Middle East

In conjunction with our local operators, Blue Dot has developed a wonderful tour of this fascinating country, comprising mainly of a cruise on the Luxury MS Darakum, with some quality land components. Over 14 days, you’ll experience the very best that the country has to offer. MS Darakum is the only five star super deluxe Nile cruise operating the long cruise program - Aswan – Cairo. It offers an unforgettable journey while cruising through 7,000 years of history, featuring Moroccan-inspired design, 3 Sundeck levels, and large panoramic windows. The Mövenpick MS Darakum enjoys a private dock in Luxor.

Oman is an independent sultanate on the Arabian peninsular. Covering a strategic location on the Arabian Sea, Oman was coveted by the great powers which came and went. In the late 1400s the Portuguese occupied much of the territory including the capital, Muscat. Almost 100 years later, The Ottomans drove them out and occupied the region for some 100 years. Oman is not widely travelled to by Westerners, yet offers a rich heritage and stunning natural beauty.