10-Night France Intensive Voyage

10 nights from £2,319pp departing Saturday 6th Sep 2025

Itinerary

Map

					Arrive	Depart
	6th06	SepSep	202525	Portsmouth, England, embark on the Azamara Journey		17:00
Portsmouth is one of the most densely populated cities in Southern England, and is unusual as most of its built-up area occupies Portsea Island, linked to the mainland by road and rail bridges. Although there is a Roman fort at nearby Portchester, occupied later by the Saxons and Normans, there was no settlement on the site of Portsmouth at the time of the 1086 Domesday Book. The town developed in medieval times and received its first charter in 1194 from King Richard I; soon afterwards it became a major naval base. It has the world’s oldest dry dock, and is home to several famous ships, including HMS Victory, HMS Warrior and the Mary Rose, raised from the Solent in 1982. Portsmouth remains an important naval base and is home to a large proportion of the British service fleet. The waterfront area is now dominated by the Spinnaker Tower, 560 feet high, the United Kingdom’s tallest building outside London. Other things to see in the city include the house where Charles Dickens was born, and the City Museum, which contains a permanent exhibition devoted to another famous writer, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, who lived in the town.
	7th07	SepSep	202525	Rouen, France	13:00
	8th08	SepSep	202525	Rouen, France
	9th09	SepSep	202525	Rouen, France		20:00
	10th10	SepSep	202525	Honfleur, France	03:00	22:00
Honfleur, the most picturesque of the Côte Fleurie's seaside towns, is a time-burnished place with a surplus of half-timber houses and cobbled streets that are lined with a stunning selection of stylish boutiques. Much of its Renaissance architecture remains intact—especially around the 17th-century Vieux Bassin harbor, where the water is fronted on one side by two-story stone houses with low, sloping roofs and on the other by tall slate-topped houses with wooden facades. Maritime expeditions (including some of the first voyages to Canada) departed from here; later, Impressionists were inspired to capture it on canvas. But the town as a whole has become increasingly crowded since the Pont de Normandie opened in 1995. Providing a direct link with Upper Normandy, the world's sixth-largest cable-stayed bridge is supported by two concrete pylons taller than the Eiffel Tower and designed to resist winds of 257 kph (160 mph).
	11th11	SepSep	202525	Cherbourg, France	08:00	23:00
Originally a little fishing village, Cherbourg has developed into a historic port designed by Vauban. This was also a strategic naval port during the Napoleonic wars; there is a marina with over 1000 moorings. “Cap de la Hague” is to the West and the “Pointe de Barfleur” to the East. This port, which belongs to Normandy, is a region that has provided inspiration for countless artists and writers, and is the land of apple orchards and rolling farmland dotted with villages of half-timbered houses. Boasting a wealth of abbeys and châteaux, as well as a superb coastline, it offers something for everyone. Cherbourg was also the first stop of RMS Titanic after it left Southampton, England. On 19 June 1864, the naval engagement between USS Kearsarge and CSS Alabama took place off Cherbourg. The Battle of Cherbourg, fought in June 1944 following the Normandy Invasion, ended with the capture of Cherbourg on June 30.
	12th12	SepSep	202525	Saint-Malo, France	08:00	18:00
Thrust out into the sea and bound to the mainland only by tenuous man-made causeways, romantic St-Malo has built a reputation as a breeding ground for phenomenal sailors. Many were fishermen, but others—most notably Jacques Cartier, who claimed Canada for Francis I in 1534—were New World explorers. Still others were corsairs, "sea dogs" paid by the French crown to harass the Limeys across the Channel: legendary ones like Robert Surcouf and Duguay-Trouin helped make St-Malo rich through their pillaging, in the process earning it the nickname "the pirates' city." The St-Malo you see today isn’t quite the one they called home because a weeklong fire in 1944, kindled by retreating Nazis, wiped out nearly all of the old buildings. Restoration work was more painstaking than brilliant, but the narrow streets and granite houses of the Vieille Ville were satisfactorily recreated, enabling St-Malo to regain its role as a busy fishing port, seaside resort, and tourist destination. The ramparts that help define this city figuratively and literally are authentic, and the flames also spared houses along Rue de Pelicot in the Vieille Ville. Battalions of tourists invade this quaint part of town in summer, so arrive off-season if you want to avoid crowds.
	13th13	SepSep	202525	Brest, France	08:00	18:00
	14th14	SepSep	202525	La Rochelle, France	11:30	21:00
	15th15	SepSep	202525	Bordeaux, France	08:00
Bordeaux as a whole, rather than any particular points within it, is what you'll want to visit in order to understand why Victor Hugo described it as Versailles plus Antwerp, and why the painter Francisco de Goya, when exiled from his native Spain, chose it as his last home (he died here in 1828). The capital of southwest France and the region's largest city, Bordeaux remains synonymous with the wine trade: wine shippers have long maintained their headquarters along the banks of the Garonne, while buyers from around the world arrive for the huge biennial Vinexpo show (held in odd-number years).Bordeaux is, admittedly, a less exuberant city than many others in France, but lively and stylish elements are making a dent in its conservative veneer. The cleaned-up riverfront is said by some, after a bottle or two, to exude an elegance reminiscent of St. Petersburg, and that aura of 18th-century élan also permeates the historic downtown sector—“le vieux Bordeaux"—where fine shops invite exploration. To the south of the city center are old docklands undergoing renewal—one train station has now been transformed into a big multiplex movie theater—but the area is still a bit shady. To get a feel for the historic port of Bordeaux, take the 90-minute boat trip that leaves Quai Louis-XVIII every weekday afternoon, or the regular passenger ferry that plies the Garonne between Quai Richelieu and the Pont d'Aquitaine in summer. A nice time to stroll around the city center is the first Sunday of the month, when it's pedestrian-only and vehicles are banned.
	16th16	SepSep	202525	Bordeaux, France, disembark the Azamara Journey
Bordeaux as a whole, rather than any particular points within it, is what you'll want to visit in order to understand why Victor Hugo described it as Versailles plus Antwerp, and why the painter Francisco de Goya, when exiled from his native Spain, chose it as his last home (he died here in 1828). The capital of southwest France and the region's largest city, Bordeaux remains synonymous with the wine trade: wine shippers have long maintained their headquarters along the banks of the Garonne, while buyers from around the world arrive for the huge biennial Vinexpo show (held in odd-number years).Bordeaux is, admittedly, a less exuberant city than many others in France, but lively and stylish elements are making a dent in its conservative veneer. The cleaned-up riverfront is said by some, after a bottle or two, to exude an elegance reminiscent of St. Petersburg, and that aura of 18th-century élan also permeates the historic downtown sector—“le vieux Bordeaux"—where fine shops invite exploration. To the south of the city center are old docklands undergoing renewal—one train station has now been transformed into a big multiplex movie theater—but the area is still a bit shady. To get a feel for the historic port of Bordeaux, take the 90-minute boat trip that leaves Quai Louis-XVIII every weekday afternoon, or the regular passenger ferry that plies the Garonne between Quai Richelieu and the Pont d'Aquitaine in summer. A nice time to stroll around the city center is the first Sunday of the month, when it's pedestrian-only and vehicles are banned.

Azamara Journey

Launch Year

2000

Refit Year

2016

Tonnage

30,277

Capacity

690

Cabins

355

Accessible

Deck 11

Deck 6

Deck 7

Deck 8

Deck 9

Deck 10

Deck 4

Deck 5

The images shown are for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of what you find on the ship.

Club Continent Suite

Price guides

Grade Code		From	To
N2	Club Continent Suite (Deck 8, Aft)	£6,229	£6,229
N1	Club Continent Suite (Deck 8, Mid)	£6,329	£6,329

The Club Continents suites are our smaller suites, yet spacious and comfortable. These suites, too, are transformed with a completely new décor inspired by nature’s elements of water, sand, wood and stone. They feature two lower beds convertible to queen size, comfortable sitting area, a spacious, newly decorated bathroom – either with a bath tub or shower, large flat-screen TV, mini-bar, and plenty of other fine amenities. A wonderful and refined home away from home.

Features:

Two lower beds convertible to one queen size bed
Spacious and comfortable sitting area
55” flat-screen television in sitting area
Roomy bathroom with shower. Some also feature a tub.
Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors
Veranda
Mini-bar
Thermostat-controlled air conditioner
Direct-dial telephone with voice mail
Writing desk
In-room safe
Hand-held hair dryer
USB ports under bedside reading lamps

Complimentary Features:

Luxurious cotton bed linens with duvet
Terry bathrobes and slippers
24-hour room service
Fresh-cut flowers
Tote bag
Use of umbrella
Shoe shine-service
Turndown treats
Daily news bulletin
Complimentary Internet (240 minutes or 50% off the unlimited internet package)*
One free bag of laundry service per suite, each seven days*
Complimentary specialty dining

Club Interior Stateroom

Price guides

Grade Code		From	To
12	Club Interior Stateroom (Deck 4, Mid)	£2,319	£2,319
10	Club Interior Stateroom (Deck 7, Mid)	£2,419	£2,419
9	Club Interior Stateroom (Deck 8, Mid/Fwd)	£2,459	£2,459

Welcome to your vacation home with ocean views, sea breezes, and all the style and amenities of a boutique hotel. Relax with plush cotton robes and slippers, French bath products, fresh flowers, and 24-hour room service. Our goal is to make you comfortable so you can spend more time on important things. Like exploring the world.

Features:

Two lower beds convertible to one Queen size bed
40” flat-screen television
Mini-bar
Thermostat-controlled air conditioner
Direct-dial telephone with voice mail
Writing desk
In-room safe
Hand-held hairdryer
USB ports under bedside reading lamps

Complimentary Features:

Luxurious cotton bed linens with duvet
Terry bathrobes and slippers
24-hour room service
Fresh-cut flowers
Tote bag
Use of umbrella
Shoe shine-service
Turndown treats
Daily news bulletin

Club Ocean Suite

Price guides

Grade Code		From	To
CO	Club Ocean Suite	£8,629	£8,629

When you step inside your Club Ocean Suite, you step inside a large suite with elegant, contemporary décor. These suites feature new furnishings and wallpaper, plush carpeting, writings desks and more. With a large living room and a separate bedroom, and floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors that open to your own private veranda, your suite will be a wonderful respite from your many experiences on land. Marble master bath and dressing room with vanity make it easy and comfortable to get ready for the day—or for an evening dinner out. Large flat-screen television, mini-bar, and other fine amenities add to the comfort of the suite. You’ll be spoiled by the attention to detail in these beautiful suites, and of course, all the pampering, too.

Features:

Spacious living room with a separate master bedroom
Master bedroom with one queen size bed and a 55” flat-screen television
55” flat-screen television in living room
Marble master bathroom with shower. Journey and Quest suites feature a tub.
Dressing room with vanity and ample closet space
Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors in living room and master bedroom
Spacious 233 sq.ft. (21.7 sq.m.) veranda
Mini-bar
Thermostat-controlled air conditioner
Direct-dial telephone with voice mail
Writing desk
In-room safe
Hand-held hair dryer

Complimentary Features:

Luxurious cotton bed linens with duvet
Terry bathrobes and slippers
24-hour room service
Fresh-cut flowers
Tote bag
Use of umbrella
Shoe shine-service
Turndown treats
Daily news bulletin
Complimentary Internet (240 minutes or 100% off the unlimited internet package)
One free bag of laundry service per suite, each seven days*
Complimentary specialty dining

Club World Owner Suite

Price guides

Grade Code		From	To
CW	Club World Owner's Suite	£9,099	£9,099

Our largest suites have been transformed to feature contemporary design elements that create an elegant and organic feel. The design draws inspiration from nature—a sandy cliff, flowing river beds, exquisite white sand beaches, and rustling grasses.

These luxurious accommodations feature a large living room with a separate bedroom, floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors that open to your own private veranda, marble master bath, large flat-screen television, mini-bar, and many other amenities. Enjoy everything our Club Owner’s Suites have to offer, and of course, all of the pampering that comes with them.

Features:

Spacious living room with a separate master bedroom
Master bedroom with one queen size bed and a 40” flat-screen television
55” flat-screen television in living room
Marble master bathroom with shower. Journey and Quest suites feature a tub.
Dressing room with vanity and ample closet space
Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors in living room and master bedroom
Spacious 233 sq.ft. (21.7 sq.m.) veranda
Mini-bar
Thermostat-controlled air conditioner
Direct-dial telephone with voice mail
Writing desk
In-room safe
Hand-held hair dryer

Complimentary Features:

Luxurious cotton bed linens with duvet
Terry bathrobes and slippers
24-hour room service
Fresh-cut flowers
Tote bag
Use of umbrella
Shoe shine-service
Turndown treats
Daily news bulletin
Complimentary Internet (240 minutes or 100% off the unlimited internet package)
One free bag of laundry service per suite, each seven days*
Complementary specialty dining

The images shown are for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of what you find on the ship.

Aqualina

At Aqualina, you’ll find some of Italy’s most authentic dishes. Pastas made from scratch, traditional and authentic recipes, and scrumptious vegetarian dishes that make sure there’s something for everyone. Savor a traditional Spaghetti Bolognese, enjoy a classic Antipasti or a hearty Fisherman’s Soup or an Eggplant Parmesan to a Rigatoni Pomodoro with fresh veggies. You won’t be able to say no to our famous desserts: Sorrento lemon liqueur mousse, hazelnut chocolate soufflé and more. Our chefs love to be inspired, so after an on-shore visit to a local market, you can also expect a delectable dish so local, you’ll feel like you’re not onboard anymore.

Specialty dining is complimentary for suite guests. For others, there is a $30 per-person cover. Reservations are highly recommended.

Discoveries Restaurant

Discover the world through dishes and flavors from the places we visit. Whether it’s our Destination Immersion dinner buffet or the Destination Immersion cuisine on our dinner menu, give your dining a little local flavor and enjoy on shore tastes onboard! Of course, you will also enjoy a wide variety of nightly selections such as filet mignon with black truffle sauce. With its elegant yet lively dining and renewed décor, it’s easy to see why this restaurant is a hands-down favorite, the culinary heart of our ships. Gather at Discoveries Bar for drinks before or after dinner.

Reservations are not accepted. Choose being seated at a table for two or as part of a larger group of fellow guests (which we highly recommend! It’s a great way to meet new people).

Mosaic Cafe

Casual “pool grill” by day. Then, fine tablecloths and flickering candles will set the mood for a sit-down al fresco dining experience by night. Taste your way around the world with exclusive personalized dishes using local flavors of the places we visit on our Destination Immersion® cuisine dinner menu served by our professional wait staff. And for a little touch of whimsy, a self-serve frozen yogurt station—Swirl & Top. With a variety of flavors and your choice of toppings, it’s the perfect way to cool off during the day or end your evening meal.

Prime C

Steaks cooked to perfection. Crab cakes with remoulade. Lobster bisque. Lamb, game hens and seafood. And last but certainly not least, our famous mini cinnamon-sugar donuts with dipping sauces for dessert. (Yes, they are as good as they sound.) But at Prime C, you’re in for more than an array of delectable dining. Expect a marvelous evening in a warm wood-paneled ambiance with stunning views and lush décor. And, if our chef has made a visit to a local market while we’re in port, you’ll also have an authentic local dish to look forward to, made just for you.

Specialty dining is complimentary for suite guests. For others, there is a $30 per-person cover. Reservations are highly recommended.

The Wine Cellar

You’ll be hard-pressed to find such a collection of limited production, small label and rare vintage wines anywhere on the high seas! And with vintages from France to California, and Argentina to South Africa, you’re sure to find a wine to suit your palate. And your journey. Our knowledgeable sommeliers can help you pick the perfect wines for your evening meal—and your voyage!—and be sure to join our Wine Corner gatherings in the Mosaic Café, perfect for discovering and enjoying new wines and benefiting from the thoughtful guidance of our sommelier.

Windows Café

The best way to see where you are in the world is not by looking at your itinerary. It’s by checking out the menu at Windows Café! Our daily themed dinner often takes its inspiration from the region we’re visiting—Indian, Mexican, Spanish, Italian. We also create an extra live station made from local ingredients purchased in port: Greek salad made with local feta (Greece), pasta prepared with local mushrooms (Italy), fresh Mussels served with garlic bread (Netherlands). Take in the fresh breeze at an outdoor table and relax in the easy and casual atmosphere of the newly renovated Windows Café. Enjoy an intimate breakfast, lunch, or dinner for two or a lively meal for six with our flexible seating options. And speaking of choices, selections change daily. Choose from fresh sushi, stir-fry and pasta, salads, smoked lox and other cold fish, a carving station and of course, desserts.

The images shown are for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of what you find on the ship.

Drawing Room

This library is one of the quiet jewels of Azamara, a peaceful and beautifully appointed space for reading or relaxing after dinner. Browse the collection and feel free to borrow the library books. Or simply relax in the tranquil atmosphere. But the library goes beyond just paper, they have interactive digital tabletops so you can make your own postcards and post to social media to share your adventures with the folks back home. The library is also home to their impressive Inspiration Center—a digital way to explore the world with Azamara and gain inspiration for your next voyage.

The Drawing Room turns into a gorgeous dining room on the evening of the elegant Best of the Best dinner for Owner’s Suite guests.

The Living Room

The idea of the Living Room is just that. It’s the perfect space for guests throughout the day and evening to engage in lively conversations, take in interesting speakers, peruse art, play a game of cards, enjoy a cup of tea or coffee, wines & tapas, delightful music, or simply relax with a good book.

Card Room & In Touch

On the starboard side of the Living Room, guests will find the Card Room for those who love a round of Bridge or other games. Four computers and interactive table tops are available for guest use during the voyage.

The images shown are for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of what you find on the ship.

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	10 nights aboard the Azamara Journey
	AzAmazing Evenings event on voyages over 7 nights
	Pre-Paid Gratuities
	Select standard spirits, international beers & wines
	Free bottled water, soft drinks, specialty coffees & teas
	Concierge services for personal guidance & reservations
	Free self-service laundry
	Shuttle service to & from port where available
	English Butler Service for suite Guests
	Port Taxes and Fees
	ABTA and ATOL Protection*

Interior staterooms from		£2,319pp
9	Club Interior Stateroom (Deck 8, Mid/Fwd)	£2,459pp
10	Club Interior Stateroom (Deck 7, Mid)	£2,419pp
12	Club Interior Stateroom (Deck 4, Mid)	£2,319pp

Oceanview staterooms from		£2,589pp
4	Club Oceanview Stateroom (Deck 6, Fwd)	£2,729pp
5	Club Oceanview Stateroom (Deck 4, Mid)	£2,679pp
6	Club Oceanview Stateroom (Deck 4, Fwd)	£2,629pp
8	Club Oceanview Stateroom (Deck 6, Obstructed)	£2,589pp

Balcony staterooms from		£2,999pp
V1	Club Veranda Stateroom (Deck 4)	£3,109pp
V2	Club Veranda Stateroom (Deck 7)	£3,059pp
V3	Club Veranda Stateroom (Deck 6)	£2,999pp
P1	Club Veranda Plus Stateroom (Decks 6,7,8, Aft/Fwd)	£3,369pp
P2	Club Veranda Plus Stateroom (Deck 8, Mid)	£3,309pp
P3	Club Veranda Plus Stateroom (Deck 8, Fwd)	£3,249pp

Suite staterooms from		£6,229pp
N1	Club Continent Suite (Deck 8, Mid)	£6,329pp
N2	Club Continent Suite (Deck 8, Aft)	£6,229pp
SP	Club Spa Suite	£7,979pp
CO	Club Ocean Suite	£8,629pp
CW	Club World Owner's Suite	£9,099pp