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DAY 1 - 14 Jul 2022
DAY 1-2
DAY 3 - 16 Jul 2022
Time at Port: from 9 AM to 6 PM
Just a short distance from Athens, Piraeus is the biggest port in the Mediterranean and sees over 20 million cruisers each year. This port city is a perfect example of life by the sea, boasting an impressive harbour and authentic seafood dining, as well as the rich and fascinating history of ancient Greece. Whether you’re looking to discover archaeological findings or just want to relax in the sun at a friendly café, Piraeus is the place to be.
Despite being a modern construction, Agia Triada features Byzantine architecture as well as an impressive dome that is visible from every spot within the church. Overlooking the port of Piraeus, Agia Triada is a must visit to discover the history of the town and take in the tranquillity.
This vibrant and colourful district is nestled on top of a hill with views out over the bay. A walk around this neighbourhood will take you to quaint cafes, neoclassical architecture, Prophet Elias church and the Veakeion outdoor theatre.
Covering the Mycenaean period to the Roman era, the Piraeus Archaeological Museum offers artefacts excavated from Piraeus’ landscape, as well as collections donated from other sites. Visitors will discover monuments, statues, artwork and more.
One of only three surviving Liberty ships, the SS Hellas Liberty is a fascinating vessel to explore. This floating maritime museum was presented to the public in 2010 and covers a range of exhibits people of all ages will enjoy.
With stunning views of the Saronic Gulf and the beautiful vessels moored in the harbour, the bay of Zea is the perfect place to go for a walk, enjoy a delicious coffee and take in the sunshine. You’ll find many hidden gems here, including ancient walls.
DAY 4 - 17 Jul 2022
Time at Port: from 8 AM to 7 PM
DAY 5 - 18 Jul 2022
Time at Port: from 8 AM to 6 PM
Rhodes Town comprises of an old and new town, each with their own unique charms. While the Old Town is like stepping back into the medieval ages, boasting Ottoman and Italian architecture, the New Town is a hub of vibrant nightlife. The combination of both old and new makes for a fantastically varied cruise holiday, catering to all interests. Explore an ancient palace and medieval ruins during the day, dine at an authentic seafood tavern in the evening, and dance the night away.
Situated in the medieval Hospital of the Knights of Rhodes, the Archaeological Museum of Rhodes is a striking building to explore, and the artefacts within make it especially key to visit. Visitors will find mosaics, sculptures, statues and spoils of war.
The closest beach to Rhodes town, Elli Beach is a popular place to spend a sunny day. With plenty of sun loungers and umbrellas as well as waterfront restaurants and bars, you’ll have everything you need to relax, along with a diving platform to quickly cool you off.
Another must visit UNESCO World Heritage Site in Rhodes, the Palace of the Grand Master of the Knights is a beautifully preserved site filled with art, mosaics, furniture and décor. Explore this structure for a glimpse into the past of Rhodes.
Rhodes Town comprises of an old and new town, each with their own unique charms. While the Old Town is like stepping back into the medieval ages, boasting Ottoman and Italian architecture, the New Town is a hub of vibrant nightlife. The combination of both old and new makes for a fantastically varied cruise holiday, catering to all interests. Explore an ancient palace and medieval ruins during the day, dine at an authentic seafood tavern in the evening, and dance the night away.
If you’re looking for the best views across Rhodes, Roloi Clock Tower is the place to be! Since being restored over time its architecture is of a Baroque style, and with a rewarding free drink after making the climb to the top.
DAY 6 - 19 Jul 2022
Time at Port: from 8 AM to 8 PM
DAY 7-8 - 20 Jul 2022 to 21 Jul 2022
Time at Port: from 7 AM to 2:30 AM
Known for unrivalled views, sparkling blue sea and iconic bleached-white architecture, Santorini is a truly unforgettable destination. A stroll down one of the many cobbled streets and along the volcanic-sand beaches is the perfect way to spend a romantic evening, while kids and families will love taking the plunge from a caldera cruise and exploring the colourful markets. Finally, don’t forget to delve into Santorini’s past at the many museums on offer.
Located in the centre of Fira, the Archaeological Museum of Thera is a must visit for insight into the civilizations that came before present day, featuring artefacts from the Archaic, Roman, Geometric and Hellenistic periods, including Byzantine works of art.
Thira, as the capital of Santorini, is the gem of the area and boasts fantastic nightlife and restaurants with mouthwatering food. Here you can feel and be part of the action as it all takes place.
Home to the artefacts found at multiple archaeological sites such as Akrotiri, some of these excavations were discovered as early as 1867. Visitors will find numerous temporary and permanent exhibitions offering insight into the prehistoric age of Thira.
Before the cable car, tourists to Santorini would have to climb the winding stairs to the capital or ride by mule. Now, this mode of transport offers stunning sights of the land and sea on the way up, as well as access to the volcano.
If you are looking to get a better look at the local geography, Santorini Volcano is a fantastic place to start with regular boat trips to look at the powerful effects that a volcano can have on the local environment.
DAY 8 - 21 Jul 2022
Time at Port: from 8:30 AM to 1:30 PM
The Greek island of Milos is often overlooked in favour of Santorini and Mykonos, though visitors will find that Milos boasts just as much charm and beauty on a far more intimate scale. A walk around the town will bring you to classic whitewashed villages, turquoise blue waters, oceanfront dining and a warm, welcoming community. If you’re looking for all the highlights of the most popular Greek islands but with less crowds, Milos is for you.
The Catacombs of Milos are considered to be one of the most important Christian places of worship in Greece. Divided into three major underground galleries, visitors can take a short guided tour to discover the history of this landmark.
To truly understand how the Aegean Islands came to be, a visit to the Milos Mining Museum is a must. Here, you’ll also uncover the history of the many miners who worked in Milos, with photographs, paintings and several authentic tools on display.
Considered to be the best beach in Milos, Paliochori stretches for several kilometres with crystal-clear, warm water perfect for swimming. The unique colouring of the rock formations make this beach a perfect photo stop, while the local tavernas serve delicious cuisine.
With its otherworldly white volcanic rocks and vibrant blue waters, Sarakíniko beach looks like a whole new planet. Admire the amazing shapes made by the waves and wind, discover numerous caves and don’t forget your camera!
Though the journey to this beach is rather adventurous, visitors will be rewarded with a tranquil, secluded experience. With numerous small caves to discover as well as crystal, turquoise water to swim in, Tsigrado Beach is a small slice of paradise.
DAY 8-9 - 21 Jul 2022 to 22 Jul 2022
Time at Port: from 7 PM to 7 PM
Whether you’re in the mood for stretching out on an idyllic beach, itching to explore the maze of streets in search of seafood, or even looking to dance the night away at a seaside superclub, Mykonos has something for everyone. History buffs will be fascinated by the archaeological site of Delos, while Mykonos Windmills provide the perfect holiday snap. A romantic dinner along Little Venice is a must for couples- especially at sunset.
This row of 18th century fishing houses looks out onto the crystal clear sea, providing beautiful views both day and night. Though they aren’t fishing houses anymore, the shops, restaurants and bars that have replaced them still give a very enchanting waterfront experience.
Boasting plenty of sun-kissed beaches, including Fokos and Kapari beaches, there's plenty of space and options for a relaxing day on the sand by the blue sea.
Paraportiani Church is one of the most photographed churches in the world, and it’s easy to see why. The whitewashed structure stands out vibrantly against the ocean backdrop, creating fantastic photo opportunities and a romantic place to take a stroll.
Featured on many postcards you’ll find in Greece, the Mykonos Windmills are an iconic sight of the island. Once vital to the economy, the seven windmills are now a beautiful spot to take photos and explore- particularly at sunset.
Day or night, Matoyianni Street is bustling with shopping, dining and bars. It’s the perfect place to find handmade souvenirs, such as jewellery and even sandals, as well as other designer boutiques. Visitors will also love the live music here!
This small island is one of the most prominent archaeological sites in Greece, and is simply teeming with mythological and historical insights. Visitors will marvel at the artefacts exhibited here, including sculptures of Apollo and Artemis.
DAY 10 - 23 Jul 2022
Time at Port: from 9 AM to 6 PM
Just a short distance from Athens, Piraeus is the biggest port in the Mediterranean and sees over 20 million cruisers each year. This port city is a perfect example of life by the sea, boasting an impressive harbour and authentic seafood dining, as well as the rich and fascinating history of ancient Greece. Whether you’re looking to discover archaeological findings or just want to relax in the sun at a friendly café, Piraeus is the place to be.
Despite being a modern construction, Agia Triada features Byzantine architecture as well as an impressive dome that is visible from every spot within the church. Overlooking the port of Piraeus, Agia Triada is a must visit to discover the history of the town and take in the tranquillity.
This vibrant and colourful district is nestled on top of a hill with views out over the bay. A walk around this neighbourhood will take you to quaint cafes, neoclassical architecture, Prophet Elias church and the Veakeion outdoor theatre.
Covering the Mycenaean period to the Roman era, the Piraeus Archaeological Museum offers artefacts excavated from Piraeus’ landscape, as well as collections donated from other sites. Visitors will discover monuments, statues, artwork and more.
One of only three surviving Liberty ships, the SS Hellas Liberty is a fascinating vessel to explore. This floating maritime museum was presented to the public in 2010 and covers a range of exhibits people of all ages will enjoy.
With stunning views of the Saronic Gulf and the beautiful vessels moored in the harbour, the bay of Zea is the perfect place to go for a walk, enjoy a delicious coffee and take in the sunshine. You’ll find many hidden gems here, including ancient walls.
DAY 10
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.
24 Sep 2019
Lovely staff, great food, good cleaners. Just felt the ship interior was looking very tired and in need of an upgrade
24 Jun 2019
All arrangements organised by Iglu went without a hitch. We had a fabulous time. The ships facilities were excellent. Food was good. Entertainment was also good. The cabin was larger than I expected. The crew could not do enough for you and they were both pleasant and efficient. Times ashore on this cruise was longer than most other cruise ships excellent itinary. I would not hesitate is using this company again. Hopefully next year.
24 Jun 2019
Amazing cruise experience from start to finish. Have cruised several times before with many of the bigger companies but Celestyal matched them all for service, hospitality, entertainment, itinerary and dining albeit on a smaller scale. There was enough variety of good food to satisfy the most discerning diner and hurray, there was NO midnight buffet so you didn’t fall over all those greedy people stuffing their faces with pizza and chips in the late evening which is often a feature of bigger cruise ships. If I had to find one thing which could be improved, all I would suggest is the coffee from machines in the buffet restaurant is a little on the bland side. However, all you need to do is order from the bar and it’s a different story. All inclusive aspect of the cruise is a bonus and the quality of drinks from the bar was just as good as the premium grade which you can purchase separately. In fact, my inclusive gin and tonic was just as good as the Hendricks which I treated myself to on one occasion. We had booked an outside cabin with picture window but when we boarded we decided to go a bit mad and upgrade to a balcony suite which was amazing. It was huge with every facility you could ask for and the concierge service was exceptional. Giovanni and Robert couldn’t do enough for us and seemed to anticipate what we wanted before we even asked for it. I know sometimes you think you don’t spend much time in your cabin but for the time you are in there it was a delight to have the space to relax without falling over each other and of course an amazing balcony to enjoy watching the idyllic Greek islands pass by. The itinerary is perfect and the extended time in most of the ports means you can see a lot more of the beautiful scenery and island life. The three inclusive excursions were a bonus and the process for getting on an off the ship ship to go ashore, whether on a tour or independently was very efficient and hassle free. This review wouldn’t be complete without a mention for the wonderful Cruise Director, Danny and his entertainment team who were without doubt the most professional performers I have ever enjoyed on a cruise and the twice nightly shows never failed to deliver. The hospitality team also made such a difference as you felt they were genuinely there to make sure you enjoyed your holiday without being pushy or intrusive and by the end of the week there was a real family atmosphere on board. So if you are looking for a small intimate cruise ship (we were 780 passengers) with a joyous atmosphere on board, great service and a terrific itinerary then this is the one for you. Dress code was relaxed but passengers generally chose to glam up in the evenings without going over the top, thereby avoiding the need to be overloaded with formal dresses, flashy jewellery and uncomfortable shoes - not my thing when I’m cruising. Well done Celestyal, we will certainly choosing you as our go to cruise line in the future.
Show more18 Jun 2019
The ship is lovely. Spotlessly clean..Avery relaxing atmosphere....crew are all friendly and efficient j..food fantastic..lots of different nationalities amongst passengers but the shows were to please everyone’s tastes..... service throughout..bars ..restaurants..shops was absolutely faultless.. Will I go on board agsih..YES..YES..YES!!!!!.
13 May 2019
A fabulous first cruise. No frills, but the exactly what we wanted from a cruise. Excellent staff, spell binding evening shows and a great itinerary. the food was excellent. I have an issue with the cabin, in that it was sold as unobstructed, but was obstructed, but I am hopeful this will be dealt with appropriately.
29 Oct 2018
Excellent itinerary ship although dated was in good order The staff were helpful and friendly particularly on reception and resolved a cabin issue on arrival Bar staff were friendly but slow and inattentive on occasion necessitating us going to the bar to order a drink Excursions which were included were of excellent standard with excellent guides Food very good Disappointed that it was not acceptable to order double spirits Entertainment was very good regardless of being a small company Overall excellent value for money and would certainly use them again
Show more24 Sep 2018
We saw amazing staff including Danny the cruise director he was excellent and all of the staff worked hard. One of the officers in charge of the catering the restaurant and bar area on floor 5 at quite a well built man was really horrible to his staff in public it was humiliating for all concerned and he needs retaining due to his inability to mama few people properly this reflected badly on. Him and on then comapany. We were disappointed with the standard of the bathroom in the cabin and quality of fitting staff eg a broken lampshade etc. The hairdryer wiring looked very old Cali g and no sign of any testing for electrical safety to reassure us. Spare pillows on arrival were dirty and had no pillowcase. The food was a bit disappointing we saw how hard the crew worked so no fault there but quality of meats and products used limited their abilities to produce a nice meal. We felt that the day when we couldn’t dock in Milos was badly managed as we were informed on arrival that that day three days away was looking likely to be windy weather , I can’t believe with technology that they couldn’t ring ahead to find out if the tenders would work. We ended up with only a few hours on Syros which was a lovely island we could have had more of a day there. The theatre group tried hard but the entertainment became a bit repetitious so we didn’t go every night where on other cruise we have done was really different every night. It would be good to have some information about the islands ps given out as did other cruises to help you find your way around. On shore , it felt that there was constant trying to sell you a tour which were we felt very expensive. The three trips included were very good very much appreciated and excellent coaches and guides provided. Our last trip in turkey was spoilt by the hard sell from the carpet sellers who were pestering and following us about it was very harassing I think you need to review that part of the trip it was not pleasant and spoilt the day. I would like an apology for that from the company as you put us in that position. The all inclusive drinks etc the policy of you can only have one drink at a time was again silly when we wanted a coffee and brandy in the evening after our meal we were told we couldn’t have this at same time silly and reflected again on not doing what the customer requests , there was nothing in the small print that said you can’t have a coffee and drink together. It would also be nice if the self serve coffee and tea was available 24 hours a day again annoying when I wanted a really cup of tea. Would we go again with Celestryl I think probably not . There were some good bits and we made the most of it but we have had a better experience with other companies so you do compare .the places seen were great and it ticked the box for that but if had chance awe aim would use a different company on reflection from coming home, It isn’t little things you can change that would make the experience better We are happy to discuss any comments about this feedback
Show more12 Sep 2018
If you are looking for high end cruising this is not the boat. The boat is tired and the cabins very small. Food acceptable. However staff service in every area is excellent. We chose this cruise for its itinerary and its many ports of call rather than for spending time on board. This suited our needs on this particular holiday. Smaller ship is better and less formality.
All offers and prices are subject to change and availability at time of enquiry. Prices are based on two passengers sharing unless otherwise stated and are subject to the Tour Operator's terms and conditions. Cabin and Flight supplements may apply. Other supplements may apply in addition to the price shown above. Flight details, timings and routing may be subject to alteration. Other tour operator charges may also apply. Any Onboard Spending money or drinks package value shown will be per cabin, again based on two sharing.
Note: On 13 January 2018, new European legislation is being adopted in the UK which as result will mean that we may change our required method of payment at our discretion, irrespective of how any deposit or prior payment was made.
