Viking Sky, Cities of Antiquity & Holy Lands ex Rome to Athens – 19 Jan 2022

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Join us as we usher in a new era of ocean cruising by taking the innovative thinking behind our award-winning river cruises and bringing it to the epic setting of the sea. Immerse yourself in your destination with regional cuisine, cultural lectures, a Nordic-inspired spa and magnificent views from spacious public areas.

Owning and operating the world’s largest fleet of river cruise ships—and now three new ocean vessels—has advantages for our guests. When you cruise with Viking, you benefit from a level of expertise second to none.

We have a history of providing our guests with a way to get below the surface, not just “checking off” each port. That’s why our ocean cruises are centered around where you go, not just how you get there, with hand-picked itineraries so you can immerse yourself in history, music, art, cuisine – everything about your destination. In addition, we include excursions led by knowledgeable local guides in every port of call. You learn about the lands through which you travel via enriching lectures that bring history to life; through cultural adventures; in-depth pre-trip materials; and on-demand programming, all designed to help you experience the most from your travels.

Veranda staterooms in this category are approximately 270 square-feet and can be found toward the back of the ship on Deck 3.

Our Veranda staterooms are comfortable retreats where you will enjoy both in and outdoor space.

Priority Access
11:00 a.m. embarkation
3:00 p.m. priority stateroom access

Included in Stateroom
King-size Viking Explorer bed with luxury linens
Large flat-screen LCD TV
Luxury toiletries
Direct dial satellite phone & cell service
Security safe, hair dryer, 110/220 volt outlets

Complimentary
Wi-Fi
Interactive TV & movies-on-demand
24-hour room service

Veranda staterooms in this category are approximately 270 square-feet and can be found toward the front of the ship on Deck 3.

Our Veranda staterooms are comfortable retreats where you will enjoy both in and outdoor space.

Priority Access
11:00 a.m. embarkation
3:00 p.m. priority stateroom access

Included in Stateroom
King-size Viking Explorer bed with luxury linens
Large flat-screen LCD TV
Luxury toiletries
Direct dial satellite phone & cell service
Security safe, hair dryer, 110/220 volt outlets

Complimentary
Wi-Fi
Interactive TV & movies-on-demand
24-hour room service

Deluxe Veranda staterooms in this category are approximately 270 square-feet and can be found on Deck 3.

Upgrade your experience with a Deluxe Veranda stateroom, located throughout the ship that includes guaranteed reservations in our specialty restaurants and priority reservations in The Restaurant.

Priority Access
11:00 a.m. embarkation 2:00 p.m. priority stateroom access
Priority shore excursion reservations
1 guaranteed priority reservations at each specialty restaurant (60 days prior to departure)
Priority main dining room reservations (60 days prior to departure)

Included in Stateroom
King-size Viking Explorer bed with luxury linens
Large flat-screen LCD TV
Mini-bar with soft drinks, water & snacks, replenished daily
In-suite binoculars, coffee maker & cashmere blanket
Luxury robes, slippers & toiletries
Direct dial satellite phone & cell service
Security safe, hair dryer, 110/220 volt outlets

Complimentary
Wi-Fi
Interactive TV & movies-on-demand
24-hour room service

Deluxe Veranda staterooms in this category are approximately 270 square-feet and can be found toward the front of the ship on Deck 4.

Upgrade your experience with a Deluxe Veranda stateroom, located throughout the ship that includes guaranteed reservations in our specialty restaurants and priority reservations in The Restaurant.

Priority Access
11:00 a.m. embarkation 2:00 p.m. priority stateroom access
Priority shore excursion reservations
1 guaranteed priority reservations at each specialty restaurant (60 days prior to departure)
Priority main dining room reservations (60 days prior to departure)

Included in Stateroom
King-size Viking Explorer bed with luxury linens
Large flat-screen LCD TV
Mini-bar with soft drinks, water & snacks, replenished daily
In-suite binoculars, coffee maker & cashmere blanket
Luxury robes, slippers & toiletries
Direct dial satellite phone & cell service
Security safe, hair dryer, 110/220 volt outlets

Complimentary
Wi-Fi
Interactive TV & movies-on-demand
24-hour room service

Deluxe Veranda staterooms in this category are approximately 270 square-feet and can be found mid-ship on Deck 4.

Upgrade your experience with a Deluxe Veranda stateroom, located throughout the ship that includes guaranteed reservations in our specialty restaurants and priority reservations in The Restaurant.

Priority Access
11:00 a.m. embarkation 2:00 p.m. priority stateroom access
Priority shore excursion reservations
1 guaranteed priority reservations at each specialty restaurant (60 days prior to departure)
Priority main dining room reservations (60 days prior to departure)

Included in Stateroom
King-size Viking Explorer bed with luxury linens
Large flat-screen LCD TV
Mini-bar with soft drinks, water & snacks, replenished daily
In-suite binoculars, coffee maker & cashmere blanket
Luxury robes, slippers & toiletries
Direct dial satellite phone & cell service
Security safe, hair dryer, 110/220 volt outlets

Complimentary
Wi-Fi
Interactive TV & movies-on-demand
24-hour room service

Deluxe Veranda staterooms in this category are approximately 270 square-feet and can be found on Deck 5.

Upgrade your experience with a Deluxe Veranda stateroom, located throughout the ship that includes guaranteed reservations in our specialty restaurants and priority reservations in The Restaurant.

Priority Access
11:00 a.m. embarkation 2:00 p.m. priority stateroom access
Priority shore excursion reservations
1 guaranteed priority reservations at each specialty restaurant (60 days prior to departure)
Priority main dining room reservations (60 days prior to departure)

Included in Stateroom
King-size Viking Explorer bed with luxury linens
Large flat-screen LCD TV
Mini-bar with soft drinks, water & snacks, replenished daily
In-suite binoculars, coffee maker & cashmere blanket
Luxury robes, slippers & toiletries
Direct dial satellite phone & cell service
Security safe, hair dryer, 110/220 volt outlets

Complimentary
Wi-Fi
Interactive TV & movies-on-demand
24-hour room service

Deluxe Veranda staterooms in this category are approximately 270 square-feet and can be found on Decks 5 and 6.

Upgrade your experience with a Deluxe Veranda stateroom, located throughout the ship that includes guaranteed reservations in our specialty restaurants and priority reservations in The Restaurant.

Priority Access
11:00 a.m. embarkation 2:00 p.m. priority stateroom access
Priority shore excursion reservations
1 guaranteed priority reservations at each specialty restaurant (60 days prior to departure)
Priority main dining room reservations (60 days prior to departure)

Included in Stateroom
King-size Viking Explorer bed with luxury linens
Large flat-screen LCD TV
Mini-bar with soft drinks, water & snacks, replenished daily
In-suite binoculars, coffee maker & cashmere blanket
Luxury robes, slippers & toiletries
Direct dial satellite phone & cell service
Security safe, hair dryer, 110/220 volt outlets

Complimentary
Wi-Fi
Interactive TV & movies-on-demand
24-hour room service

Deluxe Veranda staterooms in this category are approximately 270 square-feet and can be found on Decks 3, 4, 5, 7, and 8.

Upgrade your experience with a Deluxe Veranda stateroom, located throughout the ship that includes guaranteed reservations in our specialty restaurants and priority reservations in The Restaurant.

Priority Access
11:00 a.m. embarkation 2:00 p.m. priority stateroom access
Priority shore excursion reservations
1 guaranteed priority reservations at each specialty restaurant (60 days prior to departure)
Priority main dining room reservations (60 days prior to departure)

Included in Stateroom
King-size Viking Explorer bed with luxury linens
Large flat-screen LCD TV
Mini-bar with soft drinks, water & snacks, replenished daily
In-suite binoculars, coffee maker & cashmere blanket
Luxury robes, slippers & toiletries
Direct dial satellite phone & cell service
Security safe, hair dryer, 110/220 volt outlets

Complimentary
Wi-Fi
Interactive TV & movies-on-demand
24-hour room service

Penthouse Veranda staterooms in this category are approximately 338 square-feet and can be found on Deck 4.

The ultimate combination of deluxe comfort and value, Penthouse Verandas feature a generous sitting area and a spacious bathroom with luxury shower and toiletries.

Priority Access
11:00 a.m. embarkation
1:00 p.m. priority stateroom access
Priority shore excursion reservations
2 guaranteed priority reservations at each speciality restaurant (70 days prior to departure)
Priority main dining room reservations (70 days prior to departure)

Included in Stateroom
King-size Viking Explorer bed with luxury linens
Large flat-screen LCD TV
Mini-bar with alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, water & snacks, replenished daily
In-suite binoculars, coffee maker & cashmere blanket
Luxury robes, slippers & toiletries
Direct dial satellite phone & cell service
Security safe, hair dryer, 110/220 volt outlets

Complimentary
Wi-Fi
Interactive TV & movies-on-demand
24-hour room service
Shoe shine & pressing

Penthouse Veranda staterooms in this category are approximately 338 square-feet and can be found on Deck 5.

The ultimate combination of deluxe comfort and value, Penthouse Verandas feature a generous sitting area and a spacious bathroom with luxury shower and toiletries.

Priority Access
11:00 a.m. embarkation
1:00 p.m. priority stateroom access
Priority shore excursion reservations
2 guaranteed priority reservations at each speciality restaurant (70 days prior to departure)
Priority main dining room reservations (70 days prior to departure)

Included in Stateroom
King-size Viking Explorer bed with luxury linens
Large flat-screen LCD TV
Mini-bar with alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, water & snacks, replenished daily
In-suite binoculars, coffee maker & cashmere blanket
Luxury robes, slippers & toiletries
Direct dial satellite phone & cell service
Security safe, hair dryer, 110/220 volt outlets

Complimentary
Wi-Fi
Interactive TV & movies-on-demand
24-hour room service
Shoe shine & pressing

Penthouse Veranda staterooms in this category are approximately 338 square-feet and can be found on Decks 5 and 6.

The ultimate combination of deluxe comfort and value, Penthouse Verandas feature a generous sitting area and a spacious bathroom with luxury shower and toiletries.

Priority Access
11:00 a.m. embarkation
1:00 p.m. priority stateroom access
Priority shore excursion reservations
2 guaranteed priority reservations at each speciality restaurant (70 days prior to departure)
Priority main dining room reservations (70 days prior to departure)

Included in Stateroom
King-size Viking Explorer bed with luxury linens
Large flat-screen LCD TV
Mini-bar with alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, water & snacks, replenished daily
In-suite binoculars, coffee maker & cashmere blanket
Luxury robes, slippers & toiletries
Direct dial satellite phone & cell service
Security safe, hair dryer, 110/220 volt outlets

Complimentary
Wi-Fi
Interactive TV & movies-on-demand
24-hour room service
Shoe shine & pressing

Penthouse Jr. Suites in this category are approximately 405 square-feet and can be found on Deck 6.

Located toward the front of the ship, these beautiful two-room junior suites offer quick and easy access to the Explorers’ Lounge, Spa, Star Theatre, and Wintergarden.


Priority Access
11:00 a.m. embarkation
11:00 a.m. priority stateroom access
Priority shore excursion reservations
3 guaranteed priority reservations at each specialty restaurant (80 days prior to departure)
Priority main dining room reservations (80 days prior to departure)

Included in Stateroom
King-size Viking Explorer bed with luxury linens
Large flat-screen LCD TV
Mini-bar with alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, water & snacks, replenished daily
In-suite binoculars, coffee maker & cashmere blanket
Luxury robes, slippers & toiletries
Direct dial satellite phone & cell service
Security safe, hair dryer, 110/220 volt outlets

Complimentary
Wi-Fi
Interactive TV & movies-on-demand
24-hour room service
Laundry, dry cleaning, shoe shine & pressing
Bottle of champagne

Penthouse Jr. Suites in this category are approximately 405 square-feet and can be found on Deck 7.

Located toward the front of the ship, these beautiful two-room junior suites offer quick and easy access to the Explorers’ Lounge, Spa, Star Theatre, and Wintergarden.


Priority Access
11:00 a.m. embarkation
11:00 a.m. priority stateroom access
Priority shore excursion reservations
3 guaranteed priority reservations at each specialty restaurant (80 days prior to departure)
Priority main dining room reservations (80 days prior to departure)

Included in Stateroom
King-size Viking Explorer bed with luxury linens
Large flat-screen LCD TV
Mini-bar with alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, water & snacks, replenished daily
In-suite binoculars, coffee maker & cashmere blanket
Luxury robes, slippers & toiletries
Direct dial satellite phone & cell service
Security safe, hair dryer, 110/220 volt outlets

Complimentary
Wi-Fi
Interactive TV & movies-on-demand
24-hour room service
Laundry, dry cleaning, shoe shine & pressing
Bottle of champagne

Penthouse Jr. Suites in this category are approximately 405 square-feet and can be found on Deck 8.

Located toward the front of the ship, these beautiful two-room junior suites offer quick and easy access to the Explorers’ Lounge, Spa, Star Theatre, and Wintergarden.


Priority Access
11:00 a.m. embarkation
11:00 a.m. priority stateroom access
Priority shore excursion reservations
3 guaranteed priority reservations at each specialty restaurant (80 days prior to departure)
Priority main dining room reservations (80 days prior to departure)

Included in Stateroom
King-size Viking Explorer bed with luxury linens
Large flat-screen LCD TV
Mini-bar with alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, water & snacks, replenished daily
In-suite binoculars, coffee maker & cashmere blanket
Luxury robes, slippers & toiletries
Direct dial satellite phone & cell service
Security safe, hair dryer, 110/220 volt outlets

Complimentary
Wi-Fi
Interactive TV & movies-on-demand
24-hour room service
Laundry, dry cleaning, shoe shine & pressing
Bottle of champagne

Explorer Suites in this category can be found at the front and back of the ship on Deck 3.

Priority Access
11:00 a.m. embarkation
11:00 a.m. priority stateroom access
Priority shore excursion reservations
3 guaranteed priority reservations at each specialty restaurant (90 days prior to departure)
Priority main dining room reservations (90 days prior to departure)

Included in Suite
King-size Viking Explorer bed with luxury linens
Large flat-screen LCD TV
Mini-bar with alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, water & snacks, replenished daily
In-suite binoculars, coffee maker & cashmere blanket
Luxury robes, slippers & toiletries
Direct dial satellite phone & cell service
Security safe, hair dryer, 110/220 volt outlets

Complimentary
Wi-Fi
Interactive TV & movies-on-demand
24-hour room service
Laundry, dry cleaning, shoe shine & pressing
Bottle of champagne

Explorer Suites in this category can be found at the back of the ship on Decks 4, 5, and 6.

Priority Access
11:00 a.m. embarkation
11:00 a.m. priority stateroom access
Priority shore excursion reservations
3 guaranteed priority reservations at each specialty restaurant (90 days prior to departure)
Priority main dining room reservations (90 days prior to departure)

Included in Suite
King-size Viking Explorer bed with luxury linens
Large flat-screen LCD TV
Mini-bar with alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, water & snacks, replenished daily
In-suite binoculars, coffee maker & cashmere blanket
Luxury robes, slippers & toiletries
Direct dial satellite phone & cell service
Security safe, hair dryer, 110/220 volt outlets

Complimentary
Wi-Fi
Interactive TV & movies-on-demand
24-hour room service
Laundry, dry cleaning, shoe shine & pressing
Bottle of champagne

Explorer Suites in this category can be found at the front of the ship on Decks 4 and 5.

Priority Access
11:00 a.m. embarkation
11:00 a.m. priority stateroom access
Priority shore excursion reservations
3 guaranteed priority reservations at each specialty restaurant (90 days prior to departure)
Priority main dining room reservations (90 days prior to departure)

Included in Suite
King-size Viking Explorer bed with luxury linens
Large flat-screen LCD TV
Mini-bar with alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, water & snacks, replenished daily
In-suite binoculars, coffee maker & cashmere blanket
Luxury robes, slippers & toiletries
Direct dial satellite phone & cell service
Security safe, hair dryer, 110/220 volt outlets

Complimentary
Wi-Fi
Interactive TV & movies-on-demand
24-hour room service
Laundry, dry cleaning, shoe shine & pressing
Bottle of champagne

The Owner’s Suite is approximately 1,448 square-feet and can be found on Deck 7.

Priority Access
11:00 a.m. embarkation
11:00 a.m. priority stateroom access
Priority shore excursion reservations
3 guaranteed priority reservations at each specialty restaurant (90 days prior to departure)
Priority main dining room reservations (90 days prior to departure)

Included in Suite
King-size Viking Explorer bed with luxury linens
Large flat-screen LCD TV
Mini-bar with alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, water & snacks, replenished daily
In-suite binoculars, coffee maker & cashmere blanket
Luxury robes, slippers & toiletries
Direct dial satellite phone & cell service
Security safe, hair dryer, 110/220 volt outlets

Complimentary
Wi-Fi
Interactive TV & movies-on-demand
24-hour room service
Laundry, dry cleaning, shoe shine & pressing
Bottle of champagne

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Expand your horizons on comfortable, state-of-the-art ships, intimate and thoughtfully created 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, we’ve designed our ships with a unique onboard experience in mind, from the serene Wintergarden, perfect for a calming cup of tea; to The Spa, a Nordic sanctuary of wellness; to the 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.

Ship Profile & Stats

  • Length: 227 metres
  • Tonnage: 47,800 tonnes
  • Maiden Voyage: 2016
  • Passenger Capacity (dbl): 930
  • Crew Nationality: European
  • Officer Nationality: European
  • Dining Staff Nationality: European

Ship Facilities

  • Swimming Pool
  • Shop
  • Self Service Laundry
  • Salon
  • Pool Grill
  • Pool Bar
  • Outdoor Movie Screen by Pool
  • Outdoor Gym and Yoga Area
  • Medical Centre
  • Lanai
  • Hot Tub
  • World Cafe
  • Wintergarden
  • Viking Deli
  • The Sky Theatre
  • The Spa
  • The Restaurant
  • The Kitchen Table
  • The Italian Grill
  • The Chef’s Table
  • Fitness Centre
  • Explorer’s Lounge
  • Cinema
  • Atrium Lobby Lounge
  • Aquavit Terrace


Cruise Itinerary

DateActivityArriveDepart
19 Jan '22
Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy
20 Jan '22
Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy
21 Jan '22
Naples, Italy
22 Jan '22 At sea    
23 Jan '22
Heraklion, Greece
24 Jan '22 At sea    
25 Jan '22
Ashdod (Jerusalem), Israel
26 Jan '22
Haifa, Israel
27 Jan '22
Haifa, Israel
28 Jan '22
Limassol, Cyprus
29 Jan '22 At sea    
30 Jan '22
Rhodes, Greece
31 Jan '22
Mykonos, Greece
01 Feb '22
Athens (Piraeus) Greece
02 Feb '22
Athens (Piraeus) Greece

All itineraries and ports of call at the discretion of the cruise line subject to local weather conditions and may change without notice.

14 Night Cruise sailing from Rome to Athens aboard Viking Sky.

Explore the revered and the sacred

Witness the revered and the sacred during an inspiring 15-day cruise into the eastern Mediterranean framed by enriching onboard overnight stays in Rome and Athens. From Naples, you can explore the ancient city of Pompeii. Call on Crete, home of the legendary Minotaur. From your port in Ashdod, Israel, discover the holy sites of Jerusalem and Bethlehem. An overnight stay in Haifa lets you explore further, perhaps visiting Nazareth and the Sea of Galilee. Visit the Cypriot city of Limassol and the Greek islands of Rhodes and Mykonos. Join us on a timeless journey that unravels secrets of the ancients.

Highlights of this cruise:

Rome
Rome is one of the most popular cities in the world and is a history lesson in itself. Key sites include the Vatican City, The Forum, the Colosseum and the ruins of the Circus Maximus. There are many museums and art galleries, with works by Raphael, Bottecelli, Pinturicchio and Belini and many more.

The Vatican City has many spectacular buildings and churches to visit principle amongst which is the Sistine Chapel with its Michelangelo ceiling. It is the world’s smallest independent sovereign state and also features St. Peter’s Basilica was built over 1,500 years ago the Vatican Library hand the Vatican Garden.

Modern Rome is a city of restaurants, open piazza’s, wonderful shopping and more.

Heraklion
Heraklion or Iraklion, is the largest city and the capital of Crete, Greece. It is one of the two main ports on the island and was once the harbor for Knossos, the largest palace and most powerful Minoan center on the island.The ruins of Knossos, which were excavated and restored by Arthur Evans, are nearby.

Attractions include central square which is surrounded by cafes, stores and restaurants and dominated by the fountain of the Lions. The central market coffee house, the Archaelogical Museum of Iraklion and the Historical museum of Iraklion are also worth visiting.

Visitors to the old part of the city can walk following the old Venetian walls that meet at a bastion, called “Koules”, which dominates the old harbour of the city . Amoundara, the city’s beach area, is also a popular place for tourists.

Rhodes
The Island of Rhodes is the sunniest place in Europe; it averages 300 days of sunshine per year. It is the fourth largest island in Greece. Occupied by Italy until only 56 years ago, it is now “occupied” by thousands of enthralled international visitors.

The “palia poli” (the old city) is the medieval city of Rhodes, surrounded by a high defensive wall. It is one of the few medieval cities still inhabited in its largest part, excluding its museums, of course. Walking along its cobbled streets one is reminded of iron-armored horse’s hooves clapping, and steel swords clashing and clanging

The New Town of Rhodes, just a short distance from the Old Town, is where the beaches lie, and where hotels, shops, restaurants, discotheques, and even a casino, are packed together to create a lively ambience. A walk in Rodini Park is a must. This park is perhaps the first landscaped park in the world. It is a couple of kilometers away from the Old Town, and one can see part of the ancient aqueduct system of Rhodes within it.

No visit of Rhodes is complete without visiting Lindos. You’ll find Lindos at a distance of 55 kilometers from Rhodes town, on the eastern side of the island. Built in the 12th Century B.C., it is now a top-class resort, with a fine sandy beach and a tiny lagoon, which reflects the whitewashed houses and the Lindos Acropolis above. The village contains many houses dating from the 16th, 17th, and 18th centuries, which are known as “the houses of the captains.” Their architecture and decoration are unique in the Greek world.

Athens
The port of Piraeus is one of the last old-style Mediterranean ports from where you can catch ferries to all of the Greek islands and travel a short distance to Greece’s capital city Athens.

In the heart of the city lies the ancient Plaka district, with its honeycomb of streets, little shops – and tavernas that come alive at night. Situated on the north and east slopes of the Acropolis, it is rich with historic sites, such as ancient monuments and churches. Within Athens there are eight large hills, including the Acropolis, and on the outskirts, Mount Parnitha, Mount Pendeli and Mount Hymettos surround the city. A trip to Athens’ most famous tourist attraction, the impressive Parthenon built on the Acropolis around 2,500 years ago, will be memorable to say the least.

There are an extraordinary number of historic tourist sights in Athens and many of these are known world-wide. Some of the top Athens attractions include the Agora – a grand, ruined Roman building, Hadrian’s Arch – originally the city gate linking the Roman quarters with original town of Athens and the stunning Dionysos Theatre – the world’s oldest theatre where many great plays have been performed over the years.

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