AROYA Cruises Announces Return To The Red Sea Following Mediterranean Season

AROYA Cruises, the first Arabian cruise line, has announced its upcoming return to the Red Sea this September, with a new season of sailings departing from its homeport of Jeddah. Building on the success of its inaugural Mediterranean season from Galataport Istanbul, the refreshed itineraries will take guests back to the Red Sea’s most captivating destinations, complemented by AROYA’s signature “Remarkably Arabian” hospitality and onboard experience.

The announcement follows a landmark summer in the Mediterranean, where AROYA welcomed over 20,000 guests on voyages combining Türkiye’s most scenic ports, the iconic Greek Islands, and the historic city of Alexandria. The summer season will conclude with a special eight-night repositioning voyage from Istanbul to Jeddah on 12 September, calling at Kuşadası, Bodrum, the Suez Canal, and Sharm El Sheikh, ahead of the launch of the new Red Sea season.

Launching on 20 September, the upcoming voyages will offer three-, four-, and five-night sailings to the private island of Jabal Al Sabaya, the renowned Egyptian ports of Safaga (Hurghada) and Sharm El Sheikh, along with a newly introduced itinerary featuring Marsa Alam.

For the first time, guests will also have the option to embark on selected sailings from Safaga, providing added flexibility for travellers and creating new opportunities to experience AROYA’s distinctive Red Sea offering directly from Egypt’s coast.

Designed for both regional guests seeking short escapes and international travellers looking to discover the Red Sea, the itineraries showcase the diversity of the region’s coastlines and cultural landmarks, delivered with Saudi’s renowned Hafawa hospitality and the distinctive onboard experience that defines an AROYA journey.

Dr. Joerg Rudolph, President of AROYA Cruises, commented: “Our first Mediterranean season has been a significant milestone for AROYA Cruises, attracting guests from across the region and internationally. As we return to the Red Sea, we are building on this success with new itineraries that highlight the region’s culture, stunning landscapes, and renowned Arabian hospitality. With the new season, we continue our commitment to creating memorable journeys for both first-time cruisers and returning guests.”

For more information and to book, visit aroya.com/en.