ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
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5:00 PM
Embarkation day. Celebrity XCel sails at 5:00 PM.
7 nights · 6 ports
Round-trip · Piraeus, Greece
CelebrityCelebrity XCel
Celebrity XCel
August 19, 2028
7-Night Greek Isles & Sicily aboard Celebrity XCel · Departing August 19, 2028 from the Port of Piraeus, Greece.
Interior from$1,374/ guest· Prices updated Oct 10, 2026
// AT A GLANCE
Celebrity XCel August 19, 2028 Cruise Overview
Celebrity XCel leaves Piraeus (Athens), Greece on Saturday, August 19, 2028 at 5:00 PM and ends in Barcelona, Spain on Saturday, August 26 at 5:00 AM: 7 nights with 4 ports of call (Mykonos, Santorini, Kusadasi and Messina) and 2 days at sea. Celebrity XCel sails this itinerary 2 times on the current schedule, and this is the last of them. The lowest fare today is $1,374 per person for an inside cabin (about $196 a night). Since we started tracking it in August 2026, the inside fare has ranged from $1,324 to $1,474; today’s is $50 above the lowest. August averages 92°F highs and 70°F lows across the ports on this route.
The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.2 out of 10, averaged across 6 ports. Suite cabins dropped $400 on Oct 10.
// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE
Celebrity XCel August 19, 2028 Roll Call
7 SAVED THIS SAILING
// 02 · CRUISE PRICE
Celebrity XCel August 19, 2028 Price & Tracking
CELEBRITY XCEL·AUGUST 19, 2028
The graph below tracks historic price of the Celebrity XCel cruise ship departing August 19, 2028. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,374 ($197 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,381 ($198 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 1%.
Celebrity XCel cruise departing August 19, 2028 — 7-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $1,374 ($197 per night). Average price: $1,381.
// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
Last 6 months · refreshes daily
This cabin
Avg $1,381
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
Celebrity XCel · August 19, 2028
$1,374
$197 per night · 7 nights
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1% below average
Avg $1,381 · You save $7
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// 03 · ITINERARY
7 Night Greek Isles & Sicily (Athens To Barcelona) Cruise Map
Interactive Itinerary MapAUGUST 19, 2028
All 8 days of the Celebrity XCel August 19, 2028 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 & Sicily (Athens To Barcelona) Port List
Celebrity XCel·August 19, 2028
Day 5 · Wednesday · Aug 23
At sea
Day at sea aboard the XCel — featuring Rooftop Garden Grill, The Casino, The Club & Boutique Shop.
Day 7 · Friday · Aug 25
At sea
Day at sea aboard the XCel.
// 05 · WEATHER
7 Night Greek Isles & Sicily (Athens To Barcelona) Weather Forecast
Celebrity XCel·August 19, 2028
// YEAR-ROUND AT PIRAEUS (ATHENS)
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS
Most Popular Piraeus 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·5,147 EXCURSIONS HELD·BOOK DIRECT WITH THE OPERATOR
SELECT A PORT
BEST PIRAEUS SHORE TOURSBest Piraeus Shore ToursCURATED FROM 1,926 · NOT A SEARCH RESULT
OF 1,926WORRY-FREE
TOP PRODUCT
4.9(6,533)
$48.24
Best of Athens Half Day Private Tour
During this amazing half day tour you will see all the most popular sights and experience the best parts of…
6 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
WORRY-FREE
TOP PRODUCT
4.9(6,297)
$153.12
All Day Cruise -3 Islands to Agistri,Moni, Aegina with lunch and drinks included
All Day Cruise is here to invite you on a fantastic day out at sea on our traditional wooden motor- sailing…
10 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
WORRY-FREE
TOP PRODUCT
4.9(3,445)
$145.59
Athens Full Day Private Tour
If you are a fan of Greek History and Mythology this is your tour! See all the highlights of Athens and learn…
8 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
TOP PRODUCT
4.8(3,306)
$156.44
Athens All Included: Acropolis and Museum Guided Tour with Ticket
ALL Tickets are included! Explore the Acropolis with an expert guide, then continue to the Acropolis Museum…
3 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
TOP PRODUCT
4.0(2,037)
$25.12
City Sightseeing Athens, Piraeus & Beach Riviera Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tours
Discover the very best of Athens with a 24-hour, 48-hour or 72-hour hop-on hop-off bus pass. Athens is an…
1.8 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
WORRY-FREE
TOP PRODUCT
4.9(1,587)
$171.27
Biblical Tour Letters ToThe Corinthians St Paul’s Footsteps 6Hour
The Unique Benefits of the Footsteps of St. Paul" Tour Following St. Paul's missionary journey in Corinth…
6.3 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
TOP PRODUCT
5.0(1,492)
$159.86
Luxury Athens Catamaran Cruise with Greek Meal & Drinks
Experience a magnificent cruise across the shimmering waters of the Athens Riviera with your loved ones and…
5 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
3.7(1,358)
$13.70
Hop on Hop Off Classic tour of Athens, Piraeus & Beaches
The complete tour of Athens includes various key sights of Athens, such as Acropolis, the Parthenon, and the…
2 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
These are the eight most reviewed. Piraeus has plenty more — browse the full catalogue and book direct with the operator.
SEE ALL PIRAEUS EXCURSIONSPricing and availability are provided by the operator. Booking happens on their own site — Celebrity XCel sails August 19, 2028, and Gangwaze earns a commission at no extra cost to you.
AFFILIATEPER-CARD ATTRIBUTION
// 07 · SAFETY SCORE
Itinerary Safety Score
7 Night Greek Isles & Sicily (Athens To Barcelona)
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
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
Travelers in Mykonos should remain vigilant against petty theft and scams, especially in crowded areas during peak season.
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
Kusadasi is generally safe for travelers, but they should remain vigilant against petty crime and safeguard personal belongings.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
Travelers in Messina should stay vigilant against petty theft and pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like the port and markets.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
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
// 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
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August 12, 2028
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Barcelona To Athens
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// 09 · FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for yourCelebrity XCel·August 19, 2028sailing
Researched and assembled by Gangwaze Cruise Editorial using daily-refreshed itinerary, pricing, weather, and safety data.
LAST UPDATED · OCT 10, 2026
