Viking Osiris
Sailing with just 82 passengers and replete with sophisticated
Scandinavian design elements, Viking Osiris has the look and feel of a
boutique hotel on the Nile. Cozy up with a coffee in the airy two-story
atrium at the heart of the ship—a rarity for river vessels—and watch
lush scenery like date palms and mango groves pass by the
floor-to-ceiling windows. Elsewhere on board are brand-favorite
amenities like the Aquavit Terrace and Sun Deck, where travelers can
grab a quick bite alfresco in the elegant-yet-unfussy atmosphere for
which the line is beloved. Throughout the ship are rare photographs of
George Herbert, Lord Carnarvon—the benefactor of the archaeological dig
that unearthed Tutankhamen’s tomb in the 1920s. The photos show Lord
Carnarvon at work in the Valley of the Kings and evoke a strong sense of
place. Purpose-built for the Nile, Viking Osiris sails to well-known
highlights of the region like the Valley of the Kings, Luxor Temple, and
the city of Aswan, as well as smaller riverside villages like Qena and
Esna. After a long day exploring ancient sites in the Saharan sun,
expect to be greeted by cheerful staff with cool hand towels and
hand-squeezed juice. Once you’re feeling refreshed, head to the ship’s
aft with a cocktail to laze by the plunge pool and watch the sunset or
simply retire to your stateroom’s private veranda to enjoy the sound of
the river gently lapping below. —Jessica Puckett
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