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JOURNEY TO ANTIQUITIES | VIKING CRUISE LINE
May 5 - 16, 2027
Journey to Antiquities with Viking
Step aboard Viking and journey through the heart of the ancient Mediterranean.
Join Cruisin’ With Susan Travel for an unforgettable voyage where legendary history, beautiful coastlines, fascinating cultures, and Viking’s elegant style of cruising come together.
May 7–14, 2027 | 7-Night Viking Ocean Cruise
Rome (Civitavecchia) to Athens (Piraeus)
Optional pre-cruise night in Rome available May 6
Journey to Antiquities takes you through a region shaped by some of the world’s greatest civilizations. Along the way, discover ancient ruins, historic cities, charming seaside destinations, and spectacular Mediterranean scenery—all while enjoying the comfort and relaxed sophistication of a Viking ocean ship.
Viking makes exploring this remarkable part of the world especially rewarding. With an included excursion in every port, destination-focused enrichment, no children, no casinos, and thoughtfully designed ships with all-veranda staterooms, the experience is centered on discovering the places you’ve traveled so far to see.
Why I Chose This as a Featured Trip
This itinerary offers the kind of travel experience I love recommending: an incredible destination, a thoughtfully planned itinerary, and a cruise line that makes the journey itself part of the experience.
Whether you’ve dreamed of seeing the ancient Mediterranean, are ready to experience Viking for the first time, or simply want a more relaxed and enriching way to explore Europe, Journey to Antiquities is a wonderful opportunity to turn that dream into a real trip.
I’ll be here to help you through the entire process—from selecting your stateroom and arranging flights to travel protection, pre- or post-cruise stays, and preparing for your journey.
Explore the itinerary below, see what’s included, and when you’re ready, click “I’m Interested in This Trip” to learn more—there’s no obligation to book.
Itinerary
Trip Details
Wed, May 5: Rome
Thu, May 6: Rome
Fri, May 7: Civitavecchia, Italy
Sat, May 8: Naples, Italy
Sun, May 9: Messina, Italy
Mon, May 10
Tue, May 11: Suda Bay, Crete, Greece
Wed, May 12: Kusadasi, Turkey
Thu, May 13: Piraeus, Greece
Fri, May 14: Piraeus, Greece
Sat, May 15: Athens
Sun, May 16: Athens
Full Itinerary
EXPERIENCE THE VIKING DIFFERENCE
Viking offers a different kind of ocean cruise—one designed for travelers who want to truly experience the destinations they visit. Rather than focusing on amusement-style attractions and a busy onboard atmosphere, Viking places the emphasis on culture, history, enrichment and relaxed exploration.
Viking’s ocean ships are elegant and comfortable, with a sophisticated Scandinavian design and an adults-only atmosphere. There are no casinos, no children under 18 and no formal nights, creating a quieter and more relaxed way to travel.
One of the things that makes Viking especially appealing is how much is already included in your cruise fare. Guests enjoy:
- One complimentary shore excursion in every port of call
- All onboard dining, including specialty restaurants at no additional charge
- Beer, wine and soft drinks with lunch and dinner
- 24-hour specialty coffees, teas and bottled water
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- 24-hour room service
- Access to the Nordic Spa and Fitness Center
- Enrichment lectures and destination-focused programming
- Self-service laundry facilities
- Port taxes and fees
- A private veranda with every stateroom
Even the staterooms include thoughtful touches such as a king-size Viking Explorer Bed, spacious glass-enclosed shower, heated bathroom floor, premium toiletries, complimentary Movies On Demand and plenty of outlets and USB ports.
On Journey to Antiquities, Viking's destination-focused approach is particularly special. Your days take you into the history of the Roman, Greek, Minoan and Ottoman worlds, while onboard enrichment helps bring the places you're visiting to life.
It's a wonderful combination: spend your days discovering some of the Mediterranean's most fascinating destinations, then return to the comfort and understated elegance of Viking.
WELCOME ABOARD VIKING SEA
Your home as you journey from Rome to Athens will be the beautiful Viking Sea, an elegant, all-veranda ocean ship designed to feel more like an intimate floating hotel than a traditional mega-ship.
Viking's ocean ships are purposely smaller in scale, allowing them to access ports that larger ships may not be able to visit as easily. Inside, you'll find Viking's signature Scandinavian design—light-filled spaces, clean lines, natural materials and comfortable gathering places that create an atmosphere that feels sophisticated without being formal.
Every stateroom features a private veranda, so you'll have your own outdoor space for taking in the Mediterranean scenery.
Throughout the ship, you'll find inviting places to relax and enjoy the journey. Visit the beautiful Explorers' Lounge for panoramic views, enjoy a quiet moment with a book in one of the ship's thoughtfully curated spaces, or relax beside the pool beneath the retractable roof.
Dining is an important part of the Viking experience, with a variety of venues and no additional charge for specialty restaurants. Enjoy regional dishes inspired by the destinations you're visiting alongside familiar favorites, whether you prefer a leisurely dinner, casual meal or dining outdoors.
One of Viking Sea's most distinctive spaces is the Nordic Spa, where guests can enjoy Viking's Scandinavian approach to wellness. Access to the spa facilities is included in your cruise fare, making it easy to unwind after a full day of exploring.
Viking Sea isn't designed to compete with the destinations you're visiting. Instead, the ship complements them—a comfortable, elegant and relaxing place to return to as you travel through Italy, Greece and Turkey.
Your Advisor
Susan Coulter
Cruisin' With Susan Travel
susan@cruisin-susan.com
2173903271