7 Nights 8 Days Red Sea cruise aboard the Aroya. Fly from Istanbul and board the ship at Jeddah Port. The ship calls at Sharm El Sheikh and Jeddah ports in that order; the program then continues with overland stops in Mecca and Medina. Itinerary summary: Day 1 Istanbul – Jeddah; Day 2 At sea; Day 3 Sharm El Sheikh; Day 4 At sea; Day 5 Jeddah; Day 6 Mecca; Day 7 Mecca; Day 8 Medina – Istanbul. Cabin options: Interior Cabin Cabin, Outside Cabin Cabin, Ocean View Balcony Cabin. The cabin supplement is added according to the cabin you select when booking. Departure dates: 5 dates between 3 November 2026 – 19 January 2027. Prices start at $1.490 per person. Included in the price: Economy-class flights between Istanbul and Jeddah / Medina and Istanbul with Saudia; transfer between Jeddah Airport and Jeddah Cruise Port; 4 nights' Full Board Plus accommodation aboard the ultra-luxury Aroya; Turkish-speaking assistant service on board; panoramic Jeddah city tour with a Turkish-speaking guide; transfer from Jeddah to the Mecca hotel.
Departure Dates
8 - 15 December 2026 — $1.490 (≈₺76.100)
22 - 29 December 2026 — $1.490 (≈₺76.100)
5 - 12 January 2027 — $1.490 (≈₺76.100)
19 - 26 January 2027 — $1.490 (≈₺76.100)
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1 — Istanbul – Jeddah
Flight from Istanbul; upon arrival transfer to Jeddah port, embarkation and settling into cabins. Dinner and overnight stay onboard.
Day 2 — Cruising at sea
Full day cruising at sea: free time on board with pools, spa, shows, and restaurants. Overnight stay on board.
Day 3 — Sharm El Sheikh
The ship docks at Sharm El Sheikh port at 07:00. Free time ashore; optional shore excursions are organized for those interested. The ship departs from the port at 23:59; overnight stay on board.
Day 4 — Cruising at sea
Full day cruising at sea: free time on board with pools, spa, shows, and restaurants. Overnight stay on board.
Day 5 — Jeddah
Disembarkation from the ship after breakfast at Jeddah port; transfer to the hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 6 — Mecca
Land program: Mecca. Accommodation at hotel.
Day 7 — Mecca
Land program: Mecca. Accommodation at hotel.
Day 8 — Medina – Istanbul
Transfer to the airport after breakfast and return flight to Istanbul; end of the tour.
Places to Visit
Sharm El Sheikh
Jeddah
Mecca
Medina
What’s Included
Economy Class Flight Ticket between Istanbul – Jeddah / Medina – Istanbul with Saudia
Transfer between Jeddah Airport and Jeddah Cruise Port
4 Nights Full Board Plus Accommodation on the Ultra-Luxury Aroya Cruise Ship
Turkish-Speaking Assistance Service on Board
Panoramic Jeddah City Tour accompanied by a Turkish-speaking Guide
Jeddah – Mecca Hotel Transfer
2 Nights Half Board Accommodation in a 5* Hotel in the Mecca Aziziyah Region (Park Inn by Radisson Makkah Aziziyah etc.)
Mecca Sightseeing Tours accompanied by a Turkish-speaking Guide and Umrah Visit accompanied by a Religious Official
Transfer between Mecca and Medina
1 Night Half Board Accommodation in a Suite Hotel in Medina (Hill Hotel etc.)
3 Dinners to be Served at Hotel or Restaurant
Hotel - Medina Airport Transfer
What’s Not Included
International Departure Fee for Turkish Citizens
Shore excursions organized at ports
Out-of-concept beverages and personal expenses on board
All expenses not specified in the included services
1-year multiple-entry Saudi Arabia visa (130 USD)
Personal Expenses
Frequently Asked Questions
How many days does the Red Sea cruise with Aroya take?
The tour is 7 nights 8 days.
Which ports does the ship visit?
Sharm El Sheikh, Jeddah respectively.
Which ship operates this tour?
With Aroya cruise ship.
Where is the departure, and how is the transportation?
Flight from Istanbul to Jeddah port where the ship is boarded; return is also by air.
What are the departure dates and how much does it cost?
Departure dates: November 3, 2026, December 8, 2026, December 22, 2026, January 5, 2027, January 19, 2027. Prices start from $1,490 per person.
What cabin types are available?
Inside Cabin (base price), Outside Cabin (+$150), Ocean View Balcony Cabin (+$200). Supplement is per person.
What is included in the price?
Economy-class flight with Saudia from Istanbul to Jeddah / Medina to Istanbul; Transfer between Jeddah Airport and Jeddah Cruise Port; 4 nights’ Full Board Plus accommodation aboard the ultra-luxury Aroya; Turkish-speaking assistance on board; Panoramic Jeddah City Tour with a Turkish-speaking guide; Transfer from Jeddah to the hotel in Mecca; 2 nights’ Half Board accommodation in a 5* hotel in the Aziziyah area of Mecca (e.g. Park Inn by Radisson Makkah Aziziyah); Mecca sightseeing tours with a Turkish-speaking guide and Umrah pilgrimage visit accompanied by a religious guide; Transfer between Mecca and Medina; 1 night’s Half Board accommodation at a suite hotel in Medina (e.g. Hill Hotel); 3 dinners at the hotel or a restaurant; Transfer from the hotel to Medina Airport.
What is not included in the price?
International departure fee for Turkish citizens; shore excursions organized at the ports; drinks and expenses not included in the ship's package; all expenses not specified among the included services; 1-year multiple-entry Saudi Arabia visa (130 USD); personal expenses.
Is there a Turkish-speaking guide?
Yes, Turkish-speaking tour leader service is included in the price.