Viking Star
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Day | Date | Port of Call | Arrival | Departure |
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1 | Wednesday, February 25, 2026 | Athens, Greece | Embark | 12:00 AM |
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 |
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2 | Thursday, February 26, 2026 | Athens, Greece | 12:00 AM | 5:00 PM |
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 |
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3 | Friday, February 27, 2026 | Volos, Greece | 8:00 AM | 6:00 PM |
Volos is a coastal port city situated about midway on the Greek mainland, 326 km north of Athens. This picturesque town earned its place in history as the birthplace of Achilles and the port from which Jason set out to find the Golden Fleece. It has a remarkably large proportion of modern buildings, built after the devastating earthquake of 1955. Read more about Volos, Greece |
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4 | Saturday, February 28, 2026 | Thessaloniki, Greece | 7:30 AM | 10:00 PM |
Thessaloniki is the capital of Greek Macedonia, and has a history that dates back to the fourth century BC. The rebuilt 20th-century city has a modern European layout, and is a hub for international trade and culture. Regarded by many as Greece’s ‘hippiest city’, the influence of the east is pronounced, both in the delicious food and the relaxed lifestyle. Read more about Thessaloniki, Greece |
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5 | Sunday, March 1, 2026 | Scenic Sailing: Mt. Athos | ||
6 | Monday, March 2, 2026 | Kusadasi, Turkey | 7:30 AM | 5:30 PM |
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 |
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7 | Tuesday, March 3, 2026 | Rhodes, Greece | 7:30 AM | 5:30 PM |
Rhodes is the principal city of the island of the same name, situated in the Aegean Sea. It is renowned for having the longest summer of any of the Greek islands. It is famous for being the site of the Colossus of Rhodes - one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World - as well as being the home of the Citadel of Rhodes, designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, as one of the best preserved medieval towns in Europe. Read more about Rhodes, Greece |
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8 | Wednesday, March 4, 2026 | Santorini, Greece | 7:30 AM | 5:30 PM |
Santorini is a small, circular archipelago of volcanic islands located in the Aegean Sea, about 200 km from Greece's mainland. It is essentially what remains of an enormous volcanic explosion some 3500 years ago, which destroyed the earliest settlements on what was formerly a single island, and which resulted in the creation of the current geological caldera. Take the cable car to view the beautiful panorama of Santorini. Read more about Santorini, Greece |
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9 | Thursday, March 5, 2026 | Souda Bay, Crete, Greece | 7:00 AM | 5:30 PM |
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 |
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10 | Friday, March 6, 2026 | Nafplion, Greece | 7:30 AM | 5:30 PM |
Nafplion (with a variety of spellings), the first capital of Greece, is situated on the Peloponnese Peninsula just a two and a half hour drive from Athens. Its picturesque harbour, with two mountains crowned by medieval fortresses overlooking the town. The small island fortress called the Bourtzi that once protected the harbour presents a scene that will ever be remembered. Read more about Nafplion, Greece |
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11 | Saturday, March 7, 2026 | Athens, Greece | 3:00 AM | Disembark |
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 |
OS, ES3, ES2, ES1
Features: Owners Suites:1,448 sq. ft. Private balcony. Complimentary 24-hour room service. Luxury toiletries. Complimentary interactive TV system amp; Movies-on-Demand. 110/220 Volt outlets. Mini-bar setup (soft drinks, water, and requested snacks). Viking Explorersrsquo; bed with luxury linens. 42rdquo; flat screen LCD 3D TV. Security safe. Handheld hair dryer. Direct dial satellite phone and cellular service.
PV3, PV2, PV1, PS3, PS2, PS1
Features:Over 338 sq. ft. Private balcony. Complimentary 24-hour room service. Luxury toiletries. Complimentary interactive TV system amp; Movies-on-Demand. 110/220 Volt outlets. Mini-bar setup (soft drinks, water, and requested snacks). Viking Explorersrsquo; bed with luxury linens. 42rdquo; flat screen LCD 3D TV. Security safe. Handheld hair dryer. Direct dial satellite phone and cellular service.
DV6, DV5, DV4, DV3, DV2, DV1
Features:270 sq. ft. Private balcony. Complimentary 24-hour room service. Luxury toiletries. Complimentary interactive TV system amp; Movies-on-Demand. 110/220 Volt outlets. Mini-bar setup (soft drinks, water, and requested snacks). Viking Explorersrsquo; bed with luxury linens. 42rdquo; flat screen LCD 3D TV. Security safe. Handheld hair dryer. Direct dial satellite phone and cellular service.
V2, V1
Features:270 sq. ft. Private balcony. Complimentary 24-hour room service. Luxury toiletries. Complimentary interactive TV system amp; Movies-on-Demand. 110/220 Volt outlets. Mini-bar setup (soft drinks, water, and requested snacks). Viking Explorersrsquo; bed with luxury linens. 42rdquo; flat screen LCD 3D TV. Security safe. Handheld hair dryer. Direct dial satellite phone and cellular service.
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.
Viking Ocean Companion Fly Cruise Sale
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.
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.
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Cruiseline: Viking Cruises Ship: Viking Star Departure: Wednesday, February 25, 2026 Nights: 10 nights Departs: Athens Returns: Athens
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