8 Night Greece & Turkey: Istanbul Thessaloniki & Volos (Athens Roundtrip)
Azamara Journey
Azamara Journey
February 7, 2028
8 Night Greece & Turkey: Istanbul Thessaloniki & Volos

Azamara Journey - 2/7/2028

The February 7, 2028 cruise on the Azamara Journey departs from Piraeus (Athens), Greece. On this 8 Night Greece & Turkey: Istanbul Thessaloniki & Volos (Athens Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 6 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Azamara Journey sets sail on Monday, Feb 7th and returns on Tuesday, Feb 15th.

Cruise Length
8
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Piraeus
Greece
Port Stops
6
Sea Days
0

Cruise Pricing

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Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

Azamara Journey - February 7, 2028 - 8 Nights

DayDatePort
1Feb 7thPiraeus (Athens), Greece
2Feb 8thCannakale (troy), Turkey
3Feb 9thIstanbul, Turkey
4Feb 7thIstanbul, Turkey
5Feb 11thKavala, Greece
6Feb 12thThessaloniki, Greece
7Feb 13thVolos, Greece
8Feb 14thPiraeus (Athens), Greece
9Feb 7thPiraeus (Athens), Greece

The Azamara Journey sails on February 7, 2028 for a 8 Night Greece & Turkey: Istanbul Thessaloniki & Volos (Athens Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Piraeus (Athens), Greece at N/A and will return to the port of Piraeus (Athens), Greece on Feb 15th at N/A. During the 9-day journey, the Azamara Journey will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 0 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
69 / 100
safer than 69% of all cruises
69
7
/ 10
Piraeus (Athens), Greece
Piraeus
Piraeus is generally safe for cruise travelers, but caution is advised at night and in crowded areas due to petty theft and potential disruptions.
7
/ 10
Cannakale (troy), Turkey
Cannakale
Çanakkale is generally safe for cruise travelers, but visitors should remain vigilant against petty crime in crowded areas.
6
/ 10
Istanbul, Turkey
Istanbul
Travelers in Istanbul should stay vigilant against petty theft and scams, especially in crowded areas, and remain aware of their surroundings.
7
/ 10
Kavala, Greece
Kavala
Kavala is a safe port, but travelers should remain cautious in less populated areas and vigilant against petty crime, especially pickpocketing.
7
/ 10
Thessaloniki, Greece
Thessaloniki
Travelers in Thessaloniki should stay vigilant in crowded areas to avoid pickpocketing and exercise caution in certain neighborhoods at night.
8
/ 10
Volos, Greece
Volos
Volos is a generally safe port city for travelers, but visitors should remain vigilant against petty theft in busy areas.

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
N/A N/AN/A
Greece

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)

Day2
FEB 82028
A:9:30 AMD:5:00 PM

Çanakkale (Troy), Turkey, docks at Çanakkale Port, 2 kilometers from downtown, with taxis for 10-minute rides. The city, population 120,000, serves as a gateway to Troy, 30 minutes south, for 3000 BC ruins. Travelers visit the Trojan Horse replica. Local markets sell lokum. Excursions to Gallipoli, 45 minutes east, explore WWI memorials. Peak season April to October; taxis 20-50 TRY. Dining includes sardines at harbor cafes. Souvenirs feature ceramic horses.

Day3
FEB 92028
A:7:00 AM

Istanbul, Turkey, offers docking at Istanbul Port. Travelers explore Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace. Excursions visit Blue Mosque. Local markets sell simit. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures Ottoman domes and Bosphorus vistas. Dining onboard includes döner kebab, a Turkish favorite. Souvenirs, like carpet crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Byzantine history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Istanbul’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Turkish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic waterways, making Istanbul an engaging destination for exploring Turkey’s cultural hub. (126 words)

Day4
FEB 102028
D:4:00 PM

Istanbul, Turkey, offers docking at Istanbul Port. Travelers explore Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace. Excursions visit Blue Mosque. Local markets sell simit. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures Ottoman domes and Bosphorus vistas. Dining onboard includes döner kebab, a Turkish favorite. Souvenirs, like carpet crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Byzantine history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Istanbul’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Turkish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic waterways, making Istanbul an engaging destination for exploring Turkey’s cultural hub. (126 words)

Day5
FEB 112028
A:11:00 AMD:5:00 PM

Kavala, Greece, has docking at Kavala Port. Travelers explore the Byzantine castle and ancient Philippi, a UNESCO site. Excursions visit Imaret’s Ottoman architecture. Local markets sell olives. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather. Photography captures ancient ruins and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes dolmades, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like olive oil, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Macedonian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate. Comfortable shoes enhance ruin tours. Kavala’s historic richness offers a vibrant Greek stop, blending archaeology with coastal allure.

Day6
FEB 122028
A:7:00 AMD:7:00 PM

Thessaloniki, Greece, offers docking at Thessaloniki Port. Travelers explore White Tower and Archaeological Museum. Excursions visit Pella’s ancient ruins. Local markets sell bougatsa. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Byzantine walls and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes souvlaki, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like olive oil, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Macedonian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Thessaloniki’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient landmarks and scenic coasts, making Thessaloniki an engaging destination for exploring Greece’s northern hub.

Day7
FEB 132028
A:6:30 AMD:5:00 PM

Volos, Greece, offers docking at Volos Port. Travelers explore Centaurs’ Path and Archaeological Museum. Excursions visit Meteora’s monasteries. Local markets sell tsipouro. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures cliff monasteries and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes souvlaki, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like olive oil, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Thessaly history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while sturdy shoes enhance monastery hikes. Volos’ cultural charm offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient artifacts and scenic cliffs, making Volos an engaging destination for exploring Greece’s mainland coast.

Day8
FEB 142028
Greece
A:8:00 AM

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)

Day9
N/A N/AN/A
Greece

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)