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Viking Vela October 13-23 2027 Cruise & Offers | Viking Cruises

Athens (Piraeus), Greece to Athens (Piraeus), Greece

Voyage OVL271013Dates October 13–23, 2027Duration 11 daysShip Viking Vela

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Viking Vela Greek Odyssey October 13–23, 2027 voyage OVL271013 official itinerary map
Official published itinerary mapGreek Odyssey aboard Viking Vela · Voyage OVL271013

October 13–23, 2027 · Voyage OVL271013

Ports & shore experiences

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Days 1–2, 11 · October 13–14, 2027 · October 23, 2027Athens (Piraeus), GreeceDeparture and return · Europe · Mediterranean

About Athens (Piraeus), Greece

Piraeus is Athens' historic harbor and the maritime gateway to the Greek capital. Its waterfront districts, archaeological museum and bustling markets reveal a city shaped by shipping and migration. Inland, Athens brings together the Acropolis, classical civic sites, Byzantine churches and modern neighborhoods, with tavernas and galleries filling the streets between ancient landmarks.

Published dates
October 13–14, 2027 · October 23, 2027
Itinerary days
Days 1–2, 11
Call type
Departure and return
Published route region
Europe · Mediterranean
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 OVL271013. Deluxe Cruises can help confirm the available included and optional program for this sailing when Viking publishes it.

Day 3 · October 15, 2027Volos, GreeceScheduled call · Europe · Mediterranean

About Volos, Greece

Volos is a lively Greek port on the Pagasetic Gulf beneath Mount Pelion. Its waterfront is lined with cafés and traditional tsipouradika serving small seafood dishes with local spirits. Archaeological museums and nearby ancient sites trace Thessaly’s history, while regional mythology associates the harbor with Jason and the voyage of the Argonauts.

Published dates
October 15, 2027
Itinerary days
Day 3
Call type
Scheduled call
Published route region
Europe · Mediterranean
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 OVL271013. Deluxe Cruises can help confirm the available included and optional program for this sailing when Viking publishes it.

Day 4 · October 16, 2027Thessaloníki, GreeceScheduled call · Europe · Mediterranean

About Thessaloníki, Greece

Thessaloniki layers Roman, Byzantine, Ottoman and modern Greek life along a lively waterfront. The White Tower marks the seafront, while UNESCO-listed churches, the Roman Forum and the Arch of Galerius punctuate the center. Covered markets, pastry shops and meze restaurants reflect the city's reputation as a culinary crossroads of northern Greece.

Published dates
October 16, 2027
Itinerary days
Day 4
Call type
Scheduled call
Published route region
Europe · Mediterranean
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 OVL271013. Deluxe Cruises can help confirm the available included and optional program for this sailing when Viking publishes it.

Day 5 · October 17, 2027Scenic Sailing: Mt. AthosNamed scenic sailing · Europe · Mediterranean

About Scenic Sailing: Mt. Athos

Mt. Athos is a named scenic passage, experienced from the vessel rather than as a visit ashore. The surrounding water, coast, islands, or riverbanks provide visual context as the route unfolds. Visibility, exact course, and timing can vary with weather, water levels, traffic, and operational conditions, so no fixed viewpoint or shore activity is implied.

Published dates
October 17, 2027
Itinerary days
Day 5
Call type
Named scenic sailing
Published route region
Europe · Mediterranean
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 OVL271013. Deluxe Cruises can help confirm the available included and optional program for this sailing when Viking publishes it.

Day 6 · October 18, 2027Ephesus (Kuşadasi), TurkeyScheduled call · Europe · Mediterranean

About Ephesus (Kuşadasi), Turkey

Kusadasi faces the Aegean from a broad bay, combining a marina, seafront promenade and bazaar district with views toward Pigeon Island and its small fortress. The port is widely used as a gateway to ancient Ephesus, where monumental streets, terraces and public buildings preserve one of the Mediterranean's most extensive classical cityscapes.

Published dates
October 18, 2027
Itinerary days
Day 6
Call type
Scheduled call
Published route region
Europe · Mediterranean
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 OVL271013. Deluxe Cruises can help confirm the available included and optional program for this sailing when Viking publishes it.

Day 7 · October 19, 2027Rhodes, GreeceScheduled call · Europe · Mediterranean

About Rhodes, Greece

Rhodes combines a living medieval city with the bright landscapes of the Dodecanese. Within its fortified UNESCO-listed Old Town, the Street of the Knights leads toward the Palace of the Grand Master. Ottoman details, Byzantine churches, lively squares and nearby beaches reveal the island's layered Mediterranean history and present-day rhythm.

Published dates
October 19, 2027
Itinerary days
Day 7
Call type
Scheduled call
Published route region
Europe · Mediterranean
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 OVL271013. Deluxe Cruises can help confirm the available included and optional program for this sailing when Viking publishes it.

Day 8 · October 20, 2027Santorini (Thíra), GreeceScheduled call · Europe · Mediterranean

About Santorini (Thíra), Greece

Santorini's whitewashed settlements crown the rim of a flooded volcanic caldera, creating dramatic views across dark cliffs and the Aegean. Fira and Oia offer lanes, terraces and blue-domed churches, while Akrotiri preserves a Bronze Age town. Assyrtiko vineyards, black-sand shores and volcanic soils express the island's distinctive natural history.

Published dates
October 20, 2027
Itinerary days
Day 8
Call type
Scheduled call
Published route region
Europe · Mediterranean
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 OVL271013. Deluxe Cruises can help confirm the available included and optional program for this sailing when Viking publishes it.

Day 9 · October 21, 2027Crete (Souda Bay), GreeceScheduled call · Europe · Mediterranean

About Crete (Souda Bay), Greece

Souda Bay is a deep natural harbor on Crete’s northwestern coast and the maritime gateway to nearby Chania. Chania’s Venetian harbor, Ottoman-era lanes, markets, and museums reveal the island’s layered history. Olive groves, villages, beaches, and the rugged White Mountains expand the setting beyond the port across a distinctly Cretan landscape.

Published dates
October 21, 2027
Itinerary days
Day 9
Call type
Scheduled call
Published route region
Europe · Mediterranean
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 OVL271013. Deluxe Cruises can help confirm the available included and optional program for this sailing when Viking publishes it.

Day 10 · October 22, 2027Nafplio, GreeceScheduled call · Europe · Mediterranean

About Nafplio, Greece

Nafplio curves around a sheltered harbor in the Peloponnese beneath the imposing Palamidi Fortress. Venetian and Ottoman architecture shapes the old town’s lanes and squares, while the small Bourtzi fort occupies an offshore islet. As modern Greece’s first capital, the town holds particular importance in the country’s independence story.

Published dates
October 22, 2027
Itinerary days
Day 10
Call type
Scheduled call
Published route region
Europe · Mediterranean
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 OVL271013. 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

Greek Odyssey aboard Viking Vela

On October 13–23, 2027, Viking Vela operates Viking voyage OVL271013 from Athens (Piraeus), Greece to Athens (Piraeus), Greece. The published 11-day journey, Greek Odyssey, includes Athens (Piraeus), Greece, Volos, Greece, Thessaloníki, Greece, Scenic Sailing: Mt. Athos, Ephesus (Kuşadasi), Turkey, Rhodes, Greece, Santorini (Thíra), Greece, Crete (Souda Bay), Greece.

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 Vela October 13-23 2027: is Voyage OVL271013 right for you?

This 11-day voyage aboard Viking Vela sails Athens (Piraeus), Greece to Athens (Piraeus), Greece, with calls including Volos, Thessaloníki, Scenic Sailing: Mt. Athos, and Ephesus (Kuşadasi). Voyage OVL271013 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.

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Questions travelers ask

What is the voyage number for this Viking Vela sailing?

The official voyage number is OVL271013.

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 Vela Voyage OVL271013?

For the October 13-23, 2027 Athens (Piraeus), Greece to Athens (Piraeus), Greece sailing aboard Viking Vela: 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 Vela Voyage OVL271013?

For the October 13-23, 2027 Athens (Piraeus), Greece to Athens (Piraeus), Greece sailing aboard Viking Vela: 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 Vela Voyage OVL271013, and can Deluxe Cruises help with alternatives?

For the October 13-23, 2027 Athens (Piraeus), Greece to Athens (Piraeus), Greece sailing aboard Viking Vela: 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 Vela for Voyage OVL271013?

For the October 13-23, 2027 Athens (Piraeus), Greece to Athens (Piraeus), Greece sailing aboard Viking Vela: 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 Vela Voyage OVL271013 with Deluxe Cruises?

Deluxe Cruises provides personal planning for Voyage OVL271013, 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 OVL271013?

For the October 13-23 2027 Athens (Piraeus), Greece to Athens (Piraeus), Greece, compare the published schedule, accommodation category and location, included services, current availability, and any special requirements before you reserve.

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What are Viking Vela's verified headline statistics?
2024Year built
Ocean · larger all-veranda classPublished ship family
998Guests
What clothes should I bring for this October itinerary?

Deluxe Cruises packing guidance for this October itinerary

  • Pack versatile layers suited to the route and season, including a light sweater and compact wind- and water-resistant outer layer.
  • Bring comfortable, supportive, non-slip walking shoes for piers, steps, cobbled streets, and longer touring days.
  • Add sun protection, a compact umbrella, and clothing that covers shoulders and knees where local religious or cultural sites require modest dress.

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 Vela?
  • 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 Vela 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 Vela 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 OVL271013 before reserving.

Can children and babies sail aboard Viking Vela?
  • 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 OVL271013: do not assume a supervised program, babysitting, crib, or child-specific service unless it is confirmed for this sailing.

How does Viking Vela 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 Vela?
  • 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 Vela Voyage OVL271013?

For round-trip flights to and from Athens (Piraeus), Greece around Voyage OVL271013, 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 Vela Voyage OVL271013 after booking with Deluxe Cruises?

Before you begin: After Deluxe Cruises confirms Viking Vela Voyage OVL271013, 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 Vela Voyage OVL271013 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 Vela Voyage OVL271013 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.

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