Ancient Mediterranean Treasures

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.

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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	Istanbul, Turkey	Straddling Europe and Asia across the Bosphorus Strait, Istanbul exudes a heady mix of Western and Eastern cultures.
2	Istanbul, Turkey	Discover Istanbul’s Basilica Cistern or sail the Bosphorus Strait between two continents.
3	Troy (Çanakkale), Turkey	Ancient Troy boasts remarkably preserved structures that span Greece and Rome.
4	Ephesus (Kuşadasi), Turkey	Visit one of the world’s best-preserved cities to discover ancient archaeological sites.
5	Rhodes, Greece	The lush, fertile island of Rhodes is home to Europe’s largest active medieval town.
6	Crete (Heraklion), Greece	Heraklion, Crete was once the strongest fortified city in the Eastern Mediterranean.
7	Athens, Greece	The legacy of ancient Greece looms large atop Athens’s Acropolis Hill.
8	Athens, Greece	From the city’s colonnaded Parthenon, Greek philosophers Plato and Aristotle debated the role of government in civic life before captivated audiences.

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.