Journey to Antiquities

Explore the lands of ancient empires

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

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Viking Inclusive Value

Included tour in every port and more

Viking Inclusive Value

Included tour in every port and more

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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	Athens, Greece	In Athens’s inviting Plaka District, historic buildings house cafés and restaurants.	Read More >
2	Athens, Greece	The legacy of ancient Greece looms large atop Athens’s Acropolis Hill.	Read More >
3	Ephesus (Kuşadasi), Turkey	One of antiquity’s best-preserved cities, Ephesus is full of ancient wonders.	Read More >
4	Crete, Greece	Souda Bay enjoys a picturesque setting between Crete’s Akrotiri Peninsula and Cape Drapano. Ship will be at sea on December 25, 2022, due to Christmas holiday.	Read More >
5	Sail the Ionian Sea	Gateway to the Adriatic, the Ionian Sea kisses picturesque and historic shores. Ship will call in Valletta, Malta on December 26, 2022.	Read More >
6	Sicily, Italy	Two miles from mainland Italy, Sicilian Messina is a historic cultural crossroads.	Read More >
7	Naples, Italy	Uncover Naples’s history and culture or venture to Pompeii, Sorrento or the Amalfi Coast.	Read More >
8	Rome, Italy	More than 2,500 years of history live in the storied streets of Rome.	Read More >

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.