Founded in Athens in 2014, the Greek cruise brand Celestyal Cruises specializes in itineraries across the Mediterranean and the Arabian Gulf. Focusing on in-depth cultural experiences, it offers diverse shore excursions and cultural tours with extended port stays, making it ideal for travelers wishing to deeply explore Greek, Mediterranean, and Arabian cultures.

As an authentic Greek brand, Celestyal Cruises extends the spirit of "Philoxenia" (Greek hospitality) to the sea, welcoming every guest with warm and friendly service. From dining infused with Greek characteristics to onboard activities and cultural shore excursions, the Greek cultural flair can be felt everywhere.

Currently, the fleet consists of two mid-sized ships—Celestyal Discovery and Celestyal Journey—with a capacity of approximately 1,200 guests. The mid-sized vessels allow access to smaller ports, taking travelers to more unique destinations such as Milos, Patmos, and Rhodes.

Comfortable Staterooms

Celestyal Cruises offers a full range of stateroom types, from Interior and Oceanview to Balcony staterooms and Suites. Regardless of the room type chosen, fares include complimentary dining (including select non-alcoholic drinks during meals), basic Wi-Fi, onboard activities and entertainment, gratuities, and port fees, allowing travelers to enjoy their journey with ease.

The design style is simple and bright, creating a warm and relaxing resting space that makes travelers feel the comfort of home while at sea. The cabin layout is practical with comfortable flow, suitable for travelers focused on cultural immersion and destination exploration. Rest in your room before continuing to the next part of your journey.

Distinctive Dining

Celestyal Cruises offers Mediterranean-style dining and authentic Greek cuisine. Diverse specialty dishes can be enjoyed at the main restaurant, Thalassa Restaurant, and the buffet, The Taverna.

The poolside casual eatery, The Greek Deli, serves various Greek snacks such as sesame bread rings (Koulouris) and gyro wraps, making you feel as if you are on the streets of a Greek city.

For an elevated dining experience, choose the exquisite specialty restaurant Smoked Olive. It blends the culinary styles of Italy, Greece, and other Mediterranean coastal regions, offering delicacies such as pasta, risotto, and pizza.

Celestyal Cruises features uniquely styled bars, coffee bars, and juice bars, providing leisure spaces with different atmospheres.

Creative cocktails are inspired by local Greek ingredients, presenting unique flavors; the Grapevine bar houses wines from around the world, with a special highlight on selected local Greek wines, highly recommended for wine lovers to savor.

Onboard Activities

Celestyal Cruises designs various activities for deep immersion into Greek culture, including introductory Greek language lessons and traditional Greek dance instruction, allowing travelers to learn about local culture through entertainment.

Onboard activities naturally include essential cruise song and dance performances. Enjoy high-quality shows in the two-story theater! Some bars feature live bands or DJ performances, where you can sway to the music, have a drink with friends, and enjoy a wonderful night.

Celestyal Journey features exclusive spaces for children and a video arcade, ensuring families can also spend a relaxing and happy holiday at sea.

Shore Experiences

Celestyal Cruises offers itineraries ranging from 3 to 14 days, arranging longer port stays and planning small-group shore excursions, allowing travelers to deeply experience local cultures at a more relaxed pace.

Celestyal offers diverse itinerary choices: take a guided tour of historical ruins and famous landmarks for a journey through ancient civilizations; if you love trying various foods, visit local markets or participate in cooking classes to taste authentic flavors; adventure itineraries are suitable for thrill-seekers, such as riding off-road vehicles through mountains and deserts or kayaking to admire magnificent scenery, leaving unforgettable memories.