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Journey to Antiquities

Feb 4, 2027 – Feb 11, 20277 nightsRome (Civitavecchia) to Athens (Piraeus)

Journey to Antiquities is a 7-night Viking cruise on Viking Vela, sailing Feb 4, 2027 from Rome (Civitavecchia) to Athens (Piraeus). It calls at Naples, Sicily (Messina), Crete (Chania), Ephesus (Kuşadasi) and Athens (Piraeus). The lowest current fare is $3,499 per person for Veranda. Taxes & fees included.

Length
7 nights
Departs
Feb 4, 2027, Rome (Civitavecchia)
Returns
Feb 11, 2027, Athens (Piraeus)
Ports of call
6
Days at sea
1
Ship
Viking Vela

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Itinerary

Rome (Civitavecchia)Sicily (Messina)Crete (Chania)Athens (Piraeus)
  1. Day 1Feb 4

    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 2Feb 5

    Naples, Italy (for Capri & Pompeii)

    Positano on the Amalfi Coast, near Naples
  3. Day 3Feb 6
    Aeolian volcano island from the air, off Sicily
  4. Day 4Feb 7

    At sea

  5. Day 5Feb 8
  6. Day 6Feb 9
    Ephesus (Kuşadasi)
  7. Day 7Feb 10

    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 8Feb 11

    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 Vela

Viking Vela 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, with the Living Room, Infinity Pool, The Theater and Sports Deck.

Year built
2024
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 Vela sailings

Deck plans

Deck 1
Viking Vela, 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

    $3,499

  • 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

    $3,999

  • Standard

  • French Balcony

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

Dates and prices

7 nights, Journey to Antiquities

On Viking Vela

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Questions about Journey to Antiquities on Viking Vela

How much does the Journey to Antiquities cruise on Viking Vela cost?

Fares start at $3,499 per person (Veranda). Lowest current fare by cabin type: Veranda $3,499 and Suite $3,999. Taxes & fees included.

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

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

What is included in the fare?

Taxes & fees included.

What is the cheapest date for this cruise?

Of 25 dates with a current fare, Jan 3, 2027 on Viking Saturn is lowest at $2,599 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.

Veranda$3,499