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VACAYA Arabian Nights Cruise 2027

VACAYA Arabian Nights Cruise 2027

10 nights · 11 ports · Emerald Kaia
VACAYA Red Sea / Middle East Full charter Community LGBTQIA+ Red Sea
Departure
28.03.2027
Arrival
07.04.2027
Duration
10 nights
Ship
Emerald Kaia
Operator
VACAYA
Region
Red Sea / Middle East
Sponsored

On the new super-yacht Emerald Kaia, VACAYA will take you through the Red Sea to the wonders of antiquity. From Jeddah in Saudi Arabia, it goes via Yanbu to Safaga, the gateway to Luxor with the Valley of the Kings. Other highlights include Sharm El Sheikh, Eilat in Israel and Aqaba in Jordan as a gateway to Petra. The ten-night journey ends in Ain Sokhna near Cairo. You can expect an inclusive luxury program with many included excursions.

Itinerary

11 stops · 10 nights

  1. 1
    Jeddah (Saudi Arabia) Start
    Start, overnight stay on board

    The Saudi port city on the Red Sea welcomes you with the historic old town of Al-Balad, its ornate coral stone houses and the lively Corniche waterfront.

  2. 2
    Jeddah (Saudi Arabia)

    The Saudi port city on the Red Sea welcomes you with the historic old town of Al-Balad, its ornate coral stone houses and the lively Corniche waterfront.

  3. 3
    Yanbu (Saudi Arabia)

    The Saudi Arabian port city on the Red Sea surprises with its well-preserved old town and pristine coral reefs off the coast. A little-traveled gateway to the Arabian Peninsula.

  4. 4
    Day at sea

    Today you will enjoy a relaxing day on the high seas. Use the time for the on-board offers, to sunbathe on deck or simply to relax with a view of the sea.

  5. 5
    Safaga (Egypt) Highlight
    Excursion to Luxor & Valley of the Kings

    The Egyptian port town on the Red Sea is famous for its diving and snorkeling areas. From here you also start excursions to Luxor and the Valley of the Kings.

  6. 6
    Sharm El Sheikh (Egypt)

    The Egyptian seaside resort at the southern tip of the Sinai is located on the Red Sea and is a paradise for divers. Colourful coral reefs and the nearby Ras Mohammed Nature Reserve attract visitors here.

  7. 7
    Eilat (Israel)
    Overnight on board

    Israel's southernmost city on the Red Sea beckons you with year-round sunshine, colorful coral reefs for snorkeling and a lively beach promenade against a desert backdrop.

  8. 8
    Aqaba (Jordan) Highlight
    Excursion to Petra, overnight on board

    Jordan's only seaport on the Red Sea combines colorful coral reefs for diving with proximity to the fabled rock city of Petra and the Wadi Rum desert.

  9. 9
    Aqaba (Jordan)

    Jordan's only seaport on the Red Sea combines colorful coral reefs for diving with proximity to the fabled rock city of Petra and the Wadi Rum desert.

  10. 10
    Day at sea

    Today you will enjoy a relaxing day on the high seas. Use the time for the on-board offers, to sunbathe on deck or simply to relax with a view of the sea.

  11. 11
    Ain Sokhna (Egypt) Finish
    Objective

    The seaside resort on the Gulf of Suez is your gateway to the Red Sea and Cairo, with long beaches and desert scenery just behind the coast.

Sponsored

Cabins

Innenkabine
approx. 15 m² · Available
Außenkabine (Meerblick)
approx. 17 m² · Available
Balkonkabine Beliebt
approx. 20 m² · Available
Suite
approx. 35 m² · Available

Theme nights & highlights

  1. Full charter included
    VACAYA takes over the entire ship for the entire LGBTQIA+ community – more relaxed and community-oriented than all-male party cruises.
  2. Route
    10 Nights with 9 Ports in Saudi Arabia · Egypt · Israel · Jordan.
  3. Ship
    On the way aboard the Emerald Kaia.
  4. Safaga
    Excursion to Luxor & Valley of the Kings

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The ship · Emerald Kaia

The Emerald Kaia is a modern superyacht with 64 cabins and suites for around 128 guests, equipped with four bars, an infinity pool on deck, spa area with infrared sauna and a retractable marina platform for water sports directly from the ship.

The LGBTQ+ operator VACAYA charters the ship for multi-day trips with mixed audiences from the entire queer community – unlike pure gay cruise operators, VACAYA is explicitly aimed at lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans and non-binary travelers alike. On board, quiet days at sea alternate with shore excursions, entertainment evenings and cultural programs, while the compact number of guests allows for a more personalized experience than on large cruise ships. The combination of small scale, high comfort and a consistently queer clientele makes the Emerald Kaia a sought-after charter ship for travel away from classic package routes.

Cruise line
Emerald Cruises
Passengers
128
Cabins
64
Decks
6
Length
110 m
Year built
2026

Frequently asked questions

How does an LGBT cruise differ from a regular one?
As a rule the entire ship is chartered — a 100% queer crowd with its own programme of DJs, drag shows and themed parties.

What is usually included?
Cabin, full board, entertainment and pool are mostly included. Premium drinks, spa and shore excursions are usually charged separately.

Is the trip suitable for solo travellers?
Yes — the solo share is high on many trips, and there are often dedicated solo meet-ups on board.

What are the cancellation terms?
That depends on the operator. You will find the exact deadlines and conditions directly with the provider.

What about safety when docking in restrictive countries?
The operators are careful about route choices. At controversial ports, shore excursions are curated thoughtfully.
This trip
from € 10.137 p.p.
Period
28.03.2027 – 07.04.2027
Duration
10 nights
Ship
Emerald Kaia
Region
Red Sea / Middle East
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Operator

VACAYA

VACAYA charters entire ships and resorts for the entire LGBTQIA+ community and its allies. Instead of a men-only party cruise, VACAYA deliberately focuses on more inclusive and relaxed: high-quality, community-oriented, with parties as well as quieter moments.

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Last reviewed: 29. July 2026