August Cruises: Best Cruises in August 2024 & 2025

Make summer memories that will last a lifetime on an August cruise with Celebrity. Sail the glamorous coasts of Italy, France, and Spain, a feast of glorious architecture, exquisite art, and gelato in every shade of the rainbow. Or head for Greece for endless sandy beaches and breathtaking antiquities. Further north, take in the dramatic landscapes and cool cities of Iceland.

August is still a great time to cruise Alaska, with bears fishing for spawning salmon and opportunities for hiking, kayaking, and flightseeing over vast, creaking glaciers. If you’re in the mood for the warmth of the tropics, head to the blissful islands of The Bahamas, Grand Cayman, and Cozumel, surrounded by dazzling reefs. In August, you can also visit the Galapagos Islands, thrilling at any time of the year, for close encounters with the sea lions, iguanas, and giant tortoises that inhabit these wild, volcanic islands.

Featured August Cruise Destinations

Italy, France & Spain

Enjoy a sun-drenched adventure to some of Europe’s most glamorous ports in August. Explore sleepy medieval hill villages in Provence, or wander through the winding lanes of the Cinque Terre fishing hamlets, spilling over impossibly steep cliffs. Marvel at the ruins of Pompeii and the extraordinary art treasures of the Vatican. Sample tapas in the sunshine in Palma, Mallorca’s elegant capital, and make time before or after your cruise to explore Barcelona’s wonderful art nouveau architecture.

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Alaska

On our August cruises to Alaska, choose from four thrilling itineraries and multiple sailing dates. Cruise from Seattle, Seward, or Vancouver and spend seven nights sailing through the rugged beauty of the last frontier. Go whale watching in the spectacular Kenai Fjords National Park. Ride an ATV in Icy Strait Point or fish for salmon in Sitka. Head to a private island for the chance to see brown bears and sea otters before dining on a local feast.

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Greece

On a cruise to Greece, admire the graceful Parthenon in Athens and feast on seafood in Thessaloniki. Shop for island fashions in the whitewashed alleys of Mykonos Town, and soak up Santorini’s fiery sunsets. Travel back through time, from the archaeological site of Olympia, near Katakolon, to medieval Rhodes Town, and the elegant Venetian mansions lining Chania’s old harbor. Make time for the white sandy beaches of Zakynthos and swimming in the crystal-clear waters off Hydra.

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Bimini, Grand Cayman & Mexico

Bask in the warmth of the tropical sun on a cruise to unforgettable ports like Grand Cayman, Cozumel, and Bimini. Admire the marine life at Grand Cayman’s Stingray City, or stroll the magnificent Seven Mile Beach. In Cozumel, snorkel among shoals of tropical fish over rainbow-colored corals, taste tequila, or take a day trip to the clifftop Mayan city of Tulum. Tiny Bimini is the place to unwind on pure white sands and swim in water that’s an almost unbelievable shade of turquoise.

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The Galapagos

All-included August cruises to the Galapagos satisfy all kinds of travelers, from nature and animal lovers to adventure seekers. A certified naturalist will be your guide, and you’ll get deep knowledge of this exotic and enticing destination while on board. All of our Galapagos cruises come with guided excursions, gourmet food and drinks, and much more. Snorkel alongside sea turtles, board a Zodiac and spot blue-footed boobies, and end the day with a delectable meal.

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Iceland

Follow the routes of the stark, volcanic landscapes of Iceland, shaped by fire and ice. Bathe in the healing waters of the Blue Lagoon outside Reykjavik and join a trip from Akureyri to spot whales. Admire Iceland’s thundering waterfalls, creaking glaciers, and steaming geysers.

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