Azamara Onward: 7-Night Cruise from Piraeus (Athens) - October 9, 2027

With 12 hours hours in Syros, Greece - 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. This medieval quarter has a quieter, traditional feel and rewards slow exploration.

As a smaller vessel, the Azamara Onward means a quicker disembarkation in Patmos, 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. Perched above the main town, the Monastery of Saint John is an impressive fortress like complex dating back to the 11th century.

Your ship arrives in Marmaris, Turkey 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. Marmaris Castle, perched above the harbor, offers panoramic views of the bay and city.

With 14 hours hours in Rhodes, Greece - from 8:00 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. The promenade is lined with cafes and restaurants, perfect for a leisurely lunch or a drink with a view of the shimmering Aegean Sea.

As a smaller vessel, the Azamara Onward means a quicker disembarkation in Agios Nikolaos, Crete, 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. Right in the center of town, this deep blue lake is ringed with cafés and local legends.

Your ship arrives in Santorini (Thira), Greece 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. Walk through Oia's narrow streets lined with whitewashed houses and blue-domed churches.

Your cruise ends in Piraeus (Athens), Greece, where the Azamara Onward is scheduled to dock at 5:00 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.

Your cruise ends in Piraeus (Athens), Greece, where the Azamara Onward is scheduled to dock at 5:30 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. From the Acropolis to lively plazas filled with cafés, the city balances ancient wonders with everyday Greek life.