Middle East Cruise Destination Guide

Mosques and skyscrapers, a crystal-clea sea, white beaches and deserts, ancient cultures and up-to-the-minute shopping - Dubai is all this and much more.

A cruise to and around Dubai & The United Arab Emirates, is a holiday with not just sun and sea, but also all the excitement of discovering a place that offers an unusual and stunning mix of ancient and modern, tradtion and progress.

The heart of most cruises to the Middle East is Dubai, one of the most exclusive cities in the world. A different landscape is Oman, with a visit to Muscat, the capital, surrounded by splendid ancient walls.

From Fujayrah you can discover the desert, with its mysterious landscapes of red dunes and rock, and where you can visit traditional stone houses and small villages. Many cruises will then head for the capital of the Emirates, Abu Dhabi, a modern city yet still retaining its ancient traditions, it is best seen in the old souk and rhe Bastakia quarter.

As well as the beautiful coastline, the emirate of Abu Dhabi also has a vast inland area, with the enchanting oases of Al Jiwa and Buraimi.

Cruises nearly almost visit Bahrain, where ancient and modern blend in harmony, offering unforgettable contrasts.

If you are looking to match the luxury of six star hotels in Dubai with a cruise around the Emirates, then please call Kathy at Save'n'Sail who has sailed with six star luxury cruise line Silversea. Silversea cruises to Dubai and the Middle East open up a whole host of opportunities including Rolls Royce transfers to/from your ship and hotel or airport...in fact - anything is possible.The world is your oyster.

Excursion highlights for a Middle East cruise. - (Taken from Costa Cruises brochure)

• Cultural your of Dubai. Visit to the Jumeirah Mosque and the old Al-Bastakia area of Dubai with the characteristic wind towers. Duration 4hrs
• Muscat dolphin watching. Spend the afternoon following dolphins by speedboat at Marina Bander. Duration 12hrs
• Mountain safari. Experience a Mountain Safari that takes you through the Hajjar mountain range all the way to the East Coast. Duration 4hrs
• Abu Dhabi city tour. City tour including the spectacular Corniche and Heritage Village. Duration 4hrs
• Wonderful Bahrain. Cultural tour including visit to the Al Fateh Mosque, the larget in Bahrain. Duration 4hrs
• 4x4 Dune Safari. Experience the 4-WD dune safari, including a sumtuous Arabian-style barbecue. Duration 4hrs

Call the team at The Cruise Village on 0844 736 9370 to discuss your cruise holiday to the Middle East.

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