Mediterranean Getaway

5 Days Barcelona to Athens
Mediterranean Getaway
Mediterranean Getaway
Mediterranean Getaway
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Overview

Explore the world in comfort from your award-winning ship that combines understated elegance and modern Scandinavian design on a 5-day Mediterranean sojourn. Embark in Catalonia and spend a leisurely day at sea before experiencing a curated program of shore excursions in historic Valletta. Extend your voyage, discovering Spain’s vibrant cities of Barcelona or Madrid, or disembark and immerse yourself in the remarkable history of Greece’s UNESCO treasures.
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Trip Length
Cruise Length

5 Days

Trip Starts
Cruise Starts

Barcelona

Trip Ends
Cruise Ends

Athens

Countries Visited
Countries Visited:
Countries Visited
Oceans Sailed:
Cruise Line
Cruise Line
Viking
Cruise Shi
Cruise Ship
Viking Saturn
Ship Reviews
2 Ship Reviews
Avg. Rating: 4/5
Passengers
Passengers

930

Crew
Crew

465

Ship Launch
Launched

2023

Cruise Code
Cruise Code

VKMG

Itinerary

The vibrant city of Barcelona, with its lively culture and inviting outdoor spaces, preserves a rich history. Picturesque medieval lanes wind through the oldest part of the city, the Gothic Quarter, where remnants of the city's Roman wall were uncovered. Its treasures include the neo-Gothic Barcelona Cathedral, the medieval Jewish district of El Call and the Romanesque Church of Santa Maria del Pi.

In the evenings, diners relax in the Royal Plaza at restaurants along the elegant square's perimeter.

Sail the ocean stage on which civilizations have risen and fallen, where empires ventured forth in their great armadas to control these strategic waters.

The Island of Malta has been shaped by countless civilizations. But it was the Knights of St. John who built Valletta, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This baroque wonder is one of Europe's first cities planned and constructed from scratch, cut from local honey-colored limestone. The humble facades of its churches and palaces hide extravagant interiors of marble, tapestries and paintings. A stroll around the massive walls and bastions affords a striking bird's-eye view of the cityscape and the spectacular Grand Harbor.

Sail the gateway to the Adriatic, marked by the sole of Italy's boot and the western coasts of Albania and Greece.

Bid farewell to your fellow guests and journey home. Or spend more time exploring, perhaps joining one of our extensions.

Life On Board

Viking
 (56) Reviews
Total No. of Cruises 205
A Viking ocean cruise is the discerning traveller’s dream. Whether you choose to visit Scandinavia, Asia, the Mediterranean or the Americas, our itineraries are designed to immerse you in the history and culture of each destination. With us, you could be exploring a local food market with our head chef one day and experiencing more an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of a world-famous museum the next.

Our state-of-the-art small ships take you right into the heart of each destination, and you won’t find any casinos or kids on board. Plus, our fares include just about everything you need - from meals, beverages and Wi-Fi to a culturally enriching shore excursion at every port of call. This unique combination of features has become affectionately known as ‘the Viking difference’.

Viking is the world’s leading small-ship cruise line, and we can’t wait to welcome you on board to discover the Viking difference for yourself.
Viking Saturn
Viking Saturn

With her maiden voyage in 2023, the Viking Saturn is an all-veranda ship, part of a fleet of award winning, state of the art ships incorporating all the comforts & luxuries you would expect from Viking. Read more

The Thinking Person's Cruise
The Thinking Person's Cruise

Viking are destination experts. With no casinos or children on board, you can be assured that the focus is firmly on enrichment and education. Read more

And Relax
And Relax

After a day of exploration or just to enhance the relaxation of a day at sea, the on-board Spa will leave you feeling recharged and revitalized. Read more

Destination Focused Dining
Destination Focused Dining

Viking offer eight on board dining options. Beer, wine and soft drinks are available with lunch and dinner at no additional charge of fee. Read more

All Inclusive
All Inclusive

Viking proudly includes all that you need and nothing you do not. A variety of features and services valued at $200 per person per day are standard inclusions in your cruise. Read more

Onshore Experiences
Onshore Experiences

Viking include one complimentary shore excursion in every port of call. Enjoy exclusive entry to cultural treasures and seldom-seen collections around the world. Read more

Ship Reviews (2)

Viking Cruises Reviews
Reviews 2 Reviews
Average Rating 4 out of 5
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Into the Midnight Sun 2 , VIC, Australia, Jun 2025
This is our first ocean cruise with Viking and it lived up to our expectations. We really enjoyed the itinerary especially starting at the Cutty Sark wharf, brief stops in the Orkneys and Shetland and cruising through the fiords of Norway. The included excursions at each port were very good. Our cabin and facilities were very comfortable. Overall read more the ship was very good especially the included specialty restaurants - the Chefs Table and Manfredis. Our only disappointment was the dinner menu choices in The Restaurant. The World Cafe buffet was excellent for choice and quality. Georgie Walpole handled our booking efficiently as usual.
Bit of a disappointment 1 , NSW, Australia, Mar 2025
Port of Algiers cancelled and replaced with Tangiers months before departure due to Viking "operational issues". No explanation or apology.
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Prices & Dates

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