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Desert Days Doha - 7 Nights
Indulge in an unforgettable voyage through the mesmerizing Arabian Gulf, where Arabian hospitality meets unrivalled luxury, featuring two full days and an overnight stay in Dubai, with longer stays in all destinations. Set sail onboard the Celestyal Journey as we set off from the vibrant city of Doha to the opulent metropolis of Dubai. Shop and explore on your overnight stay in Dubai before taking a safari to observe some of Arabia’s dazzling and varied wildlife on Sir Bani Yas Island. Sail on to discover the grandeur of Abu Dhabi and the fascinating archipelagos of Bahrain, before returning to captivating Doha to explore more of what Qatar has to offer.
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Cruise itinerary
At-a-Glance Itinerary
Doha
(Qatar)
Immerse yourself in the vibrant blend of tradition and modernity as you begin your journey from the dazzling city of Doha. As the departure port for your 7 Night Persian Odyssey around the Arabian Gulf, Doha sets the stage for an unforgettable adventure, where Arabian hospitality and luxury await. With its gleaming skyscrapers, bustling souks, and stunning waterfront promenades, Doha is a destination that will captivate your senses. Discover the rich culture and heritage of Qatar as you explore its magnificent museums, stroll along the Corniche, and indulge in exquisite cuisine.
At
Sea
A day at sea gives you the opportunity to explore the ship’s array of amenities, take full advantage of the onboard activities and indulge in our chef’s exquisite cuisine. Kick back and soak up the sun as we treat you to drinks from the bar. Alternatively, why not participate in handicrafts, language lessons, traditional dancing, games or exercise. There’s plenty to do.
Dubai
(UAE)
Cutting-edge architecture. Luxury hotels. Fast cars. Designer shops. Immerse yourself in the lifestyle of the rich and famous in the iconic port of Dubai. Step into a scene where the world’s tallest building kisses the sky, while bustling souks offer a treasure trove of wonders from exotic spices to statement jewellery. Get ready to haggle as you navigate through vibrant streets, and let the allure of this desert oasis captivate your senses.
Sir
Bani Yas Island (UAE)
Go wild for this island oasis, where nature and luxury intertwine on the shores of the Arabian Gulf. One of the eight desert islands of Al Dhafra, it offers a unique escape where you can get up close to thousands of free-roaming animals at the Arabian Wildlife Park, including gazelles, hyenas and cheetahs. Explore the island’s heritage sites or head to one of its pristine beaches: perfect for sunbathing, snorkelling, or, in the case of Al Yamm beach, watching flamingos in a nearby lagoon. This truly is a nature lover’s paradise.
Abu
Dhabi (UAE)
Discover the majestic allure of Abu Dhabi, the capital of the UAE. Set on an island and connected to the mainland by a series of bridges, this opulent oasis presents a striking tableau of spectacular architecture and serene shorelines. An ideal destination for basking in the warm winter sun, its beautiful beaches give way to luxurious waterfront hospitality and a rich tapestry of cultural landmarks. Experience an irresistible blend of tradition and innovation, with a day of exploration like no other.
Khalifa
Bin Salman (Bahrain)
Nestled in the heart of the Arabian Gulf, Bahrain beckons with its blend of tradition and modern. As your cruise ship docks at Khalifa Bin Salman port, you’ll find yourself stepping into a world where history meets luxury. Explore the vibrant streets lined with bustling souks, where the aroma of exotic spices fills the air. Immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage as you wander through ancient forts and visit the mesmerizing Bahrain National Museum. Indulge in the exquisite flavors of local cuisine and unwind on pristine beaches. Bahrain promises an unforgettable adventure for the discerning traveler.
Doha
(Qatar)
Step off your cruise and into multicultural Doha, where tradition and innovation go hand in hand. Stock up on spices in the souks, or indulge in a spot of retail therapy at one of the city’s shopping malls. Marvel at the city skyline with its futuristic skyscrapers as you take a stroll along the Corniche. And feast on cuisines from around the world at one of the many lively waterfront cafes and restaurants.
Amazing excursions carefully curated
PANORAMIC DUBROVNIK, VILLAGE LIFE & WINE
DBV-04 Learn MoreTHE GAME OF THRONES LOCATIONS TOUR
DBV-05 Learn More
IGOR’S MAGICAL RECYCLED SCRAP ART
DBV-06 Learn More DUBROVNIK FOOD ON FOOT
DBV-07 Learn More CRAFTING YOUR OWN GIN
DBV-08 Learn MoreINDULGE YOUR PASSION FOR WINE
KEF-01 Learn MoreDISCOVER A FAIRYTALE TOWN
BAR-01 Learn MoreDISCOVER THE BEST OF KEFALONIA
KEF-02 Learn MoreSEE THE REAL-LIFE RELICS OF SANTA CLAUS
BAR-02 Learn MoreTHE EVER GREEN ISLAND OF CORFU – ACHILLION, KANONI, THE TOWN
CRF-01 Learn MoreUNVEIL THE WONDERS OF KEFALONIA
KEF-03 Learn MoreBE DAZZLED BY THE WHITE CITY
BAR-03 Learn MoreCOOL CAVES AND A CLIFFTOP TOWN
BAR-04 Learn MorePALEOKASTRITSA – NATURAL BEAUTY AND BYZANTINE PRESENCE -THE CITY OF CORFU AND KANONI
CRF-02 Learn MoreTRANSFER TO MAKRIS GIALOS BEACH
KEF-04 Learn More TRANI AND OIL MILL WITH TASTING
BAR-05 Learn MoreACHILLEION – CORFU TOWN
CRF-03 Learn MoreOLYMPIA & ARCHAEOLOGICAL MUSEUM
KAT-01 Learn More MONOPOLI & RURAL LIFE EXPERIENCE
BAR-06 Learn MoreHISTORIC KOTOR & BUDVA
KTR-01 Learn More MEET THE LIFE OF THE LOCALS
KTR-08 Learn MoreOLYMPIA & WINE TASTING
KAT-05 Learn MoreOLYMPIA & OLIVE OIL TASTING
KAT-03 Learn MoreOLYMPIA HIKING
KAT-04 Learn MoreKOTOR OFF-ROAD ADVENTURE
KTR-03 Learn More MARKOVIC WINERY AND THE VISIT TO BUDVA OLD TOWN
KTR-09 Learn MoreTRANSFER TO KOUROUTA BEACH
KAT-06 Learn MoreKOTOR WALKING TOUR
KTR-04 Learn More KOTOR HIKE AND BIKE
KTR-10 Learn MoreHIGHLIGHTS OF MONTENEGRO
KTR-05 Learn MoreA cultural journey through Doha
DOH-01 Learn MoreDiscover Katara Village with High Tea
DOH-02 Learn MoreDiscover the desert and inland sea
DOH-03 Learn MoreDiscover B12 Beach Club
DOH-04 Learn MoreDiscover panoramic Doha with spice mixing experience (AE)
DOH-05 Learn MoreDiscover Msheireb Museum, Downtown and Souq Waqif
DOH-06 Learn MoreDiscover Doha by sea
DOH-07 Learn MoreDiscover Qatar Museums
DOH-08 Learn MoreDune drive safari
DUB-02 Learn MoreDiscover Doha Your Way HD
DOH-09 Learn MoreDhow Cruise in Fjords
KHS-01 Learn More4×4 Extreme Adventure Tour
BAH-06 Learn MoreMosques, museums and mezze in Manama
BAH-07 Learn MoreBahrain Grand Tour
BAH-08 Learn MoreExplore Khasab by Land and Sea
KHS-02 Learn MoreKarting Experience
BAH-09 Learn MoreJeep Safari to Jebel Harim
KHS-03 Learn MoreSnorkelling at Arabian Fjords
KHS-04 Learn MorePanoramic City Tour
BAH-10 Learn MorePearling Pathway Tour
BAH-11 Learn MoreJeep and Dhow Experience
KHS-07 Learn MoreZipline Adventure Experience
KHS-06 Learn MoreIsland Nature Reserve 4×4
SBY-01 Learn MorePearling Pathway Tour
BAH-11 Learn MoreIsland Nature Reserve Tour in Safari Game Viewer Truck
SBY-15 Learn MoreBeach Tour – The Art Hotel and Resort Amwaj
BAH-13 Learn MoreMini Island Tour and Archeological Sites
SBY-02 Learn MoreDubai Grand Tour
DUB-10 Learn MoreFloating Mats (S.O.B)
SBY-09 Learn MoreWater Bike Experience (S.O.B)
SBY-06 Learn MoreSwan Boat Experience 4 Seater (40 mins) (S.O.B)
SBY-10 Learn MoreNew Wonders of Dubai
DUB-01 Learn MoreRed Shark Waterbike (S.O.B)
SBY-11 Learn MoreNew and Old Dubai
DUB-08 Learn MoreDubai Sand Dune Adventure with Sunset in the Desert and Night Show
DUB-07 Learn MoreTour of Burj Khalifa and Dubai Mall (Afternoon)
DUB-06E Learn MoreOld Dubai
DUB-04 Learn MoreTour of Burj Khalifa and Dubai Mall (Morning)
DUB-06M Learn MoreGrand Tour of Abu Dhabi
AUH-01 Learn MoreFerrari World Theme Park
AUH-02 Learn MoreAbu Dhabi Sightseeing & Tea HD
AUH-03 Learn MoreBeach Club and Experience
AUH-04 Learn MoreIcons of Abu Dhabi
AUH-05 Learn MoreYas Marina Circuit Tour with panoramic drive in Abu Dhabi
AUH-06 Learn MoreSeaworld Yas Island Tour
AUH-08 Learn MoreAbu Dhabi Dhow Cruise
AUH-09 Learn MoreThe History of the Olympic Games
ATH-110N Learn MoreBlutopia: A Marine Biology Experience
RHO-20N Learn MoreThe fascinating world of bees
RHO-21N Learn MoreThe History of the Olympic Games
PIR-10N Learn MoreRhodes Unchartered Discovery
RHO-19N Learn MoreNational Geographic Day Tour: Cooking with the Mujos
Learn MoreThe Benefits and Flavours of Oyster Farming
DBV-06N Learn MoreSilk Production and the Tradition Behind Konavle Embroidery
DBV-07N Learn MoreNational Geographic: The Legacy of Dalmatia’s Heritage Recipes
SPL-09N Learn MoreNational Geographic: The Story of Poljica
SPL-10N Learn MoreDubrovnik’s highlights through your lens – photography tour
DBV-08N Learn More Fujairah & Khorfakkan Traditions
FUJ-01 Learn More Fujairah Panoramic Tour & Local Family
FUJ-03 Learn MoreFujairah & Surroundings
FUJ-04 Learn MoreEast Coast Panoramic
FUJ-05 Learn MoreA day at the Beach
FUJ-07 Learn MorePool & Beach Fun
FUJ-08 Learn More Snorkeling with turtles
FUJ-09 Learn More4X4 Mountain Safari
FUJ-06 Learn MoreCultural Tour
MCT-01 Learn MoreMystical Muscat
MCT-03 Learn MorePanoramic Tour
MCT-04 Learn More Discover, connect & cook
MCT-05 Learn MoreDolphin watching & snorkeling
MCT-06 Learn MoreHigh tea Al Bustan Palace
MCT-07 Learn MoreHighlights of Muscat
MCT-08 Learn MoreLeisure Stay at Hotel Intercontinental
MCT-09 Learn MoreTraditional Omani Dhow Cruise
MCT-10 Learn MoreWadi Arbayeen
MCT-11 Learn MoreFascinating Oman Tour
MCT-12 Learn MoreNational Geographic: The History of the Olympic Games
PIR-10N Learn MoreHistoric Dubrovnik
DBV-01 Learn MoreWalking Dubrovnik
DBV-02 Learn MoreWalking Dubrovnik city walls
DBV-03 Learn MoreAncient Ephesus and the Terrace Houses
ISM-07 Learn MoreHouse of Virgin Mary & Ancient Ephesus
ISM-04 Learn MoreClassical Athens and its Monuments
PIR-03 Learn MoreThe Acropolis & The New Acropolis Museum
PIR-08 Learn MoreAthens monuments and the Acropolis
PIR-01 Learn MoreAthens tour and the New Acropolis Museum
PIR-07 Learn MoreAncient Ephesus
ISM-03 Learn MorePerge and Aspendos
ANT-03 Learn MoreThe crystal clear waters of Elounda and Spinalonga
AGH-03 Learn MoreCretan Jeep Safari
AGH-07 Learn MoreRiver Trekking Tour
AGH-05 Learn MoreA Delectable Day in Crete
AGH-02 Learn MoreAncient Temple of Poseidon and Cape Sounion
ATH-106 Learn MoreOff the beaten track – 4×4 Adventure
SAN-10 Learn MoreClassical Athens and its Monuments
ATH-103 Learn MoreThe Essence of Santorini
SAN-06 Learn MoreTransfer to Sahara Beach
THS-08 Learn MoreTransfer to Perissa Beach
SAN-13 Learn MoreTransfer to Ammoudara Beach
HER-10 Learn MoreTransfer to Paradise Beach
MYK-08 Learn MoreTransfer to Kalafatis Beach
MYK-05 Learn MoreMykonos Magic
Learn MoreTransfer to Tsambika beach
RHO-08 Learn MoreBeauty of butterflies and Ancient Kameiros
RHO-06 Learn MoreCapturing the true spirit of Chora
PAT-06 Learn MoreTransfer to Agriolivadi beach
PAT-04 Learn MoreSacred Delos & Rhenia Island
MYK-12 Learn MoreAdventure, spills and thrills at Adaland Water Park
KUS-06 Learn MoreGreek wine and holy water: Philippi and beyond
KAV-07 Learn MoreKavala up close: walk through the ages
KAV-06 Learn MoreNestos River and the colours of Xanthi
KAV-02 Learn MoreKnossos Palace & Cretan Landscapes
HER-05 Learn More Thessaloniki Food on foot
THS-10 Learn More Rich history of a famous Greek winery
THS-09 Learn More A taste of wine and tradition
SAN-15 Learn More Music, myths and history
SAN-16 Learn More Pelion Spoon Sweets
VOL-08 Learn More Making pottery fit for the Gods
RHO-17 Learn More A delicious taste of ‘liquid gold’
VOL-07 Learn More Home cooking and hospitality in Mykonos
MYK-14 Learn More The secrets of Pelion cuisine
VOL-06 Learn More Hiking to the ultimate beauty of Oia
SAN-17 Learn More A kayak adventure discovering pirate coves
RHO-18 Learn More The beautiful art of mosaic making
MYK-13 Learn More Trek to the heart and soul of Milos
MIL-14 Learn More Milos food on foot
MIL-12 Learn More Sea Kayaking and the mesmerising Milos coastline
MIL-11 Learn More A Geological wonder 4×4 adventure
MIL-09 Learn More Limassol Omodos – Oenoyi Winery
LIM-08 Learn More Ancient Civilisations with an expert archaeologist
KUS-11 Learn More Thrill of the ride Buggy Safari
KUS-10 Learn More Whirling Dervishes & dinner
IST-24 Learn More Turkish Baklava Making
IST-23 Learn More Gents Anatolian well-being (Berber and Hammam)
IST-22 Learn More Painting on Water: Turkish Ebru Art
IST-21 Learn More Heraklion Food on foot
HER-09 Learn More 
