Dubai Cruises in 2027

Where Do Dubai Cruises Go in 2027?

Dubai sits at the centre of some of the most varied itineraries available in 2027. The sailings calling here span four distinct parts of the world — and the mix is worth knowing before you choose, because the port is a stepping stone in very different directions depending on the voyage.

Southeast Asia

The biggest group of sailings uses Dubai as either a starting point or a port of call on a journey through Southeast Asia. These are longer voyages — typically running well over a month — threading through ports across the region before finishing in places such as Singapore. If you want a cruise that genuinely covers ground and introduces you to a sweep of different cultures, this is where to look. Browse the full range of Southeast Asia cruises in 2027 to see what pairs well with a Dubai call.

Middle East

A cluster of sailings stays closer to home — in terms of the itinerary, at least — concentrating on the Middle East region. These routes tend to be shorter relative to the Southeast Asia voyages and pair Dubai with nearby ports including Doha, Qatar. If you want to explore this part of the world in depth without spending months at sea, a Middle East sailing is a practical choice.

World Cruises

Several sailings calling at Dubai form part of grand world cruise itineraries — voyages spanning anything up to 248 nights and crossing multiple continents. Dubai appears as one port among many on these extended passages. If you are considering a segment or a full world voyage, see the world cruises departing in 2027 from Southampton — some of the longest itineraries here connect back to the UK.

Mediterranean

A smaller number of sailings combine a Dubai call with a Mediterranean routing, finishing in ports such as Piraeus (Athens) or Istanbul. These voyages give you two of the world’s great cruising waters in one trip. For a wider look at 2027 options in this region, the Mediterranean cruises 2027 page covers the full range.

Where Do These Sailings Depart From?

All of the sailings calling at Dubai in 2027 are one-way, so your starting port and finishing port will differ. Embarkation options include Singapore, Hong Kong, Piraeus (Athens), and Sydney — depending on the itinerary you choose. Disembarkation ports include Dubai itself, Doha, Istanbul, New York, and Southampton. Because every voyage ends somewhere different from where it starts, a return flight home will be needed — our team can arrange that alongside hotels and transfers, so the whole trip is handled in one place.

Which Ships Sail to Dubai in 2027?

Oceania Cruises — Nautica

Oceania Cruises leads the Dubai sailings in 2027 by volume, with Nautica carrying the line’s itineraries. Nautica is built for tailored, exclusive cruising — a smaller, more intimate ship where all the culinary delights and amenities are included in your fare. The experience is a long way from the mega-ship model: dining is a genuine highlight, and the pace is unhurried.

Cabin grades on Nautica run as follows:

• Inside cabin F — 14 m², sleeping 2, with Oceania’s Tranquility Bed sleep concept included as standard.
• Ocean-view cabin C1 Deluxe sea view — 15 m², with an unrestricted sea view window that brings natural daylight without the balcony surcharge.
• Concierge Level Verandah A1 — 20 m², with a private teak balcony giving outdoor space with sea views that inside and ocean-view guests do not have.
• Owner’s Suite OS — approximately 92 m², the largest suite on board, with a newly redesigned bathroom and oversized shower — more than 3 times the living space of the penthouse suites.

Regent Seven Seas Cruises — Seven Seas Mariner

Regent Seven Seas brings its “Most Inclusive Luxury Experience” to the Dubai itineraries, with Seven Seas Mariner operating 3 sailings. The ship is built around the idea that nothing should be left to sort out once you are on board — and Regent means that in the fullest sense, from dining to excursions. The headline cabin grade worth knowing about is the Signature Suite SG: at 111.9 m², with a private verandah of over 74 m², it gives you a terrace that is almost 3 times larger than a standard balcony cabin. The ship’s ethos is immersive exploration, so shore time is taken seriously.

Norwegian Cruise Line — Norwegian Sun

Norwegian Sun brings NCL’s Freestyle Dining model to this corner of the world, with 1 sailing calling at Dubai. At 1,878 guests, Norwegian Sun is notably more intimate than most of the fleet — you get the full NCL experience without the crowds of a larger vessel. The ship was refurbished in 2024, adding the Bliss Ultra Lounge and Starlink high-speed Wi-Fi. Eight speciality restaurants are available on board, including Cagney’s Steakhouse, Moderno Churrascaria, Le Bistro for French cuisine, and a Teppanyaki grill.

Norwegian Cruise Line offers several fare options for this sailing. The base fare covers the cruise itself; step up to the “Free at Sea” package and guests 1 and 2 receive a Premium Beverage Package, a Speciality Dining Package, a Wi-Fi Package, and shore excursion credits. A further “Free at Sea Plus” tier extends the dining package to everyone in the cabin and covers all speciality restaurants for the duration. Check Norwegian Sun’s cabins and deck plans to find the grade that suits your group before you book. For a broader look at NCL’s 2027 programme, the Norwegian Cruise Line 2027 cruises from Southampton page is a useful companion.

Are There Any Discounted Dubai Cruises in 2027?

A selection of these sailings carry reduced fares — up to 34% off the price previously listed for that cabin grade on that sailing, though that maximum applies to 1 departure; most reduced sailings sit closer to 4% off. It is worth checking individual voyages rather than assuming a headline saving applies broadly. Our team can tell you which departures carry the sharpest reductions at the time you enquire.

All-Inclusive Dubai Cruises in 2027

Several of the Dubai sailings in 2027 are fully all-inclusive — meaning drinks, dining and more are covered in the fare rather than added at the end. Regent Seven Seas in particular builds its entire model around this principle, with Seven Seas Mariner designed so that guests rarely need to reach for their wallet on board. If an all-inclusive fare matters to you, it is worth filtering by line and asking our team which specific voyages qualify. For a wider look at this fare type, see Mediterranean cruises 2027 all inclusive — many of the same lines operate both regions.

How Do We Book the Whole Trip?

Because every sailing here is one-way — starting and ending in different ports — a flight will be part of your journey. As cruise specialists, Cruise1st can arrange flights, hotels either side of the cruise, transfers between the airport and the port, tours and travel insurance, all under one booking reference. There is no need to coordinate separately with an airline and a hotel: we put it together as a Cruise1st Package, so the whole trip is sorted in one conversation. Our expert advisers are on hand before you book to talk through cabin grades, fare tiers and itinerary options — the kind of detail that makes a real difference at this level of travel.

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Thinking About Other 2027 Destinations?

If you are weighing up a Dubai cruise against other 2027 options, there is a lot to explore. Readers planning a longer voyage might find the P&O Arcadia world cruises 2027 page useful — several world itineraries pass through this part of the world. For a completely different direction, Mediterranean cruises 2027 from Southampton let you leave from the UK with no flight at all. Those planning around Norwegian Cruise Line specifically might also look at Norwegian Fjords 2027 cruises from Southampton for a comparison. And if you are interested in fly-cruise options specifically for Dubai, the Dubai fly-cruise 2027 page covers that angle directly.

Sailing in 2026 or 2028 instead? See Dubai cruises in 2026 and Dubai cruises in 2028 for what is available in neighbouring years. For all 2027 cruises across every destination, the full listing is there to browse.

Where a discount is shown, it is a reduction from the price previously listed for that cabin grade on that sailing, not a comparison between cabin grades or against a brochure rate. Discounts and prices shown are not kept up to date: the reduction available now may be smaller, or may have ended, and prices may have changed.