Pursuit, Aegean Pursuit Voyage ex Athens Return
Cruise Line Azamara
Ship Azamara Pursuit
Destination EU Mediterranean
Nights 11
Departure Date 16 Oct 2021
Description 11 Night Cruise sailing from Athens roundtrip onboard Azamara Pursuit.

Depart from Athens, Europe’s oldest city, before awakening at the sun-drenched island of Santorini, where volcanic beaches, white-washed villages, and vibrant tavernas await.
The next day, arrive in Amorgos where you can explore its whitewashed villages and beachside tavernas. When in Rhodes, walk the cobblestoned Street of the Knights while taking in its charming sandstone buildings.

Your journey then brings you to Marmaris, where history buffs can make their way through the Marmaris Castle & Museum, the very castle that Suley the Magnificent hosted his troops in 1522.In the ancient Turkish port of Ephesus, discover the beautiful Library of Celsus, the Odeon, and the Amphitheater where St. Paul preached, as well as the House of the Virgin Mary.

Arrive in Kepez, the gateway to Canakkale, Troy, and Gallipoli. Then, it’s on to an overnight and late-night stay in the captivating city of Istanbul. Explore famed sites like the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, and Basilica Cistern. Shop at the Grand Bazaar, one of the world’s oldest and largest covered markets. Go on a boat tour of the Bosphorus and the Golden Horn and indulge in delectable Turkish cuisine.

Relax and recharge during a day at sea before arriving in Mykonos. Here you’ll spend the day exploring charming shops, bars, and restaurants tucked next to sun-bleached houses with vibrant blue shutters and white washed churches before returning to the city of Athens for the end of your voyage.

Highlights of this cruise:

Piraeus (Athens), Greece
You could spend a lifetime in Europe’s oldest city and still not see everything it has to offer. Settled over 3,500 years ago, Athens is like a mythological crossroads of the past and present, where modern buildings share the skyline with spectacular ruins like the Parthenon.

Santorini, Greece
The capital, Fira, clings to the rim of the caldera 900 feet above the sea. Take the cable car, or giddy up on a donkey to climb the 588 steps to the top. Hike to nearby Oia, a quintessential Greek village. Head south to the 3,500-year-old Minoan town Akrotiri. Often called Greece’s answer to Pompeii, the well-preserved ruins provide a glimpse into Santorini’s storied (and explosive) past.

Rhodes
First on your agenda should be the Rhodes waterfront where once stood the Colossus of Rhodes, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Just a short ride away, the medieval town of Lindos features houses stacked like giant sugar cubes on a steep hill. Hitch a donkey ride to the acropolis at the top for spectacular views of the town and Saint Paul’s Bay.

Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey
Kusadasi has many charms, but let’s talk Turkey: The star attraction is Ephesus. Once the second largest city in the Roman Empire, its marble-made Arcadian Street stretches from the 24,000-capacity Great Theatre (where St. Paul used to preach) to the harbor. Nearby sites include the Temple of Artemis, Basilica of St. John, and House of Virgin Mary, where Mary is supposed to have spent her last days.

Kepez (Troy/Gallipoli), Turkey
Kepez is a small seaside town, but real treasures can be found when you explore further beyond the shore. The ancient city of Troy was once just a myth, but archaeological excavations have brought this fabled locale to life. Also within reach of port is the Gallipoli Peninsula, where an ill-fated WWI campaign devastated Allied forces. In Assos, the Temple of Athena sits perched on an acropolis with sweeping sea views.

Istanbul, Turkey
East meets West in the storied city where Europe and Asia meet. Start in Sultanahmet Square and you can easily explore the intricate architecture of Topkapi Palace, the cathedral-turned-mosque-turned-museum of Hagia Sofia, and the brilliant blues of the Sultan Ahmed Mosque. Sample kebaps, mezes and more at the city’s endless restaurants and taverns where you’re sure to meet friendly locals and be caught up in their infectious love of life.

Mykonos
Picture perfect is the best way to describe Mykonos. Idyllic in every way, from the brilliant blue water in its harbor to the rows of 16th-century Venetian windmills, Mykonos is a postcard come to life! Spend your days strolling delightful cobblestone streets and visiting artisan craft shops. And when the sun goes down, discover why locals refer to this hedonistic city as the Ibiza of Greece!
Sailing Dates
  • 16 Oct 2021
Prices
Category Twin Per Person Triple Per Person Quad Per Person Single Per Person
12 - Club Interior Stateroom AU $3,683 AU $3,099 AU $2,808 AU $6,992
11 - Club Interior Stateroom AU $3,781 AU $3,165 AU $2,857 AU $7,188
10 - Club Interior Stateroom AU $3,879 AU $3,230 AU $2,906 AU $7,384
09 - Club Interior Stateroom AU $3,977 AU $3,295 AU $2,955 AU $7,580
08 - Club Oceanview Stateroom AU $4,180 AU $3,431 AU $3,056 AU $7,986
06 - Club Oceanview Stateroom AU $4,278 AU $3,496 AU $3,105 AU $8,182
05 - Club Oceanview Stateroom AU $4,376 AU $3,561 AU $3,154 AU $8,378
04 - Club Oceanview Stateroom AU $4,481 AU $3,631 AU $3,207 AU $8,588
V3 - Club Veranda Stateroom AU $5,351 AU $4,209 AU $3,638 AU $10,327
V2 - Club Veranda Stateroom AU $5,449 AU $4,274 AU $3,687 AU $10,523
V1 - Club Veranda Stateroom AU $5,547 AU $4,339 AU $3,736 AU $10,719
P3 - Club Veranda Plus Stateroom (From 2020) AU $5,645 AU $4,405 AU $3,785 AU $10,915
P2 - Club Veranda Plus Stateroom (From 2020) AU $5,750 AU $4,475 AU $3,837 AU $11,125
P1 - Club Veranda Plus Stateroom (From 2020) AU $5,946 AU $4,605 AU $3,935 AU $11,517
N2 - Club Continent Suite AU $10,438 AU $7,601 AU $6,183 AU $17,985
N1 - Club Continent Suite AU $10,578 AU $7,695 AU $6,253 AU $18,230
CO - Club Ocean Suite AU $12,316 AU $8,849 AU $7,116 AU $21,278
Itinerary

Cruise Itinerary

DayDateActivityArriveDepart
1 16/10 Athens (Piraeus) Greece 06:00 PM
2 17/10 Santorini, Greece 08:00 AM 10:00 PM
3 18/10 Amorgos, Greece 08:00 AM 06:00 PM
4 19/10 Rhodes, Greece 08:00 AM 10:00 PM
5 20/10 Marmaris, Turkey 08:00 AM 06:00 PM
6 21/10 Kusadasi, Turkey 08:00 AM 10:00 PM
7 22/10 Gallipoli, Turkey 01:00 PM 08:00 PM
8 23/10 Istanbul, Turkey 08:00 AM overnight
9 24/10 Istanbul, Turkey 10:00 PM
10 25/10 At sea    
11 26/10 Mykonos, Greece 08:00 AM 06:00 PM
12 27/10 Athens (Piraeus) Greece 05:00 AM
All itineraries and ports of call at the discretion of the cruise line subject to local weather conditions and may change without notice.

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