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ENJOY A LIFE ENRICHING EXPERIENCE WITH A CULTURAL CRUISE

Cultural cruise Vacations in the Mediterranean enrich the mind, body and spirit. Whether you have a preference for a mini cruise, a winter adventure in the sun or a week-long adventure, we deliver authentic cultural experiences that enable you to deep dive into the lifestyle and traditions of the destinations we visit.

Our exclusive cultural cruises take you to iconic destinations in the idyllic Aegean islands and further afield to Turkey and Egypt. Not only do we deliver complimentary excursions to iconic archaeological sites, but we also provide detailed cultural excursions with local guides that are geared towards individual interests.

Any cruise will enable you to explore the history, heritage and culture of picturesque cities, towns and villages, but we go one step further by delivering truly authentic experiences and visiting exclusive destinations other cruise ships cannot reach.

More to Discover

The  Mediterranean is a uniquely special and magical destination and is best explored with a knowledgeable guide. Why follow the well-trodden tourist path when there is more to discover off-the-beaten-track.

Our cultural cruises take you to places other cruise Vacations can’t reach.

Enhance Your Knowledge

Whether you’re an art aficionado or a history buff, cultural cruises offer a unique opportunity to broaden your knowledge of a particular travel destination.

Our cultural cruises are designed to deliver authentic experiences that enhance your personal interests.

The Magic of the Mediterranean

Our cultural cruises visit a host of magical and iconic locations in Greece, Turkey and Egypt. The authentic experiences are specifically designed to enrich your understanding and enjoyment of the countries we visit. Delve deeper and you discover something amazing.

Experience Our Award-Winning Hospitality

Cruising The Celestyal Way

A cruise holiday with Celestyal involves more than an adventure to romantic destinations – we also treat our guests to a wide range of onboard culinary delights, a full program of entertainment and all port charges and gratuities included as standard. If you want to indulge more, our Inclusive cruise adds a complimentary €75 shore excursion discount and select drinks to enjoy with meals. And if you want to go even further, simply upgrade to the Enhance Fare to add a complimentary €150 shore excursion discount, premium drinks package, 25% speciality dining discount, one hour of Wi-Fi access and an optional premium plus drinks package. We believe in total transparency and do not have any hidden charges – so you can plan your vacation budget with confidence.

Inclusive Cruising

ON BOARD DINING

Originating from Greece, we have a proud culinary tradition and love delighting our guests with a range of sumptuous recipes. Our speciality chefs lovingly prepare authentic Mediterranean dishes bursting with mouthwatering flavors.

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A CHOICE OF CLASSIC DRINKS

No meal is complete without a drink to complement the dishes. With our Inclusive fare, enjoy your well-earned treat with select drinks or add a drinks package with our Enhance fare to indulge in premium beverages.
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ENTERTAINMENT ONBOARD

You’ll never be lost for anything to do with our full-program of entertainment throughout the day and in the evening.

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SHORE EXCURSIONS

Our hand-picked offshore excursions include the most iconic attractions on our itinerary. Classic
archaeological sites include ancient Ephesus in Turkey, the mysterious Minoan Palace of Knossos, and the awe-inspiring pyramids of Giza! Explore the wonders of the Mediterranean with a complementary €75 shore excursion discount with our Inclusive fare or upgrade to the Enhance fare
for a complimentary €150 shore excursion discount.
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PORT CHARGES & GRATUITIES

We don’t believe in surprising guests with hidden charges and include port charges and gratuities in with the final cost of your cruise.

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