Asia is ancient, mysterious, and
exotic. Asia is cutting-edge and technologically savvy. China
claims the world's oldest continuous civilization, but its
metropolis of Shanghai is firmly fixed in the 21st century, with
levitating high-speed trains, and a jaw dropping cityscape of
space age towers. Bangkok's traditional temples will also catch
your eye - colorful and abundant, they sport golden spires and
layered roofs that appear to float one upon the other. And
everywhere the markets - rainbow-hued, spice-scented, and
boisterous, they are a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in
the local lifestyle.
NORTHERN &
WESTERN EUROPE
The lavish lifestyles and warring
ways of kings and courtiers of old left behind the extravagantly
decorated Winter Palace in St. Petersburg, the undoubtedly
haunted fortress of the Tower of London, and the majestic
Cathedral of Notre Dame de Paris for you to explore. There is
also a new Europe, as many cities are experiencing a burst of
architectural creativity that is adding excitement to the scene.
Not to be outdone, Mother Nature offers the splendors of the far
north, in the breathtaking majesty of the Norwegian fjords, and
the unique landscapes of Iceland, realm of fire and ice.
MEDITERRANEAN
& BLACK SEA
The ancient Romans called the
Mediterranean Mare Nostrum, Our Sea. Now it can be yours. Lands
of great antiquity and mighty empires. Sunny Greek isles with
whitewashed villages cascading down hillsides, and the Riviera,
glittering and glamorous. Black Sea ports, a blend of East and
West, with historic names like Yalta, Sevastopol, and Odessa.
Whether your dream is wandering the cobbled streets of medieval
villages, savoring a latte or a glass of vino in an outdoor
cafè, or solving the riddle of the Sphinx, it can come true on
one of these voyages.
SOUTH
AMERICA
Let Azamara take you to extremes.
From the fiery Latin rhythms and feather-festooned frenzy of
Carnival in Rio to Tierra del Fuego and on to the blue-white ice
of Antarctica - literally to the ends of the earth. Marvel at
the mighty Amazon on a voyage 1,000 miles upstream, the wilds of
Patagonia, and a wealth of wildlife including penguins by the
thousands. While the natural world is thrilling, you'll be
equally enthralled by the stunning beaches, charming colonial
towns, and elegant and sophisticated cities you will find in
South America.
TRANSOCEANIC
Take a leaf from the book of travelers past, when getting there
was half the fun, and an ocean liner was, in the words of
shipping historian John Maxtone Graham, "the only way to
cross". There is an aura of romance and nostalgia on an
ocean voyage, harking back to the days when passenger ships vied
for the coveted Blue Riband, granted to the fastest vessel to
cross the North Atlantic. It's perfect for blue water sailors
who value their time at sea, and for all those who want to savor
unscheduled hours, with no need to rush.
WEST
INDIES
Talk about Serendipity! Columbus
went looking for an easier route to "the Indies", and
bumped right into a whole new world - one lush palm-fringed
paradise after another. Once the word was out, adventurers from
all over Europe followed, and the islands passed from hand to
hand, each one adding a little bit of seasoning to the pot. Add
to that the African flavors contributed by the slaves brought in
to support the production of sugar and rum, and you have a
complex and spicy brew: each island a little bit different, but
all laid back, simply sublime, and a whole lot of fun.
Cruisetours
We invite you to enhance your
coastal perspective and inland insight with an Azamara
Cruisetour. Extend your vacation and seamlessly meld your
travels at sea with a multi-night land tour exploration that can
be enjoyed before or after your voyage.
Accommodations and and Cruisetour
guides have been hand-picked to the standards of high quality
that you expect on your Azamara ship. Learn Greece's traditional
Syrtaki dance; ride the Iguazu River on a zodiac; marvel at the
deserted city of Emperor Akbar, or uncover the secrets of Um
Rasas. Satisfy your curiosity and love of adventure by adding a
Cruisetour to your voyage.
Azamara's Cruisetours are fully
escorted by experienced Tour Directors who will ensure that your
tour is not only enlightening, but entertaining. Tour Directors
also act as your personal concierge.
To add to your experience, you
will travel efficiently between destinations aboard high-speed
trains, commercial airline flights and deluxe motorcoach
transportation, providing you with an abundance of time at each
destination. And accommodations are always centrally located, so
the area's most popular sights are within walking distance.
