The Celestyal Discovery is now operational for Celestyal Cruises. After being acquired by the cruise line in late 2023, the ship has begun its inaugural season.
Assuming the program originally announced for the Celestyal Olympia, the Discovery will offer a series of three- and four-night cruises to the Greek Islands and Türkiye.
On its maiden voyage, the ship offers Celestyal's "Iconic Aegean" itinerary. The three-night cruise departs from Piraeus and includes visits to Mykonos, Patmos, Santorini, and Kusadasi, where passengers can also embark.
During its inaugural season with Celestyal, the Celestyal Discovery will also visit other destinations in the region, including Rhodes and Heraklion.
Discovery's 2024 program runs until mid-November, when the ship will enter a four-month winter rest period. Upon resuming service, it will offer seven-night cruises in 2025, including the "Three Continents" itinerary, with several sailings scheduled for November and December, including visits to five destinations in Israel, Turkey, Cyprus, Greece, and Egypt, such as Ashdod, Kusadasi, Limassol, Rhodes, and Port Said.
Originally built for Carnival Corporation's AIDA Cruises, the Celestyal Discovery first entered service in 2003 as the AIDAaura and prior to entering service for Celestyal, the ship underwent a refurbishment in Greece, which included the addition of new decor and the creation of new features and public areas.
The 42,400-ton ship now offers a selection of seven bars and four restaurants, as well as facilities including a pool deck and a full-service spa. It is a mid-sized vessel with 633 cabins, 62 of which have private balconies.
The ship's dimensions allow for itineraries that offer a "unique mix of iconic destinations and hidden gems," the company added.
The Discovery is the second ship to enter service for Celestyal Cruises since 2023. After being acquired from Seajets, the Celestyal Journey debuted for the company last September.
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