Azamara Journey: 21-Night Cruise from Taranto - October 31, 2027

With 12 hours hours in Florence, Italy - from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm - you have a full day ashore with room to breathe. Go beyond the typical tourist stops: neighborhoods, local dining, and cultural sites that most cruise visitors never reach. Leave time for unstructured wandering. Artisan workshops, small squares, and traditional eateries create a slower, more residential feel.

As a smaller vessel, the Azamara Journey means a quicker disembarkation in Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy - fewer passengers funneling through the gangway gets you off the ship faster. Keep in mind that other, larger ships may be in port the same day, so pre-booking excursions or transportation is still a smart move. Rome is the main draw, and many visitors focus on a handful of must see areas.

Your ship arrives in Sorrento, Italy at 8:00 am, one of the most common arrival windows. If you've booked a morning excursion, aim to be among the first off. If your plans are flexible, waiting 30-45 minutes lets the initial wave pass. The central square buzzes with cafes, shops, and street performers.

You'll have 9 hours hours to explore Catania, Sicily, Italy, from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm - a solid full day ashore. That's enough for 2-3 attractions and a sit-down lunch without rushing. Tackle the most distant spot first, then work your way back toward the port. History lovers will find Roman ruins woven into modern streets, while architecture fans can admire baroque buildings rebuilt after volcanic eruptions.

As a smaller vessel, the Azamara Journey means a quicker disembarkation in Crotone - fewer passengers funneling through the gangway gets you off the ship faster. Keep in mind that other, larger ships may be in port the same day, so pre-booking excursions or transportation is still a smart move. Just outside the city, Capo Colonna preserves the remains of an important ancient sanctuary overlooking the sea.

Your ship arrives in Kotor, Montenegro at 9:30 am, one of the most common arrival windows. If you've booked a morning excursion, aim to be among the first off. If your plans are flexible, waiting 30-45 minutes lets the initial wave pass. The old town is a maze of narrow lanes, small squares, and historic buildings that reward slow exploration.

With 12 hours hours in Split, Croatia - from 9:30 am to 10:00 pm - you have a full day ashore with room to breathe. Go beyond the typical tourist stops: neighborhoods, local dining, and cultural sites that most cruise visitors never reach. Leave time for unstructured wandering. Marjan Hill rises just west of the old town and offers shaded walking paths, viewpoints, and quiet beaches.

As a smaller vessel, the Azamara Journey means a quicker disembarkation in Zadar, Croatia - fewer passengers funneling through the gangway gets you off the ship faster. Keep in mind that other, larger ships may be in port the same day, so pre-booking excursions or transportation is still a smart move.

Your cruise ends in Fusina (Venice), Italy, where the Azamara Journey is scheduled to dock at 6:30 am. On a smaller ship, the disembarkation process moves quickly - most passengers are off within one to two hours. If you're flying out, book your flight at least four hours after the ship's scheduled arrival. The journey from Fusina to Venice is a highlight in its own right.

You'll have 11 hours hours to explore Fusina (Venice), Italy, from 6:00 am to 5:00 pm - a solid full day ashore. That's enough for 2-3 attractions and a sit-down lunch without rushing. Tackle the most distant spot first, then work your way back toward the port. The journey from Fusina to Venice is a highlight in its own right.

As a smaller vessel, the Azamara Journey means a quicker disembarkation in Corfu, Greece - fewer passengers funneling through the gangway gets you off the ship faster. Keep in mind that other, larger ships may be in port the same day, so pre-booking excursions or transportation is still a smart move. Corfu Old Town is a pleasure to explore on foot.

Your ship arrives in Katakolon (Olympia), Greece at 9:00 am, one of the most common arrival windows. If you've booked a morning excursion, aim to be among the first off. If your plans are flexible, waiting 30-45 minutes lets the initial wave pass. Visiting ancient Olympia is the highlight for most travelers.

With 13 hours hours in Heraklion, Crete, Greece - from 9:00 am to 10:00 pm - you have a full day ashore with room to breathe. Go beyond the typical tourist stops: neighborhoods, local dining, and cultural sites that most cruise visitors never reach. Leave time for unstructured wandering. Heraklion cruise port sits very close to the city center making it one of the more convenient Greek ports.

As a smaller vessel, the Azamara Journey means a quicker disembarkation in Limassol, Cyprus - fewer passengers funneling through the gangway gets you off the ship faster. Keep in mind that other, larger ships may be in port the same day, so pre-booking excursions or transportation is still a smart move. Wander the narrow streets of Limassol's old town to discover traditional architecture, local markets, and small cafés.

Your ship arrives in Alanya, Turkey at 9:00 am, one of the most common arrival windows. If you've booked a morning excursion, aim to be among the first off. If your plans are flexible, waiting 30-45 minutes lets the initial wave pass. Rising high above the town, the castle offers sweeping views over the harbor and coastline.

You'll have 10 hours hours to explore Antalya, Turkey, from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm - a solid full day ashore. That's enough for 2-3 attractions and a sit-down lunch without rushing. Tackle the most distant spot first, then work your way back toward the port. You can explore ancient sites in the morning, stroll shaded streets at midday, and enjoy the sea by afternoon.

As a smaller vessel, the Azamara Journey means a quicker disembarkation in Rhodes, Greece - fewer passengers funneling through the gangway gets you off the ship faster. Keep in mind that other, larger ships may be in port the same day, so pre-booking excursions or transportation is still a smart move. Rhodes Old Town is a living museum of medieval streets, stone walls, and historic landmarks.

Your cruise ends in Piraeus (Athens), Greece, where the Azamara Journey is scheduled to dock at 1:00 pm. On a smaller ship, the disembarkation process moves quickly - most passengers are off within one to two hours. If you're flying out, book your flight at least four hours after the ship's scheduled arrival. From the Acropolis to lively plazas filled with cafés, the city balances ancient wonders with everyday Greek life.

Your cruise ends in Piraeus (Athens), Greece, where the Azamara Journey is scheduled to dock at 9:00 am. On a smaller ship, the disembarkation process moves quickly - most passengers are off within one to two hours. If you're flying out, book your flight at least four hours after the ship's scheduled arrival. From the Acropolis to lively plazas filled with cafés, the city balances ancient wonders with everyday Greek life.