Celebrity XCel itinerary map for July 17, 2027
Celebrity XCel

7 Night Greek Isles & Italy on Celebrity Celebrity XCel

July 17, 2027

Celebrity XCel July 17, 2027

The Celebrity XCel July 17, 2027 cruise departs from Barcelona, Spain. On this 7 Night Greek Isles & Italy (Barcelona To Athens) sailing, the Celebrity XCel will visit a total of 6 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Saturday, Jul 17th and returns on Saturday, Jul 24th, 2027.

Cruise Length
7
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Barcelona
Spain
Port Stops
6
Sea Days
2
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Cruise Price

Celebrity XCel · July 17, 2027

The graph below tracks historic price of the Celebrity XCel cruise ship departing July 17, 2027. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,955 ($280 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,532 ($219 per night), this represents a recent increase of 28%.

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Celebrity XCel · July 17, 2027

The Celebrity XCel sails on July 17, 2027 for a 7 Night Greek Isles & Italy (Barcelona To Athens). The ship will depart the port of Barcelona, Spain at 5:00 PM and will return to the port of Piraeus (Athens), Greece on Jul 24th at 5:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the Celebrity XCel will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

7 Night Greek Isles & Italy (Barcelona To Athens)

  • JUL17
    Barcelona, Spain
    Barcelona, Spain
    A: — - D: 5:00 PM
  • JUL18
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JUL19
    Messina, Sicily
    Messina, Sicily
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • JUL20
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JUL21
    Rhodes, Greece
    Rhodes, Greece
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • JUL22
    Santorini, Greece
    Santorini, Greece
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 10:00 PM
  • JUL23
    Mykonos, Greece
    Mykonos, Greece
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • JUL24
    Piraeus (Athens), Greece
    Piraeus (Athens), Greece
    A: 5:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

July 17, 2027 · 7 Night Greek Isles & Italy (Barcelona To Athens)

Barcelona, Spain
Day 1•Saturday, Jul 17

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.

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At Sea
Day 2•Sunday, Jul 18

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Messina, Sicily
Day 3•Monday, Jul 19

Messina, Sicily

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Messina, Sicily, offers docking at Messina Port. Travelers explore Messina Cathedral and Taormina’s Greek Theatre. Excursions visit Mount Etna. Local markets sell arancini. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures volcanic landscapes and Tyrrhenian vistas. Dining onboard includes pasta alla norma, a Sicilian favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Norman history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while sturdy shoes enhance volcano hikes. Messina’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic volcanoes, making Messina an engaging destination for exploration.

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At Sea
Day 4•Tuesday, Jul 20

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Rhodes, Greece
Day 5•Wednesday, Jul 21

Rhodes, Greece

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Rhodes, Greece, offers docking at Rhodes Port. Travelers explore Medieval City and Lindos Acropolis. Excursions include snorkeling at Kallithea Springs. Local markets sell souvlaki. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Knights’ Street and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes moussaka, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Dodecanese history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Rhodes’ cultural charm offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO landmarks and scenic beaches, making Rhodes an engaging destination for exploration.

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Santorini, Greece
Day 6•Thursday, Jul 22

Santorini, Greece

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 10:00 PM

Santorini, Greece, offers docking at Fira Port with tenders to shore. Travelers explore Oia’s blue-domed churches and Thera ruins. Excursions include sailing to Nea Kameni. Local markets sell fava beans. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for island tours. Photography captures caldera views and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes moussaka, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like volcanic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Minoan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while sturdy shoes enhance cliff walks. Santorini’s iconic charm offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of stunning views and ancient ruins, making Santorini an engaging destination.

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Mykonos, Greece
Day 7•Friday, Jul 23

Mykonos, Greece

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Mykonos, Greece, offers docking at Mykonos Port. Travelers explore Little Venice and Mykonos Windmills. Excursions include Delos Island ruins. Local markets sell loukoumades. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures whitewashed streets and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes souvlaki, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Cycladic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance island walks. Mykonos’ picturesque charm offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic ruins and scenic beaches, making Mykonos an engaging destination for exploring Greece’s Cyclades.

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Piraeus (Athens), Greece
Day 8•Saturday, Jul 24

Piraeus (Athens), Greece

Arrival: 5:00 AM•Departure: —

Piraeus (Athens), Greece, offers docking at Piraeus Port with excursions to Athens. Travelers explore Acropolis and Parthenon. Excursions visit Cape Sounion. Local markets sell souvlaki. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes moussaka, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like olive oil, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Hellenic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Piraeus’ cultural gateway offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and scenic coasts, making Piraeus an engaging destination for exploration.

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Weather Forecast

Celebrity XCel - July 17, 2027 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Barcelona, Spain

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July

Typical Weather

98°F

Average High

54°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.04in

Daily average

1.1 in monthly total

Shore Excursions

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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
73 / 100
safer than 73% of all cruises
73
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
Messina, Sicily
Messina
Travelers in Messina should stay vigilant against petty theft and pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like the port and markets.
8
/ 10
Rhodes, Greece
Rhodes
Rhodes is generally safe for travelers, but staying vigilant in crowded areas is advised to avoid pickpocketing and minor scams.
9
/ 10
Santorini, Greece
Santorini
Santorini is safe for travelers, but they should stay vigilant in crowded areas for pickpocketing and be cautious of traffic hazards.
8
/ 10
Mykonos, Greece
Mykonos
Travelers in Mykonos should remain vigilant against petty theft and scams, especially in crowded areas during peak season.
7
/ 10
Piraeus (Athens), Greece
Piraeus
Piraeus is generally safe for cruise travelers, but caution is advised at night and in crowded areas due to petty theft and potential disruptions.

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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Itinerary FAQ

How many nights is the Celebrity XCel sailing on July 17, 2027?

This is a 7-night cruise itinerary departing from Barcelona, Spain.

What ports does the Celebrity XCel visit on the July 17, 2027 cruise?

This route includes barcelona-spain, messina-sicily, rhodes-greece, santorini-greece, mykonos-greece, athens-greece.

How many sea days are included on this Celebrity XCel July 17, 2027 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 2 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the Celebrity XCel sailing on July 17, 2027?

Cruise director assignment data is not currently available for this sail date.

How is the itinerary safety score calculated for this cruise?

The itinerary safety score combines port-level safety indicators such as travel advisories, local risk signals, and historical context into a single overall score for this specific route.

Can I track price drops for this Celebrity XCel itinerary?

Yes — use the price tracking opt-in on this page to get updates when cabin prices change for this sailing.

Last Updated: Mar 31, 2026