Jack Creek 2026 Mediterranean Wine Cruise - RESERVATIONS OPENING SOON!

Wine Program Highlights
  • Cruise personally hosted by Jack Creek Cellars Winemaker and Owners, John & Shelly Lemstra
  • Exclusive onboard wine program including a welcome reception, wine tasting, and winemaker-paired dinner with Jack Creek Cellars wines
  • Food & Wine Trails optional bespoke wine-themed shore tours curated exclusively for Jack Creek Cellars guests
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Cruise Highlights:
  • Accommodations aboard the intimate 694-guest Azamara Journey
  • A variety of dining venues, including specialty restaurants Prime C and Aqualina
  • Beer, wine and spirits included all day & night
  • Complimentary Signature AzAmazing Evening
  • Shipboard gratuities included
  • Unlimited self-service laundry
  • Extended stays in many destinations

    The Mediterranean is a dream destination with sun-drenched coastlines, azure waters and vibrant cultures that come to life.  Join fellow Jack Creek Cellars wine enthusiasts and your cordial hosts aboard the intimate ship – Azamara Journey and immerse yourself in the charm of each port visited.  Sip and savor incredible Jack Creek Cellar wines during exclusive events onboard and ashore, curated exclusively with YOU in mind.

    Depart from the Greek capital of Athens, home of the Acropolis, the Parthenon and other ancient ruins before calling on the charming resort town of Cesme, Turkey.  Enjoy a full day in Crete, then it’s off to some of Italy’s most famous cities and islands, including Catania, Sorrento, Rome and Livorno – gateway to Tuscany!  Enjoy the French Riviera with its glamour, history and breathtaking coastal views.  On Spain’s Costa Brava, Palamos is known for its beaches, fishing port and relaxed atmosphere.  Prepare for a fond farewell and long-lasting memories as you arrive in your final port of vibrant Barcelona.

 

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  • Cruise Line

    Azamara

  • Ports of Call

    Athens to Barcelona

Experts

John & Shelly Lemstra

Winemaker & Owners, Jack Creek Cellars

Itinerary

Destination:  Mediterranean
To & From:  Athens to Barcelona
Dates: May 10 – 21, 2026
Length: 11 Nights
Ship: Azamara Journey

Important Note: Dates and times of onboard events are subject to change without notice

May 10
2026
Athens (Piraeus), Greece
Embark Ship
Depart 5:00 PM

F&WT Onboard Event: Jack Creek Cellars Welcome Reception 5:30 – 6:30PM

May 11
2026
Cesme, Turkey
Arrive 8:00 AM
Depart 8:00 PM
May 12
2026
Agios Nikolaos, (Crete), Greece
Arrive 8:00 AM
Depart 5:00 PM
May 13
2026
At Sea

F&WT Onboard Event: Jack Creek Cellars Wine Tasting

May 14
2026
Catania (Sicily), Italy
Arrive 8:00 AM
Depart 6:00 PM

SAVE THE DATE!  F&WT Optional Shore Tour – In Development.  Estimated release date: December 2025

May 15
2026
Sorrento, Italy
Arrive (Anchor) 8:00 AM
Depart 6:30 PM

F&WT Onboard Event: Jack Creek Cellars Winemaker’s Dinner 6:30PM

May 16
2026
Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy
Arrive 7:30 AM
Depart 7:30 PM
May 17
2026
Florence/Pisa (Livorno), Italy
Arrive 8:00 AM
Depart 8:00 PM

SAVE THE DATE! F&WT Optional “Super Tuscan Experience” Shore Tour.  Estimated release date: December 2025

May 18
2026
Nice, France
Arrive 8:00 AM
Depart 8:00 PM
May 19
2026
Provence (Marseille), France
Arrive 8:00 AM
Depart 8:00 PM

SAVE THE DATE! F&WT Optional “Chateauneuf du Pape” Shore Tour.  Estimated release date: December 2025

May 20
2026
Palamos, Spain
Arrive 8:00 AM
Depart 6:00 PM

F&WT Onboard Event: Jack Creek Cellars Farewell Reception 6:00 – 7:00PM

May 21
2026
Barcelona, Spain
Debark Ship AM

Per Person Pricing

Category Description:Double Occupancy
06 / Oceaview Stateroom$4,235
V2 / Veranda Stateroom$4,995
P3 / Veranda Plus Stateroom$5,335
N2 / Continent Suite$6,295

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Prices are per person based on double occupancy and include shipboard accommodations, most onboard meals, all surcharges, government taxes, limited travel management services and private wine program. Prices do not include airfare, airport transfers, F&WT optional land programs, or all items of a personal nature. F&WT reserves the right to correct pricing errors or omissions. Prices will not increase after you make full payment, except for charges resulting from increases in government-imposed taxes, fees or fuel surcharges.

About The Ship

Azamara Journey

Click here for ship’s deck plan

Welcome to your luxurious boutique hotel at sea, the Azamara Journey is a mid-sized ship with a deck plan that’s intimate but never crowded, and offers everything modern voyagers are looking for—plus some unexpected extras. Seven restaurants, cafes, and lounges, a refreshing pool, sun-drenched decks, a revitalizing spa…the list goes on.

Veranda Stateroom

Prime C

Aqualina

Windows Cafe

Mosaic Cafe

Pool Deck

Chefs Table

Terms & Conditions

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    Please note: Cruise escorts, experts scheduled to appear and onboard programming are subject to change with or without notice.