Ancient Mediterranean Antiquities

Delve into Greek and Roman history

Travel back in time on this enriching cruise to legendary ports of three fascinating countries that combines Ancient Mediterranean Treasures and Journey to Antiquities. Overnight in historic Istanbul, where East meets West along the Bosphorus Strait. Marvel at the well-preserved ruins of ancient Troy, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and enjoy two nights in iconic Athens. Sail the fabled Ionian Sea and discover the cultural splendors of southern Italy.

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Viking Inclusive Value

Included tour in every port and more

Viking Inclusive Value

Included tour in every port and more

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Day by Day

To learn more about each port of call and our included as well as optional excursions, click on the individual days below.

1	Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy	More than 2,500 years of history live in the storied streets of Rome.
2	Naples, Italy	Uncover Naples’s history and culture or venture to Pompeii, Sorrento or the Amalfi Coast.
3	Sicily, Italy	Visit Messina’s many piazzas in Old Town or venture out to explore UNESCO-listed Mt. Etna.
4	Sail the Ionian Sea	Gateway to the Adriatic, the Ionian Sea kisses picturesque and historic shores.
5	Crete (Souda Bay), Greece	Souda Bay enjoys a picturesque setting between Crete’s Akrotiri Peninsula and Cape Drapano.
6	Ephesus (Kuşadasi), Turkey	Rich in biblical history, remarkably preserved Ephesus offers an unparalleled look into the lives of the ancients.
7	Athens, Greece	From the city's colonnaded Parthenon, Greek philosophers Plato and Aristotle debated the role of government in civic life before captivated audiences.
8	Athens, Greece	In Athens’s inviting Plaka District, historic buildings house cafés and restaurants.
9	Athens, Greece	The legacy of ancient Greece looms large atop Athens’s Acropolis Hill.
10	Crete (Heraklion), Greece	Heraklion, Crete was once the strongest fortified city in the Eastern Mediterranean.
11	Rhodes, Greece	The lush, fertile island of Rhodes is home to Europe’s largest active medieval town.
12	Ephesus (Kuşadasi), Turkey	Visit one of the world’s best-preserved cities to discover ancient archaeological sites.
13	Troy (Çanakkale), Turkey	Ancient Troy boasts remarkably preserved structures that span Greece and Rome.
14	Istanbul, Turkey	Long a significant center of trade, Istanbul was a major cultural crossroads along the world-famous Silk Route.
15	Istanbul, Turkey	Straddling Europe and Asia across the Bosphorus Strait, Istanbul exudes a heady mix of Western and Eastern cultures.

Itinerary and shore excursions are subject to change and may vary by departure.

Pre & Post Cruise Extensions

More days means more to discover, with extension packages you can add before or after your Viking cruise or cruisetour. Enjoy additional days to explore your embarkation or disembarkation city, or see a new destination altogether with a choice of exciting cities.
Pre & Post Cruise Extensions vary by itinerary and are subject to change.