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Viking Vesta August 18-September 1 2026 Cruise & Offers | Viking Cruises

Istanbul, Turkey to Venice (Fusina), Italy

Voyage OVS260818ADates August 18–September 1, 2026Duration 15 daysShip Viking Vesta

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August 18–September 1, 2026 · Voyage OVS260818A

Ports & shore experiences

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Days 1–2 · August 18–19, 2026Istanbul, TurkeyOvernight · Europe · Mediterranean

About Istanbul, Turkey

Istanbul spans Europe and Asia across the Bosphorus, layering Byzantine, Ottoman and modern city life around a busy natural waterway. Sultanahmet brings together Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque and Topkapı Palace, while the Grand Bazaar, Galata lanes, waterfront neighborhoods and ferry crossings reveal a city shaped by trade, faith and migration.

Published dates
August 18–19, 2026
Itinerary days
Days 1–2
Call type
Overnight
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 OVS260818A. Deluxe Cruises can help confirm the available included and optional program for this sailing when Viking publishes it.

Day 3 · August 20, 2026Troy (Çanakkale), TurkeyScheduled call · Europe · Mediterranean

About Troy (Çanakkale), Turkey

Çanakkale faces the Dardanelles at the meeting point of European and Asian Turkey. Its waterfront, naval museum and Ottoman fortifications explain the strait's strategic importance. The archaeological site of Troy lies nearby, while local ceramics, seafood and views across the busy channel connect ancient legend, military history and everyday coastal life.

Published dates
August 20, 2026
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 OVS260818A. Deluxe Cruises can help confirm the available included and optional program for this sailing when Viking publishes it.

Day 4 · August 21, 2026Ephesus (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
August 21, 2026
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 OVS260818A. Deluxe Cruises can help confirm the available included and optional program for this sailing when Viking publishes it.

Day 5 · August 22, 2026Rhodes, 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
August 22, 2026
Itinerary days
Day 5
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 OVS260818A. Deluxe Cruises can help confirm the available included and optional program for this sailing when Viking publishes it.

Day 6 · August 23, 2026Crete (Heraklion), GreeceScheduled call · Europe · Mediterranean

About Crete (Heraklion), Greece

Heraklion is Crete’s busy capital and the principal gateway to the Minoan palace of Knossos. Venetian walls, a harbor fortress, markets and an outstanding archaeological museum reveal layers of island history. Urban traffic and summer heat make timing important, especially when combining the city center with archaeological sites or countryside farther away.

Published dates
August 23, 2026
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 OVS260818A. Deluxe Cruises can help confirm the available included and optional program for this sailing when Viking publishes it.

Days 7–8 · August 24–25, 2026Athens (Piraeus), GreeceOvernight · 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
August 24–25, 2026
Itinerary days
Days 7–8
Call type
Overnight
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 OVS260818A. Deluxe Cruises can help confirm the available included and optional program for this sailing when Viking publishes it.

Day 9 · August 26, 2026Olympia (Katakolon), GreeceScheduled call · Europe · Mediterranean

About Olympia (Katakolon), Greece

Katakolon is a small port on Greece’s western Peloponnese and the principal cruise gateway to ancient Olympia. The archaeological site and museum interpret the sanctuary that gave rise to the Olympic Games, while the harbor village offers a slower alternative. Road time and summer heat should be included in planning.

Published dates
August 26, 2026
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 OVS260818A. Deluxe Cruises can help confirm the available included and optional program for this sailing when Viking publishes it.

Day 10 · August 27, 2026Corfu (Kérkyra), GreeceScheduled call · Europe · Mediterranean

About Corfu (Kérkyra), Greece

Corfu Town layers Venetian arcades, British civic buildings and Orthodox churches between two coastal fortresses. The UNESCO-listed old town opens into the broad Spianada, with cafés beneath the Liston colonnade. Beyond the center, olive-covered hills, pale beaches, kumquat products and village tavernas express the island's Ionian character.

Published dates
August 27, 2026
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 OVS260818A. Deluxe Cruises can help confirm the available included and optional program for this sailing when Viking publishes it.

Day 11 · August 28, 2026Kotor, MontenegroScheduled call · Europe · Mediterranean

About Kotor, Montenegro

Kotor lies at the end of a mountain-ringed bay, its fortified old town compressed between steep limestone slopes and the Adriatic waters of Montenegro. Medieval lanes connect Romanesque churches, small squares and stone palaces within UNESCO-listed defenses. A climb toward the hillside fortifications opens wide views across the Bay of Kotor.

Published dates
August 28, 2026
Itinerary days
Day 11
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 OVS260818A. Deluxe Cruises can help confirm the available included and optional program for this sailing when Viking publishes it.

Day 12 · August 29, 2026Dubrovnik, CroatiaScheduled call · Europe · Mediterranean

About Dubrovnik, Croatia

Dubrovnik's limestone walls enclose a compact Adriatic city of baroque churches, polished lanes and terracotta roofs. The Stradun crosses the old town between gates, fountains and civic palaces shaped by the former Republic of Ragusa. Fortifications, nearby islands and Dalmatian seafood offer perspectives on its maritime independence and coastal setting.

Published dates
August 29, 2026
Itinerary days
Day 12
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 OVS260818A. Deluxe Cruises can help confirm the available included and optional program for this sailing when Viking publishes it.

Day 13 · August 30, 2026Split, CroatiaScheduled call · Europe · Mediterranean

About Split, Croatia

Split grew within and around the Roman emperor Diocletian's vast waterfront palace, now the living heart of its UNESCO-listed old city. Stone passages open onto cafes, markets and the Cathedral of Saint Domnius, while the Riva promenade faces the harbor. Marjan Hill adds pine-shaded paths, viewpoints and small historic chapels.

Published dates
August 30, 2026
Itinerary days
Day 13
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 OVS260818A. Deluxe Cruises can help confirm the available included and optional program for this sailing when Viking publishes it.

Day 14 · August 31, 2026Venice (Marghera), ItalyScheduled call · Europe · Mediterranean

About Venice (Marghera), Italy

Marghera is a mainland port and industrial district beside the Venetian Lagoon, separate from Venice’s historic islands. Reaching the city’s canals, Piazza San Marco, palaces, and quieter sestieri requires onward transport. The gateway label should therefore be read geographically, with transfer time and local arrangements shaping how much of Venice can be explored.

Published dates
August 31, 2026
Itinerary days
Day 14
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 OVS260818A. Deluxe Cruises can help confirm the available included and optional program for this sailing when Viking publishes it.

Day 15 · September 1, 2026Venice (Fusina), ItalyScheduled call · Europe · Mediterranean

About Venice (Fusina), Italy

Fusina is an industrial lagoon terminal on the mainland southwest of Venice. Venice’s historic islands, canals, Piazza San Marco, and neighborhood churches require an onward transfer by water or road connections. The terminal has a functional rather than sightseeing role, so distance and transport arrangements should be considered when planning time in the city.

Published dates
September 1, 2026
Itinerary days
Day 15
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 OVS260818A. 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

Ancient Adriatic Treasures aboard Viking Vesta

On August 18–September 1, 2026, Viking Vesta operates Viking voyage OVS260818A from Istanbul, Turkey to Venice (Fusina), Italy. The published 15-day journey, Ancient Adriatic Treasures, includes Istanbul, Turkey, Troy (Çanakkale), Turkey, Ephesus (Kuşadasi), Turkey, Rhodes, Greece, Crete (Heraklion), Greece, Athens (Piraeus), Greece, Olympia (Katakolon), Greece, Corfu (Kérkyra), 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 Vesta August 18-September 1 2026: is Voyage OVS260818A right for you?

This 15-day voyage aboard Viking Vesta sails Istanbul, Turkey to Venice (Fusina), Italy. Voyage OVS260818A is retained as a planning reference but was not listed in the schedule information reviewed for this page; ask Deluxe Cruises to confirm the sailing and current availability. Before booking, compare the accommodation and deck location, included services, additional costs, deposit and cancellation terms. Ask your advisor to confirm any specific arrangements your party needs for this departure.

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What is the voyage number for this Viking Vesta sailing?

The official voyage number is OVS260818A.

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 Vesta Voyage OVS260818A?

For the August 18–September 1, 2026 Istanbul, Turkey to Venice (Fusina), Italy sailing aboard Viking Vesta: 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 Vesta Voyage OVS260818A?

For the August 18–September 1, 2026 Istanbul, Turkey to Venice (Fusina), Italy sailing aboard Viking Vesta: 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 Vesta Voyage OVS260818A, and can Deluxe Cruises help with alternatives?

For the August 18–September 1, 2026 Istanbul, Turkey to Venice (Fusina), Italy sailing aboard Viking Vesta: 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 Vesta for Voyage OVS260818A?

For the August 18–September 1, 2026 Istanbul, Turkey to Venice (Fusina), Italy sailing aboard Viking Vesta: 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.

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What should travelers compare for Voyage OVS260818A?

For the August 18-September 1 2026 Istanbul, Turkey to Venice (Fusina), Italy, compare the published schedule, accommodation category and location, included services, current availability, and any special requirements before you reserve.

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Send Deluxe Cruises this page link and explain which details interest you. Include your preferred future travel dates, guest count and accommodation needs so an advisor can check comparable future cruises. This historical reference is not a current booking offer. Email info@deluxecruises.com, call +1-702-501-7105 or use WhatsApp +1-702-900-9975.

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2025Year built
Ocean · larger all-veranda classPublished ship family
998Guests
What clothes should I bring for this August itinerary?

Deluxe Cruises packing guidance for this August 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 Vesta?
  • 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 Vesta 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 Vesta 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 OVS260818A before reserving.

Can children and babies sail aboard Viking Vesta?
  • 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 OVS260818A: do not assume a supervised program, babysitting, crib, or child-specific service unless it is confirmed for this sailing.

How does Viking Vesta 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 Vesta?
  • 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 Vesta Voyage OVS260818A?

For flights to Istanbul, Turkey before this Viking Vesta cruise and home from Venice (Fusina), Italy after Voyage OVS260818A, 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.

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Before you begin: After Deluxe Cruises confirms Viking Vesta Voyage OVS260818A, 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 Vesta Voyage OVS260818A 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 Vesta Voyage OVS260818A 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.

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