What is included in the cruise fare?

Standard cruise fares include your cabin, onboard meals at main dining venues, most non-specialty entertainment, use of pools and common facilities, and transport between ports of call. Gratuities, specialty dining, alcoholic drinks, shore excursions and onboard spa services are typically billed separately.

How far in advance should I book this cruise?

For popular sailings, booking 6–12 months ahead typically gives the best cabin selection and fares. Last-minute discounts can appear 30–60 days before departure when the cruise line wants to fill remaining cabins on Viking Mars.

What documents do I need to board?

Most international itineraries require a passport valid for at least six months beyond your return date. Closed-loop sailings that depart and return to the same U.S. port from Istanbul may accept a government-issued photo ID plus a certified birth certificate for U.S. citizens — always verify with the cruise line.

Can I change or cancel my booking?

Change and cancellation policies depend on Viking's fare type and how close you are to departure. Refundable deposits typically allow changes up to the final-payment date without penalty; closer to sailing, cancellation fees scale up. Review the specific fare rules before booking.

What is a 28-night cruise like?

A 28-night cruise balances relaxing sea days with active port days. You can expect a mix of onboard programming — dining, entertainment, spa and fitness — and multiple shore excursions from Viking Mars. Pack for both formal nights and casual deck days.

Viking Mars 28-night Istanbul to Barcelona from Istanbul, May 1, 2027

Viking · Viking Mars · May 01, 2027 – May 29, 2027

Visit Istanbul, Troy (Canakkale), Turkey, Ephesus (Kusadasi), Rhodes, Crete (Heraklion), Greece and 18 more ports

Departure Istanbul

Return Barcelona, Spain

Duration 28 Nights

From $23596 pp

Itinerary

Day 1

Istanbul Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 2

Istanbul Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 3

Troy (Canakkale), Turkey Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 4

Ephesus (Kusadasi) Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 5

Rhodes Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 6

Crete (Heraklion), Greece Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 7

Athens (Piraeus), Greece Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 8

Athens (Piraeus), Greece Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 9

Olympia (Katakolon), Greece Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 10

Corfu (Kerkyra), Greece Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 11

Kotor Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 12

Dubrovnik Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 13

Split, Croatia Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 14

Venice (Chioggia), Italy Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 15

Venice (Chioggia), Italy Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 16

Venice (Chioggia), Italy Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 17

Sibenik, Croatia Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 18

Bari Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 19

Crotone, Italy Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 20

Sicily (Messina), Italy Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 21

Naples, Italy Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 22

Rome, (Civitavecchia), Italy Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 23

Florence/Pisa (Livorno), Italy Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 24

Florence/Pisa (Livorno), Italy Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 25

Monte Carlo, Monaco Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 26

Marseille, France Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 27

Sete, France Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 28

Barcelona, Spain Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 29

Barcelona, Spain Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM

Cabin Prices

Prices as of 2026-10-19.

Prices per person, based on double occupancy in USD.

Balcony $23596

Suite $34796

Ports of Call

Istanbul
Troy (Canakkale), Turkey
Ephesus (Kusadasi)
Rhodes
Crete (Heraklion), Greece
Athens (Piraeus), Greece
Olympia (Katakolon), Greece
Corfu (Kerkyra), Greece
Kotor
Dubrovnik
Split, Croatia
Venice (Chioggia), Italy
Sibenik, Croatia
Bari
Crotone, Italy
Sicily (Messina), Italy
Naples, Italy
Rome, (Civitavecchia), Italy
Florence/Pisa (Livorno), Italy
Monte Carlo, Monaco
Marseille, France
Sete, France
Barcelona, Spain

About This Cruise

28-night Viking Viking Mars cruise from Istanbul to Troy (Canakkale), Turkey, Ephesus (Kusadasi), Rhodes and Crete (Heraklion), Greece Compare cabins…

Cruise Line Viking

Ship Viking Mars

Frequently asked questions

What is included in the cruise fare?: Standard cruise fares include your cabin, onboard meals at main dining venues, most non-specialty entertainment, use of pools and common facilities, and transport between ports of call. Gratuities, specialty dining, alcoholic drinks, shore excursions and onboard spa services are typically billed separately.
How far in advance should I book this cruise?: For popular sailings, booking 6–12 months ahead typically gives the best cabin selection and fares. Last-minute discounts can appear 30–60 days before departure when the cruise line wants to fill remaining cabins on Viking Mars.
What documents do I need to board?: Most international itineraries require a passport valid for at least six months beyond your return date. Closed-loop sailings that depart and return to the same U.S. port from Istanbul may accept a government-issued photo ID plus a certified birth certificate for U.S. citizens — always verify with the cruise line.
Can I change or cancel my booking?: Change and cancellation policies depend on Viking's fare type and how close you are to departure. Refundable deposits typically allow changes up to the final-payment date without penalty; closer to sailing, cancellation fees scale up. Review the specific fare rules before booking.
What is a 28-night cruise like?: A 28-night cruise balances relaxing sea days with active port days. You can expect a mix of onboard programming — dining, entertainment, spa and fitness — and multiple shore excursions from Viking Mars. Pack for both formal nights and casual deck days.