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
Istanbul, Turkey
Admire the city’s landmarks such as the “Blue Mosque,” Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace.
2
Istanbul, Turkey
Discover Istanbul’s Basilica Cistern or cruise the Bosphorus Strait between two continents.
3
Troy (Çanakkale), Turkey
Uncover ancient history at the archaeological sites of Troy, Çanakkale or Gallipoli.
4
Ephesus (Kuşadasi), Turkey
Visit one of the world’s best-preserved cities to discover ancient archaeological sites.
5
Rhodes, Greece
Walk along the Street of the Knights and see the iconic Palace of the Grand Master.
6
Crete (Heraklion), Greece
Explore the Arkadi Monastery and visit Rethymnon’s Old Town and its array of quaint shops.
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.
9
Olympia (Katakolon), Greece
Visit the Olympic park, see the Temple of Zeus and browse the Olympia Archaeological Museum.
10
Corfu (Kérkyra), Greece
See Mouse Island and the Vlacherna Monastery; stroll the streets of Old Town, a UNESCO Site.
11
Kotor, Montenegro
Explore the medieval streets; visit the Cathedral of St. Tryphon and the Maritime Museum.
12
Dubrovnik, Croatia
Walk the marbled Stradun, pass Sponza Palace and see the 15th-century Onofrio’s Fountain.
13
Split, Croatia
Explore the city center and Diocletian’s Palace; journey to Trogir or the Krka Waterfalls.
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
Šibenik, Croatia
Stroll Old Town’s narrow streets and squares; visit St. James Cathedral, a UNESCO Site.
19
Crotone, Italy
Marvel at its impressive cathedral, browse the Pythagoras Museum or stroll the waterfront.
20
Sicily (Messina), Italy
Visit Messina’s many piazzas in Old Town or venture out to explore UNESCO-listed Mt. Etna.
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
- - The Venetian Republic
- - Greek Civilization
- - Ottoman Empire
