ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
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5:00 PM
Embarkation day. Celebrity XCel sails at 5:00 PM.
7 nights · 6 ports
Round-trip · Barcelona, Spain
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Celebrity XCel
September 11, 2027
7-Night Greek Isles & Malta aboard Celebrity XCel · Departing September 11, 2027 from the Port of Barcelona, Spain.
Interior from$1,798/ guest· Prices updated Oct 10, 2026
// AT A GLANCE
Celebrity XCel September 11, 2027 Cruise Overview
Celebrity XCel leaves Barcelona, Spain on Saturday, September 11, 2027 at 5:00 PM and ends in Piraeus (Athens), Greece on Saturday, September 18 at 5:00 AM: 7 nights with 4 ports of call (Valletta, Rhodes, Santorini and Mykonos) and 2 days at sea. Celebrity XCel sails this itinerary 3 times on the current schedule, and this is the last of them. The lowest fare today is $1,798 per person for an inside cabin (about $257 a night). Since we started tracking it in September 2025, the inside fare has ranged from $1,321 to $2,144; today’s is $477 above the lowest. September averages 88°F highs and 66°F lows across the ports on this route.
The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.6 out of 10, averaged across 6 ports. Suite cabins dropped $400 on Oct 10.
// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE
Celebrity XCel September 11, 2027 Roll Call
7 SAVED THIS SAILING
// 02 · CRUISE PRICE
Celebrity XCel September 11, 2027 Price & Tracking
CELEBRITY XCEL·SEPTEMBER 11, 2027
The graph below tracks historic price of the Celebrity XCel cruise ship departing September 11, 2027. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,798 ($257 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,748 ($250 per night), this represents a recent increase of 3%.
Celebrity XCel cruise departing September 11, 2027 — 7-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $1,798 ($257 per night). Average price: $1,748.
// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
Last 6 months · refreshes daily
This cabin
Avg $1,755
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
Celebrity XCel · September 11, 2027
$1,798
$257 per night · 7 nights
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2% above average
Avg $1,755
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// 03 · ITINERARY
7 Night Greek Isles & Malta (Barcelona To Athens) Cruise Map
Interactive Itinerary MapSEPTEMBER 11, 2027
All 8 days of the Celebrity XCel September 11, 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 Greek Isles & Malta (Barcelona To Athens) Port List
Celebrity XCel·September 11, 2027
Day 2 · Sunday · Sep 12
At sea
Day at sea aboard the XCel — featuring Rooftop Garden Grill, The Casino, The Club & Boutique Shop.
Day 4 · Tuesday · Sep 14
At sea
Day at sea aboard the XCel.
// 05 · WEATHER
7 Night Greek Isles & Malta (Barcelona To Athens) Weather Forecast
Celebrity XCel·September 11, 2027
// YEAR-ROUND AT BARCELONA
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS
Most Popular Barcelona 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.
6 PORTS OF CALL·4,394 EXCURSIONS HELD·BOOK DIRECT WITH THE OPERATOR
SELECT A PORT
BEST BARCELONA SHORE TOURSBest Barcelona Shore ToursCURATED FROM 500 · NOT A SEARCH RESULT
OF 500TOP PRODUCT
4.8(7,176)
$124.46
Park Guell and Sagrada Familia Tour with Skip the Line Tickets
SMALL GROUP TOUR (up to 16 people per tour guide). Discover two of Antoni Gaudí's greatest works in a single…
4 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
TOP PRODUCT
4.9(6,825)
$61.66
Half-Day Montserrat Small Group Guided Tour from Barcelona
Escape the city for a morning and discover the spiritual and natural heart of Catalonia: the Montserrat…
5.3 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
TOP PRODUCT
4.9(6,722)
$78.79
Barcelona Tapas and Wine Experience Small-Group Walking Tour
On this walking tour of Barcelona's El Born and Gothic Quarter neighborhoods, you may eat as much as you…
3 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
TOP PRODUCT
4.0(5,642)
$37.68
City Sightseeing Barcelona Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: 24 or 48-Hour
Discover the very best of Barcelona with a 24 or 48 hour hop-on hop-off bus pass. This double-decker bus tour…
2 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
TOP PRODUCT
4.8(3,082)
$101.63
Barcelona : Sagrada, Park Guell, Montjuic & Gothic
Discover the best of Barcelona in a single day with our exclusive full-day small-group tour. We start with a…
7 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
TOP PRODUCT
4.4(2,739)
$114.19
Barcelona: Sagrada Familia Fast Track Tour with Tower Option
Get up close and personal to all the details of the Sagrada Familia on a guided tour. Skip the long lines on…
2 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
WORRY-FREE
EXCELLENT QUALITY
5.0(1,782)
$188.41
Barcelona Private Tour by Sidecar Motorcycle
Discover Barcelona from the sidecar of a classic motorcycle, safely driven by your private guide. Unveil the…
3.5 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
TOP PRODUCT
4.9(1,353)
$124.46
Montserrat Full Day Tour with Castle-Winery Lunch & Wine Tasting
Spend a full day blending spirituality, mountain landscapes and the very best of Catalan gastronomy. Depart…
9 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
These are the eight most reviewed. Barcelona has plenty more — browse the full catalogue and book direct with the operator.
SEE ALL BARCELONA EXCURSIONSPricing and availability are provided by the operator. Booking happens on their own site — Celebrity XCel sails September 11, 2027, and Gangwaze earns a commission at no extra cost to you.
AFFILIATEPER-CARD ATTRIBUTION
// 07 · SAFETY SCORE
Itinerary Safety Score
7 Night Greek Isles & Malta (Barcelona To Athens)
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 BREAKDOWN06 PORTS
Travelers should stay vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas and secure their belongings to ensure safety while enjoying the city.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
Valletta is a safe cruise destination, but travelers should stay vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas while enjoying the sights.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
Rhodes is generally safe for travelers, but staying vigilant in crowded areas is advised to avoid pickpocketing and minor scams.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
Santorini is safe for travelers, but they should stay vigilant in crowded areas for pickpocketing and be cautious of traffic hazards.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
Travelers in Mykonos should remain vigilant against petty theft and scams, especially in crowded areas during peak season.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
Piraeus is generally safe for cruise travelers, but caution is advised at night and in crowded areas due to petty theft and potential disruptions.
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
More Celebrity XCel cruises
Hop to the previous or next sailing on this ship, or browse the full schedule.
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// 09 · FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for yourCelebrity XCel·September 11, 2027sailing
Researched and assembled by Gangwaze Cruise Editorial using daily-refreshed itinerary, pricing, weather, and safety data.
LAST UPDATED · OCT 10, 2026
