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8 Night Greece, Malta & Turkey Cruise

Ship: Celebrity Xcel   
Departure: Friday, June 19, 2026
Nights: 8 nights
Departs: Athens
Returns: Barcelona
+ Up to $175 onboard credit
One Way Trip
One
way trip
Duration
8
Nights
Days at Sea
2
Sea Days
Ports
7
Ports
Countries Visted
4
Countries
  • Itinerary

    8 Night Greece, Malta & Turkey Cruise

    Ports of call

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    Day Date Port of Call Arrival Departure
    1 Friday, June 19, 2026 Athens, Greece Embark 5:00 PM
    View of Athens, Greece

    Athens, the capital and largest city of Greece, is also one of the world's oldest cities with an unparalleled history that spans around 3,400 years. Experiencing long periods of sunshine throughout the year, and known as "the cradle of Western civilisation", it is a 'must-see' destination for world travellers. The city contains a fascinating variety of different architectural styles, ranging from Greco-Roman through Neo-Classical, to Modern. Read more about Athens, Greece

    2 Saturday, June 20, 2026 Santorini, Greece 7:00 AM 10:00 PM
    View of Santorini, Greece

    Santorini is a small, circular archipelago of volcanic islands located in the Aegean Sea, about 200 km from Greece's mainland. It is essentially what remains of an enormous volcanic explosion some 3500 years ago, which destroyed the earliest settlements on what was formerly a single island, and which resulted in the creation of the current geological caldera. Take the cable car to view the beautiful panorama of Santorini. Read more about Santorini, Greece

    3 Sunday, June 21, 2026 Rhodes, Greece 8:00 AM 6:00 PM
    View of Rhodes, Greece

    Rhodes is the principal city of the island of the same name, situated in the Aegean Sea. It is renowned for having the longest summer of any of the Greek islands. It is famous for being the site of the Colossus of Rhodes - one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World - as well as being the home of the Citadel of Rhodes, designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, as one of the best preserved medieval towns in Europe. Read more about Rhodes, Greece

    4 Monday, June 22, 2026 Mykonos, Greece 7:00 AM 6:00 PM
    View of Mykonos, Greece

    Mykonos is the principal town of the island of the same name, which is part of the Cyclades, and could well be described as the most sophisticated of the Greek Islands. Visited by innumerable international celebrities - you may even see some enjoying a coffee on the sidewalk - it is not surprising that it is considered by many to be one of the top tourist destinations in the world. It is also an island with beautiful landscapes, scores of churches, some fascinating monuments, and windmills. Read more about Mykonos, Greece

    5 Tuesday, June 23, 2026 Kusadasi, Turkey 7:00 AM 6:00 PM
    View of Kusadasi, Turkey

    Kusadasi is a resort town on Turkey's Aegean coast and the centre of the seaside district of the same name. While best known as a starting point for visiting Ephesus, once one of the most beautiful cities in the world with a history dating from 3000 BC, there’s also a delightful range of activities in town. Places of interest include: the City Walls, of which one gate remains to-day; the peninsula at the end of the bay with its castle and swimming beaches; several aqua parks with wave-pools and white-water slides; Ladies Beach, once segregated but now open to all; and Dilek Peninsula National Park. Read more about Kusadasi, Turkey

    6 Wednesday, June 24, 2026 At Sea
    7 Thursday, June 25, 2026 Valletta, Malta 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
    View of Valletta, Malta

    Valletta (aka Belt Valletta, Città Umilissima) - traditionally reserved for the historic walled citadel that serves as Malta's principal administrative district - is the capital city of Malta, located in the central-eastern portion of the island. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is essentially Baroque in style, with elements of Mannerist, Neo-Classical and Modern architecture. Don’t miss the the majestic St John’s Co-Cathedral, with its imposing bastions and a treasure of priceless paintings. Read more about Valletta, Malta

    8 Friday, June 26, 2026 At Sea
    9 Saturday, June 27, 2026 Barcelona, Spain 5:00 AM Disembark
    View of Barcelona, Spain

    Barcelona, located in Catalonia Spain, is Europe's largest metropolis on the Mediterranean coast, and one of the world’s major global cities. Today, Barcelona balances itself on the cutting edge of architecture, intellectual life, and style. Indeed Barcelona won the 1999 RIBA Royal Gold Medal for its architecture, the first time that the winner has been a city, and not an individual architect. Read more about Barcelona, Spain

  • Ship

    Celebrity Xcel Overview

    Celebrity Xcel

    The fifth ship in Celebrity's revolutionary Edge Series, Celebrity Xcel combines the greatest hits of their Edge Series plus entirely new experiences. Xcel will include some of the Edge class's greatest hits, such as the Magic Carpet, the Grand Plaza, the innovative Theatre, The Club and Celebrity's ship-within-a-ship concept, The Retreat.

  • Cabins

    Celebrity Xcel Cabins

    Inside

    Inside

    Inside on the Celebrity Xcel Inside on the Celebrity Xcel

    Cabin Types

    DI, I2, Z

    Size: 202-231 sq.ft. Accessible. Sleeps: 2-4. With ample living space, bigger bathrooms, and more drawer space, Deluxe Inside Staterooms will become your home away from home while on board. Relax at sea after a day that's as busy or laid back as you wish. Enjoy in-room automation that allows you to control everything from lighting, to temperature, and service with a simple touch screen. You can even choose a setting that will tuck you in and gently wake you in the morning. 's world-class service at the touch of a button.

    Oceanview

    Oceanview

    Oceanview on the Celebrity Xcel Oceanview on the Celebrity Xcel

    Cabin Types

    PO, DO, O1, O2, Y

    Size: 212 sq.ft. Sleeps: 2-4 Staterooms with large floor to ceiling glass windows and a sitting area where you can kick back and relax after a day that has been as busy or relaxing as you want it. Edge series Staterooms offer the latest technology that allows you to precisely adjust nearly every comfort feature in your stateroom. Enjoy in-room automation that allows you to control everything from lighting, to temperature, and service with a simple touch screen. You can even choose a setting that will tuck you in and gently wake you in the morning. 's world-class service at the touch of a button.Note: Some staterooms have obstructed views.

    Veranda

    Veranda

    Veranda on the Celebrity Xcel Veranda on the Celebrity Xcel

    Cabin Types

    A1, A2, C1, C2, C3, E1, E2, E3, ES, SV, V1, P2, P1, EX, XC, XA, X

    Size: 243-369 sq.ft. Accessible. Sleeps: 2. Wellness is so fundamental to the philosophy, the cruiseline offer Prime AquaClassreg; staterooms for a fully immersive, next-level wellness experience. Elements are thoughtfully infused throughout your stateroom, from verandas that allow you to walk right out to the water's edge to a Cashmeretrade; mattress and pillow menus. Prime AquaClass staterooms are well-appointed, personal retreats located in the most-desirable locations on the ship. Savor clean cuisine, including new healthy options, at your exclusive restaurant, Blu. Plus, you'll enjoy access to the SEA Thermal Suite, a spa concierge, preferential rates on AquaClass spa packages, daily in-room bottled water service, healthy room-service menu options, and a yoga mat for use on board.

    Suite

    Suite

    Suite on the Celebrity Xcel Suite on the Celebrity Xcel

    Cabin Types

    IC, PS, EV, RS, CS, AS, SS, S1, MS, W

    Size approx.:?2,581 sq. ft. Sleeps 6. The Iconic Suite is the most luxurious and spacious suite in the fleet. Positioned high on top of the ship, above the bridge, the Iconic Suites offer sweeping, panoramic views from front to back. They're also the largest suites in the fleet: Each Iconic Suite is an opulent 1,892 square feet. This doesn't include the expansive outdoor space-where you'll find a private hot tub, stylish furnishings, and a covered, double daybed-which adds more than 689 square feet to the grand total. Iconic Suites boast two bedrooms (each with a king-sized Cashmeretrade; Collection bed) and two full bathrooms, featuring a full shower, whirlpool tub, and nothing but the best amenities. Enough space for six guests to comfortably unwind in, there's even an in-suite butler pantry for those occasions when you feel like entertaining. If you want the ultimate in luxury and indulgence at sea, there's no other way to go than Iconic.? Stateroom amenities: Butler, Exclusive access to Luminae at The Retreat, Priority check-in, departure, and port tendering/boarding. Your dedicated team of attendants, concierges, and butlers will do everything to ensure you never have to lift a finger on vacation.

  • Deck Plans

    Celebrity Xcel Deck Plans

    Legend

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Inside

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Oceanview at the Celebrity Xcel

Oceanview

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Veranda at the Celebrity Xcel

Veranda

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Suite at the Celebrity Xcel

Suite

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  • 8 Night Greece, Malta & Turkey Cruise

    Cruiseline: Celebrity Cruises Ship: Celebrity Xcel Departure: Friday, June 19, 2026 Nights: 8 nights Departs: Athens Returns: Barcelona

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