COSTA SMERALDA with
THE HIDDEN TREASURE OF THE MIDDLE EAST ARABIAN PENINSULA & PERSIAN GULF
Dubai (3) – Muscat – Doha – Abu Dhabi – Dubai (1)
*** ALL TOURS INCLUDED ***
EMIRATES AIRLINES – 7 NIGHTS 8 DAYS
DAY 01 ISTANBUL AIRPORT – DUBAI
The day before the start date of the tour, we meet with our guide in front of the Emirates Airlines counter at Istanbul Airport International Terminal at 20:30. After completing our passport and check-in procedures, we depart for Dubai on Emirates Airlines flight EK118 at 23:40. Arriving in Dubai at 04:55 local time, we will have BREAKFAST and then head to our local restaurant to recover from the flight fatigue. After breakfast and resting, we will proceed for the "Dubai City Tour". We will visit "Old Dubai", the first established area of Dubai. First, we will visit the "Dubai Museum" located in the Al Fahidi Fort, which was used against forces trying to invade in 1787 and has since been converted into a museum. After this visit, we will cross to the "Deira" area using small boats called Abra and explore the region's most popular "GOLD SOUK (Gold Market) and SPICE BAZAAR (Spice Market)". Following this visit, we will continue to the "Jumeirah" area where we will view the world-famous 7-Star "Burj Al Arab Hotel" from the outside and visit the Palm Island, which was made by humans in the desert, where Dubai's wealthy reside. After the tour, we will head to the Dubai port where our ship will depart. After the ship check-in and passport procedures, we will settle into the cabins and then enjoy free time. Our ship will anchor at the port tonight. Dinner and overnight on the ship.
DAY 02 DUBAI
After breakfast, there will be free time for shopping and personal activities. Guests who wish can join the "Sahara Red Dune Desert Safari Tour", which our guide will arrange additionally at an extra cost. This tour, which takes place in the late afternoon, is known as a must-do tour of the Arabian Peninsula. We set off first in 4x4 vehicles from our ship. After a 45-minute journey to the desert, a 10-minute break is given for professional drivers to deflate the tires, then the tour begins. You will experience the peak of excitement as we pass over the sand dunes in our breathtaking desert safari. After the safari, we will watch one of the most beautiful sunsets in the desert, and enjoy our dinner at a barbecue party set up in a tent, accompanied by music and belly dancers. Non-alcoholic drinks are unlimited. After this indispensable tour of Dubai, the vehicles will take you back to the ship. (Dinner and non-alcoholic drinks included) End of the tour. Our ship will anchor at the port tonight.
DAY 03 DUBAI
After breakfast on the ship, guests will have free time. During this time, you can enjoy the activities offered by the ship or spend time around the port. After returning to the ship at the specified time, our ship will depart from the port at 13:00. Dinner and overnight on the ship.
DAY 04 MUSCAT
Our ship will dock at the port of Muscat at 08:30 in the morning. After breakfast, we will head for the "Muscat City Tour". On this tour, we will have panoramic views of the "Sultan Qaboos Mosque", "Sultan's Palace", "El Mirani" and "El Jalali Forts", "French Museum", "Ghalya Modern Art Museum", and "Muscat Opera House" before visiting the Matrah market. After the tour there will be free time for shopping. Following that, we will return to our ship, which will depart from the port at 19:00. Dinner and overnight on the ship.
DAY 05 AT SEA
This day will be spent sailing at sea, where our ship will offer numerous alternatives for you. Those who wish can take advantage of the ship's open and closed pools, jacuzzis, and sunbathing areas. You may as well shop from the duty-free shops, try your luck at the casino, or enjoy the various music and entertainment options available at the bars. Various dining options will await you throughout the day. Dinner and overnight on the ship.
DAY 06 DOHA
Our ship will dock at the port of Doha at 07:00 in the morning. After breakfast, we will head for the "Doha City Tour". This tour will start from the coastal area and include the magnificent waterfront road (Corniche), the King's Emir Palace, the old port, the Museum of Islamic Arts, and Souq Waqif, which is the largest local market in Doha. Also, the (Gold Souq) where you can find magnificent jewels and gold is also located within this structure. Our next stop will be Katara Cultural Village. The historical and artistic structures we will see here will leave you face to face with the magic of the Islamic world. Our last stop will be Pearl Island, where you can enjoy shopping from many brands on this handcrafted island. After the tour, we will return to our ship, which will depart from the port at 18:00. Dinner and overnight on the ship.
DAY 07 ABU DHABI
Our ship will dock at the port of Abu Dhabi at 07:30. After breakfast, we will head for the "Abu Dhabi City & Ferrari World (Yas Island) & Sheikh Zayed Mosque Tour". During the tour in Abu Dhabi, which is considered the richest city in the world, we will witness what wealth can build. Despite being a desert, this city has a green appearance due to billions of dollars spent, and we will guide you through the most interesting buildings. Today's tour will include fascinating architectural styles such as the world's first and largest circular skyscraper Aldar, Ethiad Towers, and Saadiyat (Happiness) Island among others. Along the way, we will also see the constructions of the Guggenheim, Abu Dhabi Louvre and many other large museums. On our way back to Abu Dhabi, we will visit one of the largest mosques in the world and a technological wonder, the "Sheikh Zayed Mosque", and the Tomb of "Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan". This mosque, one of the most beautiful and largest in the world, attracts attention not only for its magnificent architecture made of white marble but also for housing the world's largest chandelier and the largest handwoven carpet. After this visit, we will go to Yas Mall, where Ferrari World, which was selected as the most important tourist attraction in the Middle East in 2015, is located, and the Abu Dhabi Cultural Village, and have free time for shopping. Our ship will depart from the port at 22:00. Dinner and overnight on the ship..
DAY 08 DUBAI - ISTANBUL AIRPORT
Our ship will dock at the port of Dubai at 07:00. After our breakfast, we will complete the ship disembarkation procedures. After leaving the ship, we will head for the "Modern Face of Dubai & Dubai Mall & Burj Khalifa Tour". In the morning, we will visit the Dubai Mall, which cost 12.1 billion dollars, to see the world's best-known brands. Those who wish can both shop and see Burj Khalifa, the world's tallest building. Following that, we will visit the famous JBR The Walk, which has many hotels, cafes, and shops that symbolize modern urban life, the Marina where you can see many boats docked, the modern and authentic market Medinat built in connection with the past, and the Jumeirah Mosque. After the tour, we will transfer to the airport. After check-in and passport procedures, we will depart for Istanbul Airport on Emirates Airlines flight EK117 at 17:45. We will arrive at Istanbul Airport at 21:55 local time. End of our tour.
- Economy class flights with Emirates Airlines from Istanbul Airport – Dubai – Istanbul Airport.
- 7 nights and 8 days full board accommodation in the selected cabin category on the COSTA SMERALDA ship.
- Airport and Port taxes.
- Airport – Port – Airport transfers.
- All LAND TOURS clearly specified in the program.
- Breakfast on the first day in Dubai.
- Experienced Turkish-speaking Tour Leader Service (provided the group has at least 25 people).
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks on the ship.
- Entertainment and shows on the ship.
- Use of Fitness & Sports facilities.
- Mandatory travel insurance (is liability insurance).
- Service fees. Approximately €12 per person per day. (Paid on board)
- Health services. / Personal expenses.
- Sahara Red Sand Desert Safari Tour
- All drinks on board.
- Domestic flight connections.
- Required visa fee. Required visa fee. (UAE Visa)
- PLEASE NOTE: Visa service, this program requires a 2-entry or multiple-entry Dubai visa to be obtained by the cruise company. Dubai visas obtained individually or through VFS are not accepted due to agreements with the United Kingdom and cruise companies. (160€)
- IMPORTANT NOTE: Guests with Israeli passports cannot enter the United Arab Emirates.
- Foreign exit tax (You can pay it to relevant banks or at the tax office at the airport).
- Travel insurance package (covers cancellation.). A 100% surcharge applies for guests over 65 years old.
CANCELLATION REFUND CONDITIONS
• CALCULATED BASED ON TOTAL AMOUNT*
Cancellation conditions:
From the day of registration;
90 days prior - 15% per person
89 days ---------- 60 days - 30%
59 days ---------- 30 days - 50%
29 days ---------- 15 days - 70%
14 days ---------- 0 days - 100%