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Viking Astrea December 20 2027-January 3 2028 Cruise & Offers | Viking Cruises

Barcelona, Spain to Barcelona, Spain

Voyage OAS271220ADates December 20, 2027–January 3, 2028Duration 15 daysShip Viking Astrea

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Viking Astrea NEW! Gems of the Mediterranean December 20, 2027–January 3, 2028 voyage OAS271220A official itinerary map
Official published itinerary mapNEW! Gems of the Mediterranean aboard Viking Astrea · Voyage OAS271220A

December 20, 2027–January 3, 2028 · Voyage OAS271220A

Ports & shore experiences

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Days 1–2, 15 · December 20–21, 2027 · January 3, 2028Barcelona, SpainDeparture and return · Europe · Mediterranean · Africa & Middle East

About Barcelona, Spain

Barcelona pairs a Mediterranean waterfront with a layered cityscape of Roman remains, Gothic lanes and Catalan modernist architecture. Gaudí's Sagrada Família and Park Güell contrast with the intimate squares of the old city. Food markets, tapas bars, design studios and the hill of Montjuïc make culture, cuisine and urban scenery easy to combine.

Published dates
December 20–21, 2027 · January 3, 2028
Itinerary days
Days 1–2, 15
Call type
Departure and return
Published route region
Europe · Mediterranean · Africa & Middle East
Port times
Not published for this exact sailing

Shore-experience planning

Viking's public exact-sailing response does not verify a departure-specific shore-experience roster for voyage OAS271220A. Deluxe Cruises can help confirm the available included and optional program for this sailing when Viking publishes it.

Day 3 · December 22, 2027Sète, FranceScheduled call · Europe · Mediterranean · Africa & Middle East

About Sète, France

Sète is a working Mediterranean port threaded by canals between the sea and the Étang de Thau lagoon. Fishing boats, markets, bridges, and waterfront restaurants give the center a strong maritime rhythm, earning comparisons with Venice. Mont Saint-Clair rises above town, while nearby oyster beds and beaches define the surrounding coast.

Published dates
December 22, 2027
Itinerary days
Day 3
Call type
Scheduled call
Published route region
Europe · Mediterranean · Africa & Middle East
Port times
Not published for this exact sailing

Shore-experience planning

Viking's public exact-sailing response does not verify a departure-specific shore-experience roster for voyage OAS271220A. Deluxe Cruises can help confirm the available included and optional program for this sailing when Viking publishes it.

Day 4 · December 23, 2027Marseille, FranceScheduled call · Europe · Mediterranean · Africa & Middle East

About Marseille, France

Marseille is France's oldest major city and a Mediterranean port shaped by successive waves of trade and migration. The Vieux-Port remains its social heart, framed by markets, boats and neighborhoods such as Le Panier. Notre-Dame de la Garde overlooks the city, while the nearby Calanques introduce limestone cliffs and turquoise inlets.

Published dates
December 23, 2027
Itinerary days
Day 4
Call type
Scheduled call
Published route region
Europe · Mediterranean · Africa & Middle East
Port times
Not published for this exact sailing

Shore-experience planning

Viking's public exact-sailing response does not verify a departure-specific shore-experience roster for voyage OAS271220A. Deluxe Cruises can help confirm the available included and optional program for this sailing when Viking publishes it.

Day 5 · December 24, 2027Villefranche-sur-Mer, FranceScheduled call · Europe · Mediterranean · Africa & Middle East

About Villefranche-sur-Mer, France

Villefranche-sur-Mer curves around one of the deepest natural bays on the French Riviera. Colorful houses climb steeply from the waterfront through vaulted passages and narrow lanes. The sixteenth-century citadel, harbor, and Jean Cocteau-decorated Chapelle Saint-Pierre complement small beaches, while nearby Nice lies beyond the wooded Cap de Nice.

Published dates
December 24, 2027
Itinerary days
Day 5
Call type
Scheduled call
Published route region
Europe · Mediterranean · Africa & Middle East
Port times
Not published for this exact sailing

Shore-experience planning

Viking's public exact-sailing response does not verify a departure-specific shore-experience roster for voyage OAS271220A. Deluxe Cruises can help confirm the available included and optional program for this sailing when Viking publishes it.

Days 6–7 · December 25–26, 2027Florence/Pisa (Livorno), ItalyOvernight · Europe · Mediterranean · Africa & Middle East

About Florence/Pisa (Livorno), Italy

Livorno is a working Tuscan port with canal-side quarters, seafood traditions and a multicultural history shaped by Mediterranean trade. It also serves as a gateway to Florence’s Renaissance art and architecture and Pisa’s celebrated Piazza dei Miracoli. Coastal scenery, hill towns and vineyard landscapes broaden the possibilities of a call in this region.

Published dates
December 25–26, 2027
Itinerary days
Days 6–7
Call type
Overnight
Published route region
Europe · Mediterranean · Africa & Middle East
Port times
Not published for this exact sailing

Shore-experience planning

Viking's public exact-sailing response does not verify a departure-specific shore-experience roster for voyage OAS271220A. Deluxe Cruises can help confirm the available included and optional program for this sailing when Viking publishes it.

Day 8 · December 27, 2027Rome (Civitavecchia), ItalyScheduled call · Europe · Mediterranean · Africa & Middle East

About Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy

Civitavecchia is the principal Tyrrhenian port for Rome, connecting a working waterfront and historic center with the Italian capital inland. Travelers can explore the Colosseum, Roman Forum, Vatican Museums and baroque piazzas in Rome, or remain near the coast for Civitavecchia's Michelangelo Fortress, market streets and seafront promenade.

Published dates
December 27, 2027
Itinerary days
Day 8
Call type
Scheduled call
Published route region
Europe · Mediterranean · Africa & Middle East
Port times
Not published for this exact sailing

Shore-experience planning

Viking's public exact-sailing response does not verify a departure-specific shore-experience roster for voyage OAS271220A. Deluxe Cruises can help confirm the available included and optional program for this sailing when Viking publishes it.

Day 9 · December 28, 2027Salerno, ItalyScheduled call · Europe · Mediterranean · Africa & Middle East

About Salerno, Italy

Salerno stretches along a broad gulf beneath wooded hills, balancing a working port with an inviting waterfront promenade. Its historic center contains the medieval cathedral and narrow streets lined with cafes and shops. The city also opens routes toward the Amalfi Coast, the Greek temples of Paestum and Campania's seafood-rich cooking.

Published dates
December 28, 2027
Itinerary days
Day 9
Call type
Scheduled call
Published route region
Europe · Mediterranean · Africa & Middle East
Port times
Not published for this exact sailing

Shore-experience planning

Viking's public exact-sailing response does not verify a departure-specific shore-experience roster for voyage OAS271220A. Deluxe Cruises can help confirm the available included and optional program for this sailing when Viking publishes it.

Day 10 · December 29, 2027Sicily (Palermo), ItalyScheduled call · Europe · Mediterranean · Africa & Middle East

About Sicily (Palermo), Italy

Palermo’s architecture reflects the many cultures that ruled Sicily, from Arab and Norman dynasties to Spanish and later Italian periods. The Palatine Chapel, cathedral, palaces, markets, and Baroque churches create a rich, sometimes theatrical cityscape. Nearby Monreale adds a cathedral celebrated for its extensive golden Byzantine mosaics.

Published dates
December 29, 2027
Itinerary days
Day 10
Call type
Scheduled call
Published route region
Europe · Mediterranean · Africa & Middle East
Port times
Not published for this exact sailing

Shore-experience planning

Viking's public exact-sailing response does not verify a departure-specific shore-experience roster for voyage OAS271220A. Deluxe Cruises can help confirm the available included and optional program for this sailing when Viking publishes it.

Day 11 · December 30, 2027Tunis (La Goulette), TunisiaScheduled call · Europe · Mediterranean · Africa & Middle East

About Tunis (La Goulette), Tunisia

La Goulette is the Mediterranean port for Tunis, Tunisia’s inland capital. Tunis centers on a UNESCO-listed medina of souks, mosques, courtyards, and historic houses alongside later French-planned avenues. Carthage’s archaeological sites and the blue-and-white village of Sidi Bou Said occupy separate nearby areas, so geography matters when setting priorities.

Published dates
December 30, 2027
Itinerary days
Day 11
Call type
Scheduled call
Published route region
Europe · Mediterranean · Africa & Middle East
Port times
Not published for this exact sailing

Shore-experience planning

Viking's public exact-sailing response does not verify a departure-specific shore-experience roster for voyage OAS271220A. Deluxe Cruises can help confirm the available included and optional program for this sailing when Viking publishes it.

Day 12 · December 31, 2027Sardinia (Cagliari), ItalyScheduled call · Europe · Mediterranean · Africa & Middle East

About Sardinia (Cagliari), Italy

Cagliari rises from a busy southern Sardinian harbor to the hilltop Castello quarter. Medieval lanes, cathedral buildings, and the Bastione di Saint Remy overlook the waterfront, while Roman remains and lively markets reveal deeper layers of history. Poetto Beach and the wetlands beyond the center add an open coastal dimension.

Published dates
December 31, 2027
Itinerary days
Day 12
Call type
Scheduled call
Published route region
Europe · Mediterranean · Africa & Middle East
Port times
Not published for this exact sailing

Shore-experience planning

Viking's public exact-sailing response does not verify a departure-specific shore-experience roster for voyage OAS271220A. Deluxe Cruises can help confirm the available included and optional program for this sailing when Viking publishes it.

Day 13 · January 1, 2028Sail the Mediterranean SeaSea day · Europe · Mediterranean · Africa & Middle East

About Sail the Mediterranean Sea

The passage across the Mediterranean Sea is an at-sea period connecting destinations along the route. The day centers on navigation and views from the vessel rather than a scheduled shore visit. Weather, sea conditions, traffic, and operational needs can influence the exact course and visibility, so no particular coastal view, sighting, or activity is guaranteed.

Published dates
January 1, 2028
Itinerary days
Day 13
Call type
Sea day
Published route region
Europe · Mediterranean · Africa & Middle East
Port times
Not published for this exact sailing

Shore-experience planning

Viking's public exact-sailing response does not verify a departure-specific shore-experience roster for voyage OAS271220A. Deluxe Cruises can help confirm the available included and optional program for this sailing when Viking publishes it.

Day 14 · January 2, 2028Valencia, SpainScheduled call · Europe · Mediterranean · Africa & Middle East

About Valencia, Spain

Valencia balances a historic Mediterranean center with bold contemporary architecture. The UNESCO-listed Silk Exchange, cathedral and Central Market anchor the old city, while the former Turia riverbed forms a long green park leading toward the City of Arts and Sciences. Local rice fields and coastal traditions shape paella and the wider regional cuisine.

Published dates
January 2, 2028
Itinerary days
Day 14
Call type
Scheduled call
Published route region
Europe · Mediterranean · Africa & Middle East
Port times
Not published for this exact sailing

Shore-experience planning

Viking's public exact-sailing response does not verify a departure-specific shore-experience roster for voyage OAS271220A. Deluxe Cruises can help confirm the available included and optional program for this sailing when Viking publishes it.

Viking's public exact-sailing response publishes the dated sequence but no port times or exact-departure shore-experience roster. Deluxe Cruises will confirm the latest operational information without sending you to an external cruise-line booking page.

A closer look at this sailing

NEW! Gems of the Mediterranean aboard Viking Astrea

On December 20, 2027–January 3, 2028, Viking Astrea operates Viking voyage OAS271220A from Barcelona, Spain to Barcelona, Spain. The published 15-day journey, NEW! Gems of the Mediterranean, includes Barcelona, Spain, Sète, France, Marseille, France, Villefranche-sur-Mer, France, Florence/Pisa (Livorno), Italy, Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy, Salerno, Italy, Sicily (Palermo), Italy.

Port calls and their order reflect Viking's public itinerary at the time of collection. Public arrival and departure times were not supplied, so none have been invented here.

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Viking Astrea | Voyage OAS271220A | December 20, 2027-January 3, 2028 | 15 days Barcelona, Spain to Barcelona, Spain

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Viking Astrea December 20 2027-January 3 2028: is Voyage OAS271220A right for you?

This 15-day voyage aboard Viking Astrea sails Barcelona, Spain to Barcelona, Spain, with calls including Sète, Marseille, Villefranche-sur-Mer, and Florence/Pisa (Livorno). Voyage OAS271220A matches the latest verified voyage-search dataset used by this website. Before reserving, ask Deluxe Cruises to compare accommodations, deck location, inclusions, current availability, and any family, medical, dietary, or accessibility arrangements for this exact departure. Viking Astrea is described as future; published specifications, facilities, and delivery timing remain planned and subject to change.

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Questions travelers ask

What is the voyage number for this Viking Astrea sailing?

The official voyage number is OAS271220A.

Does Viking publish arrival and departure times for this sailing?

Viking's public itinerary does not publish port arrival and departure times for this sailing. Deluxe Cruises can help confirm current documents before travel.

How do I request pricing for this itinerary?

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What is included and not included on Viking Astrea Voyage OAS271220A?

For the December 20, 2027-January 3, 2028 Barcelona, Spain to Barcelona, Spain sailing aboard Viking Astrea: Published Viking Ocean benefits include all-veranda accommodation, one complimentary shore excursion in every port, Wi-Fi, meals, beer, wine and soft drinks with lunch and dinner, specialty coffee, tea and water, port taxes, enrichment, alternative dining without a cover charge, Nordic Spa access, self-service laundry and 24-hour room service. Optional tours, beverage packages and personal services follow the exact booking. The exact fare and booking confirmation control.

What bed is provided for a child or third guest on Viking Astrea Voyage OAS271220A?

For the December 20, 2027-January 3, 2028 Barcelona, Spain to Barcelona, Spain sailing aboard Viking Astrea: Viking requires every guest to be at least 18 years old, so no child bed applies. The published primary bed is a king Viking Explorer Bed. A third-adult sleeping surface is not safely verified for every category and is not inferred from a sofa or photograph. Deluxe Cruises will confirm the exact room and occupancy before booking.

Are shore excursions included on Viking Astrea Voyage OAS271220A, and can Deluxe Cruises help with alternatives?

For the December 20, 2027-January 3, 2028 Barcelona, Spain to Barcelona, Spain sailing aboard Viking Astrea: One complimentary shore excursion in every port of call is included under Viking's current Ocean program. Optional tours, capacity, local conditions, participant rules and the exact itinerary still control. If a preferred shore experience is not included, Deluxe Cruises can compare independent alternatives and check whether a lower price or better value is available than booking through the cruise line. Availability and savings vary and are confirmed before purchase.

How does Internet and Wi-Fi work aboard Viking Astrea for Voyage OAS271220A?

For the December 20, 2027-January 3, 2028 Barcelona, Spain to Barcelona, Spain sailing aboard Viking Astrea: Wi-Fi is published as included aboard this Viking Ocean ship, subject to satellite coverage, device rules and the exact booking. Speed and uninterrupted performance are not guaranteed. The exact booking confirmation controls.

Why book Viking Astrea Voyage OAS271220A with Deluxe Cruises?

Deluxe Cruises provides personal planning for Voyage OAS271220A, including accommodation and deck-location comparisons, current availability and preferred-rate guidance, and help documenting family, medical, dietary, or accessibility requests before departure.

What should travelers compare for Voyage OAS271220A?

For the December 20 2027-January 3 2028 Barcelona, Spain to Barcelona, Spain, compare the published schedule, accommodation category and location, included services, current availability, and any special requirements before you reserve.

How do I request a personalized luxury cruise quote?

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What are Viking Astrea's verified headline statistics?
2027Year built
Ocean · larger all-veranda classPublished ship family
998Guests

Future-ship status: future. These published specifications are planned and must be reconfirmed before the ship enters service.

What clothes should I bring for this December itinerary?

Deluxe Cruises packing guidance for this December river or warm-region itinerary

  • Pack lightweight, breathable, modest clothing, sun protection, and a light layer for air-conditioned interiors or cooler mornings.
  • Bring comfortable closed walking shoes for touring, plus a compact rain layer and any destination-specific health supplies recommended by your clinician.
  • Respect local dress requirements at religious and cultural sites; the final voyage documents and destination advisories should guide the last check.

Viking dress guidance

  • Viking has no formal nights across its ocean, river and expedition products.
  • Ocean products use casual daytime clothing and Elegant Casual dress in evening dining and performance spaces; jackets and ties are optional, while the World Cafe remains casual.

Packing suggestions are Deluxe Cruises editorial guidance; the cruise line's final documents and the weather forecast control the last check.

What services and amenities are available aboard Viking Astrea?
  • Ocean ships publish all-veranda accommodations, Wi-Fi, alternative dining without a cover charge, and beer and wine with lunch and dinner; spa and laundry facilities are ship-specific.

Venues, hours, inclusions, equipment, and operating conditions can vary by ship and sailing. Deluxe Cruises will reconfirm the details for this departure.

What fitness, sports, or wellness facilities does Viking Astrea have?
  • Ocean ships publish a fitness center, Nordic Spa, pools and outdoor walking space.

Class schedules, age rules, treatment access, operating hours, and equipment availability are confirmed for the exact ship and voyage.

What accommodation features and services can Viking Astrea guests expect?
  • Ocean ships publish accommodations with private verandas. Exact room size, bath, occupancy, accessibility and included category benefits must come from the selected ship and category.

Review the exact room or suite number, category, deck position, layout, and benefits for Voyage OAS271220A before reserving.

Can children and babies sail aboard Viking Astrea?
  • Viking requires every guest to be at least 18 years old on embarkation day across river, ocean and expedition voyages; the product is not designed with services or facilities for children.
  • Viking cannot accommodate a guest past the 24th week of pregnancy. Notify Viking promptly and confirm whether a Fit-to-Travel letter or other current documentation is required.

For Voyage OAS271220A: do not assume a supervised program, babysitting, crib, or child-specific service unless it is confirmed for this sailing.

How does Viking Astrea handle special needs, medical arrangements, and accessibility?
  • Discuss mobility, medical, communication and accommodation needs before booking and complete Viking's current accessibility documentation so the ship, itinerary and excursions can be assessed.
  • A mobility device normally must meet Viking's published size and storage limits, and the guest is responsible for required equipment and personal care. Ports, aircraft, motorcoaches, gangways, steps and shore facilities can prevent access.
  • Onboard and shoreside medical access may be limited or delayed, and Viking does not provide specialized continuing care. Bring adequate medication and equipment and disclose needs before travel.

Important: access varies by accommodation, gangway, pier, tender, shore transport, and operating conditions. Document needs when requesting the booking and reconfirm them before travel.

What is the smoking policy aboard Viking Astrea?
  • Viking ships are non-smoking except in designated outdoor areas. Smoking and electronic cigarettes are prohibited in staterooms, verandas and indoor public spaces.
  • Exact smoking locations and shore restrictions differ by ship and waterway; follow onboard signs and instructions.

Designated locations and onboard rules can change. Follow the policy, posted signs, and crew instructions in force for the voyage.

How can I find the best cruise airfare for Viking Astrea Voyage OAS271220A?

For round-trip flights to and from Barcelona, Spain around Voyage OAS271220A, compare schedules, fare rules, baggage allowances, connection times, and change options—not airfare alone. Visit the Deluxe Cruises Cruise Airfare page to explore flight options designed around your cruise and potential ways to save money. Airfares and savings vary, and Deluxe Cruises will help confirm suitable travel dates and connection time before booking.

Where can I review cruise travel insurance information?

Visit the Deluxe Cruises Cruise Travel Insurance page to prepare for a quote and compare optional protection with Travel Insured.

You can also search the Deluxe Cruises Cruise-Line Travel Insurance Directory for cruise-line-specific plan companies, insurer or administrator contacts, available policy-document links, and published pre-existing-condition purchase guidance. Plan terms and availability can change; the policy or certificate issued for your state controls.

How do I create a My Viking Journey account and connect Viking Astrea Voyage OAS271220A after booking with Deluxe Cruises?

Before you begin: After Deluxe Cruises confirms Viking Astrea Voyage OAS271220A, use Viking's booking number from the cruise-line confirmation—not a Deluxe Cruises invoice, receipt, or payment reference. Viking states that a booked guest with a Viking booking number can create My Viking Journey.

  1. Step 1 — Open My Viking Journey: Choose My Viking Journey from Viking's official website. Sign in if the guest already has an account, or select Create Account.
  2. Step 2 — Verify the email: Begin with the preferred email address, retrieve the verification code Viking sends, and enter that code when prompted.
  3. Step 3 — Create and match the account: Enter Viking's booking number, the guest's last name exactly as shown on the passport and reservation, the preferred email, and a password that meets Viking's displayed rules. Follow the remaining prompts.
  4. Step 4 — Open the voyage: Find Viking Astrea Voyage OAS271220A in My Viking Journey and complete the Guest Information Form and any required preferences or documents.
  5. Step 5 — Add or manage bookings: From the account welcome area, add another Viking booking number when needed. Review the booking, documents, excursions, dining, spa, payments, preferences, and flight information currently available for the voyage.

If Viking Astrea Voyage OAS271220A does not appear, recheck Viking's booking number and the guest identity and email. Use the official password-recovery process for an existing account, then contact Deluxe Cruises so your advisor can verify the Viking booking record.

My Viking Journey services open according to Viking's schedule and the booking stage. Deluxe Cruises remains your travel advisor for reservation changes and assistance. Keep your password private.