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Suez Canal Cruise: Piraeus to Aqaba aboard Silver Moon with visits to Greece, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and Jordan - 16 days
Suez Canal Cruise: Piraeus to Aqaba aboard Silver Moon with visits to Greece, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and Jordan - 16 days
About this cruise
Embark on a 16-day cruise in the Suez Canal. Depart from Piraeus and cruise aboard the Silver Moon ship to Aqaba. Explore captivating destinations in Greece, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and Jordan along the way.
Day 2: Heraklion (Crete), Greece. Arrival time: 09:00. Departure time: 17:00. Duration of port stay: 8 hours. The capital of Crete, also known as "Heraklion", is a city with many attractions and a vibrant nightlife. The numerous cafes, restaurants, and bars offer a pleasant and exciting evening. Attractions include the Archaeological Museum, the Venetian Fortress, churches with icons from the.
Day 3: Rhodes, Greece. Arrival time: 08:00. Departure time: 20:00. Duration of port stay: 12 hours. Rhodes, the island of the sun god Helios, is the largest and most popular island in the southeastern Aegean. Due to its geographically convenient location, it was once an important link between the East and the West. Along the 220 km long coastline, bays with beautiful shallow sandy beaches alternate with steep cliffs. The landscape in the interior of the island is mainly characterized by mountains, valleys, and plateaus. Rhodes has a history of more than 3000 years. Numerous archaeological sites of ancient buildings are evidence of a rich past. Sightseeing: ruins fro.
Day 4: Sea day.
Day 5: Alexandria, Egypt. Arrival time: 07:00. Departure time: 21:30. Duration of port stay: 14 hours 30 minutes. The second largest city in Egypt was founded in 332 BC by Alexander the Great. The city has two ports. The East Port experienced its heyday in the Middle Ages. Worth seeing: "Pompey`s Pillar," "Cleopatra`s Obelisk" within the old city walls, "Abu Al-Abbas Mosque" (a stylistic masterpiece of Islamic architecture), "Ras el Tin Palace," "Montaza Palace," "Fort of Sultan Qaytbay" at the port with fantastic views of Alexandria. Other attractions are the two remnants from Roman.
Day 6: Sea day.
Day 7: Suez Canal, Egypt. Arrival time: 03:30. Departure time: 17:00. Duration of port stay: 13 hours 30 minutes. Two seas are connected by the Suez Canal - the Mediterranean Sea and the Red Sea. The canal separates Africa from Asia, was built in 1869, and is now the second most important waterway in the world. With its approximately 193 kilometers, this man-made canal stretches from Port Said in the Mediterranean to the city of Suez, where it.
Day 8: Safaga, Egypt. Arrival time: 07:00. Safaga, about 53 km south of Hurghada, gets its unique character from its port and the small tourist resort surrounding it. One special feature of the place is the black sand dunes, an excellent spot for all sun worshippers. Additionally, the extremely salty water here is said to have particularly beneficial effects on the skin. Safaga is also known as a diver`s paradise.
Day 9: Safaga, Egypt. Departure time: 21:30. Safaga, about 53 km south of Hurghada, gets its unique character from its port and the small tourist resort surrounding it. One special feature of the place is the black sand dunes, an excellent spot for all sun worshippers. Additionally, the extremely salty water here is said to have particularly beneficial effects on the skin. Safaga is also known as a diver`s paradise.
Day 10: Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt. Arrival time: 08:00. Departure time: 17:00. Duration of port stay: 9 hours. Sharm El Sheikh, located at the southern tip of the Sinai Peninsula, used to be a simple fishing village in a romantically situated bay. Today, it is a luxurious, modern holiday resort. The area around the town consists of a variety of bays with exceptional coral reefs. The main activities are water sports and diving, but the Sinai Desert also invites adventurous and fascinating excursions with of.
Day 11: Sea day.
Day 12: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Arrival time: 08:00. Jeddah is one of the most important port cities in Saudi Arabia and is located on the Red Sea. The city offers a direct route to the pilgrimage site of Mecca. In addition to the large number of pilgrims who find their way through the city every year, tourists are also not uncommon. Jeddah is therefore well prepared for them. The Al Shallal Theme Park is perfect for entertainment. But there are also many sights to see, such as the Al Tayebat Museum and the Bab al Makkah. The latter is translated as the Gate to Mecca or the Gate of Mecca. It definitely lives up to its name and has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Jeddah also boasts architectu.
Day 13: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Departure time: 18:00. Jeddah is one of the most important port cities in Saudi Arabia and is located on the Red Sea. The city offers a direct route to the pilgrimage site of Mecca. In addition to the large number of pilgrims who find their way through the city every year, tourists are also not uncommon. Jeddah is therefore well prepared for them. The Al Shallal Theme Park is perfect for entertainment. But there are also many sights to see, such as the Al Tayebat Museum and the Bab al Makkah. The latter is translated as the Gate to Mecca or the Gate of Mecca. It definitely lives up to its name and has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Jeddah also boasts architectu.
Day 14: Yanbu` al-Bahr, Saudi Arabia. Arrival time: 08:00. Departure time: 18:00. Duration of port stay: 10 hours. Yanbuʿ al-Bahr, auch bekannt als Yanbu, ist eine Stadt in Saudi-Arabien. An der Küste des Roten Meeres gelegen, ist Yanbu eine wichtige Hafenstadt und ein Industriezentrum. Sie ist bekannt für ihre petrochemischen Anlagen, Ölraffinerien und ihre Rolle in der Schifffahrtsindustrie. Mit ihren schönen Stränden und ihrer attraktiven Küste ist Yanbu auch zu einem beliebten Touristenziel geworden, das Besuchern die Möglichkei.
Day 15: Sea day.
Day 16: Aqaba, Jordan. Arrival time: 07:00. Aqaba is Jordan`s only city by the sea. It used to be the most important port on the Red Sea, connecting the area with the Near and Far East. For maritime trade, the ancient city has always been the gateway to southern Arabia, Egypt, India, and China. Aqaba is known for its pink-hued tombs and temples directly carved out of sandstone cliffs. Oth.
Cabin Prices
The cruise price at the top of the page (7.650€) is listed for the accommodation of one person in a double cabin. To get the total cabin cost, multiply this price by two. All subsequent prices are listed for the entire cabin and do not require additional multiplication.
All prices presented on this website are approximate and do not constitute a public offer. For precise price information, please contact the service provider.
Single Cabin Price
| Cruise Date | Interior Cabin | Ocean View Cabin | Balcony Cabin | Suite |
| 22/12/2023 - 06/01/2024 | - | - | - | 15.300€ |
Double Cabin Price
| Cruise Date | Interior Cabin | Ocean View Cabin | Balcony Cabin | Suite |
| 22/12/2023 - 06/01/2024 | - | - | - | 15.300€ |
Cabin Price for Two Adults with One Child
| Cruise Date | Interior Cabin | Ocean View Cabin | Balcony Cabin | Suite |
| 22/12/2023 - 06/01/2024 | - | - | - | 15.300€ |
Cabin Price for Two Adults with Two Children
| Cruise Date | Interior Cabin | Ocean View Cabin | Balcony Cabin | Suite |
| 22/12/2023 - 06/01/2024 | - | - | - | 15.300€ |
Cruise Route
Day 1: Piraeus (Athens), Greece. Departure time: 19:00. Piraeus, a modern port city today, has been the port of Athens since ancient times, connected to the capital by city walls, of which only remains are left. Piraeus has gained a reputation for its attractive nightlife and romantic seafood taverns by the sea. Sights include the ancient port of Zea Marina, remains of the Long Walls (5th century BC), Archaeological Museum.Day 2: Heraklion (Crete), Greece. Arrival time: 09:00. Departure time: 17:00. Duration of port stay: 8 hours. The capital of Crete, also known as "Heraklion", is a city with many attractions and a vibrant nightlife. The numerous cafes, restaurants, and bars offer a pleasant and exciting evening. Attractions include the Archaeological Museum, the Venetian Fortress, churches with icons from the.
Day 3: Rhodes, Greece. Arrival time: 08:00. Departure time: 20:00. Duration of port stay: 12 hours. Rhodes, the island of the sun god Helios, is the largest and most popular island in the southeastern Aegean. Due to its geographically convenient location, it was once an important link between the East and the West. Along the 220 km long coastline, bays with beautiful shallow sandy beaches alternate with steep cliffs. The landscape in the interior of the island is mainly characterized by mountains, valleys, and plateaus. Rhodes has a history of more than 3000 years. Numerous archaeological sites of ancient buildings are evidence of a rich past. Sightseeing: ruins fro.
Day 4: Sea day.
Day 5: Alexandria, Egypt. Arrival time: 07:00. Departure time: 21:30. Duration of port stay: 14 hours 30 minutes. The second largest city in Egypt was founded in 332 BC by Alexander the Great. The city has two ports. The East Port experienced its heyday in the Middle Ages. Worth seeing: "Pompey`s Pillar," "Cleopatra`s Obelisk" within the old city walls, "Abu Al-Abbas Mosque" (a stylistic masterpiece of Islamic architecture), "Ras el Tin Palace," "Montaza Palace," "Fort of Sultan Qaytbay" at the port with fantastic views of Alexandria. Other attractions are the two remnants from Roman.
Day 6: Sea day.
Day 7: Suez Canal, Egypt. Arrival time: 03:30. Departure time: 17:00. Duration of port stay: 13 hours 30 minutes. Two seas are connected by the Suez Canal - the Mediterranean Sea and the Red Sea. The canal separates Africa from Asia, was built in 1869, and is now the second most important waterway in the world. With its approximately 193 kilometers, this man-made canal stretches from Port Said in the Mediterranean to the city of Suez, where it.
Day 8: Safaga, Egypt. Arrival time: 07:00. Safaga, about 53 km south of Hurghada, gets its unique character from its port and the small tourist resort surrounding it. One special feature of the place is the black sand dunes, an excellent spot for all sun worshippers. Additionally, the extremely salty water here is said to have particularly beneficial effects on the skin. Safaga is also known as a diver`s paradise.
Day 9: Safaga, Egypt. Departure time: 21:30. Safaga, about 53 km south of Hurghada, gets its unique character from its port and the small tourist resort surrounding it. One special feature of the place is the black sand dunes, an excellent spot for all sun worshippers. Additionally, the extremely salty water here is said to have particularly beneficial effects on the skin. Safaga is also known as a diver`s paradise.
Day 10: Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt. Arrival time: 08:00. Departure time: 17:00. Duration of port stay: 9 hours. Sharm El Sheikh, located at the southern tip of the Sinai Peninsula, used to be a simple fishing village in a romantically situated bay. Today, it is a luxurious, modern holiday resort. The area around the town consists of a variety of bays with exceptional coral reefs. The main activities are water sports and diving, but the Sinai Desert also invites adventurous and fascinating excursions with of.
Day 11: Sea day.
Day 12: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Arrival time: 08:00. Jeddah is one of the most important port cities in Saudi Arabia and is located on the Red Sea. The city offers a direct route to the pilgrimage site of Mecca. In addition to the large number of pilgrims who find their way through the city every year, tourists are also not uncommon. Jeddah is therefore well prepared for them. The Al Shallal Theme Park is perfect for entertainment. But there are also many sights to see, such as the Al Tayebat Museum and the Bab al Makkah. The latter is translated as the Gate to Mecca or the Gate of Mecca. It definitely lives up to its name and has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Jeddah also boasts architectu.
Day 13: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Departure time: 18:00. Jeddah is one of the most important port cities in Saudi Arabia and is located on the Red Sea. The city offers a direct route to the pilgrimage site of Mecca. In addition to the large number of pilgrims who find their way through the city every year, tourists are also not uncommon. Jeddah is therefore well prepared for them. The Al Shallal Theme Park is perfect for entertainment. But there are also many sights to see, such as the Al Tayebat Museum and the Bab al Makkah. The latter is translated as the Gate to Mecca or the Gate of Mecca. It definitely lives up to its name and has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Jeddah also boasts architectu.
Day 14: Yanbu` al-Bahr, Saudi Arabia. Arrival time: 08:00. Departure time: 18:00. Duration of port stay: 10 hours. Yanbuʿ al-Bahr, auch bekannt als Yanbu, ist eine Stadt in Saudi-Arabien. An der Küste des Roten Meeres gelegen, ist Yanbu eine wichtige Hafenstadt und ein Industriezentrum. Sie ist bekannt für ihre petrochemischen Anlagen, Ölraffinerien und ihre Rolle in der Schifffahrtsindustrie. Mit ihren schönen Stränden und ihrer attraktiven Küste ist Yanbu auch zu einem beliebten Touristenziel geworden, das Besuchern die Möglichkei.
Day 15: Sea day.
Day 16: Aqaba, Jordan. Arrival time: 07:00. Aqaba is Jordan`s only city by the sea. It used to be the most important port on the Red Sea, connecting the area with the Near and Far East. For maritime trade, the ancient city has always been the gateway to southern Arabia, Egypt, India, and China. Aqaba is known for its pink-hued tombs and temples directly carved out of sandstone cliffs. Oth.