It’s never been easier to attend grands prix in Qatar and Abu Dhabi, and mix it with a holiday in these Arabian destinations. Celestyal has just announced two cruises for F1 sailings for the 2026 Formula 1 World Championship.
Qatar
On November 27, 2026, the 1260-guest Celestyal Journey will arrive in Qatar for an eight-night Doha F1
The ship will stay in port for three nights, allowing guests to watch all practice sessions, qualifying and race day events*, before sailing from Doha and visiting Dubai, (overnight), Abu Dhabi and Sir Bani Yas Island in the UAE as well as Khalifa Bin Salman, Bahrain. Prices start from A$1179 per person twin share.
F1 2025 Abu Dhabi race day. Photo: Abu Dhabi Department of Culture and Tourism
Abu Dhabi
On December 4, 2026, the 1360-guest Celestyal Discovery will offer a seven-night Abu Dhabi F1 itinerary. The ship will stay in port for three nights, allowing guests to watch all practice sessions, qualifying and race day events*, before departing on a four-night ‘Iconic Arabia’ sailing, calling at Doha, Qatar; Ras Al Khaimah, UAE; and Khasab, Oman. Prices start from A$1259 per person twin share.
Abu Dhabi. Photo: Celestyal
All Inclusive travel – race tickets extra
Fares include all meals, soft drinks, WiFi, port fees and gratuities. Race tickets will be available to purchase via Celestyal, with travel agents able to pre-register for tickets via the line’s agency sales team.
F1 2025 – Race day Photo: Abu Dhabi Department of Culture and Tourism
Lee Haslett, chief commercial officer at Celestyal, said: “Returning to the Arabian Gulf for a third consecutive season with both of our ships is a significant milestone for Celestyal, and a clear reflection of the demand we continue to see for this region. Our previous Formula 1 sailings have been some of the most successful and talked about itineraries we have ever operated, combining world-class sporting events with immersive destinations and the ease of a cruise holiday”.
“Building on that momentum, our new Doha and Abu Dhabi F1 sailings for 2026 offer guests even more time in port, seamless access to race-weekend action and the opportunity to explore the Gulf in depth, all wrapped into the value-led, destination-rich experience Celestyal is known for.”
For more information visit celestyal.com or call 1800 648 737.
Celestyal Journey photographed from Celestyal Discovery – Abu Dhabi