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Italy & French Riviera from Barcelona

Celebrity Cruises Celebrity Xcel℠
Date 22nd Aug 26
Nights 7 Nights
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UK to Barcelona, Spain
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Nice (Villefranche), France
The heart of the French Riviera is alive with expensive yachts, crystal clear waters and an abundance of glitz and glamour everywhere you look. Absorb yourself into the world of a celebrity and royalty as you stroll around the coast, taking in the stylish town of Nice. Visit one of the world famous art galleries and take in the works of Monet and Matisse or simply visit one of the many harbour cafés and admire the abundance of super yachts in this millionaires playground.
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Portofino, Italy
Portofino is found on Italy's north-west coast between Genoa and La Spezia. This beautiful fishing village is renowned for its pretty harbour, colourful buildings and connection with the rich and famous! Once ruled by the French, English, Spanish, and Austrians; Portofino has a diverse and interesting heritage. See the Christ of the Abyss statue and 12th-century Church of St. Martin, before climbing the 'Salita San Giorgio' flight of steps leading from the harbour to Castello Brown — a castle transformed into a mansion featuring a neo-Gothic interior! Kayak and snorkel along the coast or take a sightseeing tour to Genoa and enjoy designer shopping.
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Florence/Pisa (Livorno), Italy
The Italian port of Livorno gives you access to both Florence and Pisa. Florence is the capital of the Tuscany region and the centre of Italian Renaissance. Explore Italy's greatest artistic treasures; Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Piazza Duomo with its world famous dome. No visit would be complete without stopping by the Uffizi Gallery and admiring the panoramic views of Florence from the 19th-century Pizzale Michelangelo. Pisa is most famous for its iconic leaning tower and is a must on any to-see list. Take a tour around the five-aisled Romanesque Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta and the nearby Baptistery. Pay a visit to Campo Santo (Sacred Field), Museo Nazionale, and Palazzo dei Cavalieri.
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Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy
The capital of Italy, Rome, is a sprawling city cosmopolitan city brimming with globally-influential art, architecture, and culture. The three-tiered Roman Colosseum amphitheatre offers fascinating tours of ancient history. The late Renaissance St Peter's Basilica was crafted by Michelangelo and other architects and is a must-see. The crystal blue waters and sculptures of Trevi Fountain will leave you mesmerised. The Roman Forum is the excavated heart of the Roman Empire and provides an insight of age-old times. Vatican Museums are home to Renaissance art treasures and feature the Sistine Chapel frescoes. Take a walk down the famous Spanish Steps. Pay a visit to the bustling Piazza Navona with its Fontana dei Quattro Fiumi, Fontana del Moro, and Fontana del Nettuno fountains, exquisite bars, and talented street artists.
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Naples, Italy
Naples on Italy's Amalfi Coast is your next port of call. Visit Piazza del Plebiscito to admire the Royal Palace, Galleria Umberto and San Carlo Theatre. Step inside the Duomo to view the Cappella di San Gennaro, the baptistery, and colourful frescoes and mosaics. Enjoy family-time at Acquario Della Stazione Zoological Di Napoli. Join a tour to the ruins of Pompeii, Mount Vesuvius and picturesque Sorrento and Positano. Or take a scenic boat trip to the beautiful island of Capri.
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At sea
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Barcelona, Spain to UK
Why Book
Why Book
  • Interior Stateroom from £1,119pp (£220 p/room savings)
  • Oceanview Stateroom from £1,379pp (£220 p/room savings)
  • Balcony Stateroom from £1,339pp (£450 p/room savings)
  • The Retreat Suites from £5,029pp (£800 p/room combined savings)
  • Return flights from selected UK airports
  • Overseas transfers
  • 7-night full board cruise on NEW Celebrity Xcel
Celebrity Cruises campaign and benefits:
 
  • At least 60% off 2nd Guest* - ends 17 August 2026      
  • Up to £1,000 included savings* - ends 30 June 2026    
  • 2026 Europe flights from £99pp* - ends 30 June 2026 
Add-on's:

  • Unlimited drinks and Wi-Fi for £55pp per day

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Background
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Overview
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They didn’t just build a ship. They built the holiday you will always remember. The restaurant you’ll never forget. The date night so good it lasts all day long. The pool day to outshine all other pool days. A new check mark on your bucket list.
 
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Food & Drink

For those happiest when connecting to new cultures through food, new destination-inspired dining options in The Bazaar will delight palates with local cuisines. An open kitchen concept, Mosaic, will serve reimagined and elevated dishes, inspired by the regions Celebrity Xcel is sailing, enhancing guests’ appreciation of the incredible places they have visited.

Entertainment

Celebrity Xcel doesn't just bring you to some of the world's best places. It brings those places along for the ride. With The Bazaar, we're no longer just blurring the line between ship and shore. Were erasing the line completely. From the culture, flavors, sights, and sounds of the destinations you'll visit to the local festivals they're famous for, we give you more to explore than ever before.

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Health & Fitness

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 theater 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.

Celebrate the Holidays on Celebrity Cruises

Kids will love celebrating the holidays on our cruise ships. With festive decorations and themed events, we make it easy to get into the holiday spirit. Children will love building gingerbread houses, singing along with carolers, and enjoying a visit from Santa, who always makes a special appearance bearing gifts.

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Terms & Conditions
Offers are based on 2 sharing the lead-in advertised stateroom type. Single supplements apply. Prices may change without prior notice.*At least 60% off 2nd guest: Booking Window: 6 May 2026 - 17 August 2026. Sail Date Range: 7 May 2026 - 30 April 2028. The second guest must be sharing the same stateroom as the first guests on the reservation within the same stateroom. The cruise fare discount for the second guest will be based on the fare that the first guest pays and can vary between 60% and 70%, excluding any add-ons & amenities including, without limitation, gratuities, air fares, hotels, transfers, pre-cruise & onboard purchases. Not combinable with Net Rates and Net Group Rates. *Flights to Europe from £99pp: Booking Window: 4 June 2026 - 30 June 2026. Applicable sailing dates:5 June 2026 - December 2026. Valid on selected Europe 2026 sailings and departure airports (London Gatwick, Manchester, Birmingham, Newcastle, Edinburgh & Dublin airports).*Up to £600 included savings: Booking window 4 June 2026 to 17 August 2026. Applicable on sailings departing from 5 June 2026 to 30 April 2028 will receive up to £600 included savings per stateroom: Saving amounts vary per duration and room type: 3-5nts: Inside & Oceanview (£80p/stateroom); Balcony to AquaClass (£150p/stateroom); The Retreat (£300p/suite) - 6nts or longer: Inside & Oceanview (£120p/stateroom); Balcony to AquaClass (£250p/stateroom); The Retreat (£600p/suite). *Up to £400 included savings: Booking window 4 June 2026 to 30 June 2026. Applicable on sailings departing from 6 June 2026 to 20 December 2026. Saving amounts vary per room type: Inside & Oceanview (£100p/stateroom); Balcony to AquaClass (£200p/stateroom); The Retreat (£400p/suite). Savings is combinable with additional campaigns. Promotions apply to all stateroom categories and excludes Galapagos and Celebrity River Cruises. Further terms and conditions may apply. Please ask for details. E&OE.
Italy & French Riviera from Barcelona
Celebrity Xcel℠
22nd Aug 26
7 Nights
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£1,119PP
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