7 Night Cruise "Idyllic Aegean"

May to October
The Celestyal Crystal cruise ship
per person in standard inside double cabin during medium season From 1491$

Welcome to a 7 Night cruise designed to offer you the elegant vacation you deserve! Start from Athens, a place combining the allure of antiquity in the form of historical monuments like the Acropolis with the comfort and luxury of a modern metropolis. It is time to embark on a unique cruise to sun-bathed Greek islands enriched with oriental destinations.

First stop is the city of Thessaloniki, which features an iconic waterfront, decorated by the imposing White Tower, the symbol of the city. From there, you will move on to the Turkish coastline where an optional excursion to the ancient city of Ephesus is in order. Home to Artemision, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, this tour will help you understand cultural and economic significance Ephesus bore in its heyday.

Time to visit Crete, one of the largest islands of the Mediterranean and one with beautiful juxtapositions in landscape. Optionally, you can decide to join an excursion to the Minoan Palace of Knossos, which has served as a beacon of culture for the region since the Neolithic era. Two volcanic islands will serve as your final stops in this unforgettable tour; Milos and Santorini. Unique beaches like Vlychada and Sarakiniko, glorious golden sunsets and wine from local vineyards that would make the most demanding of sommeliers rave with excitement! Sandwiched between the two, is Mykonos, where the contemporary and the traditional combine effortlessly to create a match made in heaven. Modern bars, luxurious restaurants and elegant galleries sprouting around secluded bays, tranquil windmills and gentle slopes.

What more could you possibly ask from a cruise?

  • Sailing from: Athens port
  • Cruises Begin on: May 17th, 2025, every Saturday
  • Cruise Ship: Celestyal Journey
DayPortArrivalDeparture
SaturdayAthens, Greece -17:00
SundayThessaloniki, Greece12:3018:00
MondayKusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey13:0020:00
TuesdayCrete (Heraklion), Greece10:0019:00
WednesdaySantorini, Greece*07:00-
ThursdaySantorini, Greece*-00:30
ThursdayMykonos, Greece*08:00-
FridayMykonos, Greece*-02:00
FridayMilos, Greece*09:0019:00
SaturdayAthens, Greece07:00-
*Tendering weather permitting
  • Cruise itineraries are subject to change or to be canceled by the shipping company with or without prior notice.
  • The shipping company reserves the right to substitute the cruise vessel with a similar one & also to amend the departure/arrival port at any time with or without prior notice
  • In Santorini, Milos and Mykonos disembarkation will be implemented by means of tender boats, as long as the weather permits it.
  • You are kindly requested to check with your Embassy/Consulate whether you need to obtain a multiple-entry Schengen visa for the above cruise itinerary, depending on your country of origin/nationality.
  • Please ensure that your ID, passport, and multiple-entry Schengen visas (if necessary) are valid.

Seasons 2024:

  • Medium Season: May 17th - October 18th

The cruise company reserves the right at any time to alter or cancel any element of the cruise if the Master or the Carrier considers that such alteration or termination is for any reason whatsoever necessary for the good management of the vessel, or for reasons of unavoidable and extraordinary circumstances.

MonthMiddle
Season
May17, 24, 31
June7, 14, 21, 28
July5, 12, 19
August2, 16, 30
September6, 13, 20, 27
October4, 11, 18

Prices per adult in twin cabin in USD ($)
CategoryDescription of CabinsMedium Season
SPStargazer Suite: Deck 10
1 double bed, double sofa bed, bathroom with shower & jacuzzi bathtub
4661
SGGrand Dream Suites: Deck 10
2 lower beds, double sofa bed, bathroom with shower
3821
SJCJunior Dream Suites Deck 10
2 lower beds, single sofa bed, bathroom with jet tubs
3501
SJBJunior Dream Suites Deck 9
2 lower beds, single sofa bed, bathroom with jet tubs
3181
SJAJunior Dream Suites Deck 9
2 lower beds, single sofa bed, bathroom with jet tubs or shower
2871
XDOutside: Decks 5, 9
2 lower beds, 1 single or double sofa with bunk beds, bathroom with bathtub
2541
XCOutside: Decks 4, 5
2 lower beds, 1 upper bed, 1 single or double sofa with bunk beds, bathroom with bathtub
2331
XBOutside: Decks 4, 6
2 lower beds, bathroom with shower
2121
XBOOutside with obstructed view: Deck 6
2 lower beds, bathroom with bathtub
2021
XAOutside: Deck 4, 5
2 lower beds, double bed sofa with bunk beds, bathroom with shower or bathtub
2021
ICInside: Decks 5, 6, 9, 10
2 lower beds, 1 upper bed, 1 single or double sofa with bunk beds, bathroom with shower
1921
IBInside: Decks 5, 9
2 lower beds, 1 upper bed, 1 single sofa, bathroom with shower
1691
IAInside: Deck 4
2 lower beds, 1 upper bed, 1 single or double sofa with bunk beds, bathroom with shower
1491
3rd/4th Adult1061
3rd/4th Child from 2 to 11 years old, sharing a cabin with 2 full paying adults851

Additional cost:

- Port Taxes: USD 339 per person
- Infant: from 3 months and under 2 years old pays only port taxes (USD 339)
- Single cabin: Supplement on cruise rate for cabins IA to XD: 50%.  For Suites: 100%

Included:

  • Accommodation in confirmed category
  • On-board dining (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
  • Unlimited free soft drinks in the main restaurants with meals
  • Filter coffee, tea, water and juice throughout the day (6am-10pm)
  • Use of gym and pool (where available)
  • Onboard entertainment
  • Complimentary essential WiFi (allows web browsing, emails and select messaging apps)
Exterior view of ship Celestyal Journey

Representing a major new chapter for us, our new ship looks toward a future that will bring us ever closer to our guests as we explore Greece and the Eastern Med together. The Celestyal Journey will be at the heart of our commitment to go further and get closer to the incredible destinations we visit and will ensure we put our guests at the forefront of our award-winning Celestyal experience.

Places to eat

  • The Taverna
  • Grill Seekers
  • Pink Moon
  • Smoked Olive

Deck Bars, Lounges & Entertainment

  • Blue bar & Lounge
  • Fizz Club
  • The Grapevine
  • Fig & Honey
  • Rays
  • The Compass

Deck Services & Fitness

  • 2 Swimming Pools
  • Dream Den
  • Glow Bar
  • Sozo Spa
  • Pulse (Fully Equipped Gym)
  • Shopping
  • Photography
  • Medical Services

Stateroom amenities

  • All staterooms are equipped with shower
  • WC
  • wash basin
  • air condition
  • telephone
  • hair dryer
  • safety deposit box
  • TV
Deck 4

IA - Interior Stateroom
XA - Exterior Stateroom
XB - Exterior Staterooms
XC - Exterior Staterooms

Deck 5

IB - Interior Stateroom
IC - Interior Stateroom
XA - Exterior Stateroom
XC - Exterior Stateroom
XD - Exterior Stateroom

Deck 6

IC - Interior Stateroom
XB - Exterior Stateroom
XBO - Exterior Stateroom

Deck 7
Deck 8
Deck 9

IB - Interior Stateroom
IC - Interior Stateroom
XD - Exterior Stateroom
SJA - Suite
SJB - Suite

Deck 10

IC - Interior Stateroom
SG - Suite
SJC - Suite
SP - Penthouse Suite

Deck 11
Decks 12-14

Ship specifications

Tonnage: 55,819
Length: 219m
Breadth: 30.8m
Draught: 7.71m
Passengers Decks: 12
Elevators: 8

Stateroom Accomodations

Total Outside Staterooms 502
Out of which Balcony Suites: 149
Total Inside Staterooms 128
Total Staterooms 476

Crew

Crew Members: 500
Nationality of Officers: Hellenic & International
Nationality of Crew: European & International