

Cruise itinerary
11-Night Europe Cruise from 'Aqaba
11 nights · Europe · 9 ports of call
11-night Europe cruise aboard Emerald Raiya, departing 'Aqaba and calling at Eilat, Sharm El Sheikh, Sokhna, At Sea, Safaga and Duba and 2 more.
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At a glance
- Ship
- Emerald Raiya
- Cruise line
- Emerald Cruises
- Duration
- 11 nights
- Region
- Europe · Southern Europe · Mediterranean
- Departs
- 'Aqaba
- Returns
- Jeddah
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Where this voyage takes you
Day-by-day itinerary
- Day1

'Aqaba
Jordan's only coastal city, on the Red Sea at the head of the Gulf of Aqaba. It is a base for diving among the reefs and a gateway inland to the rock-cut city of Petra and the desert landscapes of Wadi Rum.
- Petra gateway
- Wadi Rum
- Red Sea reefs
- Day2

'Aqaba
Jordan's only coastal city, on the Red Sea at the head of the Gulf of Aqaba. It is a base for diving among the reefs and a gateway inland to the rock-cut city of Petra and the desert landscapes of Wadi Rum.
- Petra gateway
- Wadi Rum
- Red Sea reefs
- Day3

Eilat
- Day4

Sharm El Sheikh
- Day5

Sokhna
- Day6
At Sea
- Day7

Safaga
A Red Sea port on Egypt's eastern coast, ringed by desert and coral reefs. It serves mainly as the sea gateway to the temples of Luxor and the Valley of the Kings on the Nile, a long inland drive away, while its own shore is known for diving and snorkelling.
- gateway to Luxor
- Red Sea reefs
- Valley of the Kings
- Day8
Duba
- Day9At sea
- Day10
Yanbu al-Bahr
- Day11

Jeddah
A Red Sea port on Saudi Arabia's western coast and the historic gateway for pilgrims bound for Mecca. The restored coral-stone houses of Al-Balad form the old town, while a long corniche runs beside the modern waterfront.
- Al-Balad old town
- Jeddah corniche
- King Fahd Fountain
- Day12

Jeddah
A Red Sea port on Saudi Arabia's western coast and the historic gateway for pilgrims bound for Mecca. The restored coral-stone houses of Al-Balad form the old town, while a long corniche runs beside the modern waterfront.
- Al-Balad old town
- Jeddah corniche
- King Fahd Fountain
Upcoming departures
- 20 Nov 2027
- 13 Apr 2028
Upcoming sailings of this itinerary — a NestCruise advisor confirms current availability and your fare.
11-Night Europe Cruise from 'Aqaba FAQ
Which ports does this cruise visit?
This 11-night Europe cruise calls at 'Aqaba, Eilat, Sharm El Sheikh, Sokhna, At Sea, Safaga, Duba, Yanbu al-Bahr and Jeddah.
How many days are spent at sea?
2 days are spent at sea; the rest are in port.
Where does this cruise depart from?
It departs from 'Aqaba and ends in Jeddah.
How long is this cruise?
11 nights aboard Emerald Raiya.
When does this itinerary sail?
Upcoming departures include 20 Nov 2027 and 13 Apr 2028. A NestCruise advisor can confirm current availability.