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MS Omar El Khayam

MS Omar El Khayam was refurbished in 2011 to carry 160 guests on Lake Nasser in spacious suites and staterooms. Featured amenities include a pool, jacuzzi, gym and sauna with massage services.

    • 351

    • Length
    • 2008

    • Built Year
    • 2011

    • Refurbished Year
    • 88

    • Crew
    • 160

    • Pax Capacity
    • 12

    • Suites

Sailings

Ship Information


  • Maiden Voyage: 2008
  • Refurbished Year: 2008
  • Length: 351
  • Passenger Capacity: 160
  • Normal Crew Size: 88
  • Staterooms: 80
  • Suites: 12

Dining

Chefs create a variety of tasty offerings for you, with freshly prepared seasonal local vegetables, European specialties adapted for American tastes, and homemade soups prepared daily.

Age Restrictions

Due to the nature of the cruise itineraries, Viking River Cruises does not maintain facilities or services for children aboard river cruise vessels. On all cruises and cruise journeys, minors under the age of 18 must be accompanied and share a cabin with a parent, legal guardian or other responsible adult over the age of 21. Viking river cruises reserves the right to limit the number of minors under the age of 18 years on board.

Tipping

It is customary to give cruise gratuities, subject to your satisfaction of services rendered. Gratuities on board and on land are not included in your tour price.

Cabins

Category B
Square Footage: 258

Category B

All Veranda staterooms are outside with river view and have a private bathroom with bathtub, flat-panel television, telephone, refrigerator, hair dryer, safe & air conditioning. Voltage: 220V. Located on Upper and Middle Deck.




Category A
Square Footage: 258

Category A

All Veranda staterooms are outside with river view and have a private bathroom with bathtub, flat-panel television, telephone, refrigerator, hair dryer, safe & air conditioning. Voltage: 220V. Located on Observation Deck




Category AA
Square Footage: 388

Category AA

All Suites are outside with river view and have a private bathroom with bathtub, flat-panel television, telephone, refrigerator, hair dryer, safe & air conditioning. Voltage: 220V. Located on Middle and Main Deck.




Life on Board

Recreation

Restaurant

The restaurant seats all guests at tables which vary in size, accommodating 6, 8 or 10 guests per table. The dining room is open seating, so you are free to sit where you like, a great way to make new friends. The atmosphere is casual but elegant, with high-quality table linens, china, cutlery and glassware. Located on the Main Deck.

Recreation

Boutique

Forget to bring something? Looking for a magazine or some gift items? The onboard boutique has everything you need to make your voyage comfortable and convenient. Located on the Main Deck.

Recreation

Library

The library has comfortable seating and excellent reading light. Carries approximately 80 books, in various languages but mostly English, and several games such as chess, backgammon and playing cards. Located on the Lower Deck.

Recreation

Lounge Bar

The lounge is a comfortable and attractive place to meet friends before and after meals. It boasts a large sitting area with chairs, small tables, sofas and a bar area with barstools. Located on the Upper Deck.

Recreation

Lower Deck Lounge

The lounge is a comfortable place to relax before and after onshore excursions. Located on the Lower Deck.

Recreation

Observation Lounge

The Observation Lounge is a comfortable and attractive place to meet friends before and after meals. It boasts a large sitting area with chairs, small tables, sofas and a bar area with barstools. Located on the Observation Deck.

Recreation

Gym

Wake up to an invigorating workout or relax after a day of sightseeing in the gym. Our onboard fitness area is for passengers to enjoy. Located on the Lower Deck.

Recreation

Sauna

Complete relaxation is yours in the onboard sauna. Located on the Lower Deck.


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