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14 Night Ancient Mediterranean Antiquities

From Civitavecchia (Rome) to Istanbul

Viking Star

Viking Oceans
5 Stars
  • Cruise #: 13912847
  • Departs: Mon, Dec 9, 2024
  • Returns: Mon, Dec 23, 2024
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    Itinerary Summary

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    Monday - Dec 9, 2024
    Day
    1
    Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
    • Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
    Step on board to begin your journey. The ship will be berthed in Civitavecchia, the closest port to the airport and Rome. Relax and settle in to your well-appointed stateroom and take time to get acquainted with the many ship amenities. Perhaps you will unwind at the Infinity Pool or browse the replicas of Viking artifacts at the onboard Viking Heritage exhibit. ...
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    Tuesday - Dec 10, 2024
    Day
    2
    Naples, Italy
    • Naples, Italy
    Naples boasts a long history in a stunning seaside setting and is known mostly for its pizza. The city has long been a major center of Italian culture and was the seat of a powerful independent kingdom for 500 years. So great was its sway that it lured the region's finest architects and artists. In the grand Piazza del Plebiscito, the grand and sweeping public square, the San Francesco di Paola Church flaunts a colonnaded facade reminiscent of the Pantheon in Rome, and the Royal Palace overlooks Neapolitans with statues of all the kings of Naples peering out from alcoves. ...
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    Wednesday - Dec 11, 2024
    Day
    3
    Messina, Italy
    • Messina, Italy
    Today, you will call on the Sicilian city of Messina, celebrated as one of Europe's ten greatest cities when it fell under Spain's purview in the 17th century. Admire the surrounding mountains, picturesque orange and olive groves, and rolling vineyards. You will see the best of the city during a tour, including the expansive Piazza Municipio and the hillside Votive Temple of Christ the King. Or, choose to climb the towering Mt. Etna and marvel at the ancient temples and arenas of Taormina. ...
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    Thursday - Dec 12, 2024
    Day
    4
    Cruising the Ionian Sea
    • Cruising the Ionian Sea
    As you cruise to your next port, spend the day savoring the amenities of your elegant ship. Indulge in Nordic-inspired treatments at The Spa or find your inner calm with some yoga on the Sports Deck. Tonight, dine on thoughtfully prepared cuisine that connects you to the flavors of Italy and the Mediterranean and watch a movie beneath the stars at the Main Pool. ...
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    Friday - Dec 13, 2024
    Day
    5
    Souda Bay, Greece
    • Souda Bay, Greece
    Explore Souda Bay today, an important port since antiquity because of its natural harbor and location along Mediterranean trade routes. Visit the remnants of the once-grand Palace of Knossos, the center of the Minoan kingdom that ruled over the island of Crete from approximately 2600 to 1100 BC. Or, tour an olive oil factory and winery to learn how these ancient Cretan traditions have been influenced by modern production techniques. Alternatively, see the influences of former rulers, such as the Venetians and Ottomans, during a walking tour of Chania's Old Town. ...
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    Saturday - Dec 14, 2024
    Day
    6
    Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey
    • Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey
    Explore ancient times as you discover the life of the Roman civilization in one of the world's oldest cities. Only Roman citizens were permitted to reside in the city center; their impressive homes have been remarkably preserved and are still adorned with colorful frescoes. Alternatively, head out to view the ruins of the Temple of Artemis-one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. The structure was built to resemble the famed Parthenon of Athens and served as a place of worship to the Greek goddess Artemis. ...
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    Sunday - Dec 15, 2024
    Day
    7
    Athens (Port of Piraeus), Greece
    • Athens (Port of Piraeus), Greece
    Today, you will have the entire day to journey into ancient Athens via a panoramic drive, passing the promenade at Mikrolimano Marina as you enter the city's heart. There, you will see the Hellenic Parliament, Syntagma (Constitution) Square, the Panathenaic Stadium, the Temple of Zeus, and the iconic Acropolis. Explore the bustling Plaka District at the base of the Acropolis. Or, as an option, explore the interior of this UNESCO Site; climb 80 steps to the entrance for an unforgettable view of the Parthenon at its peak. ...
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    Monday - Dec 16, 2024
    Day
    8
    Athens (Port of Piraeus), Greece
    • Athens (Port of Piraeus), Greece
    Spend another day in Greece's iconic capital city of Athens, known as the "birthplace of democracy". Visit the acclaimed National Archaeological Museum, with its vast collection of Greek antiquities, and partake of the city's rich cafe culture. Your ship remains docked for a second night, giving you time to take in the wonders of the Acropolis or travel to the Temple of Apollo, where the legendary oracle of Delphi once dispensed her prophetic wisdom. ...
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    Tuesday - Dec 17, 2024
    Day
    9
    Athens (Port of Piraeus), Greece
    • Athens (Port of Piraeus), Greece
    Spend a third day exploring this fascinating ancient city. Perhaps visit the Hellenic Parliament, Syntagma (Constitution) Square, the Panathenaic Stadium, the Temple of Zeus, or the iconic Acropolis. Explore the bustling Plaka District at the base of the Acropolis.
    Wednesday - Dec 18, 2024
    Day
    10
    Heraklion, Greece
    • Heraklion, Greece
    Home to the ancient Minoans and a former Venetian stronghold, Crete harbors a millennia-old history. Greek mythology tells us that Zeus was born here, and Theseus destroyed the Minotaur at Knossos. Later, Saint Titus of Crete preached in Heraklion's streets. Bask in Aegean breezes while exploring the cafe-lined Lions Square and the arched gallery of the celebrated Venetian Loggia. ...
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    Thursday - Dec 19, 2024
    Day
    11
    Rhodes, Greece
    • Rhodes, Greece
    Discover the Old Town of Rhodes today. This "Island of Knights" prospered from the wealth brought here from the Holy Land by the Knights of Saint John of Jerusalem. Follow the Street of the Knights to the most imposing building in Rhodes: the Palace of the Grand Master, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Tour this fascinating building, which was first a castle, then a royal palace. Our berth is near the city's historic quarter, allowing you to linger at your leisure after your included walking tour. Or, opt to visit the Acropolis of Lindos; from its rocky perch, you will have magnificent views of the whitewashed village and harbor below. ...
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    Friday - Dec 20, 2024
    Day
    12
    Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey
    • Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey
    One of antiquity's best-preserved cities, Ephesus offers an unparalleled look into the lives of the ancients. Many of its ruins have endured from the time Ephesus was one of the largest metropolises of the ancient world. Excavations reach back to the 10th century BC, when this city hosted one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World-the Temple of Artemis. Today, Ephesus is still full of wonders: the towering facade of the Library of Celsus, the massive amphitheater that once sat 25,000 spectators, and residences adorned with frescoes. ...
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    Saturday - Dec 21, 2024
    Day
    13
    Canakkale, Turkey
    • Canakkale, Turkey
    Located on the Dardanelles, a key waterway linking the Sea of Marmara to the Aegean Sea, Canakkale was an object of desire dating back to the ancient Greeks. Today, explore Canakkale or the nearby ruins of Troy, once a powerhouse of Asia Minor. The remarkably preserved structures of this UNESCO World Heritage Site provide a glimpse of the region's former glory and offer hints of life here in the days of Alexander the Great and the Roman emperor Augustus. ...
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    Sunday - Dec 22, 2024
    Day
    14
    Istanbul, Turkey
    • Istanbul, Turkey
    Discover where East meets West as you arrive today in Istanbul. Take time to admire this city that straddles two continents across the Bosporus Strait, with its Old Quarter skyline of domes and minarets and the twinkling lights of modern Istanbul across the water. Sample delicious cuisine for a taste of this fusion, combining fresh Mediterranean fare with spices from the Far East and Asia. Enjoy a wealth of religious sites, such as the spectacular Blue Mosque and the legendary Hagia Sophia. ...
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    Monday - Dec 23, 2024
    Day
    15
    Istanbul, Turkey
    • Istanbul, Turkey
    Awake in Istanbul, where you will disembark your ship. From here, you can easily take a few extra days to further explore this historic city with our post-cruise extension.


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