17 nightsFrom Civitavecchia, Rome11 ports of call
Mediterranean & Egypt Combination Cruise: Salerno, Alexandria & Naples
Azamara · Azamara Onward
Overview
A 17-night voyage aboard Azamara Onward, departing Civitavecchia, Rome on 5 Dec 2026 and returning to the same port, calling at 11 destinations along the way.
Civitavecchia, RomeSalernoOlympia (Katakolon), GreeceSouda BayAthens (Piraeus), GreeceAlexandria, EgyptHeraklionMaltaCatania, SicilyNaplesCivitavecchia, Rome
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Itinerary
17 nights · 18 ports of call- 1
Day 1 ·Rome (Civitavecchia), ItalyEmbark
5 Dec 2026Depart 18:00Rome has something special to offer to all visitors, no matter their interests and tastes. Whether you daydream about fighting with gladiators in the Coliseum, debating with togaed senators in the Forum, tossing a coin in a fabled fountain, or being awestruck by the magnificence of St Peter’s Basilica and Michelangelo’s masterpieces, Rome seems to live up to its sobriquet – the Eternal City. When you need sustenance, today’s Rome will provide delizioso pasta e vino. Or perhaps you draw strength from a little retail therapy – the Italians are also renowned for their sense of style. - 2
Day 2 ·Salerno
6 Dec 2026Arrive 08:00 - 3
Day 3 ·Salerno
7 Dec 2026Depart 14:00 - 4
Day 4 ·Siracusa, Sicily
8 Dec 2026Arrive 08:00Depart 15:00Siracusa is known for the archaeological and historical sights that define its grand past, as one of the major powers of the Mediterranean world in the 5th century BC. They include a Greek theater, still in use, where Aeschylus produced some of his plays; a dramatic necropolis with burial niches cut into the rock that include the tomb of Archimedes, famous mathematician, engineer, and inventor; and the Ear of Dionysus, a cave with amazing acoustical properties. The “modern” city was rebuilt in Sicilian Baroque style after the devastating earthquake of 1693. - 6
Day 6 ·Olympia (Katakolon), Greece
9 Dec 2026Arrive 12:00Depart 18:00This 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. - 6
Day 6 ·Souda
10 Dec 2026Arrive 10:00Depart 18:00 - 7
Day 7 ·Athens (Pireaus)
11 Dec 2026Arrive 09:00You could spend a lifetime in Europe’s oldest city and still not see everything it has to offer. Settled over 3,500 years ago, Athens is like a mythological crossroads of the past and present, where modern buildings share the skyline with spectacular ruins like the Parthenon.
To see a veritable “greatest hits” line-up, make your way to Vasilissis Amalias Street for the archaeological walk. Winding through the heart of the ancient city, the route leads to landmarks like the Temple of Olympian Zeus, Ancient Agora, Arch of Hadrian, and of course, the Acropolis. - 8
Day 8 ·Athens (Pireaus)
12 Dec 2026Arrive 09:00Depart 17:00You could spend a lifetime in Europe’s oldest city and still not see everything it has to offer. Settled over 3,500 years ago, Athens is like a mythological crossroads of the past and present, where modern buildings share the skyline with spectacular ruins like the Parthenon.
To see a veritable “greatest hits” line-up, make your way to Vasilissis Amalias Street for the archaeological walk. Winding through the heart of the ancient city, the route leads to landmarks like the Temple of Olympian Zeus, Ancient Agora, Arch of Hadrian, and of course, the Acropolis. - 9
Day 9 ·At Sea
13 Dec 2026 - 10
Day 10 ·Alexandria
14 Dec 2026Arrive 06:00Alexandria is Egypt's second-largest city and its largest seaport. Known as "The Pearl of the Mediterranean," it's found by many to have an atmosphere and culture that is more Mediterranean than Middle Eastern. In ancient times, Alexandria was the capital of Greco-Roman Egypt; today, its a city synonymous with commerce and sophistication. - 11
Day 11 ·Alexandria
15 Dec 2026Depart 20:00Alexandria is Egypt's second-largest city and its largest seaport. Known as "The Pearl of the Mediterranean," it's found by many to have an atmosphere and culture that is more Mediterranean than Middle Eastern. In ancient times, Alexandria was the capital of Greco-Roman Egypt; today, its a city synonymous with commerce and sophistication. - 12
Day 12 ·At Sea
16 Dec 2026 - 13
Day 13 ·Heraklion
17 Dec 2026Arrive 08:00Depart 20:00History is very much alive in Iraklion. The Fountain of the Lions, built by Morozini in 1628 during the Venetian occupation of Crete, dominates the central square. Today, the city's Town Hall is located in the Venetian Loggia, a building from the same era. Stroll among the shops and cafes surrounding the central square, or follow the old Venetian walls to Koules, a bastion overlooking the old harbor. Explore the archaeological site at Knossos and walk among Minoan findings displayed in the Archaeological Museum of Iraklion. Don't miss the Historical Museum of Iraklion, which houses findings from the early era of the Christian religion. - 14
Day 14 ·At Sea
18 Dec 2026 - 15
Day 15 ·Valletta
19 Dec 2026Arrive 08:00Depart 22:00Tiny Malta, smack dab in the middle of the Mediterranean and on everyone's route since ships began to ply the seas, is packed with history from top to bottom. Over time it was ruled by a variety of empires, all of which contributed to the look and culture of the islands. Valetta is living museum of baroque architecture, constructed by the Knights of St. John five centuries ago. Today the city is also a dynamic hub of cultural and commercial activity, its harbor now welcoming luxury yachts and cruise ships. - 16
Day 16 ·Catania, Sicily
20 Dec 2026Arrive 07:00Depart 16:00Between the Mediterranean Sea and Mount Etna lies the beautiful city of Catania, where it’s “if it ain’t Baroque don’t fix it” architecture has earned it UNESCO World Heritage status.
Along with flamboyantly designed buildings, Catania is home to many ancient sites, like the Odeon and Amphitheatre—unearthed from under Mount Etna’s lava that covered the city at least seven times. These ruins can be viewed in the archaeological park, in the compact (AKA great for walking) city center. - 17
Day 17 ·Naples, Italy
21 Dec 2026Arrive 08:00Depart 17:00Naples, a city in southern Italy, sits on the Bay of Naples. Nearby is Mount Vesuvius, the still-active volcano that destroyed nearby Roman town Pompeii. Dating to the 2nd millennium B.C., Naples has centuries of important art and architecture. The city's cathedral, the Duomo di San Gennaro, is filled with frescoes. Other major landmarks include the lavish Royal Palace and Castel Nuovo, a 13th-century castle. - 18
Day 18 ·Rome (Civitavecchia), ItalyDisembark
22 Dec 2026Arrive 06:30Rome has something special to offer to all visitors, no matter their interests and tastes. Whether you daydream about fighting with gladiators in the Coliseum, debating with togaed senators in the Forum, tossing a coin in a fabled fountain, or being awestruck by the magnificence of St Peter’s Basilica and Michelangelo’s masterpieces, Rome seems to live up to its sobriquet – the Eternal City. When you need sustenance, today’s Rome will provide delizioso pasta e vino. Or perhaps you draw strength from a little retail therapy – the Italians are also renowned for their sense of style.
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