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September 16, 2025

Azamara Journey September 16, 2025

The Azamara Journey September 16, 2025 cruise departs from Bordeaux, France. On this 13 Night Spain Intensive (Bordeaux To Barcelona) sailing, the Azamara Journey will visit a total of 10 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Tuesday, Sep 16th and returns on Monday, Sep 29th, 2025.

Cruise Length
13
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Bordeaux
France
Port Stops
10
Sea Days
1
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Azamara Journey · September 16, 2025

The graph below tracks historic price of the Azamara Journey cruise ship departing September 16, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $2,629 ($203 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $3,202 ($247 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 18%.

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Azamara Journey · September 16, 2025

The Azamara Journey sails on September 16, 2025 for a 13 Night Spain Intensive (Bordeaux To Barcelona). The ship will depart the port of Bordeaux, France at N/A and will return to the port of Barcelona, Spain on Sep 29th at 6:00 AM. During the 14-day journey, the Azamara Journey will visit 9 additional ports and will spend 1 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

13 Night Spain Intensive (Bordeaux To Barcelona)

  • SEP16
    Bordeaux, France
    Bordeaux, France
    A: — - D: —
  • SEP16
    Bordeaux, France
    Bordeaux, France
    A: — - D: 12:30 PM
  • SEP18
    Bilbao, Spain
    Bilbao, Spain
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • SEP19
    Ferrol, Spain
    Ferrol, Spain
    A: 1:00 PM - D: 10:00 PM
  • SEP20
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • SEP21
    Lisbon, Portugal
    Lisbon, Portugal
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 8:00 PM
  • SEP22
    Cadiz (Seville), Spain
    Cadiz (Seville), Spain
    A: 11:00 PM - D: —
  • SEP16
    Cadiz (Seville), Spain
    Cadiz (Seville), Spain
    A: — - D: —
  • SEP16
    Cadiz (Seville), Spain
    Cadiz (Seville), Spain
    A: — - D: 8:30 PM
  • SEP25
    Gibraltar, U.K.
    Gibraltar, U.K.
    A: 1:00 PM - D: 10:00 PM
  • SEP26
    Malaga, Spain
    Malaga, Spain
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 8:00 PM
  • SEP27
    Cartagena, Spain
    Cartagena, Spain
    A: 11:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • SEP28
    Valencia, Spain
    Valencia, Spain
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • SEP29
    Barcelona, Spain
    Barcelona, Spain
    A: 6:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

September 16, 2025 · 13 Night Spain Intensive (Bordeaux To Barcelona)

Bordeaux, France
Day 1•Tuesday, Sep 16

Bordeaux, France

Arrival: —•Departure: —

Bordeaux, France, docks on the Garonne River at Port de la Lune, a 10-minute walk to the city center, population 260,000. Travelers visit the Gothic Cathédrale Saint-André and Place de la Bourse. Local markets sell canelés. Excursions to Saint-Émilion, 45 minutes east, explore wine chateaux. Peak season April to October; trams 2 EUR. Dining includes entrecôte bordelaise at riverside bistros. Souvenirs feature wine corks. Bike rentals explore vineyard trails.

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Bordeaux, France
Day 2•Wednesday, Sep 17

Bordeaux, France

Arrival: —•Departure: 12:30 PM

Bordeaux, France, docks on the Garonne River at Port de la Lune, a 10-minute walk to the city center, population 260,000. Travelers visit the Gothic Cathédrale Saint-André and Place de la Bourse. Local markets sell canelés. Excursions to Saint-Émilion, 45 minutes east, explore wine chateaux. Peak season April to October; trams 2 EUR. Dining includes entrecôte bordelaise at riverside bistros. Souvenirs feature wine corks. Bike rentals explore vineyard trails.

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Bilbao, Spain
Day 3•Thursday, Sep 18

Bilbao, Spain

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Bilbao, Spain, docks at Getxo Port, 10 kilometers from downtown, with shuttles for 20-minute rides. The city, population 340,000, features the Guggenheim Museum with Frank Gehry’s titanium design. Travelers stroll Casco Viejo for pintxos bars. Excursions to San Sebastián, 1 hour east, explore La Concha Beach. Local markets sell Idiazabal cheese. Peak season June to September; taxis 10-15 EUR. Dining includes bacalao at old town taverns. Souvenirs feature Basque berets.

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Ferrol, Spain
Day 4•Friday, Sep 19

Ferrol, Spain

Arrival: 1:00 PM•Departure: 10:00 PM

Ferrol, Spain, has docking at Ferrol Port. Travelers explore the naval museum’s maritime history. Excursions visit San Felipe Castle’s coastal fortifications. Local markets sell pulpo a la gallega. The peak season, May to September, offers warm weather. Photography captures harbor views and historic dockyards. Dining onboard includes empanadas, a Galician specialty. Souvenirs, like ceramic shells, are available in ship shops. Briefings cover Spain’s naval heritage. Light clothing suits the mild, coastal climate. Binoculars enhance views of Ría de Ferrol. Ferrol’s rich maritime history and scenic coastline provide a captivating Spanish stop, inviting travelers to immerse in its naval legacy and charming Galician culture.

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At Sea
Day 5•Saturday, Sep 20

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Lisbon, Portugal
Day 6•Sunday, Sep 21

Lisbon, Portugal

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 8:00 PM

Lisbon, Portugal, offers docking at Lisbon Port. Travelers explore Belém Tower and Jerónimos Monastery. Excursions visit Sintra’s Pena Palace. Local markets sell pastéis de nata. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Manueline architecture and Tagus River vistas. Dining onboard includes bacalhau, a Portuguese favorite. Souvenirs, like azulejo crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Age of Exploration history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Lisbon’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Portuguese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic rivers, making Lisbon an engaging destination.

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Cadiz (Seville), Spain
Day 7•Monday, Sep 22

Cadiz (Seville), Spain

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: —

Cádiz (Seville), Spain, offers docking at Cádiz Port with excursions to Seville. Travelers explore Seville’s Alcázar and Cádiz’s old town. Excursions visit Jerez’s sherry bodegas. Local markets sell gazpacho. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Moorish palaces and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes jamón ibérico, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like fan crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Andalusian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Cádiz’s cultural gateway offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic coasts, making Cádiz an engaging destination.

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Cadiz (Seville), Spain
Day 8•Tuesday, Sep 16

Cadiz (Seville), Spain

Arrival: —•Departure: —

Cádiz (Seville), Spain, offers docking at Cádiz Port with excursions to Seville. Travelers explore Seville’s Alcázar and Cádiz’s old town. Excursions visit Jerez’s sherry bodegas. Local markets sell gazpacho. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Moorish palaces and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes jamón ibérico, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like fan crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Andalusian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Cádiz’s cultural gateway offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic coasts, making Cádiz an engaging destination.

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Cadiz (Seville), Spain
Day 9•Wednesday, Sep 24

Cadiz (Seville), Spain

Arrival: —•Departure: 8:30 PM

Cádiz (Seville), Spain, offers docking at Cádiz Port with excursions to Seville. Travelers explore Seville’s Alcázar and Cádiz’s old town. Excursions visit Jerez’s sherry bodegas. Local markets sell gazpacho. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Moorish palaces and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes jamón ibérico, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like fan crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Andalusian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Cádiz’s cultural gateway offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic coasts, making Cádiz an engaging destination.

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Gibraltar, U.K.
Day 10•Thursday, Sep 25

Gibraltar, U.K.

Arrival: 1:00 PM•Departure: 10:00 PM

Gibraltar, U.K., offers docking at Gibraltar Port. Travelers explore Rock of Gibraltar and St. Michael’s Cave. Excursions include dolphin-watching tours. Local markets sell fish and chips. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures limestone cliffs and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes roast beef, a British favorite. Souvenirs, like monkey-themed crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Barbary history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while sturdy shoes enhance rock hikes. Gibraltar’s unique charm offers a vibrant British stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural wonders and scenic straits, making Gibraltar an engaging destination for exploration.

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Malaga, Spain
Day 11•Friday, Sep 26

Malaga, Spain

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 8:00 PM

Málaga, Spain, offers docking at Málaga Port. Travelers explore Alcazaba Fortress and Picasso Museum. Excursions visit Ronda’s deep gorges. Local markets sell gazpacho. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Moorish architecture and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes paella, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Andalusian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Málaga’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic fortresses and scenic coasts, making Málaga an engaging destination for exploring Spain’s Costa del Sol.

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Cartagena, Spain
Day 12•Saturday, Sep 27

Cartagena, Spain

Arrival: 11:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Cartagena, Spain, offers docking at Cartagena Port. Travelers explore Roman Theatre and Naval Museum. Excursions visit Murcia’s cathedral. Local markets sell caldero. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes zarangollo, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Carthaginian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Cartagena’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of Roman landmarks and scenic harbors, making Cartagena an engaging destination for exploring Spain’s Murcia region.

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Valencia, Spain
Day 13•Sunday, Sep 28

Valencia, Spain

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Valencia, Spain, offers docking at Valencia Port. Travelers explore City of Arts and Sciences and La Lonja. Excursions visit Albufera’s lagoon. Local markets sell paella. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures futuristic architecture and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes horchata, a Valencian favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Valencian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Valencia’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modern landmarks and scenic coasts, making Valencia an engaging destination for exploration.

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Barcelona, Spain
Day 14•Monday, Sep 29

Barcelona, Spain

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: —

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.

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Weather Forecast

Azamara Journey - September 16, 2025 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Bordeaux, France

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September

Typical Weather

98°F

Average High

40°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.06in

Daily average

1.8 in monthly total

Shore Excursions

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Itinerary Safety Score

Based on 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
8
/ 10
Bordeaux, France
Bordeaux
Bordeaux is safe for cruise travelers, but vigilance against pickpocketing in crowded areas and public transport is advised.
8
/ 10
Bilbao, Spain
Bilbao
Bilbao is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, though travelers should remain vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas.
7
/ 10
Ferrol, Spain
Ferrol
Ferrol is generally safe for cruise travelers, but it's wise to stay vigilant in less populated areas after dark and secure belongings.
8
/ 10
Lisbon, Portugal
Lisbon
Travelers in Lisbon should stay vigilant in crowded areas and on public transport to avoid petty theft and keep belongings secure.
8
/ 10
Cadiz (Seville), Spain
Cadiz
Travelers should stay vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas while enjoying the safe and welcoming atmosphere of Cadiz.
8
/ 10
Gibraltar, U.K.
Gibraltar
Gibraltar is safe for travelers, with a low crime rate and strong police presence, though vigilance against petty theft is advised.
7
/ 10
Malaga, Spain
Malaga
Travelers in Malaga should remain vigilant against petty theft and pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas and popular attractions.
7
/ 10
Cartagena, Spain
Cartagena
Travelers should remain vigilant and secure their belongings in popular areas to enjoy Cartagena safely, as pickpockets may be present.
8
/ 10
Valencia, Spain
Valencia
Valencia is a safe cruise port with a low crime rate, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft in busy areas.
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.

Cruise Ship

Azamara Journey

⚓ Tonnage

30,280

vs avg 30,280

🛠️ Year Built

2,000

vs avg 2,000

📏 Length (ft)

—

vs avg —

👥 Passenger Count

710

vs avg 710

The Journey has a construction date of 2000 and a total size of 30,280 gross tons. The ship measures — feet in length. Azamara Journey is included in Azamara’s R class. At full capacity, the Azamara Journey holds 710 passengers. That includes 710 cruise vacationers and — staff members. The Journey total number of staterooms is 0.

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Itinerary FAQ

How many nights is the Azamara Journey sailing on September 16, 2025?

This is a 13-night cruise itinerary departing from Bordeaux, France.

What ports does the Azamara Journey visit on the September 16, 2025 cruise?

This route includes bordeaux-france, bilbao-spain, ferrol-spain, lisbon-portugal, cadiz-seville-spain, gibraltar-uk, malaga-spain, cartagena-spain, valencia-spain, barcelona-spain.

How many sea days are included on this Azamara Journey September 16, 2025 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 1 sea day.

Who is the cruise director for the Azamara Journey sailing on September 16, 2025?

Cruise director assignment data is not currently available for this sail date.

How is the itinerary safety score calculated for this cruise?

The itinerary safety score combines port-level safety indicators such as travel advisories, local risk signals, and historical context into a single overall score for this specific route.

Can I track price drops for this Azamara Journey itinerary?

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Last Updated: Mar 22, 2026