Romance and culture await on the Best of Greece gay group cruise. It’s no wonder the Greek Islands have always been a perennial favorite of travelers. Greece is a magical, romantic destination where you can wander alongside stunning coastlines, explore the ruins of ancient cultures, and dine on fresh Mediterranean cuisine all in one vacation. From the sun-soaked stone buildings in Santorini to the white-sand beaches that beckon in Mykonos, a Greece cruise is the best way to experience the captivating Greek Islands.
There is no shortage of unforgettable experiences to be had in Greece. Its seascapes and cityscapes are wondrous, from the mighty ruins of the Acropolis to the buzzing, modern city center of Athens. Visit an olive farm in Crete, or embark on a tour of Mykonos Town’s organic wineries. Or, take an intimate, exclusive cooking lesson on how to make local favorites in Santorini’s main square, right in the middle of it all.
Greece is a world-renowned destination for history buffs. Stroll through the Acropolis and marvel at human achievement, or visit the Museum of Cycladic Art to study Aegean and Cypriot artifacts. Examine the 400-year-old remains of a town buried under volcanic ash outside of Santorini, or hop on a boat ride to Delos, said to be the birthplace of Apollo.
Travelers flock to Santorini for its cobalt-roofed homes, friendly locals, and fine local wine. On this crescent-shaped island, soak up the sun at black-sand beaches like Perissa, or spend a day at the Santorini Caldera, one of the only places in the world to see submerged remnants of an erupted volcano. Sample Greek wines at family-owned wineries dotting the Aegean coast, and take the time to marvel at the incredible panoramas all around you.
Every detail has been elevated, every comfort refined.
Celebrity Infinity takes you to some of the most incredible destinations on the globe, so it’s only fitting that she offers some of the best experiences at sea, too.
By night, head to the Martini Bar to enjoy a classic cocktail upon a real ice bar, while you watch the bartenders put on a high-energy show every night. The sophisticated atmosphere at Cellar Masters provides a more intimate venue – recline in deep leather seats and enjoy a menu of the finest beers, wines and more.
And now Celebrity Infinity has been modernised as part of The Celebrity Revolution - a $500-million investment to take all of Celebrity Cruises ships to the edge. Stay in brand new staterooms, enjoy beautifully reimagined restaurants and lounges, and relax in the newly redesigned spa. For our Suite Class guests, we now also have The Retreat Sundeck and The Retreat Lounge in addition to our Suite Class restaurant Luminae. Discover all of this and more onboard Celebrity Infinity.
Celebrity Infinity is like the pinnacle of a tall mountain – breathtakingly amazing. It is the best way to travel the world in style and enjoy an incredible cruise: the amenities that Celebrity features in its exceptional ships, combined with extremely personal service, means that you can cruise guilt-free, knowing that you'll be taken care of in every way possible. Luxury, class, and accommodation - these three words describe a trip on Celebrity Infinity perfectly.
Activities on Celebrity Infinity
On Celebrity Infinity, the best amenities are yours for the asking. Relax by the swimming pool on deck, and soak up the sun with a nice drink. Take away the stress in the whirlpool, or pamper yourself at the AquaSpa. Enjoy the Conservatory, a stunning and meticulously designed garden with flourishing plant life.
Go to the library and read a book in the peace and quiet, or just wander around the ship and take in the ocean views. There are also internet stations on the ship, where you can catch up on your emails, or send pictures home to make your friends and family jealous.
Dining / Food on Celebrity Infinity Celebrity Infinity will treat you to the best food you can imagine. Get ready for an explosion of flavor and class - check out the main dining room, and dine in style while feasting on your favorite foods, all prepared to order.
Head over to the SS Normandie Restaurant, where you can sample food prepared tableside in an atmosphere reminiscent of the famous old ocean liners such as the Titanic. Do not forget - there is also 24-hour room service available, which offers great food from the dinner menus.
Entertainment on Celebrity Infinity
An excellent ship like Celebrity Infinity offers world-class entertainment. Your night will be full of memorable activities, so where to begin? Head over to one of the bars and lounges and enjoy a cocktail with great company - you can decide what to do next while you are relaxing.
The ship offers great live performances - live music, Broadway-style performances, and even current movies. You can also dance the night away at the nightclub, where the DJ will play your favorite tunes. If you feel lucky, head over to the casino onboard and try your luck.
Best of Greece Gay Group Cruise 2024 Itinerary
Date
Port
Arrive
Depart
22 Jun
Athens (Piraeus), Greece
5 PM
23 Jun
Ephesus (Kusadasi), Turkey
8 AM
8 PM
24 Jun
Santorini, Greece
8 AM
10 PM
25 Jun
Fun Day at Sea!
26 Jun
Thessaloniki, Greece
8 AM
6 PM
27 Jun
Volos, Greece
8 AM
7 PM
28 Jun
Mykonos, Greece
8 AM
6 PM
29 Jun
Athens (Piraeus), Greece
5 AM
Day 1 - 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. Make it a point to visit the incredible Acropolis Museum on your cruise from Athens.
Day 2 - Ephesus (Kusadasi), Turkey
Once the capital of the Roman province of Asia Minor, this coastal town is now an archeologist’s dream. The UNESCO World Heritage 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 center is rich with historic sites, including the Great Theater, the Temple of Hadrian, and the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
Day 3 - Santorini, Greece
Here 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 archeology 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, being that its terraced collection of homes and windmills lie on a caldera-- a huge basin formed by an erupting volcano.
Day 4 - Fun Day at Sea!
While at sea, take the time to recharge before the next adventure. Lounge by the pool, be spoiled at the spa, taste the delicacies or explore the venues on-board, until we arrive at the next amazing destination.
Day 5 - Thessaloniki, Greece
The second largest city in Greece, Thessaloniki has so much going for it—beauty, history, culture, and absolutely amazing views of the sea. One of its most famous sites is the iconic White Tower which dates from the 1500s and was built as part of the city’s fortification. Head to the top of it for sweeping views of the city, shimmering gulf, and surrounding hills. Practically an open-air museum of Byzantine art, Thessaloniki offers many opportunities to stroll among 5th century churches, archeological sites, a 13th century bathhouse, archaeological museums, and contemporary art museums.
Day 6 - Volos, Greece
Volos, Greece's newest port city, is located at the foot of Mount Pelion and the innermost point of the Pagasetic Gulf. As an important industrial center and bridge between Europe and Asia, this lively seafront destination offers you many things to discover—local cultural activities, museums, cafes, restaurants, and an exciting nightlife area. You will also enjoy its unique architecture, nearby lush mountain ranges, and golden beaches.
Day 7 - Mykonos, Greece
Mykonos is known for its whitewashed villages sprinkled with blue and jade green. It's also famous for its sophisticated gay nightlife. The most popular island in the Cyclades is bustling with activity, awash in beautiful alleyways, and home to alluring sandy beaches.
Day 8 - Athens (Piraeus), Greece Athens is a great city to discover. It can claim to be, in no small part, the birthplace of western civilisation. You’ll see great monuments from Ancient Greece, chiefly the Parthenon. This temple complex looms over the city, the greatest architectural relic of Greece’s Golden Age.
A great city for gay travelers, you’ll find many excellent gay bars and gay clubs in Athens. It also has a celebrated culinary scene. Athens is more than a relic from antiquity. The modern city has so much to offer.
Stateroom Size approx.: 170 sq.ft.
Two lower beds that convert to one queen-sized bed, sitting area, private bathroom with shower, complimentary use of bathrobes, minibar, 20-inch interactive flat-screen TV, direct-dial telephone and voicemail, air-conditioning, individual safe, hairdryer, and 24-hour room service.
$ 1,974
Ocean View Stateroom
Two lower beds that convert to one queen-sized bed, large 48-inch porthole window, sitting area, private bathroom with shower, complimentary use of bathrobes, minibar, 20-inch interactive flat-screen TV, direct-dial telephone and voicemail, air-conditioning, individual safe, hairdryer, and 24-hour room service.
$ 2,249
Veranda Stateroom
Stateroom Area approx.: 170 sq. ft.| Veranda Area: 38 sq. ft. Two lower beds convertible to queen-size bed (some staterooms do not), floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors that open to a veranda with lounge seating, sitting area with sofa, 20-inch TV, bathroom with shower, mini-bar, telephone, thermostat-controlled air-conditioning, 24-hour room service, and hairdryer. Some sitting areas include a sofa bed. Note: Some staterooms of this category have smaller verandas that are semi-private.
Concierge Class Veranda Stateroom
Stateroom Area approx.: 191 sq. ft.| Veranda Area: 41 sq. ft. Two lower beds that convert to a queen-size bed (some staterooms do not), floor-to-ceiling glass doors that open to a veranda with lounge seating, sitting area with sofa, 32" TV, vanity, bathroom with shower, Hansgrohe massaging showerhead, mini-bar, 24-hour room service, thermostat-controlled air-conditioning, safe, telephone and hairdryer. Additional concierge class indulgences include: priority check-in, welcome sparkling wine, daily hors d'oeuvres, pillow menu, dining and seating preference.
$ 2,928
Aqua Class Veranda Stateroom
Stateroom Area approx.: 194 sq. ft. | Veranda Area: 54 sq. ft. Features: Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors. Sitting area with sofa. Two beds convertible to queen-size; Vanity; TV; Veranda. Designed for the ultimate spa enthusiast. Available only on Celebrity Cruises, these serene staterooms, each with a private veranda, are located high above it all, nestled comfortably close to the AquaSpa by Elemis Relaxation Room, the Solarium and the Persian Garden. And dine in your own restaurant, Blu, featuring health-conscious dishes.
$ 3,324
Sky Suite
Stateroom Area approx.: 251 sq. ft. | Veranda Area: 57 sq. ft. Two lower beds convertible to a queen-size bed, sitting area, some with sofa bed and lounge chair, entertainment center with 20-inch interactive TV with VCR and DVD player, floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors that open to a veranda with lounge seating, bath with shower/tub combination, mini-bar, thermostat-controlled air-conditioning, safe, telephone and hairdryer. Celebrity's Suite Indulgences include welcome champagne, priority embarkation, luggage delivery, dining room seating preference, ...
$ 4,262
Aqua Sky Suite
Size: 254 sq.ft. Balcony: 57 sq.ft. Total: 311 sq.ft. Plush Frette bathrobes, slippers, towels. King-sized Cashmere™ Mattress. Interactive television system. Mini-fridge. Individual safe. Hair dryer.
As an AquaClass Sky Suite guest, you’ll also enjoy a long list of thoughtfully curated amenities combining the best of AquaClass and access to The Retreat. Wellness is so fundamental to the cruise line's philosophy, Celebrity offers an entire guest experience around it with the AquaClass® staterooms and now, they’ve added suites to this category.
Celebrity Suite
Size: 467 sq.ft. with Veranda
Two lower beds that convert to one queen-sized bed, floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows, separate living room with dining area and a glass-enclosed sitting area, two entertainment centers with VCRs and flat-screen TVs, music center, Internet station, private bathroom with whirlpool tub and shower, walk-in closet with vanity table, 100% Egyptian cotton towels, complimentary use of Frette bathrobes, minibar, direct-dial telephone and voicemail, thermostat-controlled air-conditioning, individual safe, hairdryer, and more.
$ 8,462
Royal Suite
Size: 538 sq.ft. Veranda: 195 sq.ft.
Two lower beds that convert to one queen-sized bed, floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors opening to a private balcony with whirlpool tub, separate living room with dining and sitting area, two entertainment centers with VCRs and flat-screen TVs, music center, Internet station, private bathroom with whirlpool tub and stall shower, walk-in closet, 100% Egyptian cotton towels, complimentary use of Frette bathrobes, minibar, direct-dial telephone and voicemail, thermostat-controlled air-conditioning, individual safe, hairdryer, and more
$ 8,062
Penthouse Suite
Size: 1430 sq.ft. Veranda: 1100 sq.ft.
A master bedroom with two lower beds that convert to one queen-sized bed, floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors opening to a private balcony, separate living room and dining room, foyer, baby grand piano, butler's pantry, exercise equipment, two interactive audio/visual entertainment centers with DVDs and flat-screen TVs, two VCRs, music center, Internet station, outbound fax machine, private marble master bathroom with whirlpool tub and separate shower, powder room with shower, dressing room with vanity, motorized draperies, 100% Egyptian cotton towels
All prices are per person, double occupancy, and include all meals, accommodations and entertainment!
Taxes of $142.73pp, gratuities, and optional insurance are additional.
A deposit of $550 per person ($750 for Suites) is required upon booking. Balance payment is due 90 days prior to sailing.
A service gratuity will be automatically applied to each guest’s SeaPass account on a daily basis:
• Inside, Ocean View, and Veranda staterooms: US$ 18 per guest, per day
• Concierge Class and AquaClass staterooms:US$ 18.50 per guest, per day
• The Retreat Suites:US$ 23 per guest, per day
Optional shore excursions will be offered.
Prices are cruise only and DO NOT INCLUDE return airfare! Please ask for airfare add-ons back to your home city.
Fares are subject to availability and may change without prior notice.
Also included are the traditional gay group cruise escort and activities, subject to minimum participation.
Traveling alone? Ask about our single roommate share program to help you avoid the single supplement of 100% of the per person double occupancy rate.
Please ask for further details.
Two Perks Fares! Book any non-suite category and receive the following two perks: Classic beverage packages and unlimited onboard internet packages!
Suite deal! Book a Suite and get all the following perks: complimentary Premium beverage packages, unlimited onboard ‘stream’ internet packages, and an onboard credit of $300 per person!
