Ancient Wonders of Israel, Egypt & Jordan

The Ancient Wonders of Israel, Egypt & Jordan is a 9-night Egypt & Red Sea cruise aboard Emerald Raiya, operated by Emerald Cruises. Departing Aqaba on November 11, 2027, the voyage visits 5 ports. Fares start from $4,993 per person.

Length: 9 nights
Departs: Nov 11, 2027
Returns: Nov 20, 2027
Ports of call: 5
Days at sea: 1

Itinerary

Day 1 Nov 11, 2027 Aqaba Improbably carved into the rusty-red rock of the Jordanian desert, the ancient city of Petra has been mesmerising visitors since being rediscovered by Westerners in 1812. Siq Canyon provides a suitably grandiose welcome, cutting a deep track through layers of fiery sandstone, and building up the suspense, before you first set eyes on the Lost City’s majesty. An early start is best to explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site, giving you chance to beat the crowds and avoid the brunt of the heat. The Treasury is perhaps Petra’s best-known structure, having featured in Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade as the mystical hiding place of the Holy Grail. Imprinted deep into the sheer sandstone, it’s a dramatic, spectacular achievement of human endeavour. Look closely, and you’ll see the indentations of bullet holes scarring the urn that sits atop it – fired by Bedouins fuelled by rumours of ancient treasure within. Petra developed as the capital of the Nabataean Kingdom, and the sophistication of the Rose Kingdom’s rock-hewn buildings is matched only by the elaborate and advanced water collection and transportation system that quenched its thirst and provided the means to thrive, despite its remote location and the intense burn of the sun. Look out for the delicate water channels that lace the city as you explore. High above the city - up a daunting 800-step climb - stands the Monastery. It’s lesser known, but larger and - whisper it quietly - perhaps even more impressive than the Treasury. The High Place of Sacrifice is an even tougher hike - with only occasional electric-blue lizards scattering from your footsteps as you rise - but the views of the remarkable city, embossed into the mighty sandstone cliffs below, will last a lifetime. Aqaba port guide Search cruises visiting Aqaba

Aqaba photo — Day 1 Nov 11, 2027 Aqaba Improbably carved into the rusty-red rock of the Jordanian desert, the ancient city of Petra has been mesmerising visitors since being rediscovered by Westerners in 1812. Siq Canyon provides a suitably grandiose welcome, cutting a deep track through layers of fiery sandstone, and building up the suspense, before you first set eyes on the Lost City’s majesty. An early start is best to explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site, giving you chance to beat the crowds and avoid the brunt of the heat. The Treasury is perhaps Petra’s best-known structure, having featured in Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade as the mystical hiding place of the Holy Grail. Imprinted deep into the sheer sandstone, it’s a dramatic, spectacular achievement of human endeavour. Look closely, and you’ll see the indentations of bullet holes scarring the urn that sits atop it – fired by Bedouins fuelled by rumours of ancient treasure within. Petra developed as the capital of the Nabataean Kingdom, and the sophistication of the Rose Kingdom’s rock-hewn buildings is matched only by the elaborate and advanced water collection and transportation system that quenched its thirst and provided the means to thrive, despite its remote location and the intense burn of the sun. Look out for the delicate water channels that lace the city as you explore. High above the city - up a daunting 800-step climb - stands the Monastery. It’s lesser known, but larger and - whisper it quietly - perhaps even more impressive than the Treasury. The High Place of Sacrifice is an even tougher hike - with only occasional electric-blue lizards scattering from your footsteps as you rise - but the views of the remarkable city, embossed into the mighty sandstone cliffs below, will last a lifetime. Aqaba port guide Search cruises visiting Aqaba

Day 5 Nov 15, 2027 Safaga Port Safaga (Bur Safaga in Arabic), where your MSC cruise ship awaits your return, is a village on the Red Sea coast. The town, whose economy is driven by the nearby phosphate mines, consists of a single windswept avenue running straight on, past concrete boxes with bold signs proclaiming their function. Silos and cranes identify the port, which runs alongside (but remains out of bounds) for most of this distance. However, inland from Port Safaga, a shore excursion on your MSC Grand Voyages cruise can be the opportunity to discover Luxor and the overwhelming concentration of relics in the area. A tourist mecca ever since Nile steamers began calling in the nineteenth century, visitors come to view the remains of Thebes, Ancient Egypt’s New Kingdom capital, and its associated sites. The town itself boasts Luxor Temple, a graceful ornament to its waterfront and “downtown”, while a mile or so north is Karnak Temple, a stupendous complex built over 1,300 years. Across the river are the amazing tombs and mortuary temples of the Theban Necropolis, an attraction not to be missed on your holiday in Egypt. Safaga port guide Search cruises visiting Safaga

Safaga photo — Day 5 Nov 15, 2027 Safaga Port Safaga (Bur Safaga in Arabic), where your MSC cruise ship awaits your return, is a village on the Red Sea coast. The town, whose economy is driven by the nearby phosphate mines, consists of a single windswept avenue running straight on, past concrete boxes with bold signs proclaiming their function. Silos and cranes identify the port, which runs alongside (but remains out of bounds) for most of this distance. However, inland from Port Safaga, a shore excursion on your MSC Grand Voyages cruise can be the opportunity to discover Luxor and the overwhelming concentration of relics in the area. A tourist mecca ever since Nile steamers began calling in the nineteenth century, visitors come to view the remains of Thebes, Ancient Egypt’s New Kingdom capital, and its associated sites. The town itself boasts Luxor Temple, a graceful ornament to its waterfront and “downtown”, while a mile or so north is Karnak Temple, a stupendous complex built over 1,300 years. Across the river are the amazing tombs and mortuary temples of the Theban Necropolis, an attraction not to be missed on your holiday in Egypt. Safaga port guide Search cruises visiting Safaga

Day 7 Nov 17, 2027 Sharm El Sheikh Dive into raw desert adventures, glittering treasures, and world-class reefs. Float through a riot of colourful coral off Shark Bay and delve into the depths of perfectly preserved Thistlegorm. Travel out to the beating soul of Cairo for the great Pyramids and Sphinx, visit laid-back Dahab’s Blue Lagoon, or hot air balloon over the Valley of the Kings. Stop by Old Sharm to browse Souqs and impressive mosques, zip through the desert to local Bedouin villages, climb holy Mount Sinai and drop into the world’s oldest working monastery. It’s not just the year-round sunshine that lights up this beautiful region. Sharm El Sheikh port guide Search cruises visiting Sharm El Sheikh

Sharm El Sheikh photo — Day 7 Nov 17, 2027 Sharm El Sheikh Dive into raw desert adventures, glittering treasures, and world-class reefs. Float through a riot of colourful coral off Shark Bay and delve into the depths of perfectly preserved Thistlegorm. Travel out to the beating soul of Cairo for the great Pyramids and Sphinx, visit laid-back Dahab’s Blue Lagoon, or hot air balloon over the Valley of the Kings. Stop by Old Sharm to browse Souqs and impressive mosques, zip through the desert to local Bedouin villages, climb holy Mount Sinai and drop into the world’s oldest working monastery. It’s not just the year-round sunshine that lights up this beautiful region. Sharm El Sheikh port guide Search cruises visiting Sharm El Sheikh

Day 8 Nov 18, 2027 Eilat Eilat is a southern Israeli port and resort town on the Red Sea, near Jordan. Its beaches are noted for their calm waters, like Dolphin Reef, where the aquatic mammals are often spotted. Known for snorkeling and diving, Coral Beach Nature Reserve has buoy-marked underwater trails among fish-filled reefs. Nearby Coral World Underwater Observatory Marine Park has a glass-enclosed observation center submerged offshore. Eilat port guide Search cruises visiting Eilat

Eilat photo — Day 8 Nov 18, 2027 Eilat Eilat is a southern Israeli port and resort town on the Red Sea, near Jordan. Its beaches are noted for their calm waters, like Dolphin Reef, where the aquatic mammals are often spotted. Known for snorkeling and diving, Coral Beach Nature Reserve has buoy-marked underwater trails among fish-filled reefs. Nearby Coral World Underwater Observatory Marine Park has a glass-enclosed observation center submerged offshore. Eilat port guide Search cruises visiting Eilat

Pricing

Lowest fare we've tracked over the observed 79-day span: $4,993 · range $4,993–$7,161

Lower than 77% of peers This longer-duration sailing's from-price per night is lower than 77% of comparable sailings.

same cruise line and duration · from-price per night · as of Jun 23, 2026 · Broader cohort: same cruise line and duration, compared by from-price per night.

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Per person · 2 guests · incl. taxes & fees

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from $4,993

$554 / night

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from $4,993

$554 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Oceanview Stateroom

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from $6,493

$721 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Oceanview Stateroom

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from $14,990

$1,665 / night

per person · incl. taxes

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from $6,982

$775 / night

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from $6,982

$775 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Balcony Suite

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from $7,288

$809 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Balcony Suite

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from $7,671

$852 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Balcony Suite

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from $8,482

$942 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Balcony Suite

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from $8,788

$976 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Deluxe Balcony Suite

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from $8,933

$992 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Balcony Suite

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from $9,171

$1,019 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Deluxe Balcony Suite

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from $10,433

$1,159 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Terrace Suite

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from $10,846

$1,205 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Yacht Suite

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from $11,113

$1,234 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Terrace Suite

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from $12,346

$1,371 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Yacht Suite

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from $12,613

$1,401 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Owner's Suite

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from $18,802

$2,089 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Balcony Suite

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from $19,670

$2,185 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Owner's Suite

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from $20,302

$2,255 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Balcony Suite

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from $20,390

$2,265 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Balcony Suite

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from $21,290

$2,365 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Deluxe Balcony Suite

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from $24,260

$2,695 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Terrace Suite

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from $28,760

$3,195 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Yacht Suite

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from $29,390

$3,265 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Owner's Suite

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from $47,480

$5,275 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Prices verified Jun 18, 2026

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Show all 14 cabin grades

Name	Supplier code	Type
Oceanview Stateroom	D	Oceanview
Emerald Stateroom	E	Oceanview
Emerald Stateroom	ES	Oceanview
Balcony Suite	A	Suite
Balcony Suite	AB	Suite
Panorama Balcony Suite	AP	Suite
Balcony Suite	B	Suite
Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite	C	Suite
Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite	P	Suite
Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite	R	Suite
Deluxe Balcony Suite	S	Suite
Owner's Suite	SA	Suite
Terrace Suite	T	Suite
Yacht Suite	Y	Suite

Ship

Your ship Emerald Raiya 5★ **5,300** GT **128** guests Built **2014** The 2027-built superyacht Emerald Raiya features deck plans with 64 passenger cabins, 4 dining venues, and a full wellness complex (gym, 3 saunas, spa with 3 massage rooms). The aft Marina Platform supports watersports activities, while the Marina Deck offers a sundeck area served by the Marina Lounge & Bar. Additional facilities include 3 tender boats, 2 lifeboats, and 2 Zodiacs (RIB boats). Guest leisure options include a swimming pool (infinity-style), Pool Deck with spa pool, sunbathing area, and bar, as well as multiple lounges: Amici Bar Lounge (main lounge), Observation Lounge (bow-facing indoor lounge), Aqua Cafe (outdoor bar lounge), and Sky Bar (outdoor poolside bar). A Medical Center (infirmary/hospital) is also available onboard. The yacht has 7 decks in total, with 6 accessible to passengers and 4 featuring cabins. Two midship elevators connect all decks. Emerald Raiya belongs to the same class/design as her sisterships Emerald Kaia (2026) and Emerald Xara (2028). Emerald Raiya ship guide Search cruises on Emerald Raiya

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