28 March – 14 April 2020
Join Wine Diva Deb on Azamara Quest discovering the desert delights, ancient pyramids and the Suez Canal.
This is the voyage of opposites: modern vs. ancient, desert vs. oasis, but all similarly breathtaking.
From Dubai, sail to Oman: modern high-rises vs. the architecture of the ancients. Spend four luxurious days at sea indulging in our spa experiences and speciality dining before arriving in the port city of Safaga, where an overnight gives you plenty of time to discover the renowned healing properties of the mineral rich waters of the Red Sea.
A late stay in Eilat—home to stunning beaches, spectacular coral reefs, and excellent hiking–provides ample opportunity to explore this popular resort area on land or under the sea. An overnight in Jordan introduces Aqaba. History buffs will want to head to the ancient city of Petra, carved into rock. Nature lovers may prefer Wadi Rum, one of the most amazing desert landscapes in the world, said to resemble the moon. With two full days in Aqaba, there’s time to try both.
Next, we make for the modern marvel of engineering with passage through the Suez Canal en route to the Mediterranean. Check a visit to the pyramids off your bucket list in Alexandria, and take a selfie with the Sphinx. Your voyage concludes in Europe’s oldest city, Athens, where you may want to stay for a few days before heading home. Of course, you could probably spend a lifetime in Athens and not see everything it has to offer.
| Date | Port/City | Activity | Arrival | Depart |
| Sat 28 Mar | Dubai, UAE | Embark | 5:00pm | |
| Sun 29 – Mon 30 Mar | At Sea | Cruising | ||
| Tue 31 Mar | Salalah, Omen | Docked | 8:00am | 5:00pm |
| Wed 1 – Sat 4 Apr | At Sea | Cruising | ||
| Sun 5 – Mon 6 Apr | Safaga, (Luxor), Egypt | Docked | 6:00am (Apr 5) | 6:00pm (Apr 6) |
| Tue 7 Apr | Eilat, Israel | Docked | 7:00am | 10:00pm |
| Wed 8 – Thu 9 Apr | Aqaba, (Petra), Jordan | Docked | 7:00am (Apr 8) | 10:00pm (Apr 9) |
| Fri 10 – Sat 11 Apr | Suez Canal (Passage) | Cruising | 11:00pm (Apr 10) | 5:00pm (Apr 11) |
| Sun 12 Apr | Alexandria, Egypt | Docked | 6:00am | 7:00pm |
| Mon 13 Apr | At Sea | Cruising | ||
| Tue 14 Apr | Piraeus, (Athens), Greece | Debark | 6:00am |
Port Details
Dubai, UAE
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Dubai is a city unlike any other in the world. What was once an endless desert is now home to many triumphs of modern technology, including the world’s first underwater hotel, the world’s tallest building, and the iconic Burj Al Arab. Spend your days exploring merchant stalls in the Dubai Gold Souk, and for an experience you’ll have to see to believe, go skiing in the desert at Ski Dubai. |
Salalah, Oman
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The city of Salalah is renowned for its khareef, the monsoon season from June to September that transforms this “Perfume Capital of Arabia” into an oasis. But this subtropical city has many other year-round natural sights to behold, including the waterfalls, lakes, mountains, the caves of Wadi Darbat, Mughsail Bay, and some of the most beautiful beaches in Oman. |
Safaga
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The Luxor Temple, home to the chapel of Alexander the Great. Then, continue on to Karnak, the largest religious site in the world. The Valley of the Kings is just a quick jaunt across the Nile, and its also the final resting place of King Tutankhamen. End your day onboard a felucca, and set sail as the sun starts to set over this mysterious land. |
Eilat, Israel
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Eilat’s warm gulf waters are home to colorful fish and corals, and the snorkelling and diving is excellent. Stroll along North Beach’s vibrant waterfront area or observe the playful dolphins at Dolphin Reef. Stay dry while you discover the underwater world of Eilat in a glass-bottom boat, a submarine, and the Underwater Observatory. Explore Timna National Park by Jeep or atop a camel. |
Aqaba, (Petra), Jordan
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The stark deserts surrounding Petra are a sharp contrast to the snorkeling paradise of the Red Sea in this Jordanian port. Explore coral reefs and vibrantly colored marine life in Aqaba, then travel inland to one of the world’s great wonders—Petra. The massive stone facades of this ancient city are sure to take your breath away. |
Suez Canal
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There’s nothing quite like sailing through the Suez Canal. This voyage offers an opportunity to see the marvels of modern-day engineering that allow for travel between the Mediterranean and the Red Seas. A 100-mile journey gives the illusion of sailing across an endless desert of ocean sand, a cruise through the Suez Canal is sure to provide memories to last a lifetime. |
Alexandria, Egypt
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Though little remains of the ancient city of Alexandria, as the new one was built on top of it, it remains a gateway to Cairo, the pyramids and the fascinating culture of one of the world’s oldest civilizations. |
Piraeus, (Athens), Greece
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Start your journey in Piraeus with an archaeological walk past landmarks like the Temple of Olympian Zeus, Ancient Agora, and of course, the Acropolis. Afterwards, head to the Central Market for a feast of fresh fruit and veggies, nuts, olives, and Grecian cheese. Finally, check out a local taverna where you can rub elbows with the locals well into the wee hours of the night. |
On Board Inclusions
Distinctive Voyages INCLUDE extras:
- The services of a Concierge Host (Wine Diva Deb) to assist you throughout your journey
- An invitation to a Private Cocktail Reception to meet like-minded VIPs
- An Exclusive Event
All Azamara Cruises Include following:
- An AzAmazing EveningSM event (on most voyages)
- Select standard spirits, and international selection of beers and wines throughout the voyage
- Gratuities (dining, bar and housekeeping)
- Shuttles to/from port communities, where available
- Destination-influenced entertainment & enrichment
- Bottled Water, Sodas and speciality Coffee & Teas
- Concierge Service
- Self-Service Laundry
- All gourmet meals
- Casino
- Aqua Spa and Fitness center
- Piano and Wine bar, and Live Entertainment
For Suite Guests
All standard amenities plus:
- English butler service
- 235 complimentary Internet minutes
- One free bag of laundry service per suite, each seven days
- Complimentary dining in speciality restaurants
- Afternoon tea service in suite
- Guests in Club World Owner’s and Club Ocean suites may choose a complimentary Insider AccessSM or Nights in Cool PlacesSM excursion
Pricing Details* (US$) per person
*Airfare not included in prices listed
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Interior | $3,170 |
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Oceanview | $3,520 |
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Veranda | $5,095 |
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Suite | $7,090 |
To Reserve your space
Send email to: winedivadeb@yahoo.com or call Wine Diva Deb on 206-617-6160.
A deposit of $1,100/cabin or $2,220/Suite is required.
All reservations based on double occupancy. Travel Insurance highly recommended as well as Personal & Medical Insurance. All prices quoted in US$
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.
