VikingViking Mira
Ancient Mediterranean Antiquities
Feb 17, 2028 – Mar 2, 202814 nightsRome (Civitavecchia) to Istanbul
Ancient Mediterranean Antiquities is a 14-night Viking cruise on Viking Mira, sailing Feb 17, 2028 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 $7,098 per person for Veranda. Taxes & fees included.
- Length
- 14 nights
- Departs
- Feb 17, 2028, Rome (Civitavecchia)
- Returns
- Mar 2, 2028, Istanbul
- Ports of call
- 10
- Days at sea
- 1
- Ship
- Viking Mira
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Itinerary
- Day 1Feb 17
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 2Feb 18
Naples, Italy (for Capri & Pompeii)
- Day 3Feb 19
Sicily (Messina), Italy

- Day 4Feb 20
At sea
- Day 5Feb 21
- Day 6Feb 22
Ephesus (Kuşadasi), Turkey

- Day 7Feb 23
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 24
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 9Feb 25
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 10Feb 26
Crete (Heraklion), Greece

- Day 11Feb 27
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 12Feb 28
Ephesus (Kuşadasi), Turkey
- Day 13Feb 29
Troy (Çanakkale), Turkey

- Day 14Mar 1
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 15Mar 2
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
$7,098
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
$11,498
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 MiraFrom $5,898
- Feb 17, 2028 – Mar 2, 2028Viking Mira · this sailingFrom $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 $7,098 per person (Veranda). Lowest current fare by cabin type: Veranda $7,098 and Suite $11,498. 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?
Of 6 dates with a current fare, Dec 22, 2027 on Viking Mira is lowest at $5,898 per person.
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.



