Santorini is a major stop for cruise lines from all over the world especially in the spring and summer months with more than 100 cruise arrivals per day during the peak summer season. With the biggest names in cruise calling at Santorini, here are our top 5 favourite cruise ships that regularly call at this stunning Greek island to help you plan your 2025 cruise adventure!
Royal Caribbean International:
Explorer of the Seas
A popular and beloved Royal Caribbean cruise ship, Explorer of the Seas will sail from Ravenna (Venice) and Miami, Florida to the sparkling shores of Santorini in 2025.
This incredible Voyager-class ship can accommodate up to 3,114 passengers with 1,641 staterooms, 8 dining outlets serving mouthwatering dining with flavours from around the globe, 7 bars and lounges and a plethora of amenities including 9 pools & whirlpools.
Guests can look forward to non-stop thrills with Royal Caribbean’s signature activities including the FlowRider® surf simulator, Typhoon℠ & Cyclone℠ – part of The Perfect Storm℠, ice skating, rock climbing, parades, mini golf, pickle ball and more.
After dark, there are Broadway-calibre live performances to enjoy including the musical stylings of Wild Cool & Swingin, the infectious energy of Invitation To Dance, the uplifting ice show extravaganza Spirits Of The Seasons or a cool journey back in time with Fast Forward.
Exclusive adults-only spaces like the Solarium and Vitality Spa, and clubs for toddlers, kids and tweens are also available for all passengers to enjoy.
Virgin Voyages:
Resilient Lady
A vibrant cruise experience designed for fun-loving adults, Resilient Lady offers both relaxation at sea and unparalleled entertainment at night with incredible “rockstar quarters” to suit all preferences.
The ship can accommodate up to 2,700 passengers with 1,408 staterooms and will sail from Portsmouth, UK to Santorini and other popular European destinations in 2025.
Virgin Voyages’ third ship promises all-included luxury with Michelin-star dining, unlimited group workouts and world-class entertainment and parties all included and unlimited alongside tipping, wifi and essential drinks.
It’s a fantastic choice for adults who love a thrilling nightlife with exciting new shows and live performances including Persephone, Miss Behave Show, Another Rose & Miss Lola’s Library & epic parties like Scarlet Night & Untitled Danceshow Partything.
While onboard, guests can make full use of a world-class spa, a state-of-the-art fitness centre, multiple swimming pools, more than 20 dining venues, lounges and bars & spacious accommodations with a modern yacht-inspired aesthetic.
Celebrity Cruises: Celebrity Ascent
Celebrity Cruises’ award-winning resort at sea, Celebrity Ascent is the fourth ship in the line’s Edge Series. This stunning ship promises to wow guests with industry-first “outward facing designs” and newly expanded open-air spaces.
Exciting and innovative features and venues onboard include the Magic Carpet – the world’s first cantilevered cruise ship experience; Sunset Bar – a world-class Resort Deck with exclusive cabanas, infinity-edge plunge pools and two-storey Martini-shaped hot tubs; a Resort Garden and more than 30 distinct food and drink venues.
Guests can look forward to six new production shows with programming exclusive to Celebrity Ascent, exclusive adults-only and kids-only spaces, as well as a Casino with brand new games.
Departing from Rome, Barcelona and Athens in 2025, Celebrity Ascent will sail the Mediterranean with stops in Santorini. The ship can accommodate up to 3,260 passengers with 1,646 staterooms.
Norwegian Cruise Line:
Norwegian Viva
Norwegian Cruise Line’s second Prima-class ship offers stunning first-of-its-kind designs and features, wide open spaces, spacious accommodations and exceptional service with sun-filled itineraries to the Mediterranean.
With 1,646 staterooms, it can accommodate up to 3,100 passengers. In 2025 the ship will sail from Athens to the glistening shores of the Greek Isles including Santorini and other Mediterranean destinations.
Unique features onboard include the Ocean Boulevard with 360-degree ocean views, Ocean Walk with glass bridges, Infinity Beach with infinity pools that blend with the ocean and Vibe Beach Club, a luxurious adults-only retreat.
A must-do is Beetlejuice the musical, plus live performances, and stand-up comedy. There are thrills and activities to please the whole family including the world’s first three-level race track at sea, a virtual adventure reality world, a 10-story freefall dry slide, games, virtual golf and a casino.
Dining experiences promises to surpass all expectations with 35 restaurants, bars and lounges – don’t miss out on NCL’s first three-story, glass-walled Penrose Atrium filled with restaurants & lounges!
Princess Cruises:
Sun Princess
Princess Cruises’ biggest and first LNG-powered Sphere Class new build debuted in February 2024. The stunning new ship will stop in Santorini in August 2025 on her way to favourite Caribbean destinations out of Ft Lauderdale, Florida.
Ready to accommodate 4,300 passengers with 2,157 staterooms, Sun Princess boasts exciting new features & spaces including a 3-storey Horizon’s Dining Room, Wake View Terrace & infinity pool and the first-ever Rollglider at sea.
There’s also a 3-storey suspended glass Piazza housing new dining venues and The Dome – pool by day and stage shows by night with a striking glass-roof design.
Guests can dine on new & returning favourites at more than 29 restaurants, bars and lounges, and enjoy live performances at Princess Live!, thrills at Park 19 & breathtaking acrobatics by Cirque Eloize at The Dome.
While the little ones play at multiple kids clubs for toddlers, teens and tweens, adults can explore and discover exciting features and services at The Sanctuary, Lotus Spa, Wake View Terrace, the Casino and Signature Sun Deck.
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