Come with us to a corner of the world that has fascinated travellers for centuries. Our unique cruise offers a comprehensive look at an area richly influenced by its ancient history and recent wealth. The diverse natures of the people, customs and the landscapes they inhabit, make for an enthralling experience as we venture through the mosaic of lands bordered by vast deserts, through green wadis and pass in the shadow of spectacular mountains. The contrast of old and new is staggering, from the ancient villages and souks of the old towns to the magnificent cities of glass and steel which include some of the world’s most impressive buildings.

All this will be achieved with great ease aboard the MS Island Sky, an ideal vessel for serious exploration. With just 100 or so like-minded souls we are able to explore in a way that is impossible from aboard a large cruise vessel.

For those looking for something a little different, this trip offers a wonderful opportunity to explore in some depth an area which has been thankfully mostly neglected by the tourism world. Changes are afoot and hotel development, particularly in the Emirates, has been growing at a fast pace. Now is the perfect time to visit the Gulf and experience the best of the old and new worlds.

*Please note that Dr Alan Borg will only be speaking on the 15th February cruise.

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