What ports does the Celebrity XCel visit on September 18th, 2027?

This itinerary visits the following ports: 1. Piraeus (Athens), Greece, 2. Mykonos, Greece, 3. Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey, 4. Rhodes, Greece, 5. Santorini, Greece, 6. Souda (chania), Crete, 7. Valletta, Malta, 8. Barcelona, Spain.

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9 Night Greece Malta & Turkey on Celebrity Celebrity XCel

September 18, 2027

Celebrity XCel September 18, 2027

The Celebrity XCel September 18, 2027 cruise departs from Piraeus (Athens), Greece. On this 9 Night Greece Malta & Turkey (Athens To Barcelona) sailing, the Celebrity XCel will visit a total of 8 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Saturday, Sep 18th and returns on Monday, Sep 27th, 2027.

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Departure Port

Piraeus

Greece

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Sea Days

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Celebrity XCel · September 18, 2027

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Celebrity XCel · September 18, 2027

The Celebrity XCel sails on September 18, 2027 for a 9 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 Sep 27th at 5:00 AM. During the 10-day journey, the Celebrity XCel will visit 7 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

9 Night Greece Malta & Turkey (Athens To Barcelona)

SEP18
Piraeus (Athens), Greece
A: — - D: 5:00 PM
SEP19
Mykonos, Greece
A: 7:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
SEP20
Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey
A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
SEP21
Rhodes, Greece
A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
SEP22
Santorini, Greece
A: 7:00 AM - D: 10:00 PM
SEP23
Souda (chania), Crete
A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
SEP24
At Sea
A: — - D: —
SEP25
Valletta, Malta
A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
SEP26
At Sea
A: — - D: —
SEP27
Barcelona, Spain
A: 5:00 AM - D: —

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Cruise Ports

September 18, 2027 · 9 Night Greece Malta & Turkey (Athens To Barcelona)

Day 1•Saturday, Sep 18

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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Day 2•Sunday, Sep 19

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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Day 3•Monday, Sep 20

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 4•Tuesday, Sep 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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Day 5•Wednesday, Sep 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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Day 6•Thursday, Sep 23

Souda (chania), Crete

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Souda (Chania), Crete, offers docking at Souda Port. Travelers explore Chania’s Venetian Harbor and Samaria Gorge. Excursions include Elafonisi Beach. Local markets sell dakos. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures old town alleys and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes moussaka, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like olive oil, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Minoan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while sturdy shoes enhance gorge hikes. Souda’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic harbors and scenic beaches, making Souda an engaging destination.

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Day 7•Friday, Sep 24

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Day 8•Saturday, Sep 25

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.

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Day 9•Sunday, Sep 26

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Day 10•Monday, Sep 27

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 - September 18, 2027 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Piraeus (Athens), Greece

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September

Typical Weather

101°F

Average High

58°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

75 / 100

safer than 75% of all cruises

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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.

/ 10

Mykonos

Travelers in Mykonos should remain vigilant against petty theft and scams, especially in crowded areas during peak season.

/ 10

Kusadasi

Kusadasi is generally safe for travelers, but they should remain vigilant against petty crime and safeguard personal belongings.

/ 10

Rhodes

Rhodes is generally safe for travelers, but staying vigilant in crowded areas is advised to avoid pickpocketing and minor scams.

/ 10

Santorini

Santorini is safe for travelers, but they should stay vigilant in crowded areas for pickpocketing and be cautious of traffic hazards.

/ 10

Souda

Souda is a generally safe port for cruise travelers, but vigilance is advised in crowded areas and isolated locations to avoid petty theft.

/ 10

Valletta

Valletta is a safe cruise destination, but travelers should stay vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas while enjoying the sights.

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Barcelona

Travelers should stay vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas and secure their belongings to ensure safety while enjoying the city.

Cruise Ship

⚓ 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 September 18, 2027?

This is a 9-night cruise itinerary departing from Piraeus (Athens), Greece.

What ports does the Celebrity XCel visit on the September 18, 2027 cruise?

This route includes athens-greece, mykonos-greece, kusadasi-turkey, rhodes-greece, santorini-greece, souda-chania-crete, valletta-malta, barcelona-spain.

How many sea days are included on this Celebrity XCel September 18, 2027 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 2 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the Celebrity XCel sailing on September 18, 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?

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Last Updated: Mar 31, 2026