Viking Takes Delivery of Amun, Its Newest Nile River Ship
The new ship underscores Viking’s confidence in Egypt as demand surges and capacity tightens.
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Viking has officially taken delivery of the Viking Amun, the company’s newest purpose-built ship on the Nile. The vessel, constructed at Cairo’s Massara Shipyard, becomes the fifth in a line of nearly identical ships, joining Osiris, Aton, Sobek, and Hathor. With just 82 guests across 41 staterooms, the Amun carries Viking’s hallmark Scandinavian aesthetic, along with practical design elements like a square bow for shallow navigation and the Aquavit Terrace, a popular hybrid indoor-outdoor lounge.
The debut of the Amun goes beyond adding a bit of extra capacity. Egypt has emerged as one of Viking’s strongest markets, with demand continuing to outpace supply, and the company has made it clear that it intends to own this space. By 2027, Viking will have 12 ships on the Nile—an unprecedented scale for a brand in a destination where operators have traditionally fielded mixed-quality, often aging vessels. Because Viking builds, owns, and operates its Egypt fleet outright, advisors can position the product with confidence, knowing that the consistency clients expect from Viking in Europe carries through to the Nile.
The Amun is an interchangeable sell for those already familiar with Viking’s Pharaohs & Pyramids itinerary, which combines a Nile sailing with stays in Cairo and excursions to iconic sites. Cabins range from 232-square-foot Standard Staterooms to 525-square-foot Explorer Suites that include premium amenities and private transfers. Public areas mirror the rest of the fleet, from a pool and shaded deck space to a glass-walled dining room and a lounge designed for panoramic viewing. The ship also offers Wi-Fi, libraries, and the understated design touches that are part of Viking’s positioning as the line “for the thinking person.”
The delivery of Amun comes on the heels of Viking’s second-quarter financial results. As of mid-August, 96 percent of the company’s 2025 inventory across core products was already sold, with 55 percent of 2026 capacity booked. Net yield rose eight percent year-over-year, and advance bookings are up double digits. In practical terms, the arrival of the Amun strengthens an already reliable option in a market that remains one of the hottest tickets in luxury travel. For advisors whose clients want Egypt but insist on modern design, predictable service, and a brand with staying power, Viking’s growing Nile fleet is becoming the default recommendation.
