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Viking Sekhmet

Viking Sekhmet is a new Viking River Cruises cruise ship of the Osiris class, due to make her maiden voyage on November 1, 2026. She will carry 82 guests with a crew of 48. She is set to sail Nile itineraries.

Debuts Nov 2026Nile

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About Viking Sekhmet

Viking Sekhmet is an upcoming 82-guest Nile ship of the Osiris class, which Viking builds, owns and operates in Egypt. Sekhmet, its namesake, is an ancient Egyptian goddess of war. Delivered at Massara shipyard in Cairo in late September 2026, it was announced to debut in November 2026; its first listed departure is a Pharaohs & Pyramids trip beginning November 1, 2026, with guests boarding in Luxor a few days into the itinerary. Its announced program includes Pharaohs & Pyramids, which pairs hotel nights in Cairo with an eight-day Nile round trip from Luxor to Aswan and a Total Eclipse on the Nile departure in 2027. The design borrows from Viking's Longships, with a square bow, an indoor-outdoor Aquavit Terrace, a pool on the top deck and 41 staterooms that include two Explorer Suites.

Deck plans

Open on the line's site

Where she will sail

Home port: Luxor, Egypt.

Quick answers

Which cruise line operates Viking Sekhmet?

Viking Sekhmet is being built for Viking River Cruises and belongs to its Osiris class.

When does Viking Sekhmet enter service?

Viking Sekhmet is a new ship for Viking River Cruises. Her maiden voyage is scheduled for November 1, 2026.

How big is Viking Sekhmet?

Viking Sekhmet measures 72 metres in length, with 5 decks.

How many passengers does Viking Sekhmet carry?

Viking Sekhmet will carry 82 guests at double occupancy, with a crew of 48 (about 1.7 guests per crew member).

Where does Viking Sekhmet sail?

Viking Sekhmet is set to sail Nile itineraries. Her home port will be Luxor, Egypt.

Which airport should I fly into for Viking Sekhmet?

Viking Sekhmet sails from Luxor, Egypt. Fly into Luxor International Airport (LXR).

Where can I find the deck plans for Viking Sekhmet?

Viking River Cruises publishes the deck plans for Viking Sekhmet; this page links to Deck plans.

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