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Qatar, United Arab Emirates Cruise itinerary - Costa Cruises

Qatar, United Arab Emirates

7 nights sailing from Muscat (Oman) on cruise ship Costa Smeralda

Itinerary: Sailing from Muscat (Oman), visiting Doha (Qatar), Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Dubai, Dubai, ending in Muscat (Oman).

Other embarkation ports : from Abu Dhabi from Dubai from Doha

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14 Jan

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21 Jan

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28 Jan

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11 Feb

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Cruise Itinerary

Full Itinerary

Day 1 Muscat (Oman) Embarkation | Departure: 19:00H

Thousand and one nights (Oman Gulf) Onboard Experience

Day 3 Doha (Qatar) Arrival time: 07:00H | Departure: 17:30H 10 hours in destination

Doha Bay Onboard Experience

Day 4 Abu Dhabi Arrival time: 07:00H | Departure: 23:00H 16 hours in destination

Day 5 Dubai Arrival time: 08:00H

Day 6 Dubai

Day 7 Dubai Departure: 13:00H

Sea of Stars (Oman Gulf) Onboard Experience

Day 8 Muscat (Oman) Arrival time: 08:30H

Qatar, United Arab Emirates

7 nights Cruise on Costa Smeralda. Sailing from Muscat (Oman), visiting Doha (Qatar), Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Dubai, Dubai, ending in Muscat (Oman).

Muscat (Oman)

Embarkation | Departure: 19:00H

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.

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Onboard Experience

Thousand and one nights (Oman Gulf)

Schedule: 23:30H - 01:00H

In the heart of the Gulf of Oman, the ship is transformed into a seaside oasis for the Arabian Nights experience. Between luxurious tents, belly dancers and fascinating melodies, you will feel as if you were in the warm atmosphere of the desert. A unique and captivating experience.

Doha (Qatar)

Arrival time: 07:00H | Departure: 17:30H | 10 hours in destination

Doha is Qatar's largest city and is also the economic centre of the country. The visual highlight of Doha is Al-Corniche, a long seaside promenade around Doha Bay offering beautiful views of Palm Tree Island and the city´s skyscrapers. An iconic feature of the Doha skyline is the Museum of Islamic Art, designed by architect I.M. Pei, who was inspired by elements of classic Islamic architecture. Museum of Orientalists: The Orientalist Collection of the State of Qatar is one of the most significant collections ever assembled in the world. Clock Tower, next to the Grand Mosque, features Arabic numerals on its face. The Pearl Qatar is a luxury neighbourbood on a man-made island on the northern side of Doha, where you will see many Rolls-Royce, Maserati and Ferrari cars.

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Onboard Experience

Doha Bay

Schedule: 18:00H - 20:00H | 2 hours in destination

Experience the luxury of the Emirates at a party while enjoying the spectacular skyline of Doha. An exclusive playlist and dancers who create a magnetic atmosphere with their immersive dance, add a special touch to the party, providing a unique experience.

Abu Dhabi

Arrival time: 07:00H | Departure: 23:00H | 16 hours in destination

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.

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Dubai

Arrival time: 08:00H

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.

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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.

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Dubai

Embarkation | Departure: 13:00H

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.

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Onboard Experience

Sea of Stars (Oman Gulf)

Schedule: 23:00H - 23:59H

Explore the captivating night skies of the Oman Gulf. With the help of an expert guide, you'll venture into thestories and legends hidden behind the constellations of the Emirates, giving you breathtaking moments under the stars.

Muscat (Oman)

Arrival time: 08:30H

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Costa Smeralda is the ambassador for innovation, style and Italian hospitality plus you will enjoy your cruise while respecting the environment thanks to the LNG propulsion system, the cleanest in the world.

Costa Smeralda was Christened in 2019. Its name pays tribute to the emerald coast of Northern Sardinia. This ship offers great innovation and technology, being a non-polluting LNG vessel. With the architectural design, the animation on board, the proposed gastronomic wealth and many other features you won't have time to get bored, there are always things going on for the whole family. The spaces are inspired by the Italian squares: the big stern stairs will give you the impression that you are in Rome, in Piazza di Spagna. Enjoy beautiful Italian design, style and cuisine.

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Inaugurated 2019

Beam 42 m.

Length 337 m.

Tonnage 182.700 tn.

Occupancy 6518

Crew 1682

Ratio passenger / crew Standard 4:1

Number of decks 17

Number of staterooms 2612

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Costa Smeralda's highlights

17 decks for guests, 11 with cabins

11 decks, each dedicated to an Italian city: Milan, Capri, Palerme, Venise, Rome, Florence...

19 bars with very different atmospheres

19 bars with very different atmospheres, Ferrari Pumante; Aperol Spritz, the elegant Campari bar, a jazz piano bar, the Grand Bar Mastroiani, the Maranello Sports Bar, Bacaro Veneziano - a Venetian-style bar, two gelatar...

Main features & highlights

A superior space entirely reserved for sunbathing, calm and relaxation (without any eating facilities)Monumental staircase (open amphitheater)Walk above the void (glass floor on the top deck of the ship)Panoramic walkPri...

Costa Smeralda Wellness and Sports

Samsara Spa with beauty salon, gym; sauna, hammam, massages, thalassotherapy pool, 16 treatment rooms. Virtus (deck 16), the gym; Multi-sports field (deck 18); Private 19 (deck 19), vip «sun deck»; The «water park» ; 4 ...

The Colosseum «Colosseo»: the theater at the bow of the ship

The heart of Costa Smeralda is a space centered on three decks dedicated to the best shows. The visual interaction is very striking thanks to the luminous screens on both the walls and the dome, which offer the possibili...

Italy’s Finest: Unique style, innovative design

Adam Tihany is known worldwide as one of the most famous designers in the hotel industry. Pride, character; refinement, sense of time and style are the 5 pillars on which Tihany leaned to begin his inspirational journey ...

The first non-polluting LNG vessel

Technological innovation being the first non-polluting LNG vessel .Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) is a commercial grade natural gas condensed in a liquid state. It consists mainly of methane.It is odorless, non-toxic; non-c...

Piazza di Spagna

Its spaces are inspired by the Italian squares: the big stern stairs will give you the impression that you are in Rome, in Piazza di Spagna.

Co.De Costa Design Museum

Costa Smeralda is the first ship with a museum, exclusively created for the ship. This museum is dedicated to the best of Italian design, the Co.De (Costa Design Museum) .The museum designed by Adam Tihany, architect and...

11 Restaurants More choice, more freedom and no waiting

A varied gastronomy of all types and for all tastes. 11 restaurants: 4 main restaurants, 2 buffet restaurants, 2 exclusive restaurants, 3 restaurants against a fee + 5 other food courts. A total of 16 places to eat! Plu...

Piazza Trastevere brings everyting together

Piazza Trastevere brings together bars, shops and entertainment - as in Italy. The central square that offers bars, shops and entertainment in one place

106 Cabins with Terrace on the sea

Costa Smeralda includes a large number of balconies, 63 % of cabins have a balcony. And 106 cabins belong to a new cabin categor named **Terrace at the Sea**. Mer & Marine: The decoration mixes in a very successful way m...

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What's included onboard?

A world of entertainment activities: games, competitions, treasure hunts, tournaments, parties, karaoke, theme evenings; Children entertainment: Squok and Teen Clubs divided by age group: Mini Club (ages 3-6 years), Maxi Club (ages 7-11), Teen Club Junior (ages 12-14), Teen Club (ages 15-17); Music shows, cabaret and talent shows in the theatre, dance and parties every night plus Disco.

All Costa cruises include all meals as standard; Breakfast, lunch and dinner are available in either the buffet or main dining room which are included in the cruise fare.

You always enjoy full board on board Costa; The full board includes coffee in the morning, breakfast, lunch, dinner, afternoon tea and buffets; Meals by the pool and mouthwatering dinners at the restaurant; every evening you have the choice of a relaxed bite to eat at the buffet, or a more traditional dinner in the main restaurant.

All cabins have every comfort you need for a pleasant stay: private bathrooms with soap bars and liquid soap for the shower, air conditioning, telephone, cable radio, satellite TV and safe; Your cabin is cleaned daily and all the linen you require (sheets and towels) is supplied and changed regularly.

Use of the pools and jacuzzis on the lidos, sun loungers and beach towels; Use of the ship's special areas and facilities: library and card room; Use of the ship's special areas and facilities: gym, multi-sport pitches, jogging track; Gym classes (aerobics, stretching, dance exercises, step aerobics) led by gym instructors (some classes as yoga or pilates might be available on some ships at a cost)

What's not included?

Costa Cruises will add a service charge per person, per day to the onboard account as a gratuity for cabin and dining services; the service charge is calculated daily according to the length of the cruise, the destination and the ship; Rates vary from €11 or $13,50 for most sailings to €14,50 or $17,50 for selected sailings (these rates may vary and are compulsory); Children between the ages of 4 and 14 will be charged 50%.

Charges apply for room service and breakfast in the cabin.

Shoreside excursions are not included unless you have booked an excursion package or the cruise fare that includes an excursions package

Speciality restaurants such as Club restaurant, Samsara restaurant, Pummid'oro pizzeria, Wine Bar, Chocolate Bar and Ice Cream Parlour are not included (only available on some ships)

Treatments in the Beauty salon and treatments and use of Samsara Spa are not included (The spa is only available on some ships); charges also apply for Yoga and pilates classes where available

Sports simulators and state-of-the-art games (only available on some ships) and gambling games in the casino are not included

Shops, boutiques and photographs; Laundry and ironing service; WiFi is available everywhere on board and Internet Point at an extra charge.

Beverages are not included unless an all-inclusive drinks package fare has been booked; if drinks are not included in your cruise fare, a 15% gratuity is added to beverage purchases which are added to the onboard account.

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Option with Drinks incl. available!
With MY DRINKS PACKAGE you will enjoy on board Cold drinks (Coca-Cola, soda, orange soda, iced teas or fruit juices). Cappuccinos, hot chocolates and the best Vergnano coffee. One 1/2 litre bottle of San Benedetto mineral water every day plus unlimited glasses of water in every bar. Heineken draft beer, glasses of excellent wine and Casa Sant'Orsola and Cinzano sparkling wines. Non-alcoholic fruit beverages, Aperol Spritz and Crodino for aperitifs. Classic cocktails like Gin and Tonic, Mojito and Bacardi Breezer. After dinner drinks (brandy, whiskey, cognac and liqueurs). Drink packages are not valid in the Archipelago Restaurant and Casanova Restaurant. Some bars and/or thematic restaurants offer a reduced selection of drinks: check the bar list on board to order. Luxury brands and drinks from the Mini Bar in the cabin are no included.

The package must be booked by all guests with the same booking number and/or travelling in the same cabin. The package for young people aged 4-17 years does not contain any alcoholic beverages.