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Quiet Season Mediterranean

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The Mediterranean Shines Brighter from Fall to Spring

The Mediterranean Shines Brighter from Fall to Spring

While we offer Mediterranean sailings year-round, the “quiet season” — which spans from fall to spring — has a special charm that is not to be missed. Enjoy a unique opportunity to explore France, Greece, Italy, Spain, Turkey and beyond in a different light. As the cobblestone streets of these iconic destinations clear out from the peak travel months, you will find a calmer atmosphere. Plus, with fewer crowds, you can discover historic landmarks, uncover hidden gems and engage with locals at a more leisurely pace.

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Iconic Western Mediterranean

Barcelona to Rome (Civitavecchia)
COMPANION FLIES FREE UP TO AU$2,500 ON 2026-2028 VOYAGES | SAVE UP TO AU$2,400 PER COUPLE ON 2025 VOYAGES*

8 days
5 tours
4 countries
AU$3,895 from
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Journey to Antiquities

Rome (Civitavecchia) to Athens (Piraeus)
COMPANION FLIES FREE UP TO AU$2,500 ON 2026-2028 VOYAGES | SAVE UP TO AU$2,400 PER COUPLE ON 2025 VOYAGES*

8 days
5 tours
3 countries
AU$3,295 from
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Ancient Mediterranean Treasures

Istanbul to Athens (Piraeus)
COMPANION FLIES FREE UP TO AU$2,500 ON 2026-2028 VOYAGES | SAVE UP TO AU$2,400 PER COUPLE ON 2025 VOYAGES*

8 days
6 tours
2 countries
AU$5,195 from
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NEW! Spain & Portugal Discovery

Lisbon to Barcelona
COMPANION FLIES FREE UP TO AU$2,500 ON 2026-2028 VOYAGES*

8 days
6 tours
3 countries
AU$4,995 from
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Mediterranean Antiquities

Athens (Piraeus) to Barcelona
COMPANION FLIES FREE UP TO AU$2,500 ON 2026-2028 VOYAGES | SAVE UP TO AU$2,400 PER COUPLE ON 2025 VOYAGES*

15 days
11 tours
6 countries
AU$8,195 from
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Ancient Mediterranean Antiquities

Istanbul to Rome (Civitavecchia)
COMPANION FLIES FREE UP TO AU$2,500 ON 2026-2028 VOYAGES | SAVE UP TO AU$2,400 PER COUPLE ON 2025 VOYAGES*

15 days
9 tours
3 countries
AU$8,195 from
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Malta, Morocco & the Mediterranean

Roundtrip Barcelona, Spain
COMPANION FLIES FREE UP TO AU$2,500 ON 2026-2028 VOYAGES | SAVE UP TO AU$2,400 PER COUPLE ON 2025 VOYAGES*

16 days
9 tours
7 countries
AU$11,195 from
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Greek Odyssey

Roundtrip Athens (Piraeus), Greece
COMPANION FLIES FREE UP TO AU$2,500 ON 2026-2028 VOYAGES | SAVE UP TO AU$2,400 PER COUPLE ON 2025 VOYAGES*

11 days
8 tours
2 countries
AU$8,695 from
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NEW! Mediterranean & Adriatic Odyssey

Rome (Civitavecchia) to Athens (Piraeus)
COMPANION FLIES FREE UP TO AU$2,500 ON 2026-2028 VOYAGES | SAVE UP TO AU$2,400 PER COUPLE ON 2025 VOYAGES*

15 days
12 tours
3 countries
AU$10,195 from
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Iconic Mediterranean Treasures

Istanbul to Barcelona
COMPANION FLIES FREE UP TO AU$2,500 ON 2026-2028 VOYAGES | SAVE UP TO AU$2,400 PER COUPLE ON 2025 VOYAGES*

22 days
16 tours
6 countries
AU$12,195 from
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NEW! Spain, Portugal & the Mediterranean

Lisbon to Rome (Civitavecchia)
COMPANION FLIES FREE UP TO AU$2,500 ON 2026-2028 VOYAGES*

15 days
11 tours
6 countries
AU$8,195 from
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NEW! Amalfi Coast, Africa & Iberia

Rome (Civitavecchia) to Barcelona
COMPANION FLIES FREE UP TO AU$2,500 ON 2026-2028 VOYAGES*

8 days
5 tours
3 countries
AU$5,195 from
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NEW! Gems of the Mediterranean

Roundtrip Barcelona, Spain
COMPANION FLIES FREE UP TO AU$2,500 ON 2026-2028 VOYAGES*

15 days
11 tours
5 countries
AU$8,195 from
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NEW! Jewels of the Mediterranean

Roundtrip Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy
COMPANION FLIES FREE UP TO AU$2,500 ON 2026-2028 VOYAGES*

15 days
10 tours
5 countries
AU$8,195 from
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NEW! Iberia, the Mediterranean & Aegean

Lisbon to Istanbul
COMPANION FLIES FREE UP TO AU$2,500 ON 2026-2028 VOYAGES*

29 days
21 tours
8 countries
AU$16,195 from
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  • Top 10 Quiet Season Mediterranean Highlights View Our Top Ten
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    Discover the many benefits of exploring the Mediterranean with us during the “quiet season.”
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Pre & Post Cruise Extensions

Discover Extensions

Enjoy additional days before or after your Mediterranean itinerary to explore your embarkation or disembarkation city, or see a new destination altogether with a choice of intriguing land extensions.

  • Spain: Best of Barcelona

    3 Nights

    Fully Guided
  • Ultimate Italy—Tuscany

    3 Nights

    Fully Guided
  • Greece: Athens

    2 Nights

  • Turkey: Best of Istanbul

    3 Nights

    Fully Guided
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Viking Ocean Ship 360° Tour

Discover our award-winning sister ships that showcase innovative engineering, streamlined Scandinavian design and understated elegance. Our all-veranda small ships are designed to bring you closer to destinations across the Mediterranean.

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Recipes

Find inspiration to recreate the flavors of the Mediterranean at home.

  • Smoked Tomato Vellutata

    This twist on cream of tomato soup is a sophisticated version that elevates an old favorite to an elegant indulgence. Indeed, it is velvety smooth, as its namesake “vellutata” indicates. Start with high-quality tomatoes (both canned and fresh) in their own juice, add sautéed onions and blend in cream for richness. It tastes delicious served with basil-goat cheese crostini.

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  • Porcini Dry-Rubbed Rib Eye

    Using porcini in this rub adds an earthy quality that is both rustic and satisfying. Be sure to bring the steaks to room temperature before grilling for best results. If you are going to follow the Italian tradition to the letter, serve these rare. The peppery arugula is an excellent complement to the flavorful meat.

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  • Chocolate Hazelnut Panna Cotta

    Our take on this Italian classic is light and creamy. Historically, panna cotta (“cooked cream”) was thickened with egg whites and baked, but this no-bake version uses gelatin. When whisking together the cream, chocolate and hazelnut mixture, we drizzle in a whisper of Amaretto to add a delightfully nutty flavor.

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Videos

Learn about the exciting cities that await your exploration by watching selections from our Destination Insights library and Viking.TV, our award-winning enrichment channel.

  • Immerse yourself in the iconic Catalonian capital of Barcelona (19:02)

    Join our host, Ambassador-at-Large Jean Newman Glock, as she visits the vibrant city of Barcelona, Spain. Follow along as she peruses an array of colorful fruits, aromatic spices and mouthwatering delicacies in a traditional local market. Then, travel back in time to an era of knights and castles during a tour of the city's charming Gothic Quarter, followed by a visit to the breathtaking La Sagrada Família, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that showcases the creative genius of architect Antoni Gaudí.

  • Learn about our Iconic Western Mediterranean itinerary with Viking’s Karine Hagen (44:46)

    We invite you to revisit a episode with Karine Hagen to explore the many artistic and architectural gems you will find on our 8-day Iconic Western Mediterranean ocean journey. Highlights include the colorful works of Antoni Gaudí in Barcelona, Pisa’s famous leaning tower and the 17th-century fortress in the port city of Marseille. For art lovers, there is the opportunity to follow in van Gogh’s footsteps in southern France and discover some of the treasures of the Renaissance in Florence.

  • Fresh Pasta: Fast, Fun and Easy! (5:06)

    Venture into the Tuscan countryside to learn the art of making fresh pasta. Under the watchful eye of a delightful Italian mama, Karine learns the secrets of this Italian favorite.

  • Love and Drama at the Acropolis (4:19)

    Every culture has its tale of fated lovers. In Greece, it is Mimikos and Mary, whose romance took an unexpected turn in the shadow of the Acropolis, a story that shook Greek society.

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FAQs about the Mediterranean's Quiet Season

The Quiet Season runs from fall to spring, or roughly late October through mid-March.

Fewer crowds in most Mediterranean destinations allow for a calmer atmosphere, shorter waiting times at historic landmarks and even more exploration. Additionally, the cooler weather compared to summer may be more comfortable for some guests.

Viking offers an array of Quiet Season Mediterranean itineraries that call on intriguing destinations in Spain, France, Italy, Greece, Malta, Turkey, Monaco, Portugal, Croatia and Montenegro.

The Quiet Season is known for milder weather and cooler temperatures. In most countries, daytime temperatures range from the low 50s to the mid-60s Fahrenheit (10°C to 18°C).

To visit religious sites—including St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City—please ensure you have modest clothing that covers your knees and shoulders. Otherwise, you may be denied entry. When entering mosques in Turkey and beyond, women must cover their hair, arms and legs. Mosques often loan or sell scarves and long, slip-on skirts to women who are not sufficiently covered.

Viking is pleased to offer a selection of local extensions before and after your departure, allowing you to maximize your time in the destinations that matter most to you. Pre & post extensions can be found on each itinerary page, or if you have already booked travel with us, you may visit the Extensions tab in your My Viking Journey account for additional details.

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OCEAN OFFERS TERMS & CONDITIONS

TERMS & CONDITIONS APPLICABLE FOR BOOKINGS MADE BETWEEN 02 SEPTEMBER - 01 DECEMBER 2025 at 7PM AEDT ON ALL OCEAN SAILINGS (2025-2028)

  • Prices are per person, in Australian dollars and for Australian and New Zealand residents only. They are based on double occupancy and correct at time of printing. Prices include all advertised discounts, and all offers are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time. All offers are only valid for new bookings and only on selected departures made between 02 September - 01 December 2025 at 7PM AEDT unless sold out prior.
  • A partially refundable deposit of AU$1,000 per person (in the form of a future cruise voucher less a AU$100 cancellation fee) is required to secure a confirmed reservation within 3 days of booking otherwise reservation may automatically cancel.
  • Once deposit payment has been made, standard cancellation penalties apply. When booking airfares through Viking (including when taking advantage of a special offer that includes air travel), standard airline cancellation fees also apply.
  • Displayed prices indicate the lowest available pricing across all available sailings from 2025 to 2028 and may have different offers applicable from those advertised for the promoted sailing years. Pricing for each itinerary can vary at short notice as availability changes and sailings close for the current season.
  • Complete terms and conditions may be found in the Passenger Ticket Contract.

Flexible Deposit Policy (01 April 2024 – 01 December 2025 at 7pm AEDT) Terms & Conditions.

  • Our flexible deposit policy applies to new reservations only made between 01 April 2024 – 01 December 2025 at 7PM AEDT and is combinable with all other Viking offers available.
  • Under our flexible deposit policy, qualified guests can cancel their booking before final payment due date and receive deposit back in the form of a future cruise voucher less a $100 per person cancellation fee.
  • Guests will have 24 months to select their new date and use their Future Cruise Voucher to make a new reservation on any river, ocean, or expedition cruise.
  • When booking airfares through Viking (including when taking advantage of a special offer that includes air travel), standard airline cancellation fees will also apply. In some cases, airfares will be non-refundable. In the event of cancellation, these fees will be deducted from the deposit paid, and therefore the future cruise voucher issued.
  • The future cruise voucher can be used on any new Viking cruise and will be applied at booking and must be redeemed by the expiration date prior to final payment.
  • The future cruise voucher has no cash value and will be applied as a ’Booking Discount’.
  • Once the voucher is redeemed, it cannot be re‐issued or used towards another cruise, and any unused balance of the voucher is lost and has no cash value.
  • Valid future cruise voucher is non-transferable.

APPLICABLE FOR BOOKINGS MADE BETWEEN 02 SEPTEMBER - 01 DECEMBER 2025 AT 7PM AEDT ON 2026, 2027 & 2028 OCEAN SAILINGS ONLY.

Companion Fly Free Economy Flights up to the value of AU$2,500 when booking flights with Viking.

  • Companion Fly Free is economy flight(s) for one guest up to the value of AU$2,500 to/from Australia/New Zealand.
  • If the flight cost exceeds AU$2,500 for that guest, the guest will cover the difference.
  • If flights are cheaper than AU$2,500 for that guest, the unused portion of the air funds will be waived and cannot be transferred towards any other portion of the booking or any other person.
  • Flight cost difference is to be paid at the time of flight booking.
  • A guest can use the AU$2,500 to instead upgrade to business class or premium economy (booked through Viking) with AU$2,500 off business/premium economy airfare, with the difference to be covered by the guest. Upgrade flight cost difference is to be paid at the time of flight booking.
  • Applicable if flights are booked through Viking and must be booked in conjunction with a selected 2026/2027/2028 Viking Ocean cruise.
  • Flights are Viking’s choice of airline for selected major gateways in AU/NZ: ADL/AKL/BNE/CBR/CHC/CNS/DRW/HBA/LST/MEL/OOL/PER/SYD/WLG.
  • Guests must return their air form to Viking within 14 business days of receiving request for flights, otherwise Viking reserve the right to remove the free air promo and apply the respective in lieu of flights discount.
  • Valid on bookings made between 02 September - 01 December 2025 at 7PM AEDT.
  • Guest may not request to change to flights included promotion post campaign end date of 01 December 2025.
  • Viking will reach out to you or your travel advisor once flights are in the date range, at this point you may nominate your preferred departure/arrival dates.
  • Both guests must be on the same airline booking (PNR) and fly together in both directions.
  • Solo guests for Ocean can use up to AU$2,500 towards their flights. Any unused portion of the air funds will be waived and cannot be transferred towards any other portion of the booking or any other person or booking.
  • Flight offers and the deposit amount varies for World Cruises and Grand Journeys.
  • Companion Fly Free offer excludes the  Australia & New Zealand, Komodo & the Australian Coast, Grand Australian Circumnavigation and Viking World Cruise/Discovery/Journey/Voyage itineraries.
  • Please use code CFF25 to activate the Companion Fly Free offer when booking online or via the Contact Centre.
  • If no code is selected when booking via online, the Companion Fly Free offer will be applied.

Save AU$2,500 and book flights independently.

  • Guest booking is eligible to get a total discount of AU$2,500 per booking off the cruise fare at the time of booking in lieu of the Companion Free Economy Class flights.
  • Solo travelers will receive a dollar discount of AU$2,500 per booking off the cruise fare instead of the free companion flights.
  • Guests book their own flights independently of Viking.
  • Valid on bookings made between 02 September - 01 December 2025 at 7PM AEDT, excluding the Australia & New Zealand, Komodo & the Australian Coast, Grand Australia Circumnavigation and Viking World Cruise/Discovery/Journey/Voyage itineraries.
  • Guest may not request to change to flights included promotion post campaign end date of 01 December 2025.
  • Please use code CRO25 to activate the In Lieu of Flights offer when booking online or via the Contact Centre.
  • If no code is selected when booking via online, the Companion Fly Free offer will be applied.

APPLICABLE FOR NEW BOOKINGS MADE BETWEEN 02 SEPTEMBER - 01 DECEMBER 2025 AT 7PM AEDT ON 2025 OCEAN SAILINGS.

APPLICABLE FOR NEW BOOKINGS MADE BETWEEN 02 SEPTEMBER - 01 DECEMBER 2025 AT 7PM AEDT ON 2025 OCEAN SAILINGS.

  • Valid on new bookings made between 02 September - 01 December 2025 at 7pm AEDT on a 2025 Viking Ocean voyage.
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