VikingViking Lyra
Ancient Mediterranean Treasures
Feb 20, 2029 – Feb 27, 20297 nightsIstanbul to Athens (Piraeus)
Ancient Mediterranean Treasures is a 7-night Viking cruise on Viking Lyra, sailing Feb 20, 2029 from Istanbul to Athens (Piraeus). It calls at Troy (Çanakkale), Ephesus (Kuşadasi), Rhodes, Crete (Heraklion) and Athens (Piraeus). The lowest current fare is $3,799 per person for Veranda. Taxes & fees included.
- Length
- 7 nights
- Departs
- Feb 20, 2029, Istanbul
- Returns
- Feb 27, 2029, Athens (Piraeus)
- Ports of call
- 6
- Days at sea
- 0
- Ship
- Viking Lyra
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Itinerary
- Day 1Feb 20
Istanbul, Turkey
EmbarkOvernight
About Istanbul
Arriving in Istanbul, Turkey on board a ship is an unforgettable experience. The Bosphorus, dividing Europe and Asia, welcomes passengers with ocean breezes, soaring seagulls and-if you're lucky-playful dolphins that frolic en route to the port. On deck is where the views of Istanbul's best attractions await.
- Day 2Feb 21
Istanbul, Turkey
Overnight
About Istanbul
Arriving in Istanbul, Turkey on board a ship is an unforgettable experience. The Bosphorus, dividing Europe and Asia, welcomes passengers with ocean breezes, soaring seagulls and-if you're lucky-playful dolphins that frolic en route to the port. On deck is where the views of Istanbul's best attractions await.
- Day 3Feb 22
Troy (Çanakkale), Turkey
- Day 4Feb 23
Ephesus (Kuşadasi), Turkey
- Day 5Feb 24
Rhodes, Greece
About Rhodes
Best known of the Dodecanese Islands, Rhodes is a fascinating architectural patchwork of her past. Here the legacy of the ancient Greeks mingles with that of besieging Turks, crusading knights, and occupying Italians.
- Day 6Feb 25
Crete (Heraklion), Greece
- Day 7Feb 26
Athens (Piraeus), Greece
Overnight
About Athens (Piraeus)
Piraeus has been the port for Athens since 482 BC. The busy harbor is filled with ferries and cruise ships making their way to the Greek Islands and other Mediterranean cities. The busy metropolis of Athens and its treasure trove of antiquities lie just a few miles from the port.
- Day 8Feb 27
Athens (Piraeus), Greece
DisembarkOvernight
About Athens (Piraeus)
Piraeus has been the port for Athens since 482 BC. The busy harbor is filled with ferries and cruise ships making their way to the Greek Islands and other Mediterranean cities. The busy metropolis of Athens and its treasure trove of antiquities lie just a few miles from the port.
Viking Lyra
Viking Lyra is a Viking ocean ship that carries up to 998 guests across 10 decks. Staterooms range from Owner's Suite and Explorer Suite to Penthouse Junior Suite, Penthouse Veranda, Deluxe Veranda and Veranda. Dining includes the Torshavn and Explorers' Lounge bars, with The Living Room, Infinity Pool, The Theater and Sports Deck as other spaces on board.
- Year built
- 2028
- Guests
- 998
- Length
- 784
- Decks
- 10
Dining and venues
- Torshavn
- Explorers’ Lounge
- Bar
- The Living Room
- Main Pool with Retractable Roof
- Infinity Pool
- The Theater
- Sports Deck
- Atrium
Deck plans
Staterooms
Per person, double occupancy
Veranda
Penthouse Veranda (360 sq ft) · Deluxe Veranda (288 sq ft) · Veranda (288 sq ft)
Ocean-view stateroom with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door opening to full-size veranda
$3,799
Suite
Owner’s Suite (1,448 sq ft) · Explorer Suite (808–1,215 sq ft) · Penthouse Junior Suite (432 sq ft)
Largest multi-room, ocean-view accommodations on board
$5,799
Standard
French Balcony
Prices per person, double occupancy, cruise only. Taxes & fees included.
Dates and prices
7 nights, Ancient Mediterranean Treasures
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- Feb 20, 2029 – Feb 27, 2029Viking Lyra · this sailingFrom $3,799
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Questions about Ancient Mediterranean Treasures on Viking Lyra
How much does the Ancient Mediterranean Treasures cruise on Viking Lyra cost?
Fares start at $3,799 per person (Veranda). Lowest current fare by cabin type: Veranda $3,799 and Suite $5,799. Taxes & fees included.
Where does this cruise leave from and what does it visit?
Departs Istanbul and ends in Athens (Piraeus). Ports: Troy (Çanakkale), Ephesus (Kuşadasi), Rhodes, Crete (Heraklion) and Athens (Piraeus).
What is included in the fare?
Taxes & fees included.
What is the cheapest date for this cruise?
Of 27 dates with a current fare, Jan 20, 2027 on Viking Vesta is lowest at $2,799 per person.
How do I book this cruise?
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