Saudi based Aroyo Cruises launches Mediterranean itineraries

Arabian cruise line Aroya Cruises just announced the launch of inaugural Mediterranean itineraries set to begin in June 2025.

Homeported in Galataport Istanbul, Aroya will sail to top Eastern Mediterranean destinations.

The new itineraries feature seven-night voyages to ports in Turkiye and Greece beginning on 21 June.

It will sail to Bodrum, Marmaris, Kaş and Kuşadası, followed by additional stops in Athens, Mykonos and Crete later that month.

In July, the itineraries expand to include Rhodes and İzmir, with Fethiye added in August.

One of the new itineraries will be dedicated entirely to Turkish coastal cities.

Since its maiden voyage in December, Aroya Cruises has completed a successful inaugural season in the Red Sea.

The ship features a zip line, water slides and one of the largest kids’ zones at sea.

There are a dozen restaurants and 17 lounges and cafes offering Saudi and international cuisine.

Dr. Jörg Rudolph, President of AROYA Cruises, said: “Launching our Mediterranean season is a proud moment, offering a new way to discover one of the world’s most iconic cruise regions through an Arabian inspired experience.”

İlhan Sipahi, CEO of Galataport Istanbul, added, “The selection of Galataport İstanbul as the homeport for Aroya Cruises, one of the newest and most substantial investments in the cruise industry, is a source of immense pride.”