalized service, Suites have everything you need for an unforgettable experience. They are an especially great value during longer cruises when you can enjoy the space and amenities for longer, including:

  • Additional flat-screen TV;
  • Binoculars and more.

Explorer Suite

Category Approx. size Location
ES 525 sq. ft. Upper (Deck 3) (forward)

Sizes include the balcony.

Enhance your Nile river cruise even further by booking an Explorer Suite aboard Viking Aton. Only two are available for booking. These are the largest suites, measuring 525 sq. ft. Features include:

  • Full-size veranda with a floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door;
  • Queen-size Viking Explorer Bed (can convert to twins) with luxury linens and pillows;
  • Two flat-screen TVs with infotainment system;
  • Spacious private bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a tub, a double-sink vanity, heated floors, an anti-fog mirror, and a hair dryer;
  • Plush robes and slippers;
  • Welcome bottle of sparkling wine;
  • Mini-bar with wine, beer, and soft drinks (replenished daily);
  • Daily fruit plate;
  • Binoculars;
  • Luxury wool blanket;
  • Personal coffee machine with premium coffee and tea selections;
  • Private arrival/departure transfer in destination;
  • Complimentary laundry and shoe shine services;
  • Complimentary in-room breakfast service;
  • Complimentary Viking Air Plus (US and CA only), and more.

Veranda Suite

Category Approx. size Location
AA 409 sq. ft. Upper (Deck 3) (forward and mid-ship)

Sizes include the balcony.

Live luxuriously on the river in a spacious Veranda Suite on a Viking Aton cruise. These accommodations feature:

  • Full-sized veranda off the living room;
  • French balcony with a floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door;
  • Queen-size Viking Explorer Bed (can convert to twins) with luxury linens and pillows;
  • Two flat-screen TVs with infotainment system;
  • Spacious private bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, heated floors, an anti-fog mirror, and a hair dryer;
  • Plush robes and slippers;
  • Bottled water replenished daily;
  • Binoculars, and more.

Balcony

Balcony staterooms are more expensive than Oceanviews but provide a much more elevated experience. In some cases (depending on the ship and category) you’ll get extra living and storage space, plus amenities that may not fit in smaller accommodations. Balcony staterooms are perfect for travelers who wish to spend a decent amount of time relaxing in privacy. Balconies bring you closer to the passing scenery and wildlife, providing an up close and personal view.

They also tend to be closer to public areas, which means you won’t need to go far to change or drop something in your room.

Veranda Stateroom

Category Approx. size Location
A 239 sq. ft. Middle (Deck 2) (forward, mid-ship and aft)

Sizes include the balcony.

Veranda Staterooms provide you with everything you need for an enjoyable Viking Aton cruise. These accommodations feature:

  • Full-sized veranda with a floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door;
  • Queen-size Viking Explorer Bed (can convert to twins) with luxury linens and pillows;
  • Flat-screen TV with infotainment system;
  • Private bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, heated floors, an anti-fog mirror, and a hair dryer;
  • Plush robes and slippers (upon request);
  • Bottled water replenished daily;
  • Stateroom steward and twice-daily housekeeping, and more.

Oceanview

For a budget-friendly stateroom that still provides a view of the outside, you might consider booking an Oceanview stateroom. These staterooms are generally similar in size to balcony staterooms.

Standard Stateroom

Category Approx. size Location
B 232 sq. ft. Main (Deck 1) (forward and mid-ship)

Get comfortable in beautiful Standard Stateroom accommodations aboard Viking Aton, offering some great amenities:

  • Half-height picture window;
  • Queen-size Viking Explorer Bed (can convert to twins) with luxury linens and pillows;
  • Flat-screen TV with infotainment system;
  • Private bathroom with accessible shower, heated floors, an anti-fog mirror, and a hair dryer;
  • Plush robes and slippers (upon request);
  • Bottled water replenished daily;
  • Stateroom steward and twice-daily housekeeping, and more.

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Deck Plans

Viking Aton Deck Plans

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Where Main (Deck 1) is on Viking Aton

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Main (Deck 1) deck plan for Viking Aton
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FAQs

Viking Aton FAQs

Quick answers about Viking Aton, from the details on this page.

When was Viking Aton built?

Viking Aton entered service in 2023, built by Maasara Shipyard (Cairo, Egypt).

How many passengers does Viking Aton carry?

Viking Aton carries 82 guests at double occupancy. A crew of 48 looks after them, about one crew member for every 1.7 guests.

How big is Viking Aton?

Viking Aton measures 236 feet long. Its deck plans show 5 passenger decks.

What class of ship is Viking Aton, and what are its sister ships?

Viking Aton is a Nile River Cruiser class ship. Its sister ships in the Viking River Cruises fleet are Viking Ra, Viking Osiris, Viking Hathor, Viking Sobek, Viking Amun, Viking Thoth, Viking Ptah and Viking Sekhmet.

What kinds of staterooms are on Viking Aton?

Viking Aton has 41 staterooms in 4 booking categories, grouped into three types: Suite, Balcony and Oceanview. The Accommodations tab lists every category with its size and the decks it is on.

Which staterooms on Viking Aton have a balcony?

29 staterooms on Viking Aton have a private balcony. Every stateroom in the Suite and Balcony types has one.

How many decks does Viking Aton have?

Viking Aton has 5 passenger decks, numbered 1 to 5. Staterooms are on decks 1 to 3.

What dining times does Viking Aton offer?

Viking Aton offers Open dining in its main dining room.

What kind of electrical outlets are in the staterooms on Viking Aton?

The cruise line lists the stateroom power as 110/220 AC. That includes the 110-volt power used in the United States.

Where is Viking Aton registered?

Viking Aton sails under the flag of Egypt.

Photos provided are not guaranteed to accurately represent the room or space listed, and may be of a similar ship. All stateroom descriptions are subject to change. Some staterooms in the same category may have different furniture arrangements or be a different size than listed. Deck plans are subject to change. Please verify all information directly with the cruise line. We reserve the right to correct errors.