With Celestyal, you can relax knowing that your onboard entertainment, dining, mealtime drinks, port charges and gratuities are all included in your standard fare. But if you’d like more included, you can take advantage of their flexi fare service which allows you to experience more at the expense of a slightly bigger fare.
Stirring the senses and exploring new experiences together.
Celestyal Cruises
Fancy going Greek next time you sail the seas? Do it on a Celestyal cruise ship! Since day one, they've been creating epic Greek adventures like no other cruise line. In fact, they're that exclusive, Celestyal are the only ones who can get you there, squeezing you into hidden gems and ports-less-travelled for a genuinely unique experience. And thanks to their local know-how, welcoming vibes and award-winning track record, the VIP treatment comes along for the journey too.
Specialising in sailing to the Greek Islands and saying hi to its Mediterranean neighbours along the way, Celestyal can truly lay claim to offering the most authentic Grecian experience. And it's Cruise Nation's unreal deals that'll get you your spot on one of the line's incredible ships. With prices you won't find anywhere else and exclusive-to-us deals, we'll have you cruising Greek-style - with plenty leftover for spending money right here.
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Food to dine for
Ready to tempt your taste buds? We bet you are! Celestyal keep it simple but flavourful onboard, with food designed to gets guests' senses well and truly stirred up.
Across its ships main dining rooms, you’ll dine on classic dishes across all three meals of the day. There’s also a one-night Greek Celebration Dinner feast, where the most iconic, and delicious, of Greek dishes take up your plate. Meanwhile, are your go-to venues for self-serve tastiness from around the globe. Expect Pan Asian, Middle Eastern, French and Tex Mex flavours to take your tastebuds on a real world tour. And since they’re located on the pool deck, they’re the perfect place to pop into after a midday dip.
Speaking of poolside dining, the Chef’s Corner serves up good-to-go food in no time at all. Be sure to swing by here for the evening BBQ too. Hosted once a cruise, all your faves are cooked under the starry night sky, with an atmosphere that’s truly one of a kind.
Embark on a culinary adventure at Pink Moon on the Celestyal Journey. Enjoy aromatic Vietnamese pho, zesty Thai tom yam udon noodles, and savory lo mein, celebrating the rich, diverse flavors of South Asia in every bite. Indulge in Mediterranean delights at the Smoked Olive on the Celestyal Journey. Savor creamy risottos, comforting Penne carbonara, Margherita Pizza, homemade calzones, and fresh, vibrant salads. Every dish captures the sun-kissed flavors of the Mediterranean for a memorable dining experience.
Don't forget about the Grill Seekers steak menu either. For an added fee, it’s cooked the way you like it, with a sauce and side of your choice. Sink your teeth into surf and turf or American Wagyu and find your own slice of steaky goodness while you're on board.
Plus with inclusive options, you'll get all of your morning-to-night meals taken care of by Celestyal's expert chefs. With drinks packages and inclusive tipples on the menu too, raising a glass to you and yours is a breeze, whether you're on your favourite alcoholic drink or sipping on something soft instead.
Experiences To Excite
A cruise holiday with Celestyal isn't just a chance to unwind, it's an opportunity to learn more about yourself too. And the line gives guests plenty of chances to discover brand-new obsessions too thanks to the incredible experience planned for you.
Why not get speaking the lingo in time for your next excursion with a language lesson? Or if you don't fancy a tongue twister, try your hand (and feet) at some traditional Greek dances like Sirtaki and Hasapiko instead.
Get your creative juices going at an arts & crafts session and create your own souvenirs to bring home, or sit back, relax and watch your ship's chefs wow you with incredible - and mouth-watering - cooking demos.
Speaking of relaxing, treat yourself to some ooh la la over at the spa, where massages, mud wraps, aromatherapy bring some much-needed restoration to your holiday. Or for the no-days-off crowd, Celestyal's fully-equipped gyms have everything you need to keep fit at sea.
Let Celestyal Entertain You
For day-to-night excitement, Celestyal's entertainment options well and truly turn up the fun dial, whatever you're in the mood for. How about Cirque Fantastic's thrilling troupe of daring acrobatics? Feeling lucky? Pull up a chair at the onboard casino and see if you'll win big. Or for something more low-key, there are daily quizzes to test your knowledge with, while the Kids' Club keeps little ones of all ages busy with a host of fun entertainment throughout the day.
An Inclusive Experience
Want a no worries, no extra cost adventure at sea? Cruising with Celestyal, drinks with meals, food, pre-bookable shore excursion discount vouchers, port charges and gratuities are all included in your cruise fare.
Your cruise will include three meals a day - breakfast, lunch and dinner - each lovingly prepared by the onboard chefs and served in one of your ship's relaxed dining rooms. Made with the finest local ingredients where possible, an authentic gastronomic experience awaits every guest.
The line's inclusive drinks include house wine, beer, soft drinks, teas and coffees with all your meals.
Cruising, The Greek Way
We reckon you're just about ready to experience Greek cruising the right way. The sights, the sounds, the taste, the vibes - nobody knows Greece quite like Celestyal, and they've used their extensive experience to create memories and adventures that you simply won't find anywhere else. Still need some convincing? How does over 60 awards and plaudits in 7 years sound?
They give back to the people of the region too, launching programs across the region, committing themselves to more sustainable approaches and using innovative and ethical business practices to take care of those who have helped make this part of the world such a special, inviting and enticing place to travel to.
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With Celestyal Cruises, one incredible fare unlocks endless possibilities. For a limited time, enjoy included drinks and a speciality dining tab worth up to $200 per person.
*Offers valid until 28 February 2025. Offers are subject to availability, can be changed or withdrawn at any time without notice, apply to new bookings only, on selected sailings between January 2025 – January 2026 and categories, and cannot be combined with other promotional or discounted offers. Cruise Nation and Celestyal Cruises T&C's apply. E&OE.
Celestyal Cruises FAQs
Onboard your Celestyal cruise ship, you won’t need to worry about port fees and gratuities since these are all included in your standard fare.
A large range of select drinks is included at mealtimes as standard. But if you’d like to purchase additional drinks or enjoy other beverages throughout your cruise, Celestyal has a variety of drinks packages available to purchase.
During the day, guests can wear whatever they like. The evening dress code is relaxed but elegant, and this means t-shirts, swimsuits, robes, bare feet, tank tops, baseball caps, and pool wear aren’t allowed in the main restaurant or specialty restaurants at any time.
The plugs available might vary depending on which ship you’re sailing on so you should check before embarkation day. On many ships, you’ll find either a US or European socket and you might have a USB socket in your stateroom.
A wash and fold laundry bag is provided for each stateroom and the laundry services can be used for a small fee.
Using your mobile phone from your Celestyal Cruise is simple and easy. All you’ll need to do is turn on international roaming, check your international charges and make sure your service provider is aware that you’ll be travelling.
Wi-Fi is available onboard your cruise for a small fee and can be purchased before or during your holiday.
Celestyal Cruises operates a cashless system so that guests can enjoy their cruise without worrying about carrying cards or cash for making onboard purchases. All you’ll need to do is top up your account either with cash or a credit/debit card to keep the account in credit.
Smoking is permitted in designated areas in public rooms and outdoor areas, although the dining rooms are completely smoke-free for the comfort of all guests.
Additional Celestyal Cruises FAQs
Celestyal Cruises have two cruise ships in their fleet:
· Celestyal Discovery
· Celestyal Journey
Celestyal Cruises are based in Athens, Greece and specialise in creating amazing cruising experiences across Greece, the Eastern Mediterranean and the Arabian Gulf.
There is! On the line’s seven-night cruises, they host Gala Night and the Captain’s Cocktail, two events that guests should wear formal wear to.