Crystal Symphony - 12/21/2025
The December 21, 2025 cruise on the Crystal Symphony departs from Dubai, U.a.e.. On this 12 Night Africa & Indian Ocean (Dubai Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 7 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Crystal Symphony sets sail on Sunday, Dec 21st and returns on Friday, Jan 2nd.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the Crystal Symphony cruise ship departing December 21, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $N/A ($N/A per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $N/A ($N/A per night), this represents a recent decrease of NaN%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
Crystal Symphony - December 21, 2025 - 12 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dec 20th | Dubai, U.a.e. |
| 2 | Dec 22nd | Sir Bani Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, U.a.e. |
| 3 | Dec 23rd | Manama, Bahrain |
| 4 | Dec 24th | Kuwait City, Kuwait |
| 5 | Dec 24th | At Sea |
| 6 | Dec 26th | Doha, Qatar |
| 7 | Dec 20th | Doha, Qatar |
| 8 | Dec 27th | At Sea |
| 9 | Dec 29th | Muscat, Oman |
| 10 | Dec 30th | Khor Fakkan, U.a.e. |
| 11 | Dec 31st | Dubai, U.a.e. |
| 12 | Dec 20th | Dubai, U.a.e. |
| 13 | Dec 20th | Dubai, U.a.e. |
The Crystal Symphony sails on December 21, 2025 for a 12 Night Africa & Indian Ocean (Dubai Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Dubai, U.a.e. at 6:00 PM and will return to the port of Dubai, U.a.e. on Jan 2nd at N/A. During the 13-day journey, the Crystal Symphony will visit 6 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.
Cruise Ship
Crystal Symphony
Crystal Cruises
The Crystal Symphony was built in 1995 and is among Crystal's 3 ships in its fleet. The Crystal Symphony is included in the cruise line's Serenity class. In the cruise ship stats below, you'll find the Crystal Symphony vs all other Crystal ships.
Cruise Ports
Dubai, UAE, offers docking at Port Rashid. Travelers explore Burj Khalifa and Dubai Souk. Excursions visit Abu Dhabi’s Sheikh Zayed Mosque. Local markets sell shawarma. The peak season, November to March, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures skyscrapers and Persian Gulf vistas. Dining onboard includes kabsa, an Emirati favorite. Souvenirs, like gold crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Bedouin history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the arid climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Dubai’s modern charm offers a vibrant UAE stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of futuristic landmarks and cultural markets, making Dubai an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Sir Bani Yas Island, UAE, offers docking at Sir Bani Yas Port. Travelers explore Arabian Wildlife Park and Al Yamm Beach. Excursions include kayaking in mangroves. Local markets sell dates. The peak season, November to April, brings mild weather for island tours. Photography captures desert dunes and Arabian Gulf vistas. Dining onboard includes shawarma, an Emirati favorite. Souvenirs, like pearl crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Bedouin history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the arid climate, while sturdy shoes enhance park walks. Sir Bani Yas’ natural allure offers a vibrant UAE stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of wildlife and coastal beauty, making Sir Bani Yas an engaging destination.
Manama, Bahrain, has docking at Khalifa Bin Salman Port. Travelers explore the Bahrain National Museum and Al-Fateh Grand Mosque. Excursions visit Qal’at al-Bahrain, a UNESCO site. Local markets sell dates and gold jewelry. The peak season, November to March, offers mild weather for sightseeing. Photography captures modern skylines and ancient forts. Dining onboard includes machboos, a Bahraini rice dish. Souvenirs, like pearl crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Gulf history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the arid climate, while comfortable shoes enhance market and fort tours. Manama’s blend of modernity and ancient heritage offers a dynamic Bahraini stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural landmarks, vibrant souqs, and Arabian Gulf charm, making Manama an engaging destination for exploring Bahrain’s rich history and contemporary allure.
Kuwait City, Kuwait, has docking at Shuwaikh Port. Travelers explore Souq Al-Mubarakiya and Kuwait Towers. Excursions visit Failaka Island’s ruins. Local markets sell dates. The peak season, November to March, brings mild weather. Photography captures modern skylines and Persian Gulf views. Dining onboard includes machboos, a Kuwaiti dish. Souvenirs, like camel crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Kuwait’s history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the arid climate. Comfortable shoes enhance souq walks. Kuwait City’s vibrant blend offers a dynamic Kuwaiti stop, mixing tradition with modernity.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Doha in Qatar has docking at Doha Port. Travelers explore Souq Waqif’s bustling markets. Excursions visit the Museum of Islamic Art. Local markets sell oud perfumes. The peak season, November to April, avoids heat; taxis cost 10-20 QAR. Photography captures modern skylines. Dining onboard includes machboos. Souvenirs, like pearl jewelry, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Qatari culture. Light clothing suits the warm climate. Doha’s vibrant port offers a luxurious Middle Eastern coastal stop.
Doha in Qatar has docking at Doha Port. Travelers explore Souq Waqif’s bustling markets. Excursions visit the Museum of Islamic Art. Local markets sell oud perfumes. The peak season, November to April, avoids heat; taxis cost 10-20 QAR. Photography captures modern skylines. Dining onboard includes machboos. Souvenirs, like pearl jewelry, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Qatari culture. Light clothing suits the warm climate. Doha’s vibrant port offers a luxurious Middle Eastern coastal stop.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Muscat, Oman, provides docking at Port Sultan Qaboos. Travelers explore the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque and Muttrah Souq. Excursions visit Nakhal Fort’s desert oasis. Local markets sell frankincense. The peak season, November to March, brings mild weather for sightseeing. Photography captures Islamic architecture and Arabian Sea views. Dining onboard includes shuwa, an Omani dish. Souvenirs, like silver khanjars, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Oman’s maritime history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the arid climate, while comfortable shoes enhance souq walks. Muscat’s blend of tradition and modernity offers a vibrant Omani stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of grand mosques, bustling markets, and desert forts, making Muscat an engaging destination for exploring Oman’s cultural richness and coastal allure.
Khor Fakkan, U.A.E., has docking at Khor Fakkan Port. Travelers explore Al Rafisah Dam and coastal beaches. Excursions visit Fujairah Fort. Local markets sell dates. The peak season, October to April, brings mild weather. Photography captures Arabian Gulf shores and desert landscapes. Dining onboard includes machboos, an Emirati dish. Souvenirs, like camel crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Emirati history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the arid climate. Comfortable shoes enhance fort tours. Khor Fakkan’s coastal charm offers a vibrant U.A.E. stop, blending beaches with cultural heritage.
Dubai, UAE, offers docking at Port Rashid. Travelers explore Burj Khalifa and Dubai Souk. Excursions visit Abu Dhabi’s Sheikh Zayed Mosque. Local markets sell shawarma. The peak season, November to March, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures skyscrapers and Persian Gulf vistas. Dining onboard includes kabsa, an Emirati favorite. Souvenirs, like gold crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Bedouin history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the arid climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Dubai’s modern charm offers a vibrant UAE stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of futuristic landmarks and cultural markets, making Dubai an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Dubai, UAE, offers docking at Port Rashid. Travelers explore Burj Khalifa and Dubai Souk. Excursions visit Abu Dhabi’s Sheikh Zayed Mosque. Local markets sell shawarma. The peak season, November to March, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures skyscrapers and Persian Gulf vistas. Dining onboard includes kabsa, an Emirati favorite. Souvenirs, like gold crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Bedouin history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the arid climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Dubai’s modern charm offers a vibrant UAE stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of futuristic landmarks and cultural markets, making Dubai an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Dubai, UAE, offers docking at Port Rashid. Travelers explore Burj Khalifa and Dubai Souk. Excursions visit Abu Dhabi’s Sheikh Zayed Mosque. Local markets sell shawarma. The peak season, November to March, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures skyscrapers and Persian Gulf vistas. Dining onboard includes kabsa, an Emirati favorite. Souvenirs, like gold crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Bedouin history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the arid climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Dubai’s modern charm offers a vibrant UAE stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of futuristic landmarks and cultural markets, making Dubai an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)