Itinerary
- Day 1
Aqaba
You'll arrive at the airport and transfer directly to your luxury Emerald Cruises yacht. From there, you're ready to start your Red Sea voyage from Aqaba, Jordan's main coastal city.
- Meals
- Dinner (Welcome Reception & Dinner)
- Day 2
Aqaba
Spend the day in Aqaba checking out the coral reefs and what's underwater. The water here is warm and clear, so you can dive or snorkel. The city itself has a long history stretching back around 4,000 B.C.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Diving in coral reefs
- Snorkeling in the Red Sea
- Exploring sunken vessels
- Day 3
Aqaba to Eilat
You'll sail to Eilat on Israel's coast. The water is clear enough to see colorful coral reefs, which makes for good snorkeling and diving. When evening comes around, head into town to walk through the markets and try some restaurants and bars.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Snorkeling in coral reefs
- Diving expeditions
- Exploring lively markets
- Beach relaxation
- Day 4
Eilat to Sharm el-Sheikh
Next you'll cruise to Sharm el-Sheikh on Egypt's Sinai Peninsula, where desert meets the sea. You can either spend time diving and snorkeling at the coral reefs or wander through the old mosques and bazaars in town.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Diving in Red Sea
- Exploring mosques
- Shopping in bazaars
- Beach activities
- Day 5
Sharm el-Sheikh to Ain Sokhna
The yacht heads to Ain Sokhna, a seaside town on the Gulf of Suez. It's located just two hours from Cairo, so from this port you'll have access to the Great Pyramids of Giza and the other major historic sites nearby.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Visit to Great Pyramids of Giza
- Excursion to Cairo
Landmarks Great Pyramids of Giza - Day 6
Ain Sokhna to Safaga
This is a relaxation day at sea as you sail through the Red Sea. You'll arrive in Safaga by early evening. This small port town gives you access to Egypt's most important ancient sites, particularly Luxor and its collection of historical ruins.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Excursion to Luxor
- Visit to ancient temples
Landmarks Luxor - Day 7
Safaga
You're in Safaga for the day with time to dive and snorkel in the coral reefs. The water stays warm year-round and visibility is excellent. If you prefer a slower pace, you can relax on the beaches or just soak in the local atmosphere.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Diving in coral reefs
- Snorkeling in Red Sea
- Beach relaxation
- Swimming
- Day 8
Safaga to Duba
You'll arrive in Duba, Saudi Arabia, which sits on the northern part of the Red Sea coast. The weather is pleasant and the beaches are good for swimming or just sitting in the sun. There's also fresh seafood and chances to see local marine life.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Swimming and sunbathing
- Seafood dining
- Beach exploration
- Day 9
Duba
Another relaxing day at sea on your yacht. You'll have time to use the ship's facilities including the infinity pool, wellness zone, and the Observation Lounge where you can take in the views.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Use of infinity pool
- Wellness zone facilities
- Observation Lounge access
- Day 10
Duba to Yanbu
You reach Yanbu, known for diving because the water is clear and warm with nice coral reefs. Head into the old town called Yanbu Al-Balad to see the historic coral stone buildings that show the city's past as an ancient port.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Diving expeditions
- Exploring Old Town (Yanbu Al-Balad)
- Snorkeling with marine species
Landmarks Yanbu Al-Balad (Old Town) - Day 11
Yanbu to Jeddah
The yacht sails to Jeddah, a major port city and the gateway to Mecca and Medina. In Al-Balad, the old UNESCO-protected district from the 7th century, you can walk narrow streets lined with traditional coral stone homes and check out the souks.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Farewell Reception & Dinner)
Optional Activities
- Exploring Al-Balad historical district
- Visiting traditional homes
- Shopping in souks
Landmarks Al-Balad 
- Day 12
Jeddah
Your cruise ends in Jeddah. After you say goodbye to the crew and other passengers, you'll transfer from the yacht to Jeddah Airport for your flight home or to continue elsewhere.
- Meals
- Breakfast
