Mumbai to Athens Cruise on Silver Muse from Bombay (Mumbai)

Bombay (Mumbai)

Mumbai, also known as Bombay, is the capital city of the Indian state of Maharashtra. It is the most populous city in India, and the fourth most populous city in the world, with a total metropolitan area population of approximately 20.5 million. Mumbai Suburban Railway system carries more than 6.99 million commuters on a daily basis. It has the highest passenger densities of any urban railway system in the world. Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport is India´s second-busiest airport in terms of passenger traffic. The architecture of the city is a blend of Gothic Revival, Indo-Saracenic, Art Deco, and other contemporary styles. Most of the buildings during the British period, such as the Victoria Terminus and Bombay University, were built in Gothic Revival style Mumbai´s culture is a blend of traditional festivals, food, music and theatres. The city offers a cosmopolitan and diverse lifestyle with a variety of food, entertainment and night life, available in a form and abundance comparable to that in other world capitals. Mumbai´s history as a major trading centre has led to a diverse range of cultures, religions and cuisines coexisting in the city. This unique blend of cultures is due to the migration of people from all over India since the British period. Tourist Attractions: Gate way of India Juhu Beach Haji-Ali Adlabs Imagica Bandstand Linking Road Fashion Street Mahalaxmi Racecourse

Muscat (Oman)

This country will catch you slowly, with no hurries. First with the odours, like incense; after, with the flavours, sweet like the dates and the tea; and finally with the people, simple and friendly, and with a naivety nearly childis. Here you will find the Sultans Palace and the original city port, flanked with the forts Jalali and Mirani.

Salalah (Oman)

It is a modern city, that is raised between coconut trees and bannana trees. It is very famous in the area the incense tree that provides the sap that was so searched for in the ancient times. Inside the city it is interesting to visit the tomb of Homran, where it is said that the father of Virgin Mary is buried, the Sultans Palace and the As Salam strees, the shopping center of the city, where we can find most of the shops and bussines. A place you can not miss is the ruins of Al Baleed. Near Salalah we find the desert of Al Khali Frotar, the biggest sand desert in the world.Some agencies offer day and night excursions where you will enjoy the silence and the stars. We can also find villages like Wadi Dawkah, Shisr Wubar, Khor Rori and Al Balid, declared Human heritage by the UNESCO.

Jeddah (Saudi Arabia)

Jeddah is a city located on the coast of the Red Sea and is the major city of the western Saudi Arabia. It is the principal gateway to Mecca and Medina Islam's holiest cities, and a great commercial city in Saudi Arabia. Jeddah lies along the coast of the RedSea, connected to the the Corniche, open-air sculptures and works of art, typically situated in roundabouts, making the city one of the largest open-air art galleries in the world. You will find about a dozen museums or collections in Jeddah such as: Jeddah Regional Museum of Archaeology and Ethnography, the Jeddah Municipal Museum, the Nasseef House, the Humane Heritage Museum or the private Abdul Rauf Hasan Khali Museum.

Safaga (Egypt)

Safaga is a small coastal location in the Red Sea, located south of Hughada, very touristic. In this little paradise the prefered activities for those that chose to spend their holidays here, are windsurf and snorkeling. To visit this exotic and hidden place it is necessary to book an excursion with transfers, accommodation in hotels and internal visits. This way, a guide will wait for us at the airport to take us to the hotel while he advises us on everything that is necessary for our stay. The main attraction of this paradise and the first place that we are going to visit is the beach. The coral reef that exists on the beach on the Read Sea is one of the most amazing in the world and any snorkelling or diving lover must get to know. Only entering the water a few steps we will see in the crystalline water an infinite number of coloured fish with unique shapes simming around.

Safaga (Egypt)

Safaga is a small coastal location in the Red Sea, located south of Hughada, very touristic. In this little paradise the prefered activities for those that chose to spend their holidays here, are windsurf and snorkeling. To visit this exotic and hidden place it is necessary to book an excursion with transfers, accommodation in hotels and internal visits. This way, a guide will wait for us at the airport to take us to the hotel while he advises us on everything that is necessary for our stay. The main attraction of this paradise and the first place that we are going to visit is the beach. The coral reef that exists on the beach on the Read Sea is one of the most amazing in the world and any snorkelling or diving lover must get to know. Only entering the water a few steps we will see in the crystalline water an infinite number of coloured fish with unique shapes simming around.

Ain Sukhna

Suez Canal

The Suez canal is an artificial sea level waterway that joins the Mediteranean Sea with the red sea. It allows navigation between Asia and Europe without surrounding Africa.

Heraklion (Crete)

Heraklion, or Heraclion is the largest city and capital of the island of Crete, Greece. It is one of the largest cities in Greece. The ruins of Knossos, which were excavated and restored by Arthur Evans, are nearby. Top places to visit include the Minoan Palaces of Knossos and Phaistos and the Venetian structures in Heraklion Town, like the Koules Fortress and the Morosini Lions Fountain. Heraklion is a beautiful island and is loved by cruise passengers. There are pristine beaches to enjoy, including Matala, Agia Pelagia, and Malia. Delicious local cuisines also await, and you can’t visit Greece without trying some delicacies such as Dakos, Dolma and Kalitsounia. In short, Heraklion is an island that offers it all and we’re sure one visit won’t be enough.

Athens (Piraeus)

Athens, the capital city of Greece is an active cosmopolitan mix of different cultures and people, passionate about their art and history. The climate is one of the best in Europe, with mild winters and very hot summers, ideal for tourism. It is located just a few miles from the port of Piraeus, the central commercial port of the capital, and the shores of southern Attica. The main attractions of Athens are The Ancient Agora, Anafiotika, The Acropolis, Mount Lycabettus, Thiseion Cinema, Gazi, Monastiraki Flea Market, Pireaus seaside, Pireaus open air market, Kastella Hill, Veakio open air theatre and Piraeus Archaeological.