Celebrity Cruises’ new river boats – Celebrity Compass and Celebrity Seeker – will set sail in 2027 on the Rhine and Danube rivers.
“Celebrity River Cruises ships will be the most innovative on the river, with a patent-pending industry-leading design that offers more space to vacation while bringing guests event closer to destinations,” said Laura Hodges Bethge, president, Celebrity Cruises.
Celebrity Compass and Celebrity Seeker feature the intuitive design the brand is known for. Design details include:
- open decks that maximize usable outdoor space and deliver 360-degree views
- Magic Edge – the first-ever cantilevered dining pods
- a top-deck bar and grille
- innovative shade structures
- infinity-edge plunge pool
- Infinite Veranda concept, made famous on Celebrity’s Edge Series ocean ships
Vista Balcony Suite. Images courtesy of Celebrity Cruises.
The boats offer five boutique stateroom categories across 86 keys, all featuring residential interior design, king-sized beds, and a variety of in-room amenities (complimentary stocked mini bars, luxury linens, bathrobes, slippers, etc.). The categories include the first-ever Skylight Infinite Balcony Suites, which have a separate living area and ceiling window, and the Vista Balcony Suites and Balcony staterooms, which have an enhanced design that delivers more usable outdoor space.
The boats also have eight restaurants and bars, including Celebrity-favorite venues Martini Bar, Sunset Bar and Café Al Bacio.
In addition, Celebrity Compass and Celebrity Seeker feature a lightweight versatile hull design that improves river navigation. Their design also reflects the company’s decades-long commitment to sustainability. The boats are equipped with the best-in-class hybrid propulsion system, as well as waste management systems and advanced technology to reduce noise and vibration.
The inaugural river cruise season will consist of 33 seven-night sailings on the Rhine and Danube, which will take passengers through the heart of Europe’s culture, history and cities. On-land experiences available will range from wine tastings in Austria to thermal baths in Budapest or cycling the riverbanks of the Danube.
Priority Booking Access for the two river boats opened on September 3, 2025 and closed September 4, 2025 due to unprecedented demand.
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