Azamara Cruises Announces New European and Solar Eclipse Cruises for Summer 2026
September 8, 2024
Azamara Cruises– the small ship cruise line and leader in Destination Immersion® experiences – is pleased to unveil its 2026 summer sailings, featuring 77 new itineraries that will take guests to captivating destinations, iconic landmarks and ports of call that delight and inspire. Azamara Journey®, Azamara Quest® and Azamara Onward® will all spend the summer season sailingEurope, covering the Mediterranean andNorthern Europe, including an extended stay inGreece,Ireland, the British Isles and more.
Among the new itineraries, three solar eclipse cruises will take place inAugust 2026, offering passengers a unique opportunity to observe this spectacular natural phenomenon from the sea.
“At Azamara Cruises, we always strive to deliver new and incredible experiences to our guests,” saidMichael Pawlus, Head of Itinerary Planning at Azamara Cruises. “The rare opportunity to include cruises for the 2026 solar eclipse is very exciting and we are delighted to offer such a unique offering.”
Additionally, Azamara Cruises will add five inaugural ports to the European lineup in 2026 – which are only accessible to small ships – and the launch of new pre- and post-cruise programs. These cruises will continue to offer more overnight and late night stays than any other cruise line, ensuring Azamara guests have time to truly experience the culture and communities of these extraordinary destinations without feeling rushed.
“Europecontinues to be a premier destination for us globally, so we are delighted to announce one of our largest European deployments to date,” Pawlus continued. “With three ships in the region from March toOctober 2026, we can offer our guests more options than ever before; taking them to less-traveled ports and hidden gem destinations and delivering new, immersive land-based experiences for the very first time.”
Solar Eclipse Cruises:
- August 2, 2026— 11-night Mediterranean cruise:Greece,TürkiyeAndItaly, Azamara Onward®
- August 7, 2026— 12-night intensive cruise in Ireland: Belfast,Dublinand Galaway, Azamara Quest®
- August 8, 2026— 18-night cruisein Icelandand in Canada:Reykjavik, Saint-Jean and Quebec, Azamara Journey®
Inaugural ports:
- Saranda,Albania
- Fredericia,Denmark
- Turku, Finland
- Chin,France
- Karlskrona,Suede
New land programs before and after cruise:
- Icelandic Highlands,Reykjavik, Iceland
- This 3-night program offers an immersive discovery of natural wondersof Iceland, including its world-famous waterfalls, hot springs and the country's remote highlands. Highlights include the magnificent Kerid Crater, the iconic Gullfoss waterfall and the colourful mountains and glaciers of the Kerlingarfjöll Highlands. Travelers will have the opportunity to further explore the central highlands with a guided hike along one of theIceland's most scenic and colorful trails: Hveradalir hike. Next, it will be a trip to the relaxing Secret Lagoon of Fludir before heading to Fridheimar, a popular lunch spot for locals and tourists alike, where guests will be welcomed by a family who will introduce them to their market greenhouse production and will feast on their famous all-you-can-eat tomato soup. The program ends with a visit to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Thingvellir National Park, famous for its place on the Golden Circle, as one of Iceland's three most popular natural attractions..Ancient Wonders of Egyptand Greece
- –Athens, GreeceThroughout this 3-night program, guests will explore the history and ancient civilizations ofEgyptand ofGreece
- . In CairoHighlights include the bustling Khan El Khalili Bazaar, the Grand Egyptian Museum and the Great Pyramids of Giza, followed by a dinner cruise on the Nile, accompanied by local entertainment. Once in AthensTravelers will have the opportunity to visit Cape Sounion to see the Temple of Poseidon, a must-visit for its historical ruins and panoramic views of the Aegean Sea. In addition, the program includes an orientation of the city of Athens, an authentic Greek dinner and traditional folk dancing, in one of the oldest taverns in Plaka, as well as an excursion to the Acropolis and the New Acropolis Museum.Azamara guests can take advantage of an early booking bonus, receiving 20 % off all 2026 summer cruises booked beforeOctober 3120204. To book, please visitazamara.com.In summer 2026, Azamara Pursuit® will embark on an exciting new itinerary that will see Azamara Cruises visit one of the world’s most unmissable destinations, renowned for its natural beauty and diverse wildlife. A further announcement will follow with more details in the coming weeks.About Azamara Cruises:
Azamara Cruises is a small-ship cruise line and leader in Destination Immersion® experiences. With a fleet of four intimately styled ships, Azamara Journey®, Azamara Quest®, Azamara Pursuit® and Azamara Onward®, the cruise line connects travelers to renowned ports around the world and smaller, hidden destinations. Azamara Cruises is committed to creating immersive experiences for guests throughExtended Destination Days(10 hours or more in port) for a more meaningful travel experience. With their deep understanding of hospitality and commitment to exceptional service, guests can experience an intimate hotel at sea.Always Azamara
customers can know what is
always included
; a variety of dining venues as well as room service, beverages including alcohol all day and night, gratuities and gratuities, exclusive cultural events and unlimited self-service laundry; and what is always expected when cruising with Azamara Cruises; no hassle, no crowds, unique and iconic destinations, overnight stays andextended destination days. In addition, customers can also enjoy exclusive loyalty member benefits through the Azamara Circle program. For more information, visitwww.azamara.com.SOURCE AzamaraRead more