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9-night Empires of the Mediterranean Cruise

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  • Viking: Viking Star
  • |
  • August 13, 2026

itinerary

  1. Day 1
    Venice
    | Thu Aug 13, 2026
    | Depart 11:00 PM
  2. Day 2
    Koper
    | Fri Aug 14, 2026
    | 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  3. Day 3
    Zadar
    | Sat Aug 15, 2026
    | 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  4. Day 4
    Dubrovnik
    | Sun Aug 16, 2026
    | 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
  5. Day 5
    Kotor
    | Mon Aug 17, 2026
    | 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  6. Day 6
    Corfu
    | Tue Aug 18, 2026
    | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  7. Day 7
    Katakolon
    | Wed Aug 19, 2026
    | 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  8. Day 8
    Santorini
    | Thu Aug 20, 2026
    | 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  9. Day 9
    Athens (Piraeus)
    | Fri Aug 21, 2026
    | Arrive 8:00 AM
  10. Day 10
    Athens (Piraeus)
    | Sat Aug 22, 2026
Itinerary map
Venice/Athens (Piraeus)
Sailing Features
  • 9 Nights
  • Aug 13, 2026 / Aug 22, 2026
  • Venice
  • Athens (Piraeus)
  • Viking Star

Suites

Choose the perfect room for you
Balcony
Suite
Balcony
Veranda

Features: 270 sq. ft. Private balcony. Complimentary 24-hour room service. Luxury toiletries. Complimentary interactive TV system & Movies-on-Demand. 110/220 Volt outlets. Mini-bar setup (soft drinks, water, and requested snacks). Viking Explorers’ bed with luxury linens. 42” flat screen LCD 3D TV. Security safe. Handheld hair dryer. Direct dial satellite phone and cellular service. 

Balcony
Veranda

Features: 270 sq. ft. Private balcony. Complimentary 24-hour room service. Luxury toiletries. Complimentary interactive TV system & Movies-on-Demand. 110/220 Volt outlets. Mini-bar setup (soft drinks, water, and requested snacks). Viking Explorers’ bed with luxury linens. 42” flat screen LCD 3D TV. Security safe. Handheld hair dryer. Direct dial satellite phone and cellular service. 

Balcony
Deluxe Veranda

Features: 270 sq. ft. Private balcony. Complimentary 24-hour room service. Luxury toiletries. Complimentary interactive TV system & Movies-on-Demand. 110/220 Volt outlets. Mini-bar setup (soft drinks, water, and requested snacks). Viking Explorers’ bed with luxury linens. 42” flat screen LCD 3D TV. Security safe. Handheld hair dryer. Direct dial satellite phone and cellular service. 

Balcony
Deluxe Veranda

Features: 270 sq. ft. Private balcony. Complimentary 24-hour room service. Luxury toiletries. Complimentary interactive TV system & Movies-on-Demand. 110/220 Volt outlets. Mini-bar setup (soft drinks, water, and requested snacks). Viking Explorers’ bed with luxury linens. 42” flat screen LCD 3D TV. Security safe. Handheld hair dryer. Direct dial satellite phone and cellular service. 

Balcony
Deluxe Veranda

Features: 270 sq. ft. Private balcony. Complimentary 24-hour room service. Luxury toiletries. Complimentary interactive TV system & Movies-on-Demand. 110/220 Volt outlets. Mini-bar setup (soft drinks, water, and requested snacks). Viking Explorers’ bed with luxury linens. 42” flat screen LCD 3D TV. Security safe. Handheld hair dryer. Direct dial satellite phone and cellular service. 

Balcony
Deluxe Veranda

Features: 270 sq. ft. Private balcony. Complimentary 24-hour room service. Luxury toiletries. Complimentary interactive TV system & Movies-on-Demand. 110/220 Volt outlets. Mini-bar setup (soft drinks, water, and requested snacks). Viking Explorers’ bed with luxury linens. 42” flat screen LCD 3D TV. Security safe. Handheld hair dryer. Direct dial satellite phone and cellular service. 

Balcony
Deluxe Veranda

Features: 270 sq. ft. Private balcony. Complimentary 24-hour room service. Luxury toiletries. Complimentary interactive TV system & Movies-on-Demand. 110/220 Volt outlets. Mini-bar setup (soft drinks, water, and requested snacks). Viking Explorers’ bed with luxury linens. 42” flat screen LCD 3D TV. Security safe. Handheld hair dryer. Direct dial satellite phone and cellular service. 

Balcony
Deluxe Veranda

Features: 270 sq. ft. Private balcony. Complimentary 24-hour room service. Luxury toiletries. Complimentary interactive TV system & Movies-on-Demand. 110/220 Volt outlets. Mini-bar setup (soft drinks, water, and requested snacks). Viking Explorers’ bed with luxury linens. 42” flat screen LCD 3D TV. Security safe. Handheld hair dryer. Direct dial satellite phone and cellular service. 

Balcony
Penthouse Veranda

Features:Over 338 sq. ft. Private balcony. Complimentary 24-hour room service. Luxury toiletries. Complimentary interactive TV system & Movies-on-Demand. 110/220 Volt outlets. Mini-bar setup (soft drinks, water, and requested snacks). Viking Explorers’ bed with luxury linens. 42” flat screen LCD 3D TV. Security safe. Handheld hair dryer. Direct dial satellite phone and cellular service. 

Balcony
Penthouse Veranda

Features:Over 338 sq. ft. Private balcony. Complimentary 24-hour room service. Luxury toiletries. Complimentary interactive TV system & Movies-on-Demand. 110/220 Volt outlets. Mini-bar setup (soft drinks, water, and requested snacks). Viking Explorers’ bed with luxury linens. 42” flat screen LCD 3D TV. Security safe. Handheld hair dryer. Direct dial satellite phone and cellular service. 

Balcony
Penthouse Veranda

Features:Over 338 sq. ft. Private balcony. Complimentary 24-hour room service. Luxury toiletries. Complimentary interactive TV system & Movies-on-Demand. 110/220 Volt outlets. Mini-bar setup (soft drinks, water, and requested snacks). Viking Explorers’ bed with luxury linens. 42” flat screen LCD 3D TV. Security safe. Handheld hair dryer. Direct dial satellite phone and cellular service. 

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Viking Star cruise ship

Viking:   Viking Star

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