Discover Hindu culture when visiting modern landmarks such as the Gate of India and Elephanta Island!
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Cape Town
Cape Town, South Africa is more than just a city – it is also a melting pot of beautiful beaches, breathtaking mountain-lined landscapes, and endless natural beauty.
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The Maldives
Calming beauty...crystal clear oceans...the Maldives is a tropical paradise!
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The countries that make up the Indian Ocean are some of the most diverse and enticing cruise destinations in the world. From tropical coastlines to lush jungles, there is much ground to cover in this region, and you won’t be disappointed! You can explore the coastlines of India, South Africa, Seychelles, and more (depending on your itinerary). Discover the colorful and calming atmosphere of ports such as Mumbai, Male, Nosy Be, and Cape Town where you can find endless turquoise beaches, bustling cities, many UNESCO World Heritage sites, and an unlimited variety of exciting outdoor activities.
Many high-scale cruise lines, such as Silversea, Crystal, Oceania, and Azamara offer Indian Ocean cruises throughout the year. A typical Indian Ocean cruise can be anywhere from 7- to 14-nights in length, providing a great variety of itineraries to choose from. Since you will be located near the equator, you can expect warm weather year-round. The summer is the warmest time of the year for the Indian Ocean, with the temperature offset by natural sea breezes. This region tends to be less crowded during the spring and fall, when you can enjoy equally sunny but more mild temperatures.
American Discount Vacations is proud to offer the best deals possible on all Indian Ocean cruises booked with us. Backed by our "Low Price Guarantee," and powered by our team of expert travel agents, we're sure to exceed your expectations when booking your next Indian Ocean cruise!
Highlighted Indian Ocean Cruise Attractions
The following are just a few of the many things to do during an Indian Ocean cruise:
The Maldives
Imagine waking up to the magnificent sunshine beaming down over a crystal-clear ocean before spending your day snorkeling alongside turtles, dolphins, and colorful fish. After the day is done, you look up and take in the serene night sky, where you can see hundreds of stars without any noises or lights to take away from its calming beauty. When you pay a visit to the Maldives, this vision can easily become your reality! With its many sandy beaches and warm weather, the Maldives are a tropical paradise.
Bombay/Mumbai
The charming city of Bombay is Indian’s second largest city and a stark contrast from the laid-back life of paradise. You will discover many interesting things to do in this city, such as touring famous modern landmarks or visiting the stone Elephant Caves, where you can learn all about the Hindu culture. Among some of the things you can check out while in Bombay are the Gate of India, Elephanta Island, and Kamla Nehru Park. Don’t forget to let your taste buds in on the adventure with a stop at an Indian street food vendor along the way!
Cape Town
Cape Town, South Africa is more than just a city – it is also a melting pot of beautiful beaches, breathtaking mountain-lined landscapes, and endless natural beauty. Some of the most popular points of interest in Cape Town include Table Mountain (where you can ride a cable car to the top) and Cape Point Peninsula. You might even be able to partake in a wine-tasting experience at one of the lush vineyards!
Cruise Lines
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Mainstream Cruise Lines
Value is a key feature of these popular cruise lines, as they offer lots of activities, entertainment and dining options, along with a variety of stateroom types. Some of the cruise lines in this category have ships with unique innovations like water slides, rock-climbing walls, ice-skating rinks, surfing simulators, bowling alleys, and boardwalks.
Their ships are usually anywhere from mid-sized to very large "mega" ships, accommodating thousands of guests. These ships give the feel of being in a large resort.
Mainstream cruise lines are a great option for just about everyone (including multi-generation families, and first-time cruisers), and typically have great youth programs.
During the cruise, entertainment may include Broadway productions, Vegas-style shows, comedians, and music. Some of these lines have select formal nights during the cruise. Specialty restaurants are becoming more and more common (some which have a cover charge for this type enhanced dining experience). Buffets are usually available throughout the day, besides room service, and the main dining room(s).
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Deluxe Cruise Lines
These cruise lines fit (quality and, usually, price-wise) somewhere in between Premium and Luxury cruise lines.
A country club casual atmosphere can be expected on these lines, as can be elegant accommodations and gourmet cuisine. These cruise lines are a great option for adults looking for a upscale, yet laid back, vacation.
Unique itineraries are often available on these cruise lines, as their small-to-mid-sized ships can visit ports of call that large ones can't get to.
The pricing on Azamara Club Cruises includes select beverages and pre-paid gratuities, while the pricing of Viking Ocean Cruises includes shore excursions and select beverages.
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Specialty Cruise Lines
These cruise lines offer a truly unique vacation experience, with a wide range of possible amenities and itineraries. Some are expedition cruise lines, others have sailing yachts or are coastal ships.
On these types of cruise lines, there's usually a focus on a specific destination or theme. Itineraries are usually very destination intensive, aided by the fact that they're able to reach many ports of call that larger ships can't.
Expedition cruise lines are a great fit for adventure-seeking travelers, featuring exciting destinations like the Galapagos Islands, Antarctica, and the Norwegian coast. During the cruise, there will usually be plenty of interesting lectures given by experts on the destination being visited. Often, shore excursions are included in the cost of the cruise. In fact, some of these cruise lines have all-inclusive pricing. There's a definite focus on the ship's surrounding scenery, as well as opportunities to view wildlife in their natural habitat. Small, but comfortable, ships are commonplace here, with anywhere from basic to very luxurious public spaces, cuisine, and accommodations (depending on the cruise line and ship).
Sailing Yachts, sail-assisted motor ships, offer a really unique vacation experience. Accommodations and cuisine on these intimate vessels can be anywhere from good to fantastic, depending on the cruise line. Destinations offered by these cruise lines may include the Caribbean, Europe, Panama Canal, Tahiti, and Costa Rica.
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Luxury Cruise Lines
When the finest cruise vacation is your top priority, this is the place to start.
On a luxury cruise line, guests experience highly personalized service, a more intimate (and usually formal) onboard experience, gourmet cuisine, well-appointed accommodations, and fantastic amenities. Many of these brands have smaller ships, allowing them to reach ports of call that the larger ships can't, which results in unique itineraries.
All of these brands feature a version of all-inclusive pricing, and some of them have ships with all-suite accommodations. Although these cruise lines are usually more expensive than the rest, they also provide their guests with so much more, resulting in a fantastic value when considering all that's included.
Costa Cruises enjoys the reputation of being Europe’s number one cruise line. This Italian company has a large fleet that sails Caribbean, Mediterranean, Northern Europe, South America, Asia, Indian Ocean, Middle East, Baltic and Russia, and Transatlantic itineraries. Spa accommodations are available on several of the newer Costa ships, and there are a wide range of things to do as you Cruise Italian Style with them.
Formed in 2002 by luxury cruise industry veterans Joe Watters and Frank Del Rio, Oceania Cruises is one of the the world’s leading deluxe cruise lines. The finest cuisine at sea, award-winning itineraries and outstanding value define Oceania Cruises’ five-star product and have positioned the company as the cruise line of choice for travelers seeking a truly refined and casually elegant travel experience.
Experience a different and magical way of cruising. Ponant prides themselves in providing modest-sized yachts that will transport you where most larger ships cannot reach. Included on board are restaurants that prepare the finest in French-inspired cuisine, as well as a well-trained and discreet staff whose goal is to provide you with the best service possible. For those who enjoy the luxurious life, some of their ships have butler service (for guests staying in select suites). All this and so much more is offered, along with all the privacy you could ask for. Come experience cruising "A la Française", the tasteful style of this company.
Seabourn is one of the world's most luxurious cruise lines, offering state of the art amenities such as complimentary welcome champagne, open bars, complimentary gourmet dining and personalized service. Since its founding, Seabourn's ultra-luxury ships have consistently ranked among the very best vacation experiences in surveys, polls and the annual honors lists of international guidebooks and travel critics. New for Seabourn in May 2018 was Seabourn Ovation, sister ship to the innovative Seabourn Encore.
Silversea's all-inclusive ultra-luxury vacations appeal to discriminating travelers accustomed to plush accommodations and attentive, individualized service. Distinguished by its award-winning, all-suite ships and impeccable service, Silversea's all-inclusive fares include round-trip airfare (from select gateways), a pre-cruise deluxe hotel stay, all beverages including select wines and spirits, gratuities, transfers, and a special shoreside event, The Silversea Experience, on select sailings.
With over 70 years of expertise in extraordinary remote destinations, Swan Hellenic offers a truly unique luxury cruise experience with its brand-new fleet of expedition ships. The company focuses on guests' preferences and needs, environmental safety, and once-in-a-lifetime adventures, proposing enriching cultural expeditions with unforgettable itineraries to Iceland, Norway, Antarctica, Lands of the Celts, Lands of the Vikings, and more.
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Resorts
The following are just a few of the more popular hotel and resort brands that offer Indian Ocean Vacations. Use the search box that's higher up on this page, or contact us, if you're interested in pricing, availablity and our special deals on other brand.
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All-Inclusive Resorts
These resorts include a variety of amenities in their pricing. Of course, accommodations are included, but this usually means that the resort also includes meals (usually breakfast, lunch and dinner), as well as beverages (often meaning soft drinks, most alcoholic drinks, gratuities), and possibly other services (perhaps activities and entertainment). Contact us to find out the specific inclusions per resort.
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Adults-Only Resorts
A resort that considers itself "Adults-Only" usually does not allow children in their property, but some may allow children that are over a certain age. The adult age may vary, but it's usually either 16 or 18 years of age.
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Family Friendly Resorts
Resorts that are considered "Family Friendly" accept children in their property, although they may have a minimum age for children. Such resorts usually offer a variety of wonderful amenities that are geared towards guests of all ages. They may offer a supervised children’s program, and may have areas specifically meant for children (i.e. playroom) or teens (i.e. teen club). Some resorts offer professional babysitting services. Other possibilities, depending on the resort, may include water parks, mini-golf courses, water sports, a variety of activities and events, and even more.
From one of the world leaders in All-Inclusive resorts, a Club Med vacation includes gourmet dining, premium alcoholic beverages, live entertainment, children's clubs, and much more. That makes for a convenient, stress-free vacation, at a great value. Club Med offers a bit of everything within their collection of fabulous resorts - some are Adults-Only, some are Family-Friendly, some are on beaches, while others are ski resorts.
RIU Hotels & Resorts offers you a wide variety of hotels in the world's best destinations so that you can enjoy unforgettable holidays. At their hotels, you'll find complete facilities where you can enjoy an extensive gastronomic offer, the best entertainment and a host of exclusive services.
The international RIU chain was founded in Mallorca by the Riu family in 1953 as a small holiday firm and is still owned by the family’s third generation. The company specializes in holiday resorts and 70% of its establishments offer its acclaimed All Inclusive by RIU service. RIU Hotels & Resorts now has more than 100 hotels in its collection.
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