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MS Mayfair |
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MS Mayfair was built in 2010 to carry 150 guests along the Nile River in spacious suites and staterooms. Featured amenities include a pool and spa with massage services.
Keeping line with Viking’s 175 years of river cruising history, you will receive the very best of service aboard the MS Mayfair. The fact that Viking specializes in river cruises means that the experience of a river cruise will not be matched by any other company. From panoramic windows to the most expert of river tour guides, there will be no shortage of enjoyment aboard MS Mayfair.
MS Mayfair’s immersion in local culture does not end with the river. Open dining is provided throughout the day so guests can partake in the finest in local cuisine at any time of the day. Expertly trained chefs use the freshest ingredients to prepare regional delicacies which match perfectly with hand-picked bottles of local wines.
Off-boat activities are also offered to compliment the on-ship portion of your voyage. Try your hands at local activities and customs to get the real-world feel of the area you are traveling in. From music to food and wine tastings, you will have many tales to bring back to your friends and family.
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MS Mayfair Facts |
Inaugural Year: 2010
Refurbished Year: N/A
Country of Registration: N/A
Guest Occupancy*: 150
Crew: 35
Crew-to-Passenger Ratio: 1 to 4.2
Length: 358 feet
Beam: 37 feet
Passenger Decks: 4
Staterooms
Total: 48
Suites, with balcony: 0
Suites, without balcony: 4
Ocean View, with balcony: 0
Ocean View, without balcony: 44
Inside: 0
Accessible Staterooms: 0
Dining Type: Open
Casino: No
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Ship Highlights
Cultural Highlights
To complement your tours and shore excursions, take part in MS Mayfair's Cultural Highlights-immersive learning and enhancement activities both on board and ashore:
- Ride a camel near the pyramids at Giza
- Sample local Nubian cuisine
- Take in traditional performances of folk music and dance
- See the treasures of King Tutankhamun
- Sail a felucca on the Nile
- Enjoy a sound and light show at Abu Simbel
These in-depth experiences are included as an essential part of discovering more about the places through which you cruise, and each activity is planned specifically to illuminate each itinerary.
Culture Curriculum
Sometimes you want to dig a little deeper. MS Mayfair offers a series of onboard multimedia talks to shed light on the history and culture of the places you visit. Learn about:
- Egypt's dynasties going back 5,000 years
- Hieroglyphics
- Ancient Egyptian building techniques
- Archeological excavations of Egypt's treasures
- Key words and phrases in the local language
These presentations provide a context for your own observations, enhancing your travel experience.
Fine dining aboard MS Mayfair
MS Mayfair's chefs create a variety of tasty offerings for you, with freshly prepared seasonal local vegetables, local specialties adapted to satisfy the tastes of our passengers, and homemade soups prepared daily. For breakfast, choose from a selections of pastries, cereals, breakfast meats, egg dishes, fresh fruit and selected cheeses. At lunch, select from the soup and sandwich bar, or a choice of entrees and dessert. And for dinner, you are treated to a full menu with regional specialties.
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MS Mayfair Deals
Check out the cruise deals that we have available on MS Mayfair cruises: |
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Huge Discounts & Low Price Guarantee on all MS Mayfair Cruises!
Book any MS Mayfair cruise with us and you'll get the best deal possible, regardless of the ship or sail date! Because of our huge price discounts and "Low Price Guarantee," nobody beats our MS Mayfair cruise prices, so look around and you're sure to find the best MS Mayfair cruise deal possible when booking with us! |
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Complimentary Beverages on Viking River Cruises
Viking is the most all-inclusive of all river cruise lines. And starting this year, Viking provides complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks with onboard dinner and lunch service to enhance your dining experience. |
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No Booking Fees!
We do not charge booking fees on any cruises! You're sure to enjoy an affordable MS Mayfair cruise when booking with us! |
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| Our special offers on MS Mayfair cruises may not be combinable. Certain restrictions apply to each offer. View terms and conditions during the online booking process. |
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MS Mayfair Cruise Destinations
Click any destination below to view some of the upcoming cruises available on MS Mayfair: |
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Suite (Category S)
Approximate Size: 377 square feet
Located on: Upper Deck
Deluxe staterooms are outside with river view Deluxe staterooms have hotel-style beds Large picture window that opens Private bathroom with bathtub & shower Air conditioning Telephone, refrigerator, hair dryer & safe Flat-panel television with an infotainment system & satellite
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Deluxe (Categories A and B)
Approximate Size: 215 square feet
A located on: Upper Deck
B located on: Middle and Main Decks
Suites are outside with river view Suites have hotel-style beds plus sofa Suites have a veranda & large windows Private bathroom with bathtub & shower Air conditioning Telephone, refrigerator, hair dryer & safe Flat-panel television with an infotainment system & satellite |
All stateroom descriptions are subject to change. Photos provided are not guaranteed to accurately represent the room listed. Some staterooms in the same category may have different furniture arrangements or be a different size than listed. We reserve the right to correct errors. Please verify all details with the cruise line directly. |
MS Mayfair Photo Gallery
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| For photos of staterooms, please click the accommodations tab provided above. Ship is subject to modifications. |
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