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Ancient Mediterranean Antiquities

  • 14 nights aboard Viking ocean ships
  • Visits to 10 destinations across 3 countries
  • Choose from 18 stateroom categories, including balcony staterooms and suites
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$9,995 pp twin share
14 nights
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Cruise Snapshot
14 Nights

Discover the ancient wonders of the Mediterranean on a 14-night Viking ocean cruise from Istanbul to Rome, visiting 10 destinations across 3 countries

  • Sail aboard Viking Vesta, Viking Mira and 5 sister ships
  • Visit Istanbul, Troy, Ephesus, Rhodes, Crete and more
  • Scenic cruising past the Ionian Sea

Trip Details

Departs
9 December 2026
Returns
7 February 2029
Embarks
Ship
Viking
Operator
Viking Cruises

14-night Viking ocean cruise from Istanbul to Rome (Civitavecchia) aboard Viking Vesta, Viking Mira and 5 sister ships.

Along the way you'll visit Istanbul, Troy (Canakkale), Ephesus (Kusadasi), Rhodes, Crete (Heraklion), Athens (Piraeus), Crete (Souda Bay), Sicily (Messina), Naples and Rome (Civitavecchia).

You'll sail aboard the Viking ocean ships Viking Vesta, Viking Mira and 5 sister ships.

When & how much

Departures & Pricing

Departs
9 December 2026
Returns 7 February 2029
Returns
7 February 2029
Duration
14 nights
From pp twin share
$9,995 pp
  • 09 Dec 2026 - 23 Dec 2026 · Viking Vesta
    from $10,045 pp twin share *
  • 06 Jan 2027 - 20 Jan 2027 · Viking Vesta
    from $12,395 pp twin share *
  • 24 Feb 2027 - 10 Mar 2027 · Viking Mira
    from $13,995 pp twin share *
  • 23 Oct 2027 - 06 Nov 2027 · Viking Jupiter
    from $16,995 pp twin share *
  • 31 Oct 2027 - 14 Nov 2027 · Viking Astrea
    from $16,295 pp twin share *
  • 22 Dec 2027 - 05 Jan 2028 · Viking Mira
    from $9,995 pp twin share *
  • 05 Jan 2028 - 19 Jan 2028 · Viking Mira
    from $10,295 pp twin share *
  • 11 Jan 2028 - 25 Jan 2028 · Viking Vela
    from $11,295 pp twin share *
  • 25 Jan 2028 - 08 Feb 2028 · Viking Vela
    from $11,795 pp twin share *
  • 17 Feb 2028 - 02 Mar 2028 · Viking Mira
    from $13,295 pp twin share *
  • 13 Apr 2028 - 27 Apr 2028 · Viking Sky
    from $17,995 pp twin share *
  • 11 Oct 2028 - 25 Oct 2028 · Viking Sky
    from $17,195 pp twin share *
  • 01 Nov 2028 - 15 Nov 2028 · Viking Astrea
    from $15,195 pp twin share *
  • 01 Nov 2028 - 15 Nov 2028 · Viking Libra
    from $14,995 pp twin share *
  • 15 Nov 2028 - 29 Nov 2028 · Viking Astrea
    from $13,495 pp twin share *
  • 13 Dec 2028 - 27 Dec 2028 · Viking Astrea
    from $11,395 pp twin share *
  • 27 Dec 2028 - 10 Jan 2029 · Viking Astrea
    from $10,995 pp twin share *
  • 10 Jan 2029 - 24 Jan 2029 · Viking Libra
    from $11,595 pp twin share *
  • 24 Jan 2029 - 07 Feb 2029 · Viking Libra
    from $11,995 pp twin share *

* Fares are per person, twin share, in AUD and are subject to change and availability.

Upgrades, transfers, accommodation and more can be quoted on enquiry — call 1300 414 198.

Day by day

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Istanbul, Turkey

  2. 2

    Istanbul, Turkey

    Depart 18:00.

  3. 3

    Troy (Canakkale), Turkey

    Arrive 09:00, depart 16:00.

  4. 4

    Ephesus (Kusadasi), Turkey

    Arrive 07:00, depart 18:00.

  5. 5

    Rhodes, Greece

    Arrive 07:00, depart 18:00.

  6. 6

    Crete (Heraklion), Greece

    Arrive 07:00, depart 18:00.

  7. 7

    Athens (Piraeus), Greece

    Arrive 07:00.

  8. 8

    Athens (Piraeus), Greece

  9. 9

    Athens (Piraeus), Greece

    Depart 17:30.

  10. 10

    Ephesus (Kusadasi), Turkey

    Arrive 08:00, depart 17:00.

  11. 11

    Crete (Souda Bay), Greece

    Arrive 08:00, depart 17:00.

  12. 12

    At Sea

    Sail the Ionian Sea.

  13. 13

    Sicily (Messina), Italy

    Arrive 07:30, depart 17:30.

  14. 14

    Naples, Italy

    Arrive 07:30, depart 17:30.

  15. 15

    Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy

    Arrive 05:00, depart 19:00.

What you get for the price

Inclusions & exclusions

What’s included

  • 14 nights aboard the Viking ocean ships Viking Vesta, Viking Mira and 5 sister ships
  • Visits to 10 destinations across 3 countries, including Istanbul, Troy (Canakkale), Ephesus (Kusadasi), Rhodes and Crete (Heraklion) and more
  • Scenic cruising past Sail the Ionian Sea
Where you’ll stay

Accommodation

Accommodation is aboard the Viking ocean ships Viking Vesta, Viking Mira and 5 sister ships.

Choose from 18 stateroom categories, spanning balcony staterooms and suites.

Cabin options include staterooms with a private balcony or veranda and suites with a separate sitting area.

Viking Sea – public space
Viking Sea – public space
From the operator

Common questions about this voyage

How long is this journey?
This itinerary runs for 15 days and 14 nights.
When can I travel?
Departures are currently scheduled between 09 Dec 2026 and 07 Feb 2029, subject to live availability.
Are there different departure options?
Yes, multiple departures may be available depending on your preferred travel period.
What is generally included?
Inclusions typically cover guided touring and selected experiences, with exact details listed in the itinerary.
What style of accommodation is used?
Accommodation is pre-arranged as part of the journey, with specific properties shown in the trip details.
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From (twin) $9,995 pp
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