Dubai to Southampton Cruise on MSC Virtuosa from Dubai

Dubai

This sunny, arid paradise on the edge of the desert also happens to be one of the world's fastest growing cities and a premier luxury travel destination for visitors around the world.

Dubai

This sunny, arid paradise on the edge of the desert also happens to be one of the world's fastest growing cities and a premier luxury travel destination for visitors around the world.

Abu Dhabi

The largest of the seven United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi combines tranquil beaches and beautiful oasis in the desert with an exciting city life. The elegant sports lovers will enjoy the endless activities offered by the area as cricket, golf and equestrian activities.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Valletta (Malta)

Valletta is the capital of Malta, situated in the east central portion of Malta. It is the second southernmost capital of Europe. The city was officially recognised as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1980. The city is essentially Baroque in character, with elements of Mannerist, Neo Classical and Modern architecture in selected areas. The city consists of buildings from the 16th century onwards, built during the rule of the Order of St. John of Jerusalem, also known as Knights Hospitaller. The official name given by the Order of Saint John was Humilissima Civitas - Valletta the Most Humble City of Valletta. The bastions, curtains along with the beauty of its Baroque palaces, gardens, and churches, led the ruling houses of Europe to give the city its nickname Superbissima - Most Proud. Valletta cruise port is stunning and the views from your ship of the harbour will blow you away. There’s lots to see and do in the immediate port area, and shuttle buses are sometimes provided to take you further into the city. A day of exploring here will not disappoint.

Barcelona

The port of Barcelona was born about the same time as the city was. It is one of themost important ports in the Mediterranean, cruise ships leave the city to call on some of themost desirable cities in the Western Mediterranean. The port has modern facilities and allthe services needed to accommodate the many passengers who have Barcelona as anembarkation and a disembarkation port. Barcelona is one of the most cosmopolitan andmulticultural capitals of Europe. Among many attractions that include the Sagrada Familia,Montjuic, Gaudi's Güell Park and the famous Ramblas. It’s a hub of activity and the city isalways bustling.

Cadiz (Spain)

Cadiz is a city and port in southwestern Spain. The older part of Cadiz within the remnants of the city walls is commonly referred to as the Old Town It is characterized by the antiquity of its various quarters, among them El Pópulo, La Viña, and Santa María, which present a marked contrast to the newer areas of town. While the Old City's street plan consists of narrow winding alleys connecting large plazas, newer areas of Cadiz typically have wide avenues and more modern buildings. In addition, the city is dotted with numerous parks where exotic plants flourish, including giant trees supposedly brought to Spain by Columbus from the New World. Cadiz, situated on a peninsula, is home to some of Spain's most beautiful beaches. La Playa de la Caleta is the best-loved beach of Cadiz. It has always been in Carnival songs, due to its unequalled beauty and its proximity to the Barrio de la Viña. It is the beach of the Old City, situated between two castles, San Sebastian and Santa Catalina. La Caleta and the boulevard show a lot of resemblance to parts of Havana, the capital city of Cuba,

Vigo (Spain)

Vigo is a city and municipality situated in north-west Spain, in the Spanish autonomous community of Galicia, and on the ria, or bay, of the same name, on the Atlantic Ocean.It is located in the south-west of Galicia, in the southern part of the Vigo Bay. Vigo is not only one of the major industrial and economic cities in Galicia, but it is also one of the more important Roman centers of Pontevedra. Although within the city one will not find much Romanesque architecture, it can be seen a few miles away from the city center. In many of the municipality's neighborhoods and parishes a large number of Roman ruins remain. Such is the importance of the Roman remains in Vigo that many Spanish authors have come to coin the term Romanesque Vigo. Vigo retains three of the most important examples of Romanesque churches in southern Galicia:

Southampton

Southampton offers a perfect port for the best cruise ships that sail from the UK due to its size, design and great organization. It's also an ideal port for all those ships visiting the UK. Southampton offers various parking options around the area if needed and also a wide range of hotels if you need a pre-cruise stay before sailing. See our amazing cruise deals sailing from Southampton. Please contact us if you need information about Southampton's cruise terminals.