Azamara Pursuit itinerary map for August 2, 2025
Azamara Pursuit
Azamara Pursuit
August 2, 2025
10 Night Greece Intensive

Azamara Pursuit August 2, 2025

The Azamara Pursuit August 2, 2025 cruise departs from Istanbul, Turkey. On this 10 Night Greece Intensive (Istanbul To Athens) sailing, the Azamara Pursuit will visit a total of 11 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Saturday, Aug 2nd and returns on Tuesday, Aug 12th, 2025.

Cruise Length
10
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Istanbul
Turkey
Port Stops
11
Sea Days
0

Cruise Price

Azamara Pursuit · August 2, 2025

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Cruise Itinerary Map

Azamara Pursuit · August 2, 2025

The Azamara Pursuit sails on August 2, 2025 for a 10 Night Greece Intensive (Istanbul To Athens). The ship will depart the port of Istanbul, Turkey at 6:00 PM and will return to the port of Piraeus (Athens), Greece on Aug 12th at 6:00 AM. During the 11-day journey, the Azamara Pursuit will visit 10 additional ports and will spend 0 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

10 Night Greece Intensive (Istanbul To Athens)

  • AUG02
    Istanbul, Turkey
    Istanbul, Turkey
    A: — - D: 6:00 PM
  • AUG03
    Cannakale (troy), Turkey
    Cannakale (troy), Turkey
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • AUG04
    Kavala, Greece
    Kavala, Greece
    A: 6:30 AM - D: 8:00 PM
  • AUG05
    Thessaloniki, Greece
    Thessaloniki, Greece
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 10:00 PM
  • AUG06
    Volos, Greece
    Volos, Greece
    A: 8:30 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • AUG07
    Mykonos, Greece
    Mykonos, Greece
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • AUG08
    Rhodes, Greece
    Rhodes, Greece
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 8:00 PM
  • AUG09
    Santorini, Greece
    Santorini, Greece
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 10:00 PM
  • AUG10
    Iraklion (heraklion), Crete
    Iraklion (heraklion), Crete
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 8:00 PM
  • AUG11
    Nafplion (nauplion), Greece
    Nafplion (nauplion), Greece
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • AUG12
    Piraeus (Athens), Greece
    Piraeus (Athens), Greece
    A: 6:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

August 2, 2025 · 10 Night Greece Intensive (Istanbul To Athens)

Istanbul, Turkey
Day 1Saturday, Aug 2

Istanbul, Turkey

Arrival:Departure: 6:00 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)

Cannakale (troy), Turkey
Day 2Sunday, Aug 3

Cannakale (troy), Turkey

Arrival: 8:00 AMDeparture: 4:00 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.

Kavala, Greece
Day 3Monday, Aug 4

Kavala, Greece

Arrival: 6:30 AMDeparture: 8:00 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.

Thessaloniki, Greece
Day 4Tuesday, Aug 5

Thessaloniki, Greece

Arrival: 8:00 AMDeparture: 10:00 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.

Volos, Greece
Day 5Wednesday, Aug 6

Volos, Greece

Arrival: 8:30 AMDeparture: 7:00 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.

Mykonos, Greece
Day 6Thursday, Aug 7

Mykonos, Greece

Arrival: 8:00 AMDeparture: 6:00 PM

Mykonos, Greece, offers docking at Mykonos Port. Travelers explore Little Venice and Mykonos Windmills. Excursions include Delos Island ruins. Local markets sell loukoumades. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures whitewashed streets and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes souvlaki, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Cycladic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance island walks. Mykonos’ picturesque charm offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic ruins and scenic beaches, making Mykonos an engaging destination for exploring Greece’s Cyclades. (126 words)

Rhodes, Greece
Day 7Friday, Aug 8

Rhodes, Greece

Arrival: 8:00 AMDeparture: 8:00 PM

Rhodes, Greece, offers docking at Rhodes Port. Travelers explore Medieval City and Lindos Acropolis. Excursions include snorkeling at Kallithea Springs. Local markets sell souvlaki. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Knights’ Street and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes moussaka, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Dodecanese history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Rhodes’ cultural charm offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO landmarks and scenic beaches, making Rhodes an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Santorini, Greece
Day 8Saturday, Aug 9

Santorini, Greece

Arrival: 8:00 AMDeparture: 10:00 PM

Santorini, Greece, offers docking at Fira Port with tenders to shore. Travelers explore Oia’s blue-domed churches and Thera ruins. Excursions include sailing to Nea Kameni. Local markets sell fava beans. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for island tours. Photography captures caldera views and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes moussaka, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like volcanic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Minoan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while sturdy shoes enhance cliff walks. Santorini’s iconic charm offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of stunning views and ancient ruins, making Santorini an engaging destination. (126 words)

Iraklion (heraklion), Crete
Day 9Sunday, Aug 10

Iraklion (heraklion), Crete

Arrival: 8:00 AMDeparture: 8:00 PM

Iraklion (Heraklion), Crete, offers docking at Heraklion Port. Travelers explore Knossos Palace and Heraklion Archaeological Museum. Excursions visit Phaistos ruins. Local markets sell dakos. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Minoan ruins and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes moussaka, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like olive oil, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Minoan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance ruin walks. Heraklion’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient landmarks and scenic coasts, making Heraklion an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Nafplion (nauplion), Greece
Day 10Monday, Aug 11

Nafplion (nauplion), Greece

Arrival: 9:00 AMDeparture: 6:00 PM

Nafplion, Greece, provides docking at Nafplion Port. Travelers explore Palamidi Fortress and the charming old town. Excursions visit Mycenae’s UNESCO-listed ruins or Epidaurus’ ancient theater. Local markets sell baklava. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for historic tours. Photography captures Venetian architecture and Argolic Gulf views. Dining onboard includes pastitsio, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like komboloi beads, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Peloponnesian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance fortress walks. Nafplion’s historic and scenic charm offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient ruins, picturesque waterfronts, and cultural heritage, making Nafplion an engaging destination for exploring Greece’s Peloponnese region and its rich archaeological legacy.

Piraeus (Athens), Greece
Day 11Tuesday, Aug 12

Piraeus (Athens), Greece

Arrival: 6:00 AMDeparture:

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)

Weather Forecast

Azamara Pursuit - August 2, 2025 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Istanbul, Turkey

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August

Typical Weather

98°F

Average High

65°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.03in

Daily average

0.9 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
74 / 100
safer than 74% of all cruises
74
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
Cannakale (troy), Turkey
Cannakale
Çanakkale is generally safe for cruise travelers, but visitors should remain vigilant against petty crime in crowded areas.
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.
8
/ 10
Mykonos, Greece
Mykonos
Travelers in Mykonos should remain vigilant against petty theft and scams, especially in crowded areas during peak season.
8
/ 10
Rhodes, Greece
Rhodes
Rhodes is generally safe for travelers, but staying vigilant in crowded areas is advised to avoid pickpocketing and minor scams.
9
/ 10
Santorini, Greece
Santorini
Santorini is safe for travelers, but they should stay vigilant in crowded areas for pickpocketing and be cautious of traffic hazards.
8
/ 10
Iraklion (heraklion), Crete
Iraklion
Iraklion is generally safe for tourists, but caution is advised in crowded areas and certain neighborhoods, especially at night.
8
/ 10
Nafplion (nauplion), Greece
Nafplion
Nafplion is generally safe for travelers, with low crime rates, but vigilance against occasional petty crime is advised.
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.

Cruise Ship

Azamara Pursuit

⚓ Tonnage

30,280

vs avg 30,280

🛠️ Year Built

2,001

vs avg 2,000

📏 Length (ft)

vs avg —

👥 Passenger Count

710

vs avg 710

The Pursuit has a construction date of 2001 and a total size of 30,280 gross tons. The ship measures — feet in length. Azamara Pursuit is included in Azamara’s R class. At full capacity, the Azamara Pursuit holds 710 passengers. That includes 710 cruise vacationers and — staff members. The Pursuit total number of staterooms is 0.

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Itinerary FAQ

How many nights is the Azamara Pursuit sailing on August 2, 2025?

This is a 10-night cruise itinerary departing from Istanbul, Turkey.

What ports does the Azamara Pursuit visit on the August 2, 2025 cruise?

This route includes istanbul-turkey, cannakale-troy-turkey, kavala-greece, thessaloniki-greece, volos-greece, mykonos-greece, rhodes-greece, santorini-greece, heraklion-crete-greece, nafplion-nauplion-greece, athens-greece.

How many sea days are included on this Azamara Pursuit August 2, 2025 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 0 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the Azamara Pursuit sailing on August 2, 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 Pursuit itinerary?

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