Celebrity XCel - 7/25/2026
The July 25, 2026 cruise on the Celebrity XCel departs from Barcelona, Spain. On this 7 Night Italy Spain & French Riviera (Barcelona Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 6 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Celebrity XCel sets sail on Saturday, Jul 25th and returns on Saturday, Aug 1st.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the Celebrity XCel cruise ship departing July 25, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $2,096 ($300 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,783 ($255 per night), this represents a recent increase of 18%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
Celebrity XCel - July 25, 2026 - 7 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jul 25th | Barcelona, Spain |
| 2 | Jul 26th | Nice, France |
| 3 | Jul 27th | La Spezia, Italy |
| 4 | Jul 28th | Santa Margherita Ligure, Italy |
| 5 | Jul 29th | Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy |
| 6 | Jul 30th | Naples, Italy |
| 7 | Jul 31st | At Sea |
| 8 | Aug 1st | Barcelona, Spain |
The Celebrity XCel sails on July 25, 2026 for a 7 Night Italy Spain & French Riviera (Barcelona Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Barcelona, Spain at 5:00 PM and will return to the port of Barcelona, Spain on Aug 1st at 5:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the Celebrity XCel will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 1 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.
Cruise Ship
Celebrity XCel
CELEBRITY XCEL SIZE
The XCel has a construction date of 2025 and a total size of 141,420 gross tons. The ship measures 1,073 feet (327 meters) in length. Celebrity XCel is included in Celebrity’s Edge Class. At full capacity, the Celebrity XCel holds 5,350 passengers. That includes 3,950 cruise vacationers and 1,400 staff members. The XCel total number of staterooms is 1,632.
Celebrity XCel Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:141,420 GT
- Length:1,073 ft (327 m)
- Beam:128 ft (39 m)
- Draft:27 ft (8 m)
- Max Speed:22 mph (19 kn)
- Year Built:2025
- Years Served:2025 - Present
- Capacity:3,950
- Crew Members:1,400
- Total on Board:5,350
- Total Staterooms:1,632
- Flagged Country:Malta
- Ship Cost:1,200 Million
- Status:active
To see how this compares, click through to see Celebrity XCel 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.
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Cruise Ports
Barcelona, Spain, offers docking at Barcelona Port. Travelers explore Sagrada Familia and Park Güell. Excursions visit Montserrat Monastery. Local markets sell paella. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures Gaudí architecture and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes tapas, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Catalan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Barcelona’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modernist landmarks and scenic coasts, making Barcelona an engaging destination for exploring Spain’s Catalan region. (126 words)
Nice, France, provides docking at Nice Port. Travelers explore the Promenade des Anglais and Old Town’s colorful markets. Excursions visit Eze’s medieval village. Local markets sell socca. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for Riviera tours. Photography captures Mediterranean coastlines and pastel facades. Dining onboard includes ratatouille, a Provençal favorite. Souvenirs, like lavender sachets, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Riviera history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance town walks. Nice’s vibrant Riviera charm offers a dynamic French stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic waterfronts, historic villages, and cultural richness, making Nice an engaging destination for exploring the French Riviera’s elegance and Mediterranean beauty.
La Spezia, Italy, offers docking at La Spezia Port. Travelers explore Cinque Terre villages and Porto Venere. Excursions visit Pisa’s Leaning Tower. Local markets sell focaccia. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colorful villages and Ligurian vistas. Dining onboard includes pesto pasta, an Italian favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Ligurian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while sturdy shoes enhance village hikes. La Spezia’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO villages and scenic coasts, making La Spezia an engaging destination. (126 words)
Santa Margherita Ligure, Italy, offers docking at Santa Margherita Port. Travelers explore Portofino’s harbor and San Fruttuoso Abbey. Excursions visit Cinque Terre villages. Local markets sell focaccia. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colorful villas and Ligurian vistas. Dining onboard includes trofie al pesto, a Ligurian favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Riviera history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance village walks. Santa Margherita’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic harbors and Ligurian culture, making Santa Margherita an engaging destination for exploration.
Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy, offers docking at Civitavecchia Port with excursions to Rome. Travelers explore Colosseum and Pantheon. Excursions visit Vatican City’s Sistine Chapel. Local markets sell gelato. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Tyrrhenian vistas. Dining onboard includes carbonara, an Italian favorite. Souvenirs, like Murano glass, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Roman history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Civitavecchia’s cultural gateway offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient landmarks and scenic coasts, making Civitavecchia an engaging destination. (126 words)
Naples, Italy, offers docking at Naples Port. Travelers explore Pompeii ruins and Royal Palace. Excursions visit Capri’s Blue Grotto. Local markets sell margherita pizza. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Tyrrhenian vistas. Dining onboard includes spaghetti alle vongole, an Italian favorite. Souvenirs, like cameo crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Roman history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Naples’ cultural charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of archaeological sites and scenic islands, making Naples an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Barcelona, Spain, offers docking at Barcelona Port. Travelers explore Sagrada Familia and Park Güell. Excursions visit Montserrat Monastery. Local markets sell paella. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures Gaudí architecture and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes tapas, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Catalan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Barcelona’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modernist landmarks and scenic coasts, making Barcelona an engaging destination for exploring Spain’s Catalan region. (126 words)