See the Middle East Come Alive

Traveling to the Middle East by cruise ship is the easiest, most economical way to explore the region. There are so many historical and storied ports on this cruises, including Alexandria, Oman, Suez, Port Said/Cairo, Dubai, and Abu Dhabi. You can even take a special Holy Land cruise.

You’ve seen photographs of these amazing Middle East destinations, but imagine seeing them up close and personal. The pyramids in Giza, the tranquil beaches of Abu Dhabi, and the luxurious and innovative feats of Dubai await. Just try and visit all 200 shops in the Mall of Emirates — which also boasts an indoor ski slope!

Fleets that offer incredible Middle East itineraries include Cunard, and Royal Caribbean, Costa, Regent Seven Seas, Seabourn, Oceania, Holland America, Princess, Azamara, Silversea, and Crystal.

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The Best of Dubai City Tour
$56

Travel through history on this tour that offers a close look at Dubai's past and present.

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Hop On Hop Off Abu Dhabi City Tour
$73

Explore at your own pace on this hop-on, hop-off tour that offers 24 hours of unlimited access to the best sights.

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Palm Jumeirah, Burj Al Arab & Dubai Mar...
$94

Why travel by land when you can travel by water? See the skyline from a whole new perspective on this fun cruise.

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Al Ain Garden City Tour
$77

See the top sights in Al Ain on this comprehensive tour. Experience attractions big and small throughout this exciting trek.

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Mussandam Sea Safari
$99

Embark on an exciting sea safari full of natural wonders on this full day tour in a traditional dhow.

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Dubai Highlights From Abu Dhabi Port
$77

See the passage of time & explore some of Dubai's historic districts and then marvel at its modern architecture.

 
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17 NIGHT MIDDLE EAST Cruise

Departing From: Singapore

Duration: 17 nights

Ship: Seabourn Encore (Ship Info)

Port of Call: Singapore, Port Klang (kuala Lumpur), Malaysia, Penang, Malaysia, Phuket, Thailand, Day At Sea, Day At Sea, Day At Sea, Galle, Sri Lanka, Colombo, Sri Lanka, Day At Sea, Day At Sea, Day At Sea, Day At Sea, Muscat, Oman, Day At Sea, Doha, Qatar, Sir Bani Yas Island, United Arab Emirates, Dubai, United Arab Emirates (View Itinerary)

Best For: Gourmet, Honeymoon, Luxury, Ocean Cruise, Romantic, Senior

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$8,179

as little as $481.00/night

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18 NIGHT MIDDLE EAST Cruise

Departing From: Dubai

Duration: 18 nights

Ship: Seabourn Encore (Ship Info)

Port of Call: Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Ras Al Khaimah, Uae, Day At Sea, Day At Sea, Salalah, Oman, Day At Sea, Day At Sea, Day At Sea, Day At Sea, Safaga, Egypt, Safaga, Egypt, Sharm El Sheik, Egypt, Aqaba (for Petra), Jordan, Day At Sea, Enter Suez Canal At Suez, Transit The Suez Canal, Exit Suez Canal At Port Said, Day At Sea, Rhodes, Greece, Agios Nikolaos, Crete, Greece, Piraeus (athens), Greece (View Itinerary)

Best For: Gourmet, Honeymoon, Luxury, Ocean Cruise, Romantic, Senior

Seabourn Cruise Line

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$8,314

as little as $462.00/night

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22 NIGHT MIDDLE EAST Cruise

Departing From: Istanbul

Duration: 22 nights

Ship: Oceania Vista (Ship Info)

Port of Call: Istanbul, Istanbul, Izmir, Santorini, Argostoli (cephalonia), Corfu, Dubrovnik, Kotor, Hvar, Koper, Trieste, Korcula, Split, Kotor, Igoumenitsa, Katakolon, Taormina (sicily), Amalfi/positano, Rome (civitavecchia), Ajaccio (corsica), Monte Carlo, Provence (marseille), Barcelona (View Itinerary)

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$10,299

as little as $468.00/night

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17 NIGHT MIDDLE EAST Cruise

Departing From: Cape Town

Duration: 17 nights

Ship: Seabourn Sojourn (Ship Info)

Port of Call: Cape Town, South Africa, Day At Sea, Day At Sea, Day At Sea, Maputo, Mozambique, Day At Sea, Day At Sea, Ilha De Mocambique, Mozambique, Day At Sea, Zanzibar, Tanzania, Zanzibar, Tanzania, Zanzibar, Tanzania, Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania, Day At Sea, Day At Sea, Day At Sea, Victoria, Mahe, Seychelles, Victoria, Mahe, Seychelles (View Itinerary)

Best For: Gourmet, Honeymoon, Luxury, Ocean Cruise, Romantic, Senior

Seabourn Cruise Line

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$10,659

as little as $627.00/night

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25 NIGHT MIDDLE EAST Cruise

Departing From: Dubai

Duration: 25 nights

Ship: Seabourn Encore (Ship Info)

Port of Call: Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Ras Al Khaimah, Uae, Day At Sea, Day At Sea, Salalah, Oman, Day At Sea, Day At Sea, Day At Sea, Day At Sea, Safaga, Egypt, Safaga, Egypt, Sharm El Sheik, Egypt, Aqaba (for Petra), Jordan, Day At Sea, Enter Suez Canal At Suez, Transit The Suez Canal, Exit Suez Canal At Port Said, Day At Sea, Rhodes, Greece, Agios Nikolaos, Crete, Greece, Piraeus (athens), Greece, Monemvasia, Greece, Katakolon (olympia), Greece, Day At Sea, Dubrovnik, Croatia, Hvar, Croatia, Rovinj, Croatia, Fusina (venice), Italy (View Itinerary)

Best For: Gourmet, Honeymoon, Luxury, Ocean Cruise, Romantic, Senior

Seabourn Cruise Line

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$11,494

as little as $460.00/night

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