Celebrity XCel itinerary map for September 21, 2026 (11 nights)
Celebrity XCel cruise ship

Celebrity XCel — September 21, 202611-Night Spain Portugal & Morocco on Celebrity

This 11-night cruise aboard the XCel departs from Barcelona, Spain on Monday, September 21, 2026 and returns on Friday, Oct 2nd. September weather across this route averages 92°/58°F. Cabins are currently tracked from $2,752.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.0 out of 10, averaged across 6 ports. Suite cabins rose $214 on May 19.

Cruise Length
11
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Barcelona
Spain
Port Stops
6
Sea Days
4

Cruise Price - Celebrity XCel September 21, 2026

Celebrity XCel · September 21, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the Celebrity XCel cruise ship departing September 21, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $2,752 ($251 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $2,676 ($244 per night), this represents a recent increase of 3%.

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Inside
$2,752
🌊
Oceanview
$4,156
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Balcony
$4,070
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Suite
$11,833

Price History – Celebrity XCel September 21, 2026

inside cabin
Celebrity XCel
September 21, 2026
$2,752
3% vs avg: $2,676

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 11 Night Spain Portugal & Morocco (Barcelona Roundtrip)

Celebrity XCel · September 21, 2026

The Celebrity XCel sails on September 21, 2026 for a 11 Night Spain Portugal & Morocco (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 Oct 2nd at 5:00 AM. During the 12-day journey, the Celebrity XCel will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 4 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

11 Night Spain Portugal & Morocco (Barcelona Roundtrip)

  • SEP21
    Barcelona, Spain
    Barcelona, Spain
    A: — - D: 5:00 PM
  • SEP22
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • SEP23
    Seville, Spain
    Seville, Spain
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • SEP24
    Lisbon, Portugal
    Lisbon, Portugal
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • SEP25
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • SEP26
    Funchal, Madeira
    Funchal, Madeira
    A: 8:00 AM - D: —
  • SEP21
    Funchal, Madeira
    Funchal, Madeira
    A: — - D: 5:00 PM
  • SEP28
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • SEP29
    Tangier, Morocco
    Tangier, Morocco
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • SEP30
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT01
    Palma De Mallorca, Balearic Islands
    Palma De Mallorca, Balearic Islands
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • OCT02
    Barcelona, Spain
    Barcelona, Spain
    A: 5:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

September 21, 2026 · 11 Night Spain Portugal & Morocco (Barcelona Roundtrip)

Barcelona, Spain — Day 1 of Celebrity XCel September 21, 2026 cruise
Day 1•Monday, Sep 21

Barcelona, Spain

Arrival: —•Departure: 5:00 PM

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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 2 at sea — Celebrity XCel September 21, 2026 itinerary
Day 2•Tuesday, Sep 22

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the XCel — featuring Rooftop Garden Grill, The Casino, The Club & Boutique Shop.

Seville, Spain — Day 3 of Celebrity XCel September 21, 2026 cruise
Day 3•Wednesday, Sep 23

Seville, Spain

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Seville, Spain, offers docking at a Guadalquivir River port. Travelers explore Alcázar’s Moorish palace and Seville Cathedral. Excursions visit Jerez’s sherry bodegas. Local markets sell gazpacho. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures Gothic spires and Andalusian vistas. Dining onboard includes jamón ibérico, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like flamenco crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Andalusian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Seville’s vibrant charm offers a dynamic Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of Moorish heritage and cultural landmarks, making Seville an engaging destination for exploration.

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Lisbon, Portugal — Day 4 of Celebrity XCel September 21, 2026 cruise
Day 4•Thursday, Sep 24

Lisbon, Portugal

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 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.

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Day 5 at sea — Celebrity XCel September 21, 2026 itinerary
Day 5•Friday, Sep 25

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the XCel — featuring Rooftop Garden Grill, The Casino, The Club & Boutique Shop.

Funchal, Madeira — Day 6 of Celebrity XCel September 21, 2026 cruise
Day 6•Saturday, Sep 26

Funchal, Madeira

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: —

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.

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Day 8 at sea — Celebrity XCel September 21, 2026 itinerary
Day 8•Monday, Sep 28

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the XCel — featuring Rooftop Garden Grill, The Casino, The Club & Boutique Shop.

Tangier, Morocco — Day 9 of Celebrity XCel September 21, 2026 cruise
Day 9•Tuesday, Sep 29

Tangier, Morocco

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Tangier, Morocco, offers docking at Tangier Port. Travelers explore Kasbah Museum and Medina’s souks. Excursions visit Chefchaouen’s blue streets. Local markets sell tagine. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colorful alleys and Strait of Gibraltar vistas. Dining onboard includes couscous, a Moroccan favorite. Souvenirs, like leather crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Berber history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance medina walks. Tangier’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Moroccan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic kasbahs and bustling souks, making Tangier an engaging destination for exploring Morocco’s northern coast.

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Day 10 at sea — Celebrity XCel September 21, 2026 itinerary
Day 10•Wednesday, Sep 30

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the XCel — featuring Rooftop Garden Grill, The Casino, The Club & Boutique Shop.

Palma De Mallorca, Balearic Islands — Day 11 of Celebrity XCel September 21, 2026 cruise
Day 11•Thursday, Oct 1

Palma De Mallorca, Balearic Islands

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Palma de Mallorca, Balearic Islands, Spain, offers docking at Palma Port. Travelers explore La Seu Cathedral and Bellver Castle. Excursions visit Valldemossa’s monastery. Local markets sell ensaimada. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Gothic spires and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes sobrasada, a Mallorcan favorite. Souvenirs, like pearl crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Balearic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Palma’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic coasts, making Palma an engaging destination for exploration.

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Weather Forecast

Celebrity XCel - September 21, 2026 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Barcelona, Spain

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September

Typical Weather

95°F

Average High

46°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.08in

Daily average

2.3 in monthly total

Shore Excursions

Explore the most popular excursion options at each port.

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.

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Itinerary Safety Score

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 Safety Rank
70 / 100
safer than 70% of all cruises
70
7
/ 10
Barcelona, Spain
Barcelona
Travelers should stay vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas and secure their belongings to ensure safety while enjoying the city.
7
/ 10
Seville, Spain
Seville
Travelers in Seville should stay vigilant against petty theft, especially in crowded areas, and secure their belongings to minimize risks.
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.
9
/ 10
Funchal, Madeira
Funchal
Funchal is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, though travelers should remain vigilant against occasional pickpocketing.
6
/ 10
Tangier, Morocco
Tangier
Travelers should remain vigilant in Tangier, especially in the medina, to avoid petty crime and harassment while exploring the city.
7
/ 10
Palma De Mallorca, Balearic Islands
Palma De Mallorc
Palma de Mallorca is a safe cruise destination, but travelers should stay vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas.

Cruise Ship

Celebrity XCel

⚓ Tonnage

141,420

vs avg 112,986

🛠️ Year Built

2,025

vs avg 2,013

📏 Length (ft)

1,073

vs avg 980

👥 Passenger Count

3,950

vs avg 2,781

The XCel has a construction date of 2025 and a total size of 141,420 gross tons. The ship measures 1,073 feet in length. Celebrity XCel is included in Celebrity’s Edge class. At full capacity, the Celebrity XCel holds 3,950 passengers. That includes 2,550 cruise vacationers and 1,400 staff members. The XCel total number of staterooms is 1,632.

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Celebrity XCel September 21, 2026 FAQ

What's the cheapest cabin on the Celebrity XCel September 21, 2026 cruise?▾

The lowest currently-tracked fare for this sailing is $2,752 for an Inside cabin. Pricing is updated daily — see the live price chart above for the latest snapshots.

What's the weather like on the Celebrity XCel September 21, 2026 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 11-night route, September averages 92°F highs and 58°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the September 21, 2026 Celebrity XCel itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 7.0 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, averaged across 6 ports. We weight current travel advisories, recent crime data, and Global Peace Index signals — see the Safety Score section above for the full per-port breakdown.

When does the Celebrity XCel sail and return on this itinerary?▾

The Celebrity XCel departs Barcelona, Spain on Monday, September 21, 2026 at 5:00 PM and returns on Friday, Oct 2nd, 2026 at 5:00 AM. Total duration: 11 nights.

Who is the cruise director for the Celebrity XCel sailing on September 21, 2026?▾

Cruise director assignment for this sail date is not currently confirmed in our records.

Can I track price drops for this Celebrity XCel itinerary?▾

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Last Updated: May 19, 2026