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Azamara Quest October 3-14 2026 Cruise & Offers
Athens (Piraeus), Greece to Athens (Piraeus), Greece
Past departure — historical itinerary. Retained for reference; this is not an upcoming sailing.
October 3-14 2026 · Voyage QS261003-011
Ports & shore experiences
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October 3, 2026; October 14, 2026 Athens (Piraeus)
About Athens (Piraeus)
Athens rewards visitors interested in ancient Greece, with the Acropolis central to the city's heritage. Piraeus is the port for this call.
Published port schedule
- October 3, 2026 Embarkation · Departure 6:00 PM
- October 14, 2026 Arrival 5:00 AM · Disembarkation
Shore excursions currently listed
- Athens Sightseeing and Acropolis with Hotel Transfer strenuous activity · ATH-HT1 · October 3, 2026; October 14, 2026
- Athens Sightseeing & Acropolis with Airport Transfer strenuous activity · ATH-AP1 · October 3, 2026; October 14, 2026
- Queen's Tower & Wine Tasting with Hotel Transfer medium activity · ATH-HT3 · October 3, 2026; October 14, 2026
- Athens Panoramic Drive and Plaka Stroll medium activity · ATH-002 · October 3, 2026
- Athens Acropolis and Acropolis Museum strenuous activity · ATH-001 · October 3, 2026
October 4, 2026 Chios
About Chios
Chios combines beaches with medieval villages and a history reaching back to prehistoric settlement.
Published port schedule
- October 4, 2026 Arrival 7:00 AM · Departure 5:00 PM
Shore excursions currently listed
- Nea Moni Monastery & Avgonima medium activity · JKH-001
- Pyrgi, Mesta & Mastic Museum medium activity · JKH-004
- Pyrgi & Mesta medium activity · JKH-002
- Pyrgi, Homer's Rock & Scenic Drive medium activity · JKH-003
October 5-6, 2026 Istanbul
About Istanbul
Istanbul spans Europe and Asia. Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace and the Grand Bazaar are central to its sightseeing appeal.
Published port schedule
- October 5, 2026 Arrival 1:00 PM · Overnight in port
- October 6, 2026 Departure 9:00 PM
Shore excursions currently listed
- Complete Istanbul (2-Day Package) strenuous activity · IST-017 · October 5, 2026
- Private Van with Driver and English Speaking Guide (Half Day) mild activity · IST-PVH1 · October 5-6, 2026
- Private Car with Driver and English Speaking Guide (Full Day) mild activity · IST-PCF1 · October 5-6, 2026
- Private Car with Driver and English Speaking Guide (Half Day) mild activity · IST-PCH1 · October 5-6, 2026
- Private Van with Driver and English Speaking Guide (Full Day) mild activity · IST-PVF1 · October 5-6, 2026
- Istanbul’s Landmarks and the Grand Bazaar medium activity · IST-004 · October 5-6, 2026
- Cistern & Bosphorus medium activity · IST-015 · October 5-6, 2026
- Markets of Istanbul with Turkish Delight medium activity · IST-008 · October 5, 2026
- Panoramic City Walls & Spice Bazaar medium activity · IST-014 · October 5-6, 2026
- Bosphorus Sightseeing by Boat mild activity · IST-011 · October 5, 2026
- Treasures of Istanbul medium activity · IST-016 · October 5-6, 2026
- Istanbul by Water with the Basilica Cistern medium activity · IST-012 · October 5, 2026
- An Evening on the Bosphorus medium activity · IST-005 · October 5, 2026
- Panoramic Istanbul by Night mild activity · IST-006 · October 5, 2026
- Morning Cruise On The Bosphorus With Turkish Breakfast medium activity · IST-003 · October 6, 2026
- Turkish Breakfast on the Bosphorus mild activity · IST-020 · October 6, 2026
- Deluxe Bosphorus Cruise & Turkish Bath Experience medium activity · IST-009 · October 6, 2026
- Bundle Special 1: Three Amazing Tours mild activity · IST-BUN1 · October 6, 2026
- Istanbul Palaces and Traditional Afternoon Tea medium activity · IST-002 · October 6, 2026
October 7, 2026 Canakkale (Kepez)
About Canakkale (Kepez)
Canakkale provides access to the archaeological remains of Troy, linking excavated history with the stories of Homer's Iliad.
Published port schedule
- October 7, 2026 Arrival 8:00 AM · Departure 5:00 PM
Shore excursions currently listed
- Battlefields of Gallipoli strenuous activity · CKZ-002
- Charming Treasures of Assos strenuous activity · CKZ-003
- Legends of Troy strenuous activity · CKZ-001
- Gentle Canakkale mild activity · CKZ-004
October 8-9, 2026 Thessaloniki
About Thessaloniki
Thessaloniki has an important Byzantine legacy and remains one of Greece's principal cities.
Published port schedule
- October 8, 2026 Arrival 8:00 AM · Overnight in port
- October 9, 2026 Departure 9:00 PM
Shore excursions currently listed
- Mount Olympus & Dion strenuous activity · SKG-003 · October 8-9, 2026
- Private Car with Driver and English Speaking Guide (Full Day) mild activity · SKG-PCF1 · October 8-9, 2026
- The Land Alexander the Great - Pella & Vergina medium activity · SKG-002 · October 8-9, 2026
- Private Van with Driver and English Speaking Guide (Half Day) mild activity · SKG-PVH1 · October 8-9, 2026
- Thessaloniki Highlights medium activity · SKG-001 · October 8-9, 2026
- Private Van with Driver and English Speaking Guide (Full Day) mild activity · SKG-PVF1 · October 8-9, 2026
- Private Car with Driver and English Speaking Guide (Half Day) mild activity · SKG-PCH1 · October 8-9, 2026
- Panoramic Thessaloniki mild activity · SKG-005 · October 8-9, 2026
- Royal Tombs of Vergina medium activity · SKG-004 · October 8-9, 2026
- AzAmazing Evening: Alexander Macedonia medium activity · SKG-AE2 · October 8, 2026
October 10, 2026 Volos
About Volos
Volos combines archaeological interest and surrounding natural scenery with its association with the legend of the Argonauts.
Published port schedule
- October 10, 2026 Arrival 7:30 AM · Departure 6:00 PM
Shore excursions currently listed
- Magical Monasteries of Meteora strenuous activity · VOL-001
- Mountain Villages of Portaria & Makrynitsa medium activity · VOL-002
- Volos & Makrynitsa medium activity · VOL-003
October 11, 2026 Syros
About Syros
Syros offers a quieter view of everyday Cycladic life, with local food and a blend of traditional and modern island culture.
Published port schedule
- October 11, 2026 Arrival 9:00 AM · Departure 8:00 PM
Shore excursions currently listed
- Villages of Syros medium activity · JSY-004
- Ermoupoulis on Foot strenuous activity · JSY-001
- Resurrection Church & Ano Syros strenuous activity · JSY-003
October 12, 2026 Patmos
About Patmos
Patmos is dominated by the fortified Monastery of St. John, set above the white houses of Hora.
Published port schedule
- October 12, 2026 Arrival 8:00 AM · Departure 6:00 PM
Shore excursions currently listed
- Greek Life on Patmos strenuous activity · PAT-006
- St. Johns Monastery and Panoramic Patmos strenuous activity · PAT-001
- Private Van with Driver and English Speaking Guide (Full Day) mild activity · PAT-PVF1
- Patmos Scenic Drive mild activity · PAT-005
- Private Car with Driver and English Speaking Guide (Full Day) mild activity · PAT-PCF1
- Private Car with Driver and English Speaking Guide (Half Day) mild activity · PAT-PCH1
- Private Van with Driver and English Speaking Guide (Half Day) mild activity · PAT-PVH1
October 13, 2026 Nafplio
About Nafplio
Nafplio's fortresses overlook a harbor lined with cafes and small shops, creating a distinctive historic coastal setting.
Published port schedule
- October 13, 2026 Arrival 8:00 AM · Departure 6:00 PM
Shore excursions currently listed
- Archeological Journey to Epidaurus and Mycenae strenuous activity · NAF-005
- Ancient Mycenae medium activity · NAF-002
- Ancient Epidaurus medium activity · NAF-001
Excursion listings checked October 14, 2026. Availability, activity levels, durations and schedules may change. Confirm the final programme and suitability with Deluxe Cruises before reserving.
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Itinerary at a Glance
Greece & Turkey Cruise: Athens, Istanbul & Syros · QS261003-011 · October 3-14 2026
Times are local to each port. “Not published” means the official source supplies no time for that entry. Schedules can change.
| Day | Date | Port / destination | Arrival | Departure |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2026-10-03 | Athens (Piraeus), Greece | Embarkation | 6:00 PM |
| 2 | 2026-10-04 | Chios, Greece | 7:00 AM | 5:00 PM |
| 3 | 2026-10-05 | Istanbul, Turkey | 1:00 PM | Overnight in port |
| 4 | 2026-10-06 | Istanbul, Turkey | In port | 9:00 PM |
| 5 | 2026-10-07 | Canakkale (Kepez), Turkey | 8:00 AM | 5:00 PM |
| 6 | 2026-10-08 | Thessaloniki, Greece | 8:00 AM | Overnight in port |
| 7 | 2026-10-09 | Thessaloniki, Greece | In port | 9:00 PM |
| 8 | 2026-10-10 | Volos, Greece | 7:30 AM | 6:00 PM |
| 9 | 2026-10-11 | Syros, Greece | 9:00 AM | 8:00 PM |
| 10 | 2026-10-12 | Patmos, Greece | 8:00 AM | 6:00 PM |
| 11 | 2026-10-13 | Nafplio, Greece | 8:00 AM | 6:00 PM |
| 12 | 2026-10-14 | Athens (Piraeus), Greece | 5:00 AM | Disembarkation |
A closer look at this sailing
Greece & Turkey Cruise: Athens, Istanbul & Syros aboard Azamara Quest
Azamara Quest sails from Athens (Piraeus), Greece to Athens (Piraeus), Greece on this 11-night voyage, October 3-14 2026. The route begins and ends in the same port, making this a round-trip option for your travel plans.
Between embarkation and the final port, the published sequence includes Chios, Istanbul, Canakkale (Kepez), Thessaloniki, Volos, Syros, Patmos, Nafplio. Consecutive dated calls in Istanbul, Thessaloniki give particular weight to those destinations; check the published timings before arranging evening plans.
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