Mediterranean's Iconic Shores - Itinerary - Barcelona to Istanbul

Witness wonders of East and West

Explore coastal gems and take in magnificent sights on this epic voyage that combines Iconic Western Mediterranean, Italian Sojourn, Venice, the Adriatic & Greece and Ancient Mediterranean Treasures. Visit bustling ports and humble hamlets, and sail around Italy’s boot as you trace majestic shores and experience a wealth of timeless treasures. Overnights in Barcelona, Florence/Pisa, Venice, Athens and Istanbul allow for a rich cultural immersion.

Viking Inclusive Value

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

Map of Mediterranean's Iconic Shores 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	Barcelona, Spain	Visit Barcelona’s cultural gems and explore the narrow streets of the Gothic Quarter.
2	Barcelona, Spain	Stroll Las Ramblas, admire Gaudí’s architecture, see the Arc de Triomf and sample tapas.
3	Montpellier (Sète), France	Walk along Sète’s main canal or visit nearby Montpellier, Carcassonne or Canal du Midi.
4	Marseille, France	Absorb the pleasures of Marseille’s historic treasures; see the scenic Old Port and 17th-century fortresses.
5	Monte Carlo, Monaco	Discover Monaco’s medieval quarter and Prince’s Palace, or visit the Casino de Monte-Carlo.
6	Florence/Pisa (Livorno), Italy	Visit Pisa’s famed Leaning Tower or venture to Florence to revel in its art and architecture.
7	Florence/Pisa (Livorno), Italy	Journey through rolling hills to Florence, home to fine art such as Michelangelo’s David.
8	Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy	Marvel at antiquities, such as the Colosseum, Trevi Fountain and the Sistine Chapel.
9	Naples, Italy	Uncover Naples’s history and culture or venture to Pompeii, Sorrento or the Amalfi Coast.
10	Sicily (Messina), Italy	Visit Messina’s many piazzas in Old Town or venture out to explore UNESCO-listed Mt. Etna.
11	Crotone, Italy	Marvel at its impressive cathedral, browse the Pythagoras Museum or stroll the waterfront.
12	Bari, Italy	See Bari’s castle and churches, or visit Alberobello’s UNESCO-listed trulli houses.
13	Šibenik, Croatia	Stroll Old Town’s narrow streets and squares; visit St. James Cathedral, a UNESCO Site.
14	Venice (Chioggia), Italy	Discover charming Chioggia or head to Venice to explore St. Mark’s Square or the Doge’s Palace.
15	Venice (Chioggia), Italy	Explore Venice and cross the famed Rialto Bridge or learn about Venetian mask crafting.
16	Venice (Chioggia), Italy	Take a ride in a Venetian gondola or witness the centuries-old tradition of glassmaking.
17	Split, Croatia	Explore the city center and Diocletian’s Palace; journey to Trogir or the Krka Waterfalls.
18	Dubrovnik, Croatia	Walk the marbled Stradun, pass Sponza Palace and see the 15th-century Onofrio’s Fountain.
19	Kotor, Montenegro	Explore the medieval streets; visit the Cathedral of St. Tryphon and the Maritime Museum.
20	Corfu (Kérkyra), Greece	See Mouse Island and the Vlacherna Monastery; stroll the streets of Old Town, a UNESCO Site.
21	Olympia (Katakolon), Greece	Visit the Olympic park, see the Temple of Zeus and browse the Olympia Archaeological Museum.
22	Athens (Piraeus), Greece	See the Panathenaic Stadium, Temple of Zeus and Acropolis or shop in the Plaka District.
23	Athens (Piraeus), Greece	Explore the stunning coastline and the remains of ancient sites and sample Greek cuisine.
24	Crete (Heraklion), Greece	Explore Heraklion’s Old Town, Venetian Loggia, Arkadi Monastery and Palace of Knossos.
25	Rhodes, Greece	Walk along the Street of the Knights and see the iconic Palace of the Grand Masters.
26	Ephesus (Kuşadasi), Turkey	Visit one of the world’s best-preserved cities to discover ancient archaeological sites.
27	Troy (Çanakkale), Turkey	Uncover ancient history at the archaeological sites of Troy, Çanakkale or Gallipoli.
28	Istanbul, Turkey	Admire the city’s landmarks such as the “Blue Mosque,” Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace.
29	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.