Visit the capital of Modern and Ancient Greece and explore , the "Old City" of Athens, Plaka, with its neoclassical buildings and shops for gifts and souvenirs.
Climb the Acropolis hill, where the Parthenon Temple dominates, and enjoy the wonderful view. Also, take a trip along the beautiful Saronic Gulf - Cape Sounion and ancient Corinth, where you can sunbathe and admire thousand years of history.
Known as the "Emerald Isle" because of its rich vegetation and timeless beauty, Corfu is one of the hidden treasures of the Mediterranean. The second largest of the Ionian islands, Corfu covers an area of 592 square kilometers. With the intense culture and incomparable beuaty coastline, Corfu was an inexhaustible source of inspiration for many artists and writers.
The town of Chania is built on the ruins of ancient Cydonia. This historic city had been conquered by many invaders, who left traces of their culture, depicted on building faces, castles, walls, antiquities, monasteries and churches. Dominant position in the city center holds the Municipal market, a brilliant cross-shaped building which was completed in 1913, the analogue of Marseille.
The Venetian port is attractive to visitors and locals, both for its beauty and the entertainment it provides. The neighborhoods of the old city preserve their Venetian nobility. Narrow paved alleys are surrounded with tasteful renewed houses, from various eras, offering a pleasant stroll.
In the southeastern edge of Kotor Bay, is located the namesake city, with its medieval color intact, a World Heritage site, under the protection of UNESCO. The walls of the city, stretching for 4.5 kilometers, were gradually growing over the centuries and nowadays create points with stunning view. The natural beauty is inherent in the rich history and tradition, and a host of cultural events organized every year in the region, attract many tourists to the medieval natural harbor of Adriatic. The traces of Illyrians, of the Roman culture,of Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque era, are particularly strong and are reflected in the many attractions and monuments of different historical periods.
| Day | City/Port | Arrival | Departure |
| 1 | Athens (Piraeus), Greece | ------ | 19:00 |
| 3 | Kotor (Montenegro) | 08:00 | 17:00 |
| 4 | Corfu, Greece | 08:00 | 14:00 |
| 5 | Chania - Souda (Crete) | 13:30 | ------ |
| 6 | Athens (Piraeus), Greece | 08:00 | 00:00 |
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The Celestyal Journey is designed to give you more of what you love. Step aboard and make yourself comfortable in one of our 630 staterooms. With 149 Balcony Suites, 120 Junior Suites and 28 Suites plus options for ocean views, there is something for everyone.
Fresh towels and toiletries are delivered twice a day and your personal steward is on hand to deliver room service 24/7. All our cabins have adjustable air-conditioning, a hairdryer, a safe and TV. Suites also have a refrigerated minibar and an additional seating area.
Here at Celestyal Cruises, we’re incredibly proud of our global reputation for putting our guests first in everything we do. When you choose to cruise with us, we will ensure you’re choosing the freedom to create the perfect experience for you. And that starts with our fares.
We’re the number one choice for travelers to the Greek Islands and Eastern Mediterranean – a fact we love to share!
Our guests tell us it’s because we offer the only genuine Greek cruising experience. Passionate hospitality, intricate local knowledge, and the life-affirming spirit of adventure.
Our awards tell a similar story, with over 60 wins in 7 years. From ‘Platinum Guest Experience’ to ‘Best Itinerary’, we’re proud of them all. And we’re especially humbled by our first prize for ‘Cruise Line with the Greatest Commitment to the East Med Region’.
From launching programs in education, welfare and youth entrepreneurship, to making sustainability commitments and pioneering ethical business practices, we try to do our part.
‘Journey to Knowledge’ is one of the programs we’re most proud of. We bring interactive exhibits from the Heraklion Museum in Athens to remote areas on the Greek Islands. Since 2015 we’ve worked, learned and laughed with around 2000 students from Milos, Patmos, Samos and Ios.
All our office and ship management operations, from crew to hotel to technical, are certified by DNV, the biggest and most respected rating agency in the marine industry.
We’re rated in accordance with ISO 9001/14001 standards, which relates to quality and the environment. So you can cruise the Greek Islands and East Mediterranean with peace of mind.
Here at Celestyal Cruises, we’re incredibly proud of our global reputation for putting our guests first in everything we do. When you choose to cruise with us, we will ensure you’re choosing the freedom to create the perfect experience for you. And that starts with our fares.
Great value and a great sense of occasion
We love to share our deep-rooted connection to Greece and the Eastern Med with our guests. Our expert knowledge of every destination, of every authentic recipe, and our warm hospitality is unmatched – so you can relax in the knowledge that your trip will be one to remember.
Complimentary Dining
We know the best recipes are the ones passed down between generations. And we love to share that with our guests. So onboard a Celestyal cruise, you can expect three meals a day freshly prepared by our local chefs. Indulge in our Lamb Provincial paired with a red Cavino Ionos in the evening or refuel with Aubergines Dolmades for lunch before heading out to see the sights. Whether you have veggie, gluten-free or any other dietary requirements, our culinary experts will make sure you don’t miss out on our chefs’ amazing talents
Vibrant Entertainment
Immersing our guests in the local way of life is at the heart of the Celestyal experience. Take Greek dancing lessons from a pro and take the Mediterranean culture home with you. Enjoy a glass of bubbly or a cool Mythos as you watch the stars glitter off the Aegean with our front-seat, panoramic horizon bar views. And don’t miss the colour and magic of Cirque Fantastic. Whirling acrobatics, flamboyant dancers and a frenzy of glitter and feathers – a highlight to remember for years to come
Daily Onboard Activities
In between your adventures onshore, our ships are packed with activities and onboard entertainment to suit all types of travellers. Learn to dance the Sirtaki or Ballos or treat yourself to some holiday retail therapy at our huge selection of onboard shops – perfect for those holiday souvenirs. Why not try your luck in our onboard casino before heading down to the bar for an evening of entertainment?
Port Expenses and Gratuities
With all charges, port expenses and gratuities included in our fares, you can relax knowing we’ve got you covered. We’ll bring your next adventure to you, with no additional fees.
New for 2023-2024 we’re introducing a flexible way to get the most from our time together with two exciting fares – Inclusive and Enhance. We’ve created our new fares by listening to what our guests say they want most from their experience to give them both value and a sense of occasion.
We want every guest to experience the best of Celestyal as standard.
Our Inclusive Fare is designed to give our guests the perfect start to their voyage, offering complimentary dining, drinks with meals, gratuities and pre-bookable shore excursion discounts. We think it represents the best way to enjoy a wide range of what we have to offer, while at the same time giving freedom of choice. All our guests can make the most of their time with us by choosing to upgrade as they go, so there’s no pressure to make your mind up right away.
Before you set sail, take control of your cruise with Manage My Booking. Access all your need-to-know information, and even add an extra excursion or two.
$80 excursion discount, Select drinks included with meals, Complimentary Dining, Onboard entertainment, Port Charge and Gratuities.
OR CHOOSE MORE STARTING FROM AS LITTLE AS $170pp
Our Enhance Fare allows our guests to do exactly that. This is where you can enhance your cruise experience with a fantastic selection of premium drinks onboard, speciality dining discounts, Wi-Fi and more shore excursion discount vouchers. The idea is to go with the flow and build your perfect cruise experience that prioritizes what you think is important to make your cruise as memorable as possible.
ENHANCED CRUISE FARE
A bit more on top
Upgrade to our Enhance Cruise Fare and delve even deeper into your Celestyal experience.
For some of our guests, our fine dining experience is top of their menu – and our incredible chefs would obviously agree – so there’s no better way to complement our delicious cuisine than with a selection of fine wines from our Sommelier’s personal selection.
Our Enhance fare lets you squeeze every last drop out of your cruise, including an extra discount on our speciality, six-course dining menu, impeccably crafted by local legend and award-winning celebrity chef Diane Kochilas, and an extra complimentary discount to help you explore more from our range of shore excursions. And Manage my Booking means it’s never been easier to take control of your experience Celestyal – so you can enjoy Greece and the Eastern Med without limits.
$160 complimentary excursion discount, Premium drinks package, Speciality dining discount, Onboard entertainment, Wi-Fi Access, Port Charges And Gratuities
