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Ancient Mediterranean Antiquities

Dec 22, 2027 – Jan 5, 202814 nightsRome (Civitavecchia) to Istanbul

Ancient Mediterranean Antiquities is a 14-night Viking cruise on Viking Mira, sailing Dec 22, 2027 from Rome (Civitavecchia) to Istanbul. It calls at Naples, Sicily (Messina), Crete (Chania), Ephesus (Kuşadasi), Athens (Piraeus), Crete (Heraklion), Rhodes and 2 more. The lowest current fare is $5,898 per person for Veranda. Taxes & fees included.

Length
14 nights
Departs
Dec 22, 2027, Rome (Civitavecchia)
Returns
Jan 5, 2028, Istanbul
Ports of call
10
Days at sea
1
Ship
Viking Mira

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Itinerary

Rome (Civitavecchia)Sicily (Messina)Crete (Chania)Athens (Piraeus)RhodesIstanbul
  1. Day 1Dec 22

    Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy

    Embark

    About Rome (Civitavecchia)

    Endless adventures await in Rome. With two and a half thousand years of history, art and culture, it is no wonder Rome is one of the most visited cities on the planet. Gaze at the masterpieces of the Vatican or walk into the past with visits to ancient relics, historic monuments and legendary museums.

    Rome (Civitavecchia)
  2. Day 2Dec 23

    Naples, Italy (for Capri & Pompeii)

  3. Day 3Dec 24
    Aeolian volcano island from the air, off Sicily
  4. Day 4Dec 25

    At sea

  5. Day 5Dec 26
  6. Day 6Dec 27
    Ephesus (Kuşadasi)
  7. Day 7Dec 28

    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.

    Piraeus (Athens)
  8. Day 8Dec 29

    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.

  9. Day 9Dec 30

    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.

  10. Day 10Dec 31
    Heraklion harbour and seafront on Crete
  11. Day 11Jan 1

    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.

    Rhodes
  12. Day 12Jan 2
  13. Day 13Jan 3
    Troy (Çanakkale)
  14. Day 14Jan 4

    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.

    Istanbul
  15. Day 15Jan 5

    Istanbul, Turkey

    DisembarkOvernight

    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.

Viking Mira

Viking Mira 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 bar and Explorers' Lounge, with The Living Room, Infinity Pool, The Theater and Sports Deck for time between sailings.

Year built
2026
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

All Viking Mira sailings

Deck plans

Deck 1
Viking Mira, Deck 1 deck plan

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

    $5,898

  • 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

    $8,498

  • Standard

  • French Balcony

Prices per person, double occupancy, cruise only. Taxes & fees included.

Dates and prices

14 nights, Ancient Mediterranean Antiquities

On Viking Mira

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Questions about Ancient Mediterranean Antiquities on Viking Mira

How much does the Ancient Mediterranean Antiquities cruise on Viking Mira cost?

Fares start at $5,898 per person (Veranda). Lowest current fare by cabin type: Veranda $5,898 and Suite $8,498. Taxes & fees included.

Where does this cruise leave from and what does it visit?

Departs Rome (Civitavecchia) and ends in Istanbul. Ports: Naples, Sicily (Messina), Crete (Chania), Ephesus (Kuşadasi), Athens (Piraeus), Crete (Heraklion), Rhodes, Troy (Çanakkale) and Istanbul.

What is included in the fare?

Taxes & fees included.

What is the cheapest date for this cruise?

This date is the lowest current fare for this itinerary: $5,898 per person, compared with 5 other dates.

How do I book this cruise?

Send a request and an advisor confirms the current fare and availability and books it for you. You do not pay on the website.

Veranda$5,898