Azamara back-to-back: Croatia and Greece Intensive

Pricing is based on departure dates:

20-29 June 2027 - Croatia Intensive

Fusina Port (Venice), Opatija, Zadar, Split Croatia, Korcula, Dubrovnik, Kotor, At Sea, Chania (Crete), Athens/Piraeus

Sail the stunning Adriatic coast as you deep dive into the culture and rich history of Croatia on this intensive voyage. With 10+ hours in each Croatian port, it’s easy to immerse yourself in all this country has to offer. Explore beaches, national parks, amazing cuisine, and local wine, before your journey ends in Greece.

29 June - 10 July 2027 - Greece Intensive

Athens/Piraeus, Mykonos, Kusadasi, Rhodes, Amorgos, Aghios Nikolaos (Crete), Santorini, Monemvasia, Argostoli, Corfu Greek Isle, At Sea, Fusina Port (Venice) 

Summer in Greece. If it sounds wonderful, you’re right. This voyage encompasses nine ports in these historic and ancient islands, and a visit to Ephesus, Turkey. Even if you’ve visited Greece, this itinerary is sure to please with so many hours in port.

Itinerary Highlights and Maps

Croatia Intensive

Opatija
Opatija is a Croatian coastal town on the Adriatic Sea. A fashionable resort in the 19th century, it's dotted with Habsburg-era villas. The Lungomare is a promenade that snakes along the coastline, offering views of the town and neighboring islands. The 1800s Villa Angiolina, set in a garden of exotic plants, houses the Croatian Museum of Tourism. Parts of St. Jacob's Church date from the 16th century.

Zadar
Zadar is one of the Dalmatian Coast's best-kept secrets and adventure in this tucked-away treasure teems with centuries of charm. As the oldest continuously inhabited Croatian city, its timeworn history is perpetually on display among old city walls and Venetian gates. And its zany way of life keeps this dynamic city thriving today, from the waterfront Riva promenade to the untouched surrounding islands. One minute you might mingle over coffee in People's Square, the next plunge into turquoise waters off Ugljan Island. You can enter church treasuries, bicycle around Old Town, or check out fascinating museum exhibits. Adventure in Zadar leads you away from the crowds to discover off-the-beaten-path wonders.

Split Croatia
The largest city on the Adriatic Coast, seaside delight Split has been under Roman, Venetian, Austrian, French, Italian and Yugoslav control. There is an abundance of restaurants and wine cellars. Sites such as Diocletians Palace and Mausoleum, the Grgur Ninski Statue and the Cathedral and Bell Tower of St. Domnius justify its position as a UNESCO-designated World Heritage Site. The citys coves offer several lovely beaches, including central Bacvice. Ferries link Split to Dalmatian summer resorts.

Korcula 
Korcula make it the second most populous Adriatic island after Krk and the most populous Croatian island not connected to the mainland by a bridge

Dubrovnik
Croatia's seaside city is one of the best-preserved medieval towns in Europe. Attractions include a 14th-century Franciscan monastery, the Cathedral and the Gothic Rector's Palace. Within the ancient fortifications is a labyrinth of narrow alleyways and a striking Renaissance boulevard called the Stradun.

Kotor
Looking at a map of Europe, you might be forgiven for missing Kotor, a tiny port in the already-tiny country of Montenegro. But from the moment your Kotor cruise docks, youll enter a larger-than-life world of mighty forts and towering sea cliffs, the air filled with the refreshing smell of the ocean. With a Montenegro cruise, you can explore the attractions inside Kotors fortified Old City, one of the Mediterraneans best-preserved medieval towns. Dont miss the Cathedral of St. Tryphon, an ornate church first consecrated in 1166. Then, scale St. Johns Fortress the hilltop fortifications, dating back to the 6th century, offer the best views of the city, the harbor and the surrounding mountains.

Chania (Crete)
Chania is rich in remnants of the past. Start your adventure in Cretes second-largest city at Venetian Harbor, the entry to the old port. Soak in the vibe while wandering the narrow streets lined with shops and waterfront restaurants serving local fare like zucchini fritters and sardines stuffed with herbs and sun-dried tomatoes. Then head to Souda Bay, a strategic commercial and military harbor since ancient times, where youll find the Aptera Fortress and the oldest Ottoman building in Crete. Cruise to Crete and stop into Archeological Museum of Chania, with artifacts from neolithic to Roman times. Or splash around in the translucent waters of Fallasarna, a beach surrounded by olive groves.

Athens (Port of Piraeus)
Greece's capital and its largest city was born atop the Acropolis, where ancient warrior-kings once dwelled. These ruins are a testament to the golden age of Greece, and the Parthenon is considered the most architecturally sophisticated temples of its time. Ancient Agora, a sprawling array of stones, slabs and foundations, was once the focal point of ancient Greek life.

Greece Intensive

Mykonos
Nestled in the heart of Greece's Cyclades archipelago, Mykonos pulses with irrepressible energy. With its powder white houses, sparkling blue waters, and red-hot nightlife, The Island of the Winds is as colorful as the people who call the island home.

Kusadasi
This charming, Turkish resort is reputed as one of the most attractive cities on the Aegean Sea. It is known for the ancient ruins of Ephesus - one of the world's most wondrous archaeological sites. Other historical masterpieces include the Great Amphitheatre, where St. Paul addressed the Ephesians, the Selcuk castle, and the tombs of the Seven Sleepers.

Rhodes
Rhodes, Greece offers over 300 days of sunshine a year with an east coast abound with pristine sandy beaches. The old town of Rhodes is considered the largest inhabited medieval town in Europe, and its mighty fortifications are a splendid example of the defensive architecture of its time. The Acropolis of Lindos, in eastern Rhodes, is a must-see archaeological site.

Amorgos
Located at the eastern edge of the Cyclades and bordering the Dodecanese islands, Amorgos appears as an elongated, slanted shape on the map - a little reminiscent of a seahorse. It has a number of centers: two active ports, and Chora - the main town - at a separate location. This means visitors should be prepared to move around.

Aghios Nikolaos  (Crete)
Crete is both a beach paradise and home to some of the country s premier archaeological finds and attractions. Visit Greece and tour the Palace at Knossos, built by the Minoans more than 4,000 years ago, before exploring the Archaeological Museum, where the treasures of Knossos ? including sculptures, jewelry and mosaics are exhibited.

Monemvasia
Monemvasia is a town and a municipality in Laconia, Greece. The town is located on a small island off the east coast of the Peloponnese. The island is linked to the mainland by a short causeway 200m in length.

Argostoli
The Ionian island of Cephalonia in postcards portrays idyllic beaches, forest-clad mountains and crystal clear waters. But adventure in its capital city of Argostoli is much more than meets the eye. This small town comes full of friendly locals? and visitors quickly fall for its traditional Greek lifestyle and spectacular natural attractions, like the Koutavos Lagoon's nature preserve. Stroll along De Bosset Bridge, where endangered sea turtles swim out to sea. Admire Vallianos Square's grand bell tower and taste Robola wine in a local vineyard. Rumble in a Jeep to the summit of Mount Ainos, or experience the thrill of coasteering down rock faces dangling over the Ionian Sea.

Corfu Greek Isle
Corfu was once ruled by Venetian doges, Turkish sultans and French invaders. Marvel at the 17th-century icons in St. George's Church, the medieval Palace of Phrourio and the 19th-century Achilleion Palace. The greenest of the Greek Isles, Corfu also boasts thriving vineyards and olive orchards among its rugged mountains.

Your Ship: Azamara Onward

 A luxurious boutique hotel at sea, the Azamara Journey is a mid-sized ship with a deck plan that’s intimate but never crowded, and offers everything modern voyagers are looking for plus some unexpected extras.

Croatia Intensive

Fusina Port (Venice), Opatija, Zadar, Split Croatia, Korcula, Dubrovnik, Kotor, At Sea, Chania (Crete), Athens/Piraeus

Greece Intensive

Athens/Piraeus, Mykonos, Kusadasi, Rhodes, Amorgos, Aghios Nikolaos (Crete), Santorini, Monemvasia, Argostoli, Corfu Greek Isle, At Sea, Fusina Port (Venice) 

All fares are displayed in AUD, and pricing is per person based on twin share occupancy unless stated otherwise. Although all due care is taken to keep information as up-to-date as possible, pricing and availability are subject to change without notice: due to varying timing schedules of supplier automated update processes; currency fluctuations; fuel surcharges or government tax & fee changes and may not be guaranteed until paid in full. Gratuities may be an additional onboard charge depending on particular cruise line selected. Please ask your cruise consultant for any clarification of Terms & Conditions.