12 Night Best Of Med (Barcelona To Venice)
Azamara Journey
Azamara Journey
April 21, 2025
12 Night Best Of Med

Azamara Journey - 4/21/2025

The April 21, 2025 cruise on the Azamara Journey departs from Barcelona, Spain. On this 12 Night Best Of Med (Barcelona To Venice) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 11 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Azamara Journey sets sail on Monday, Apr 21st and returns on Saturday, May 3rd.

Cruise Length
12
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Barcelona
Spain
Port Stops
11
Sea Days
1

Cruise Pricing

The graph below tracks historic price of the Azamara Journey cruise ship departing April 21, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $2,669 ($223 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $3,134 ($262 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 15%.

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Inside Cabin
$2,669
15%
vs Avg $3,134

Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

Azamara Journey - April 21, 2025 - 12 Nights

DayDatePort
1Apr 21stBarcelona, Spain
2Apr 22ndMarseille (Provence), France
3Apr 23rdNice, France
4Apr 24thLivorno, Florence, Italy
5Apr 25thCivitavecchia (Rome), Italy
6Apr 26thSorrento, Italy
7Apr 27thAmalfi, Italy
8Apr 28thAt Sea
9Apr 29thKotor, Montenegro
10Apr 30thSibenik, Croatia
11May 1stKoper, Slovenia
12May 2ndChioggia, Italy
13May 3rdChioggia, Italy

The Azamara Journey sails on April 21, 2025 for a 12 Night Best Of Med (Barcelona To Venice). The ship will depart the port of Barcelona, Spain at 5:00 PM and will return to the port of Chioggia, Italy on May 3rd at 8:00 AM. During the 13-day journey, the Azamara Journey will visit 10 additional ports and will spend 1 days at sea.

Itinerary Safety Score

Based on my comprehensive research of cruise port safety information, including recent crime reports, travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and specific port security concerns, we've created a "safety score" for each cruise port stop. The overall rating below represents a combined score for your specific cruise itinerary.

Itinerary Safety Rank
75 / 100
safer than 75% of all cruises
75
7
/ 10
Barcelona, Spain
Barcelona
Travelers should stay vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas and secure their belongings to ensure safety while enjoying the city.
6
/ 10
Marseille (Provence), France
Marseille
Travelers in Marseille should stay vigilant in certain neighborhoods due to higher crime rates and secure their belongings in crowded areas.
8
/ 10
Nice, France
Nice
Travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft and potential terrorism threats in crowded tourist areas while visiting.
7
/ 10
Livorno, Florence, Italy
Livorno
Travelers should remain vigilant against pickpocketing and bag snatching in crowded areas while enjoying the attractions in Livorno and Florence.
7
/ 10
Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
Civitavecchia
Civitavecchia is generally safe, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft and scams in crowded areas and near attractions.
8
/ 10
Sorrento, Italy
Sorrento
Travelers in Sorrento should exercise caution in crowded areas due to moderate pickpocketing risk while enjoying a generally safe environment.
8
/ 10
Amalfi, Italy
Amalfi
Amalfi is generally safe for tourists, but visitors should stay vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas and take standard precautions.
8
/ 10
Kotor, Montenegro
Kotor
Kotor is generally safe for tourists, but visitors should remain vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas and secure their belongings.
8
/ 10
Sibenik, Croatia
Sibenik
Sibenik is a safe cruise destination with a low crime rate, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft during peak seasons.
8
/ 10
Koper, Slovenia
Koper
Koper is a safe port for cruise travelers, with low crime rates and standard precautions recommended in tourist areas.
8
/ 10
Chioggia, Italy
Chioggia
Chioggia is a low-crime destination where travelers can explore safely, though vigilance against pickpocketing near attractions is advised.

Cruise Ship

Azamara Journey

Azamara Journey

Azamara Cruise Line

The Azamara Journey was built in 2000 and is among Azamara's 3 ships in its fleet. The Azamara Journey is included in the cruise line's R class. In the cruise ship stats below, you'll find the Azamara Journey vs all other Azamara ships.

Cruise Ports

Day1
APR 212025
D:5:00 PM

Barcelona, Spain, offers docking at Barcelona Port. Travelers explore Sagrada Familia and Park Güell. Excursions visit Montserrat Monastery. Local markets sell paella. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures Gaudí architecture and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes tapas, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Catalan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Barcelona’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modernist landmarks and scenic coasts, making Barcelona an engaging destination for exploring Spain’s Catalan region. (126 words)

Day2
APR 222025
A:8:00 AMD:6:00 PM

Marseille (Provence), France, offers docking at Marseille Port. Travelers explore Notre-Dame de la Garde and Vieux-Port. Excursions visit Aix-en-Provence’s lavender fields. Local markets sell bouillabaisse. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures basilicas and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes ratatouille, a French favorite. Souvenirs, like lavender crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Provençal history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Marseille’s cultural charm offers a vibrant French stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic ports and scenic fields, making Marseille an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day3
APR 232025
A:8:00 AMD:8:00 PM

Nice, France, provides docking at Nice Port. Travelers explore the Promenade des Anglais and Old Town’s colorful markets. Excursions visit Eze’s medieval village. Local markets sell socca. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for Riviera tours. Photography captures Mediterranean coastlines and pastel facades. Dining onboard includes ratatouille, a Provençal favorite. Souvenirs, like lavender sachets, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Riviera history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance town walks. Nice’s vibrant Riviera charm offers a dynamic French stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic waterfronts, historic villages, and cultural richness, making Nice an engaging destination for exploring the French Riviera’s elegance and Mediterranean beauty.

Day4
APR 242025
A:7:30 AMD:7:00 PM

Livorno, Florence, Italy, offers docking at Livorno Port with excursions to Florence. Travelers explore Florence’s Duomo and Uffizi Gallery. Excursions visit Pisa’s Leaning Tower. Local markets sell ribollita. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures Renaissance art and Tuscan vistas. Dining onboard includes bistecca alla fiorentina, an Italian favorite. Souvenirs, like leather crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Medici history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Livorno’s cultural gateway offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic art and scenic hills, making Livorno an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day5
APR 252025
A:7:30 AMD:8:00 PM

Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy, offers docking at Civitavecchia Port with excursions to Rome. Travelers explore Colosseum and Pantheon. Excursions visit Vatican City’s Sistine Chapel. Local markets sell gelato. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Tyrrhenian vistas. Dining onboard includes carbonara, an Italian favorite. Souvenirs, like Murano glass, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Roman history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Civitavecchia’s cultural gateway offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient landmarks and scenic coasts, making Civitavecchia an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day6
APR 262025
A:8:00 AMD:8:00 PM

Sorrento, Italy, offers docking at Sorrento Port. Travelers explore Piazza Tasso and Pompeii’s ruins. Excursions visit Capri’s Blue Grotto. Local markets sell limoncello. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures cliffside towns and Amalfi vistas. Dining onboard includes gnocchi alla sorrentina, an Italian favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Roman history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance ruin walks. Sorrento’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites and scenic cliffs, making Sorrento an engaging destination for exploring Italy’s Amalfi Coast.

Day7
APR 272025
A:8:00 AMD:8:00 PM

Amalfi, Italy, anchors offshore with tenders to Porto Amalfi, a 5-minute ride to the town center on the Sorrento Peninsula. The village, population 5,000, centers on Piazza Duomo, where the 9th-century Cathedral of St. Andrew houses bronze doors from 1066. Travelers stroll Via Lorenzo for ceramics shops and lemon groves. Excursions to Ravello, 15 minutes uphill, visit Villa Rufolo’s 13th-century gardens. Positano, 30 minutes by boat, offers pebbly beaches and pastel houses. Local boats access Emerald Grotto, a sea cave with stalactites, 20 minutes away. Markets sell limoncello and sfogliatella pastries. Peak season May to September; taxis 10-20 EUR. Dining includes scialatielli (seafood pasta) at harborside trattorias. Souvenirs feature hand-painted ceramics. Coastal paths suit short hikes.

Day8
APR 282025
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day9
APR 292025
A:10:00 AMD:6:00 PM

Kotor, Montenegro, offers docking at Kotor Port. Travelers explore Old Town walls and St. Tryphon Cathedral. Excursions include hiking Lovćen National Park. Local markets sell njeguški pršut. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures medieval alleys and Adriatic vistas. Dining onboard includes cicvara, a Montenegrin favorite. Souvenirs, like olive wood crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Illyrian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while sturdy shoes enhance fortress hikes. Kotor’s historic charm offers a vibrant Montenegrin stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO landmarks and scenic bays, making Kotor an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day10
APR 302025
A:8:00 AMD:5:00 PM

Sibenik, Croatia, offers docking at Sibenik Port. Travelers explore St. James Cathedral and Krka National Park’s waterfalls. Excursions visit Skradin’s marina. Local markets sell pašticada. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Renaissance architecture and Adriatic vistas. Dining onboard includes crni rižot, a Croatian favorite. Souvenirs, like lavender crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Dalmatian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while sturdy shoes enhance park walks. Sibenik’s historic charm offers a vibrant Croatian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO sites and natural beauty, making Sibenik an engaging destination for exploration.

Day11
MAY 12025
A:8:00 AMD:11:00 PM

Koper, Slovenia, has docking at Koper Port. Travelers explore Tito Square and Praetorian Palace. Excursions visit Postojna Cave’s karst formations. Local markets sell truffles. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather. Photography captures Venetian architecture and Adriatic views. Dining onboard includes jota, a Slovenian stew. Souvenirs, like olive oil, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Slovenian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate. Comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Koper’s coastal charm offers a serene Slovenian stop, blending Venetian heritage with scenic beauty.

Day12
MAY 22025
A:8:00 AM

Chioggia, Italy, docks at Porto di Chioggia, 1 kilometer from the town center, population 50,000. Travelers visit the 11th-century Cathedral of Santa Maria. Local markets sell sarde in saor. Excursions to Venice, 1 hour north by boat, explore St. Mark’s Square. Peak season May to September; taxis 5-10 EUR. Dining includes risotto di pesce at canal trattorias. Souvenirs feature Murano glass beads.

Day13
MAY 32025
A:8:00 AM

Chioggia, Italy, docks at Porto di Chioggia, 1 kilometer from the town center, population 50,000. Travelers visit the 11th-century Cathedral of Santa Maria. Local markets sell sarde in saor. Excursions to Venice, 1 hour north by boat, explore St. Mark’s Square. Peak season May to September; taxis 5-10 EUR. Dining includes risotto di pesce at canal trattorias. Souvenirs feature Murano glass beads.