Azamara Quest: 8-Night Cruise from Piraeus (Athens) - November 26, 2026

With roughly 6 hours hours in Katakolon (Olympia), Greece - arriving at 10:30 am and departing at 5:00 pm - you'll want to be strategic. A ship-arranged shore excursion is a smart choice here - the ship will wait for its own excursions to return. Stick to attractions close to the port. One moment you are enjoying a coffee by the water and the next you are walking through the ruins where the Olympic Games began.

As a smaller vessel, the Azamara Quest means a quicker disembarkation in Syracuse, Sicily - 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. Stroll through Ortigia, Syracuse's historic heart, and admire Baroque architecture, bustling piazzas, the cathedral, and charming shops along the waterfront.

Your ship arrives in Valletta, Malta 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. From the outside it looks restrained, but inside is one of the most richly decorated churches in Europe.

Arriving in Trapani, Italy at 1:00 pm with only 7 hours hours before your 8:00 pm departure is a tight window. A ship-arranged shore excursion is the safest play here - you'll get priority disembarkation, and the ship will wait for its own excursions to return. Focus on one or two experiences close to the port. Wander the narrow streets of Trapani's historic center, discovering centuries-old churches, bustling piazzas, and charming shops that showcase local crafts and culture.

As a smaller vessel, the Azamara Quest means a quicker disembarkation in La Goulette, Tunisia - 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. The ruins of ancient Carthage sit overlooking the sea and offer a fascinating look into one of history's great civilizations.

Your ship arrives in Cartagena, Spain 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 Roman Theatre is Cartagena's star attraction and an impressive one.

Your cruise ends in Malaga, Spain, where the Azamara Quest is scheduled to dock at 6:00 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. Located in Malaga old town, the museum showcases works by Pablo Picasso, the city's most famous native.

Your cruise ends in Malaga, Spain, where the Azamara Quest 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. Located in Malaga old town, the museum showcases works by Pablo Picasso, the city's most famous native.