DAY 1 – JEDDAH, SAUDI ARABIA
As the most historic port in Saudi Arabia, Jeddah is packed full of cultural riches. Apart from being the gateway to Mecca, the city is famous for being the burial place of Eve, the mother of humanity. Although the city today buzzes with modernity, the past is very much present, largely thanks to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Old Jeddah where you can stroll the streets lined with beautiful and traditional 19th century architecture.
DAY 2 – AT SEA
Relax in luxury with Crystal’s onboard amenities. Unwind at the pool, or enjoy the elegance of the bars and lounges as you sail towards Petra.
DAY 3 – AQABA (PETRA), JORDAN
Carved into a rock facade, Petra is an ancient archeological city and UNESCO World Heritage Site located in the southwestern desert of Jordan. Situated at the top of its namesake gulf, Aqaba brings a refreshing release from the rose-colored desert to the north. Its sandy beaches and coral reefs are the most pristine on the Red Sea, and Jordanians hope to preserve them through careful planning. Beyond the modernity of Aqaba itself, the UNESCO treasure of Petra – an ancient rock-carved Nabataean city once lost to the Western world – and the wonders of the Wadi Rum await discovery.
DAY 4 – SAFAGA (LUXOR), EGYPT
Delve into the world of ancient Egypt in Luxor, a treasure trove of historically significant temples, tombs and monuments located on the east bank of the Nile. On the Red Sea coast, this small city offers beautiful beaches and glorious weather, even snorkeling and diving among the offshore reefs. More intriguingly, it serves as the gateway to Luxor on the west bank of the Nile River, where the Valley of the Kings reveals the elaborate tombs and underground mausoleums of pharaohs such as Tutankhamun and Ramses II.
DAY 5 – AT SEA
Relax in luxury with Crystal’s onboard amenities. Unwind at the pool, or enjoy the elegance of the bars and lounges as you sail towards the Suez Canal.
DAY 6 – SUEZ CANAL TRANSIT, EGYPT
The Suez Canal is a manmade waterway created to connect the Red Sea with the Mediterranean Sea. Located in Egypt, the canal was inaugurated in 1869 and has become an important maritime passage.
DAY 7 – ALEXANDRIA, EGYPT
There are few cities on earth as steeped in history as Alexandria, the city heaves with echoes of ancient greatness.
Head to the Alexandria’s shoreline, adorned with historic forts and picturesque beaches, evokes both romance and history. The Citadel of Qaitbay, a medieval fortress on the Mediterranean’s edge, was built in the place of the city’s famous lighthouse (one of the original Seven Wonders of the World) stands as a testament to Egypt’s maritime past.
DAY 8 – AT SEA
Relax in luxury with Crystal’s onboard amenities. Unwind at the pool, or enjoy the elegance of the bars and lounges as you sail towards Athens.
DAY 9 – ATHENS, GREECE
Experience the vibrant and historic port of Piraeus, Athens gateway to the Aegean islands and beyond, and find a rich maritime heritage, a bustling local culture, and access to the wonders of Athens. Venture through Greece’s largest port city, Piraeus, as you make your way to the cradle of Western culture and the birthplace of democracy.
