Embark on a journey through Türkiye’s ancient marvels and the stunning Eastern Mediterranean with an unforgettable cruise and a remarkable history tour.
Your adventure starts with a two-night hotel stay in Mestre located near Venice before your 11-night cruise on board Azamara Onward. This journey takes you to ports including Venice’s enchanting canals, Dubrovnik’s historic Old Town and the stunning vistas of Santorini.
Arriving in Istanbul, immerse yourself in the city’s culture exploring the breathtaking Blue Mosque and the bustling Grand Bazaar. The ancient city of Ephesus awaits, alongside Çanakkale, where the legendary city of Troy, the Gallipoli memorials and Anzac Cove narrate Türkiye’s rich history. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of Hierapolis, marvel at Pamukkale’s mineral-rich terraces and explore the cultural gems of Konya before finally taking in the captivating landscapes of Cappadocia.
Your Imagine Holiday Includes
11 night all-inclusive cruise on board Azamara Onward
2 night four-star hotel stay in Mestre at the Four Points by Sheraton Venice Mestre with breakfast
İstanbul city tour including Hippodrome Square, the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace
Overnight flights
Your Voyage
Your Itinerary
Your holiday begins as you fly from Australia to your destination.
Arriving in Venice, you’ll transfer to your hotel in the conveniently located Mestre district, across the lagoon from many of the city’s prime historic attractions.
Overnight: Four Points by Sheraton Venice Mestre
From Mestre, explore Venice’s network of 118 islands connected by picturesque canals and ornate bridges. This iconic UNESCO World Heritage site boasts architectural wonders like St. Mark’s Basilica, Doge’s Palace, and the iconic Rialto Bridge.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Overnight: Four Points by Sheraton Venice Mestre
Embark Azamara’s newest addition to the fleet, Azamara Onward. Enjoy a cruising experience unlike any other on board this stunning small ship, built to explore fascinating remote destinations that larger ships cannot reach.
Meals Included: All-Inclusive Board Basis
Overnight: Azamara Onward
Venice: a dreamlike city of canals, shimmering water, and rich history. Lose yourself in narrow alleys, gather at Piazza San Marco. Embrace the enchantment of this unique destination that captivates all who visit.
Meals Included: All-Inclusive Board Basis
Overnight: Azamara Onward
Unveil Koper, Slovenia: coastal beauty, medieval charm. Immerse in history, indulge in cuisine, bask in locals’ warmth. Your unforgettable adventure awaits!
Meals Included: All-Inclusive Board Basis
Overnight: Azamara Onward
Croatia’s coastal jewel, fascinates with its Roman heritage and modern vibrancy. From the Sea Organ to historic streets, it offers a captivating blend of history, culture, and Mediterranean charm.
Meals Included: All-Inclusive Board Basis
Overnight: Azamara Onward
Dubrovnik, Croatia’s “Pearl of the Adriatic,” enchants with medieval charm and coastal beauty. Historic city walls, cobblestone streets, and stunning views make it a captivating blend of history and scenery.
Meals Included: All-Inclusive Board Basis
Overnight: Azamara Onward
A captivating blend of history and natural beauty. Wander through Venetian streets, bask in golden sunsets, and indulge in mouth-watering cuisine. Immerse yourself in the island’s allure and create lifelong memories.
Meals Included: All-Inclusive Board Basis
Overnight: Azamara Onward
A picturesque town in Kefalonia, Greece, enchants with its Ionian beauty. From stunning beaches to charming streets, it offers a blend of relaxation, culture, and Mediterranean allure.
Meals Included: All-Inclusive Board Basis
Overnight: Azamara Onward
Uncover Chania’s charm: Venetian architecture, bustling markets, and mouthwatering cuisine. Lose yourself in its labyrinthine streets, bask in the Mediterranean sun, and create unforgettable memories. Explore Chania, the essence of Crete.
Meals Included: All-Inclusive Board Basis
Overnight: Azamara Onward
Where dreams meet reality. Immerse yourself in the enchanting beauty of whitewashed villages, breath taking sunsets, and the Aegean Sea’s azure embrace, and let this island transport you to a realm of pure bliss.
Meals Included: All-Inclusive Board Basis
Overnight: Azamara Onward
İstanbul, where East and West converge. Immerse in rich history, savor exotic cuisine, and feel the heartbeat of diverse cultures. Let this enchanting city awaken your senses and expand your horizons.
Meals Included: All-Inclusive Board Basis
Overnight: Azamara Onward
İstanbul promises a living mosaic of cultures, evident in its diverse neighbourhoods and culinary delights. With its rich cultural heritage, architectural marvels and vibrant markets, you’ll experience a captivating fusion of old-world charm and contemporary allure.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Overnight: Sheraton Istanbul City Center
Today, your guide will whisk you on a fascinating city tour. Visit the iconic Blue Mosque, wander Hippodrome Square, enjoy a photo stop at the magnificent Hagia Sophia, and lose yourself in the colourful Grand Bazaar.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Overnight: Sheraton Istanbul City Center
Travel to Canakkale via Gallipoli, visiting the Lone Pine Memorial with views of the 1915 front line and the historic Anzac Cove landing site. Enjoy a photo stop at the Trojan Horse before you arrive at your hotel for check-in.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Kolin Hotel
Nestled on the Dardanelles Strait, Canakkale promises to be one of the highlights of your trip. Here, you’ll uncover the history of Troy, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Overnight: Kolin Hotel
Today’s tour will take you high into the skies on a cable car to reach the Acropolis of Pergamon, stopping en route for lunch at a local restaurant. Arriving in Kuşadası, you’ll check in for a two-night stay.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Elite World Kuşadası
Relax on the beaches of Kuşadası or opt for an optional tour of the House of Virgin Mary, believed to be the final residence of Mary, the mother of Jesus. Dine on delicious Mediterranean cuisine as you admire the panoramic vistas of the beckoning horizon and surrounding coastline.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Overnight: Elite World Kuşadası
Enjoy a tour of Ephesus, one of the world’s best-preserved ancient cities, before transferring to Pamukkale, meaning “Cotton Castle” in Turkish. Relax during an afternoon at leisure ahead of tomorrow’s tour of the region’s stunning white terraces.
Meals Included: Richmond Pamukkale Thermal
Overnight: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Visit the UNESCO Ancient City of Hierapolis to explore “Cotton Castle”, a geological marvel where thermal springs create a terrace of white baths. Next, you’ll transfer to Konya for a one-night stay.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Grand Hotel Konya
Today, you’ll explore the Mevlana Museum, the final resting place of Rumi, a renowned Sufi mystic, as you travel towards Cappadocia. En route, you’ll visit Sultan Han Caravanserai, a well-preserved example of Seljuk architecture.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: AJWA Cappadocia
Join an optional early morning tour to witness Cappadocia’s iconic sunrise punctuated with vibrant hot air balloons. Explore the Three Beauties, Pigeon Valley, Uçhisar Valley and Paşabağ Valley before encountering the Avanos Valley’s Red River, Türkiye’s longest river.
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch
Overnight: AJWA Cappadocia
Following a photo stop at Tuz Gölü, Türkiye’s second-largest lake, known for its stunning salt flats, you’ll arrive in Ankara, Türkiye’s cosmopolitan capital, for an overnight hotel stay.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Overnight: New Park Hotel Ankara
Your holiday complete, today you’ll head to the airport for your flight home.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your Tour Highlights
Azamara Onward
A ship with a difference, Azamara Onward’s small size allows her to reach unique locations that other vessels cannot touch. While on board, savour an intimate experience as you immerse yourself in home-from-home luxury.
Spend your days breathing in the reviving sea air above deck, hit the gym in the Fitness Centre, or melt into an invigorating spa experience at the Sanctum Spa. Then, recover your strength with a visit to one of the ship’s restaurants, offering an array of international dishes.
Discover the exclusive Atlas Bar, only found on board this ship, where handcrafted cocktails combine exotic flavours with dazzling visual displays. Suites and staterooms galore await for you to choose from, each one bringing a unique mixture of features and amenities to an already elegant cruise.
- Tonnage 30,277 tons
- Length 591 ft (180.00 m)
Life on board Azamara Onward
Carry your cruise ambitions ever onward, with fine dining and entertainment options set against a backdrop of elegant facilities and furnishings.
dining
The unique Atlas Bar beckons aboard Azamara Onward, complementing Italian dishes at Aqualina Restaurant and international favourites at Prime C.
- Discoveries Restaurant
- The Patio
- Swirl & Top
- Aqualina Restaurant
- Prime C Restaurant
- Windows Café
- Sunset Veranda
Bars and Lounges include:
- Sunset Bar
- Pool Bar
- Spirits Bar
- Discoveries Bar
- Atlas Bar
Facilities
Try physical pursuits at the Fitness Centre, or head to the Card Room for an air of gentle sophistication while you spend pleasant hours in card games.
- The Sanctum Spa
- The Pool
- Drawing Room
- Living Room
- Card Room
- Fitness Centre
- Indulgences
- The Den
- Photo shop
entertainment
The iconic White Night party, held at least once per cruise, is not to be missed, while the Cabaret Lounge offers unique musical spectacles each night.
- Cabaret Lounge
- Live Music
- White Night
- AzAmazing Evenings
Cabins and Suites
Take your pick from an array of suites and staterooms, each offering a unique set of hotel features that will illuminate your voyage with splendour.
Club Interior Prices from $10,999pp
Plush, welcoming, and comfortable, a club interior cabin is perfect for those who long to spend their days exploring the surprises of the ship. Relax with plush cotton robes and slippers, relish the scent of freshy cut flowers and indulge with 24-hour room service.
- Luxurious cotton bed linens with duvet
- Terry bathrobes and slippers
- 24-hour room service
- Fresh-cut flowers
- Turndown treats
- Two lower beds convertible to one Queen size bed
- Some staterooms feature a sofa bed
- 40” flat-screen TV
- Mini-bar
- Air conditioning
Club Oceanview Prices from $11,999pp
A large window overlooking the ocean fills your room with light and the inimitable sight of the sea and sky each morning. Embrace the finer touches and attention to detail with lavish extras including fresh-cut flowers, shoe-shine service and mini-bar.
- Luxurious cotton bed linens with duvet
- Terry bathrobes and slippers
- 24-hour room service
- Fresh-cut flowers
- Turndown treats
- Two lower beds convertible to one Queen size bed
- Some staterooms feature a sofa bed
- 40” flat-screen TV
- Mini-bar
- Air conditioning
Club Veranda Prices from $13,699pp
An elegant modern space brought to life with fine furnishings and superior service, you’ll appreciate the finer touches, elevating your voyage from “good” to “great”. Savour your own private getaway aboard the ship.
- Luxurious cotton bed linens with duvet
- Terry bathrobes and slippers
- 24-hour room service
- Fresh-cut flowers
- Turndown treats
- Two lower beds convertible to one Queen size bed
- Sitting area with 40” flat-screen TV
- Balcony
- Refrigerator with mini-bar
- Air conditioning
Club Continent Suite Prices from $18,999pp
Smaller suites, but no less elegant, with design touches inspired by tactile natural elements such as wood, stone and water. Boasting a wealth of fine amenities, this charming suite offers the perfect home away from home experience.
- 24-hour room service
- Turndown treats
- Complimentary Internet (240 minutes or 50% off the unlimited internet package)
- Complimentary specialty dining
- Two lower beds convertible to one Queen size bed
- Spacious and comfortable sitting area with 55” flat-screen TV
- Roomy bathroom with shower. Some also feature a tub
- Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors
- Veranda
- Mini-bar
Your Hotel Stays
Mestre
Four Points by Sheraton Venice Mestre (Or Similar)
Offering stylish rooms and suites in a prime location within 10 minutes of the airport and five minutes from Venezia Mestre Ospedale Train Station, Four Points by Sheraton Venice Mestre promises a relaxing and convenient stay. Accommodation here boasts plush bedding, free Wi-Fi, smart amenities, flat-screen TV and contemporary design. The hotel’s restaurants serves both Italian and international cuisine, while the on-site gym is equipped with modern fitness equipment. With excellent service and a welcoming atmosphere, the hotel provides a perfect blend of comfort and accessibility.
İstanbul
Sheraton Istanbul City Center (Or Similar)
Sheraton İstanbul City Center is a modern, upscale hotel located in the vibrant heart of İstanbul, Türkiye. Offering contemporary rooms and suites with luxurious amenities, the hotel provides a comfortable and stylish stay for both business and leisure travelers. Guests can enjoy a variety of dining options, a well-equipped fitness center, an indoor pool, and a relaxing spa. With its central location, Sheraton Istanbul City Center is conveniently close to popular attractions such as Taksim Square, the historic Sultanahmet district, and bustling shopping areas, making it an ideal base for exploring the city.
Çanakkale
Kolin Hotel (Or Similar)
Kolin Hotel in Çanakkale is a luxurious accommodation offering stunning views of the Dardanelles Strait. Located just a short distance from the city center, it provides modern amenities, spacious rooms, and excellent service. Guests can enjoy various facilities, including indoor and outdoor pools, a spa, fitness center, and multiple dining options. Its convenient location also makes it a great base for exploring historical sites like Gallipoli and Troy.
Kuşadası
Elite World Kuşadası (Or Similar)
The Elite World Kuşadası epitomises luxury and relaxation in the vibrant coastal town of Kuşadası. This upscale resort offers beautifully designed rooms with modern comforts and stunning views of the Aegean Sea. Guests can indulge in diverse dining options, from gourmet restaurants to casual eateries and unwind at the luxurious spa or by the sparkling pool. The hotel also features direct beach access, providing an ideal spot for sunbathing and water sports.
Pamukkale
Richmond Pamukkale Thermal (Or Similar)
Richmond Thermal Hotel Pamukkale offers a retreat in the scenic region of Pamukkale, renowned for its thermal springs and travertine terraces. The hotel boasts elegantly furnished rooms, modern amenities, and a range of dining options featuring delicious local and international cuisine. Guests can indulge in the therapeutic benefits of the hotel’s thermal pools, enjoy relaxing treatments at the spa, or explore nearby attractions like the ancient city of Hierapolis. With exceptional service and stunning natural surroundings, it an ideal choice for relaxation and rejuvenation.
Konya
Grand Hotel Konya (Or Similar)
Grand Hotel Konya is a prestigious five-star hotel located in the vibrant city of Konya. Known for its accommodations and exceptional service, the hotel features spacious rooms with modern amenities, multiple dining options offering exquisite cuisine, and extensive leisure facilities including an outdoor pool, fitness centre, and spa. Business travellers benefit from well-equipped meeting rooms and conference halls. Its strategic location provides easy access to Konya’s cultural landmarks, such as the Mevlana Museum, making it a perfect choice for those seeking style, comfort and an excellent location.
Cappadocia
AJWA Cappadocia (Or Similar)
AJWA Cappadocia, part of the Preferred Hotel Legend Collection, is a luxurious retreat nestled in the heart of Türkiye’s Cappadocia region. Combining timeless Ottoman elegance with modern sophistication, the hotel offers exquisitely designed rooms adorned with handcrafted furnishings and traditional art. Immerse yourself in the region’s surreal landscapes, with hot air balloon ride opportunities, hiking trails and ancient cave dwellings nearby. The hotel also boasts a serene spa, gourmet dining and impeccable service.
Ankara
New Park Hotel Ankara (Or Similar)
New Park Hotel Ankara offers refined accommodations with modern decor, spacious rooms, and state-of-the-art amenities. The hotel features a well-equipped fitness centre and a full-service spa. Guests can enjoy a delightful culinary experience at Park Restaurant, which serves a blend of Turkish and international dishes, or unwind at the lobby lounge. Located in central Ankara, New Park Hotel is near attractions like the historic Anıtkabir, the Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, and Kızılay Square.
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