Turkey, Egypt, Jordan, Oman, United Arab Emirates Cruise on Celestyal Discovery from Lavrio (Athens)

Lavrio (Athens)

Small city of historical interest, located in the southeastern part of Attica, Greece. It is located about 60 km SE of Athens. Lavrio is found on a bay that overlooks the island of Makronisos, also named Helena. Some of the places to visit are: the Island of Kea, Lavrion Mineralogical Museum, the Ancient site of Thorikos and the Gold and silver metalworking exhibition.

Kusadasi (Turkey)

With a mix of modern beach resorts alongside traditional bazaars, Kusadasi is a popular tourist destination on the Aegean coast in the Aydin Province of Turkey. Aside from its golden sandy beaches and warm clear waters, Kusadasi boasts a variety of attractions most famous of which is Ephesus, the Mediterranean’s best-preserved classical city. Marble pillars of the Library of Celsus support intricate friezes and sculptures, while the enormous theatre delivers superb views over the city. Visitors can also discover Kusadasi on horseback, swim with the horses at Pamucak Beach or take time to visit array of stalls and shops that comprise the local bazaar.

Sharm El Sheik (Egypt)

Sharm el-Sheikh is a city situated on the southern tip of the Sinai Peninsula, in South Sinai Governorate, Egypt, on the coastal strip along the Red Sea. Which includes the smaller coastal towns of Dahab and Nuweiba as well as the mountainous interior, Saint Catherine’s Monastery and Mount Sinai. It is a part of Egypt's Asian land, as Egypt is a transcontinental country. Sharm el-Sheikh has also become a favourite spot for scuba divers from around the world. Being situated near the Red Sea, it provides some of the most stunning underwater scenery and warm water making this an ideal place to dive. Visitors to Sharm el-Sheikh can experience a variety of water and activities. Beach seekers find many activities such as diving, snorkelling, windsurfing,kitesurfing, para-sailing, boating, and canoeing. Ras Mohammed is the national park of South Sinai, located on the tip of the Sinai Peninsula. Along with Nabq, it has famous dive sites in the Red Sea, with 2,600 ft deep reef walls, pounding current and coral gardens.

Aqaba (Jordan)

Aqaba is a Jordanian coastal city situated at the northeastern tip of the Red Sea. Aqaba is the largest city on the Gulf of Aqaba and Jordan's only coastal city. Aqaba is well known for its beach resorts and luxury hotels, which service those who come for diving, fun in the sand as well as watersports like windsurfing and Scuba diving. It also offers activities which take advantage of its desert location. Its many coffee shops offer mansaf and knafeh, and baqlawa desserts. Another very popular venue is the Turkish Bath (Hamam) built in 306AD, in which locals and visitors alike come to relax after a hot day. Aqaba and Wadi Rum are the sites of the annual Jordan – Middle East Distant Heat Festival, an annual electronic dance festival. It takes place on 31 July and 1 August. DJs from Jordan, the Middle East and around the world participate in this unique dance festival..

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.

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.

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.