Middle East: Seychelles, Madagascar & UAE Cruise

Day 1 - Doha

Arrive: Sun 22 December 2024 / Depart: Sun 22 December 2024 at 22:00

Day 2 - Abu Dhabi

Arrive: Mon 23 December 2024 at 09:00 / Depart: Mon 23 December 2024 at 23:00

The world's richest city boasts a wealth of culture, history and adventure, from the emirate's old souks, where you can sip a fragrant Arabic coffee, to the rush of the world's fastest rollercoaster. This 5,000-year-old metropolis is a fascinating mix of modern architecture and atmospheric back streets. Put your bargaining hat on for a friendly faceoff with the merchants at the souk to get deals on handicrafts, artwork, even spices and dried fruit for the cook back home.

Day 3 - Dubai

Arrive: Tue 24 December 2024 at 07:00

Experience the blending of traditional Arab culture and modern western culture in Dubai. Gaze skyward to see the tallest building in the world, the 2,722-feet-high futuristic Burj Khalifa tower, or walk over to the impressive Jumeirah Mosque. Seek out jet-set haunts or stroll through the heart of the old city, Dubai Creek, which is home to the Dubai museum as well as the labyrinth alleyways of gold, spice and textile souks, where bargaining is part of the fun and ritual.

Day 4 - Dubai

Depart: Wed 25 December 2024 at 13:30

Experience the blending of traditional Arab culture and modern western culture in Dubai. Gaze skyward to see the tallest building in the world, the 2,722-feet-high futuristic Burj Khalifa tower, or walk over to the impressive Jumeirah Mosque. Seek out jet-set haunts or stroll through the heart of the old city, Dubai Creek, which is home to the Dubai museum as well as the labyrinth alleyways of gold, spice and textile souks, where bargaining is part of the fun and ritual.

Day 5 - At Sea

Day 6 - At Sea

Day 7 - At Sea

Day 8 - At Sea

Day 9 - La Digue, Seychelles

Arrive: Mon 30 December 2024 at 10:00 / Depart: Mon 30 December 2024 at 17:00

La Digue is an island in the Seychelles, in the Indian Ocean off East Africa. It’s known for its beaches, like Anse Source d’Argent, dotted with granite boulders, on the west coast. To the south, isolated Anse Bonnet Carré Beach, with calm, shallow water, is accessible only on foot, as is Anse Cocos Beach, in a protected bay on the east coast. La Digue’s diverse wildlife can be seen in the Veuve Nature Reserve.

Day 10 - Port Victoria, Seychelles

Arrive: Tue 31 December 2024 at 07:00 / Depart: Tue 31 December 2024 at 17:00

Take a sabbatical in the Seychelles capital of Victoria. Located on Mahé Island in the Indian Ocean, it's famous for its exports of vanilla and coconut oil. Take a stroll through the Seychelle National Botanical Gardens full of flora, fauna and fruit bats. Stop by the Selwyn-Clarke Market for some street shopping. Try some local Ladob, a dish that can be served either sweet or savory. Then settle in for some sun at Beau Vallon Beach or visit the Navasakthi Vinayagar hindu temple.

Day 11 - At Sea

Day 12 - Antsiranana

Arrive: Thu 02 January 2025 at 07:00 / Depart: Thu 02 January 2025 at 18:00

Day 13 - At Sea

Day 14 - Pointe des Galets

Arrive: Sat 04 January 2025 at 10:00 / Depart: Sat 04 January 2025 at 21:00

The Pointe des Galets is a cape in the north-west of the island of Réunion, heading on the Indian Ocean. It is now entirely occupied by the town centre of Le Port, Réunion. As of June 2020, construction work is ongoing at the site to accommodate the installation of a shore-end for the METISS cable.

Day 15 - Port Louis, Mauritius

Arrive: Sun 05 January 2025 at 07:00 / Depart: Sun 05 January 2025

Lose yourself in the Mauritian capital of Port Louis. Named after a former French emperor, this port city was a major point of passage for ships sailing around the Cape of Good Hope. Visit the famous Champs de Mars race track. Learn about the local history and culture at the Blue Penny Museum. Walk through the gorgeous foliage in Les Jardins De La Compagnie. Then stroll along the Caudan Waterfront to check out the shops, restaurants and famous Chinese Pagoda.