This 8-night Explora itinerary links Sur to Dubai, threading 5 ports of call through 2 countries with 4 days at sea to unwind aboard Explora I.
Why sail this route
You unpack once and let the ship do the travelling: 2 countries over 8 nights, starting in Sur and finishing in Dubai, with a new port waiting most mornings instead of airports and hotel check-ins.
The pacing runs to 5 port days and 4 days at sea — time to enjoy the ship between stops.
Good to know
- Best for
- Culture-led travellers
- Season
- Winter sailing
- Route
- Sur → Dubai
- Pace
- 5 port days · 4 sea days
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The Ship
Your home for all 8 nights aboard Explora I — so you unpack once and wake up somewhere new each morning.
About This Cruise
The 8 Night A Journey of Magical Celebration beneath the Arabian Stars is a 8-night one-way itinerary aboard Explora I. You board in Sur and disembark in Dubai, calling at 5 ports across 2 countries along the way.
In sequence the voyage takes in Oman (Sur, Muscat), United Arab Emirates (Khor Fakkan), Oman (Khasab) and United Arab Emirates (Dubai).
As a one-way sailing you'll fly into Sur and home from Dubai, so it's worth checking the two gateways before you book. Longer hops are crossed on the 4 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.