Why book MS Antares with Deluxe Cruises?

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What should travelers compare for MS Antares?

Travelers should compare itineraries, accommodation categories and locations, sailing dates, current pricing, inclusions, eligible offers, and advisor support before reserving.

How do I request a personalized quote?

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What is included and not included aboard MS Antares?

For MS Antares: Published Viking River benefits include outside-facing accommodation, one complimentary shore excursion in every port, Wi-Fi, meals, beer, wine and soft drinks with lunch and dinner, specialty coffee, tea and water, port taxes and destination enrichment. Facilities and other services vary by river, ship class, itinerary and booking confirmation.

What bed does MS Antares provide for a child or third guest?

On MS Antares: Viking requires every guest to be at least 18 years old, so no child bed applies. Viking Longships publish a queen Viking Explorer Bed convertible to twins; other river ships vary. A third-adult sleeping surface is not safely verified and is not inferred from a sofa or photograph.

Are shore excursions included on MS Antares, and can Deluxe Cruises help with alternatives?

For MS Antares: One complimentary shore excursion in every port of call is included under Viking's current River program. Optional tours, capacity, local conditions, participant rules and the exact itinerary still control. If a preferred shore experience is not included, Deluxe Cruises can compare independent alternatives and check whether a lower price or better value is available than booking through the cruise line. Availability and savings vary and are confirmed before purchase.

How does Internet and Wi-Fi work aboard MS Antares?

Aboard MS Antares: Wi-Fi is published as included aboard this Viking River ship, subject to local network coverage, device rules and the exact booking. Speed and uninterrupted performance are not guaranteed.

Where can I review cruise travel insurance information?

Visit the Deluxe Cruises Cruise Travel Insurance page to prepare for a quote and compare optional protection with Travel Insured.

MS Antares ship guide

MS Antares Suites, Staterooms, Photos & Deck Plans

Compare every published accommodation category, match exact room numbers to category codes, review the current ship layout, and use Deluxe Cruises for personal room and voyage guidance.

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MS Antares cruise ship — Cruise ship on Nile River near desert

Official ship information

The story behind the ship

Named after Antares who represented the ancient Egyptian scorpion goddess Serket, the MS Antares is a classic Nile River ship that invokes nostalgia for a bygone age. Owned and operated by Viking, she is a spacious, state-of-the-art vessel with a refined, understated ambience.

Guests: 62
Numbered rooms: 31
Guest decks: 5
Length: 236 ft
Crew: 75
Year built: 2018

All accommodation categories

All 4 MS Antares accommodation descriptions and pictures

Published dimensions, configuration details, and amenities can vary by category and sailing. Deluxe Cruises can confirm the category and location offered on your selected departure.

Egypt River Cruise Ships accommodation

Explorer Suite (ES)

River-view suite with spacious, separate sitting room & French balcony (floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door) with views from port and starboard sides

Match room to categoryCategory ES room numbers

Size: Stateroom size: 829 sq ft
View & layout: River-view suite with spacious, separate sitting room & French balcony (floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door) with views from port and starboard sides
Bed: Queen-size Viking Explorer Bed (optional twin-bed configuration) with luxury linens & pillows
Connectivity: Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
Published detail: Flat-screen TV with infotainment system featuring a selection of live TV channels, complimentary Movies On Demand and in-house programming
Published detail: 220 volt outlets
Bathroom: Private bathroom with jet shower, jetted bathtub & hair dryer
Published detail: Premium Freyja® toiletries

More published amenities

Plush robes & slippers
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
Private arrival/departure transfer in destination
Roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers
Complimentary Viking Air Plus (US & CA only)
Silver Spirits beverage package included

Luxury suite with waterfront balcony view

Egypt River Cruise Ships accommodation

Veranda Suite (AA)

River-view suite with French balcony (floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door) off spacious, separate sitting room & full-size veranda in sleeping quarters

Match room to categoryCategory AA room numbers

Size: Stateroom size: 592 sq ft (includes private veranda)
View & layout: River-view suite with French balcony (floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door) off spacious, separate sitting room & full-size veranda in sleeping quarters
Bed: Queen-size Viking Explorer Bed (optional twin-bed configuration) with luxury linens & pillows
Connectivity: Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
Published detail: Flat-screen TV with infotainment system featuring a selection of live TV channels, complimentary Movies On Demand and in-house programming
Published detail: 220 volt outlets
Bathroom: Private bathroom with jet shower, jetted bathtub & hair dryer
Published detail: Premium Freyja® toiletries

More published amenities

Plush robes & slippers
Telephone, safe, refrigerator
Individual climate control
Bottled water replenished daily
Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping
Roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers

Luxury riverside suite with scenic views

Egypt River Cruise Ships accommodation

Deluxe French Balcony (A,B,C)

River-view stateroom with French balcony (floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door)

Match room to categoryCategory A room numbers Category B room numbers Category C room numbers

Size: Stateroom size: 430 sq ft
View & layout: River-view stateroom with French balcony (floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door)
Bed: Queen-size Viking Explorer Bed (optional twin-bed configuration) with luxury linens & pillows
Connectivity: Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
Published detail: Flat-screen TV with infotainment system featuring a selection of live TV channels, complimentary Movies On Demand and in-house programming
Published detail: 220 volt outlets
Bathroom: Private bathroom with jet shower, jetted bathtub & hair dryer
Published detail: Plush robes & slippers (upon request)

More published amenities

Telephone, safe, refrigerator
Individual climate control
Bottled water replenished daily
Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping
Roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers

Luxury riverside hotel room with twin beds

Egypt River Cruise Ships accommodation

French Balcony (D)

River-view stateroom with French balcony (floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door)

Match room to categoryCategory D room numbers

Size: Stateroom size: 290 sq ft
View & layout: River-view stateroom with French balcony (floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door)
Bed: Queen-size Viking Explorer Bed (optional twin-bed configuration) with luxury linens & pillows
Connectivity: Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
Published detail: Flat-screen TV with infotainment system featuring a selection of live TV channels, complimentary Movies On Demand and in-house programming
Published detail: 220 volt outlets
Bathroom: Private bathroom with jet shower, jetted bathtub & hair dryer
Published detail: Premium Freyja® toiletries

More published amenities

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

Room number directory

Which MS Antares room numbers are in each category?

Match the category code offered on your quote with the exact room numbers printed on the current deck diagrams. The 6 category-code lists below cover 31 numbered rooms across this ship layout.

Category ES

Explorer Suite

Upper Deck: Rooms 300

1 room shown on the current deck diagrams.

View the Explorer Suite description

Category AA

Veranda Suite

Middle Deck: Rooms 203–204

2 rooms shown on the current deck diagrams.

View the Veranda Suite description

Category A

Deluxe French Balcony

Upper Deck: Rooms 301–310

10 rooms shown on the current deck diagrams.

View the Deluxe French Balcony description

Category B

Deluxe French Balcony

Middle Deck: Rooms 205–214

10 rooms shown on the current deck diagrams.

View the Deluxe French Balcony description

Category C

Deluxe French Balcony

Main Deck: Rooms 105–106

2 rooms shown on the current deck diagrams.

View the Deluxe French Balcony description

Category D

French Balcony

Main Deck: Rooms 103–104
Middle Deck: Rooms 201–202
Upper Deck: Rooms 311–312

6 rooms shown on the current deck diagrams.

View the French Balcony description

Deck diagrams were checked against the official Viking ship information on August 21, 2026. Ship layouts, room use, accessibility assignments, and category inventory can change; Deluxe Cruises will reconfirm the exact room and category for your sailing before reservation.

Complete ship layout

All current MS Antares deck plans

Select any local diagram to open the full-size plan without leaving DeluxeCruises.com. Deck arrangements and room assignments should be reconfirmed for the selected sailing.