Greek Islands Cruise Tour Departing from Kuşadası aboard Celestyal Journey (7 Nights, 8 Days) - 2026
🚢 A DREAMLIKE JOURNEY TO THE ENCHANTED ISLANDS OF THE AEGEAN WITH CELESTYAL JOURNEY (CRUISE ONLY)
You are invited to a flawless 7-Night, 8-Day adventure setting sail from Kuşadası, the pearl of the Aegean, and exploring the most iconic, romantic, and entertaining destinations of the Greek Islands! With the renewed luxury star of the Celestyal family, the Celestyal Journey ship, you will fully experience the Island of the Knights, Rhodes; Crete, the land of legends (Agios Nikolaos); Santorini, the capital of sunsets; Mykonos, where the pulse of entertainment beats; Milos, dazzling with its volcanic beauty; and Athens (Piraeus), the cradle of civilization, all in a single holiday. Just pack your suitcase and leave the rest to the flawless full-board comfort of Celestyal Journey and the deep blue waters of the Aegean!
(⚠️ Important Note: This program is based on the "Cruise Only" concept. Our tour begins at Kuşadası Port and ends at Kuşadası Port. Transportation to and from the port is the responsibility of our guests.)
✨ Privileges That Set Us Apart:
✓ Rich Itinerary: The opportunity to thoroughly explore the 5 most beautiful islands of Greece and the capital, Athens, in a single holiday.
✓ Free Wi-Fi & Beverages: 250 MB of free internet per day, unlimited soft drinks with meals, tea, water, and filter coffee included.
✓ Celestyal Pay Advantage: The opportunity to earn up to €250 in spending bonuses by loading funds no later than 72 hours before boarding the ship!
✓ Port Taxes and Gratuities Included: All port taxes and service charges are included in the price, so you will not encounter surprise payments on board.
🚢 Departure from the Port: 18:00
Welcome aboard your brand-new, luxurious floating hotel, Celestyal Journey, at the pearl of the Aegean, the Port of Kuşadası! You will complete your check-in between 15:00 and 17:00 and settle into your rooms. While our staff carefully deliver your luggage to your cabins, you can begin enjoying those exciting first moments of your holiday. At 18:00, the ropes are cast off and we set sail across the deep blue waters toward the Greek Islands. Our first elegant dinner and comfortable accommodation of the journey await you aboard our ship.
🏝️ Port Arrival: 08:00 | Departure: 18:00
At 08:00, we arrive at Rhodes, the historic Island of the Knights, one of the most beautiful islands in the Mediterranean. On this island where the sun is always shining, you can freely explore its medieval stone streets, magnificent castle, and unique beaches, or join optional tours (Lindos, etc.) if you wish. After a wonderful day immersed in the city's historic atmosphere, we depart for Crete at 18:00.
🏝️ Port Arrival: 08:00 | Departure: 20:00
At 08:00 with the first light of day, we arrive at Agios Nikolaos, the chic and luxurious coastal town of Crete, Greece's largest island. In this town, famous for its unique flavors, charming cafés, and crystal-clear waters, you can enjoy a peaceful day or join tours of the legendary Palace of Knossos. At 20:00, we leave the port and set our course for Santorini.
🏝️ Port Arrival: 08:00 | Departure: 22:00
At 08:00 in the morning, we anchor at the world-famous Santorini, with its dazzling white houses topped with blue domes and volcanic cliffs. Our ship departs the island quite late, at 22:00, so you can get lost in its narrow streets, take unique photos in the towns of Oia and Fira, and fully enjoy the island's breathtaking sunset. Overnight stay and dinner on board.
⚓ Port Arrival: 08:00 | Overnight in Port (Departure: 02:00 the Following Night)
We dock at 08:00 in Mykonos, the Aegean's liveliest, most luxurious, and most popular island. Mykonos awaits you all day with its windmills, Little Venice district, and magnificent beaches. To ensure you can enjoy the island's dreamy beaches during the day and its world-famous nightlife at night without limits, our ship spends the entire night in Mykonos port and departs the port at 02:00 after midnight.
🏝️ Port Arrival: 08:00 | Departure: 18:00
At 08:00, we arrive at the island of Milos, the untouched hidden paradise of the Aegean. With its famous Sarakiniko Beach, where brilliant white cliffs meet turquoise waters, and its colorful fishing villages, Milos will be one of the most unforgettable natural wonders of your tour. After our peaceful and relaxing free time on this enchanting island, our ship departs at 18:00.
🏝️ Port Arrival: 08:00 | Departure: 17:00
At 08:00, we dock at the historic Port of Piraeus in Athens, the capital of Greece. You have a wonderful day ahead to explore Athens, the heart of ancient times, witness the grandeur of the Acropolis, or walk through the narrow streets of the Plaka district. Our guests may explore the city freely or join optional tours. At 17:00, we bid farewell to mainland Greece and set off toward Türkiye.
👋 Tour End and Disembarkation: 08:00
At 08:00 in the morning, our ship docks at the port of Kuşadası, our starting point. After enjoying our final delightful breakfast on board, we complete the check-out procedures. Leaving behind the unforgettable memories we have created on the most beautiful islands of the Aegean, we conclude this flawless blue voyage experienced with Güventur quality.
✅ Luxury Accommodation: 7 Nights 8 Days of full-board accommodation in the cabin category you selected aboard the Celestyal Journey.
✅ Rich Gastronomy: Breakfast, lunch and dinner at the main restaurants; plus delicious snacks throughout the day at the Greek Deli and Pizza Oven.
✅ Complimentary Drinks: Unlimited filter coffee, tea, water and soda available from the vending machines during meals (served between 06:30 - 22:00, while the main restaurants are open).
✅ Internet Access: 250 MB of complimentary Wi-Fi access per day so you can stay connected even in the middle of the sea.
✅ Entertainment and Activities: Use of shared areas such as theatre shows, animations, swimming pool, fitness center and lounge, as well as the ship's spectacular day and night entertainment programs.
✅ Port Taxes and Tips: All port taxes, port fees and mandatory ship crew service charges (tips) are fully included in the price.
✅ Mykonos Transfer: Complimentary transfer service from the ship to Mykonos city center.
✅ Guiding Service: Professional Turkish-language guiding services accompanying you throughout your journey.
✅ Travel Health Insurance: Standard travel health insurance covering the duration of your trip (a surcharge applies to guests aged 70 and over).
❌ Visa and Fee Charges: The fee for a Multiple-Entry (Multi) Schengen Visa and the International Departure Fee.
❌ Transportation Services: Our tour is based on the "Cruise Only" concept; personal transportation and transfers to Kuşadası Port at the beginning and end of the tour are the responsibility of the guests.
❌ Extra Shore Excursions: Extra exploration tours organized by the ship in port cities (Rhodes, Crete, Santorini, Mykonos, Milos, Athens).
❌ Extra Beverages: All alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages not included in the complimentary concept (the dispensers during meals), as well as bar expenses (you can benefit from the Celestyal Pay bonus advantage for your expenses).
❌ Personal Expenses: Dry cleaning, room service, SPA, beauty center, casino expenses, and all other similar personal expenses.
❌ Insurance Surcharge: The €30 travel insurance age surcharge difference applied to guests aged 70 and over.
❌ Additional Taxes: Additional local accommodation or port-entry taxes that may be determined at any time by the Greek Government, if applicable.
🧳 What Should You Bring With You? (Your Travel Bag)
During this luxurious journey through the crystal-blue waters of the Aegean and the unique ports of the Greek Islands, the most important items you should have in your luggage to ensure both your comfort on board and your ease during shore excursions are as follows:
- 🛂 Official Documents: Your passport, valid for at least 6 months from the end of your trip (please make sure it does not contain an entry stamp from the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus!), an approved copy of your multiple-entry Schengen visa, and the digital cruise tickets sent to you by our agency.
- 👗 Daytime and Beach Elegance: Breathable cotton and linen clothing suitable for the warm Aegean weather, shorts, and T-shirts. Bring multiple swimsuits/bikinis for swimming in the ship's pool or in the sea at islands such as Mykonos and Milos, a beach towel (towels are provided at the ship's pool, but you may bring your own personal towel for the beaches), sunglasses, and a wide-brimmed hat.
- 👟 Comfortable Walking Shoes: Ergonomic walking shoes with non-slip soles or comfortable sneakers that will not tire your feet while walking through Rhodes' medieval stone streets, on Santorini's stairways, and up to the Acropolis in Athens.
- 🧥 Evening Elegance and Wind Protection: "Smart Casual" outfits for dinners at the ship's restaurants. We also recommend bringing a lightweight spring jacket, cardigan, or shawl to protect yourself from the famous Meltemi winds that may blow in the Aegean Sea in the evenings.
- 💊 Personal Health Products: High-SPF sunscreen will be your greatest lifesaver. Bring any prescription medications you use regularly (in their original packaging), as well as mild preventive medication or acupressure wristbands for our guests who are sensitive to seasickness.
- 🔋 Electronic Items: Since you will be taking photos of unique island views and sunsets throughout the day, a Power Bank (portable charger) will ensure that your phone does not run out of charge.
- 💶 Financial Essentials: For small purchases and tips at the charming cafés and local shops on the islands, it is sufficient to carry Cash Euros in small denominations and a credit card enabled for international use.
🗺️ Extra Excursions
On every island we reach with Celestyal Journey, you can spend your free time as you wish or discover the hidden beauties of the Aegean with professionally guided shore excursions, which you can purchase from the ship's reception. (Note: Extra excursions are not included in the tour package and are charged on board.)
Featured extra excursion options you can join at the ports:
🏰 Rhodes: A city tour covering the Palace of the Grand Masters and the historic medieval streets, or a tour of the enchanting town of Lindos, with its dazzling white houses and hilltop acropolis.
🏛️ Crete (Agios Nikolaos): A visit to the ancient Palace of Knossos, home to the legendary Minotaur's labyrinth, or a boat tour of Spinalonga Island.
🌅 Santorini: A tour of Oia Village, where you can admire the island's famous blue-domed churches and legendary sunset from the best vantage point, or volcanic boat tours.
🎉 Mykonos: An enjoyable walking tour through narrow, dazzling white streets or transfer services to the island's world-famous luxury beaches.
🏖️ Milos: A nature tour covering the legendary Sarakiniko Beach, where dazzling white volcanic rocks meet turquoise waters, and the island's charming fishing villages.
🏺 Athens (Piraeus): A tour of the magnificent Acropolis and the Parthenon Temple, symbols of Western civilization, along with a visit to the Plaka district.
💳 Celestyal Pay (Spending Bonus) Opportunity!
It's in your hands to make your holiday on board more enjoyable and economical! By loading a prepayment (deposit) into your "Celestyal Pay" account no later than 72 hours before boarding the ship, you can earn an extra spending bonus of up to €250. You can freely use this balance and bonuses at the ship's à la carte restaurants and for all paid beverage purchases.
✨ Prepayment and Bonus Amounts You Will Earn:
💶 €100 Deposit ➔ €15 Bonus
💶 €200 Deposit ➔ €35 Bonus
💶 €300 Deposit ➔ €55 Bonus
💶 €500 Deposit ➔ €100 Bonus
💶 €750 Deposit ➔ €175 Bonus
💶 €1000 Deposit ➔ €250 Bonus
(⚠️ Important Note: Celestyal Pay balances cannot be used for shore excursions, and unused balances cannot be refunded. Therefore, we recommend loading only an amount you will be able to spend.)
📌 Important Things to Know Before Booking (Important Warnings)
- 🛂 Passport and Visa Requirement: As our tour includes Greek ports, guests holding Burgundy (Ordinary) passports are required to have a valid Multiple-Entry (Multi) Schengen Visa covering their travel dates. Green (Special) passport holders are exempt from the visa requirement. All passports must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the end date of the journey. (Important Note: Guests whose passports contain an entry stamp from the TRNC (Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus) cannot enter Greece or board the ship, in accordance with Greek law.)
- 🚢 Transportation and Ship Boarding (Cruise Only): Our tour is based on a "Cruise Only" concept and starts at Kuşadası Port and ends at Kuşadası Port. Transportation to the port is the guest's own responsibility. Our guests must be present at Kuşadası Port on the first day of the tour between 15:00 and 17:00 for boarding (check-in) and baggage procedures. No refunds will be issued under any circumstances for guests who miss the departure time.
- 👶 Infant Guests: Due to ship regulations and the limitations of emergency medical intervention at sea, infants under 6 months of age are strictly not permitted to board the ship. There is no baby-care service or special baby food for sale on board. Crib requests for infants over 6 months of age must be stated during the reservation.
- 🤰 Pregnant Guests: Guests who have completed their 24th week of pregnancy (between 28 and 32 weeks in the case of twin pregnancies) are not permitted to board the ship. Guests who are under 24 weeks pregnant may join the tour with a doctor's report issued no later than 7 days before departure, stating that there is "no medical obstacle to traveling by plane and ship."
- 🏥 Travel Insurance Age Limit: The travel health insurance included in the tour package covers guests up to the age of 69 under standard terms. For guests aged 70 and over, a mandatory insurance surcharge of €30 (age difference) is charged.
- ⚓ Weather Conditions and Itinerary Changes: The cruise line or captain reserves the right to change port arrival times, alter the itinerary, or cancel a port call without prior notice due to adverse weather conditions, security reasons, or decisions by local authorities. In addition, some ports may be reached by boats known as "tenders," depending on weather conditions.
- 📜 Ticketing and Information: Confirmed digital cruise tickets and boarding details are sent to our guests 48 hours before the tour departure date. Participants are responsible for checking the information provided on these tickets. Strict cancellation and refund conditions (graduated deductions) apply in accordance with international cruise contracts.