ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
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4:00 PM
Embarkation day. Celebrity XCel sails at 4:00 PM.
7 nights · 5 ports
Round-trip · Miami, Florida
CelebrityCelebrity XCel
Celebrity XCel
January 3, 2027
7-Night Bahamas Mexico & Cayman aboard Celebrity XCel · Departing January 3, 2027 from the Port of Miami, Florida.
Interior from$991/ guest· Prices updated Oct 9, 2026
// AT A GLANCE
Celebrity XCel January 3, 2027 Cruise Overview
Celebrity XCel leaves Miami, Florida on Sunday, January 3, 2027 at 4:00 PM and returns Sunday, January 10 at 7:00 AM: 7 nights with 4 ports of call (Nassau, George Town, Cozumel and Costa Maya) and 2 days at sea. Celebrity XCel sails this itinerary 8 times on the current schedule; the next departure after this one is January 24, 2027. The lowest fare today is $991 per person for an inside cabin (about $142 a night). Since we started tracking it in January 2025, the inside fare has ranged from $594 to $1,381; today’s is $397 above the lowest. January averages 83°F highs and 66°F lows across the ports on this route.
The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.1 out of 10, averaged across 5 ports. Balcony cabins rose $150 on Oct 9.
// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE
Celebrity XCel January 3, 2027 Roll Call
7 SAVED THIS SAILING
// 02 · CRUISE PRICE
Celebrity XCel January 3, 2027 Price & Tracking
CELEBRITY XCEL·JANUARY 3, 2027
The graph below tracks historic price of the Celebrity XCel cruise ship departing January 3, 2027. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $991 ($142 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,159 ($166 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 14%.
Celebrity XCel cruise departing January 3, 2027 — 7-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $991 ($142 per night). Average price: $1,159.
// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
Last 6 months · refreshes daily
This cabin
Avg $1,094
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
Celebrity XCel · January 3, 2027
$991
$142 per night · 7 nights
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9% below average
Avg $1,094 · You save $103
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// 03 · ITINERARY
7 Night Bahamas Mexico & Cayman (Miami Roundtrip) Cruise Map
Interactive Itinerary MapJANUARY 3, 2027
All 8 days of the Celebrity XCel January 3, 2027 cruise, including 2 days at sea. Arrival and departure times are local to each port, and the cruise line can change them before sailing.
// 04 · PORTS
7 Night Bahamas Mexico & Cayman (Miami Roundtrip) Port List
Celebrity XCel·January 3, 2027
Day 3 · Tuesday · Jan 5
At sea
Day at sea aboard the XCel — featuring Rooftop Garden Grill, The Casino, The Club & Boutique Shop.
Day 7 · Saturday · Jan 9
At sea
Day at sea aboard the XCel.
// 05 · WEATHER
7 Night Bahamas Mexico & Cayman (Miami Roundtrip) Weather Forecast
Celebrity XCel·January 3, 2027
// YEAR-ROUND AT MIAMI
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS
Most Popular Miami Shore Excursions
Independent shore excursions in every port on this Celebrity XCel itinerary, booked directly with the operator who runs them. We flag the ones that guarantee you're back on board before the gangway lifts.
5 PORTS OF CALL·1,031 EXCURSIONS HELD·BOOK DIRECT WITH THE OPERATOR
SELECT A PORT
BEST MIAMI SHORE TOURSBest Miami Shore ToursCURATED FROM 234 · NOT A SEARCH RESULT
OF 234TOP PRODUCT
4.6(3,194)
$42
Speedboat Sightseeing Adventure of Miami
Miami's only off-shore, speedboat tour. Experience thrills during a 45-minute speedboat ride across Miami…
45 MINBOOK ON VIATOR
TOP PRODUCT
4.7(2,867)
$82.98
Everglades Small-Group Tour from Miami with Transportation
Experience the Florida Everglades on this 4–5 hour small-group tour from Miami, featuring an exciting airboat…
5 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
TOP PRODUCT
4.6(2,853)
$30
Miami Biscayne Bay rich and famous Sightseeing Boat Tour
Set sail on an unforgettable journey through the famous waters of Biscayne Bay with Miami’s top rated Miami…
1.3 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
TOP PRODUCT
3.5(2,508)
$45
Miami: Hop-on Hop-off Tour with 10 Stops and Bay Cruise Option
Discover Miami's vibrant vibes with a hop-on hop-off tour of Magic City. Our flexible tours turn Miami into…
2 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
EXCELLENT QUALITY
4.8(1,625)
$30
Miami Pirate Boat Tour: Skyline & Celebrity Homes
Set sail on an unforgettable adventure through Biscayne Bay aboard the Miami Pirate Boat Tour: Skyline &…
1.3 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
WORRY-FREE
TOP PRODUCT
4.4(1,389)
$78
60 min. Everglades Airboat ride & pick-up ,small group +pro guide
Our Everglades Tour is led by a real guide with over 10 years of experience in Miami. Personal connection is…
5 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
WORRY-FREE
TOP PRODUCT
4.9(927)
$189
Half-day Everglades National Park Tour and 1-Hour Air Boat Ride
With your expert naturalist guide, head out on an amazing 90-minute nature walk in Everglades National Park…
6 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
4.1(833)
$24.50
Miami Millionaire’s Row Sightseeing Cruise
Experience Miami’s original Millionaire’s Row cruise, family-owned and operated for over 75 years (est…
1.5 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE
Itinerary Safety Score
7 Night Bahamas Mexico & Cayman (Miami 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.
// 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 BREAKDOWN05 PORTS
Travelers should remain vigilant and safeguard belongings in Miami, as certain neighborhoods may have higher crime rates, especially after dark.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
Travelers in Nassau should stay vigilant, stick to well-populated areas, and be aware of their surroundings to ensure safety.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
George Town, Grand Cayman, is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates and a strong local law enforcement presence.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
Cozumel is generally safe for tourists, but remain vigilant against petty crime and avoid risks in surrounding areas.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
Costa Maya offers a secure cruise port environment, but travelers should remain cautious of petty theft in less populated areas outside.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP
Celebrity XCel Ship Overview
Specs & DetailsCELEBRITY
TONNAGE
141,420GT
25.2% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 112,986 GT
YEAR BUILT
2025
12 YEARS NEWER· vs avg 2013
LENGTH
1,073ft
9.5% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 980 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
3,950cruisers
42.0% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 2,781 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP
The Celebrity 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 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.
// 09 · MORE CRUISES
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// 09 · FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for yourCelebrity XCel·January 3, 2027sailing
Researched and assembled by Gangwaze Cruise Editorial using daily-refreshed itinerary, pricing, weather, and safety data.
LAST UPDATED · OCT 9, 2026
