10 Night Greek Isles & Adriatic Voyage-September 2014

15  – 25 September 2014

Join Wine Diva Deb on the Azamara Quest to the Eastern Mediterranean. The Quest is a smaller ship, sailing to out-of the ordinary destinations, providing exceptional service and unmatched amenities. We will visit Croatia, Montenegro, Greece, Turkey and Italy all in one trip and you only have to unpack once!

Book by September 20, 2013 and receive a complimentary double upgrade from a Club Interior to a Club Veranda Stateroom.

Voyage Details

Azamazing Evening

Crete Waterfront Street Party

Have you ever attended a revolving dinner party? Think of this as a revolving food-and-culture fest through picturesque Chania, with short walks between entertaining destinations. You’ll be welcomed in the town square by folk dancers, artisans, and an array of tasty snacks complemented by a sip of Tsikoudia, a fragrant grape brandy. It’s a short stroll to the Cozmo Bar Restaurant, where you’ll dine on fresh local salads, cheeses, pies in filo pastry, and Greek moussaka…and perhaps a sip of ouzo, too. Next door are the 15th century Venetian shipyards and Architectural Center of the Mediterranean Sea. See a photographic history of Chania, sample local wines, or head upstairs for an informal lecture. Your evening ends at the Moro Docks for coffee and desert and a soothing performance of “Whispers of the Sea”. A great all-around experience!

Port Details

Piraeus (Athens), Greece : 15 September

Athens has quite a reputation to live up to. Named for Athena, Goddess of Wisdom, the city is credited with being the cradle of European civilization and birthplace of democracy. Ruins and relics of its glory days are scattered throughout the modern city, popping up where you least expect them. Its crowning glory is the Acropolis, perched atop a hillside, and covered in carved and columned temples of varying degrees of antiquity. Not quite so old is the Plaka, an appealing neighborhood for a stroll down cobblestone streets, past old mansions and a plethora of outdoor tavernas ideal for watching the world go by, while munching tasty Greek snacks.

Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey : 16 September

Kusadasi is your port of access to an age-old civilization. Ephesus was once the second largest metropolitan area in the Roman Empire, eclipsed only by Rome herself. Explore this city of construction both monumental and mundane. It was famed for the Temple of Artemis, one of the wonders of the ancient world; the Library of Celsus, with its thousands of scrolls; and its amphitheater, with a capacity of 24,000 spectators. But you can also imagine yourself in the sandals of a resident as you stroll the streets, past marketplaces, and into bath complexes that offered piped-in hot water, massage, and sauna.

Mykonos, Greece : 17 September

Mykonos is living proof that picture postcard destinations do exist. Its many charms include its iconic windmills, fabulous beaches, and an irresistible traditional town with a maze of twisting streets and alleys originally designed to confuse marauding pirates. Dazzling sunlight reflects off of whitewashed houses and hundreds of small chapels. Other adornments include shaded courtyards and balconies lush with flowers, and a lively nightlife that some claim is the best in Europe. Nearby you can visit the uninhabited island of Delos, birthplace of Apollo, fittingly the god of sunlight, music and beauty.

Santorini, Greece : 18 September

Your daydream of a Greek island meets reality in Santorini – its whitewashed villages cling to cliff sides, and bright blue roofs reflect the sea and sky. So beautiful is it, that you can almost believe the myths that claim it as the birthplace of gods. Born itself as a volcanic cone, the island blew its top in 1450 BC, its center sank, and it assumed its current crescent shape, outlined by three main islands. The capital, Fira, a pedestrian haven with narrow, meandering cobblestone lanes, is reachable only by cable car, donkey, or for the fit and fearless, a flight of 600 steps.

Chania, Crete, Greece : 19 September

Katakolon, Greece : 20 September

This Greek seaside town is the gateway to the ruins of Olympia, where the ancient games began in 776 BC, and continued for over 1000 years, until they were outlawed as a pagan festival, after Rome officially adopted Christianity as the only legitimate imperial religion. The complex is made up of temples, workshops, and the training structures that have given us the word we still use today to describe such facilities – gymnasium. The games did not recommence until 1896, but their ancient roots are acknowledged when the modern Olympic flame is lit here every four years, before beginning its long journey to the host nation.

Corfu, Greece : 21 September

One of the most beautiful islands in all of the Mediterranean, Corfu is said to cast a spell upon those who land upon its shores, which is perhaps why Shakespeare set his magical play, The Tempest, here. Millions of silvery olive trees grace the hillsides, the scent of lemon blossoms perfumes the air, and picturesque views of sapphire bays set against verdant hills capture your attention. A leisurely stroll through the narrow alleyways of Corfu old town will reveal many local treasures – old churches, a Byzantine cathedral, small enticing shops, and tavernas offering local wines and fresh seafood.

Kotor, Montenegro : 22 September

Kotor’s beautiful bay has long attracted passing ships that stopped to trade, plunder, or conquer, and merchants, pirates, and soldiers of numerous empires have walked this maze of cobblestone streets before you. One of Europe’s best-preserved cities of medieval or Renaissance vintage, its walls were constructed right into the steep slopes of the mountain behind it, providing protection and making it an amazing sight on approach from the sea. Venetian ramparts enclose a rich history, with churches of varying styles, and a Romanesque cathedral built on the foundations of an earlier church, and a still earlier Roman temple.

Dubrovnik, Croatia : 23 September

To visit Dubrovnik is to step back in time to the Middle Ages. The town is one massive museum, its thick walls constructed from the 13th to the 17th century encircle the entire city, and contain within them a treasure trove of striking architecture – squares, fountains, palaces, churches, and monasteries, all built from the same stone, line streets free of motor vehicles. Once the only city-state on the Adriatic to rival Venice, Dubrovnik has long been a center for Croatian culture, and home to artists and scholars of all disciplines. It is possible to circumnavigate the city atop the medieval walls.

Venice, Italy : 24-25 September

Venice is one of the world’s most beautiful cities, and arguably the most romantic. An independent city-state and major power during the Middle Ages and the Renaissance, it was a center of commerce in silk, grain, and spices, and home to a wide range of interesting characters from Marco Polo to Casanova. Consisting of more than 100 small islands connected by arched bridges, its thoroughfares are canals, and transportation options are limited to boats and your own two feet. After the requisite gondola ride, do stroll the winding traffic-free streets along the canal sides – prime real estate for the palaces of the aristocracy of old.

On Board Inclusions

• A bottle of wine per person to enjoy in your cabin**
• On board wine tasting party with Wine Diva Deb**
• Four course gourmet wine paired lunch in the Specialty Dining Room with Wine Diva Deb**
• Exclusive onboard amenities
• On AzAmazing Evening^SM event on every voyage
• Select standard spirits, and international selection of beers in addition to boutique red and white wines throughout the voyage
• Gratuities (dining, bar and housekeeping)
• Shuttles to/from port communities, where available
• Bottle of Champagne per stateroom
• Destination-influenced entertainment & enrichment
• 24-hour room service
• Bottled Water, Sodas and specialty Coffee & Teas
• Personal stationery
• Concierge Service
• Self-Service Laundry
• Spa and Wellness Center
• All gourmet meals
• Casino
• Aqua Spa and Fitness center
• Piano and Wine bar, and Live Entertainment

**Included in optional Winemaker package for an additional US$125/person

Purchase Winemaker package

Pricing Details* (per person US$)

*Airfare not included in prices listed

If airfare booking is made from US or Canada with Choice Air® a discount of $500 (Window or Balcony) or $1000 (Suite)/person may be received off the Cruise fare at final booking.

	Balcony Cabin  $4940**** Book before Sept 20, 2013 and you only pay the inside cabin price.
	Window Cabin  $4140
	Inside Cabin  $3740
Suites available, please email for pricing

To Reserve your space

Call Wine Diva Deb at 206-617-6160 or send email to: winedivadeb@yahoo.com.

A deposit of $1,100/cabin or $2,220/Suite is required.

All reservations based on double occupancy. Azamara Club Cruises reserves the right to impose a fuel supplement on all guests if the price of West Texas Intermediate fuel exceeds US$65 per barrel. Non refundable $25 booking fee will apply to all booking. Travel Insurance highly recommended as well as Personal & Medical Insurance.