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* ALL INCLUSIVE TOURS * COSTA SMERALDA WITH THE SECRET TREASURE OF THE MIDDLE EAST ARABIAN PENINSULA & PERSIAN GULF - 2027
WITH COSTA SMERALDA
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 1 ISTANBUL AIRPORT – DUBAI
The day before the start of our tour, we meet at the Emirates Airlines counter in Istanbul Airport International Departure Terminal at 20:30 with our guide, after which we complete our passport and check-in procedures and then depart for Dubai at 23:40 on Emirates Airlines flight EK118. We arrive in Dubai at 04:55 local time, and after a morning breakfast to shake off the fatigue of the flight, we move to our local restaurant. After breakfast and some rest, we set off for the “Dubai City Tour”. We will visit the “Old Dubai” area, where Dubai was first founded. Our first stop will be the “Dubai Museum” in the Al Fahidi Fort area, which was used against invading forces in 1787 and later converted into a museum. After this visit, we cross to the “Deira” area by small boats called Abra, where we will explore the most popular “GOLD SOUK (Gold Market)” and “SPICE BAZAAR (Spice Market)”. After our exploration, we proceed to the “Jumeirah” area to view the world-famous 7 Star “Burj Al Arab Hotel” from the outside, and we will conclude our tour by visiting Palm Island, which was built by man in the desert and houses the homes of Dubai’s wealthy. After the tour, we head to the port in Dubai where our ship will embark. Following the ship's check-in and passport procedures, we settle into our cabins and have free time. Our ship will anchor in the port tonight. Dinner and overnight on the ship.
DAY 2 DUBAI
After breakfast, there is free time for shopping and personal activities. Guests who wish can participate in the “Sahara Red Dune Desert Safari Tour”, which is organized by our guide as an extra. This tour, held in the afternoon, is known as an essential tour of the Arabian Peninsula. We set off in 4x4 vehicles from our ship, reaching the desert after a 45-minute journey. After a 10-minute break for the professional drivers to deflate the tires, our tour begins. You will experience the excitement at its peak while crossing the sand dunes on our breathtaking desert safari. After the safari, we watch one of the most beautiful sunsets in the desert and enjoy our barbecue dinner at a camp set up in the desert, accompanied by music and a belly dancer. Soft drinks are unlimited. After this unforgettable experience, our vehicles will take you back to the ship. (Dinner and soft drinks included) End of the tour. Our ship will anchor in the port tonight.
DAY 3 DUBAI
After breakfast served on the ship, guests will have free time. During this time, you can take advantage of the activities offered by the ship or spend time in the port area. Please return to the ship at the specified time, as we will depart from the port at 13:00. Dinner and overnight on the ship.
DAY 4 MUSCAT
Our ship will dock at the Port of Muscat at 08:30 in the morning. After breakfast, we set off for the “Muscat City Tour”. During this tour, we will see the “Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque”, “Sultan’s Palace”, “El Mirani” and “El Jalali Forts”, “French Museum”, “Ghalya Modern Art Museum,” and “Muscat Opera House” panoramically, followed by a visit to the Matrah market. After our tour, there will be free time for shopping. Afterwards, we return to our ship. Our ship will set sail from the port at 19:00. Dinner and overnight on the ship.
DAY 5 AT SEA
This day will be spent sailing at sea, and our ship will offer you many alternatives. Those who wish can benefit from the ship’s open and closed pools, jacuzzis, and sunbathing areas. Those who wish can shop at the duty-free stores, try their luck in the casino, or enjoy various music and entertainment in dozens of bars. A variety of food options will also be waiting for you throughout the day. Dinner and overnight on the ship.
DAY 6 DOHA
Our ship will dock at the Port of Doha at 07:00. After breakfast, we set off for the “Doha City Tour”. This tour starts from the waterfront area and includes the stunning corniche, the Royal Emir Palace, the old port, the Museum of Islamic Art, and Souk Waqif, the largest local market in Doha. Also located inside this structure is the Gold Souq, where you can find magnificent jewels and gold. Our next stop will be the Katara Cultural Village. Here, you will witness the historical and artistic structures that will leave you mesmerized by the charm of the Islamic world. Our final stop will be Pearl Island. On this handmade island, you can enjoy shopping from numerous brands. After the tour, we return to our ship. Our ship will depart the port at 18:00. Dinner and overnight on the ship.
DAY 7 ABU DHABI
Our ship will dock at the Port of Abu Dhabi at 07:30. After breakfast, we set off for the “Abu Dhabi City & Ferrari World (Yas Island) & Sheikh Zayed Mosque Tour”. During our tour of Abu Dhabi, which is considered the richest city in the world, we will witness the wonders of what wealth can accomplish. Despite being a desert, the city has been transformed with billions of dollars spent to create a green appearance, and we will visit the most interesting structures in the area. During today’s tour, we will see very interesting architectural styles such as Aldar, the first and largest circular skyscraper in the world, Etihad Towers, and much more, including Saadiyat (Happiness) Island. Along the way, we will also see the impressive constructions of Guggenheim, Abu Dhabi Louvre, and many other large museums. On our way back to Abu Dhabi, we will visit the “Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque”, one of the largest mosques in the world and a marvel of technology, as well as “Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan’s” tomb. This stunning building made of white marble features breathtaking architecture, including the world’s largest chandelier and hand-woven carpet. After our visit, we will go to Yas Mall, where Ferrari World, the most popular tourist attraction in the Middle East since it opened in 2015, is located, along with the Abu Dhabi Cultural Village, and there will be free time for shopping. Our ship will set sail from the port at 22:00. Dinner and overnight on the ship..
DAY 8 DUBAI - ISTANBUL AIRPORT
Our ship will dock at the Port of Dubai at 07:00. After enjoying our breakfast, we will complete our disembarkation processes. After disembarking, we will set off for the “Modern Face of Dubai & Dubai Mall & Burj Khalifa Tour”. In the morning, we will visit Dubai Mall, which cost 12.1 billion dollars, where we can see the world’s best brands. Those who wish can shop as well as see the world’s tallest building, Burj Khalifa. Afterwards, we will see famous JBR The Walk, where modern urban life is reflected with hotels, cafes, and shops, the Marina, where countless boats are docked and the skyline merges with the sea, Medinat, a modern bazaar made with ties to the past, and Jumeirah Mosque. After the tour, we will transfer to the airport. After check-in and passport procedures, we will depart for Istanbul Airport at 17:45 on Emirates Airlines flight EK117. We will arrive at Istanbul Airport at 21:55 local time. End of the tour.
What's Included
- Economy class flights between Istanbul Airport – Dubai – Istanbul Airport with Emirates Airlines.
- 7 nights and 8 days of all-inclusive accommodation in the preferred cabin category on the COSTA SMERALDA ship.
- Airport and Port taxes.
- Transfers between Airport and Port.
- All LAND TOURS explicitly stated in the program.
- Breakfast on the first day in Dubai.
- Experienced Turkish Tour Leadership Service (if the group has at least 25 people).
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks on the ship.
- Entertainment and shows on the ship.
- Use of the fitness & sports hall.
- Mandatory travel insurance (which includes professional liability insurance).
Not Included
- 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 connecting flights.
- Required visa fee. Required visa fee. (UAE Visa)
- PLEASE NOTE: Visa service, a 2-entry or multiple-entry Dubai visa is required and will be obtained by the cruise company for this program. The Dubai visas obtained individually or through VFS are not accepted as valid according to the agreements of the United Kingdom and cruise companies. (160€)
- IMPORTANT NOTE: Guests with an Israeli passport cannot enter the United Arab Emirates.
- Overseas exit tax (Can be paid at relevant banks or the finance office at the airport).
- Travel insurance package (includes cancellation). A 100% surcharge applies for guests over 65 years old.
CANCELLATION REFUND TERMS
• IT IS CALCULATED ON THE TOTAL AMOUNT*
Cancellation terms:
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%