Celebrity Cruises has announced its 2027-2028 sailing schedule, featuring more than 175 itineraries across Europe, Alaska, Hawaii, Australia, Japan, Canada and New England. The comprehensive programme will visit more than 180 destinations, spanning cultural hotspots and natural wonders around the globe.
The cruise line's Edge Series ships will continue operating in premier destinations, including Europe, Alaska and Australia, while unique ports and overnight stays promise enhanced experiences for passengers.
Celebrity Xcel, the company's newest vessel, will return to Europe for its second season, offering immersive Mediterranean experiences through The Bazaar destination programme.
Key highlights include back-to-back sailings on Celebrity Xcel through France, Spain, Italy, Portugal, Morocco, Greece and Turkey. The season features more than 60 overnight stays and over 115 port days lasting 12 hours or longer, providing extended opportunities to explore European cities and coastal communities. Celebrity Edge will enjoy an extended Alaska season for 2027.
In Japan, overnight stays are planned for four sought-after cities: Tokyo, Kyoto (Osaka), Kobe and Aomori, allowing passengers to experience the country's energetic nightlife and cultural offerings.
"With unforgettable itineraries that span the globe, guests can discover incredible destinations while enjoying the unrivalled hospitality Celebrity Cruises is known for," said Laura Hodges Bethge, president of Celebrity Cruises.
The European programme features seven ships, including three Edge Series vessels sailing to over 90 destinations across 25 countries. Celebrity Xcel and Celebrity Ascent will focus on Mediterranean routes, while Celebrity Apex returns to Southampton for Arctic Circle and Norwegian Fjords itineraries.
Celebrity Edge in Alaska (Photo Credit: Celebrity Cruises)
Alaska operations will include Celebrity Edge, Celebrity Solstice and Celebrity Summit, with departures from Seattle, Vancouver and Seward. Land-based Cruisetours will complement ocean voyages, featuring authentic lodges and scenic railways through Alaska's interior.
Celebrity Edge and the recently renewed Celebrity Solstice will serve Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific, visiting 33 destinations with overnight stays in Adelaide and Cairns.
Celebrity Edge in Australia (Photo Credit: Celebrity Cruises)
Celebrity Millennium will homeport from Tokyo's Narita terminal, offering Japan circumnavigation sailings and regional itineraries to South Korea, Singapore, Vietnam and China.
Bookings opened August 5, 2025 for Europe, Japan, Canada and New England sailings, with Alaska and Hawaii available September 9, 2025, and Australia starting September 30, 2025.
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