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Saudi Arabia & Red Sea

2021 2022 NOVEMBER MARCH msccruises.co.uk
MSC BELLISSIMA
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THE TIMELESS BEAUTY OF SAUDI ARABIA & THE RED SEA

Cruising from our homeport Jeddah, a vibrant city that blends history and modernity, sail the warm waters of the Red Sea to discover unique UNESCO World Heritage sites, cultural landmarks and exotic destinations. Discover King Abdullah

Economic City - KAEC, the gateway to explore Medina, one of Islam's two holiest cities - a key destination when traveling to Saudi Arabia. Cool off in Yanbu, a beautiful destination surrounded by desert, pristine white sandy shores, private beaches and

KING ABDULLAH ECONOMIC CITY - KAEC, Medina
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A Middle East cruise to the Red Sea sailing around Saudi Arabia and Jordan is the perfect combination of history, tradition, sea and nature. SAUDI ARABIA & RED SEA
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amazing dive sites. From there, reach the historical site of AlUla, "the Kingdom’s cultural masterpiece", an authentic example of the country’s wonderful heritage. Become one of the first visitors of the stunning Nabatean site of Hegra, a

UNESCO World Heritage site, and immerse yourself in one of the most exclusive, and remote, sites of Saudi Arabia. Continue diving into ancient Nabatean civilization with another UNESCO World Heritage site: the unmissable city of Petra (Aqaba),

where you can experience the unique atmosphere of the Jordanian desert, carved directly into the vibrant red, white and pink mountains. Saudi Arabia and Jordan cruises are unique treasures offering the travel experience of a lifetime.

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BARS & LOUNGES

The indoor promenade boasts a variety of stylish bars, cafes and lounges to suit every taste. So whatever the moment, whatever your mood, you’ll always find the ideal place to relax and enjoy with friends and family, perhaps accompanied by some live entertainment.

NIGHT-TIME ACTIVITIES

When the sun sets, the indoor promenade takes on another life, with LED dome shows, concerts, discos and parties to enjoy late into the night. So if you’re the kind of person who never wants the day to end, you’ll always find something fun to do, underneath a spectacular digital sky.

SPECIALITY RESTAURANTS

The indoor promenade is filled not only with sound and colour, but also with deliciously tempting aromas. Follow your nose and you’ll find a choice of elegant speciality restaurants offering Spanish Tapas, authentic teppanyaki and Japanese delicacies, succulent Americanstyle steaks and more.

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MSC Bellissima provides a marvellous and dynamic holiday experience. The heart of the ship is a 96-metrelong indoor promenade, covered by a spectacular LED “sky dome”, and filled with onboard activity of all kinds, at any time of day or night.
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It is home to superb shops, an extra-large and super-friendly bistrot and tapas bar, a mouthwatering chocolaterie, lively bars and other exciting venues to welcome all our guests. Any time of day or night, there's always something to see, do, try or taste at the indoor promenade.

EXCLUSIVE BOUTIQUES

MSC Bellissima takes the onboard shopping experience to a new level, and the indoor promenade is at the centre of that experience. Here, in the ship’s chic boutiques, you’ll find many of your favourite brands of clothing, jewellery, technology and more, all at unbeatable prices.

JEAN-PHILIPPE MAURY CHOCOLATERIE

French master-pâtissier

Jean-Philippe Maury brings his award-winning touch to this fabulous chocolate bar, where the open kitchen allows you to watch our expert chocolatiers in action, as they create a mouthwatering variety of sweet delights.

MSC for Me is an integrated digital ecosystem designed to enhance your cruise experience. It connects interactive touchscreens around the ship, in-cabin smart TV and the free MSC for Me app on your mobile device.

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A SHIP WITHIN A SHIP

drinks,

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Located on the prestigious foredecks of MSC Bellissima, the MSC Yacht Club is a ship within a ship. It’s a place where you can indulge in the exclusive luxury of a private club, while also enjoying access to the countless recreation and entertainment possibilities the rest of the ship affords. Sleeping in personalised comfort, cared for by a 24-hour butler service and dining in a private gourmet restaurant with expertly-selected complimentary
the MSC Yacht Club is in a class of its own.

Featuring 111 suites spread over 3 upper decks linked by a stunning Swarovski crystal staircase, the MSC Yacht Club is a haven of refinement and comfort. Relax on your memory foam mattress with Egyptian cotton

sheets and a choice of pillows. Refresh yourself from the complimentary minibar. And in the luxurious Royal Suites, bask on the balcony in your own private whirlpool bath or entertain in the sitting room with its own dining table and bar.

RELAX IN A PRIVATE WORLD, WHERE EVERYTHING IS POSSIBLE

Best of all, enjoy the 24-hour personal butler service and exclusive access to the Top Sail Lounge, the private restaurant and the large solarium with pool, whirlpool, cabanas and bar.

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YOUR PERSONAL SPACE

Every MSC cabin has been thoughtfully designed as a relaxing haven of comfort and entertainment. Ensuring you always feel beautifully pampered and wake wonderfully rested, eager for a new day’s discoveries as you admire the superb sea views

Our cabins combine comfort and elegance with flexibility and choice, offering a vast choice across the fleet, from interior and balcony cabins to suites and MSC Yacht Club deluxe suites. You can even have interconnecting cabins for families and groups. All share minute attention to detail and advanced solutions for entertainment, relaxation and convenience. So you can live your cruise just as you like it.

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A WORLD OF FLAVOURS

Whatever your tastes and mood, there’s always a perfect choice. From elegant main restaurants with new menus every day to an informal buffet restaurant where you can watch our chefs at work and enjoy spectacular sea-views, dining as you like. Explore the world’s finest cuisine with our sophisticated specialityrestaurants, bars and lounges.

Settle down in the Butcher's Cut, an atmospheric American-style Steak House with specialty meats. Take a seat at one of the four demo cooking tables in the Kaito Teppanyaki Restaurant or enjoy the Parisian-style cuisine of the all-day L'Atelier Bistrot. An extensive selection of the world’s finest drinks is offered to accompany your meals, while themed bars serve everything from coffee to champagne and chocolate delights. With such delicious choices, the first one’s the easiest - MSC!

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ENJOY EXCURSIONS FOR EVERY INTEREST AND NEED

A cruise voyage is all about exploring new places, discovering different cultures and traditions. Our excursions make every trip ashore an unforgettable experience.

Book your tours in advance! One of the many pleasures of a cruise is discovering new and interesting places, for yourself, with friends or family. It’s why we have re-designed our MSC Excursions, allowing you to safely and smoothly go ashore to explore, discover and enjoy new experience with our expert local guides. Choose and add your MSC Excursions online in your Personal area or on the free MSC for Me app and save for up to 20% with our pre-boarding rates*

Follow your passion:

CULTURE AND HISTORY

CITY TOURS

SCENIC ROUTES

FAMILY FUN

NATURAL WONDERS

SOMETHING SPECIAL

SEA & SUN

ACTIVE & ADVENTURE

BOOK IN ADVANCE and SAVE up to 20%

Not included in cruise fare

EASY & ACCESSIBLE EXCURSIONS

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To whet your appetite for discovery, below is a small selection of unmissable tours available to discover the authentic Saudi Arabia and Jordan. Whether you prefer adventure, nature, culture or history, we’ve designed something for you and the whole family.

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JEDDAH'S GASTRONOMY & LOCAL MARKET DISCOVERY

Duration: approx. 4.5 hours

Follow your guide through the streets of Al Balad and to the old market. It will stimulate all your senses, from sight to smell and of course taste. A stop at one of the historical houses will be an opportunity to get in touch with the local culture and appreciate some traditional Saudi dishesodis nihillupta id esed.

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HEGRA, ANCIENT ALULA AND THE ELEPHANT ROCK

Duration: approx. 16 hours, lunch included

Get ready for an unforgettable day of discovery to three hidden Saudi’s gems. Start by discovering Hegra, the second most important city of the Nabateans, followed by Alula an ancient city where pilgrims and travellers have gathered over the centuries, finally, stop by the incredible elephant rock.

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YANBU, THE CITY OF TWO SOULS

Duration: approx. 3 hours

Yanbu's history is 2.500 years old and today we can distinguish two souls of the city. The excursion starts with a sightseeing of the modern city and then focuses on its ancient heart. Follow your guide through the ancient streets of Yanbu and be part of a unique, cultural and sensorial experience.

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WONDERS OF PETRA

Duration: approx. 9 hours, lunch included

The destination of this excursion is Petra, the Nabateans city rediscovered in 1812. The city was hewn out of the solid rock 2.000 years ago and served as their capital city. Explore the city, including the large amphitheatre and the royal tombs before enjoying a delicious lunch in a nearby hotel.

BEACH TIME AT MOEVENPICK RESORT

Duration: approx. 6 hours

Spend some time at the five stars Moevenpick Resort. Relax by the Red Sea or enjoy this five-star resort's swimming pools. The resort also includes an outdoor restaurant, children activities and a top range of water sports activities all available at extra charge.

MADINAH SIGHTSEEING

Duration: approx. 9 hours

Take part to this sightseeing tour that brings you to the holy city of Madinah Al-Munawarah. You will get the chance to walk on the wonderful square that surrounds the Mosque of the Prophet of Islam named Al-Masjid An-Nabawi. It is considered the second most important site of Islamic pilgrimage.

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NON-STOP LEISURE & ENTERTAINMENT

Time flies on our ships thanks to the vast choice of daytime and nighttime leisure activities and award-winning entertainment from international production Shows to Las Vegas-style casino and quality live music.

Whether exploring the boutique shops, relaxing to a wide variety of live music or enjoying Broadway-style shows, you will find every moment on board has something just for you.

Rise to the challenge of tennis, volleyball, basketball, football, and a huge variety of engaging deck games. Then spend the evening enjoying the awarded world class entertainment, and be

THEATRE & SHOWS

NIGHT-TIME ACTIVITIES

CASINO

DAYTIME ACTIVITIES

BOUTIQUE SHOPPING

overwhelmed by the best themed parties at sea.

There’s a world of choice to make everyday different, every moment unique.

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UNIQUE PLEASURES TO ENJOY TOGETHER

There's always so much to do on an MSC cruise that kids will never get bored. And of course they're not alone - it's an experience for the whole family to enjoy together in the safe, fun environment of our cruise ships.

BABY CLUB

Under 3 years old

MINI CLUB

3-6 years old

JUNIOR CLUB

7-11 years old

YOUNG CLUB

12-14 years old

TEEN CLUB

15-17 years old

Our vast choice of entertainment and club for all ages has made MSC an award-winning choice for families. There’s a whole range of activities dedicated to families, including quizzes, sports tournament, the Dorebro sport programme , and our unique Dance Crew academy

MSC Bellissima offers endless fun for the whole family also outside our kids club: from the high-tech theatre to the interactive, Grand Canyon-themed aquapark or the full-sized bowling alleys and MSC Formula Racer simulators. Challenge your friends at the Video Games Arcade or a multi-sensorial experience at the interactive XD cinema

Our Kids and Juniors Clubs boast Chicco and LEGO® facilities that are truly unique. It’s our way of ensuring your children can enjoy the very best during their cruise.

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JORDAN SHIPS MSC BELLISSIMA EMBARKATION PORTS Jeddah LEGEND Embarkation port Ports of call SEASON Winter 16 & RED SEA SAUDI

ARABIA

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JEDDAH

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2021-2022 | 8 DAYS - 7 NIGHTS

AQABA (Petra) Jordan Red Sea

Saudi Arabia

YANBU (AlUla, Sea and Sun activities)

KING ABDULLAH ECONOMIC CITY - KAEC (Medina)

JEDDAH

Day Port Arr. Dep.

1 Jeddah, Saudi Arabia 23:59

2 King Abdullah Economic City - KAEC, Medina/Saudi Arabia 07:00 20:00

3 Yanbu, AlUla, Sea and Sun activities)/ Saudi Arabia 06:00 -

4 Yanbu, AlUla, Sea and Sun activities)/ Saudi Arabia - 17:00

5 At sea - -

6 Aqaba, Petra/Jordan 06:00 19:00

5 At sea - -

8 Jeddah, Saudi Arabia 05:00

JEDDAH every Saturday

November 2021 - March 2022

YANBU, AlUla AQABA, Petra RED SEA
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