Discover Bur Dubai, at the heart of the metropolis of Dubai, on the south side of the breezy Creek. It’s the oldest part of Dubai and it offers a fascinating insight into the city’s traditional roots. This is where you’ll find many of the place’s most interesting Arabian heritage houses, clustered in the beautiful old Iranian quarter of Bastakiya and the waterfront Shindagha district, as well as the excellent Dubai Museum and the atmospheric Textile Souk.

A cruise to Dubai, Abu Dhabi & Qatar will introduce you to Doha, the country's futuristic capital on The Gulf. A city with an awesome skyline with new super modern skyscrapers. Much of Doha, including places of worship such as the new mosque in the Qatar Faculty of Islamic studies, seems to be already in the future. Don't miss a visit to the Pearl, a futuristic artificial circular port which is being developed to the north of the city centre, and yet, as you will notice, the ancient heart of the city still beats strong. 

Bahrain, an island 40 km long and just 15 km wide, has a thousand-year-old culture. It's also called “the kingdom of the two seas”, because its waters border with those of Qatar to the south and with those of Saudi Arabia to the west. In the course of your stop in Bahrain, an excursion will take you on a discovery of its charming capital, Manama. The city, where modern skyscrapers stand side-by-side with old buildings, has strong ties to nomadic traditions: its inhabitants often head out to the desert and stay in large white tents to participate in the ancient tradition of falcon hunting.

An enchanting stop on this cruise is Sir Bani Yas island. It has nothing to do with the hyper-technological progress which you will admire on your trip to the capital, Abu Dhabi. The MSC Beach Experience on Sir Bani Yas means relax. It includes a delicious barbecue lunch of succulent burgers and other grilled delights, fresh salads and vegetables, pastries and fruit. And you can enjoy cocktails, ice-cold beers and soft drinks from the island’s six bars.
Entertainment options range from beach tennis and volleyball to paddle boarding and snorkelling, not forgetting gym and dance activities and fun beach parties. Meanwhile, the inflatable water park and kids’ play area will keep children happy all day.

Please note: this cruise route also runs in reverse. Port order may be subject to change.

A MORE SUSTAINABLE CRUISE

We wanted to set a new standard for the cruise industry.

As our first LNG-propelled new cruise ship, MSC World Europa is a huge step forward in that mission. This next-generation power hugely reduces emissions and marks a milestone on our journey to zero emissions operations.

Her state-of-the-art design also includes the latest water recycling technology, to purify wastewater, and propellers studied to reduce the underwater noise in respect of marine wildlife. 

Futuristic cruise experience

The future of cruising isn’t just about technology: it’s about the experience too. MSC World Europa was designed to elevate the delights of a traditional cruise ship to entirely new levels.

From her sleek interior design to her 13 dining venues to her thrilling entertainment offerings, the onboard experience is like no other cruise ship. Relax in the scenic Panorama Lounge, experience the excitement of the futuristic Luna Park Arena, or lose yourself in the iconic Kinetic Dome.

Ground-breaking design

From her stunning silhouette to her signature plumb bow, the futuristic MSC World Europa is as visually striking as she is innovative.

Her unique Y-Shaped open aft leads to a 104m long promenade, with incredible panoramic ocean views. The promenade also features the record breaking, longest dry slide at sea – The Venom Drop @ The Spiral – an 11-deck high stainless-steel masterpiece, unique in the cruise industry.

Dining Experience

Travel the world with your tastebuds on MSC World Europa. The ship features brand-new concepts including Chef’s Garden Kitchen, the first hydroponic garden at sea; La Pescaderia, a Mediterranean fish restaurant; a new on-board microbrewery; and a Gin bar where you can learn mixology.

The ship also features some of our signature favourites, like our American-style steakhouse, Latin American street food inspired Hola! Tacos & Cantina, Kaito Teppanyaki & Sushi bar, and our renowned buffets.

On-board experience

There’s something for everyone on board MSC World Europa, from the largest waterpark in our fleet, to bumper cars, and our new surprise street performances. And with 7 swimming pools spread across the ship, including one with a sliding roof, there’s always space to relax by the water and pool deck.

For families with children, the award-winning MSC Kids Club features state-of-the-art facilities inside a dedicated area of the ship, with a range of kids’ clubs and tailor-made programs for every age group.

Accomodation

MSC World Europa is as different on the inside as she is on the outside. All-new cabin designs are available, and the ship offers more balcony cabins than any other cruise ship in our fleet.

In total, the ship has 19 different cabin categories, with 7 brand new designs. From the luxury of the Grand Suite Aurea with an included terrace, to the scenic Infinite Ocean View, to our Deluxe Balcony with Promenade View, there’s accommodation for every taste – for couples, families, and all other guests.

Sample departure dates:

• Valentine's Day 2026: Depart February 14th 2026 from €1680pp
• Valentine's Day 2027: Depart February 13th 2027 from €1620pp
• New Year 2027: Depart January 2nd 2027 from €2020pp
• Easter 2027: Depart March 27th 2027 from €2080pp

Price per person is based on 2 adults sharing and includes:

• Return flights from Dublin
• Checked bag
• Return airport transfers
• 7-night full-board Emirates cruise from Dubai on MSC World Europa
• Gratuities

Please ask us about:

• Adding your drinks package below you fly
• Travel Insurance
• Extending your holiday with a pre or post-cruise stay in Dubai. You can also book your city attraction passes and experiences with us

Subject to availability. Terms & conditions apply. Prices are live and only guaranteed at time of booking.

For more information please call us on 021 493 5806 or 0818 300 205, email cruise@shandontravel.ie, request a call back using the red button, or submit an enquiry through the form below.