Celestyal Cruises from Limassol visits Athens, Thessaloniki, Mykonos, Santorini, Rhodes and Agios Nikolaos (Crete)
Celestyal Olympia will begin weekly departures from Saturday 3 July until the 21 August from Limassol port, and will call in Agios Nikolaos (Crete), Lavrio (Athens), Thessaloniki, and then Mykonos, Santorini and Rhodes. The new itinerary named «Legendary Archipelago» begins from 699€ per person, and includes the unlimited consumption of classic drinks, all meals onboard, a full and specially designed entertainment programme, two excursions, port charges, service fees and tips. Children up to 12 years old sail for free and pay only for taxes and port charges, while there are special prices for families with three or four children sharing the cabin with two adults. All departures will be open for booking from Friday, April 9th. Celestyal Cruises will also require a negative PCR test within 48-hours prior to embarkation of the cruise. The company is currently awaiting further guidance from the relevant health authorities as to the waiving of this requirement for those that have been vaccinated against COVID-19.
Celestyal Olympia, set to welcome Cypriot travellers for the first time from Limassol port, features 12 decks, can accommodate 1,664 passengers in 724 comfortable and welcoming cabins, 418 of which are external, while 21 suites are also available. Passengers will have the chance to enjoy rich Greek and Mediterranean cuisine at three restaurants, while varied onboard entertainment options are available in the ship’s many lounges, spacious decks with two large pools, and the seven bars. The fully equipped gym, as well as the health and beauty centre, the duty-free shops and the playroom, enhance the exceptional experience and services available on the cruise ship. It should be noted that this year, the number of passengers on board will be reduced due to strict health protocols.
Celestyal Cruises is the only company that will call on Thessaloniki on a weekly basis. Passengers on this unique cruise will have the opportunity to explore the cultural heritage sites of Thessaloniki and indulge in the traditional tastes of this enchanting city known as a ‘gastronomic paradise’. Furthermore, during a long stop in Mykonos, (from 10am – 02.00am the next day), guests can enjoy other nearby islands, including Tinos and Delos. The history of Tinos is intertwined with religious tourism, well known also for its picturesque villages. In this light, Celestyal Cruises has organized an optional pilgrimage from Mykonos to the Panagia of Tinos. Last but not least, Delos is renowned as the mythological birthplace of Apollo, home to one of the most impressive archaeological sites.