Yanbu al Bahr

Discover "the spring by the sea" on your Middle East cruise to Saudi Arabia

King Abdullah Economic City, Saudi Arabia | MSC Cruises

Pristine white sandy shores, private beaches and amazing dive sites

In Yanbu al Bahr you find the open desert touching the blue waters. Old Yanbu dates back 2500 years and offers one of the oldest souks, where traders used to come from places as far as Africa to sell their goods.

Divided into three administrations, Yanbu is one of the premiere beach destinations in Saudi Arabia. In the east there is Yanbu AlNakhl, founded more than two thousand years ago and dotted with villages.

In the south there is Yanbu AlSinaiyah, the industrial and governmental center of the region. Lastly there is Yanbu AlBahr, where the majority of the coastal activities are available. This is the starting point of many diving adventures on your Red Sea Cruise, where you can enjoy the rich coral and sea life off of the coast. Learn more about all the MSC excursions that are available for this amazing destination. 

 

Famous for their musical exploits, the people of Yanbu are local experts of the Takht and Sesameh instruments. Don't miss the opportunity to discover the Middle East onboard an MSC cruise around the Red Sea.

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We're constantly updating our wide selection of shore excursions for all interests to make your cruise holiday an unforgettable experience. Some tours may also be available at embarkation or disembarkation days, while during at sea days you can enjoy on board activities.