MS Antares
The Viking-operated MS Antares is a classic ship, your floating oasis as you immerse yourself in ancient Egypt. Specifically built to navigate the Nile, she is a spacious, state-of-the-art vessel with a refined, understated ambiance. Her spa facilities, Sun Deck, pool and revitalizing amenities provide a serene haven from which to explore this culturally rich destination. Accommodating just 62 guests, MS Antares offers the ultimate in comfort and relaxation.
Accomodation Types
Classic ship with elegant decor for just 62 guests
Extensive stateroom choices varying from 290 to 829 sq ft
All staterooms feature a French balcony, flat-panel TV and private bathrooms with bathtub and jet shower
All staterooms have hotel-style beds with optional twin-bed configuration
Select staterooms are able to be connected to each other
Explorer Suite
Stateroom size: 829 sq ft
- River-view suite with spacious, separate sitting room & French balcony (floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door) with views from port and starboard sides
- Queen-size Viking Explorer Bed (optional twin-bed configuration) with luxury linens & pillows
- Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
- 55" flat-screen LCD TV featuring CNN, CBC, MBC2, beIN Sports
- 220 volt outlets
- Private bathroom with jet shower, jetted bathtub & hair dryer
- Premium Freyja® toiletries
- Plush robes & slippers (upon request)
- Telephone, safe, refrigerator
- Individual climate control
- Bottled water replenished daily
- Welcome bottle of sparkling wine; mini-bar with wine, beer & soft drinks (replenished daily); daily fruit plate
- Luxury wool blanket
- Personal coffee machine with premium coffee & tea selections
- Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping
- Complimentary laundry & shoe shine services
- Silver Spirits beverage package included
- Private arrival/departure transfer in destination
- Roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers
- Complimentary Viking Air Plus
Veranda Suite
Stateroom size: 592 sq ft (includes private veranda)
- River-view suite with French balcony (floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door) off spacious, separate sitting room & full-size veranda in sleeping quarters
- Queen-size Viking Explorer Bed (optional twin-bed configuration) with luxury linens & pillows
- Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
- 55" flat-screen LCD TV featuring CNN, CBC, MBC2, beIN Sports
- 220 volt outlets
- Private bathroom with jet shower, jetted bathtub & hair dryer
- Premium Freyja® toiletries
- Plush robes & slippers (upon request)
- Telephone, safe, refrigerator
- Individual climate control
- Bottled water replenished daily
- Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping
- Roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers
Deluxe French Balcony
Stateroom size: 430 sq ft
- River-view stateroom with French balcony (floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door)
- Queen-size Viking Explorer Bed (optional twin-bed configuration) with luxury linens & pillows
- Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
- 55" flat-screen LCD TV featuring CNN, CBC, MBC2, beIN Sports
- 220 volt outlets
- Private bathroom with jet shower, jetted bathtub & hair dryer
- Plush robes & slippers (upon request)
- Telephone, safe, refrigerator
- Individual climate control
- Bottled water replenished daily
- Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping
- Roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers
French Balcony
Stateroom size: 290 sq ft
- River-view stateroom with French balcony (floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door)
- Queen-size Viking Explorer Bed (optional twin-bed configuration) with luxury linens & pillows
- Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
- 55" flat-screen LCD TV featuring CNN, CBC, MBC2, beIN Sports
- 220 volt outlets
- Private bathroom with jet shower, jetted bathtub & hair dryer
- Premium Freyja® toiletries
- Plush robes & slippers (upon request)
- Telephone, safe, refrigerator
- Individual climate control
- Bottled water replenished daily
- Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping
- Roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers
Deck Plans
Classic ship with elegant decor for just 62 guests
Extensive stateroom choices varying from 290 to 829 sq ft
All staterooms feature a French balcony, flat-panel TV and private bathrooms with bathtub and jet shower
All staterooms have hotel-style beds with optional twin-bed configuration
Select staterooms are able to be connected to each other
Sun Deck
- Sun Deck
- Pool
- Sun Loungers
Upper Deck
- Fitness Center & Spa
- Explorer Suite
- Deluxe French Balcony Staterooms
- French Balcony Staterooms
- Elevator
Middle Deck
- Library
- Shop
- Elevator
- Veranda Suites
- Deluxe French Balcony Staterooms
- French Balcony Staterooms
Main Deck
- Lounge
- Bar
- Guest Services
- Elevator
- French Balcony Staterooms
- Deluxe French Balcony Staterooms
Lower Deck
- Restaurant
- Kitchen
Dining
It’s been said that the best way to know a culture is through its food and wine. Both engage your senses and provide a window into the traditions and essence of a land. Viking's trained chefs are passionate about food and committed to providing a complete culinary experience. The ships’ dining areas are hospitable and inviting; the service is friendly, attentive and personalised. Menu selections include regional dishes and contemporary cuisine to offer a variety of flavours designed to suit any palate.You have choices for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Not just in food selection, but also in where and how you enjoy them. Greet the morning with a croissant and cappuccino on deck, or begin your day with a sumptuous buffet breakfast. Have a casual lunch or dinner al fresco, or join friends in the restaurant. Open seating allows you to mingle with the same guests every evening or meet someone new each day.
The Restaurant
Experience complimentary · Cuisine regional
Continue your exploration of Egypt through regional cuisine prepared by your Viking Chef. The restaurant atmosphere is casual yet elegant, with high-quality table linens, china, cutlery and glassware at every meal.
Entertainment
There is a Lounge with floor-to-ceiling windows, library and a bar
Lounge
The lounge and bar is lively and inviting - a gathering place for guests to view the scenery, have a drink and catch up on the day with friends.
Library
There is a library on board.
Shop
There is a small shop on board, for all your essentials and Viking products.
Enrichment
Health & Fitness
Pool
On the top deck there is a pool.
Spa & Gym
Fully staffed luxurious Spa with massage services, steam & sauna.
Health club with exercise equipment.
Kids & Teens
Due to the nature of Viking cruises, they do not maintain specific facilities or services for children aboard cruise vessels. In the circumstances you and all members of your party must be aged 18 or over on or before the day you are scheduled to embark on the cruise vessel.
Useful Information
- River Cruise Ship
- Mini Size
- Classic Style
- Launched in 2019
- Currency EUR
- 62 Passangers
- 5 Decks
- 31 Cabins
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