Cruise Line |
Crystal Cruises |
Ship |
Crystal Symphony |
Destination |
Africa - North & Middle East |
Nights |
12 |
Departure Date |
27 Oct 2021 |
Description |
12 Night cruise departing from Abu Dhabi to Mumbai onboard Crystal Symphony.
Enjoy two days in both Dubai and Abu Dhabi, where skyscraping innovations and renowned museums marry ancient traditions. Overnight in Mumbai, home to colorful bazaars and Bollywood, and discover Muscat’s seaside tranquility.
Highlights of this cruise:
Abu Dhabi, UAE
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, saw its first paved road in 1961, a few years after oil was discovered in the area. Since then, development has been at times cautious and later vigorous, resulting in today's wide modern boulevards lined with glistening towers. The city's banks, boutiques and highrises stand testament to a vital economy. Indeed, Abu Dhabi, the capital city of the UAE, is not only the most prosperous Emirate, but is also considered the wealthiest city in the world. With its ongoing commitment to science, education and the arts, Abu Dhabi is also seeking to be ranked as one of the world's top cultural destinations. The groundwork has recently been laid for a 200-million-dollar Guggenheim Museum, designed by none other than Frank Gehry. Scheduled for completion in 2011, the museum will showcase a prestigious collection of modernist and contemporary art. The structure promises to be a masterpiece in and of itself, as it promises to be the largest of the Guggenheim museums.
Manamah, Bahrain
The capital of Bahrain, Manama (also Manamah) offers a compelling mix of local culture and world influences. Just under one-third of the Persian-Gulf city’s residents hail from other countries, giving it an infusion of international sensibilities. The result: An abundance of chic clubs and luxury accommodations, making Manama the place to shop and dine. Chances to become immersed in the Manama of the past are readily available too, as Arab boats called dhows populate the waters, and camel rides and pearl diving excursions remain popular ways to experience traditional pursuits. As for the future, it is bright and grand, as represented by plans for the Murjan Tower, envisioned to be the world’s tallest structure.
Doha, Qatar
As home to over eighty percent of the emirate's population, headquarters for Al Jazeera Arabic television and capital of Qatar, Doha is a cultural and political hub of the Persian Gulf. It is also a growing metropolis, with the number of residents increasing by more than 60,000 between 2004 and 2006. This expansion is attributed at least in part to changes in property laws. Expatriates, of whom there are many in Qatar, were once not permitted to own land. Now non-citizens can purchase land, which entitles them to become a part of Qatar's thriving economy. So the rush is on, with acreage being scooped up and developed at a rate that compares to Dubai. Sheikh Hama bin Khalifa's modernization program further fuels the building boom. One of Doha's more impressive construction projects is the Pearl, an artificial island that covers 985 acres and house up to 30,000 residents.
Dubai, UAE
Tiny Dubai is a member of the United Arab Emirates, the cluster of prosperous sheikdoms along the Arabian Sea. Dubai grew rich on pearls and gold, but today its bread and butter is petroleum, a source of fabulous wealth. In the offshore oil fields of Dubai are three submerged oil tanks, each twenty stories tall, which locals call “The Three Pyramids of Dubai.
Muscat, Oman
Situated on a striking cove on the Gulf of Oman, ringed by striking volcanic mountains and guarded by two ancient Portuguese forts, diminutive Muscat is the capital of the Sultanate of Oman. Its architecture is a picturesque blend of Arab, Indian, African and European styles. Look for the sultan's palace at the water's edge, or visit the important national museum.
Mumbai (Bombay), India
India contains a bewildering variety of tribes, religions, cultures and languages-and most are present in Mumbai, one of the world's most densely populated cities. Remnants of British rule along oceanfront Marine Drive stand alongside the thought-provoking former home of Mahatma Gandhi, and the cave temple at Elephanta with its second-century Hindu gods. |
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Itinerary |
Cruise Itinerary
Day | Date | Activity | Arrive | Depart |
1 |
27/10 |
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates |
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overnight |
2 |
28/10 |
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates |
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05:00 PM |
3 |
29/10 |
Manama, Bahrain |
07:00 AM |
overnight |
4 |
30/10 |
Manama, Bahrain |
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06:00 PM |
5 |
31/10 |
Doha,Qatar |
08:00 AM |
06:00 PM |
6 |
01/11 |
Dubai, United Arab Emirates |
08:00 AM |
overnight |
7 |
02/11 |
Dubai, United Arab Emirates |
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06:00 PM |
8 |
03/11 |
Muscat, Oman |
02:00 PM |
overnight |
9 |
04/11 |
Muscat, Oman |
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06:00 PM |
10 |
05/11 |
At sea |
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11 |
06/11 |
At sea |
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12 |
07/11 |
Mumbai (Bombay), India |
06:00 AM |
overnight |
13 |
08/11 |
Mumbai (Bombay), India |
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All itineraries and ports of call at the discretion of the cruise line subject to local weather conditions and may change without notice.
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