I wanted to see all the history in Egypt plus an extension to Petra in Jordan. I was somewhat disappointed with this Viking cruise in that it seemed to be rush, rush, rush. We landed in Cairo and spent 3 days in a hotel. Then we flew to Luxor to board our ship. We flew on an excursion to Aswan. We flew back to Cairo. There was a lot of unpacking and repacking.

Also, the service was a bit below par for Viking. For example, when I sat down for breakfast with my friends, I had to ask to get coffee. And at other meals when I had french fries, I had to ask for ketchup. My friend's steak was very thin and not very tasty. But these are all minor things compared to the experience of seeing the pyramids, the Sphinx, Abu Simbel and more. I had an amazing time but don't think I would go again.