Middle East Cruises: Sailings, Embarkations & Ports of Call
123 ships from 31 cruise lines across 9 countries
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Upcoming sailings calling in Middle East, earliest departure first.
Middle East cruises at a glance
Waterways Cruise lists 781 upcoming sailings on 123 ships from 31 cruise lines visiting Middle East, calling at 53 places. Cruises can start in Istanbul, Cairo, Dubai, Doha, Jeddah, Abu Dhabi and 7 more and end in Abu Dhabi, Antalya, Aqaba, Aswan, Cairo, Doha and 7 more.
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15 Days One-Way from Piraeus-Athens to Civitavecchia-Rome
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22 Days One-Way from Piraeus-Athens to Doha Qatar
Seven Seas Explorer
23 Days One-Way from Piraeus-Athens to Sokhna
Emerald Raiya
37 Days One-Way from Civitavecchia-Rome to Fort Lauderdale
Enchanted Princess
8 Days One-Way from Piraeus-Athens to Istanbul
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Ships by type: 96 ocean 26 river 2 expedition · a ship that visits several places here is counted once; an expedition ship that also sails as an ocean ship appears under both types.
Cruises in Middle East by country
Compare Middle East cruise lines
Viking Cruises has the most upcoming sailings among Middle East cruise lines (144). Starting fares run from $185 per person. Most sailings last 7–29 nights, and the most common length is 7 nights.
Ocean cruise lines (26)
Ultra-luxury cruise lines (5)
| Cruise line | Upcoming sailings | Lowest starting fare | Typical length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regent Seven Seas Cruises | 47 | $17,598 | 9–27 nights (typically 9) |
| Seabourn Cruises | 41 | $5,698 | 14–35 nights (typically 28) |
| Silversea Cruises | 30 | $4,550 | 9–24 nights (typically 12) |
| Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection | 4 | $7,300 | 4–7 nights (typically 5) |
| SeaDream Yacht Club | 2 | $21,019 | 7 nights |
Luxury cruise lines (4)
| Cruise line | Upcoming sailings | Lowest starting fare | Typical length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oceania Cruises | 71 | $2,320 | 9–39 nights (typically 9) |
| MSC Explora Journeys | 28 | $4,290 | 7–19 nights (typically 7) |
| Ponant Cruises | 1 | On request | 7 nights |
| Scenic Cruises | 1 | On request | 11 nights |
Premium cruise lines (8)
| Cruise line | Upcoming sailings | Lowest starting fare | Typical length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Viking Cruises | 144 | $2,799 | 5–26 nights (typically 12) |
| Azamara Cruises | 48 | $2,299 | 8–38 nights (typically 10) |
| Emerald Cruises | 32 | $5,256 | 7–17 nights (typically 10) |
| Crystal Cruises | 13 | $5,200 | 8–47 nights (typically 8) |
| Windstar Cruises | 10 | $3,060 | 8–16 nights (typically 16) |
| Hapag-Lloyd Cruises | 5 | On request | 9–18 nights (typically 13) |
| Atlas Ocean Voyages | 3 | $5,999 | 8–11 nights (typically 8) |
| Lindblad Expeditions | 2 | $12,500 | 10 nights |
Contemporary cruise lines (8)
| Cruise line | Upcoming sailings | Lowest starting fare | Typical length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Princess Cruises | 82 | $964 | 10–40 nights (typically 21) |
| MSC Cruises | 63 | $185 | 4–25 nights (typically 7) |
| Holland America | 45 | $794 | 7–24 nights (typically 21) |
| Cunard | 22 | $1,089 | 7–33 nights (typically 14) |
| Royal Caribbean | 10 | $817 | 7–8 nights (typically 7) |
| Celebrity Cruises | 9 | $1,182 | 7–11 nights (typically 7) |
| Norwegian Cruise Line | 8 | $1,409 | 7–10 nights (typically 7) |
| Virgin Voyages | 8 | $2,226 | 9–11 nights (typically 11) |
Other cruise lines (1)
| Cruise line | Upcoming sailings | Lowest starting fare | Typical length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Star Clippers | 7 | $2,410 | 7–14 nights (typically 7) |
River cruise lines (5)
Luxury cruise lines (3)
| Cruise line | Upcoming sailings | Lowest starting fare | Typical length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scenic Cruises | 21 | $6,934 | 14–23 nights (typically 16) |
| AmaWaterways | 5 | $5,569 | 11–12 nights (typically 11) |
| Uniworld | 4 | On request | 11–19 nights (typically 11) |
Premium cruise lines (2)
| Cruise line | Upcoming sailings | Lowest starting fare | Typical length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Viking River Cruises | 12 | On request | 11 nights |
| Avalon Waterways | 3 | $4,949 | 4–13 nights (typically 4) |
Cruise embarkation and disembarkation
Cruise lines sailing in Middle East (31)
Ocean cruise lines (27)
Ultra-luxury cruise lines (5)
Luxury cruise lines (5)
Premium cruise lines (8)
Contemporary cruise lines (8)
Other cruise lines (1)
River cruise lines (5)
Luxury cruise lines (3)
Premium cruise lines (2)
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Frequently asked questions about Middle East cruises
Can you start or end a cruise in Middle East?
Yes. Cruises start in Istanbul, Cairo, Dubai, Doha, Jeddah, Abu Dhabi, Aqaba, Kuşadası and 5 more. Cruises end in Abu Dhabi, Antalya, Aqaba, Aswan, Cairo, Doha, Dubai, Istanbul and 5 more.
How many places do cruises visit in Middle East?
53 Middle East places are visited by 123 ships from 31 cruise lines.
Which cruise lines sail to Middle East?
31 cruise lines sail to Middle East, including AmaWaterways, Atlas Ocean Voyages, Aurora Expeditions, Avalon Waterways, Azamara Cruises, Celebrity Cruises and 25 more.
Created by the Waterways Cruise content team and reviewed and fact-checked by J. Richard, Sr. Cruise Travel Agent and Founder of Waterways Cruise.
Published October 4, 2026 · Last updated October 31, 2026
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