Journey to Antiquities

From $3,999

8 Days

5 Guided Tours

3 Countries

Explore lands of ancient empires

Travel through waters once ruled by mighty empires and flourishing city-states during an insightful 8-day cruise from Rome to Athens. Visit Naples, gateway to Pompeii, and Messina, Sicily’s cultural crossroads. Discover Crete, the former seat of the once flourishing Minoan kingdom, and see remarkably preserved ancient ruins in Ephesus. Immerse yourself in Athens, the “birthplace of democracy,” and admire the famous Acropolis and see the bustling Plaka District.

Explore lands of ancient empires

Viking Inclusive Value

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

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	Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy	Marvel at antiquities, such as the Colosseum, Trevi Fountain and the Sistine Chapel.
2	Naples, Italy	Uncover Naples’s history and culture or venture to Pompeii, Sorrento or the Amalfi Coast.
3	Sicily (Messina), Italy	Visit Messina’s many piazzas in Old Town or venture out to explore UNESCO-listed Mt. Etna.
4	Sail the Ionian Sea	Sail the Ionian Sea, a vast bay that touches the historic shores of Greece and Italy.
5	Crete (Souda Bay), Greece	Stroll through Chania, visit Arkadi Monastery and Palace of Knossos or sample local olive oil.
6	Ephesus (Kuşadasi), Turkey	Visit one of the world’s best-preserved cities to discover ancient archaeological sites.
7	Athens (Piraeus), Greece	See the Panathenaic Stadium, Temple of Zeus and Acropolis or shop in the Plaka District.
8	Athens (Piraeus), Greece	Explore the stunning coastline and the remains of ancient sites and sample Greek cuisine.

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.