Cruises from Dubai

Central geographic location

The perfect gateway

Dubai connects the world

Since 2006, Dubai has been the Gulf’s pioneering home port, making it the perfect gateway for a cruise through the region and beyond. Not only is Dubai centrally located between the East and West, but it also offers excellent air connectivity around the world. Two thirds of the global population live within an eight-hour-flight from Dubai, and 140 airlines fly to over 240 international destinations from Dubai International Airport (DXB).

Additionally, citizens of more than 45 countries do not require advance visa arrangements to enter the UAE and can obtain a visa upon arrival for 30 or 90 days. Multiple entry UAE visit visas are also made available exclusively for cruise tourists at a nominal fee. Please visit the website of the General Directorate of Residency and Foreign Affairs, Dubai (www.dnrd.gov.ae), check with your local UAE embassy or tour operator for more information.

In a nutshell

• Dubai is ideally located between the East and West
• Two thirds of the world’s population live within an eight-hour-flight from Dubai
• Dubai is home to Emirates Airlines & flydubai
• Visa on arrival for citizens of more than 45 countries
• Online visa facilities
• Multiple entry UAE visit visa for cruise tourists at a nominal fee

Top port amenities

Dubai Cruise Terminal

Embark on your seagoing journey today

The Dubai Cruise Terminal – the most modern and largest in the region – is located at Port Rashid, spanning over 36,500sqm on a pier stretch of 2,200m. Having the capacity to handle six cruise ships simultaneously, the port offers a tourist-friendly infrastructure with streamlined check-in facilities for passengers and luggage movement as well as a wide range of amenities and services.

Port Rashid is the home port for six of the world’s leading cruise lines. Every week, seven cruise liners start their itineraries from Dubai Cruise Terminal. The itineraries can be as short as 5, 7, 12 or 14 nights and even extended to an exciting world cruise. Go aboard your cruise liner and enjoy the spacious rooms with sea-facing balconies, various dining options for every palate, and comprehensive entertainment, sports and wellness programs for all ages.

In a nutshell

• Free WiFi
• Tourist help desk
• Duty Free and retail outlets
• Café, restaurant and a mini-mart
• Money exchange and ATM machine
• Dedicated taxi stand
• Aerial and coach tour operator outlets
• Shuttle bus services to selected shopping malls and to Dubai International Airport (DXB)

Top sights & attractions

A multi-faceted destination

Enjoy unforgettable experiences in Dubai

Favoured as a destination for over 20 of the world’s leading cruise lines’ itineraries, Dubai is a multi-faceted destination, surprising new and regular visitors with pristine beaches, breath-taking sights, rich traditions, world-class hotels, an unparalleled gastronomy scene, and, of course, the serenity of the desert. Start and end your cruise in Dubai for an unforgettable experience. 


There’s plenty to do during your stay. Tick off Downtown Dubai’s record-breaking attractions, including the Dubai Water Canal, before heading to Dubai Creek to discover the city’s heritage. Go on a desert safari and enjoy dune driving, falconry lessons and a dinner under the stars. And that’s not to mention our extensive events calendar to keep you busy, whether you are travelling solo, as a couple, with friends or with the kids in tow.

In a nutshell

• Burj Khalifa
• The Dubai Mall
• The Dubai Fountain
• Dubai Opera
• Dubai Creek
• Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood
• Dubai Water Canal
• Palm Jumeirah