Duration
15 Nights
Journey Type
Cruise only (Please call for flight options)
Ports
8 Ports
23-24 December
Setting sail from Abu Dhabi
The UAE's gleaming capital gives Dubai a run for its money in terms of extravagant excess, an ever-multiplying forest of skyscrapers looming over the golden sand and brilliant blue waters of the Gulf. Don't miss the shining white Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, one of the world's biggest.
25 December
At sea
26 December
Kuwait: Kuwait
27 December
Bahrain: Manama
Manama is the capital of Bahrain, a nation spread across an archipelago of 33 islands in the Persian Gulf. The city was an important centre for the pearl trade in the early 20th century, though in recent years it’s the oil industry that has powered the economy, embodied by the shimmering array of skyscrapers and shopping malls.
28 December
United Arab Emirates: Sir Bani Yas Island
The majority of Sir Bani Yas Island is given over to the Arabian Wildlife Park, established in 1971 by founder of the UAE and animal lover Sheikh Zayed. The park is home to a mixture of indigenous and introduced species, including Arabian oryx, sand gazelles, giraffes, hyenas and cheetahs.
29 December
Qatar: Doha
Qatar's capital is a city on the up, with vast sums of money being poured into construction projects for the 2022 World Cup and cultural venues such as the spectacular Museum of Islamic Art. There are also plenty of more traditional attractions, such as the atmospheric souks and the lovely waterfront Corniche promenade.
30 December - 1 January
United Arab Emirates: Dubai
Amazing high rise buildings, extensive air-conditioned shopping malls and extraordinary man-made tourist attractions (such as indoor ski-slopes) abound in the glamorous city of Dubai, home to some of the most glitzy and expensive hotels in the world.
2 January
Oman: Muscat
Oman’s capital is low-rise and laid back, a far cry from the towering bling of Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Take a stroll along the waterfront Corniche promenade, soak up the sun on one of the excellent beaches, or explore the mosques and forts of the atmospheric old quarter.
3-4 January
At sea
5-7 January
Arriving in Mumbai
We love Mumbai! Formerly known as Bombay, this amazing city is larger than life and packed to bursting with things to see and do. Here people of all religions and nationalities live cheek by jowl, thriving communities from all over the world with the foods, smells, languages and rituals maintained at top volume - here in Mumbai, everything really is turned up to 11! For many people, the seething rush of humanity is too much, and we quite understand why some tell us they will never go back. But we think you could return time and again, and never get to grips with this thriving city. Be prepared to be overwhelmed!
Don't miss
The outdoor laundry, Dhobi Ghat, has to be one of the most extraordinary sights in the world – an expanse of soapy tubs with wringers, clothes lines, coal heated irons and frenzied activity.
Your home from home
Crystal Symphony returned to the ultra-luxury cruise sector in 2023 - newly refurbished and enhanced and not to be missed.
What we love
The beloved Crystal Symphony, having been dutifully maintained for the past three decades has undergone an extensive refurbishment, reducing the guest capacity and enhancing the accommodations onboard. Crystal signatures such as exceptional service and world-class dining remain but the ship returns to service with a new lease of life.
Capacity |
606 Guests |
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Style | A new era of Crystal: Reduced guest capacity means nearly one staff member per guest and together with enhanced contemporary accommodations, award-winning cuisine and extensive entertainment options means this is a true luxury experience. |
Inclusions |
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Year built | 1995 |
Last refurbished | 2023 |
Tonnage | 51,044 grt |
Length | 781 feet |
Breadth | 99 feet |
Cruising speed | 21 knots |
Tailor-make your trip
Take a private tour around Mumbai
Get a guide to take you away from the tourist hotspots, exploring instead the many different communities and markets, for a taste of the real Mumbai. We thought the Fishing Slum was a wonderful place.