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- Embark on a 12-night all-inclusive cruise aboard Celebrity Cruises' Celebrity Ascent℠ from Rome to Barcelona, taking in the ports of Naples, Katakolon, Piraeus, Mykonos, Rhodes, Ephesus, Santorini, and Palermo en-route
- Return flights from the UK and overseas transfers throughout are included
- A completely elevated cruise experience with all The Retreat® has to offer, including access to an exclusive lounge, sun deck and private restaurant
- Premium drinks & Wi-Fi included
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Greek Isles, Italy & Turkey
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Celebrity Ascent
14th Oct 24
12 Nights
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Fly from the UK to Rome
Fly from the UK to Rome where you'll step aboard Celebrity Ascent℠ as she sets sail on a 12-night cruise from Civitavecchia to Barcelona; taking in the ports of Naples, Katakolon, Piraeus, Mykonos, Rhodes, Ephesus, Santorini, and Palermo en-route.
The fourth ship in Celebrity Cruises' revolutionary Edge® Series, Celebrity Ascent℠ takes their innovative outward-facing design further than ever, creating an even closer connection between you, the sea, and every exciting place on the horizon. Soak up the sun, salt breezes, and stunning scenery in newly expanded open-air spaces. Savour fine dining that rivals anything you’d find on land. And discover even more ways to relax and renew.
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Naples, Italy
Framed by Mount Vesuvius along a dramatic skyline, the 2,800 year-old port city of Naples is chock full of historical sites, churches, and museums that make it a fascinating place for you to explore. For all of Rome’s notoriety and reputation, Naples, with its UNESCO-listed historic city centre has just as many important archaeological sites and landmarks.
Visit the Museo Archeologico Nazionale for a world-class collection of Egyptian and Graeco-Roman artefacts. And, if you’d like to venture a little deeper, then exploring Naples from below the ground is a must. Start with a trip into the basement of the San Lorenzo Maggiore church where you’ll find a partially excavated Roman market and a little deeper, just below the Roman ruins, you’ll find remnants from the Greeks to discover.
And in the region where pizza was first invented, you know the food is going to be incredible. Whether you’re looking for a thin, wood-fired Margherita pie, spaghetti alle vongole, or a zeppole dusted with confectioner’s sugar; Naples and her bountiful edible treasures is sure to please. Only 35 miles down the coast, Salerno offers you a rich history, but also boasts a marvellous collection of parks, natural wonders, and unique vantage points to take in the beauty of the Tyrrhenian Sea.
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Olympia (Katakolon), Greece
The small port of Katakolon on the Ionian coast is your gateway to ancient Olympia, the home of the original Olympic Games. Olympia has preserved both athletic and mythological monuments, many dating back to 776BC. Most intriguing is the stadium, which is still standing, and the gymnasium. The museum also offers a peek at fabulous Greek sculptures. Enter the stadium and pose in the marble starting blocks where the first marathoners once stood.
Take a scenic drive through the small Greek villages on the way to Kouroutas Beach and spend three hours relaxing under the sun, swimming, and soaking up a perfect Greek beach day. Witness the gorgeous Katakolon waterfront views while savouring traditional Greek specialties like pastitsio or moussaka at one of the quaint tavernas and cafes offering shady outdoor tables. And, of course, an abundance of calamari and other fresh seafood brought in by local fishermen are always on menus.
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Athens (Piraeus), Greece
Athens brought the world drama, history, poetry, and philosophy. Once home to the world's most powerful and civilized empires, Athens is now the world's foremost archaeological playground. The towering columns of the Parthenon still stand in homage to the virgin goddess Athena. The Parthenon sits atop the Athenian Acropolis and watches over the city where it can be seen from just about anywhere in Athens.
Visit the incredible Acropolis Museum; the joint effort between two architects, one American and the other Greek, this outstanding building was completed and opened to the public in 2009. It focuses primarily on the Greek period dating to 5BC, considered to be the apex of art, culture, and philosophy in ancient Greece, but it also has artefacts from the Bronze, Roman, and Byzantine Ages. There’s even a Plexiglas walkway from which an excavated section of an old Athenian neighbourhood can be viewed.
In addition to an abundance of historical riches; modern Athens has plenty on offer — from scenic beaches to restaurants with superb Mediterranean cuisine and bustling central markets.
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Mykonos, Greece
Mykonos is known for its whitewashed villages sprinkled with blue and jade green. It's also famous for its sophisticated nightlife. The most popular island in the Cyclades is bustling with activity, awash in beautiful alleyways, and home to alluring sandy beaches. Visit stylish beach bars and modern restaurants, and see the iconic 16th-century Venetian windmills which overlook Mykonos Town — the island's capital.
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Rhodes, Greece
Rhodes, the friendliest city in the Mediterranean, is situated at the island’s northernmost point. This sunny retreat is also home to many historic sites, such as the ruins of the Temple of Venus and the medieval Street of Knights. Rhodes, pronounced ro-dos, is the largest of the Dodecanese Islands. The varied landscape with beaches, wooded areas, and ancient ruins also make this one of the most alluring of the Greek archipelago.
A cruise to Rhodes wouldn’t be complete without exploring the picturesque Old Town with its winding streets and Byzantine legacy. Enter the gateways of Rhodes and step back to a time when the Knights of St John of Jerusalem built a Christendom stronghold. Or, tour the restored Palace of the Grand Masters and the Hospital of the Knights. You can spend the day amid the chronicles of Greek history.
Immerse yourself in the whitewashed romance of the archaeological site of Lindos and climb to the ruins of its ancient Acropolis for sweeping views of the village and the blue seas beyond. The island’s vibrant shops, great restaurants, and glittering clubs buzz with a happy, modern energy in contrast to the grace of its ancient history.
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Ephesus (Kusadasi), Turkey
Once the capital of the Roman province of Asia Minor, this coastal town is now an archaeologist’s dream. The UNESCO-listed ruins of Ephesus impress even those familiar with the world's other ancient cities. Though excavations have been underway for 150 years, only 20 percent of the city has been uncovered.
This former Greek banking and trading centre is rich with historic sites, including the Great Theatre, the Temple of Hadrian, and the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Check out the Celsus Library - built in 117AD - made up of towering columns highlighted by the statue of the goddess of wisdom.
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Santorini, Greece
On the island of Santorini, you’ll find a classic Greek seascape - whitewashed houses accented by sea-blue roofs. This is a treasure trove for both professional and amateur archaeology buffs, with sites that include tombs that date back to the 9th century and the sanctuary of Apollo. In many ways, Santorini could be considered an explosive place as its terraced collection of homes and windmills lie on a caldera - a huge basin formed by an erupting volcano.
The island’s volcanic past has also produced delicious grapes for excellent wines that are well worth investigating. Some of the best on the island can be found in Pyrgos, Megalochori, and Oia. Oia’s hilltop not only has the ancient, Minoan site of Akrotiri, but is quite possibly the best vantage point from which to witness the spectacular sunsets.
And, if you have some time, take a short trip to the island of Nea Kameni for a dip in its famous hot springs. The warm dark waters are enriched with iron and manganese and considered therapeutic.
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Sicily (Palermo), Italy
Long considered a strategic prize, the Sicilian city of Palermo has changed hands dozens of times throughout its tumultuous history. Spend time here and you’ll find remnants of Viking, Arab, Roman, and Phoenician cultures. Visit the UNESCO-listed Temple Valley of Agrigenro, take a panoramic city tour to see the highlights, and then visit the impressive Catacombs of the Capuchin Friars, where more than 8,000 mummified bodies of monks, noblemen, and citizens are dressed in their original 15th century clothes. The most touching sight is the body of Rosalia Lombardo, almost perfectly preserved though this baby girl died in 1920, at the tender age of two.
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Barcelona, Spain to UK
Bid farewell to your crew and fellow passengers as you arrive in the port of Barcelona. You'll disembark Celebrity Ascent℠ and be transferred to the airport in time to catch your flight back to the UK with many treasured memories of your cruise.
Hays Extras
Celebrity Ascent
Overview
Introducing our newest award-winning resort at sea, Celebrity AscentSM, the fourth and most innovative ship in our highly awarded Edge® Series. Celebrity Ascent features 32 distinctive restaurants, bars, and lounges, including the newly designed Le Voyage by Chef Daniel Boulud. Ascent includes all the best of our Edge Series ships, from the inviting multi-deck Sunset Bar designed by Edge Series Travel Ambassador Nate Berkus to the open-air Rooftop Garden where two cantilevered floating pools offer breathtaking views six feet over the ship's edge. World-class accommodations include our spa-inspired AquaClass® staterooms, the revolutionary Infinite Veranda staterooms that take you to the water’s edge, and The Retreat®, featuring a private restaurant, lounge and sundeck for our suite guests. Book now to relax and renew on Celebrity Ascent.
Food & Drink
An Unforgettable Culinary Experience
What you eat on vacation is almost as important as where you go, and on every Celebrity vacation, we bring both those things together perfectly. The captivating scents and flavours of your dining experience will transport you to new places—without even leaving your table. On Celebrity AscentSM, you’ll embark on a culinary journey like no other.
Our menus are crafted by Michelin-starred chef, Cornelius Gallagher, and are inspired by the amazing regions we visit around the world. Along with our top culinary talent on board who prepare the dishes fresh daily using locally sourced ingredients, you’ll enjoy the best dining experience at sea.
WE’RE PUTTING IT ALL ON THE TABLE
- New concepts
- Reimagined experiences
- New signature menu items
- Expanded partnerships
- 32 Distinct food and beverage experiences
- 14 Cafés, bars and lounges
- 8 Specialty restaurants
- 4 Main dining restaurants
- 4 Complimentary casual dining venues
- 2 Exclusive restaurants
Specialty Dining
We believe that fine dining on vacation is just as important as the places you’ll visit, and on a great vacation, those two things go hand-in-hand. And we take that philosophy even further on Celebrity Ascent by bringing back the mouth-watering specialty restaurants created for Celebrity Edge®.Extraordinary vacations can transport you to new places by introducing you to new flavours and cuisines you may never had tried before. We believe that fine dining on vacation is just as important as the places you’ll visit, and on a great vacation, those two things go hand-in-hand. And we take that philosophy even further on Celebrity Ascent℠ by bringing back the mouth-watering specialty restaurants created for Celebrity Edge®.
Main Dining
Discover not one but four complimentary main restaurants, each with a distinctive design and signature dishes inspired by specific regions of the world. Now, you’ll find new menus and menu selections across our main restaurants.
On our Celebrity Edge® Series ships, we may have reinvented the main restaurant experience with four restaurants, but we haven’t changed the way you plan your dining in these restaurants. Now, you can choose Celebrity Select Dining Early or Celebrity Select Dining Late, and you’ll be assigned one of the four main dining restaurants, while having the option to dine in the other three upon request. Choose Celebrity Select Dining Anytime, and you can dine in any of the four restaurants when you want. There’s nothing traditional about dining with us. With Celebrity Select Dining the choice of how you plan your evening meals is up to you.
Complimentary Dining
In addition to our four main restaurants, you’ll find an array of complimentary dining options. From Eden Café to The Spa Café and Juice Bar, and from our market-place inspired Oceanview Café to our poolside Mast Grill, there’s every opportunity to please your palate morning, noon, and night.
More complimentary dining options on Celebrity Ascent℠ include Eden Café, where you’ll find gourmet sandwiches, soups, and other fare, featuring an alfresco dining area and the gorgeous, three level Eden to find an intimate nook with spectacular views to enjoy your meal. Feel like eating a little lighter? Step up to The Spa Café and Juice Bar—tucked into a relaxing corner of the adults-only Solarium—to enjoy a light breakfast or lunch in the most soothing atmosphere on board. Take a break from your relaxing day by the pool to grab a bite at Mast Grill. With so many options available, you’re sure to find exactly what you’re craving any time of day.
Entertainment
Refresh Your Point of View
Whether you want handcrafted martinis, ice-cold craft brews, or delicious specialty coffees to perk you up, the bars and lounges aboard Celebrity Ascent offer something for every mood. Kick back at tried-and-true favourites, like Café al Bacio, the Pool Bar, our ever-popular Sunset Bar, and the stunning Martini Bar—and discover a brand-new favourite at Craft Social Bar, featuring beer, wine, and cocktails. They’re all here waiting to serve up unforgettable experiences on our newest ship Celebrity Ascent.
Health & Fitness
Spa & Fitness
Whether you want to clear your mind, fine-tune your body, reinvigorate your spirit—or all of the above—The Spa and Fitness Center is an indulgent escape where you can do it all.
Rise or Rest to Rejuvenate.
There’s no better way to find your ultimate state of wellbeing than with the ocean as your backdrop. Start your holistic wellness journey with an incredible night’s rest on our exclusive eXhale® bedding, made with cashmere. Get your endorphins flowing with first-at-sea fitness programs. Escape to The Spa and discover more than 120 rejuvenating treatments, including Destination Inspired Treatments as unique as the places we visit. At the heart of The Spa, our SEA Thermal Suite and Persian Garden are playgrounds for the senses—and complimentary for guests of our AquaClass® staterooms and Aqua Sky Suites. We’ve thought of everything you need to nourish your mind, body, and spirit—miles at sea.
Kids & Teens
From fun activities on board to adventurous excursions on land, our award-winning cruises offer unforgettable experiences for the whole family to enjoy. Kids, parents, and grandparents will find plenty of opportunities to spend quality time together and create memories that will remain long after your vacation ends.
Gather everyone for a movie night under the stars. Enjoy theatre shows and live music. Splash with your kids on the beach or go on thrilling shore excursions with adventurous teens. There’s something for everyone to love on our fun-filled family cruises.
Kids and Teen Programs
The fun starts at Camp At Sea, our onboard entertainment centre and program designed exclusively for kids ages 3 to 12. Open every day from 9:00am - 10:00pm, Camp at Sea offers kids the opportunity to participate in a number of entertaining activities, including treasure hunts, arts and crafts, sports, and theme parties, all under the supervision of our experienced youth staff. For our teen cruisers, the Teen Club is the place to be. At the Teen Club, they can make new friends and participate in events like video game competitions, teen parties, and culinary classes. Activities are overseen by our team of teen counsellors and offered throughout the day, allowing teens to come and go as they please.
Entertainment On Board
There’s no shortage of entertaining venues on board. Spend the day swimming in the pool with the kids, then watch the sunset while relaxing in one of our elevated hot tubs. Gather on board for movie night under the stars, silent disco parties, hot glass classes, and archery tournaments —so many activities to share. Don’t miss the views from the Lawn Club or the Resort Deck, which provides the ultimate backdrop for a picture-perfect family photo.
Family Friendly Excursions
One of the top reasons we’re one of the best cruise lines for families is because we offer an array of family-friendly shore excursions at over 300 port destinations. With activities varying from cultural tours to thrilling water sports, families will have no trouble finding a number of exciting excursions such as swimming with dolphins, hiking up volcanoes or glaciers, and strolling through ancient Mayan ruins.
Fun, Engaging and Enriching Family Cruise Experiences. Never the Same Camp Twice.
Our cruises offer unforgettable experiences for kids of all ages. With fun games, outdoor activities, video game tournaments, and slumber parties all on the agenda, your kids will have the time of their life during their family vacation on board.
Camp at Sea is the only fully customisable kids cruise program in the industry. With over 500 activities to participate in, our schedule changes every sailing depending on the interests of our young cruisers. From arts and recreation to science and technology, we cover all types of subjects and hobbies, making sure every kid (no matter their interests), feels entertained and engaged during their family cruise.
Greek Isles, Italy & Turkey
£6,519
From PP
Celebrity Ascent
14th Oct 24
12 Nights
£6,519
From PP
