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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.

The Celestyal Experience

DRINKS WHILE YOU DINE

Get complimentary house wine, beer, soft drinks, teas and coffees with all your meals.* Thirsty for more? Elevate your experience with one of our tailored drinks packages.

*Please note, our Package fare doesn’t include specialty dining.

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ENTERTAINMENT ONBOARD

Daily shows. Live music. Clubs, classes and crafts. All our onboard entertainment is Included so you can take your pick. Or for quiet relaxation, you can also read a book by the pool.

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US$85 SHORE EXCURSION DISCOUNT**

That’s $85** to pay for one of our popular shore excursions, or put towards a package—which saves you 15% more compared to booking multiple trips individually.

**2024 Greece & Mediterranean cruises include US$80 shore excursion discount.

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PORT CHARGES & GRATUITIES

We know our crew are worth every penny. That’s why we take care of all onboard tipping.

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