10-NIGHT GREECE INTENSIVE VOYAGE
Azamara Onward Sailing: May 24, 2023 **Glorious Greece** Your Greek adventure begins in Athens, where the cradle of civilization offers endless opportunities to explore striking architecture and legendary historic sites. After you depart from Athens, you’ll spend a night at sea, where you can unwind and enjoy Broadway-caliber entertainment or a pampering spa treatment as you gear up for the rest of your journey. Your next stop is a late night in Kavala, where the ruins of nearby Phillippi beckon—or spend the day exploring the 15th-century Byzantine castle that crowns the city. Next, Thessaloniki’s 15 UNESCO World Heritage sites await, as does a lively nightlife scene that you can soak up during a late-night visit. In Volos, spend time strolling in a city that combines the allure of the sea with mystical charms and mythical legends. From here, we have the chance to visit the Meteora Monasteries, the former retreat for medieval monks is built hundreds of feet in the air on soaring sandstone rock faces. Mykonos is next on the agenda, famed for its brilliant whitewashed structures, bright blue roofs, and gorgeous, sun-drenched harbor views. On a late stay in Rhodes, explore one of Europe’s best preserved medieval cities before cruising on to Marmaris, a bustling, social city where Turkish delights (both cuisine and souvenirs) are plentiful. Back in Greece, you’ll stop in Santorini, where you can take the cable car up the mountain to witness an incredible sunset view—thanks to another late stay in port. Next up is Chania, where you can relax on a beach, discover a family-owned wine estate—or simply wander the city streets—for a glimpse into Greek and Cretan history. Your journey concludes back in Athens. Revisit old favorites or explore the sites you may have missed on day one.
