Viking Ocean Cruises

Daily Itinerary

1. Day 1

   Athens (Piraeus), Greece

   Greece

   

   Piraeus, the bustling port city of Athens, is a vibrant blend of ancient history and modern charm, inviting travelers to explore its rich culture. Must-do experiences include savoring traditional Greek dishes at the Varvakeios Agora and embarking on day trips to nearby islands like Symi and Nydri. The best time to visit is during the spring and fall when the weather is pleasant and the tourist crowds are fewer.

2. Day 2

   Katakolon

   Greece

   

   Katakolon is the unassuming port that holds an extraordinary secret: just fourteen kilometres inland lies ancient Olympia, birthplace of the Olympic Games and one of the most sacred sites in the ancient world. The Archaeological Museum of Olympia — housing the breathtaking sculptures from the Temple of Zeus — ranks among Greece's finest, while walking the original stadium still sends a current of wonder through even the most seasoned traveller. The village itself charms with whitewashed tavernas and a relaxed pace that feels authentically Greek. Katakolon is best visited April through October; late spring and early autumn offer ideal temperatures for the Olympia excursion.

3. Day 3

   Corfu

   Greece

   

   Where Homer placed the island of the Phaeacians and four centuries of Venetian rule left their most enduring Mediterranean legacy, Corfu is a singular island of extraordinary historical depth and natural beauty. The UNESCO-listed Old Town — its narrow Kantounia alleyways, the elegant Liston arcade, and twin Venetian fortresses — is the finest preserved Venetian streetscape in Greece. Beyond the town, secret coves, olive groves of immense antiquity, and mountain villages offer weeks of unhurried discovery. May through June and September offer perfect conditions: warm sea temperatures, clear skies, and the island before or after its summer crescendo.

4. Day 4

   Kotor

   Montenegro

   

   The port of Kotor, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is renowned for its stunning natural beauty and rich historical tapestry. A must-do experience includes wandering the cobblestone streets of the Old Town, where culinary delights like "kacamak" and fresh seafood await. The best time to visit is during the spring or early fall, when the weather is pleasant and the crowds are fewer.

5. Day 5

   Dubrovnik

   Croatia

   

   Dubrovnik, Croatia's stunning port city, is a blend of rich history, dramatic architecture, and vibrant culture, making it a must-visit destination. Don't miss a stroll along the city walls for breathtaking views and savor local dishes like "peka" and "black risotto." The best time to visit is in late spring or early fall when the weather is pleasant and the crowds are thinner.

6. Day 6

   Split

   Croatia

   

   Split, Croatia's vibrant port city, is a unique blend of ancient history and modern life, centered around the remarkable Diocletian's Palace. Must-do experiences include savoring local dishes like pašticada and exploring the bustling markets. The best time to visit is during the spring and early fall, when the weather is pleasant and the tourist crowds are more manageable.

7. Day 7

   Chioggia

   Italy

   

8. Day 8

   Chioggia

   Italy

   

9. Day 9

   Chioggia

   Italy

   

10. Day 10

    Sibenik

    Croatia

    

    Šibenik is a captivating port city on the Croatian Adriatic, celebrated for its rich history and stunning architecture, including the UNESCO-listed Cathedral of St. James. A must-do experience is savoring local delicacies like “školjka” and “pašticada” at the bustling fish market. The best time to visit is during the summer months when the city comes alive with cultural events and vibrant local life.

11. Day 11

    Bari

    Italy

    

    Bari, Puglia's ancient capital on the Adriatic, has served as a bridge between Western Europe and the Eastern Mediterranean for over two millennia — a heritage visible in the magnificent Basilica di San Nicola, one of medieval Christendom's most important pilgrimage churches, and in the labyrinthine Bari Vecchia where elderly women still hand-roll orecchiette in the street. The surrounding region of Puglia is among Italy's most compelling culinary destinations: burrata born in Andria, focaccia barese, and the puglian cuisine that has recently attracted international attention as Rome's and Florence's quieter, more authentic cousin. Visit April through June and September through October; the Trulli of Alberobello are forty minutes south.

12. Day 12

    Crotone

    Italy

    

    Crotone is an ancient Greek colony on Calabria's Ionian coast, where the philosopher Pythagoras once taught and the Castle of Charles V still commands the skyline — a port of profound historical weight that remains wonderfully undiscovered by mass tourism. Visitors should not miss the lone column of the Temple of Hera Lacinia at Capo Colonna and a tasting of sardella with local Cirò wine at a waterfront trattoria. The ideal season stretches from May through October, when warm Mediterranean days and the May festival of the Madonna di Capocolonna bring the city to its most luminous.

13. Day 13

    Messina

    Italy

    

    Messina guards the storied strait that separates Sicily from the Italian mainland — the passage Homer mythologised as Scylla and Charybdis — and its Norman cathedral's astronomical clock, one of the world's largest mechanical clocks, puts on a captivating automated display each noon as gilded figures enact scenes of the Resurrection. The city was catastrophically rebuilt after the 1908 earthquake, but its markets and waterfront convey the fierce energy of a Sicilian port that has witnessed two and a half millennia of Mediterranean history. Messina is the perfect gateway to Taormina, a 40-minute drive into the hills above the Ionian coast, with views of Etna at their most dramatic. Spring and autumn are ideal.

14. Day 14

    Naples

    Italy

    

    Naples — Napoli — is Europe's most operatically alive city, a sun-battered baroque metropolis where Vesuvius broods on the horizon and the streets below pulse with 2,500 years of continuous human drama. The unmissable Museo Archeologico Nazionale houses the world's finest collection of artefacts from Pompeii and Herculaneum, while the Spaccanapoli, the arrow-straight artery that has bisected the city since Greek times, delivers an unfiltered encounter with Neapolitan life. A single slice of pizza Margherita from one of the centro storico's historic pizzerias is a culinary pilgrimage in itself. Visit between April and June or September and October for warmth, manageable crowds, and the city at its golden best.

15. Day 15

    Civitavecchia, Rome

    Italy

    

    Rome's ancient maritime gateway since the Emperor Trajan commissioned its harbour in 106 AD, Civitavecchia is the natural prologue to the Eternal City — just seventy minutes southeast by express rail. The port's Renaissance fortress, designed in part by Michelangelo, anchors a working waterfront that has welcomed travellers for millennia. Beyond Rome's unmissable monuments, consider an afternoon in the Civitavecchia thermal baths, drawing on mineral waters prized since antiquity. Spring and autumn offer the ideal balance of mild weather and manageable crowds for exploring the capital's layered history.

16. Day 16

    Livorno

    Italy

    

    Purpose-built as a Medici utopia in the late sixteenth century, Livorno was conceived from the outset as a city without discrimination — its founding Leggi Livornine granted equal rights to Jews, Christians, Muslims, and merchants of every nation, making it one of the most cosmopolitan cities in Renaissance Europe. Today, the Venetian-style canals of the Venezia Nuova quarter reflect colourful palazzi with a distinctly faded glamour, while the Mercato Centrale's fish counters display the cacciucco ingredients — a robust Livornese brodetto of five sea creatures — that make this port city a pilgrimage for serious eaters. Day trips to Pisa and Lucca are effortless from here. The season runs April through October.

17. Day 17

    Livorno

    Italy

    

    Purpose-built as a Medici utopia in the late sixteenth century, Livorno was conceived from the outset as a city without discrimination — its founding Leggi Livornine granted equal rights to Jews, Christians, Muslims, and merchants of every nation, making it one of the most cosmopolitan cities in Renaissance Europe. Today, the Venetian-style canals of the Venezia Nuova quarter reflect colourful palazzi with a distinctly faded glamour, while the Mercato Centrale's fish counters display the cacciucco ingredients — a robust Livornese brodetto of five sea creatures — that make this port city a pilgrimage for serious eaters. Day trips to Pisa and Lucca are effortless from here. The season runs April through October.

18. Day 18

    Monte Carlo

    Monaco

    

    Monte Carlo, Monaco is a sovereign principality on the French Riviera where centuries of Grimaldi rule have forged an extraordinary concentration of elegance — from the legendary Casino de Monte-Carlo to the cliff-top Oceanographic Museum founded by Prince Albert I. No visit is complete without savouring *barbagiuan* at the Condamine market and exploring the old town of Monaco-Ville, where the cathedral and prince's palace command sweeping Mediterranean views. The most luminous months are May through September, with late spring offering the electric atmosphere of the Grand Prix season alongside gentler crowds and pristine coastal light.

19. Day 19

    Marseille

    France

    

    Founded by Greek sailors in 600 BC, Marseille is France's oldest and most viscerally alive city — a Mediterranean port where the catch is still sold from fishing boat decks at the Vieux-Port each morning beneath the golden Madonna of Notre-Dame de la Garde, gleaming on her basilica above the city. The bouillabaisse served at harbourside institutions such as Chez Fonfon is not merely a dish but a rite, its saffron-stained broth tying Marseille to its Hellenic roots. Explore the dramatic Calanques national park, a coastal labyrinth of turquoise coves just south of the city. Spring and autumn are the finest seasons.

20. Day 20

    Sete

    France

    

    Sète is a canal-laced fishing port on France's Languedoc coast, built around the terminus of the Canal du Midi and crowned by the panoramic heights of Mont Saint-Clair. Visitors should not miss the iconic *tielle sétoise* pastry paired with Bouzigues oysters at the covered market, and the contemplative walk through the Cimetière Marin above the Mediterranean. Late spring through early autumn offers the finest conditions, with September bringing warm seas, golden light, and the spirited jousting tournaments on the canal that have defined Sète's character for over three hundred years.

21. Day 21

    Barcelona

    Spain

    

    Barcelona is the city where Roman history, Gothic grandeur, and Gaudí's delirious Modernisme collide in a Mediterranean coastal capital of astonishing energy and beauty. The Sagrada Família — still under construction after 140 years — continues its audacious ascent toward completion, while the Gothic Quarter's Roman-era foundations and the Passeig de Gràcia's extraordinary concentration of Modernisme masterpieces reward days of exploration. For a complete sensory experience, lose an afternoon in the covered labyrinth of La Boqueria market before descending to the waterfront for Catalan seafood at its finest. May through June and September through October offer the most pleasant weather; the city connects directly to Paris by overnight train.

22. Day 22

    Barcelona

    Spain

    

    Barcelona is the city where Roman history, Gothic grandeur, and Gaudí's delirious Modernisme collide in a Mediterranean coastal capital of astonishing energy and beauty. The Sagrada Família — still under construction after 140 years — continues its audacious ascent toward completion, while the Gothic Quarter's Roman-era foundations and the Passeig de Gràcia's extraordinary concentration of Modernisme masterpieces reward days of exploration. For a complete sensory experience, lose an afternoon in the covered labyrinth of La Boqueria market before descending to the waterfront for Catalan seafood at its finest. May through June and September through October offer the most pleasant weather; the city connects directly to Paris by overnight train.

Cabin Categories

Deluxe Veranda

Balcony

270 sq ftMax 2DV5

Deluxe Veranda Stateroom

King or Twin ConfigurationShowerToiletries ProvidedRoom Service AvailableFree Mini BarTV+7

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Deluxe Veranda

Balcony

270 sq ftMax 2DV6

Deluxe Veranda Stateroom

King or Twin ConfigurationShowerToiletries ProvidedRoom Service AvailableFree Mini BarTV+7

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Deluxe Veranda

Balcony

270 sq ftMax 2DV2

Deluxe Veranda Stateroom

King or Twin ConfigurationShowerToiletries ProvidedRoom Service AvailableFree Mini BarTV+7

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Deluxe Veranda

Balcony

270 sq ftMax 2DV1

Deluxe Veranda Stateroom

King or Twin ConfigurationShowerToiletries ProvidedRoom Service AvailableFree Mini BarTV+7

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Deluxe Veranda

Balcony

270 sq ftMax 2DV3

Deluxe Veranda Stateroom

King or Twin ConfigurationShowerToiletries ProvidedRoom Service AvailableFree Mini BarTV+7

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Deluxe Veranda

Balcony

270 sq ftMax 2DV4

Deluxe Veranda Stateroom

King or Twin ConfigurationShowerToiletries ProvidedRoom Service AvailableFree Mini BarTV+7

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Deluxe Veranda Stateroom

balcony

DV

Stateroom size: 288 sq ft (includes private veranda) Ocean-view stateroom with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door opening to full-size veranda 11 AM Embarkation 2 PM stateroom access Priority shore excursion reservations 107 days prior to departure. 1 priority reservation at each alternative restaurant 60 days prior to departure Priority spa treatment bookings 60 days prior to departure King-size Viking Explorer Bed (optional twin-bed configuration) with luxury linens & pillows Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary) 42" flat-screen TV featuring MSNBC, FOX News, National Geographic and more 110/220 volt outlets & USB ports Large private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower, heated floor, anti-fog mirror & hair dryer Premium Freyja® toiletries Plush robes & slippers Direct-dial satellite phone & cell service Security safe Individual climate control Purified water refilled daily Mini-bar with soft drinks, water & snacks (replenished once daily) Binoculars Traditional Norwegian Marius-weave blanket Personal coffee machine with premium coffee & tea selections Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping 24-hour room service Under-bed suitcase storage space Spacious drawers & closet with wooden hangers

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Penthouse Veranda

Balcony

360 sq ftMax 2PV2

Penthouse Veranda Stateroom

King or Twin ConfigurationShowerToiletries ProvidedRoom Service AvailableFree Mini BarTV+8

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Penthouse Veranda

Balcony

360 sq ftMax 2PV3

Penthouse Veranda Stateroom

King or Twin ConfigurationShowerToiletries ProvidedRoom Service AvailableFree Mini BarTV+8

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Penthouse Veranda

Balcony

360 sq ftMax 2PV1

Penthouse Veranda Stateroom

King or Twin ConfigurationShowerToiletries ProvidedRoom Service AvailableFree Mini BarTV+8

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Penthouse Veranda Stateroom

balcony

PV

Stateroom size: 360 sq ft (includes private veranda) Ocean-view stateroom with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door opening to full-size veranda 11 AM Embarkation 1 PM stateroom access Priority shore excursion reservations 117 days prior to departure 2 priority reservations at each alternative restaurant 70 days prior to departure Priority spa treatment bookings 70 days prior to departure King-size Viking Explorer Bed (optional twin-bed configuration) with luxury linens & pillows Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary) 42" flat-screen TV featuring MSNBC, FOX News, National Geographic and more 110/220 volt outlets & USB ports Large private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower, heated floor, anti-fog mirror & hair dryer Premium Freyja® toiletries Plush robes & slippers Direct-dial satellite phone & cell service Security safe Individual climate control Purified water refilled daily Welcome bottle of champagne Mini-bar with alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, water & snacks (replenished once daily) Binoculars Traditional Norwegian Marius-weave blanket Personal coffee machine with premium coffee & tea selections Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping 24-hour room service Complimentary pressing & shoe shine services Under-bed suitcase storage space Spacious drawers & closet with wooden hangers

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Veranda

Balcony

288 sq ftMax 2V2

Veranda Stateroom

King or Twin ConfigurationShowerToiletries ProvidedRoom Service AvailableFree Mini BarTV+6

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Veranda

Balcony

288 sq ftMax 2V1

Veranda Stateroom

King or Twin ConfigurationShowerToiletries ProvidedRoom Service AvailableFree Mini BarTV+6

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Veranda Stateroom

balcony

V

Stateroom size: 288 sq ft (includes private veranda) Ocean-view stateroom with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door opening to full-size veranda 11 AM Embarkation 3 PM stateroom access Priority shore excursion reservations 100 days prior to departure King-size Viking Explorer Bed (optional twin-bed configuration) with luxury linens & pillows Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary) 42" flat-screen TV featuring MSNBC, FOX News, National Geographic and more 110/220 volt outlets & USB ports Large private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower, heated floor, anti-fog mirror & hair dryer Premium Freyja® toiletries Plush robes & slippers Direct-dial satellite phone & cell service Security safe Individual climate control Purified water refilled daily Mini-bar with soft drinks, water & snacks Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping 24-hour room service Under-bed suitcase storage space Spacious drawers & closet with wooden hangers

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Explorer Suite

Suite

808–1,215 sq ftMax 2ES2

Explorer Suite

King or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaVanity AreaShowerToiletries ProvidedRoom Service Available+10

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Explorer Suite

Suite

808–1,215 sq ftMax 2ES1

Explorer Suite

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Explorer Suite

suite

ES

Stateroom size: 808–1,215 sq ft (includes private veranda) Ocean-view two-room suite with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door opening to a generous veranda (layout varies) Well-appointed living area & dining area that seats 4 11 AM Embarkation 11 AM priority stateroom access Priority shore excursion reservations 137 days prior to departure 3 priority reservations at each alternative restaurant 90 days prior to departure Priority spa treatment bookings 90 days prior to departure King-size Viking Explorer Bed (optional twin-bed configuration) with luxury linens & pillows Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary) 42" flat-screen TV featuring MSNBC, FOX News, National Geographic and more Additional 42" flat-screen interactive LCD TVs in living area 110/220 volt outlets & USB ports Large private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower, bathtub, double-sink vanity, heated floor, anti-fog mirror & hair dryer Premium Freyja® toiletries Plush robes & slippers Direct-dial satellite phone & cell service Security safe Individual climate control Purified water refilled daily Welcome bottle of champagne Mini-bar with alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, water & snacks (replenished once daily) Binoculars Traditional Norwegian Marius-weave blanket Personal coffee machine with premium coffee & tea selections Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping 24-hour room service Complimentary laundry, pressing & shoe shine services Under-bed suitcase storage space Spacious drawers & closet with wooden hangers

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Explorer Suite

Suite

808–1,215 sq ftMax 2ES3

Explorer Suite

King or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaVanity AreaShowerToiletries ProvidedRoom Service Available+10

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Owner's Suite

Suite

1,448 sq ftMax 2OS

Stateroom size: 1,488 sq ft multi-room suite including expansive private veranda Ocean-view largest multi-room accommodations onboard Separate bedroom suite Spacious, well-appointed living room Separate dining area that seats 6 Private library, wine & music collections curated by Chairman Torstein Hagen Ocean-view dry sauna Boardroom that seats 12 for meetings & catered dinner parties, with first oceangoing vapor-light fireplace Pantry for room service & hosted events 11 AM Embarkation 11 AM priority stateroom access First priority shore excursion booking 147 days prior to departure Complimentary shore excursion with private car & driver (up to 4 guests) in port city of your choice (valued at up to $800) 4 priority reservations at each alternative restaurant 100 days prior to departure First priority spa treatment bookings 100 days prior to departure King-size Viking Explorer Bed with luxury linens & pillows Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary) 42" flat-screen TV featuring MSNBC, FOX News, National Geographic and more Two additional 42" flat-screen interactive LCD TVs in living area and boardroom 110/220 volt outlets & USB ports Large master bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower, double-sink vanity, heated floor, anti-fog mirror & hair dryer, plus two guest bathrooms Premium Freyja® toiletries Plush robes & slippers Direct-dial satellite phone & cell service Security safe Individual climate control Purified water refilled daily Welcome bottle of Veuve Clicquot champagne Mini-bar with alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, water & premium snacks (replenished once daily) Binoculars Traditional Norwegian Marius-weave blanket Personal coffee machine with premium coffee & tea selections Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping 24-hour room service, including service from any restaurant during open hours Daily personalized tea or pre-dinner cocktail & canapés on request Dinner & guided tour with ship officers (subject to availability) Complimentary laundry, pressing & shoe shine services Silver Spirits beverage package included Private arrival/departure transfer in destination Under-bed suitcase storage space Spacious walk-in closet with wooden hangers & drawers

King or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaDining AreaVanity AreaShowerToiletries Provided+12

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Penthouse Junior Suite

Suite

432 sq ftMax 2PS3

Penthouse Junior Suite

King or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaVanity AreaToiletries ProvidedRoom Service AvailableFree Mini Bar+9

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Penthouse Junior Suite

Suite

432 sq ftMax 2PS2

Penthouse Junior Suite

King or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaVanity AreaToiletries ProvidedRoom Service AvailableFree Mini Bar+9

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Penthouse Junior Suite

Suite

432 sq ftMax 2PS1

Penthouse Junior Suite

King or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaVanity AreaToiletries ProvidedRoom Service AvailableFree Mini Bar+9

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Penthouse Junior Suite

suite

PS

Stateroom size: 432 sq ft (includes private veranda) Ocean-view suite with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door opening to a full-size veranda Wheelchair Accessible (#6020, #6021) 11 AM Embarkation 11 AM priority stateroom access Priority shore excursion reservations 127 days prior to departure 3 priority reservations at each alternative restaurant 80 days prior to departure Priority spa treatment bookings 80 days prior to departure King-size Viking Explorer Bed (optional twin-bed configuration) with luxury linens & pillows Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary) 42" flat-screen TV featuring MSNBC, FOX News, National Geographic and more Additional 42" flat-screen interactive LCD TVs in sitting area 110/220 volt outlets & USB ports Large private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower, double-sink vanity, heated floor, anti-fog mirror & hair dryer Premium Freyja® toiletries Plush robes & slippers Direct-dial satellite phone & cell service Security safe Individual climate control Purified water refilled daily Welcome bottle of champagne Mini-bar with alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, water & snacks (replenished once daily) Binoculars Traditional Norwegian Marius-weave blanket Personal coffee machine with premium coffee & tea selections Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping 24-hour room service Complimentary laundry, pressing & shoe shine services Under-bed suitcase storage space Spacious drawers & closet with wooden hangers

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