Aroya Cruises 2026: Red Sea, Mediterranean, Persian Gulf

Aroya Cruises 2026 — sea voyages aboard Saudi Arabia's first premium Arabian cruise liner, created as part of the Kingdom's Vision 2030 program. The Aroya, a Breakaway Plus class vessel, accommodates 3,362 passengers across 18 decks and offers cruises across three routes: Red Sea (from Jeddah year-round), Mediterranean cruises from Istanbul (June-September 2026), and Persian Gulf cruises from Dubai (February-April 2026).

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Red Sea cruises unlock exclusive ports: Jeddah (1 hour to Mecca), Yanbu, Sharm El Sheikh (Egypt), Ain Sokhna (120 km to Giza Pyramids), Aqaba (Jordan, 130 km to Petra), and the resort island Saba Beach (accessible only to cruise passengers). Istanbul cruises include Greek islands — Rhodes, Mykonos, Athens, Bodrum, Marmaris — with simplified visa arrangements. Dubai cruises through the Persian Gulf combine Muscat (Oman), Khasab, Abu Dhabi, Doha (Qatar), and Sir Bani Yas Island.

Aroya Cruises features halal dining across 15 restaurants (alcohol-free), all-inclusive system (Wi-Fi, soft drinks, port fees), the world's largest kids zone aboard a liner (1,858 sq.m), VIP Khuzama Experience lounge, Blossom Spa (1,818 sq.m with hammam and sauna), Aroya Theater (1,018 seats), and Souq Aroya shopping center (1,603 sq.m). Children under 18 travel free (only port fees apply).

Book Aroya cruises: Prices from $650 for 2 nights (Red Sea), from $1,225 for 7 nights (Istanbul and Dubai cruises). Online booking through BIOHACTOUR — official La Voyage partner (Agreement № LV-TR-2025/178, TÜRSAB License A-14433). We assist with Saudi Arabia visa processing (eVisa, online within 24 hours), transfers, and cabin selection. Aroya cruise reviews confirm exceptional service quality and unique itineraries.

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How Aroya Cruises Work

Booking an Aroya cruise through BIOHACTOUR is simple: Choose your route (Red Sea from Jeddah, Mediterranean from Istanbul, or Persian Gulf from Dubai), complete our online booking form or call +90 532 679 90 57. We are an official La Voyage partner (Agreement № LV-TR-2025/178) with TÜRSAB License A-14433, specializing in cruises since 2018.

 

After route selection, our managers assist with Saudi Arabia visa processing (Red Sea cruises require eVisa, processed online within 24 hours, cost ~$162). Istanbul Mediterranean cruises require no visa — cruise transit regulations apply. Dubai cruise visa requirements depend on itinerary (Oman, Qatar, UAE).

We arrange airport-to-port transfers, help select optimal cabins (from interior to 120 sq.m villas with butler service), book flights at competitive rates, and provide complete 24/7 multilingual support. Payment accepted via international credit cards. Early booking discounts available (3-6 months before cruise).

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Popular Aroya Routes

Most popular route

— 7-day cruise from Istanbul through Greek islands (June-September 2026): Istanbul → Bodrum → Rhodes (Greece) → Mykonos → Athens (Piraeus) → day at sea → Istanbul. Weekly departures, prices from $1,225 for interior cabin. Aroya visits Rhodes Old Town (UNESCO site), iconic Mykonos with whitewashed houses and windmills, Athens with Acropolis and Parthenon.

Red Sea cruises from Jeddah (year-round) include 2-night weekend cruises from $650 (Jeddah → Saba Beach Island → Jeddah) and 5-7 day routes from $1,112 visiting Sharm El Sheikh (Egypt, diving at Ras Mohammed), Ain Sokhna (120 km to Giza Pyramids and Sphinx), Aqaba (Jordan, 130 km to ancient Petra), Yanbu (gateway to Medina).

Dubai Persian Gulf cruises (February-April 2026): 7-8 day routes from $1,225 visiting Muscat (Oman, Sultan Qaboos Mosque), Khasab ("Norwegian fjords" of Arabia), Abu Dhabi (Sheikh Zayed Mosque, Louvre Abu Dhabi), Doha (Qatar, Corniche waterfront, Museum of Islamic Art), Sir Bani Yas Island (reserve with 10,000 animals). Perfect winter escape: when Europe shivers, the Gulf enjoys +25-30°C sunshine.

Short 4-night mini-cruises from Istanbul to Kusadasi and Patmos (Greece) available early and late season (May, October 2025) from $675. Extended 10-14 night routes combine Mediterranean and Red Seas with stops in Alexandria (Egypt), Limassol (Cyprus), Haifa (Israel).

Aroya Cruise Pricing

Prices start from $650 for 2 nights (Red Sea weekend cruises from Jeddah) and $1,225 for 7 nights (Mediterranean from Istanbul and Persian Gulf from Dubai). Cost depends on cabin type, route duration, season, and booking time.

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Red Sea (from Jeddah):

• 2 nights: from $650 (interior), from $838 (oceanview), from $975 (balcony)

• 5 nights: from $1,112 (interior), from $1,312 (oceanview), from $1,562 (balcony)

• 7 nights: from $1,562 (interior), from $1,812 (oceanview), from $2,125 (balcony)

 

Mediterranean (from Istanbul, June-September 2026):

• 7 nights: from $1,225 (interior), from $1,438 (oceanview), from $1,688 (balcony), from $2,312 (suite with VIP Khuzama)

• 8 nights (extended route with Cyprus): from $1,375 (interior), from $1,625 (oceanview), from $1,938 (balcony)

 

Persian Gulf (from Dubai, February-April 2026):

• 7 nights: from $1,225 (interior), from $1,500 (oceanview), from $1,750 (balcony), from $2,375 (suite)

• 8 nights: from $1,375 (interior), from $1,688 (oceanview), from $2,000 (balcony)

Villas (60-120 sq.m, accommodating up to 12 people) from $3,500 for 7 nights, include butler service, VIP Khuzama Experience lounge, priority boarding/disembarkation.

Children under 18 travel free when sharing cabin with two adults (only port fees apply ~$100-150). Third and fourth passengers in cabin receive 50% discount. Early booking (3-6 months ahead) provides up to 15% discount on balconies and up to 20% on suites.

 

What's Included

Aroya cruises operate on an all-inclusive system, distinguishing them from most competitors (MSC, Costa, Celestyal charge extra for Wi-Fi, beverages, port fees). Aroya cruise price includes:

Dining: 5 main restaurants with halal menu operating 24/7 — Al Waha Buffet (buffet 24/7), Amway Main Dining (à la carte dinner), Amway Terrace (breakfast with sea views), Dallah Cafe (pastries and coffee), pizzeria (until 11pm). Vegetarian and gluten-free options available upon request. 10 specialty restaurants for additional fee ($25-60 per person): Japanese, Italian, steakhouse, Arabian cuisine.

Beverages: Unlimited soft drinks 24/7 — water, juices, coffee, tea, sodas, smoothies, fresh juices, mocktails (non-alcoholic cocktails), Arabic coffee. No alcohol onboard per halal standards, but shisha bar (hookah) available.

Wi-Fi: Unlimited internet included throughout the ship (cabins, decks, restaurants). Speed sufficient for video calls, work, and social media.

Port and service fees: Already included in price (typically +$15-20 per day on other liners).

Entertainment: Aroya Theater (1,018 seats) with nightly shows (musicals, Arabian folklore performances, magic shows), Glitch VR (virtual reality, racing simulators, 4D cinema), Adventure Hub (zipline over sea, rock climbing, mini-golf, 5 water slides, sports court), kids zone 1,858 sq.m (10 themed spaces for ages 0-17), pools (adult and children's), fitness center.

Blossom Spa thermal zone: Hammam, sauna, steam room, heated pools — complimentary. Massage and treatments additional ($60+ for massage, $40+ for face/body treatments).

Additional costs: Shore excursions ($30-150 depending on destination), specialty restaurants ($25-60), spa treatments (massage, wraps), shopping at Souq Aroya (1,603 sq.m mall with 250+ brands).

 

Best Time to Cruise Aroya

Red Sea (from Jeddah) — year-round destination, but optimal season October-May (peak: November-March). Air temperature +25-30°C, water +24-27°C, minimal rain, comfortable 40-60% humidity. Summer (June-September) hot +35-40°C, 60-80% humidity, but 20-30% lower prices. Weekend 2-night cruises popular with Saudi travelers year-round.

Mediterranean (from Istanbul) — season June-September 2025, weekly departures. June (+26-28°C) — season start, fewer tourists, lush nature, reasonable prices. July-August (+30-32°C) — peak season, warmest water (+26-28°C), maximum tourists in ports, 30% higher prices. September (+28-30°C) — Indian summer, warm sea (+25-27°C), fewer crowds, stable weather. Short 4-night cruises available May and October 2025.

Persian Gulf (from Dubai) — season February-April 2026 (winter when Europe is cold, Gulf has perfect weather). February (+25-28°C) — comfortable temperature, minimal rain, desert blooming. March (+27-30°C) — warming, sea +23-25°C, festivals in Dubai/Abu Dhabi. April (+30-33°C) — hotter, end of comfortable season before summer heat. Avoid May-October: +40-50°C, cruises don't operate.

Early bookings are better value: 3-6 months before cruise provides 15-20% discounts, best cabin selection. 1-2 months out — limited selection, standard prices. Last-minute deals (2-4 weeks) rare, as Aroya is premium segment with high occupancy.

 

Holidays and vacations: New Year's cruises (Dec 28 - Jan 4), summer holidays (July-August), spring breaks — book 4-6 months ahead, prices 20-40% higher, sell out quickly.

 

BIOHACTOUR (Travel Agency Saodat Turizm, TÜRSAB License A-14433) — official La Voyage partner (Agreement № LV-TR-2025/178) since 2018, specializing in premium cruises across Mediterranean, Red Sea, and Persian Gulf. Thanks to our direct La Voyage partnership, we offer prices lower than official cruise line websites, instant booking confirmation, visa assistance (Saudi Arabia eVisa within 24 hours), airport transfers, optimal cabin selection, and complete 24/7 multilingual support. Payment via international credit cards, secure online payment through our website or by phone +90 532 679 90 57 (WhatsApp/Telegram). Exclusive La Voyage promotions: up to 35% discount on early 2025-2026 cruise bookings, special group rates for 6+ people, family packages (children under 18 free).