Azamara Onward, 21 Night Ancient Reflections Voyage ex Dubai, UAE to Istanbul, Turkey

Explore this 21-night Ancient Reflections Voyage sailing from DUBAI to ISTANBUL on Apr 28 2026

Dubai, United Arab Emirates
A striking collection of styles, everything in Dubai is the biggest and first of its kind, including manmade islands shaped like palm trees and the world’s largest shopping mall and first underwater hotel.

At Sea
Spend the day sailing in style aboard your boutique hotel at sea. Indulge in a treatment at Sanctum Spa, stay ship shape with a class at our fitness center, or lounge the day away on our sunny pool deck.In the evening, savor inspired Italian cuisine at Aqualina, or relish in a classic steakhouse experience at Prime C. Plus, you’ll find plenty of exciting evening entertainment, from thrilling shows at Cabaret Lounge to intimate performances in the Living Room.

Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
Discover ancient-meets-cosmopolitan Jeddah. This coastal metropolis is known as the “Mermaid of the Red Sea,” welcoming visitors with 7th-century UNESCO-listed historic districts, a buzzing waterfront promenade, luxury shopping, state-of-the-art architecture, and fine dining.

At Sea
Spend the day sailing in style aboard your boutique hotel at sea. Indulge in a treatment at Sanctum Spa, stay ship shape with a class at our fitness center, or lounge the day away on our sunny pool deck.In the evening, savor inspired Italian cuisine at Aqualina, or relish in a classic steakhouse experience at Prime C. Plus, you’ll find plenty of exciting evening entertainment, from thrilling shows at Cabaret Lounge to intimate performances in the Living Room.

Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt
On the tip of southern Sinai can be found some of the world’s most spectacular underwater scenery, where crystalline water, rare and dazzling corals and exotic fish have put Sharm el Sheikh on the map.

Aqaba, Jordan
The warm, tranquil waters of the Red Sea make Aqaba a prime attraction for snorkelers and divers, but even more awe-inspiring is the ancient city of Petra, carved into dusky pink rock more than 2,000 years ago.

Safaga, Egypt
Egypt’s Safaga is a gateway to the fabulous ancient temples of Luxor, with their massive columns and statues and intriguing hieroglyphics, as well as the Pharonic tombs in the Valleys of Kings and Queens. 

Sokhna, Egypt
This state-of-the-art port is a striking contrast to the wonders of antiquity you will find in Cairo, where the city of Suez unfolds in layers, beginning with the Great Pyramids of Giza and the Egyptian Museum.

Suez Canal (passage), Egypt
Experience the breathtaking illusion of sailing through oceans of desert sand as you cruise the 100-mile Suez Canal, the engineering marvel completed in 1869 and connecting the Mediterranean and Red Seas.

Jerusalem (ashdod), Israel
Regardless of your faith, philosophy or grasp of ancient history, you cannot fail to be awed by the holy city of Jerusalem and its many shrines, including the Western Wall, the Temple Mount and Via Dolorosa. 

Haifa, Israel
Haifa is a modern city and seaport on the slopes of Mount Carme,l and an excellent base for visiting biblical and archaeological sites like the Galilee, Nazareth, the River Jordan and the city of Safed.

At Sea
Spend the day sailing in style aboard your boutique hotel at sea. Indulge in a treatment at Sanctum Spa, stay ship shape with a class at our fitness center, or lounge the day away on our sunny pool deck.In the evening, savor inspired Italian cuisine at Aqualina, or relish in a classic steakhouse experience at Prime C. Plus, you’ll find plenty of exciting evening entertainment, from thrilling shows at Cabaret Lounge to intimate performances in the Living Room.

Bodrum, Turkey
As the site of the ancient city of Halikarnassus (and one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World), Bodrum’s ties to the past are evident everywhere; but there are plenty of modern-day pleasures, too.

Ephesus (kusadasi), Turkey
Kusadasi is your port to the age-old civilization of Ephesus, once the second largest metropolitan area in the Roman Empire, and famed for the Temple of Artemis, one of the wonders of the ancient world.

At Sea
Spend the day sailing in style aboard your boutique hotel at sea. Indulge in a treatment at Sanctum Spa, stay ship shape with a class at our fitness center, or lounge the day away on our sunny pool deck.In the evening, savor inspired Italian cuisine at Aqualina, or relish in a classic steakhouse experience at Prime C. Plus, you’ll find plenty of exciting evening entertainment, from thrilling shows at Cabaret Lounge to intimate performances in the Living Room.

Istanbul, Turkey
Istanbul is exotic, warmly welcoming and unique – after all, where else can you tour Europe and Asia on the very same afternoon? – with must sees that include Hagia Sophia, Topkapi and the Grand Bazaar.

Azamara Onward will join the brand’s existing fleet: Azamara Pursuit®, Azamara Journey®, and Azamara Quest®. The newly purchased vessel, currently docked in Civitavecchia, will receive an extensive renovation to reflect the Azamara brand. Azamara Onward is scheduled to sail for its inaugural season around Europe in 2022.

At Azamara, we continue our efforts to be the world's top up-market cruise line.

As such, we are committed to providing you with unparalleled service; the finest dining at sea; a glorious spa and wellness retreat, and innovations such as Destination Immersion® experiences.

With our hallmark of stay longer, experience moreSM, we'll not only take you to awe-inspiring destinations, but also give you more time to fall in love with them.

INCLUSIVE AMENITIES
*Complimentary AzAmazing EveningsSM event (on most voyages)
*Select standard spirits, international beers and wines
*Gratuities
*Bottled water, soft drinks, specialty coffees and teas
*Self-service laundry
*Shuttle service to and from port communities, where available
*Concierge services for personal guidance and reservations