11 Night Canaries & Portugal (Southampton Roundtrip)
Celebrity Apex
Celebrity Apex
September 26, 2026
11 Night Canaries & Portugal

Celebrity Apex - 9/26/2026

The September 26, 2026 cruise on the Celebrity Apex departs from Southampton (London), England. On this 11 Night Canaries & Portugal (Southampton Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 7 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Celebrity Apex sets sail on Saturday, Sep 26th and returns on Wednesday, Oct 7th.

Cruise Length
11
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Southampton
England
Port Stops
7
Sea Days
4

Cruise Pricing

The graph below tracks historic price of the Celebrity Apex cruise ship departing September 26, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $2,663 ($243 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $2,267 ($207 per night), this represents a recent increase of 17%.

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Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

Celebrity Apex - September 26, 2026 - 11 Nights

DayDatePort
1Sep 26thSouthampton (London), England
2Sep 27thAt Sea
3Sep 28thLeixoes (oporto), Portugal
4Sep 29thAt Sea
5Sep 30thFunchal, Madeira
6Oct 1stTenerife, Canary Islands
7Oct 2ndLas Palmas, Gran Canaria, Canary Islands
8Oct 3rdAt Sea
9Oct 4thLisbon, Portugal
10Oct 5thVigo, Spain
11Oct 6thAt Sea
12Oct 7thSouthampton (London), England

The Celebrity Apex sails on September 26, 2026 for a 11 Night Canaries & Portugal (Southampton 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 Oct 7th at 7:00 AM. During the 12-day journey, the Celebrity Apex will visit 6 additional ports and will spend 4 days at sea.

Itinerary Safety Score

Based on my 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 Safety Rank
77 / 100
safer than 77% of all cruises
77
8
/ 10
Southampton (London), England
Southampton
Southampton is a safe port city for cruise travelers, but vigilance against pickpocketing is advised in busier areas.
8
/ 10
Leixoes (oporto), Portugal
Leixoes
Leixões is a generally safe cruise port, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas and tourist spots.
9
/ 10
Funchal, Madeira
Funchal
Funchal is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, though travelers should remain vigilant against occasional pickpocketing.
8
/ 10
Tenerife, Canary Islands
Tenerife
Tenerife is generally safe for travelers, but it's important to stay vigilant against pickpocketing and scams in crowded areas.
7
/ 10
Las Palmas, Gran Canaria, Canary Islands
Las Palmas
Las Palmas is generally safe for cruise travelers, but vigilance in crowded areas is essential to prevent pickpocketing.
8
/ 10
Lisbon, Portugal
Lisbon
Travelers in Lisbon should stay vigilant in crowded areas and on public transport to avoid petty theft and keep belongings secure.
7
/ 10
Vigo, Spain
Vigo
Vigo is generally safe for cruise travelers, but they should remain vigilant in crowded areas to prevent petty theft and pickpocketing.

Cruise Ship

Celebrity Apex Size Infographic

Celebrity Apex

131 k
tonnage
1,004 ft
length
2020
year built
1,473
cabins
3,405
passengers
1,320
crew

CELEBRITY APEX SIZE

The Apex has a construction date of 2020 and a total size of 130,818 gross tons. The ship measures 1,004 feet (306 meters) in length. Celebrity Apex is included in Celebrity’s Edge Class. At full capacity, the Celebrity Apex holds 4,725 passengers. That includes 3,405 cruise vacationers and 1,320 staff members. The Apex total number of staterooms is 1,473.

Celebrity Apex Size & Stats

  • Gross Tonnage:130,818 GT
  • Length:1,004 ft (306 m)
  • Beam:128 ft (39 m)
  • Draft:28 ft (9 m)
  • Max Speed:26 mph (23 kn)
  • Year Built:2020
  • Years Served:2020 - Present
  • Capacity:3,405
  • Crew Members:1,320
  • Total on Board:4,725
  • Total Staterooms:1,473
  • Flagged Country:Malta
  • Ship Cost:900 Million
  • Status:active

To see how this compares, click through to see Celebrity Apex age and stats vs all Celebrity ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.

To check out the ship from top to bottom, click here for Celebrity Apex Deck Plans.

Cruise Ports

Day1
SEP 262026
England, United Kingdom
D: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. (126 words)

Day2
SEP 272026
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day3
SEP 282026
Portugal
A:10:30 AMD:6:00 PM

Leixoes, Portugal, has docking at Leixoes Port with excursions to Oporto. Travelers explore Porto’s Ribeira district and Livraria Lello. Excursions visit Douro Valley vineyards. Local markets sell port wine. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather. Photography captures Douro River views and azulejo tiles. Dining onboard includes francesinha, a Porto dish. Souvenirs, like cork crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Portuguese history. Light layers suit the temperate climate. Comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Leixoes’ access to Porto offers a vibrant Portuguese stop, blending culture with riverfront charm.

Day4
SEP 292026
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day5
SEP 302026
A:8:00 AMD:5:00 PM

Funchal, Madeira, Portugal, offers docking at Funchal Port. Travelers explore Monte Palace Gardens and Funchal Cathedral. Excursions include levada walks. Local markets sell bolo de mel. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures lush gardens and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes espada com banana, a Madeiran favorite. Souvenirs, like embroidery crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Madeiran history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance levada hikes. Funchal’s scenic charm offers a vibrant Portuguese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of botanical beauty and scenic coasts, making Funchal an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day6
OCT 12026
A:9:00 AMD:6:00 PM

Tenerife, Canary Islands, offers docking at Santa Cruz de Tenerife Port. Travelers explore Teide National Park and Loro Parque. Excursions visit Anaga Mountains. Local markets sell mojo potatoes. The peak season, November to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures volcanic peaks and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes ropa vieja, a Canarian favorite. Souvenirs, like lava crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Guanche history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance mountain hikes. Tenerife’s natural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of volcanic landscapes and scenic coasts, making Tenerife an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day7
OCT 22026
A:7:00 AMD:5:00 PM

Las Palmas, Gran Canaria, Canary Islands, offers docking at Las Palmas Port. Travelers explore Vegueta’s old town and Las Canteras Beach. Excursions visit Bandama Caldera. Local markets sell papas arrugadas. The peak season, November to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial streets and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes sancocho canario, a Canarian favorite. Souvenirs, like mojo sauce crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Guanche history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance caldera hikes. Las Palmas’ coastal charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic districts and scenic beaches, making Las Palmas an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day8
OCT 32026
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day9
OCT 42026
A:8:30 AMD:5:00 PM

Lisbon, Portugal, offers docking at Lisbon Port. Travelers explore Belém Tower and Jerónimos Monastery. Excursions visit Sintra’s Pena Palace. Local markets sell pastéis de nata. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Manueline architecture and Tagus River vistas. Dining onboard includes bacalhau, a Portuguese favorite. Souvenirs, like azulejo crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Age of Exploration history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Lisbon’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Portuguese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic rivers, making Lisbon an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day10
OCT 52026
A:9:00 AMD:4:00 PM

Vigo, Spain, offers docking at Vigo Port. Travelers explore Cíes Islands and Santa María Cathedral. Excursions visit Santiago de Compostela. Local markets sell pulpo a la gallega. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures rugged islands and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes empanada gallega, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like scallop crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Galician history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance island walks. Vigo’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural islands and historic shrines, making Vigo an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day11
OCT 62026
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day12
OCT 72026
England, United Kingdom
A:7:00 AM

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. (126 words)