7-night Ancient Mediterranean Treasures Cruise From Istanbul, Turkey

Viking

A picturesque view of Heraklion, Crete, with the historic Koules Fortress in the foreground, the bustling port, and the city sprawling at the foot of a large, arid mountain range in the background.
Viking Sea at sea.
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Sailing Aug 25, 2026

Your 7-night Europe Cruise at a Glance

Sailings aboard Viking Sea depart from Istanbul, Turkey with 5 stops in ports-of-call including Canakkale, Kusadasi (Ephesus), and Heraklion. The Cruise Web can help you find the best deals and stateroom prices on the next sailing August 25, 2026.

Departure Port

Istanbul, Turkey

Istanbul is a dynamic city where the rich history of the Byzantine and Ottoman empires blends seamlessly with modern Turkish culture, offering visitors a unique mix of iconic landmarks, bustling bazaars, and stunning views. Before you depart Istanbul, Turkey, we can help you plan travel and accommodations for your Europe cruise.

Destination

Europe

Stops on your Europe voyage will include Canakkale on day 3 and Rhodes on day 5. We can help you with excursions and making the most of any itinerary.

Cruise Ship

Viking Sea

Viking Sea, built in 2016 and refurbished in 2021, carries 930 passengers with a crew of 465.

Viking Ocean We can help you maximize deals on Europe cruises aboard Viking Sea or 14 of Viking Ocean’s other ships.