--- type: cruise schema_type: TouristTrip id: 388e8b90-3c57-4b5e-9074-34e8f0565c6e slug: 2251216 voyage_code: XC09U054 cruise_line: Celebrity Cruises ship: Celebrity Xcel departure_date: return_date: nights: 9 embarkation_port: Athens (Piraeus), Greece disembarkation_port: Barcelona, Spain starting_price_usd: 2352.77 bookable: true last_updated: 2026-05-04T21:54:48Z --- # Greece, Malta & Turkey > Celebrity Cruises · Celebrity Xcel · Sep 18 – 27, 2027   (9 nights) ## Quick Facts | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | **Cruise Line** | Celebrity Cruises | | **Ship** | Celebrity Xcel | | **Duration** | 9 nights | | **Departure Date** | N/A | | **Return Date** | N/A | | **Embarkation Port** | Athens (Piraeus), Greece | | **Disembarkation Port** | Barcelona, Spain | | **Starting Price** | 2,353 USD per person | | **Voyage Code** | XC09U054 | ## Itinerary ### Day 1: Athens (Piraeus), Greece **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM As the capital of Greece and one of Europe’s most bustling cities, Athens is powered by 5,000 years of history. At night, the city of Athens glows from afar, light reflecting off the ancient ruins. Today travelers flock from around the world to experience its history while on cruises from Athens. After all, the art, theatre, architecture, and philosophy of Athens had ripple effects through the fabric of entire civilizations. Take in thousands of years of history through timeless excursions wh... ### Day 2: Mykonos, Greece **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM ### Day 3: Ephesus (Kusadasi), Turkey **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM Nestled along the craggy shores of the Aegean Sea is the Turkish port of Kusadasi. Renowned as one of the most beautiful cities along the Aegean, Kusadasi is blessed with sunshine an average of 300 days a year. This beautiful city is the perfect setting to begin your journey to Ephesus. ### Day 4: Rhodes, Greece **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM Rhodes, the friendliest city in the Mediterranean, is situated at the island’s northernmost point. This sunny retreat is also home to many historic sites, such as the ruins of the Temple of Venus and the medieval Street of Knights. ### Day 5: Santorini, Greece **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 10:00 PM Here on the island of Santorini, you’ll find a classic Greek seascape—whitewashed houses accented by sea-blue roofs. This is a treasure trove for both professional and amateur archeology buffs, with sites that include tombs that date back to the 9th century and the sanctuary of Apollo. ### Day 6: Chania (Souda),Crete, Greece **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM Like many ports in this part of the world, archeological ruins dating back to antiquity are found everywhere. There are also hundreds of gorges around the island and over 1,500 land and sea caves, including Elefantos, noted for its remarkable white and red stalactites. ### Day 7: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 8: Valletta, Malta **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 04:00 PM In addition to a number of significant works of art, this town is known for the many fortifications built by the Knights of Malta, who for years helped care for European pilgrims and crusaders en reoute to and from the Holy Land. ### Day 9: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 10: Barcelona, Spain **Arrives:** 05:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Formerly a sleepy Spanish city, Barcelona has recently been reborn as an eclectic fusion of the modern and medieval. Seek inspiration from the creations of its modernist architect, Antonio Gaudí, or the Picasso Museum. Or, take in the breathtaking cathedrals in the Gothic Quarter. ## Pricing Prices shown are per person based on double occupancy in USD. | Cabin Type | Starting Price | |------------|----------------| | Inside | $2,353 | | Ocean View | $2,674 | | Balcony | $3,184 | | Suite | $8,399 | ## Cabin Options ### Inside Cabins **Guarantee Interior** (Code: Z) The private and perfectly proportioned Inside Stateroom is the ideal place to relax after your day of discovery. Need a little extra space? Combine two Inside Staterooms. Connecting at sea has never been easier. 181 sq. ft. ### Outside Cabins **Guarantee Ocean View** (Code: Y) Take in the stunning views while you relax in your Ocean View Stateroom. Like all Edge Class Staterooms, this stateroom is furnished with pure luxury in mind. From spacious living areas to the comfortable King-size Cashmere Mattress featuring eXhale bedding, you will feel right at home after your da... ### Balcony Cabins **Guarantee Veranda with Infinite Veranda** (Code: EX) Guarantee Veranda with Infinite Veranda **Prime Concierge Class** (Code: C1) — From $6,936 Discover a stateroom where service makes all the difference. It’s the little things that make a big difference, such as priority check-in, a welcome lunch, and dedicated service throughout your journey. Stateroom: 201 sq ft. and Veranda 42 sq. ft. **Guarantee Veranda** (Code: X) Interior space 202-228 sq. ft. Veranda 40-89 sq. ft. Enjoy the great outdoors—and stunning ocean views—with the luxury of your own private veranda. And, with our state-of-the-art technology, you can precisely adjust nearly every comfort feature of your room. Choose from the Sunset Veranda or the... **Guarantee Aqua Class** (Code: XA) Total living space 243 sq. ft. Veranda 42 sq. ft. Our newly enhanced AquaClass stateroom experience is more ahh-inspiring than ever. It starts with your Infinite Veranda stateroom that erases the boundaries between indoor and outdoor living. Spa-inspired elements are thoughtfully infused through... **Guarantee Concierge Class** (Code: XC) Interior space 243 sq. ft. Veranda 42 sq. ft. Our Concierge Class staterooms pair the luxury of your Infinite Veranda stateroom with an array of services and amenities, from an exclusive lunch, a destination seminar and dedicated concierge who’s always just steps away from your stateroom to help... **Concierge Class (Partial View)** (Code: C3) — From $6,403 Our meticulously thought out Ultra Concierge Class staterooms with infinite veranda, where the little details make a world of difference, are now even better. Featuring services, amenities, and exclusive events, step inside and discover a room that’s so much more than a room—it’s an experience. As a... ### Suite Cabins **Celebrity Suite** (Code: CS) — From $31,316 These two-room suites feature a large living area with floor to ceiling panoramic windows, private veranda, and a master bedroom with a king-sized bed from our signature Cashmere mattress. Stateroom 401 sq ft. Veranda 100 sq ft. **Guarantee Suite** (Code: W) As a guest of The Retreat on Celebrity Ascent, you’ll have your choice of stunning suite accommodations, including our two-story Edge Villa with outdoor plunge pools, and our Iconic Suites, the largest in our fleet, featuring views as amazing as the captain’s. All our suites on Celebrity Ascent feat... ## Ship Information ### Celebrity Xcel #### Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Passenger Capacity | 3,950 | | Crew | 1,400 | | Gross Tonnage | 141,420.0 | | Length | 1,073.0 ft | | Total Cabins | 1,646 | ## Onboard Amenities ### Entertainment - **The Bazaar**: Step into the epicenter of excitement and get swept away by the culture, traditions, and festivals of the places you’ll visit. Discover a celebration ... - **Date Night, All Day Long**: Date night just got an upgrade. Ok, lots of upgrades. From a new brunch by the sea to dance parties under the stars, you can keep your date night goin... - **The Festivals**: Party like a local at festivals that celebrate the culture and traditions of the incredible destinations you visit. - **Market at the Bazaar**: You don’t have to search far and wide for one-of-kind finds. We’ve assembled the best local must-haves right here. Experience the sights, sounds, flav... - **Spice**: Take a walk on the tasty side and sample authentic bites from the exciting places you visit on your sailing. ### Food and Drink - **Chefs Studio**: If the thing you remember most about where you travel is the food you discover there, our Chef's Studio is made for you. At our first-ever destination... - **Mosaic Restaurant**: The best way to get a taste of a place is to do exactly that. And at Mosaic, you can do it without even stepping off the ship. Our visionary chefs put... ## Ports of Call ### Athens (Piraeus), Greece *Coordinates: 37.9792, 23.7166* As the capital of Greece and one of Europe’s most bustling cities, Athens is powered by 5,000 years of history. At night, the city of Athens glows from afar, light reflecting off the ancient ruins. Today travelers flock from around the world to experience its history while on cruises from Athens. After all, the art, theatre, architecture, and philosophy of Athens had ripple effects through the fab... ### Mykonos, Greece *Coordinates: 37.4415, 25.3667* ### Ephesus (Kusadasi), Turkey *Coordinates: 37.8587, 27.2594* Nestled along the craggy shores of the Aegean Sea is the Turkish port of Kusadasi. Renowned as one of the most beautiful cities along the Aegean, Kusadasi is blessed with sunshine an average of 300 days a year. This beautiful city is the perfect setting to begin your journey to Ephesus. ### Rhodes, Greece *Coordinates: 36.1632, 27.9718* Rhodes, the friendliest city in the Mediterranean, is situated at the island’s northernmost point. This sunny retreat is also home to many historic sites, such as the ruins of the Temple of Venus and the medieval Street of Knights. ### Santorini, Greece *Coordinates: 36.3932, 25.4615* Here on the island of Santorini, you’ll find a classic Greek seascape—whitewashed houses accented by sea-blue roofs. This is a treasure trove for both professional and amateur archeology buffs, with sites that include tombs that date back to the 9th century and the sanctuary of Apollo. ### Chania (Souda),Crete, Greece *Coordinates: 35.53, 24.148* Like many ports in this part of the world, archeological ruins dating back to antiquity are found everywhere. There are also hundreds of gorges around the island and over 1,500 land and sea caves, including Elefantos, noted for its remarkable white and red stalactites. ### Valletta, Malta *Coordinates: 35.8922, 14.5128* In addition to a number of significant works of art, this town is known for the many fortifications built by the Knights of Malta, who for years helped care for European pilgrims and crusaders en reoute to and from the Holy Land. ### Barcelona, Spain *Coordinates: 41.3926, 2.07015* Formerly a sleepy Spanish city, Barcelona has recently been reborn as an eclectic fusion of the modern and medieval. Seek inspiration from the creations of its modernist architect, Antonio Gaudí, or the Picasso Museum. Or, take in the breathtaking cathedrals in the Gothic Quarter. ## Booking Information - **Book This Cruise:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2251216 - **Compare Prices:** CruisePirate compares prices across multiple booking channels - **Price Alerts:** Set up alerts for price drops on this sailing - **Support:** Contact our AI-powered cruise assistant for personalized recommendations ### Why Book with CruisePirate? - Real-time price comparison across booking channels - AI-powered cruise recommendations - Transparent pricing with no hidden fees - Expert cruise search and filtering --- ## Technical Metadata - **Canonical URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2251216 - **Markdown URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2251216.md - **API Endpoint:** https://cruisepirate.ai/api/cruises/2251216/ - **Primary Image:** https://images.cruisepirate.ai/v3/static/cruise-lines/celebrity-cruises/celebrity-xcel/other/113637.webp - **Data Source:** CruisePirate Cruise Database - **Last Updated:** 2026-05-04 21:54:48 UTC