Cruise to the hidden gems of the Mediterranean with Celestyal Cruises' fleet of mid-sized cruise ships and unmatched Greek hospitality. With destination-rich itineraries which focus on the Mediterranean, guests can expect authentic cultural experiences and a wonderfully relaxing holiday. In addition, Celestyal Cruises' elegant ships carry no more than 1664 passengers meaning cruisers can enjoy a smaller and more intimate experience, as well as the chance to get closer to the lesser travelled areas. Coupled with comfortable cabins, attentive crew and tasty cuisine, a cruise with Celestyal is one of a kind.
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As a Greek cruise line, you can expect Mediterranean cuisine in its tastiest and purest form. All dishes are freshly prepared onboard with seasonal and local ingredients. Each of the chefs have spent numerous years in Greek kitchens, allowing Celestyal to provide a gorgeous selection of Greek gastronomy.
When you dine with Celestyal you can participate in true Greek tradition, where you sit down for a feast with friends, finding community with others and most importantly creating unforgettable culinary moments. What's more, with three delicious meals included in your cruise fare, you won't even have to worry about picking up the bill at the end of dinner.
Different from other mainstream cruise lines, Celestyal Cruises offer shorter itineraries as well as 7-day cruises, perfect for travellers wanting to see the best of the Mediterranean in just a few days. Cruising through Greece, the East Mediterranean and the Adriatic (as seen on TV series Cruising With Jane McDonald), guests will get a whistle stop tour of this beautiful part of the world, with shorter times at sea meaning that they even get the chance to visit 2 ports in 1 day.
Amazing excursions delve deeper into each port of call providing memorable cultural experiences. Celestyal carefully handpicks and includes the best excursions highlighting each destination you visit, where you'll be joined by certified guides that will help you enjoy your time ashore.
Celestyal cruises prides itself with all the onboard activities it has to offer guests of all ages:
Celestyal ships are also equipped with an outdoor sports court and a fitness centre, meaning that there's no excuse for guests to miss out on their workout. Alternatively, the onboard spa provides the perfect occasion for a bit of rest and relaxation.
Guests will be delighted to learn that thanks to the inclusive nature of their fare, all gratuities, service charges and port taxes and taken care of when you pay your cruise fare, meaning there won't be any hidden costs along the way.
Covid-19 Testing
To sail with Celestyal Cruises, all guests aged six and over must have proof of a negative PCR test dating no later than 72 hours before embarkation. This also applies to those who are vaccinated.
Further detail around requirements specific to your cruise will be provided to you prior to departure and can be checked on the cruise line pages here.
Please see the itinerary page for exact details that apply to your sailing.
Onboard
Ships will be cleaned using methods and products which are proven to be effective against Covid-19. Social distancing will be maintained with reduced capacity, staggered activity times and reduced group sizes on shore excursions. Changes to dining will include crew assisting in buffet-style restaurants and redesigned venues.
Face Masks
Face masks will be required both onboard and ashore where social distancing is not possible.
It is currently recommended that guests embark on shore excursions organised by Celestyal Cruises. However, guests can go ashore independently provide they follow local health guidance at all times.
Please see the itinerary page for exact details that apply to your sailing.
Insurance
It is recommended that guests have COVID-19 medical, cancellation and travel insurance for their entire trip duration.
Passport
All guests will require a valid passport with a minimum of six months validity to be able to sail, even if the itinerary is not leaving British waters.
Please see the itinerary page for exact details that apply to your sailing.
Cancelled Cruises
Cancelled: All cruises until 28th May 2021. Cruises from 29th May to 28th August 2021 will be onboard Celestyal Crystal instead of Celestyal Experience.
If affected, we will be in touch soon with details on your options.
Future Cruise Credit
All named and paid individual guests who have been impacted by Celestyal's cancellations can receive a Future Cruise Credit (FCC) valued at 120% of their original booking value. Guests will have until the end of December 2021 to redeem their Future Cruise Credit against any of Celestyal Cruises’ itineraries through the end of December 2022. If guests do not use their FCC by the end of December 2021, they will receive a full refund equal to the original amount paid to Celestyal.
15 Oct 2019
We just returned after cruising on the crystal yesterday. Fantastic crew, well organised meals, drinks. Cabin crew were all friendly and helpful. Danny and the animation team were brilliant a differente show every night. We would definitely book again.
02 Sep 2019
The cruise was good. It was extremely friendly service. Excursions were very well guided.Thank you
