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Crete's Agios Nikolaos joins Celestyal Cruises Mediterranean route

Tuesday, 16 June 2026/Source: Flashnews/1 min read

The port of Agios Nikolaos, on the eastern coast of Crete, has been added to Celestyal Cruises' 7-day Mediterranean itineraries, marking a significant step for the town as a cruise destination. This inclusion brings regular cruise ship calls to one of Crete's most picturesque harbor towns, known for its Venetian port, the lake of Voulismeni, and easy access to the archaeological site of Gournia and the Lassithi Plateau. Local authorities have confirmed ongoing investment in port infrastructure to accommodate the increased traffic. For visitors arriving by cruise ship, Agios Nikolaos offers a compact, walkable center with tavernas, boutiques, and the Agios Nikolaos Archaeological Museum within short distance of the dock. Travelers on eastern Crete itineraries should check Celestyal's updated 2025-2026 schedules to see whether Agios Nikolaos features as a port of call.

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