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Cruise the Middle East with NCL

7 nights

19 Dec 23 to 28 Dec 23

Book by 08 Dec 23

Ready for an Arabian adventure? Delve into dazzling Qatar, Bahrain and the UAE on this cruise holiday! Our exclusive holiday deal includes return flights from Joburg, all meals and selected drinks onboard.

Includes

Return flights from Johannesburg including approximate airport taxes
7 Nights accommodation onboard Norwegian Dawn in an inside cabin
NCL’s Freestyle Dining in many restaurants and Freestyle entertainment in various bars and lounges
Port charges and government fees
Beverage & speciality dining surcharges
Beverage package (incl. surcharges)
Speciality Dining package - 1 meal worth USD50 (incl. surcharges)
150 min Wi-Fi package per person
USD50 shore excursions credit per tour per stateroom

Excludes

Compulsory daily gratuities of USD20 per person per day, can be pre paid
Flights not mentioned
Arrival/ departure transfers
Visas
Travel Insurance
Spending money and items of a personal nature

Highlights

Return flights from Joburg
7 Night cruise onboard the Norwegian Dawn
All meals & drinks incl.

Itinerary

Day 1: Doha, Qatar

Doha is the capital and largest city of the state of Qatar. It is a modern city set to become one of the premier cities in the Gulf, however it has nothing of the hustle and bustle of a mega metropolis. There are some wonderful sights and experiences you won't want to miss. There are many museums to visit, however the Museum of Islamic Arts is the only one currently open. The museum houses artefacts from Muslim dynasties all over Asia, Africa and Europe. The Souq Waqif is another place that is very worth going is Souq Waqif, the renovated Arabic market quarter. You can easily wander around the maze-like corridors for hours. Things to See & Do * Museum of Islamic Arts * Al Koot Fort * Clock Tower * Doha Heritage Village * Souq Waqif – renovated Arabic market quarter

Day 3: Manama, Bahrain

Manama is the capital and largest city of Bahrain. It is a modern capital located in the north-eastern corner of Bahrain on a small peninsula. As in the rest of Bahrain, the land is generally flat (or gently rolling) and arid. The Al-Fateh Mosque is worth a visit. It is one of the largest mosques in the world, capable of accommodating over 7,000 worshippers at a time and is the largest place of worship in Bahrain. It is also one of the top tourist attractions in Bahrain. The dome is currently the world’s largest fibreglass dome and is over 60,000 kg in weight. Al-Fateh includes the new National Library which opened to the public in 2006. Things to See & Do * Al-Fateh Mosque * Corniche al-Fateh * Museum of Pearl Diving * Bahrain Fort * Tree of Live

Day 4: Abu Dhabi, UAE

Abu Dhabi is the largest of the seven emirates that compose the United Arab Emirates and is located in the oil-rich and strategic Persian Gulf region. It adjoins the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Sultanate of Oman. Abu Dhabi city is on an island located less than a quarter-kilometer from the mainland and is joined to the mainland by the Maqta and Musaffah Bridges. Things to see and do * Petroleum Exhibition * Heritage Village * The old souk (market) * Al Hisn Fort * Sheikh Zayed's palace

Day 6: Sir Bani Yas, UAE

Sir Bani Yas is a natural island located 250 km (160 mi) southwest of Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates. It is home to thousands of large free-roaming animals and several million trees and plants. The island is dominated by conical mountains and surrounded by gently sloping coastal plains. These merge with a shoreline of mangrove covered sand-banks and hidden inlets, buttressed shorelines and a pretty harbour. A bird sanctuary as well as a wildlife reserve, Sir Bani Yas showcases nature through activities such as adventure safaris, kayaking, mountain biking, archery, hiking and snorkeling. The island also has a number of significant historical sites, including remnants of Late Stone Age and early Islamic structures. Things to See & Do * Bird watching * Wildlife viewing * Adventure activities * Historical Sites

Day 7: Dubai, UAE

Dubai is one of the most modern cities in the world; this city was a fishing and pearling village less than 50 years ago. The architecture of its modern buildings and sky scrapers is the finest in the Middle East. Sightseeing within the city center is split mainly between Deira, on the right bank of the Dubai creek and historic Bur Dubai on the other bank. Deira, is home to the best shopping and is the business and commercial centre of the city. Bur Dubai has less of a bustling atmosphere and is home to a number of tourist attractions, including the Dubai Museum, Grand Mosque and Sheikh Saeed Al-Maktoum’s House. Things to see and do * Bastakiya district * Sheikh Saeed Al-Maktoum’s House * Jumeirah Mosque * Bur Dubai Souq * Excellent Shopping

Ship info

Norwegian Dawn

Launched in 2002, the Norwegian Dawn cruise ship epitomizes Norwegian Cruise Line's commitment to providing a delightful and immersive seafaring experience. Part of the Dawn-class ships, this vessel offers a perfect blend of comfort, entertainment, and diverse culinary experiences. ENTERTAINMENT The Norwegian Dawn features an array of entertainment options that cater to a broad spectrum of tastes.

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Terms & conditions

Prices are per person twin share, include discounts, and are subject to availability and rate of exchange changes. All savings have already been applied to advertised price. Offers above are a guide only and will vary depending on departure date, our guide price is based on the cheapest departure within the stipulated season and availability is correct at time of loading. Visas may be necessary and insurance is essential. Pentravel and Tour Operator terms and conditions apply, and may be found on our website. Offer can be removed at any time. High season supplements and block out dates may apply. Compulsory daily gratuities of USD20.00 per person per day (Club Balcony Suite and below) are NOT included in advertised price, and can be pre paid, applicable to ALL guests in cabin (guest 1,2,3,4). NOTE: $25.00 per person per day for The Haven & Suites. All guests in stateroom must choose same offer. Cancellation Fees also apply based on the booking/sailing date; therefore, Norwegian Cruise Line strongly recommends the purchase of travel protection on all bookings. Offers are non-transferable, non-refundable, have no monetary value and cannot be substituted or customized. Offer and combinability with other promotional offers is subject to change at any time per Norwegian Cruise Line's discretion. Other restrictions may apply. Norwegian Cruise Line reserves the right to cancel or withdraw this offer at any time. Itinerary subject to change. Open Bar: Applicable to guests 1-8 on the reservation. If 3-8 guest is under 21 years of age, Open Bar does not apply and soda package will not be given as a substitution. Guest 1-2 must be at least 21 years of age at time of sailing to qualify for the Open Bar. Guests under 21 will receive the soda package. Retail value of Open Bar is $109.00 USD pppd. Retail value of the Adult Soda Package is $7.95 USD pppd. Package price is subject to change. 20% gratuities on the retail value of the Open Bar and/or Soda Package are charged but included in the advertised price. Speciality Dining Package: 7-11 Night cruises includes 1 Meal worth USD50.00 per person when booking aStudio, Inside, Oceanview stateroom. Applicable to guests 1-2 on the reservation. Dining package is applicable to guest ages 2 and older. 20% gratuities on the retail value of the Specialty Dining Package is charged but included in this advertised price. Packages are based on a per meal basis. Any Harvest Caye bars, restaurants, or venues, The Bake Shop, Ice Cream Bar, Gelato, specialty items in the Asian restaurant, Special Occasion/Holiday menus (New Year's, Christmas, etc.),Jazz Brunch, Wine Lovers and Murder Mystery lunches, and beverages are not included as part of the Specialty Dining Packages. Specialty Dining Packages include one main course per person at Cagney's and Le Bistro. Additional main courses will be charged at the a la carte price listed on the menu. Package price is subject to change. Free wifi: Internet package is based on number of nights. 150 minutes per person for 7-11 Day Cruises. Offer will be applied to the 1st and 2nd guest in the stateroom. Internet package is per person. Two logins per stateroom. Can be used only on one device at a time.$50 USD Shore Excursion Credit: Offer is applicable to first guest on the cruise reservation. The first guest shall receive free shore excursions priced at $50 or less (“the promotion”). In the alternative, first guest will receive $50 in Shore Excursion Credits to apply against shore excursions priced greater than $50. $50 Shore Excursion Credit is applicable to all tours, including debarkation tours. In the event the tour is less than the value of the credit the $50 Shore Excursion Credit will be adjusted to match the tour value. The first guest may redeem the promotion of $50 Shore Excursion Credit on more than one shore excursion per port.$50 Shore Excursion Credit has no monetary value, are non-refundable, non-transferable and cannot be exchanged for actual currency of any value. Other guest in the stateroom are not eligible to receive the promotion or $50 Shore Excursion Credits. More terms and conditions apply, please ask us. EFT payments only to qualify for this offer. Can be withdrawn or amended without prior notice. Other restrictions may apply. Offer is subject to availability, however offer is capacity controlled and can be withdrawn at anytime. Airport to port and port to airport transfers are not included. Visas are not included. Full payment due immediatley. These packages are based on CASH price. E&OE;.

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