Voyage of Marco Polo

Sail in a great explorer’s wake

Trace the great Spice Routes that inspired Marco Polo himself during a 36-day voyage into the heart of the Mediterranean and Asia. Follow in the wake of ancient merchant travelers, crossing the Suez Canal to discover the regions’ best-loved ports in the Levant, the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia. Enriching overnights in Haifa, Mumbai, Colombo and Bangkok help you truly connect with this intriguing part of the world.

Viking Inclusive Value

We include features & services worth over $200 per guest per day.

Viking Inclusive Value

We include features & services worth over $200 per guest per day.

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Day by Day

To learn more about each port of call and our included as well as optional excursions, click on the individual days below.

1	Athens (Piraeus), Greece	See the Panathenaic Stadium, Temple of Zeus and Acropolis or shop in the Plaka District.
2	Sail the Aegean Sea	Sail the Aegean Sea, a setting for ancient histories and epic mythologies.
3	Haifa, Israel	Capture the vistas from Mount Carmel and tour Acre or visit Nazareth and the Sea of Galilee.
4	Haifa, Israel	Follow in the footsteps of Bahá’í pilgrims, to the Hanging Gardens on Mount Carmel’s slopes.
5	Cairo (Port Said), Egypt	Admire the Sakkara Step Pyramid, and in Giza, witness the Great Pyramids and Great Sphinx.
6	Scenic Sailing: Suez Canal	Sail the Suez Canal, an engineering marvel surrounded by desert sands that stretch into Egypt.
7	Luxor (Safaga), Egypt	Walk among the monumental peristyles and obelisks at the Temples of Luxor and Karnak.
8	Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt	Observe underwater marine life or immerse yourself in Bedouin customs in the Sinai Desert.
9	Aqaba, Jordan	Discover the gateway to the lost city of Petra and the spectacular canyons of Wadi Rum.
10	Sail the Red Sea	Sail the Red Sea, rich in history and legend from the ancient Egyptians to Napoleon.
11	Jeddah, Saudi Arabia	Visit Jeddah, a vibrant Red Sea port whose historic Old Town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
12	Sail the Red Sea	Cross the Red Sea and trace the route of explorers in search of gold, incense and ebony.
13-14	Sail the Gulf of Aden	Sail a major trade route plied for centuries by merchant ships.
15	Salālah, Oman	Explore historic Salālah and learn about the legendary 13th-century frankincense route.
16	Sail the Arabian Sea	Traverse the Arabian Sea, originally named after the mythic King Erythras of ancient Greece.
17	Muscat, Oman	Visit the Islamic treasures of Muscat, Oman's capital; see traditional dhow fishing boats.
18-19	Sail the Arabian Sea	Follow the ancient trade route that carried spices to the Levant and beyond.
20	Mumbai, India	See iconic landmarks, such as the glamorous Taj Mahal Palace hotel and Gateway of India.
21	Mumbai, India	Explore Mumbai, formerly known as Bombay, and savor delicious flavorful regional fare.
22	Mumbai, India	Admire the array of architectural styles that grace Mumbai’s skyline and neighborhoods.
23	Goa (Mormugao), India	Discover Portuguese-influenced Goa, home to magnificent colonial-era architecture.
24	Sail the Laccadive Sea	Sail the warm waters of the Laccadive Sea, a haven for pearl fishing for 2,000 years.
25	Colombo, Sri Lanka	Discover Colombo’s cultural treasures and take an exhilarating ride in a tuk-tuk.
26	Colombo, Sri Lanka	Explore Sri Lanka’s colonial architecture or visit a tea plantation and sample a cup.
27-28	Scenic Sailing: The Bay of Bengal	Sail the Bay of Bengal, the world’s largest bay, considered sacred by many Hindus.
29	Scenic Sailing: Strait of Malacca	Navigate the narrow Strait of Malacca, dotted with alluring emerald-green pulaus, or islands.
30	George Town, Malaysia	Explore the sights of George Town by trishaw and discover its hidden cultural gems.
31	Kuala Lumpur (Port Klang), Malaysia	Witness a blend of architecture, from colonial gems to its modern-day skyline.
32	Singapore, Singapore	Visit Singapore’s varied districts, Botanic Gardens or the futuristic Gardens by the Bay.
33	Scenic Sailing: Gulf of Thailand	Sail the Gulf of Thailand, set amid mountains and home to Chinese white dolphins.
34	Koh Samui (Nathon), Thailand	Relax in pristine surroundings in this paradise of coconut trees, reefs and sandy beaches.
35	Bangkok (Laem Chabang), Thailand	Explore Thailand’s capital and its Chao Phraya River, Grand Palace and flavorful cuisine.
36	Bangkok (Laem Chabang), Thailand	Visit golden pagodas and spiritual shrines as you explore the streets of the Thai capital.

Itinerary and shore excursions are subject to change and may vary by departure.

Pre & Post Cruise Extensions

More days means more to discover, with extension packages you can add before or after your Viking cruise or cruisetour. Enjoy additional days to explore your embarkation or disembarkation city, or see a new destination altogether with a choice of exciting cities.
Pre & Post Cruise Extensions vary by itinerary and are subject to change.

Sail in a great explorer’s wake

Sail in a great explorer’s wake

AU$2,500 FLIGHT CREDIT

Viking Inclusive Value

Viking Inclusive Value

Pre: Athens

Pre: Classic Greece

Post: Angkor Wat

Post: Bangkok

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