Celestyal Offers Unique New Tours Through National Geographic

Boutique cruise line Celestyal is offering seven new and unique tours for its guests through National Geographic. Each one- and half-day tour gives guests a uniquely authentic experience when touring in Greece and Croatia. The National Geographic Day Tours are ready to book for shore-based experiences while sailing with the luxury cruise line. Meanwhile, their guides will immerse travelers in local culture, offering special access and expert knowledge through National Geographic. In each case, they will encounter people and places central to the itineraries.

National Geographic Day Tours for Celestyal guests

The new immersive tours are available throughout itineraries that make a port stop into the following destinations:

Day tours of Athens, Greece

This tour reveals the history of the Olympic Games, from the start of the games through to Athens 2004. While touring, travelers can trace the evolution of the games while enjoying an in-depth tour of Olympic sites. Moreover, they will learn how ancient Greek athletes continue to inspire the country today. During the tour, guests will have the opportunity to meet a former Olympic athlete during an exclusive viewing at the Olympics Sports Complex.

History in Dubrovnik, Croatia

In Dubrovnik, guests will enjoy a tour of Croatia’s Konvale region to learn about silk production and the tradition of beautiful Konvale embroidery. Meanwhile, locals are keeping the art form of traditional embroidery alive for future generations.

On another tour, guests will cruise Mali Ston Bay to visit a working oyster farm. Here, they will learn the benefits and favors of oyster farming, while experiencing the ecological benefits of oyster agriculture straight from the source.

On another Dubrovnik tour, guests will explore the city’s landmarks and hidden gems with a National Geographic photography guide. Each will get to experience the highlights through their own lens. Starting from St. Lawrence Fortress, they will take photographs of Pile Gate, Old Town Market, Stradun, Rector’s Palace and Jesuit Stairs.

Off the beaten path in Rhodes, Greece

What better way to explore than on a 4×4 vehicle, taking an off-the-beaten-path tour of Rhodes? A local guide accompanies guests while sharing firsthand knowledge of the local culture, flora and fauna of the gorgeous Greek Island.

On another tour, guests can explore the fascinating world of bees by visiting the Bee Museum of Rhodes. Here, they will learn how bees are among the most important living organisms in the world. Moreover, guests can sample the delicious local honey and visit an active apiary to explore a bee colony.

On a marine biology tour, guests will learn the story behind Blutopia. This small family business is trying to keep young scientists on their home island, to protect the natural marine environment of Rhodes.

More about the National Geographic tours

It is important to note that all National Geographic Day Tours meet the Global Sustainable Tourism Council criteria. Every tour that is booked goes to support the global nonprofit National Geographic Society in its efforts to protect and reveal the world through exploration, education and research.

Speaking of the National Geographic Day Tours, Lee Haslett, Chief Commercial Officer at Celestyal said:

These unmissable new shore excursions, offered through National Geographic Tours, are the perfect addition to Celestyal’s on-shore experiences. Led by expert guides, they showcase the rich cultural and natural heritage of each destination, while also contributing to sustainable tourism practices worldwide.

Find out more about cruises with Celestyal on the company’s website here. Readers can learn more about all National Geographic Day Tours on the official website.