UAE, Bahrain & Qatar
£2999pp—Abu Dhabi Grand Prix & all-inc cruise
Aurora Johnson
Deal Expert
Cruise the Arabian Peninsula aboard MSC's largest ship, then catch all the action at the Grand Prix
Why We Love This Deal
Take to the seas on this all-inclusive cruise. Be wowed by Dubai's futuristic architecture. Laze on the beach on Sir Bani Yas Cruise Beach. Go shopping in Doha's glitzy malls. Next, join thousands of thrill seekers at the 2026 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. This is the final race of the F1 season, and was a nailbiter last year. Your seats will overlook the tricky Turn 9.
What's included
- Return direct Emirates flights, with 23kg checked baggage
- Escorted coach airport and port transfers throughout
- A 7-night Arabian Gulf cruise aboard MSC World Europa, in an Inside Stateroom
- All-inclusive board during the cruise, covering premium beverages, all meals, and gratuities
- Three nights in Abu Dhabi at Royal M by Gewan, in a Deluxe Room
- Daily breakfast in Abu Dhabi
- 3-day tickets to the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, seated in the South Grandstand
- All hotel taxes and fees
When
Fly from London (Gatwick, Heathrow, or Stansted) or Dublin on 27 November, 2026.
Travel from Birmingham or Edinburgh from £3049 per person, or from Manchester from £3124 per person.
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Itinerary
Begin your trip with a week-long cruise aboard MSC World Europa, setting sail from Dubai...
- Sir Bani Yas Island… has a plethora of long white-sand beaches and is home to the vast Arabian Wildlife Park, where you can spot giraffes, cheetahs, and gazelles.
- Abu Dhabi... you could visit world-leading museums, including the Louvre. Alternatively, just stroll the Corniche promenade and soak up the stylish ambience.
- Doha, Qatar… discover souks and bazaars amid the cutting-edge modern architecture. Traditional dhow cruises sail frequently from the perfectly crescent-shaped bay (supplements apply).
- Dubai (overnight in port)… admire the world's tallest building, the Burj Khalifa, go shopping in the enormous Dubai Mall, or head to the sprawling beachside suburb of Jumeirah.
You'll then continue to your Abu Dhabi hotel for a 3-night stay. The 5-star Royal M by Gewan is in the fashionable Al Bateen Marina. This waterfront property is less than 10 minutes' drive from Corniche Beach, famous for its soft white sands and clear turquoise waters. Be sure to check out the Ferrari World theme park, which lies just down the road and has an F1 simulator and the world's fastest roller coaster, the Formula Rossa (entry is not included).
Breakfast is served at the Al Mizah Restaurant, which specialises in international and Asian cuisine. There are also Lebanese and Italian-Japanese fusion restaurants to choose from for lunch and dinner (supplements apply). Visit the Lobby14 Cafe for light bites, or The View Pool Bar for drinks.
You can swim in the infinity pool overlooking the Arabian Sea, or head to the sauna and steam room. There's also a gym and a spa (treatments cost extra).
During your stay, you'll get a 3-day ticket to the 2026 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, which takes place over 58 laps of the 5.281-kilometre-long Yas Marina Circuit on Yas Island. There will be nightly post-race concerts, with a headliner at each event. Previous headliners have included Eminem, Teddy Swims, Maroon 5, Metallica, and Katy Perry.
Ship details
MSC World Europa features "striking design" (Cruise Critic). With almost 40,000 square metres' public space, it is the largest vessel in MSC Cruises' fleet.
The Y-shaped open aft leads to a 104-metre-long ocean-view promenade that also features the longest dry slide at sea spiralling down from the 11th deck. There are seven pools, one with a sliding roof, and a plush Balinese spa.
A plethora of thrilling entertainment options such as bumper cars, roller skating, drone masterclasses, and VR games keep the whole family engaged. Frequent live music and dance performances await in sleek lounges, and there's a rotation of extravagant shows at the theatre.
13 venues, including six specialty restaurants (chargeable) such as the Chef's Garden Kitchen by Michelin-starred Niklas Ekstedt, serve food 24-hours-a-day between them. Your all-inclusive package also covers premium drinks from 20 bars onboard.
Other options
- Sail in a Promenade View Balcony Stateroom from £3299 per person
- Sail in a Deluxe Balcony Stateroom from £3449 per person
Transfers & baggage
Return port and airport transfers are included. A checked baggage allowance of up to 23kg per person, return, is included.
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