Experience the dazzling contrast of modern cityscapes and timeless desert landscapes on a cruise through the UAE. Explore iconic skylines from the Burj Khalifa, immerse yourself in the region’s rich culture at heritage sites and enjoy unique experiences from desert safaris to waterfront adventures in Dubai and Abu Dhabi.
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Sweeping Dunes & City Lights
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Featured Experiences in United Arab Emirates
Desert Adventure Under the Stars
Journey into the Arabian Desert for dune bashing, sunset views, cultural performances, and a barbecue dinner under the stars.
Yas Marina Waterfront Experience
Visit Yas Marina, where sleek yachts, waterfront dining, and scenic views create a lively setting that reflects Abu Dhabi’s modern coastal lifestyle.
Dubai Water Canal Scenic Cruise
Cruise the Dubai Water Canal past illuminated bridges and striking architecture, experiencing the city’s innovative design from the water.
Testimonials
“We’ve told so many people about how river cruising with AmaWaterways is the best-kept secret in travel, and we are already talking about what river we will experience next.”
“Hats off and a bow down to the AmaSiena crew for providing a wonderful experience. I want to give a special shout-out to our Cruise Director. She was there for us all the time including pre- and post-cruise experinces. She is the best Cruise Director of any cruise we have ever been on! ”
“We had planned our river cruise during Christmas, but we didn’t even miss celebrating at home because AmaLucia was completely decked out with wreaths, ornaments, and lights and there were at least four Christmas trees on board. Our gift to the kids this year was the river cruise, but we did take advantage of the ship’s tradition of everyone putting their slippers out to sneak some trinkets into theirs. It was so fun; we may even start doing this at home! On board the ship, our family played a lot of board games in the lounge and danced to the live music each evening. We also spent some quiet time together in the stateroom watching Christmas movies. The gift of traveling with your family is that you don’t have constant distractions or activities to run to – you can just spend more time being together.”
“As a slightly disabled 80-year-old, I missed out on many included excursions with other companies. Then I found AmaWaterways and their gentle walker options and my world opened up.”
“From the moment we landed in Amsterdam for the pre-cruise until the last day of the post-cruise in Zurich, our tour manager, Florentin, made us feel welcome and safe. He remained with us throughout the trip and was extremely professional, knowledgeable and resourceful. Florentin always had a smile on his face and interesting details about the cities on our trip.”

See Dubai’s striking blend of heritage and innovation, from cutting‑edge skyscrapers to the historic Al Fahidi district and vibrant souks. Enjoy guided city highlights and a desert safari beyond the city.
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