47 nightsFrom Melbourne28 ports of call
Melbourne to Dubai
Crystal Cruises · Crystal Symphony
Overview
A 47-night voyage aboard Crystal Symphony, departing Melbourne on 10 Mar 2028 and arriving in Dubai, calling at 28 destinations along the way.
MelbournePortland, Victoria, AustraliaKangaroo IslandAdelaideAlbany, AustraliaFremantleGeraldton, Western AustraliaBaliSandakanPuerto Princessa, PalawanBoracayManilaNha TrangHo Chi Minh CitySingaporeKuala LumpurPenangPhuketPort BlairHambantotaColombo, Sri LankaKochi (cochin), IndiaNew MangaloreMarmagao (Goa)MumbaiKhasabAbu DhabiDubai
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Itinerary
47 nights · 48 ports of call- 1
Day 1 ·Melbourne, AustraliaEmbark
10 Mar 2028Depart 19:00Melbourne is the capital city of Victoria - and a global capital of trend-setting cool. Dynamic, sporty and arty, it still maintains an air of old-world grace with spacious tree-lined boulevards and expansive parks. The prosperous lifestyle of its people is both cosmopolitan and sophisticated. The heritage of more than 100 different cultures has contributed to Melbourne's richly international character - exemplified by its range of 15,000 dining venues offering more than 50 different kinds of cuisine. - 2
Day 2 ·Portland, Australia
11 Mar 2028Arrive 09:00Depart 17:00 - 3
Day 3 ·Kangaroo Island
12 Mar 2028Arrive 09:00Depart 19:00Just minutes from Australia’s mainland, with an ambience that feels a million miles away, Kangaroo Island or "KI", as the locals call it, is home to many incredible wildlife and nature preserves that have earned the island the nickname, where the wild things are. Australia’s third largest island, after Tasmania and Melville Island, it is a veritable playground for all manner of recreation, revered for its exceptional produce, laid-back, rural lifestyle, and ever-visible kangaroo population. - 4
Day 4 ·Adelaide, Australia
13 Mar 2028Arrive 07:00Depart 18:00The capital of South Australia, Adelaide straddles the Torrens River on a narrow plain between the Mt. Lofty Ranges and the blue waters of the Gulf of St. Vincent, boasting a profusion of gardens, playgrounds, sporting fields and colorful flower beds. Affectionately known as the "City of Churches," the combination of verdant parklands and stately buildings imbue this prosperous center with enduring grace and character. - 5
Day 5 ·At Sea
14 Mar 2028 - 6
Day 6 ·At Sea
15 Mar 2028 - 7
Day 7 ·Albany (Western Australia)
16 Mar 2028Arrive 07:00Depart 16:00Abeautifully rugged coastline sets the stage for the extraordinary scenery in this charming old whale town and former military post. Be sure to explore the fifty or so colonial buildings that today serve as museums, galleries and restaurants. Take a walk through Torndirrup National Park or along the Middleton Beach boardwalk trail, and keep an eye out for whales off shore. - 9
Day 9 ·Fremantle (Perth)
17 Mar 2028Arrive 14:00Nicknamed Freo by the locals, Fremantle is friendly and welcoming, eclectic and eccentric. Located in Western Australia on the Swan River, it is a cosmopolitan city with a hippy-vibe featuring fabulous artisanal food, handcrafted beers, quirky music and a lively music and arts scene. Known for its Victorian architecture, maritime history and one-time role as a British penal colony, it is also a gateway to Perth, home to enchanting parks, beaches and a Mediterranean-like climate. - 9
Day 9 ·Fremantle (Perth)
18 Mar 2028Depart 17:00Nicknamed Freo by the locals, Fremantle is friendly and welcoming, eclectic and eccentric. Located in Western Australia on the Swan River, it is a cosmopolitan city with a hippy-vibe featuring fabulous artisanal food, handcrafted beers, quirky music and a lively music and arts scene. Known for its Victorian architecture, maritime history and one-time role as a British penal colony, it is also a gateway to Perth, home to enchanting parks, beaches and a Mediterranean-like climate. - 10
Day 10 ·Geraldton (Perth)
19 Mar 2028Arrive 07:00Depart 17:00Geraldton is a coastal city in the Mid West region of the Australian state of Western Australia, 424 kilometres north of the state capital, Perth. - 11
Day 11 ·At Sea
20 Mar 2028 - 12
Day 12 ·At Sea
21 Mar 2028 - 14
Day 14 ·Bali/Benoa, Indonesia
22 Mar 2028Arrive 13:00Bali is so beautiful that the natives believe heaven will be just like home, and touring this island paradise, it's easy to see why. Here are mysterious volcanic lakes and jungle-shrouded volcanoes, wondrous ancient temples, fabulously creative painters and wood-carvers, and the legendary dancers who re-enact the stories of their Hindu deities. - 14
Day 14 ·Bali/Benoa, Indonesia
23 Mar 2028Depart 19:00Bali is so beautiful that the natives believe heaven will be just like home, and touring this island paradise, it's easy to see why. Here are mysterious volcanic lakes and jungle-shrouded volcanoes, wondrous ancient temples, fabulously creative painters and wood-carvers, and the legendary dancers who re-enact the stories of their Hindu deities. - 15
Day 15 ·At Sea
24 Mar 2028 - 16
Day 16 ·At Sea
25 Mar 2028 - 17
Day 17 ·Sandakan, Borneo, Malaysia
26 Mar 2028Arrive 07:00Depart 17:00The sights and sounds of wildlife that can be found virtually nowhere else in the world permeate the air and every adventure in this lush forested region. Orphaned orangutans thrive in the treetops of the rehabilitation center, long-nosed proboscis monkeys perch in the jungles, and elephants meander along the Kinabatangan River, Malaysia’s second-longest waterway. Also look for the Bornean sun bear and birds that comprise the entire rainbow as you explore these wild wetlands. - 18
Day 18 ·Puerto Princesa, Palawan, Philippines
27 Mar 2028Arrive 09:00Depart 18:00Enter the subterranean world of Puerto Princesa’s Underground River – a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the Seven Natural Wonders located in the Philippines – surrounded by ethereal rock formations and lush forest where monkeys and monitors casually greet guests. The Palawan capital is also a bustling gateway to El Nido and the breathtaking Bacuit Archipelago, surrounded by limestone cliffs and soaked in sunshine. - 19
Day 19 ·Boracay Island, Philippines
28 Mar 2028Arrive 09:00Depart 18:00Lush and green, surrounded by impossibly blue waters ranging from turquoise to a deep azure, this tiny island is big on water play. From moment to moment, Boracay gives you an array of options: swim in the coral protected lagoon, try windsurfing or kiteboarding, snorkel the quiet cove of Baling Hai Beach or go shopping the bustling White Beach. - 20
Day 20 ·Manila
29 Mar 2028Arrive 08:00Set amid the forest-green splendor of Luzon Island is bustling Manila, the second largest city in Southeast Asia, with its towering skyscrapers and remarkable joie de vivre. Yet amid the big-city excitement are oases of calm: lush tropical parks, magnificent cathedrals and dramatic Spanish forts. North of the city, mountains beckon with their spectacular rice terraces, while across Manila Bay stands Mount Mariveles, a dormant volcano studded with scenic hiking trails. - 21
Day 21 ·Manila
30 Mar 2028Depart 17:00Set amid the forest-green splendor of Luzon Island is bustling Manila, the second largest city in Southeast Asia, with its towering skyscrapers and remarkable joie de vivre. Yet amid the big-city excitement are oases of calm: lush tropical parks, magnificent cathedrals and dramatic Spanish forts. North of the city, mountains beckon with their spectacular rice terraces, while across Manila Bay stands Mount Mariveles, a dormant volcano studded with scenic hiking trails. - 22
Day 22 ·At Sea
31 Mar 2028 - 23
Day 23 ·Nha Trang, Vietnam
1 Apr 2028Arrive 08:00Depart 17:00Nha Trang is a coastal resort city in southern Vietnam known for its beaches, diving sites and offshore islands. Its main beach is a long, curving stretch along Tran Phu Street backed by a promenade, hotels and seafood restaurants. Aerial cable cars cross over to Hòn Tre Island, and the nature reserves of Hòn Mun and Hòn Tằm islands, reachable by boat, have coral reefs. - 25
Day 25 ·Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
2 Apr 2028Arrive 12:01Ho Chi Minh City, known universally and affectionately by residents as Saigon, offer a glimpse into Vietnam's eventful past and its hopeful future. The city has a prosperous air of thriving activity, as rice boats float down the waterways and streets bustle with flavorful markets. Explore the sacred temples, French colonial buildings and vestiges of pivotal events. - 25
Day 25 ·Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
3 Apr 2028Depart 18:00Ho Chi Minh City, known universally and affectionately by residents as Saigon, offer a glimpse into Vietnam's eventful past and its hopeful future. The city has a prosperous air of thriving activity, as rice boats float down the waterways and streets bustle with flavorful markets. Explore the sacred temples, French colonial buildings and vestiges of pivotal events. - 26
Day 26 ·At Sea
4 Apr 2028 - 27
Day 27 ·Singapore
5 Apr 2028Arrive 10:00Singapore blends the contemporary splendor of a sparkling modern city with influences from throughout the Orient. Its history is one of riches and romance, spice trading and piracy, colonialism and growth. This island state has grown from a small fishing village to one of Asia's greatest success stories. Temples, mosques and churches stand as serene reminders of the varied collection of migrations that have graced its history. Discover the mansions and polo greens of colonial Singapore, the mystique of Chinatown and the heady aroma of spices and curry along Arab Street. You will quickly come to understand why Singapore is acclaimed as the "Crossroads of the East." - 28
Day 28 ·Singapore
6 Apr 2028Depart 18:00Singapore blends the contemporary splendor of a sparkling modern city with influences from throughout the Orient. Its history is one of riches and romance, spice trading and piracy, colonialism and growth. This island state has grown from a small fishing village to one of Asia's greatest success stories. Temples, mosques and churches stand as serene reminders of the varied collection of migrations that have graced its history. Discover the mansions and polo greens of colonial Singapore, the mystique of Chinatown and the heady aroma of spices and curry along Arab Street. You will quickly come to understand why Singapore is acclaimed as the "Crossroads of the East." - 29
Day 29 ·Port Klang (Kuala Lumpur)
7 Apr 2028Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00Bustling Port Kelang is the principal port of entry for Malaysia. The country's capital, Kuala Lumpur, is a surprisingly modern city of domes, minarets and spacious, tree-lined avenues. Her symbols of faith are visible at the Jamek Mosque, the city's birthplace. - 30
Day 30 ·Penang, Malaysia
8 Apr 2028Arrive 08:00Depart 17:00Located on the ancient spice routes, Penang is a compelling blend of Old World Asia, Sumatra, India and influences of its various European settlers over the centuries. It has been a historical link between Europe and the Middle East, and its modern identity remains a kaleidoscope of cultures. Lively markets offer adventures for the palate, its emerging art scene adds intrigue to urban jungle, and Penang Bridge and Penang Hill afford sweeping vistas. - 31
Day 31 ·Phuket, Thailand
9 Apr 2028Arrive 09:00Depart 19:00Residents call Phuket "The Pearl of the South," and one visit to this green, sun-soaked island in the Andaman Sea will show you why. The coast is a succession of magnificent beaches, the forested interior boasts virgin rain forests and numerous cacao, pineapple, and rubber plantations. The culture is a distinctive blend of Portuguese, Chinese and indigenous Chao Naam: a proud, seafaring people. - 32
Day 32 ·At Sea
10 Apr 2028 - 33
Day 33 ·Port Blair, Andaman Islands, India
11 Apr 2028Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00The Andaman Islands float like emeralds in the Bay of Bengal, with their lushly forested interiors wrapped in ribbons of golden beach. Port Blair on South Andaman Island is the archipelago's capital, and home to the Anthropological Museum, showcasing the history of the island's people, and the Cellular Jail, a colonial prison turned national memorial. Nearby attractions include Mount Harriet National Park, a bird watcher's paradise, and Havelock Island, with its iconic Elephant Beach. - 34
Day 34 ·At Sea
12 Apr 2028 - 35
Day 35 ·At Sea
13 Apr 2028 - 36
Day 36 ·Hambantota, Sri Lanka
14 Apr 2028Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00Hambantota is perhaps best known for its striking salt flats that run along the coast. Well-preserved colonial buildings and religious temples and shrines are all around, plus nearby Kataragama, a major pilgrimage site sacred to Buddhists, Hindus and Muslims. It is also a gateway to Yala National Park, home to crocodiles, leopards, elephants, sloth bears, peacocks and more. - 37
Day 37 ·Colombo, Sri Lanka
15 Apr 2028Arrive 08:00Depart 19:00Sri Lanka’s capital until recent times, this fascinating city is filled with an intriguing blend of cosmopolitan buildings and ancient temples. A key stop on the spice routes, Portuguese, Dutch, and British trading companies left behind churches, monuments and religions, as well as smatterings of their languages that have been incorporated into the speech and daily routine of the local Sri Lankans. - 38
Day 38 ·At Sea
16 Apr 2028 - 39
Day 39 ·Cochin, India
17 Apr 2028Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00Spread over a series of islands interlaced by the Arabian Sea on India’s tropical Malabar Coast, Kochi (long known as Cochin) was once an important center on the ancient spice routes. Today, this uniquely cosmopolitan city reflects cultural and architectural influences of its past – Arabic, Dutch, Portuguese and British – and serves as a gateway to Kerala, home to the mountainous slopes of the Western Ghats, a region legendary for its teas, coffees, spices and wildlife. - 40
Day 40 ·New Mangalore
18 Apr 2028Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00 - 41
Day 41 ·Mormugao (Goa), India
19 Apr 2028Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00Goa has the ability to revitalize the soul, whether one craves the energy of nightlife and zest for revelry, or the rejuvenating power of meditative yoga on an endless beach. It’s all here, from the dynamic bazaars buzzing with color and spices to the curious blend of Portuguese and Indian traditions and architecture – all celebrated with zeal and joy in Goa. - 42
Day 42 ·Mumbai (Bombay), India
20 Apr 2028Arrive 09:00Formerly known as Bombay, this city of temples where Mahatma Gandhi once lived, is home to extraordinary UNESCO treasures including the Elephanta and Ellora Caves, Agra Fort, and the Red Fort Complex. Overland journeys may be arranged to the exquisite Taj Mahal and the 2019-inscribed Jaipur Rajasthan, known also as the Pink City and revered for its colonnaded City Palace complex with royal gardens and courtyards. - 43
Day 43 ·Mumbai (Bombay), India
21 Apr 2028Formerly known as Bombay, this city of temples where Mahatma Gandhi once lived, is home to extraordinary UNESCO treasures including the Elephanta and Ellora Caves, Agra Fort, and the Red Fort Complex. Overland journeys may be arranged to the exquisite Taj Mahal and the 2019-inscribed Jaipur Rajasthan, known also as the Pink City and revered for its colonnaded City Palace complex with royal gardens and courtyards. - 44
Day 44 ·At Sea
22 Apr 2028 - 45
Day 45 ·At Sea
23 Apr 2028 - 46
Day 46 ·Khasab, Oman
24 Apr 2028Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00Khasab, a city within the Sultanate of Oman, is increasingly popular tourist with tourists. Dhow cruises showcase the inspiring scenery, calm waters are ideal for diving, and dolphins are often spotted frolicking in the sea. Stunning landscapes, high mountain peaks, a picturesque coastal route and stretches of unspoiled beaches highlight the region, while manmade wonders include an old fort that dominates the harbor which, recently restored, contains examples of traditional Omani watercraft. - 47
Day 47 ·Abu Dhabi, UAE
25 Apr 2028Arrive 08:00Depart 22:00Abu Dhabi is a bustling city with extraordinary sky scrapers, wide, tree-lined boulevards, and some of the most elite cultural destinations. This city is considered the wealthiest city in the world, but still retains a humble charm with its central souk and artisan hub for traditional crafts. - 48
Day 48 ·Dubai, United Arab EmiratesDisembark
26 Apr 2028Arrive 07:00Home to the world’s biggest shopping mall, tallest skyscraper, and dozens of ultra-glamourous luxury hotels, Dubai is truly a modern wonder. After exploring the new sites of the city, find yourself amongst traditional winding souks and local charm.
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