

Cruise itinerary
7-Night Middle East Cruise from Abu Dhabi
7 nights · Middle East · 6 ports of call
7-night Middle East cruise aboard Celestyal Discovery, departing Abu Dhabi and calling at Dubai, Sir Bani Yas Island, Doha, Ras al Khaimah and Khasab.
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At a glance
- Cruise line
- Celestyal Cruises
- Duration
- 7 nights
- Region
- Middle East
- Departs
- Abu Dhabi
- Returns
- Abu Dhabi
How NestCruise works:we're advisor-led, not a booking engine. No fares are listed and there are no booking fees — tell an advisor your dates and party and they price your exact Celestyal Discovery sailing, typically within 24 hours.
Where this voyage takes you
Day-by-day itinerary
- Day1

Abu Dhabi
Depart 19:00
The capital of the United Arab Emirates, spread across islands on the Persian Gulf. Greener and more measured than Dubai, it is known for the white-marble Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, the Louvre's domed outpost on Saadiyat Island and Corniche waterfront.
- Sheikh Zayed Mosque
- Louvre Abu Dhabi
- the Corniche
- Day2

Dubai
Arrive 08:00 · Depart 23:00
A city on the southern Gulf coast of the United Arab Emirates, grown from a pearling and trading port into a skyline of towers around a tidal creek. The Burj Khalifa, vast malls and the older souks of Deira sit beside reclaimed islands and desert beyond.
- Burj Khalifa
- Gold Souk
- Dubai Creek
- Day3

Sir Bani Yas Island
Arrive 12:30 · Depart 18:00
- Day4

Abu Dhabi
Arrive 07:00 · Depart 19:00
The capital of the United Arab Emirates, spread across islands on the Persian Gulf. Greener and more measured than Dubai, it is known for the white-marble Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, the Louvre's domed outpost on Saadiyat Island and Corniche waterfront.
- Sheikh Zayed Mosque
- Louvre Abu Dhabi
- the Corniche
- Day5

Doha
Arrive 08:00 · Depart 18:00
- Day6

Ras al Khaimah
Arrive 11:00 · Depart 23:59
- Day7

Khasab
Arrive 08:00 · Depart 18:00
- Day8

Abu Dhabi
Arrive 09:00
The capital of the United Arab Emirates, spread across islands on the Persian Gulf. Greener and more measured than Dubai, it is known for the white-marble Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, the Louvre's domed outpost on Saadiyat Island and Corniche waterfront.
- Sheikh Zayed Mosque
- Louvre Abu Dhabi
- the Corniche
Upcoming departures
- 11 Dec 2026
- 18 Dec 2026
- 25 Dec 2026
- 1 Jan 2027
- 8 Jan 2027
- 15 Jan 2027
- 22 Jan 2027
- 29 Jan 2027
- 5 Feb 2027
- 12 Feb 2027
- 19 Feb 2027
- 26 Feb 2027
Upcoming sailings of this itinerary — a NestCruise advisor confirms current availability and your fare.
7-Night Middle East Cruise from Abu Dhabi FAQ
Which ports does this cruise visit?
This 7-night Middle East cruise calls at Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sir Bani Yas Island, Doha, Ras al Khaimah and Khasab.
How many days are spent at sea?
This is a port-intensive itinerary with no full days at sea.
Where does this cruise depart from?
It is a round-trip sailing from Abu Dhabi.
How long is this cruise?
7 nights aboard Celestyal Discovery.
When does this itinerary sail?
Upcoming departures include 11 Dec 2026, 18 Dec 2026, 25 Dec 2026 and 1 Jan 2027. A NestCruise advisor can confirm current availability.