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Ancient Mediterranean Shores

Ship: Viking Saturn   
Departure: Sunday, February 1, 2026
Nights: 11 nights
Departs: Barcelona
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One Way Trip
One
way trip
Duration
11
Nights
Days at Sea
3
Sea Days
Ports
8
Ports
Countries Visted
5
Countries
  • Itinerary

    Ancient Mediterranean Shores

    Ports of call

    To find out more about the itinerary for this cruise, select the itinerary items below.

    Day Date Port of Call Arrival Departure
    1 Sunday, February 1, 2026 Barcelona, Spain Embark 5:00 PM
    View of Barcelona, Spain

    Barcelona, located in Catalonia Spain, is Europe's largest metropolis on the Mediterranean coast, and one of the world’s major global cities. Today, Barcelona balances itself on the cutting edge of architecture, intellectual life, and style. Indeed Barcelona won the 1999 RIBA Royal Gold Medal for its architecture, the first time that the winner has been a city, and not an individual architect. Read more about Barcelona, Spain

    2 Monday, February 2, 2026 Sail The Mediterranean Sea
    3 Tuesday, February 3, 2026 Valletta, Malta 9:00 AM 7:00 PM
    View of Valletta, Malta

    Valletta (aka Belt Valletta, Città Umilissima) - traditionally reserved for the historic walled citadel that serves as Malta's principal administrative district - is the capital city of Malta, located in the central-eastern portion of the island. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is essentially Baroque in style, with elements of Mannerist, Neo-Classical and Modern architecture. Don’t miss the the majestic St John’s Co-Cathedral, with its imposing bastions and a treasure of priceless paintings. Read more about Valletta, Malta

    4 Wednesday, February 4, 2026 Sail The Mediterranean Sea
    5 Thursday, February 5, 2026 Athens, Greece 8:00 AM 12:00 AM
    View of Athens, Greece

    Athens, the capital and largest city of Greece, is also one of the world's oldest cities with an unparalleled history that spans around 3,400 years. Experiencing long periods of sunshine throughout the year, and known as "the cradle of Western civilisation", it is a 'must-see' destination for world travellers. The city contains a fascinating variety of different architectural styles, ranging from Greco-Roman through Neo-Classical, to Modern. Read more about Athens, Greece

    6 Friday, February 6, 2026 Athens, Greece 12:00 AM 5:30 PM
    View of Athens, Greece

    Athens, the capital and largest city of Greece, is also one of the world's oldest cities with an unparalleled history that spans around 3,400 years. Experiencing long periods of sunshine throughout the year, and known as "the cradle of Western civilisation", it is a 'must-see' destination for world travellers. The city contains a fascinating variety of different architectural styles, ranging from Greco-Roman through Neo-Classical, to Modern. Read more about Athens, Greece

    7 Saturday, February 7, 2026 Kusadasi, Turkey 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
    View of Kusadasi, Turkey

    Kusadasi is a resort town on Turkey's Aegean coast and the centre of the seaside district of the same name. While best known as a starting point for visiting Ephesus, once one of the most beautiful cities in the world with a history dating from 3000 BC, there’s also a delightful range of activities in town. Places of interest include: the City Walls, of which one gate remains to-day; the peninsula at the end of the bay with its castle and swimming beaches; several aqua parks with wave-pools and white-water slides; Ladies Beach, once segregated but now open to all; and Dilek Peninsula National Park. Read more about Kusadasi, Turkey

    8 Sunday, February 8, 2026 Souda Bay, Crete, Greece 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
    View of Souda Bay, Crete, Greece

    Souda Bay is a natural harbour on the NW coast of the Greek Island of Crete. The bay is overlooked on both sides by hills, and near the mouth of the bay is a set of small islands with Venetian fortifications. Now home to a strategic NATO base, there are no real public beaches, and yet it is now a popular tourist destination. Read more about Souda Bay, Crete, Greece

    9 Monday, February 9, 2026 Sail The Ionian Sea
    10 Tuesday, February 10, 2026 Messina, Italy 7:30 AM 5:30 PM
    View of Messina, Italy

    Messina is a harbour on the eastern coast of Sicily, a short ferry crossing to mainland Italy lying to the east. Due to the several earthquakes that have struck the area on several occasions, the city is almost completely modern. Mostly viewed as the starting point for tours and trips to Taormina and Mount Etna, both of which are truly unforgettable, it also has much to offer in the way of history and beauty. Read more about Messina, Italy

    11 Wednesday, February 11, 2026 Naples, Italy 7:30 AM 5:30 PM
    View of Naples, Italy

    Naples is an historic city over 2,500 years old, sitting on the west coast of southern Italy by the Gulf of Naples. Located halfway between two volcanic areas, Mount Vesuvius and Camp Flegrei and with numerous tours and cruise excursions available at the port, one may be inclined to miss out on what Naples itself has to offer. It has some of the world's best opera houses and theatres, and is often called an open-air museum because of its many historic statues and monuments. Read more about Naples, Italy

    12 Thursday, February 12, 2026 Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy 5:00 AM Disembark
    View of Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy

    Rome, sometimes referred to as "The Eternal City," is the capital city of Italy. Cruises from Rome depart the Rome Cruise Terminal which is approximately 1.5 hours by train North-West of the city centre. Rome is renowned across the world for its rich past, impressive archaeological sites, delectable cuisine, gorgeous gardens, homes of local nobility, and significant structures including the Spanish Steps, the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Trevi Fountain, and Piazza Navona. Read more about Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy

  • Ship

    Viking Saturn Overview

    Viking Saturn

    Viking’s all-inclusive cruises mean guests are freed from concern about additional costs. The ship – while not the destination – provides a super level of luxury; and on shore the focus is on the food, culture and customs of ports. Expand your horizons on this comfortable, award-winning ship, intimate and thoughtfully created by experienced nautical architects and designers to enrich your interaction with your destination in every way.

  • Cabins

    Viking Saturn Cabins

    Suite

    Suite

    Suite on the Viking Saturn Suite on the Viking Saturn

    Cabin Types

    ES1, ES2, ES3, OS, PS1, PS2, PS3

    Average Cabin Size – 0 m2

    Average Balcony Size – 0 m2

    Size including private veranda: 757ndash;1,163 sq. ft. *Room size and layouts vary based on ship location. Features: King-size Viking Explorer Bed with luxury linens amp; pillows, Two 42quot; flat-screen, interactive LCD TVs with intuitive remote amp; complimentary Movies On Demand, 110/220 volt outlets amp; USB ports, Mini-bar with alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, water amp; snacks (replenished once daily); security safe; hairdryer, Direct-dial satellite phone amp; cell service, Large private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower, double-sink vanity, heated bathroom floor amp; anti-fog mirror, Premium Freyjareg; toiletries; plush robes amp; slippers, Purified water refilled daily, Stateroom steward amp; twice-daily housekeeping, 24-hour room service, Spacious closet amp; drawers, Complimentary laundry, dry cleaning, pressing amp; shoe shine services, Welcome bottle of champagne, In-suite binoculars, coffee brewer amp; traditional Norwegian Marius-weave blanket, Well-appointed living room amp; dining area that seats 4 guests.

    Penthouse

    Penthouse

    Penthouse  on the Viking Saturn Penthouse  on the Viking Saturn

    Cabin Types

    PV1, PV2, PV3

    Average Cabin Size – 0 m2

    Average Balcony Size – 0 m2

    Size including private veranda: 338 sq. ft. Features: King-size Viking Explorer Bed with luxury linens amp; pillows, 42quot; flat-screen, interactive LCD TV with intuitive remote amp; complimentary Movies On Demand, 110/220 volt outlets amp; USB ports, Mini-bar with alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, water amp; snacks (replenished once daily); security safe; hairdryer, Direct-dial satellite phone amp; cell service, Large private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower, heated bathroom floor amp; anti-fog mirror, Premium Freyjareg; toiletries; plush robes amp; slippers, Purified water refilled daily, Stateroom steward amp; twice-daily housekeeping, 24-hour room service, Spacious closet amp; drawersComplimentary pressing amp; shoe shine services, Welcome bottle of champagne, In-suite binoculars, coffee brewer amp; traditional Norwegian Marius-weave blanket.

    Deluxe Veranda

    Deluxe Veranda

    Deluxe Veranda on the Viking Saturn Deluxe Veranda on the Viking Saturn

    Cabin Types

    DV1, DV2, DV3, DV4, DV5, DV6

    Average Cabin Size – 0 m2

    Average Balcony Size – 0 m2

    Size including private veranda: 270 sq. ft. Features: King-size Viking Explorer Bed with luxury linens amp; pillows, 42quot; flat-screen, interactive LCD TV with intuitive remote amp; complimentary Movies On Demand, 110/220 volt outlets amp; USB ports, Mini-bar with soft drinks, water amp; snacks (replenished once daily); security safe; hairdryer, Direct-dial satellite phone amp; cell service, Large private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower, heated bathroom floor amp; anti-fog mirror, Premium Freyjareg; toiletries; plush robes amp; slippers, Purified water refilled dailyStateroom steward amp; twice-daily housekeeping, 24-hour room service, Spacious closet amp; drawers, In-suite binoculars, coffee brewer amp; traditional Norwegian Marius-weave blanket.

    Veranda

    Veranda

    Veranda on the Viking Saturn Veranda on the Viking Saturn

    Cabin Types

    V1, V2

    Average Cabin Size – 0 m2

    Average Balcony Size – 0 m2

    Size including private veranda: 270 sq. ft. Features: King-size Viking Explorer Bed with luxury linens amp; pillows, 42quot; flat-screen, interactive LCD TV with intuitive remote amp; complimentary Movies On Demand, 110/220 volt outlets amp; USB ports, Mini-bar with soft drinks, water amp; snacks; security safe; hair dryer, Direct-dial satellite phone amp; cell service, Large private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower, heated bathroom floor amp; anti-fog mirror Premium Freyjareg; toiletries; plush robes amp; slippers, Purified water refilled daily, Stateroom steward amp; twice-daily housekeeping, 24-hour room service, Spacious closet amp; drawers.

  • Deck Plans

    Viking Saturn Deck Plans

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  • Promotions

    Current Cruise Deals for Viking Saturn

    Viking Exclusive Club Offer

    Viking Exclusive Club Offer

    Clean Cruising Club members receive $200 shipboard credit per person*
    PLUS Viking always includes:
    • One complimentary shore excursion in every port of call*
    • Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
    • Alternative restaurant dining at no extra charge and 24-hour room service
    • Complimentary access to The Nordic Spa & Fitness Center
    • Self-service launderettes

    Terms & Conditions apply.

    Viking Inclusive Value Offer

    Viking Inclusive Value Offer

    Includes:
    • One complimentary shore excursion in every port of call
    • Unlimited free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
    • Enrichment lectures & destination performances
    • Alternative restaurant dining at no extra charge
    • 24-hour room service
    • Beer, wine & soft drinks with onboard lunch & dinner
    • 24-hour specialty coffees, teas & bottled water
    • Self-service launderettes
    • Port taxes & fees

    Terms & Conditions apply.

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    Book on Viking's Fly Cruise Sale and your cruising companion flies free up to the value of $2,300*
    PLUS save up to $800 per person on select departures* (savings included in the displayed fare)
    Includes:
    • One complimentary shore excursion in every port of call
    • Unlimited free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
    • Enrichment lectures & destination performances
    • Beer, wine & soft drinks with onboard lunch & dinner
    • 24-hour specialty coffees, teas & bottled water
    • Onboard gratuities

    Terms & Conditions apply.

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Deluxe Veranda

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Penthouse  at the Viking Saturn

Penthouse

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Suite at the Viking Saturn

Suite

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  • Ancient Mediterranean Shores

    Cruiseline: Viking Cruises Ship: Viking Saturn Departure: Sunday, February 1, 2026 Nights: 11 nights Departs: Barcelona Returns: Rome (Civitavecchia)

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