Explora · 7-Night Voyage

7 Night A Journey through Arabian Opulence & Cultural Marvels of the Gulf

7 NightsDammam → Dubai9 Ports of Call6 Sea DaysAboard Explora I

A 7-night one-way voyage aboard Explora I, sailing from Dammam to Dubai. It calls at 9 ports of call across 4 countries — Saudi Arabia, Qatar, United Arab Emirates and Oman, with 6 days at sea. Departs December 23, 2027.

The Voyage · Interactive Map
Port of call Sailing route
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Drawn to scale from real coastline data — hover any port to explore it.

This 7-night Explora itinerary links Dammam to Dubai, threading 9 ports of call through 4 countries with 6 days at sea to unwind aboard Explora I.

7Nights
9Ports
6Sea Days
DammamRound-Trip

Why sail this route

You unpack once and let the ship do the travelling: 4 countries over 7 nights, starting in Dammam and finishing in Dubai, with a new port waiting most mornings instead of airports and hotel check-ins.

The pacing runs to 9 port days and 6 days at sea — time to enjoy the ship between stops.

Good to know

Best for
Culture-led travellers
Season
Winter sailing
Route
Dammam → Dubai
Pace
9 port days · 6 sea days

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Hover a day to find it on the map.

  1. Day1
    At Sea
    A Day at Sea
  2. Day2
    At Sea
    A Day at Sea
  3. Day3
    At Sea
    A Day at Sea
  4. Day4
    Saudi Arabia
    Dammam 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
    Explore Dammam
  5. Day5
    Qatar
    Doha 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
    Explore Doha
  6. Day6
    United Arab Emirates
    Abu Dhabi 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
    Explore Abu Dhabi
  7. Day7
    United Arab Emirates
    Ras Al-Khaimah 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
    Explore Ras Al-Khaimah
  8. Day8
    United Arab Emirates
    Dubai
    Explore Dubai
  9. Day9
    At Sea
    A Day at Sea
  10. Day10
    At Sea
    A Day at Sea
  11. Day11
    Oman
    Sur 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
    Explore Sur
  12. Day12
    Oman
    Muscat 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
    Explore Muscat
  13. Day13
    At Sea
    A Day at Sea
  14. Day14
    United Arab Emirates
    Khor Fakkan 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
    Explore Khor Fakkan
  15. Day15
    Oman
    Khasab 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
    Explore Khasab
  16. Day16
    United Arab Emirates · Disembark
    Dubai Arrives 7:00 AM
    Explore Dubai

The Ship

Explora I
87.6
SCORE
Your floating hotel
Explora I

Your home for all 7 nights aboard Explora I — so you unpack once and wake up somewhere new each morning.

2023Launched
64,000Gross Tons
249 mLength
922Guests
700Crew
13Decks
OnboardCasino·Spa & Thermal Suite·Water Slide·Kids' Pool
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About This Cruise

The 7 Night A Journey through Arabian Opulence & Cultural Marvels of the Gulf is a 7-night one-way itinerary aboard Explora I. You board in Dammam and disembark in Dubai, calling at 9 ports across 4 countries along the way.

In sequence the voyage takes in Saudi Arabia (Dammam), Qatar (Doha), United Arab Emirates (Abu Dhabi, Ras Al-Khaimah, Dubai), Oman (Sur, Muscat), United Arab Emirates (Khor Fakkan), Oman (Khasab) and 1 more.

As a one-way sailing you'll fly into Dammam and home from Dubai, so it's worth checking the two gateways before you book. Longer hops are crossed on the 6 days at sea, keeping daylight hours for the ports. Sailing dates, cabin availability and fares vary by season — use Check Dates & Prices for live pricing, or call our team to talk through the options.

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