Mediterranean & Italian Sojourn

14 nights - 26 Mar 2027

Viking Neptune | Europe & The Mediterranean - Cruise & Stay Holiday ID: 027209

Chioggia

Sibenik

Bari

Crotone

Messina

Naples

Civitavecchia

Livorno

Monte-Carlo

Marseille

Sète

Barcelona

Chioggia Sibenik Bari Bari Bari Bari Crotone Messina Messina Messina Messina Messina Naples Naples Naples Naples Naples Civitavecchia Civitavecchia Civitavecchia Civitavecchia Civitavecchia Livorno Livorno Livorno Livorno Monte-Carlo Monte-Carlo Monte-Carlo Marseille Marseille Marseille Marseille Marseille Sète Sète Sète Sète Sète Barcelona

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Chioggia

Chioggia, Italy, is a charming coastal town in the Veneto region, often called "Little Venice" for its picturesque canals and historic architecture. Located on a small island in the Venetian Lagoon, it boasts colorful buildings, bustling fish markets, and scenic bridges. Key attractions in... Read More

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Day 1

26 March 2027

Chioggia

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Day 2

27 March 2027

Chioggia

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Day 3

28 March 2027

Sibenik

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Day 4

29 March 2027

Bari

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Day 5

30 March 2027

Crotone

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Day 6

31 March 2027

Messina

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Day 7

01 April 2027

Naples

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Day 8

02 April 2027

Civitavecchia

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Day 9

03 April 2027

Livorno

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Day 10

04 April 2027

Livorno

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Day 11

05 April 2027

Monte-Carlo

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Day 12

06 April 2027

Marseille

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Day 13

07 April 2027

Sète

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Day 14

08 April 2027

Barcelona

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Day 15

09 April 2027

Barcelona

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Bari

Bari, capital of the province of Apulia, lies on southern Italy's Adriatic coast. Its busy port is a leading commercial and industrial centre as well as a transit point for travellers catching ferries across the Adriatic to Greece. Bari comprises a new and an old town. To the north, on a p... Read More

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Naples

Naples, in the Campania region, is Italy's third largest city. Its claim to fame is the spectacular location along one of the world's most splendid bays, backed by the perfect cone of Mount Vesuvius. In addition to its beautiful setting, Naples' surprises with other outstanding attractions... Read More

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Livorno

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Livorno

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Monte-Carlo

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Marseille

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Barcelona

The infinite variety of street life, the nooks and crannies of the medieval Barri Gòtic, the ceramic tile and stained glass of Art Nouveau facades, the art and music, the throb of street life, the food (ah, the food!)—one way or another, Barcelona will find a way to get your full attention... Read More

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Barcelona

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*This holiday is generally suitable for persons with reduced mobility. For customers with reduced mobility or any medical condition that may require special assistance or arrangements to be made, please notify your Cruise Concierge at the time of your enquiry, so that we can provide specific information as to the suitability of the holiday, as well as make suitable arrangements with the Holiday Provider on your behalf.

26 March 2027

Chioggia

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27 March 2027

Chioggia

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28 March 2027

Sibenik

Šibenik's main monument, its Gothic-Renaissance cathedral, built of pale-gray Dalmatian stone and designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site, stands on a raised piazza close to the seafront promenade. From here a network of narrow, cobbled streets leads through the medieval quarter of ti...

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29 March 2027

Bari

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30 March 2027

Crotone

Step into the timeless allure of Crotone, a hidden gem on Calabria’s Ionian coast where ancient history meets coastal beauty. Wander through the ruins of the ancient Greek city of Kroton, explore the imposing Le Castella fortress, or relax on unspoilt beaches with views of the t...

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31 March 2027

Messina

Home to the Museo Regionale of Messina, known for featuring two of Caravaggio's paintings, the city is also famous for having been the capital of the ancient kingdom of Sicily.

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01 April 2027

Naples

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02 April 2027

Civitavecchia

Italy's vibrant capital lives in the present, but no other city on earth evokes its past so powerfully. For over 2,500 years, emperors, popes, artists, and common citizens have left their mark here. Archaeological remains from ancient Rome, art-stuffed churches, and the treasures of V...

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03 April 2027

Livorno

Livorno is a gritty city with a long and interesting history. In the early Middle Ages it alternately belonged to Pisa and Genoa. In 1421 Florence, seeking access to the sea, bought it. Cosimo I (1519–74) started construction of the harbor in 1571, putting Livorno on the map. After Ferdinando I de' Medici (1549–1609) proclaimed Livorno a free city, it became a haven for people suffering from religious persecution; Roman Catholics from England and Jews and Moors from Spain and Portugal, among others, settled here. The Quattro Mori (Four Moors), also known as the Monument to Ferdinando I, commemorates this. (The statue of Ferdinando I dates from 1595, the bronze Moors by Pietro Tacca from the 1620s.)In the following centuries, and particularly in the 18th, Livorno boomed as a port. In the 19th century the town drew a host of famous Britons passing through on their grand tours. Its prominence continued up to World War II, when it was heavily bombed. Much of the town's architecture, therefore, postdates the war, and it's somewhat difficult to imagine what it might have looked like before. Livorno has recovered from the war, however, as it's become a huge point of departure for container ships, as well as the only spot in Tuscany for cruise ships to dock for the day.Most of Livorno's artistic treasures date from the 17th century and aren't all that interesting unless you dote on obscure baroque artists. Livorno's most famous native artist, Amedeo Modigliani (1884–1920), was of much more recent vintage. Sadly, there's no notable work by him in his hometown.There may not be much in the way of art, but it's still worth strolling around the city. The Mercato Nuovo, which has been around since 1894, sells all sorts of fruits, vegetables, grains, meat, and fish. Outdoor markets nearby are also chock-full of local color. The presence of Camp Darby, an American military base just outside town, accounts for the availability of many American products.If you have time, Livorno is worth a stop for lunch or dinner at the very least.

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04 April 2027

Livorno

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05 April 2027

Monte-Carlo

On one of the best stretches of the Mediterranean, this classic luxury destination is one of the most sought-after addresses in the world. With all the high-rise towers you have to look hard to find the Belle Époque grace of yesteryear. But if you head to the town's great 1864 landmark Hôtel de Paris—still a veritable crossroads of the buffed and befurred Euro-gentry—or enjoy a grand bouffe at its famous Louis XV restaurant, or attend the opera, or visit the ballrooms of the casino, you may still be able to conjure up Monaco's elegant past. Prince Albert II, a political science graduate from Amherst College, traces his ancestry to Otto Canella, who was born in 1070. The Grimaldi dynasty began with Otto's great-great-great-grandson, Francesco Grimaldi, also known as Frank the Rogue. Expelled from Genoa, Frank and his cronies disguised themselves as monks and in 1297 seized the fortified medieval town known today as Le Rocher (the Rock). Except for a short break under Napoléon, the Grimaldis have been here ever since, which makes them the oldest reigning family in Europe. In the 1850s a Grimaldi named Charles III made a decision that turned the Rock into a giant blue chip. Needing revenue but not wanting to impose additional taxes on his subjects, he contracted with a company to open a gambling facility. The first spin of the roulette wheel was on December 14, 1856. There was no easy way to reach Monaco then—no carriage roads or railroads—so no one came. Between March 15 and March 20, 1857, one person entered the casino—and won two francs. In 1868, however, the railroad reached Monaco, and it was filled with Englishmen who came to escape the London fog. The effects were immediate. Profits were so great that Charles eventually abolished all direct taxes. Almost overnight, a threadbare principality became an elegant watering hole for European society. Dukes (and their mistresses) and duchesses (and their gigolos) danced and dined their way through a world of spinning roulette wheels and bubbling champagne—preening themselves for nights at the opera, where such artists as Vaslav Nijinsky, Sarah Bernhardt, and Enrico Caruso came to perform. Along with the tax system, its sensational position on a broad, steep peninsula that bulges into the Mediterranean—its harbor sparkling with luxury cruisers, its posh mansions angling awnings toward the nearly perpetual sun—continues to draw the rich and famous. One of the latest French celebrities to declare himself "Monégasque," thus giving up his French passport, is superchef Alain Ducasse, who said that he made the choice out of affection for Monaco rather than tax reasons. Pleasure boats vie with luxury cruisers in their brash beauty and Titanic scale, and teams of handsome young men—themselves dyed blond and tanned to match—scour and polish every gleaming surface. As you might expect, all this glitz doesn't come cheap. Eating is expensive, and even the most modest hotels cost more here than in nearby Nice or Menton. As for taxis, they don't even have meters so you are completely at the driver's mercy (with prices skyrocketing during events such as the Grand Prix). For the frugal, Monaco is the ultimate day-trip, although parking is as coveted as a room with a view. At the very least you can afford a coffee at Starbucks. The harbor district, known as La Condamine, connects the new quarter, officially known as Monte Carlo with Monaco-Ville (or Le Rocher), a medieval town on the Rock, topped by the palace, the cathedral, and the Oceanography Museum. Have no fear that you'll need to climb countless steps to get to Monaco-Ville, as there are plenty of elevators and escalators climbing the steep cliffs. But shuttling between the lovely casino grounds of Monte Carlo and Old Monaco, separated by a vast port, is a daunting proposition for ordinary mortals without wings, so hop on the No. 1 bus from Saint Roman, or No. 2 from the Jardin Exotique - Both stop at Place du Casino and come up to Monaco Ville.

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06 April 2027

Marseille

Since being designated a European Capital of Culture for 2013, with an estimated €660 million of funding in the bargain, Marseille has been in the throes of an extraordinary transformation, with no fewer than five major new arts centers, a beautifully refurbished port, revitalized neighborhoods, and a slew of new shops and restaurants. Once the underdog, this time-burnished city is now welcoming an influx of weekend tourists who have colonized entire neighborhoods and transformed them into elegant pieds-à-terre (or should we say, mer). The second-largest city in France, Marseille is one of Europe's most vibrant destinations. Feisty and fond of broad gestures, it is also as complicated and as cosmopolitan now as it was when a band of Phoenician Greeks first sailed into the harbor that is today's Vieux Port in 600 BC. Legend has it that on that same day a local chieftain's daughter, Gyptis, needed to choose a husband, and her wandering eyes settled on the Greeks' handsome commander Protis. Her dowry brought land near the mouth of the Rhône, where the Greeks founded Massalia, the most important Continental shipping port in antiquity. The port flourished for some 500 years as a typical Greek city, enjoying the full flush of classical culture, its gods, its democratic political system, its sports and theater, and its naval prowess. Caesar changed all that, besieging the city in 49 BC and seizing most of its colonies. In 1214 Marseille was seized again, this time by Charles d'Anjou, and was later annexed to France by Henri IV in 1481, but it was not until Louis XIV took the throne that the biggest transformations of the port began; he pulled down the city walls in 1666 and expanded the port to the Rive Neuve (New Riverbank). The city was devastated by plague in 1720, losing more than half its population. By the time of the Revolution, Marseille was on the rebound once again, with industries of soap manufacturing and oil processing flourishing, encouraging a wave of immigration from Provence and Italy. With the opening of the Suez Canal in 1869, Marseille became the greatest boomtown in 19th-century Europe. With a large influx of immigrants from areas as exotic as Tangiers, the city quickly acquired the multicultural population it maintains to this day.

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07 April 2027

Sète

The fishing village of Sète serves as gateway to Montpellier, in the North. Other noteworthy destinations in this area include Carcassone, Aigues Mortes, the Abbaye de Fontfroide, and Pezenas. For a look at the real fisherman's life, however, stay right where you are. Sète is the Medi...

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08 April 2027

Barcelona

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09 April 2027

Barcelona

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Manfredi’s® Italian Restaurant on Viking Neptune

The Restaurant

Our main dining venue, The Restaurant offers the highest onboard dining experience amid a streamlined Scandinavian design. The menu includes regional cuisine and always available classics enhanced with locally sourced ingredients, so you can explore new cultures through food.

World Class Guest Lectures on Viking Neptune

Viking Resident Historians on Viking Neptune

Destination Performances on Viking Neptune

Viking Art & Design Guide on Viking Neptune

Viking Resident Musicians on Viking Neptune

World Class Guest Lectures

Complement your onshore experiences with our onboard lecture program, designed to shed light on your destination’s art, architecture, music, geopolitics, natural world and more. They are hosted by a wide range of experts, from authors and archaeologists to former diplomats and news correspondents, eager to share their knowledge with you.

The Theatre & 2 Cinemas on Viking Neptune

The Library

Tucked in a private alcove of The Living Room, our well-curated Library is a literary traveler’s dream. Select from a broad range of titles from world histories to biographies.

Main Pool with Retractable Dome

The heated Main Pool provides a calming oasis in any weather with its retractable roof allowing for year-round swims and soaks. In the evening, enjoy movies under the night sky on our giant poolside screen.

Deck 1

The Kitchen Table
The Chef's Table
Manfredi's Italian Restaurant
Private Dining 1
Private Dining 2
Lifts
The Viking Living Room
Viking Bar
Shop
Salon
Fitness Center
The Spa

Deck 2

The Restaurant
Atrium
Torshavn
The Shop
Cinema 1
Cinema 2
Bar
The Theatre

Deck 3

Atrium
Lifts
Launderette
Explorer Suites
Verandas
Deluxe Verandas

Deck 4

Lifts
Launderette
Explorer Suites
Deluxe Verandas
Penthouse Verandas

Deck 5

Lifts
Launderette
Explorer Suites
Deluxe Verandas
Penthouse Verandas

Deck 6

Lifts
Launderette
Explorer Suites
Penthouse Jr. Suites (Accessible)
Penthouse Verandas
Deluxe Verandas

Deck 7

Infinity Pool
Aquavit Terrace
Hot Tub
World Cafe
Lifts
Pool Grill
Pool Bar
Screen
Main Pool
Wintergarden
Lanai
Mamsen's
Paps
Explorers' Lounge
Owner's Suites
Penthouse Jr. Suite
Deluxe Verandas

Deck 8

Lifts
Retractable Roof
Explorers' Lounge Upper Level
Penthouse Jr. Suites
Deluxe Verandas

Deck 9

Lifts
Sports Deck

Penthouse Veranda Stateroom on Viking Neptune

Deluxe Veranda Stateroom on Viking Neptune

Penthouse Veranda Stateroom

11:00 AM embarkation
1:00 PM stateroom access
Priority shore excursion reservations: 77 days prior to departure
2 guaranteed priority reservations at each alternative restaurant: 70 days prior to departure
Priority booking of spa treatments: 70 days prior to departure
King-size Viking Explorer Bed with luxury linens & pillows
Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
42" flat-screen, interactive LCD TV with intuitive remote & complimentary Movies On Demand
110/220 volt outlets & USB ports
Mini-bar with alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, water & snacks (replenished once daily); security safe; hair dryer
Direct-dial satellite phone & cell service
Large private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower, heated bathroom floor & anti-fog mirror
Premium Freyja® toiletries; plush robes & slippers
Purified water refilled daily
Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping
24-hour room service
Spacious closet & drawers
Complimentary pressing & shoe shine services
Welcome bottle of champagne
In-suite binoculars, coffee brewer & traditional Norwegian Marius-weave blanket

Owner's Suite

11:00 AM embarkation
11:00 AM priority stateroom access
First opportunity to reserve shore excursions: 107 days prior to departure
4 guaranteed priority reservations at each alternative restaurant: 100 days prior to departure
First priority booking of spa treatments: 100 days prior to departure
King-size Viking Explorer Bed with luxury linens & pillows
Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
Three 42 flat-screen, interactive LCD TVs with intuitive remote & complimentary Movies On Demand
110/220 volt outlets & USB ports
Mini-bar with alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, water & upgraded snacks (replenished once daily); security safe; hair dryer
Direct-dial satellite phone & cell service
Large master bathroom featuring a spacious glass-enclosed shower, double-sink vanity, heated bathroom floor & anti-fog mirror, plus two guest bathrooms
Premium Freyja® toiletries; plush robes & slippers
Purified water refilled daily
Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping
24-hour room service (including service from any restaurant during open hours)
Spacious walk-in closet & drawers
Complimentary laundry, dry cleaning, pressing & shoe shine services
Welcome bottle of Veuve Clicquot champagne
In-suite binoculars, coffee brewer & traditional Norwegian Marius-weave blanket
Spacious, well-appointed living room
Separate dining area that seats 6 guests
Private library, wine & music collections curated by Chairman Torstein Hagen
Ocean-view dry sauna
Boardroom (seats 12) for business meetings & catered dinner parties, with first oceangoing vapor-light fireplace
Pantry for room service & hosted events
Complimentary shore excursion with private car & driver (up to 4 guests) in port city of your choice (valued at up to $800)
Daily personalized tea or pre-dinner cocktail & canapés by request
Dinner & guided tour with ship officers (subject to availability)