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Celebrity Apex itinerary map for May 16, 2026 (13 nights)
Celebrity Apex itinerary map for May 16, 2026 (13 nights)
13 nights · 8 ports
Round-trip · Southampton, England
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Celebrity Apex
May 16, 2026

13-Night Best Of Scandinavia aboard Celebrity Apex · Departing May 16, 2026 from the Port of Southampton, England.

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// AT A GLANCE

This 13-night cruise aboard the Apex departs from Southampton (London), England on Saturday, May 16, 2026 and returns on Friday, May 29th. May weather across this route averages 74°/32°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 8.8 out of 10, averaged across 8 ports.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
8.8OUT OF 10
SAFE TIER
Safer than 88% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
01
13
night cruise
Sat → Fri
02
Southampton
departure port
England
03
8
port stops
Scandinavia
04
4
sea days
Day 2
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The Celebrity Apex, operated by Celebrity Cruise Line, sets sail on Saturday, May 16, 2026 from Southampton (London), England for a 13-night Best Of Scandinavia cruise. This itinerary includes 8 unique port stops and 4 days at sea. May weather across the route averages 74°F highs and 32°F lows. The itinerary safety score is 8.8 out of 10, combining travel advisories, crime statistics, and Global Peace Index data. Fare tracking is available for inside, oceanview, balcony, and suite cabin categories. Gangwaze monitors pricing daily so you can set a price-drop alert and book when the fare is right. Explore the full day-by-day port schedule, shore excursion options, onboard amenities, and weather forecasts for each stop on this Celebrity Apex sailing.

// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE

Celebrity Apex May 16, 2026 Roll Call

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// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

Celebrity Apex May 16, 2026 Price & Tracking

CELEBRITY APEX·MAY 16, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the Celebrity Apex cruise ship departing May 16, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $2,735 ($211 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $3,376 ($260 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 19%.

Celebrity Apex cruise departing May 16, 202613-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $2,735 ($211 per night). Average price: $3,376.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
Last 6 months · refreshes daily
This cabin
Avg $3,590
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
Celebrity Apex · May 16, 2026
$2,735
$211 per night · 13 nights
24% below average
Avg $3,590 · You save $855

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// 03 · ITINERARY

13 Night Best Of Scandinavia (Southampton Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapMAY 16, 2026
The Celebrity Apex sails on May 16, 2026 for a 13 Night Best Of Scandinavia (Southampton Roundtrip) (Southampton (London) Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Southampton (London), England at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Southampton (London), England on May 29th at 6:30 AM. During the 14-day journey, the Celebrity Apex will visit 7 additional ports and will spend 4 days at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
Celebrity Apex
MAY 16, 2026
14 STOPSSCROLL FOR ALL ↓
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13 NIGHTS · 7 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · SOUTHAMPTON (LONDON)
// 04 · PORTS

13 Night Best Of Scandinavia (Southampton Roundtrip) Port List

Celebrity Apex·May 16, 2026
Southampton (London), England — Day 1 of Celebrity Apex May 16, 2026 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
SATURDAY·MAY 16

Southampton (London)

England
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
4:00 PM

Southampton (London), England, offers docking at Southampton Port with excursions to London. Travelers explore Tower of London and Buckingham Palace. Excursions visit Stonehenge. Local markets sell fish and chips. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures historic landmarks and Solent vistas. Dining onboard includes roast beef, an English favorite. Souvenirs, like tea crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Anglo-Saxon history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Southampton’s urban gateway offers a vibrant English stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and historic sites, making Southampton an engaging destination.

Copenhagen, Denmark — Day 3 of Celebrity Apex May 16, 2026 cruise
DAY
3
PORT 2
MONDAY·MAY 18

Copenhagen

Denmark
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
2:00 PM

Copenhagen, Denmark, offers docking at Copenhagen Port. Travelers explore Nyhavn and Tivoli Gardens. Excursions visit Kronborg Castle. Local markets sell smørrebrød. The peak season, June to August, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures colorful harbors and Baltic vistas. Dining onboard includes frikadeller, a Danish favorite. Souvenirs, like Viking crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Danish history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Copenhagen’s urban charm offers a vibrant Danish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic castles and scenic canals, making Copenhagen an engaging destination for exploring Denmark’s capital.

Helsinki, Finland — Day 6 of Celebrity Apex May 16, 2026 cruise
DAY
6
PORT 5
THURSDAY·MAY 21

Helsinki

Finland
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
11:59 AM
10:00 PM

Helsinki, Finland, offers docking at Helsinki Port. Travelers explore Suomenlinna Fortress and Helsinki Cathedral. Excursions visit Porvoo’s old town. Local markets sell lohikeitto. The peak season, June to August, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures maritime forts and Baltic vistas. Dining onboard includes karjalanpiirakka, a Finnish favorite. Souvenirs, like reindeer crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Kalevala history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Helsinki’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Finnish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic fortresses and scenic harbors, making Helsinki an engaging destination for exploring Finland’s capital.

Tallinn, Estonia — Day 7 of Celebrity Apex May 16, 2026 cruise
DAY
7
PORT 6
FRIDAY·MAY 22

Tallinn

Estonia
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
4:00 PM

Tallinn, Estonia, offers docking at Tallinn Port. Travelers explore Alexander Nevsky Cathedral and Old Town walls. Excursions visit Kadriorg Palace. Local markets sell kama porridge. The peak season, June to August, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures medieval streets and Baltic vistas. Dining onboard includes mulgipuder, an Estonian favorite. Souvenirs, like amber crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Hanseatic history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance cobblestone walks. Tallinn’s historic charm offers a vibrant Estonian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO landmarks and scenic harbors, making Tallinn an engaging destination for exploration.

Stockholm, Sweden — Day 8 of Celebrity Apex May 16, 2026 cruise
DAY
8
PORT 7
SATURDAY·MAY 23

Stockholm

Sweden
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
5:30 PM

Stockholm, Sweden, offers docking at Stockholm Port. Travelers explore Gamla Stan and Vasa Museum. Excursions visit Drottningholm Palace. Local markets sell gravlax. The peak season, June to August, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures medieval streets and Baltic vistas. Dining onboard includes meatballs, a Swedish favorite. Souvenirs, like Dala horse crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Viking history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Stockholm’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Swedish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic districts and scenic archipelagos, making Stockholm an engaging destination for exploration.

Visby, Sweden — Day 9 of Celebrity Apex May 16, 2026 cruise
DAY
9
PORT 8
SUNDAY·MAY 24

Visby

Sweden
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
5:00 PM

Visby, Sweden, offers docking at Visby Port. Travelers explore medieval walls and St. Mary’s Cathedral. Excursions visit Gotland Museum. Local markets sell saffranspannkaka. The peak season, June to August, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures cobblestone streets and Baltic vistas. Dining onboard includes gravlax, a Swedish favorite. Souvenirs, like Viking crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Hanseatic history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Visby’s medieval charm offers a vibrant Swedish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO walls and scenic harbors, making Visby an engaging destination for exploring Sweden’s Gotland Island.

Oslo, Norway — Day 11 of Celebrity Apex May 16, 2026 cruise
DAY
11
PORT 10
TUESDAY·MAY 26

Oslo

Norway
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
9:00 AM
6:00 PM

Oslo, Norway, offers docking at Oslo Port. Travelers explore Vigeland Sculpture Park and Akershus Fortress. Excursions visit Holmenkollen Ski Jump. Local markets sell brunost. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for city tours. Photography captures fjord views and Oslofjord vistas. Dining onboard includes fårikål, a Norwegian favorite. Souvenirs, like Viking crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Norse history. Light layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Oslo’s urban charm offers a vibrant Norwegian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modern sculptures and historic fortresses, making Oslo an engaging destination for exploring Norway’s capital.

Kristiansand, Norway — Day 12 of Celebrity Apex May 16, 2026 cruise
DAY
12
PORT 11
WEDNESDAY·MAY 27

Kristiansand

Norway
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
5:00 PM

Kristiansand, Norway, has docking at Kristiansand Port. Travelers explore the old town and Kristiansand Cathedral. Excursions visit Setesdal’s folk museums. Local markets sell smoked mackerel. The peak season, June to August, brings mild weather. Photography captures coastal vistas and wooden houses. Dining onboard includes fårikål, a Norwegian lamb stew. Souvenirs, like Viking crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Norwegian history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the cool climate. Comfortable shoes enhance town walks. Kristiansand’s coastal charm offers a serene Norwegian stop, blending heritage with scenic beauty.

// 05 · WEATHER

13 Night Best Of Scandinavia (Southampton Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

Celebrity Apex·May 16, 2026
MAY FORECAST · SOUTHAMPTON (LONDON)
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
54°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
76°
AVG LOW
33°
AVG RAINFALL
2.1"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT SOUTHAMPTON (LONDON)
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
54°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Celebrity Apex May 16, 2026 Excursions

Celebrity Apex·May 16, 2026

From beach breaks and snorkeling to local food tours and cultural landmarks, these shore excursions help you make the most of every stop. Browse by port below to compare top-rated options and plan your day before you board.

// BROWSE BY PORT
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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

13 Night Best Of Scandinavia (Southampton Roundtrip)

Based on comprehensive research of cruise port safety information, including recent crime reports, travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and specific port security concerns, we've created a "safety score" for each cruise port stop. The overall rating below represents a combined score for your specific cruise itinerary.

ITINERARY AVERAGE
SAFE TIER
0OUT OF 100
LOWHIGH
Safer than 88% of all cruises
8.8/10 itinerary average · ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
// HOW WE SCORE
Four signals, weighted by recency.

Scores combine recent crime reports, government travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and port-specific security incidents. Refreshed monthly.

8.0 – 10.0
Safe — Low-risk; standard precautions apply.
6.5 – 7.9
Moderate — Generally safe with normal vigilance.
5.0 – 6.4
Caution — Stay alert; avoid certain areas after dark.
0 – 4.9
High caution — Significant risk; book guided excursions.
REFRESHED MONTHLY
// PORT-BY-PORT BREAKDOWN08 PORTS
01

Southampton (London) 🌍

England · England, United KingdomSAFE

Southampton is a safe port city for cruise travelers, but vigilance against pickpocketing is advised in busier areas.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
02

Copenhagen 🇩🇰

Denmark · DenmarkSAFE

Copenhagen is a safe city for travelers, but they should stay vigilant against bicycle theft and pickpocketing in crowded areas.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
03

Helsinki 🇫🇮

Finland · FinlandSAFE

Helsinki is one of the safest cities globally, with low crime rates and minimal risk of pickpocketing in crowded areas.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
04

Tallinn 🌍

Estonia · EstoniaSAFE

Tallinn is generally safe for cruise travelers, but visitors should remain cautious of pickpockets in crowded areas and stay aware at night.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
05

Stockholm 🇸🇪

Sweden · SwedenSAFE

Stockholm offers a safe environment for cruise travelers, but visitors should remain vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
06

Visby 🇸🇪

Sweden · SwedenSAFE

Visby offers a safe environment with a low crime rate, allowing cruise travelers to explore its historic streets and coastal views confidently.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
07

Oslo 🇳🇴

Norway · NorwaySAFE

Oslo is a safe port for cruise travelers, featuring low crime rates and a strong police presence for visitor security.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
08

Kristiansand 🇳🇴

Norway · NorwaySAFE

Kristiansand, Norway, offers a safe environment for travelers with a low crime rate and strong public safety standards.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

Celebrity Apex Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsCELEBRITY
Celebrity Apex
CELEBRITY · EDGE
CHRISTENED
2020
STATEROOMS
1,473
TONNAGE
130,818GT
15.8% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 112,986 GT
YEAR BUILT
2020
7 YEARS NEWER· vs avg 2013
LENGTH
1,004ft
2.4% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 980 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
3,405cruisers
22.4% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 2,781 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP

The Celebrity Apex has a construction date of 2020 and a total size of 130,818 gross tons. The ship measures 1,004 feet in length. Celebrity Apex is included in Celebrity's Edge class. At full capacity, the Apex holds 3,405 passengers. That includes 2,085 cruise vacationers and 1,320 staff members. The Apex total number of staterooms is 1,473.

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// 09 · FAQ

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