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title: "Middle East & Arabian Gulf cruises"
url: https://cruisello.com/destinations/middle-east-arabian-gulf
description: "Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Muscat in the winter season, from glass skyscrapers to old souks. Compare Middle East and Arabian Gulf cruise prices."
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# 🕌 Middle East & Arabian Gulf cruises

9 ports · 15 sailings · Best time: November - March

Dubai and Abu Dhabi anchor most Arabian Gulf itineraries. The contrast is hard to process: glass skyscrapers next to old souks, indoor ski slopes in the desert. Oman (Muscat) is the quieter, more traditional stop and often the highlight for repeat visitors. Winter is the only comfortable season for this region.

## Highlights

- Dubai's skyline and traditional gold souk
- Muscat, Oman for a quieter, more traditional stop
- Desert safari excursions from Abu Dhabi

## Ports

| Port | Country | Departures | Visits |
|------|------|------|------|
| [Aqaba](https://cruisello.com/destinations/middle-east-arabian-gulf/aqaba.md) | 🇯🇴 Jordan | 0 | 11 |
| [Sharm El Sheikh](https://cruisello.com/destinations/middle-east-arabian-gulf/sharm-el-sheikh.md) | 🇪🇬 Egypt | 0 | 8 |
| [Ain Sokhna (Cairo)](https://cruisello.com/destinations/middle-east-arabian-gulf/ain-sokhna-cairo.md) | 🇪🇬 Egypt | 0 | 5 |
| [Dubai](https://cruisello.com/destinations/middle-east-arabian-gulf/dubai.md) | 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates | 0 | 5 |
| [Muscat](https://cruisello.com/destinations/middle-east-arabian-gulf/muscat.md) | 🇴🇲 Oman | 0 | 5 |
| [Abu Dhabi](https://cruisello.com/destinations/middle-east-arabian-gulf/abu-dhabi.md) | 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates | 0 | 1 |
| [Doha](https://cruisello.com/destinations/middle-east-arabian-gulf/doha.md) | 🇶🇦 Qatar | 0 | 1 |
| [Jeddah](https://cruisello.com/destinations/middle-east-arabian-gulf/jeddah.md) | 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia | 0 | 1 |
| [Safaga](https://cruisello.com/destinations/middle-east-arabian-gulf/safaga.md) | 🇪🇬 Egypt | 0 | 1 |

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