VikingViking Neptune
Aegean & Mediterranean Explorer
Dec 8, 2027 – Dec 22, 202714 nightsAthens (Piraeus) to Barcelona
Aegean & Mediterranean Explorer is a 14-night Viking cruise on Viking Neptune, sailing Dec 8, 2027 from Athens (Piraeus) to Barcelona. It calls at Ephesus (Kuşadasi), Crete (Chania), Sicily (Messina), Naples, Rome (Civitavecchia), Salerno, Sicily (Palermo) and 4 more. The lowest current fare is $5,998 per person for Veranda. Taxes & fees included.
- Length
- 14 nights
- Departs
- Dec 8, 2027, Athens (Piraeus)
- Returns
- Dec 22, 2027, Barcelona
- Ports of call
- 12
- Days at sea
- 2
- Ship
- Viking Neptune
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Itinerary
- Day 1Dec 8
Athens (Piraeus), Greece
EmbarkOvernight
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 2Dec 9
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 3Dec 10
Ephesus (Kuşadasi), Turkey

- Day 4Dec 11
- Day 5Dec 12
At sea
- Day 6Dec 13
Sicily (Messina), Italy

- Day 7Dec 14
Naples, Italy (for Capri & Pompeii)

- Day 8Dec 15
Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy
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 9Dec 16
Salerno, Italy
About Salerno
Set along the Tyrrhenian Sea, Salerno is a welcoming port often known as the gateway for exploring the fabled Amalfi Coast.

- Day 10Dec 17
Sicily (Palermo), Italy
- Day 11Dec 18
Tunis (La Goulette), Tunisia

- Day 12Dec 19
Sardinia (Cagliari), Italy

- Day 13Dec 20
At sea
- Day 14Dec 21
Valencia, Spain
About Valencia
Valencia is located in the middle of Europe's most densely developed agricultural region. Originally a Greek settlement, the town was taken over by Romans in 138 BC and turned into a retirement town for old soldiers.

- Day 15Dec 22
Barcelona, Spain
Disembark
About Barcelona
On the northeast coast of Spain, overlooking the Mediterranean, Barcelona is a vibrant port city, packed with centuries of iconic art and architecture-Gaudí and Picasso both called it home-and lined with sunny white-sand beaches.

Viking Neptune
Viking Neptune is a Viking ocean ship carrying up to 930 guests across ten decks. Staterooms include Owner's Suite, Explorer Suite, Penthouse Junior Suite, Penthouse Veranda, Deluxe Veranda and Veranda. Dining options are The Living Room and the Explorers' Lounge, with Torshavn as another place to sit.
- Year built
- 2022
- Guests
- 930
- Length
- 745
- 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 (338 sq ft) · Deluxe Veranda (270 sq ft) · Veranda (270 sq ft)
Ocean-view stateroom with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door opening to full-size veranda
$5,998
Suite
Owner’s Suite (1,297 sq ft) · Explorer Suite (611–778 sq ft) · Penthouse Junior Suite (405 sq ft)
Largest multi-room, ocean-view accommodations on board
$9,598
Standard
French Balcony
Prices per person, double occupancy, cruise only. Taxes & fees included.
Dates and prices
14 nights, Aegean & Mediterranean Explorer
On Viking Neptune
No other dates of this itinerary on Viking Neptune are listed. See all Viking Neptune sailings
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Questions about Aegean & Mediterranean Explorer on Viking Neptune
How much does the Aegean & Mediterranean Explorer cruise on Viking Neptune cost?
Fares start at $5,998 per person (Veranda). Lowest current fare by cabin type: Veranda $5,998 and Suite $9,598. Taxes & fees included.
Where does this cruise leave from and what does it visit?
Departs Athens (Piraeus) and ends in Barcelona. Ports: Ephesus (Kuşadasi), Crete (Chania), Sicily (Messina), Naples, Rome (Civitavecchia), Salerno, Sicily (Palermo), Tunis (La Goulette), Sardinia (Cagliari), Valencia and Barcelona.
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: $5,998 per person, compared with 4 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.



