September 28, 2026
11-Night Egypt Cruise
Departing from Cairo
From
$8,499
Price / day
$773
MS Antares|Viking Amun
MS Antares vs Viking Amun
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
Viking Amun
$773 / day
$23 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
MS Antares vs Viking Amun: Quick Comparison
Viking Amun also carries 20 more passengers. MS Antares has upcoming sailings in Egypt, while Viking Amun has sailings in Egypt. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Viking Amun has the lower average starting price per day. The sailings shown cover a similar region and trip length, so the price per day figures are reasonably close to like-for-like. Cruise fares vary significantly by itinerary, departure date and cabin availability, so any price difference should be treated as a snapshot rather than a permanent gap.
Ship Comparison
| Spec | MS Antares | Viking Amun |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | — | 2025 |
| Gross Tonnage | — | — |
| Passenger Capacity | 62 | 82 |
| Space per Passenger | — | — |
| Length | 71.93 m | 71.93 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: MS Antares vs Viking Amun
Passenger capacity
Viking Amun carries up to 82 passengers compared with 62 aboard MS Antares, a difference of 20 passengers.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for MS Antares and Viking Amun cover a similar region and trip length.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Viking Amun has the lower average starting price per day at $773 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
MS Antares
Pharaohs & Pyramids
- Departure Port
- Cairo
- Region
- Egypt
- Nights
- 11
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 28, 2026Cairo
- Day 2 · Sep 29, 2026Cairo
- Day 3 · Sep 30, 2026Cairo
- Day 4 · Oct 1, 2026Luxor
- Day 5 · Oct 2, 2026Qena
- Day 6 · Oct 3, 2026Luxor
- Day 7 · Oct 4, 2026Esna
- Day 8 · Oct 5, 2026Aswan
- Day 9 · Oct 6, 2026Aswan
- Day 10 · Oct 7, 2026Kom Ombo
- Day 11 · Oct 8, 2026Edfu
- Day 12 · Oct 9, 2026Luxor
- Day 13 · Oct 10, 2026Luxor
- Day 14 · Oct 11, 2026Cairo
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Viking Amun
Pharaohs & Pyramids
- Departure Port
- Cairo
- Region
- Egypt
- Nights
- 11
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 14, 2026Cairo
- Day 2 · Sep 15, 2026Cairo
- Day 3 · Sep 16, 2026Cairo
- Day 4 · Sep 17, 2026Luxor
- Day 5 · Sep 18, 2026Qena
- Day 6 · Sep 19, 2026Luxor
- Day 7 · Sep 20, 2026Esna
- Day 8 · Sep 21, 2026Aswan
- Day 9 · Sep 22, 2026Aswan
- Day 10 · Sep 23, 2026Kom Ombo
- Day 11 · Sep 24, 2026Edfu
- Day 12 · Sep 25, 2026Luxor
- Day 13 · Sep 26, 2026Luxor
- Day 14 · Sep 27, 2026Cairo
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
MS Antares
October 5, 2026
11-Night Egypt Cruise
Departing from Cairo
From
$8,999
Price / day
$818
Viking Amun
September 14, 2026
11-Night Egypt Cruise
Departing from Cairo
From
$8,999
Price / day
$818
September 21, 2026
11-Night Egypt Cruise
Departing from Cairo
From
$7,999
Price / day
$727
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
MS Antares
Average
$796 / day
VS
Viking Amun
Average
$773 / day
Viking Amun is currently 3% cheaper per day for comparable sailings
$773/day vs $796/day
About $23 less per day
This comparison is based on the upcoming sailings currently shown.
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose MS Antares if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Egypt.
- Departing from Cairo works for your plans.
Choose Viking Amun if…
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Egypt.
- Departing from Cairo works for your plans.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
MS Antares vs Viking Amun: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Both ships are the same
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
Viking Amun
$773 / day
About $23 less per day
- Build year is not available for both ships.
- Gross tonnage is not available for both ships.
- Viking Amun carries 20 more passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which ship carries more passengers?
Viking Amun has a passenger capacity of approximately 82, compared with 62 for MS Antares.
Which ship is cheaper, MS Antares or Viking Amun?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Viking Amun has the lower average starting price per day at $773 per day versus $796 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does MS Antares sail?
The upcoming MS Antares sailings currently listed cover Egypt, departing from Cairo.
Where does Viking Amun sail?
The upcoming Viking Amun sailings currently listed cover Egypt, departing from Cairo.
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