Celestyal has announced the addition of four new repositioning cruises to the schedule of its 2025-26 winter season in the Arabian Gulf.

The 14-night sailings feature two new countries for the brand, Jordan and Saudi Arabia, as well as four maiden calls: Aqaba in Jordan, Jeddah in Saudi Arabia, Muscat in Oman and Sharm El Sheikh in Egypt.

According to Celestyal, the itineraries will also mark its return to Egypt after a two-year hiatus.

“Last year, we committed to offering our guests even more destinations. Whether they are returning travelers or new to cruising, we welcome everyone with the warm hospitality that is at the heart of our heritage,” said Lee Haslett, chief commercial officer at Celestyal.

“Our tenth anniversary year will be bigger than ever, beginning with extensive renovations across our fleet and an expanded program featuring two new countries, four new ports of call and a long-awaited return to Egypt,” he added.

The announcement comes following Celestyal Journey’s return to Greece yesterday, after an extended maiden season in the Arabian Gulf.

According to the company, bookings were 27 percent above target for the first season, in which the ship homeported in Doha, Qatar, as part of a three-year partnership with the state.

“2024 was a record-breaking year for Celestyal, with our highest-ever bookings. We know this success is thanks to the incredible support of our guests, regional partners, travel agents and staff. As we look ahead, we remain committed to delivering unmissable experiences for our guests,” Haslett said.

The Celestyal Journey and the Celestyal Discovery will offer 14-night cruises from Athens to Abu Dhabi in November 2025.

The itinerary for both ships features calls at Port Said, with maiden calls to Sharm El Sheikh, Aqaba, Jeddah and Muscat, followed by Dubai.

While the Celestyal Discovery arrives in Abu Dhabi for its maiden visit on Dec. 7, the Celestyal Journey arrived at the port in time for the Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix weekend on Dec. 6, 2025.

Both ships will again sail 14-night “Amazing Abu Dhabi to Ancient Athens” repositioning cruises.

The Celestyal Discovery will cruise from Abu Dhabi on Mar. 6, 2026, charting the same return course and arriving back in Athens for its summer season in Greece and the Eastern Mediterranean season. The Celestyal Journey will depart Abu Dhabi on Mar. 21, 2026.

All four cruises will feature several bookable segments ranging between four and 13 nights. Prices start at $339 per person on a four-night voyage, and $1,029 per person on a 14-night cruise, including meals, soft drinks, Wi-Fi, port fees and gratuities.