Costa Toscana - Dubai & Arabian Gulf
A week-long Gulf loop from Dubai with two overnights in the homeport, giving time for both the old souks and the Burj Khalifa before the ship heads out through the Strait of Hormuz. Calls at Muscat's corniche and forts, futuristic Doha, and Abu Dhabi round out a route that packs four countries into seven nights.
Price Range
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Mid-Range
*Prices vary by cabin type, sailing date, and availability. Confirm rates with Costa Cruises before booking.
Ship Details — Costa Toscana
View full Costa Toscana detailsYear Built
2021
Tonnage
185,010 GT
Passengers
6,600
Crew
1,682
Decks
20
Class
Excellence
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About the Ship
What Travelers Say About Costa Toscana
Reviews of the ship itself — the same for every Costa Toscana sailing. Based on 500 discussions.
Costa Toscana is a large, modern LNG-powered ship and sister to Costa Smeralda, carrying roughly 6,600 passengers with a lively, family-friendly and distinctly Italian feel. The vibe is energetic Mediterranean resort - themed venues, late-night programming and a signature White Night party - and the guest mix is overwhelmingly Italian and broader European. That nationality and language mix is the single biggest factor for Americans and Brits to weigh, since English is a minority language onboard and many shows and announcements are in Italian.
What People Love
- Authentic, immersive Italian atmosphere - themed venues and decor make guests feel like they lived in Italy for a week
- Strong, well-priced specialty dining, with a roughly 110-euro three-night gourmet package widely called well worth it
- Excellent pizza and casual Italian options, with Pizzeria Pummid'Oro and Heineken Star Club & Bistro repeatedly praised
Common Complaints
- Significant language barrier for English speakers, as Italian is the primary language for many shows and announcements
- US citizens reportedly cannot download the Costa app, leaving Americans at a disadvantage for schedules and logistics
- Included and main-dining food is called mediocre and is frequently served cold when it should be hot