Azamara Journey - 1/29/2028
The January 29, 2028 cruise on the Azamara Journey departs from Malaga, Spain. On this 9 Night Best Of The Mediterranean (Malaga To Athens) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 7 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Azamara Journey sets sail on Saturday, Jan 29th and returns on Monday, Feb 7th.
Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
Azamara Journey - January 29, 2028 - 9 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jan 28th | Malaga, Spain |
| 2 | Jan 30th | Cartagena, Spain |
| 3 | Jan 31st | Algiers, Algeria |
| 4 | Jan 31st | At Sea |
| 5 | Feb 2nd | Tunis, Tunisia |
| 6 | Feb 3rd | Valletta, Malta |
| 7 | Feb 4th | Siracusa, Sicily |
| 8 | Feb 4th | At Sea |
| 9 | Feb 6th | Piraeus (Athens), Greece |
| 10 | Jan 28th | Piraeus (Athens), Greece |
The Azamara Journey sails on January 29, 2028 for a 9 Night Best Of The Mediterranean (Malaga To Athens). The ship will depart the port of Malaga, Spain at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Piraeus (Athens), Greece on Feb 7th at N/A. During the 10-day journey, the Azamara Journey will visit 6 additional ports and will spend 2 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.
Cruise Ship
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
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. (126 words)
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. (126 words)
Algiers, Algeria, docks at the central port terminal on the Bay of Algiers, a 15-minute walk to the Casbah. The city, population 3 million, features the UNESCO-listed Kasbah with Ottoman alleys and mosques. Travelers ascend the Martyrs' Memorial, a 167-meter obelisk from 1982 honoring independence fighters. Maqam Echahida offers city views. Jardin d'Essai, 10 minutes by tram, spans 400 hectares with exotic plants and aviaries. Excursions to Tipaza, 90 minutes west, explore Roman ruins and amphitheaters. Local souks sell tagines. Peak season April to October; trams 40 DZD. Dining includes chorba soup at cafes. Souvenirs feature brass lamps.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Tunis, Tunisia, offers docking at La Goulette Port. Travelers explore Carthage Ruins and Medina of Tunis. Excursions visit Sidi Bou Said’s blue streets. Local markets sell brik. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes couscous, a Tunisian favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Phoenician history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance medina walks. Tunis’ historic charm offers a vibrant Tunisian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO sites and cultural markets, making Tunis an engaging destination for exploration.
Valletta, Malta, offers docking at Valletta Port. Travelers explore St. John’s Co-Cathedral and Upper Barrakka Gardens. Excursions visit Mdina’s medieval walls. Local markets sell pastizzi. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Baroque architecture and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes rabbit stew, a Maltese favorite. Souvenirs, like lace crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Knights of Malta history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Valletta’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Maltese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO landmarks and scenic harbors, making Valletta an engaging destination. (126 words)
Siracusa, Sicily, Italy, offers docking at Siracusa Port. Travelers explore Ortigia’s Duomo and Archimedes Museum. Excursions visit Etna’s volcanic slopes. Local markets sell arancini. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures baroque architecture and Ionian vistas. Dining onboard includes pasta alla norma, a Sicilian favorite. Souvenirs, like lava crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Greek history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Siracusa’s ancient charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of archaeological sites and coastal beauty, making Siracusa an engaging destination for exploration.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Piraeus (Athens), Greece, offers docking at Piraeus Port with excursions to Athens. Travelers explore Acropolis and Parthenon. Excursions visit Cape Sounion. Local markets sell souvlaki. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes moussaka, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like olive oil, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Hellenic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Piraeus’ cultural gateway offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and scenic coasts, making Piraeus an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Piraeus (Athens), Greece, offers docking at Piraeus Port with excursions to Athens. Travelers explore Acropolis and Parthenon. Excursions visit Cape Sounion. Local markets sell souvlaki. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes moussaka, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like olive oil, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Hellenic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Piraeus’ cultural gateway offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and scenic coasts, making Piraeus an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)