Cruise itinerary
9-Night Middle East Cruise from Jeddah
9 nights · Middle East · 6 ports of call
9-night Middle East cruise aboard EXPLORA I, departing Jeddah and calling at At Sea, Luxor, Sokhna, Sharm El Sheikh and 'Aqaba.
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At a glance
- Ship
- EXPLORA I
- Cruise line
- Explora Journeys
- Duration
- 9 nights
- Region
- Middle East · Western Asia
- Departs
- Jeddah
- Returns
- Jeddah
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Where this voyage takes you
Day-by-day itinerary
- Day1
Jeddah
Depart 21:00
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
- Day2
At Sea
- Day3
Luxor
Arrive 07:00
- Day4
Luxor
Depart 17:00
- Day5
Sokhna
Arrive 07:00 · Depart 21:00
- Day6
Sharm El Sheikh
Arrive 09:00 · Depart 20:00
- Day7
'Aqaba
Arrive 07:00 · Depart 21:00
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
- Day8
At Sea
- Day9
Jeddah
Arrive 09:00
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
- Day10
Jeddah
Arrive 09:00
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
- 19 Nov 2027
Upcoming sailings of this itinerary — a NestCruise advisor confirms current availability and your fare.
9-Night Middle East Cruise from Jeddah FAQ
Which ports does this cruise visit?
This 9-night Middle East cruise calls at Jeddah, At Sea, Luxor, Sokhna, Sharm El Sheikh and 'Aqaba.
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 is a round-trip sailing from Jeddah.
How long is this cruise?
9 nights aboard EXPLORA I.
When does this itinerary sail?
Upcoming departures include 19 Nov 2027. A NestCruise advisor can confirm current availability.