Explore lands of ancient empires

Sail storied seas once ruled by mighty empires and flourishing city-states. Visit Naples, gateway to Pompeii, and Messina, Sicily’s cultural crossroads. Discover Crete, the former seat of the once-flourishing Minoan kingdom. Explore the remarkably preserved city of Ephesus, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Immerse yourself in Athens, the “birthplace of democracy,” where the Acropolis rises above the city and the bustling Plaka District.

Explore lands of ancient empires

Sail storied seas once ruled by mighty empires and flourishing city-states. Visit Naples, gateway to Pompeii, and Messina, Sicily’s cultural crossroads. Discover Crete, the former seat of the once-flourishing Minoan kingdom. Explore the remarkably preserved city of Ephesus, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Immerse yourself in Athens, the “birthplace of democracy,” where the Acropolis rises above the city and the bustling Plaka District.

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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.

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 and post cruise extensions vary by itinerary and are subject to change.

On this itinerary, your Viking Resident Historian is delivering the following iconic lectures:

  • - The Roman Empire
  • - Greek Civilization
  • - Ottoman Empire
  • - The Bayeux Tapestry
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