Azamara Onward
Travel on 24 Oct 2025
13 Nights
Experience the Marvelous Mediterranean Islands - Where better to begin an intensive journey of the Mediterranean than in Athens? Home of ancient ruins like the Parthenon, Acropolis, and the Temple of Zeus, Athens is also a bustling modern metropolis in its own right. Next, savor the slower pace of Syros, its beautiful beaches. Then, we’ll head to Kusadasi, Turkey, for a late-night stay where you’ll enjoy plenty of time to explore the ancient attractions in Ephesus, including the Library of Celsus, the Odeon, and the marble Arcadian Street. Then it’s off to sun-kissed Santorini, Greece for another late stay. Sailing into port, it’s hard to not be captivated by Santorini’s towering cliffs that plunge into the shimmering turquoise waters. Santorini’s beaches make it an ideal destination for sun worshippers, while its diverse walking paths are a dream for hikers. Next on the itinerary is a late stay in the Cretan capital of Heraklion. Discover the many treasures at the Archaeological Museum, regarded as one of the most important museums in Greece. Be divinely inspired by St. Titus Cathedral, the 13th century Basilica of Saint Mark, and Agios Minas Cathedral. Enjoy a relaxing day at sea, before heading to Catania. This city is rich with Baroque architecture and your gateway to Taormina and Mt. Etna. In Palermo, relive the final scene of The Godfather at the Teatro di Massimo. Explore Olbia, an off-the-beaten-path port on the Italian island of Sardinia and the gateway to the Emerald Coast. Enjoy Porto Vecchio, where Corsica's two most famous beaches, Palombaggia and Santa Guili await. Mahon is home to the Church of Santa Maria – don’t miss the famous organ, outfitted with four keyboards and more than 3,000 pipes. In Palma de Mallorca, explore the world’s largest underground lake at the Drach Caves. We conclude our voyage in brilliant Barcelona. End your journey in this beautiful, bustling city, discovering its dynamic architecture and artistic treasures at your own pace.
