VikingViking Mira
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
- 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.

- Day 2Dec 23
Naples, Italy (for Capri & Pompeii)
- Day 3Dec 24
Sicily (Messina), Italy

- Day 4Dec 25
At sea
- Day 5Dec 26
- Day 6Dec 27
Ephesus (Kuşadasi), Turkey

- 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.

- 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.
- 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.
- Day 10Dec 31
Crete (Heraklion), Greece

- 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.

- Day 12Jan 2
Ephesus (Kuşadasi), Turkey
- Day 13Jan 3
Troy (Çanakkale), Turkey

- 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.

- 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
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
$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
- Dec 22, 2027 – Jan 5, 2028Viking Mira · this sailingFrom $5,898
- Feb 17, 2028 – Mar 2, 2028Viking MiraFrom $7,098
Same itinerary on other ships
Similar sailings
Viking, Mediterranean, about 14 nights
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.



