Ancient Mediterranean Treasures

From $3,999

8 Days

6 Guided Tours

2 Countries

Trace the shores of history

Witness the origin of civilization as you cruise the fabled Aegean Sea. Spend two days in majestic Istanbul, with its Byzantine treasures and intriguing blend of Eastern and Western influences. Travel to the ruins of Troy, long steeped in myth and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. See historic sites in Ephesus and marvel at the gorgeous islands of Rhodes and Crete. Discover the architectural gems of ancient Athens during an overnight stay.

Trace the shores of history

Viking Inclusive Value

We include features & services worth over $200 per guest per day.

Map of Ancient Mediterranean Treasures itinerary

Viking Inclusive Value

We include features & services worth over $200 per guest per day.

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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	Athens (Piraeus), Greece	See the Panathenaic Stadium, Temple of Zeus and Acropolis or shop in the Plaka District.
2	Athens (Piraeus), Greece	Explore the stunning coastline and the remains of ancient sites and sample Greek cuisine.
3	Crete (Heraklion), Greece	Explore Heraklion’s Old Town, Venetian Loggia, Arkadi Monastery and Palace of Knossos.
4	Rhodes, Greece	Walk along the Street of the Knights and see the iconic Palace of the Grand Masters.
5	Ephesus (Kuşadasi), Turkey	Visit one of the world’s best-preserved cities to discover ancient archaeological sites.
6	Troy (Çanakkale), Turkey	Uncover ancient history at the archaeological sites of Troy, Çanakkale or Gallipoli.
7	Istanbul, Turkey	Admire the city’s landmarks such as the “Blue Mosque,” Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace.
8	Istanbul, Turkey	Discover Istanbul’s Basilica Cistern or cruise the Bosphorus Strait between two continents.

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.