Your cruise to the spellbinding hotspots of the Middle East starts from Dubai after an overnight stay on board. The city of superlatives dazzles with its fabulous beaches and a sea of skyscrapers. Visit sights such as the Burj Khalifa*, which at a height of 828 m (2,717 ft) is currently the world’s tallest building, and enjoy the amazing view of the sea of lights in the desert city from the observation deck on the 124th floor. The next day, you’ll reach one of the world’s most modern cities, Abu Dhabi. The Louvre Abu Dhabi* – the Arab world’s first universal museum – is well worth a visit. A wonderful sandy beach unfurls before your eyes on Sir Bani Yas, one of the eight desert islands. The island is a unique nature reserve and is not surpassed anywhere in the region. Enjoy some relaxed hours on the beach and take a refreshing dip in the sea. Your next stop takes you to a land of contrasts. The dry Qatar Peninsula, almost entirely covered in desert, is where ancient eastern traditions meet the futuristic skyline of Doha with its gleaming steel skyscrapers. Unbelievable sand dunes and interesting rock formations await you on an all-terrain vehicle adventure in the desert*. During your next stop in Khasab, enjoy the contrast of the impressive fjord landscape of the Musandam Peninsula as you drift by on board a traditional dhow*. Steep mountain faces and deep inlets have earned the region the nickname of the “Norway of Arabia”. With a little luck, you’ll be able to watch dolphins along the way. Get a feel for the ancient Arabian flair in the unspoilt centre of Muscat in Oman. Be swept along by the magical atmosphere on a city walk* to the museums, villa neighbourhoods and tangle of streets. The Grand Mosque with its impressive chandeliers and carpets will draw you into the fairy-tale world of the Arabian Nights. After a relaxed day at sea your cruise comes to a perfect end in Dubai.

* The itinerary depends on official approvals. The organised shore activities are not included in the cruise price and are in the planning stage. All shore activities may be cancelled at short notice, depending on the developments at the time of the cruise. The approval for independent shore visits may also be withdrawn in some destinations. We work closely with the local authorities and agencies in relation to this. Further information on this will be provided with the preliminary information.