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Celebrity Cruises is officially setting sail into new waters—literally. Beginning September 3, 2025, at 9 a.m. EDT, travelers can secure Priority Booking Access for the highly anticipated launch of Celebrity River Cruises. By placing a fully refundable $500 deposit, guests gain exclusive early access to book a 2027 sailing before it opens to the general public.
Designed to traverse Europe’s legendary Danube and Rhine rivers, Celebrity River Cruises marks the brand’s first foray into river cruising. The inaugural season promises a premium travel experience that channels the luxury and innovation of Celebrity’s acclaimed Edge Series ocean ships, now translated into an intimate river cruise setting.
“We are excited to offer guests the chance to experience the first-ever Celebrity River Cruises vacations in 2027 with Priority Booking Access. Guests will enjoy the warm hospitality Celebrity is known for, on innovative ships, with land experiences unlike any other.”
– Laura Hodges Bethge, president of Celebrity Cruises
Sailing through the heart of Europe, guests will visit culturally rich cities while enjoying a fully inclusive cruise fare that covers all meals, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, Wi-Fi, onboard experiences, and a curated shore excursion each day. Additional pre- and post-cruise extensions in cities like Prague and Budapest will be available when full itineraries go on sale in 2026.
What sets Celebrity River Cruises apart is its signature service-first approach paired with European charm. With sleek ship designs offering 360-degree panoramic views, every moment onboard is tailored to immerse travelers in the journey itself. Expect locally inspired cuisine, thoughtfully curated excursions, and the kind of attention to detail that defines “The Celebrity Way.”
For those eager to be part of this groundbreaking debut, now’s the time to act. To place your deposit and gain Priority Booking Access, visit http://www.celebritycruises.com/river, call 1-833-474-8803, visit a Future Cruise desk onboard a Celebrity ship, or contact your trusted travel advisor.
Europe awaits—and Celebrity River Cruises is ready to show it to you like never before.
