7 Night Romantic & Classic Towns Voyage – October 2013

9 October – 16 October 2013

Join Wine Diva Deb on a 7 night cruise visiting some of the most romantic and classic cities of France and Italy. You will be able to experience a new class of sailing aboard the recently refurbished Azamara Quest.


Voyage Details

Date Port/City Activity Arrival Depart
Wed 9 Oct Nice, France Embark 10:00pm
Thu 10 Oct Portofino, Italy Tendered 8:00am 10:00pm
Fri 11 Oct Florence/Pisa (Livorno), Italy Docked 8:00am
Sat 12 Oct Florence/Pisa (Livorno), Italy Docked 7:00pm
Sun 13 Oct Saint-Tropez, France Tendered 9:00am 10:00pm
Mon 14 Oct Cannes, France Tendered 8:00am 10:00pm
Tue 15 Oct Monte-Carlo, Monaco Tendered 8:00am 11:59pm
Wed 16 Oct Nice, France Debark 6:00am

Azamazing Evening

Tuscan Flavors & 3 Tenors Concert — October 11, 2013
View the scenic Tuscan countryside en route to two picturesque hilltop castles overlooking the Greve Valley, the perfect setting for a romantic operatic performance by three tenors. You’ll also enjoy a sumptuous Tuscan feast of local meats, pasta, pecorino cheese and more, each course paired with a classic Tuscan wine.

Port Details

Nice, France : 9 October

Nice, Queen of the Riviera, is imbued with the joie de vivre that epitomizes this fabled coastline. Perhaps it is that famous light and color that has long attracted artists, that makes one feel so alive, makes a stroll down the wide seaside Promenade des Anglais so exhilarating. The old town is a warren of meandering lanes edged by tall houses, and small, alluring shops. A treasure trove of archaeological and fine art museums is not to be ignored, nor is the famous flower market, awash in the heady scent and glowing hues of blossoms, and amazing displays of produce.

 

 

Portofino, Italy : 10 October

Picture a tiny town of pastel houses lining the shore of a small harbor full of sleek yachts, crowned by a castle and backed by verdant hills dotted with villas. Throw in charming waterside restaurants specializing in seafood, and a national park with miles of hiking trails among chestnut and olive groves, where you can work off the pasta that in Italy is just the first course, between the antipasto and the main. Now you know why this quaint little fishing village became a playground of the rich and famous, and why you should consider joining them.

 

 

Livorno (Florence/Pisa), Italy : 11/12 October

Ah, Florence – sublime birthplace of the Renaissance, its historic center full to bursting with elegant squares, imposing palaces, magnificent churches, and museums with such an abundance of riches it could make an art lover weep for joy. The list of illustrious names connected with this city is mind-boggling: Botticelli, Dante, Da Vinci, Michelangelo, Galileo. Other colorful and fascinating characters were of dubious reputation: Machiavelli, and the religious extremist Savonarola, with his bonfire of the vanities. For many years the city was ruled by the powerful Medici family, patrons of the arts and bankers to the papacy, whose line included six kings and two popes.

 

Saint-Tropez, France : 13 October

Saint-Tropez conjures up images of sun-drenched beaches, tanned bodies, and jet setters enjoying martinis on the decks of luxury yachts. Indeed it is a glamorous playground for the wealthy, but anyone can spend an afternoon at a sidewalk café, watching the spectacle unfold. The south of France played a role in the history of modern painting, its clear light inspiring artists, so that even today many live and work here. For mesmerizing views, head up to the 16th century Citadel. Or stroll the old town, overflowing with restaurants, trendy boutiques, and galleries.

 

 

Cannes, France : 14 October

It is hard to believe that this glamorous haunt of the glitterati was once a sleepy fishing village, but traces of its past do remain. The old harbor of St Pierre still shelters a flotilla of fishing boats alongside the luxurious super yachts, and Le Suquet, the heart of the old town, is still is a cobbled maze of picturesque lanes. It’s a bit of a climb, but earns you the opportunity to engage in one of the most important and longstanding pastimes of the Riviera – people watching from a sidewalk café. If uphill is not your direction of choice, head the other way, for a stroll along Le Croisette, the seaside promenade so fashionable that it is now sometimes referred to as the “catwalk by the sea.”

 

Monte-Carlo, Monaco : 15 October

The tiny principality of Monaco, a sovereign state of just under one square mile, has an outsized resume, boasting some of the planet’s most expensive real estate, and the world’s most prestigious casino. Facing the sea, and engulfed on the other three sides by France, it has been the domain of the Grimaldi dynasty since the 14th century, and enjoys the same glamorous reputation as the rest of the Riviera.

 

On Board Inclusions

  • Exclusive onboard amenities
  • On AzAmazing EveningSM 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

Pricing Details* (per person US$)

*Airfare not included in prices listed
DiscountDeal If airfare booking is made with Choice Air® a discount of $500 (Window or Balcony) or $1000 (Suite)/person may be received off the Cruise fare at final booking. ^^

Oceanview Veranda Balcony Cabin $3385
Oceanview Window Cabin $3035
Interior Inside Cabin $2585
Suites available, please email
for pricing

To Reserve your space

Send email to: winedivadeb@yahoo.com or call Wine Diva Deb on 206-617-6160.

Deposit of $1100 is due upon booking.

All reservations based on double occupancy.  Non refundable $25 booking fee will apply to all booking. Travel Insurance highly recommended as well as Personal & Medical Insurance.

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.

^^ North American residents only