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Saudi Cooking Class (Cruise Shore Excursion)

  • CuisineSaudi home cooking (jareesh and similar)
  • DurationAbout 4 hours
  • Price rangeVaries by cruise
  • PricePriced by the cruise line per ship and sail date
  • Best seasonYear-round

Cruise visitors at Jeddah Islamic Port can book the Saudi cooking class offered as a shore excursion (code JED_12 on the Norwegian Cruise Line site). The class lasts about four hours, is aimed at cruise passengers, and is likely to feature a traditional dish such as jareesh, with the menu depending on the season. Booking and pricing are only through the cruise line, so independent visitors cannot use it.

Four-hour Saudi cooking class sold to cruise passengers through the Norwegian Cruise Line excursion desk; not bookable independently.

Cruise visitors at Jeddah Islamic Port can book the Saudi cooking class offered as a shore excursion (code JED_12 on the Norwegian Cruise Line site). The class lasts about four hours, is aimed at cruise passengers, and is likely to feature a traditional dish such as jareesh, with the menu depending on the season. Booking and pricing are only through the cruise line, so independent visitors cannot use it. Independent travellers can book home-hosted Hijazi cooking and lunch experiences on Nusuk (from SAR 296, about USD 79) or byFood, described in the cooking class section.

Practical information for Saudi Cooking Class (Cruise Shore Excursion) · Last updated September 2026
Price Priced by the cruise line per ship and sail date
Duration About 4 hours
Address Arranged by the cruise line from Jeddah Islamic Port, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

What is included

  • Cooking class
  • Meal of the dishes prepared (as listed by the cruise line)

Good to know

Operator
Norwegian Cruise Line shore excursions

Location

Arranged by the cruise line from Jeddah Islamic Port, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

21.4680, 39.1550 View on map

Highlights

  • Four-hour Saudi cooking class for cruise passengers
  • Booked only through the cruise line
  • Menu varies by season
  • Independent alternatives on Nusuk and byFood

Tips for visiting

  • Cruise passengers should book through the ship excursion desk.
  • Independent visitors should use the Nusuk or byFood cooking classes.
  • Wear closed shoes and modest clothing.
  • Return to the ship at least 90 minutes before departure.

When to visit

Year-round; held indoors.

Accessibility

Indoor kitchen setting; ask the excursion desk about mobility needs.

Frequently asked questions

Who can book it?

Cruise passengers through the cruise line only.

How long is it?

About four hours.

What is cooked?

Saudi dishes such as jareesh, depending on the season.