Celebrity XCel itinerary map for July 24, 2027 (7 nights)
Celebrity XCel cruise ship

Celebrity XCel — July 24, 20277-Night Greece Malta & Turkey on Celebrity

This 7-night cruise aboard the XCel departs from Piraeus (Athens), Greece on Saturday, July 24, 2027 and returns on Saturday, Jul 31st. July weather across this route averages 97°/65°F. Cabins are currently tracked from $1,841.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.5 out of 10, averaged across 6 ports.

Cruise Length
7
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Piraeus
Greece
Port Stops
6
Sea Days
2

Cruise Price - Celebrity XCel July 24, 2027

Celebrity XCel · July 24, 2027

The graph below tracks historic price of the Celebrity XCel cruise ship departing July 24, 2027. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,841 ($263 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,538 ($220 per night), this represents a recent increase of 20%.

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Inside
$1,841
🌊
Oceanview
$2,030
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Balcony
$2,224
👑
Suite
$6,255

Price History – Celebrity XCel July 24, 2027

inside cabin
Celebrity XCel
July 24, 2027
$1,841
20% vs avg: $1,538

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 7 Night Greece Malta & Turkey (Athens To Barcelona)

Celebrity XCel · July 24, 2027

The Celebrity XCel sails on July 24, 2027 for a 7 Night Greece Malta & Turkey (Athens To Barcelona). The ship will depart the port of Piraeus (Athens), Greece at 5:00 PM and will return to the port of Barcelona, Spain on Jul 31st 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 Greece Malta & Turkey (Athens To Barcelona)

  • JUL24
    Piraeus (Athens), Greece
    Piraeus (Athens), Greece
    A: — - D: 5:00 PM
  • JUL25
    Santorini, Greece
    Santorini, Greece
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 10:00 PM
  • JUL26
    Mykonos, Greece
    Mykonos, Greece
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • JUL27
    Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey
    Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • JUL28
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JUL29
    Valletta, Malta
    Valletta, Malta
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • JUL30
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JUL31
    Barcelona, Spain
    Barcelona, Spain
    A: 5:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

July 24, 2027 · 7 Night Greece Malta & Turkey (Athens To Barcelona)

Piraeus (Athens), Greece — Day 1 of Celebrity XCel July 24, 2027 cruise
Day 1•Saturday, Jul 24

Piraeus (Athens), Greece

Arrival: —•Departure: 5:00 PM

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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Santorini, Greece — Day 2 of Celebrity XCel July 24, 2027 cruise
Day 2•Sunday, Jul 25

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 3 of Celebrity XCel July 24, 2027 cruise
Day 3•Monday, Jul 26

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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Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey — Day 4 of Celebrity XCel July 24, 2027 cruise
Day 4•Tuesday, Jul 27

Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey, offers docking at Kusadasi Port with excursions to Ephesus. Travelers explore Ephesus ruins and Artemis Temple. Excursions visit Virgin Mary’s House. Local markets sell baklava. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes kebabs, a Turkish favorite. Souvenirs, like carpet crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Hellenistic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance ruin walks. Kusadasi’s historic charm offers a vibrant Turkish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of archaeological sites and scenic coasts, making Kusadasi an engaging destination.

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Day 5 at sea — Celebrity XCel July 24, 2027 itinerary
Day 5•Wednesday, Jul 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.

Valletta, Malta — Day 6 of Celebrity XCel July 24, 2027 cruise
Day 6•Thursday, Jul 29

Valletta, Malta

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Valletta, Malta, offers docking at Valletta Port. Travelers explore St. John’s Co-Cathedral and Upper Barrakka Gardens. Excursions visit Mdina’s medieval walls. Local markets sell pastizzi. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Baroque architecture and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes rabbit stew, a Maltese favorite. Souvenirs, like lace crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Knights of Malta history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Valletta’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Maltese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO landmarks and scenic harbors, making Valletta an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 7 at sea — Celebrity XCel July 24, 2027 itinerary
Day 7•Friday, Jul 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.

Barcelona, Spain — Day 8 of Celebrity XCel July 24, 2027 cruise
Day 8•Saturday, Jul 31

Barcelona, Spain

Arrival: 5:00 AM•Departure: —

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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Weather Forecast

Celebrity XCel - July 24, 2027 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Piraeus (Athens), Greece

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July

Typical Weather

108°F

Average High

66°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.01in

Daily average

0.5 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
75 / 100
safer than 75% of all cruises
75
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.
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
Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey
Kusadasi
Kusadasi is generally safe for travelers, but they should remain vigilant against petty crime and safeguard personal belongings.
8
/ 10
Valletta, Malta
Valletta
Valletta is a safe cruise destination, but travelers should stay vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas while enjoying the sights.
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.

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 July 24, 2027 FAQ

What's the cheapest cabin on the Celebrity XCel July 24, 2027 cruise?▾

The lowest currently-tracked fare for this sailing is $1,841 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 July 24, 2027 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 7-night route, July averages 97°F highs and 65°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the July 24, 2027 Celebrity XCel itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 7.5 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 Piraeus (Athens), Greece on Saturday, July 24, 2027 at 5:00 PM and returns on Saturday, Jul 31st, 2027 at 5:00 AM. Total duration: 7 nights.

Who is the cruise director for the Celebrity XCel sailing on July 24, 2027?▾

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

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

Yes — use the price tracking opt-in on this page to get an email when cabin prices drop for this exact sailing. We snapshot fares daily.

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