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18 Night Ancient Trade Routes on Azamara Azamara Pursuit

October 20, 2025

Azamara Pursuit October 20, 2025

The Azamara Pursuit October 20, 2025 cruise departs from Piraeus (Athens), Greece. On this 18 Night Ancient Trade Routes (Athens To Dubai) sailing, the Azamara Pursuit will visit a total of 9 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Monday, Oct 20th and returns on Friday, Nov 7th, 2025.

Cruise Length
18
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Piraeus
Greece
Port Stops
9
Sea Days
7

Cruise Price

Azamara Pursuit · October 20, 2025

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Cruise Itinerary Map

Azamara Pursuit · October 20, 2025

The Azamara Pursuit sails on October 20, 2025 for a 18 Night Ancient Trade Routes (Athens To Dubai). The ship will depart the port of Piraeus (Athens), Greece at 6:00 PM and will return to the port of Dubai, U.a.e. on Nov 7th at N/A. During the 20-day journey, the Azamara Pursuit will visit 8 additional ports and will spend 7 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

18 Night Ancient Trade Routes (Athens To Dubai)

  • OCT20
    Piraeus (Athens), Greece
    Piraeus (Athens), Greece
    A: — - D: 6:00 PM
  • OCT21
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT22
    Alexandria, Cairo, Egypt
    Alexandria, Cairo, Egypt
    A: 6:00 AM - D: —
  • OCT23
    Suez Canal Transit
    Suez Canal Transit
    A: 11:00 PM - D: —
  • OCT20
    Alexandria, Cairo, Egypt
    Alexandria, Cairo, Egypt
    A: — - D: 12:00 PM
  • OCT20
    Suez Canal Transit
    Suez Canal Transit
    A: — - D: 3:00 PM
  • OCT25
    Safaga, Egypt
    Safaga, Egypt
    A: 6:00 AM - D: —
  • OCT26
    Eilat, Israel
    Eilat, Israel
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 10:00 PM
  • OCT20
    Safaga, Egypt
    Safaga, Egypt
    A: — - D: 6:00 PM
  • OCT28
    Aqaba (Petra), Jordan
    Aqaba (Petra), Jordan
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • OCT29
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT30
    Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
    Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 10:00 PM
  • OCT31
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • NOV01
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • NOV02
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • NOV03
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • NOV04
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • NOV05
    Muscat, Oman
    Muscat, Oman
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • NOV06
    Dubai, U.a.e.
    Dubai, U.a.e.
    A: 4:00 PM - D: —
  • OCT20
    Dubai, U.a.e.
    Dubai, U.a.e.
    A: — - D: —
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Cruise Ports

October 20, 2025 · 18 Night Ancient Trade Routes (Athens To Dubai)

Piraeus (Athens), Greece
Day 1Monday, Oct 20

Piraeus (Athens), Greece

Arrival:Departure: 6:00 PM

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.

At Sea
Day 2Tuesday, Oct 21

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AMDeparture: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Alexandria, Cairo, Egypt
Day 3Wednesday, Oct 22

Alexandria, Cairo, Egypt

Arrival: 6:00 AMDeparture:

Alexandria, Egypt, docks at the Western Port terminal, 10 kilometers from the city center, with shuttles or taxis offering 20-minute transfers to the Corniche. The facility includes lounges and ATMs. Travelers explore the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, a modern library complex with manuscripts and planetarium shows. Qaitbay Citadel, 15 minutes east, features 15th-century fortifications on Pharos Lighthouse ruins. Kom el-Dikka, a 5-minute drive, reveals Roman amphitheaters and mosaics. Excursions to Cairo, 3 hours away, include Giza Pyramids and Sphinx. Montaza Palace Gardens, 20 minutes east, offer seaside walks and tea houses. Dining features kofta at waterfront stalls. Souvenirs include papyrus scrolls. Best visited October to April; taxis 50-100 EGP. Guided tours ensure security.

Suez Canal Transit
Day 4Thursday, Oct 23

Suez Canal Transit

Arrival: 11:00 PMDeparture:

Suez Canal Transit, Egypt, offers scenic cruising without docking. Travelers view canal locks and desert landscapes from the ship. Excursions include onboard lectures. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, October to April, brings mild weather for canal cruising. Photography captures engineering marvels and Suez vistas. Dining onboard includes koshari, an Egyptian favorite. Souvenirs, like canal replicas, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover canal history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the arid climate, while binoculars enhance scenery viewing. Suez Canal’s historic allure offers a vibrant Egyptian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of engineering feats and desert vistas, making the Suez Canal an engaging destination for exploration.

Alexandria, Cairo, Egypt
Day 4Thursday, Oct 23

Alexandria, Cairo, Egypt

Arrival:Departure: 12:00 PM

Alexandria, Egypt, docks at the Western Port terminal, 10 kilometers from the city center, with shuttles or taxis offering 20-minute transfers to the Corniche. The facility includes lounges and ATMs. Travelers explore the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, a modern library complex with manuscripts and planetarium shows. Qaitbay Citadel, 15 minutes east, features 15th-century fortifications on Pharos Lighthouse ruins. Kom el-Dikka, a 5-minute drive, reveals Roman amphitheaters and mosaics. Excursions to Cairo, 3 hours away, include Giza Pyramids and Sphinx. Montaza Palace Gardens, 20 minutes east, offer seaside walks and tea houses. Dining features kofta at waterfront stalls. Souvenirs include papyrus scrolls. Best visited October to April; taxis 50-100 EGP. Guided tours ensure security.

Suez Canal Transit
Day 5Friday, Oct 24

Suez Canal Transit

Arrival:Departure: 3:00 PM

Suez Canal Transit, Egypt, offers scenic cruising without docking. Travelers view canal locks and desert landscapes from the ship. Excursions include onboard lectures. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, October to April, brings mild weather for canal cruising. Photography captures engineering marvels and Suez vistas. Dining onboard includes koshari, an Egyptian favorite. Souvenirs, like canal replicas, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover canal history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the arid climate, while binoculars enhance scenery viewing. Suez Canal’s historic allure offers a vibrant Egyptian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of engineering feats and desert vistas, making the Suez Canal an engaging destination for exploration.

Safaga, Egypt
Day 6Saturday, Oct 25

Safaga, Egypt

Arrival: 6:00 AMDeparture:

Safaga, Egypt, offers docking at Safaga Port. Travelers explore Luxor’s Karnak Temple and Valley of the Kings. Excursions visit Hurghada’s coral reefs. Local markets sell koshari. The peak season, October to April, brings mild weather for historic tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Red Sea vistas. Dining onboard includes ful medames, an Egyptian favorite. Souvenirs, like papyrus art, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Pharaonic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the arid climate, while comfortable shoes enhance temple walks. Safaga’s historic allure offers a vibrant Egyptian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient landmarks and coastal beauty, making Safaga an engaging gateway to Egypt’s heritage.

Eilat, Israel
Day 7Sunday, Oct 26

Eilat, Israel

Arrival: 8:00 AMDeparture: 10:00 PM

Eilat, Israel, has docking at Eilat Port. Travelers snorkel the Red Sea’s coral reefs. Excursions explore Timna Park’s ancient mines. Local markets sell dates. The peak season, October to April, avoids summer heat. Photography captures desert shores. Dining onboard includes falafel. Souvenirs, like Dead Sea products, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover regional history. Light clothing suits warm conditions. Eilat’s vibrant reefs offer a unique Red Sea stop.

Safaga, Egypt
Day 7Sunday, Oct 26

Safaga, Egypt

Arrival:Departure: 6:00 PM

Safaga, Egypt, offers docking at Safaga Port. Travelers explore Luxor’s Karnak Temple and Valley of the Kings. Excursions visit Hurghada’s coral reefs. Local markets sell koshari. The peak season, October to April, brings mild weather for historic tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Red Sea vistas. Dining onboard includes ful medames, an Egyptian favorite. Souvenirs, like papyrus art, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Pharaonic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the arid climate, while comfortable shoes enhance temple walks. Safaga’s historic allure offers a vibrant Egyptian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient landmarks and coastal beauty, making Safaga an engaging gateway to Egypt’s heritage.

Aqaba (Petra), Jordan
Day 9Tuesday, Oct 28

Aqaba (Petra), Jordan

Arrival: 6:00 AMDeparture: 6:00 PM

Aqaba (Petra), Jordan, docks at Aqaba Port, 2 kilometers from downtown, with shuttles or taxis for 10-minute rides. The port city, population 200,000, serves as a gateway to Petra, 2 hours north, with Nabataean tombs like Al-Khazneh carved into rose-red cliffs. Local sites include the Aqaba Fort, a 14th-century Mamluk structure. Snorkeling at South Beach, 10 minutes south, explores coral reefs. Markets sell za’atar spices. Excursions to Wadi Rum, 1 hour east, offer jeep tours through desert canyons. Peak season October to April; taxis 5-10 JOD. Dining includes sayadiyah (fish rice) at port cafes. Souvenirs feature Bedouin silver jewelry.

At Sea
Day 10Wednesday, Oct 29

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AMDeparture: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
Day 11Thursday, Oct 30

Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

Arrival: 8:00 AMDeparture: 10:00 PM

Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, has docking at Jeddah Port. Travelers explore Al-Balad’s UNESCO-listed historic district. Excursions visit King Fahd’s Fountain and Red Sea beaches. Local markets sell oud perfume. The peak season, October to April, brings mild weather. Photography captures coral houses and waterfronts. Dining onboard includes shawarma, a Saudi favorite. Souvenirs, like prayer beads, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Islamic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the arid climate. Comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Jeddah’s vibrant heritage offers a dynamic Saudi stop, blending history with coastal allure.

At Sea
Day 12Friday, Oct 31

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AMDeparture: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

At Sea
Day 13Saturday, Nov 1

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AMDeparture: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

At Sea
Day 14Sunday, Nov 2

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AMDeparture: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

At Sea
Day 15Monday, Nov 3

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PMDeparture: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

At Sea
Day 16Tuesday, Nov 4

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PMDeparture: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Muscat, Oman
Day 17Wednesday, Nov 5

Muscat, Oman

Arrival: 7:00 AMDeparture: 5:00 PM

Muscat, Oman, provides docking at Port Sultan Qaboos. Travelers explore the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque and Muttrah Souq. Excursions visit Nakhal Fort’s desert oasis. Local markets sell frankincense. The peak season, November to March, brings mild weather for sightseeing. Photography captures Islamic architecture and Arabian Sea views. Dining onboard includes shuwa, an Omani dish. Souvenirs, like silver khanjars, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Oman’s maritime history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the arid climate, while comfortable shoes enhance souq walks. Muscat’s blend of tradition and modernity offers a vibrant Omani stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of grand mosques, bustling markets, and desert forts, making Muscat an engaging destination for exploring Oman’s cultural richness and coastal allure.

Dubai, U.a.e.
Day 18Thursday, Nov 6

Dubai, U.a.e.

Arrival: 4:00 PMDeparture:

Dubai, UAE, offers docking at Port Rashid. Travelers explore Burj Khalifa and Dubai Souk. Excursions visit Abu Dhabi’s Sheikh Zayed Mosque. Local markets sell shawarma. The peak season, November to March, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures skyscrapers and Persian Gulf vistas. Dining onboard includes kabsa, an Emirati favorite. Souvenirs, like gold crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Bedouin history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the arid climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Dubai’s modern charm offers a vibrant UAE stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of futuristic landmarks and cultural markets, making Dubai an engaging destination for exploration.

Dubai, U.a.e.
Day 19Monday, Oct 20

Dubai, U.a.e.

Arrival:Departure:

Dubai, UAE, offers docking at Port Rashid. Travelers explore Burj Khalifa and Dubai Souk. Excursions visit Abu Dhabi’s Sheikh Zayed Mosque. Local markets sell shawarma. The peak season, November to March, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures skyscrapers and Persian Gulf vistas. Dining onboard includes kabsa, an Emirati favorite. Souvenirs, like gold crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Bedouin history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the arid climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Dubai’s modern charm offers a vibrant UAE stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of futuristic landmarks and cultural markets, making Dubai an engaging destination for exploration.

Weather Forecast

Azamara Pursuit - October 20, 2025 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Piraeus (Athens), Greece

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October

Typical Weather

88°F

Average High

47°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.06in

Daily average

1.9 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
71 / 100
safer than 71% of all cruises
71
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.
5
/ 10
Alexandria, Cairo, Egypt
Alexandria
Cruise travelers to Alexandria should remain vigilant against petty crime, avoid political demonstrations, and consider organized tours for safety.
7
/ 10
Suez Canal Transit
Suez Canal
The Suez Canal Transit is generally safe for cruise travelers due to strong naval security, though awareness of regional tensions is advised.
6
/ 10
Safaga, Egypt
Safaga
Safaga is generally safe for cruise travelers, but they should remain vigilant, stick to populated areas, and heed local advice.
7
/ 10
Eilat, Israel
Eilat
Eilat has a good safety record, but travelers should stay vigilant and informed due to regional tensions and varying local safety conditions.
8
/ 10
Aqaba (Petra), Jordan
Aqaba
Aqaba is a safe cruise destination with a strong police presence, but travelers should remain vigilant against minor scams and theft.
7
/ 10
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
Jeddah
Jeddah is generally safe for cruise travelers, but they should respect local customs and remain aware of regional political tensions.
8
/ 10
Muscat, Oman
Muscat
Muscat is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, a strong security presence, and standard travel precautions recommended.
9
/ 10
Dubai, U.a.e.
Dubai
Dubai is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, strong security, and a commitment to ensuring tourist safety.

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 October 20, 2025?

This is a 18-night cruise itinerary departing from Piraeus (Athens), Greece.

What ports does the Azamara Pursuit visit on the October 20, 2025 cruise?

This route includes athens-greece, alexandria-cairo-egypt, suez-canal-transit, safaga-egypt, eilat-israel, aqaba-petra-jordan, jeddah-saudi-arabia, muscat-oman, dubai-uae.

How many sea days are included on this Azamara Pursuit October 20, 2025 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 7 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the Azamara Pursuit sailing on October 20, 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?

Yes — use the price tracking opt-in on this page to get updates when cabin prices change for this sailing.

Last Updated: Mar 22, 2026