Eastern Mediterranean

  • 8th May 2025
  • 7 Nights
  • Malta
  • Azura
P&O Cruises

Inside price from

£849*/per person

Balcony price from

£1,099*/per person

Outside price from

£879*/per person

Suite price from

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* based on twinshare stateroom

Your itinerary

  • Malta
  • At Sea
  • Athens
  • Kusadasi
  • Rhodes
  • Heraklion
  • At Sea
  • Malta
Day 1

8th May '25

Malta
An island with a rare distinction, Malta is the only place to have been awarded the George Cross for valour. Described by Sir Walter Scott as ‘the city built by gentlemen for gentlemen’, its capital, Valletta, is a beautifully preserved 16 th century walled city. Today, its imposing Grand Harbour bears witness to the Crusaders and Knights Templar who built here on their way to and from the holy land. For the best views of the city, take to the waterways in a ‘dghajjes’ or ‘barkloris’, a traditional Maltese boat. More
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Day 2

9th May '25

At Sea
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Day 3

10th May '25

Athens
The Acropolis – ‘High City’ – will always be the top attraction from Athens cruise port Piraeus. With its 2,500-year-old Parthenon, temple to Poseidon and Athena, Odeon of Herodes Atticus and Theatre of Dionysus, it quite literally stands out as an oasis of calm in the frenetic Greek capital. As part of the major revamp the city had for the 2004 Olympics, 400 modern buildings were cleared from the ancient meeting place next to the Acropolis, the Agora, which was then restored and linked by walkways to the Acropolis, Hadrians Arch, the Academy of Plato and the Monastery of Daphne. Other nearby ancient sites include the Roman Tower of the Winds and the Hill of the Muses where Socrates is said to have drunk hemlock. Below the Acropolis is the fun place to shop or barter, eat moussaka or Greek salad, drink wine or ouzo and, of course, to people-watch: the 3,000-year-old Plaka. More
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Day 4

11th May '25

Kusadasi
Now a popular Turkish cruise port, Kusadasi was once a sleepy fishing village until the extraordinary ruins of the ancient city of Ephesus were discovered nearby. Rivalling Pompeii, these are a must-see but try to find the time to explore pretty Kusadasi and discover Kaleici, its charming old quarter, which lies close to the cruise port. More
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Day 5

12th May '25

Rhodes
You will feel as though you have stepped back in time when you cruise right up to Rhodes’ magnificent walled Old Town – the largest inhabited medieval town in the whole of Europe. This magnificent place has made the island the most popular tourist destination in the Dodecanese. Look beyond the souvenir shops to its fabulous historic buildings, atmospheric cobbled streets and picturesque terraced restaurants and it is easy to see why. The major sights are easily discovered on foot – visit the 14th century Palace of the Grand Masters and Hospital of the Knights of St John, the pink-domed, 16th century Mosque of Suleyman and the Byzantine Museum, housed in an 11th century church. Make time, too, to browse the Turkish Market on Soukratos Street where you will find a cornucopia of stalls selling rugs, ceramics, jewellery and bric a brac which is great fun if you enjoy a good haggle. More
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Day 6

13th May '25

Heraklion
The proud city of Heraklion is the modern capital of Crete, largest and most ruggedly beautiful of the Greek Isles. Just along the coast, you’ll find the scrupulously renovated remains of Knossos, the Palace of King Minos and the island’s capital under the Minoans. Here, the endless maze of salons, staircases and courtyards gave rise to the legend of the Labyrinth, housing the evil Minotaur at its heart. See the legend come vividly to life! More
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Day 7

14th May '25

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Day 8

15th May '25

Malta
An island with a rare distinction, Malta is the only place to have been awarded the George Cross for valour. Described by Sir Walter Scott as ‘the city built by gentlemen for gentlemen’, its capital, Valletta, is a beautifully preserved 16 th century walled city. Today, its imposing Grand Harbour bears witness to the Crusaders and Knights Templar who built here on their way to and from the holy land. For the best views of the city, take to the waterways in a ‘dghajjes’ or ‘barkloris’, a traditional Maltese boat. More
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Your ship - The Azura

Family friendly – Azura offers the perfect balance, bringing the opportunity to enjoy quality time together as well as time separately. From hassle-free meal times to carefree days out, we really have got it all covered.

Family friendly – Azura offers the perfect balance, bringing the opportunity to enjoy quality time together as well as time separately. From hassle-free meal times to carefree days out, we really have got it all covered.

Karmala Room
Photo Gallery
Reception

Gym
Ocean View Gymnasium
Sports Court

Health Club
Oasis Spa
The Retreat
Thermal Suite
Whirlpool

Deck Quoits
Golf Nets
Shuffle Board

Aqua Bar
Breakers Bar
Chic Restaurant
Glass House
Malabar
Manhattan
Oriental Restaurant
Peninsular Restaurant
Pizzeria
Poolside Grill
Poolside Pizzeria
Sabatini’s Italian Trattoria
Terrace Bar
The Atrium
The Blue Bar
The Planet Bar
The Playhouse

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Family friendly – Azura offers the perfect balance, bringing the opportunity to enjoy quality time together as well as time separately. From hassle-free meal times to carefree days out, we really have got it all covered.

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Karmala Room
Photo Gallery
Reception

Fitness

Gym
Ocean View Gymnasium
Sports Court

Relaxation

Health Club
Oasis Spa
The Retreat
Thermal Suite
Whirlpool

Recreational

Deck Quoits
Golf Nets
Shuffle Board

Food and Drink

Aqua Bar
Breakers Bar
Chic Restaurant
Glass House
Malabar
Manhattan
Oriental Restaurant
Peninsular Restaurant
Pizzeria
Poolside Grill
Poolside Pizzeria
Sabatini’s Italian Trattoria
Terrace Bar
The Atrium
The Blue Bar
The Planet Bar
The Playhouse

Staterooms

balcony

Approximately 221-421 sq. ft. There’s nothing quite like opening your patio style doors on ... to your own private balcony, especially to take in the fresh morning air or to enjoy a spectacular sail in to your next destination.

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suite

Approximately 449-451 sq. ft. The ultimate in luxury, our butler-serviced Suites offer the extra ... space of a lounge area (perfect for entertaining), a superior bathroom, dressing area and a broad balcony to take in the sights.

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outside

Approximately 130 sq. ft. If a balcony is not top of your list, but you’re seeking great v ... alue and a sea view, then our Sea view cabins are ideal. Well designed and with all those little extras.

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inside

Approximately 130 sq. ft. These spacious cabins are perfect if you want a more economical way to ... travel and prefer to be out and about experiencing the ship or reclining up on deck by the pools.

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