Viking Star

7-Night Ancient Mediterranean Treasures Cruise from Athens

On Viking Star

Athens (Piraeus), Crete (Heraklion), and Rhodes

Sails Sat, Nov 7, 20267 nightsCruiseOnly
One-wayAthens (Piraeus)Istanbul · 6 ports
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$3,899Save $600 (15%)

$471 / night avg · taxes & fees included


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We've tracked this sailing for 14 days in our daily crawl. Here's how today's fare compares to its own history.

Today: $3,299Lowest tracked: $3,299
This sailing's fareLowest recorded
vs. recent high
15% below recent high
14-day low
$3,299
14-day high
$3,899
14-day avg
$3,535

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Day by day

Your 7-night itinerary

8 ports on this sailing.

Itinerary map
Athens (Piraeus) → Crete (Heraklion) → Rhodes → Ephesus (Kusadasi) → Troy (Canakkale) → Istanbul
  1. Day 11
    Athens (Piraeus)Embark
    Sailings from Athens (Piraeus)
  2. Day 22
    Athens (Piraeus)

    Departs 6:00 PM

    Cruises visiting Athens (Piraeus)
  3. Day 33
    Crete (Heraklion)

    Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 6:00 PM

    Cruises visiting Crete (Heraklion)
  4. Day 44
    Rhodes

    Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 6:00 PM

    Cruises visiting Rhodes
  5. Day 55
    Ephesus (Kusadasi)

    Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 6:00 PM

    Cruises visiting Ephesus (Kusadasi)
  6. Day 66
    Troy (Canakkale)

    Arrives 11:30 AM · Departs 6:00 PM

    Cruises visiting Troy (Canakkale)
  7. Day 77
    Istanbul

    Arrives 7:00 AM

    Cruises visiting Istanbul
  8. Day 88
    IstanbulDisembark
    Sailings from Istanbul

Cabins & suites

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  • Suite

    Suite

    $5,799$828 / night
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    Balcony

    Balcony

    $3,299$471 / night

Ship experience

Onboard dining, entertainment, and venues

About this ship

Expand your horizons on an elegant ship that is genuinely human in scale and thoughtfully designed by experienced nautical architects and designers to enrich your interaction with your destination in every way. Whether you seek to expand your palate, your knowledge, or just your circle of friends with like-minded people, Viking has crafted Viking Star down to the most minute detail, from the serene Wintergarden, perfect for a calming cup of tea; to The Spa, a Nordic sanctuary of wellness; to the ship’s library, carefully curated with books to add to your knowledge. Not to mention inspiring onboard talks that help you understand every destination in depth. All set in tasteful, understated elegance. And all designed to deliver a life-enriching experience that stays with you forever.

Ports of call

Where you stop and how long you stay

What's included & extra

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Included

  • Main dining rooms Traditional complimentary dining
  • Pools & fitness Ship amenities vary by vessel
  • Dining
  • Outdoor Activities

Extra cost

  • Pool Grill For a relaxed lunch or afternoon snack, the Pool Grill serves casual fare prepared to order. Choose
  • Explorer's Lounge With two-story panoramic windows for maximum views, the Explorers’ Lounge is inspired by epic journe
  • Pool Bar Pool Bar
  • Entertainment & Nightlife Snow Grotto, the frosty spa retreat is kept below freezing and boasts flurries of powdery snow descending from the ceili
  • Wellness After a day of exploration or a relaxing day at sea, indulge in The Spa, a soothing sanctuary of Nordic wellness. Whethe
  • Fitness Center The Viking Ocean has a great spa area and several workout areas to help you burn off the calories fr
  • Specialty dining Reservations and cover charges may apply
  • Spa & salon Treatments at additional cost

Policies & FAQ

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Ship specifications

Bars / Lounges
2
Beam
95 ft (28.8 m)
Dining / Restaurants
6
Elevator / Lift
6
Fitness Center
Yes
Gross Tonnage
48,000
Kids Friendly
No
Maximum Speed
20 knots
Non Smoking Dining
Yes
Non Smoking Ship
No
Number of Crew
602
Number of Decks
14
Number of Pools
2
Number of Staterooms
465
Number of Suites
46
Passenger Capacity
930
Registry
Norway
Ship Length
745 ft (227.1 m)
Spa
Yes
Wheelchair Accessible
Yes
Year Built
2015

Prices shown are per person, based on double occupancy, and include taxes and port fees where available. Gratuities and optional extras are not included. All fares are subject to availability and may change. Final pricing will be confirmed at time of booking.

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Sail date

Sat, Nov 7, 2026

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Price dropped

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$3,899Save $600

$471 / night avg

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