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A cruise to Dubai and the Emirates lets you travel from one world to another without ever leaving the sunshine. In Dubai, take in the larger-than-life Burj Khalifa, sprawling malls and the desert just outside the city. In Abu Dhabi, discover a more cultural, monumental atmosphere centered on the Louvre Abu Dhabi and the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. Then continue the experience with beaches, islands such as Sir Bani Yas, and ports of call including Doha, Muscat and the fjords of Khasab.
The destination effortlessly blends spectacular modernity, Middle Eastern culture, beach escapes and the pleasures of life on board, with options ranging from family-focused entertainment to more refined, immersive experiences.
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Dubai and Emirates
Itinerary : Piraieus, Rhodes, Limassol, Alexandria, Port Said, Suez Canal, Sokhna, Safaga, Sharm El Sheikh, Aqaba, Djedda, Muscat, Doha, Abu Dhabi, Dubai
Norwegian Sun
22 d
Inside Stateroom
Piraieus
09/05/2027
from
US$ 6,919
Itinerary : Piraieus, Heraklion, Haifa, Safaga, Sharm El Sheikh, Aqaba, Djedda, Salaalah, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Doha
Seven Seas Mariner
22 d
Suite
Piraieus
10/20/2027
from
US$ 13,640
Itinerary : Piraieus, Limassol, Haifa, Port Said, Safaga, Sharm El Sheikh, Aqaba, Djedda, Salaalah, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Doha
Seven Seas Explorer
22 d
Suite
Piraieus
10/21/2028
from
US$ 15,628
Itinerary : Dubai, Fujairah, Muscat, Salaalah, Djedda
Crystal Symphony
10 d
Ocean view Stateroom
Dubai
04/26/2028
from
US$ 6,152
Itinerary : Victoria - SC, La Digue, Curieuse, La Digue, Curieuse, Muscat, Khasab, Abu Dhabi, Sir Bani Yas Abu Dhabi, Dubai
EUROPA 2
14 d
Suite
Victoria - SC
11/26/2028
from
US$ 9,568
Itinerary : Doha, Dubai, Muscat, Salaalah, Djedda, Safaga, Sharm El Sheikh, Aqaba, Haifa, Santorini, Piraieus
Seven Seas Explorer
20 d
Suite
Doha
05/22/2028
from
US$ 11,180
Itinerary : Singapore, Phuket, Colombo, Male, Mumbai, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Doha
Seven Seas Explorer
17 d
Suite
Singapore
04/14/2028
from
US$ 12,410
Itinerary : Singapore, Port Kelang, Penang, Phuket, Colombo, Male, Kochi, Mangalore, Goa, Mumbai, Muscat, Dubai, Doha, Abu Dhabi
Seven Seas Splendor
23 d
Suite
Singapore
04/03/2027
from
US$ 19,828
Itinerary : Dubai, Fujairah, Muscat, Salaalah, Djedda, Aqaba, Safaga, Suez Canal, Alexandria, Chania, Katakolon, Syracuse (Sicily), Valetta, Tunis, Trapani, Lipari, Sorrento, Civitavecchia / Rome, Barcelona
Crystal Symphony
32 d
Ocean view Stateroom
Dubai
04/26/2028
from
US$ 21,532
Itinerary : Dubai, Fujairah, Muscat, Salaalah, Djedda, Aqaba, Safaga, Suez Canal, Alexandria, Chania, Katakolon, Syracuse (Sicily), Valetta, Tunis, Trapani, Lipari, Sorrento, Civitavecchia / Rome, Barcelona, Alicante, Motril, Ponta Delgada, Horta, Royal Naval Dockyard, Fort Lauderdale
Crystal Symphony
46 d
Ocean view Stateroom
Dubai
04/26/2028
from
US$ 27,093
Itinerary : Singapore, Port Kelang, Penang, Phuket, Port Blair, Hambantota, Colombo, Kochi, New mangalore, Mormugao, Mumbai, Khasab, Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Fujairah, Muscat, Salaalah, Djedda, Aqaba, Safaga, Suez Canal, Alexandria, Chania, Katakolon, Syracuse (Sicily), Valetta, Tunis, Trapani, Lipari, Sorrento, Civitavecchia / Rome, Barcelona, Alicante, Motril, Ponta Delgada, Horta, Royal Naval Dockyard, Fort Lauderdale
Crystal Symphony
66 d
Ocean view Stateroom
Singapore
04/06/2028
from
US$ 41,763
Dubai
Abu Dhabi
Sir Bani Yas
Dubai
Abu Dhabi
Sir Bani Yas
Dubai
Abu Dhabi
Sir Bani Yas
Doha, Qatar
Muscat (Oman)
Khasab (Oman)
Doha, Qatar
Muscat (Oman)
Khasab (Oman)
Doha, Qatar
Muscat (Oman)
Khasab (Oman)
Weather & swimming
Very hot. 32°C to 38°C during the day.
Expert advice
A transitional period. Prioritize air-conditioned cultural attractions (the Louvre, malls) in the middle of the day and visit the beaches early in the morning.
Weather & swimming
Extreme heat. 40°C to 45°C+. High humidity.
Expert advice
Not recommended. Most cruise lines reposition their ships to the Mediterranean during these months.
Weather & swimming
Ideal and clear. 24°C to 30°C during the day. Mild nights.
Expert advice
This is peak season. The weather is ideal for everything: desert excursions, relaxing on the beach and exploring cities on foot.
| Season | Weather & swimming | Expert advice |
|---|---|---|
April - May | Very hot. 32°C to 38°C during the day. | A transitional period. Prioritize air-conditioned cultural attractions (the Louvre, malls) in the middle of the day and visit the beaches early in the morning. |
June - September | Extreme heat. 40°C to 45°C+. High humidity. | Not recommended. Most cruise lines reposition their ships to the Mediterranean during these months. |
November - March Ideal and clear. 24°C to 30°C during the day. Mild nights. This is peak season. The weather is ideal for everything: desert excursions, relaxing on the beach and exploring cities on foot. | ||
Careful planning of your shore excursions is essential to experience all of the region's striking contrasts.
Dubai
The breathtaking view from the Burj Khalifa (the world's tallest building) or a stroll along the skyscraper-lined marina.
Abu Dhabi
The futuristic architecture of the Louvre Abu Dhabi, designed by Jean Nouvel, with its monumental dome filtering the "rain of light".
Doha
The impressive skyline of the West Bay business district—best photographed from the Museum of Islamic Art (MIA).
Dubai
The breathtaking view from the Burj Khalifa (the world's tallest building) or a stroll along the skyscraper-lined marina.
Abu Dhabi
The futuristic architecture of the Louvre Abu Dhabi, designed by Jean Nouvel, with its monumental dome filtering the "rain of light".
Doha
The impressive skyline of the West Bay business district—best photographed from the Museum of Islamic Art (MIA).
Abu Dhabi
The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, a masterpiece of Islamic art in white marble, gold and crystal.
Muscat
Mutrah Souq, one of the oldest markets in the Arab world, scented with Omani frankincense.
Doha
Souq Waqif, the beating heart of the capital, with its falconers, spice merchants and maze of alleys that comes alive in the evening.
Abu Dhabi
The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, a masterpiece of Islamic art in white marble, gold and crystal.
Muscat
Mutrah Souq, one of the oldest markets in the Arab world, scented with Omani frankincense.
Doha
Souq Waqif, the beating heart of the capital, with its falconers, spice merchants and maze of alleys that comes alive in the evening.
Sir Bani Yas
The Arabian Wildlife Park, established on an island to protect oryx, cheetahs and giraffes amid the sands.
The desert (Dubai/Abu Dhabi)
A sunset 4x4 ride (dune bashing) through the golden dunes of Al Badayer or Rub al-Khali.
Khasab (Oman)
The stark, rocky beauty of the fjords of the Musandam Peninsula, where arid mountains plunge directly into the sea.
Sir Bani Yas
The Arabian Wildlife Park, established on an island to protect oryx, cheetahs and giraffes amid the sands.
The desert (Dubai/Abu Dhabi)
A sunset 4x4 ride (dune bashing) through the golden dunes of Al Badayer or Rub al-Khali.
Khasab (Oman)
The stark, rocky beauty of the fjords of the Musandam Peninsula, where arid mountains plunge directly into the sea.
See Dubai at its grandest: skyline, fountains and Burj Khalifa
Travelers often remember Dubai for its striking contrast between the cruise port, skyscrapers and expansive urban spaces. The view from the Burj Khalifa, the fountains, and walks around Downtown or the marina often stand out as easy-to-enjoy highlights, especially at the end of the day when the city lights up.
From modern extravagance to souks and cultural landmarks
Traveler feedback often highlights Abu Dhabi, Doha or Muscat for a more relaxed experience that combines mosques, museums, souks and seaside walks. The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Souq Waqif and Mutrah Souq appeal to visitors because they add a more local, cultural dimension to the itinerary.
Escape to the desert, beaches and fjords of Arabia
Travelers also appreciate the moments when the cruise leaves the bustle of the big cities behind for more open landscapes. Whether it is a safari in the dunes, a beach day on Sir Bani Yas or sailing aboard a dhow in Khasab, reviews often mention the sand, sea, arid mountains and dolphins as welcome breaks during the trip.
Cross Dubai Creek by abra, between souks and bustling docks
In Dubai, travelers who want to move beyond the image of modern towers, malls and sweeping panoramas often remember crossing Dubai Creek by abra. The ride is short, but it offers a more tangible sense of the city, with wooden boats, bustling docks, small cargoes and arrival on the Deira side, near the Spice Souk and the Gold Souk.
Choose your fish at Mina Zayed and enjoy it freshly grilled
In Abu Dhabi, the Mina Zayed Fish Market is often mentioned as a more local break from the architecture-focused sights of Saadiyat or Yas Island. Travelers enjoy browsing the fish and shrimp stalls, choosing what they want to eat, then having it grilled or prepared at a nearby restaurant.
Explore Mutrah: fish market, souq and Corniche
In Muscat, travelers often enjoy Mutrah because everything is within easy reach: the fish market, the Corniche, the souq and white facades nestled between the sea and the mountains. The market offers a simple introduction to the city before visitors continue into the souq's lanes, where frankincense, silver and textiles evoke Omani identity.
Welcome to the land of petroleum.
The Middle East encompasses the region between the eastern shore of the Mediterranean and the borders of Pakistan, Iran and Afghanistan. The Middle East is a vast territory covering almost 7,300,000 square kilometers. This makes it the 7th largest geographical area in the world, in terms of surface area. In the popular imagination, the Middle East is far from being a tourist destination. But you'd be wrong. A cruise to the Middle East takes you to peaceful places, far removed from conflict zones. Made up of 98% land, including the desert, and barely 2% waterways, the Middle East seems at first sight to be an inhospitable territory. And yet, during your cruise stopover, you'll see that thanks to the oil windfall, the countries of the region have been able to tame the desert sands to create great metropolises that would make our Western cities green with envy. During your stopovers, you'll be fascinated by the ostentatious luxury that reigns in the cities of the Middle East, reminiscent of the excess and pomp that reigned in the courts of the caliphs and sultans of yore.
A cruise to the temples of excess
A cruise to the Middle East is always awe-inspiring, especially during a stopover in Dubai. A city where luxury seems commonplace, skyscrapers reach for the sky and souks are adorned with gold and silver. Among Dubai's most spectacular buildings is the Burj al-arab, a sail-shaped artificial island designed by Tom Wright. In Abu Dhabi, the other emblematic city of the United Arab Emirates, modern construction and tradition go hand in hand. The city's finest landmark is the 22,500 m² Sheikh Zayed Mosque, known as the Mosque of Records because it houses the world's largest chandelier and carpet. It took 10 years to complete this architectural masterpiece, in which marble takes pride of place. A cruise to the Middle East can also take in Egypt and its pyramids. Take advantage of this stopover to follow in the footsteps of the Pharaohs at Giza, or stroll through the El Gamil reserve or along the shores of Lake Manzala.
More traditional than its neighboring cities, Muscat, the capital of the Sultanate of Oman, is a haven of peace where the magic of the Orient remains intact. Take advantage of your stopover to lose yourself in the centuries-old walls that surround the city or stroll through the souks, where a festival of colors and scents awaits you. If you're feeling lost, let the noise of the crowds and the scent of spices and incense guide you. Before leaving Muscat, take a tour of the Bait Al Zubair, a private museum founded by the Zubair family and housing an impressive collection of jewelry, weapons and traditional costumes from the Sultanate of Oman. If you have enough time ashore, take a stroll to the Musandam cove, carved out of the limestone and offering an ideal diving spot to admire a wide variety of colorful underwater life. Some Oman cruises also include an excursion to the Wahibi dunes. This impromptu camel safari is the ideal opportunity to admire unique flora and fauna and share in the Bedouin way of life.
Aqaba, Jordan's only port, is another of the Middle East's cruise ports of call. Aqaba is the starting point for excursions to the Wadi Rum desert, but before you leave, don't miss a tour of the beautiful converted houses, such as those of Sharif Hussein Ben Ali. The Aqaba Archaeological Museum is also well worth a visit, with its rich collection of artefacts from the ancient Roman, Byzantine and Nabataean civilizations.
A cruise punctuated by sunshine
The sun often shines on a Middle East cruise. During the summer months, temperatures can become scorching, which can sometimes be inconvenient for visiting the sights of Arab cities. In spring, i.e. May, gardens are covered with flowers and temperatures are more bearable, making it the ideal time to plan a cruise to the Middle East. In autumn, too, temperatures in the Middle East are pleasant, and light rain often refreshes the atmosphere. If you want to enjoy the full splendor of Oman, the ideal time to plan your trip is winter. Temperatures are pleasant, between 27 and 30°C, allowing you to enjoy the pleasures of the water. This time of year is also ideal if you're planning a cruise through Israel's Jordan Valley. Even in winter, temperatures in this part of Israel remain mild and pleasant, while the rest of the country enjoys a dry climate punctuated by snowfall.
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