Mumbai to Piraeus (Athens) Cruise

Day 1 - Mumbai

Arrive: Sun 26 April 2026 / Depart: Sun 26 April 2026

Formerly known as Bombay, this city of temples where Mahatma Gandhi once lived, is home to extraordinary UNESCO treasures including the Elephanta and Ellora Caves, Agra Fort, and the Red Fort Complex. Overland journeys may be arranged to the exquisite Taj Mahal and the 2019-inscribed Jaipur Rajasthan, known also as the Pink City and revered for its colonnaded City Palace complex with royal gardens and courtyards.

Day 2 - At Sea

Day 3 - At Sea

Day 4 - Khasab

Arrive: Wed 29 April 2026 at 08:00 / Depart: Wed 29 April 2026 at 18:00

Khasab, a city within the Sultanate of Oman, is increasingly popular tourist with tourists. Dhow cruises showcase the inspiring scenery, calm waters are ideal for diving, and dolphins are often spotted frolicking in the sea. Stunning landscapes, high mountain peaks, a picturesque coastal route and stretches of unspoiled beaches highlight the region, while manmade wonders include an old fort that dominates the harbor which, recently restored, contains examples of traditional Omani watercraft.

Day 5 - Abu Dhabi

Arrive: Thu 30 April 2026 at 08:00 / Depart: Thu 30 April 2026 at 22:00

Abu Dhabi is a bustling city with extraordinary sky scrapers, wide, tree-lined boulevards, and some of the most elite cultural destinations. This city is considered the wealthiest city in the world, but still retains a humble charm with its central souk and artisan hub for traditional crafts.

Day 6 - Dubai

Arrive: Fri 01 May 2026 at 08:00 / Depart: Fri 01 May 2026 at 19:00

Home to the world’s biggest shopping mall, tallest skyscraper, and dozens of ultra-glamourous luxury hotels, Dubai is truly a modern wonder. After exploring the new sites of the city, find yourself amongst traditional winding souks and local charm.

Day 7 - Fujairah, UAE

Arrive: Sat 02 May 2026 at 09:00 / Depart: Sat 02 May 2026 at 18:00

Day 8 - Muscat

Arrive: Sun 03 May 2026 at 08:00 / Depart: Sun 03 May 2026 at 18:00

Situated on a striking cove on the Gulf of Oman, ringed by striking volcanic mountains and guarded by two ancient Portuguese forts, diminutive Muscat is the capital of the Sultanate of Oman. Its architecture is a picturesque blend of Arab, Indian, African and European styles. Look for the sultan's palace at the water's edge, or visit the important national museum.

Day 9 - At Sea

Day 10 - Salalah

Arrive: Tue 05 May 2026 at 08:00 / Depart: Tue 05 May 2026 at 19:00

Like a magic carpet spread before the sea, Oman's coastal plain is one of the most fertile areas of Arabia. Famous since antiquity as the source of frankincense, Salalah was already a prosperous town when Marco Polo visited it in the 13th century! Inland rise the forbidding Al-Quarà Mountains, and the desolate "Empty Quarter" of central Saudi Arabia.

Day 11 - At Sea

Day 12 - At Sea

Day 13 - At Sea

Day 14 - Jeddah

Arrive: Sat 09 May 2026 at 08:00 / Depart: Sat 09 May 2026

As the second-largest city in Saudi Arabia and gateway to Mecca, Jeddah is a dynamic and cosmopolitan commercial hub. It is also an artistic one, with public art on display in its roundabouts. In fact, the collection, which includes works by Alexander Calder and Joan Miró, makes the city the largest open-air art gallery in the world. For shopaholics, Jeddah is a paradise, with Tahlia Street boasting an array of upscale department stores and boutiques carrying names such as Prada and Gucci. And for anyone who appreciates scenic beauty, there are lovely beaches and a picturesque corniche, where locals and visitors alike can be found relaxing and drinking in the views.

Day 15 - At Sea

Day 16 - Aqaba

Arrive: Mon 11 May 2026 at 07:00 / Depart: Mon 11 May 2026 at 21:00

Situated at the top of its namesake gulf, Aqaba brings a refreshing release from the rose-colored desert to the north. Its sandy beaches and coral reefs are the most pristine on the Red Sea, and Jordanians hope to preserve them through careful planning. Beyond the modernity of Aqaba itself, the UNESCO treasure of Petra – an ancient rock-carved Nabataean city once lost to the Western world – and the wonders of the Wadi Rum await discovery.

Day 17 - Safaga

Arrive: Tue 12 May 2026 at 08:00 / Depart: Tue 12 May 2026 at 23:00

On the Red Sea coast, this small city offers beautiful beaches and glorious weather, even snorkeling and diving among the offshore reefs. More intriguingly, it serves as the gateway to Luxor on the west bank of the Nile River, where the Valley of the Kings reveals the elaborate tombs and underground mausoleums of pharaohs such as Tutankhamun and Ramses II.

Day 18 - At Sea

Day 19 - Suez Canal

Arrive: Thu 14 May 2026 at 13:00 / Depart: Thu 14 May 2026 at 22:00

Day 20 - Alexandria, Egypt

Arrive: Fri 15 May 2026 at 06:00 / Depart: Fri 15 May 2026 at 23:00

With its wide stretch of beach and modern hotels located on the shores of the Mediterranean, Alexandria seems more like an ancient Egyptian city. Once the intellectual and cultural center of Greco-Roman civilization, it is the country's main port and was named after Alexander the Great. This bustling port serves as the gateway to Cairo and the Pyramids of Giza.

Day 21 - At Sea

Day 22 - Athens

Arrive: Sun 17 May 2026 at 08:00 / Depart: Sun 17 May 2026

Piraeus is Greece's largest port and has been a gateway to the Mediterranean since 482 BC. It lies on the innermost point of the Saronic Gulf and is a short drive from Athens, the cradle of Western democracy and culture. Throughout the ages, Athens' lofty Acropolis has been a source of inspiration. The ancient ruins scattered throughout this legendary city are reminders of Greece's great cultural heritage.