Your Route
| Date | Destination | To | From | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu 30/09/27 | Palma de Majorca, Spain | 22:00 | ||
| Fri 01/10/27 | (at sea) | |||
| 1 | Sat 02/10/27 | Palermo (Sicily), Italy | 09:00 | 18:30 |
| 2 | Sun 03/10/27 | Syracuse (Sicily), Italy | 08:00 | 14:00 |
| 3 | Mon 04/10/27 | Katakolon (Olympia), Greece | 10:00 | 19:00 |
| 4 | Tue 05/10/27 | Piraeus (Athens), Greece | 11:30 | 20:00 |
| Wed 06/10/27 | (at sea) | |||
| 5 | Thu 07/10/27 | Istanbul, Turkey | 08:00 | 21:00 |
| Fri 08/10/27 | (at sea) | |||
| 6 | Sat 09/10/27 | Rhodes, Greece | 10:00 | 18:00 |
| Sun 10/10/27 | Antalya, Turkey | 06:00 |
Arrival & Departure Options
The Seascanner Rail&Fly ticket can only be used in conjunction with an international flight to/from a German airport or to/from Salzburg and Basel (for flights to/from Amsterdam, Zurich, Brussels and Vienna, this service is available on request for an additional charge). It applies to DB (Deutsche Bahn) routes from all German stations on all scheduled regular trains (including ICE, IC and EC). Unfortunately, a BahnCard discount cannot be granted. Children (up to and including 14 years of age) travel free of charge when accompanied by their parents/grandparents. The Rail&Fly can be used on the day before the outbound flight and on the day after the return flight.
You will receive a voucher code per person and route after the booking of the Seascanner Rail&Fly ticket. The voucher codes can be reedemed on kreuzfahrtberater.bahnanreise.de by selecting the desired connection from those displayed. You will then receive the digital ticket as a PDF download and/or by e-mail. Nevertheless, you are flexible in your use of the trains (provided you keep the selected route and travel day). The journey must be completed by 10 AM on the following day. Rebooking/cancellation is possible on request. For more information, please visit http://www.kreuzfahrtberater.de/deutsche-bahn.
About AIDAstella
The AIDAstella was built in the Meyer Shipyard in Germany and put into service in 2013 and has been sailing the oceans since then. Just like the three sister ships, AIDAblu, AIDAmar and AIDAstella, the AIDAsol also offers its guests plenty of space for sports, wellness and culinary delights. At a length of about 253 meters, the maximum of 2500 passengers can enjoy recreation, relaxation and adventure.
About AIDA Cruises
The AIDA fleet has been sailing the world's oceans since 1996 and has been very successful on the German cruise market with a casual and informal concept. There is no fixed table order and you are welcome to leave your formal attire at home. AIDA Cruises convinces with a variety of buffets, a good sports program and varied entertainment. The age structure on board is mixed and depends on the destination. Young couples and families in particular quickly find a connection here. AIDA Cruises is very popular with cruise newcomers, but many guests who have once traveled on an AIDA ship also return again and again enthusiastically. German is spoken almost exclusively on board.
AIDAstella facts
- Ship class: Sphinx class, AIDAselection
- Inaugural cruise: 2013
- Home port: Genoa
- Length: 253 metres
- Tonnage: 71.300 GT
- Speed: 23 knots
- Decks: 15
- Passenger: 2.194
- Crew: 620
- Language: German
- Currency: Euro
- Internet: Starlink from SpaceX; internet café and wi-fi available for an extra fee
AIDAstella staterooms
The comfortably furnished staterooms are cheerfully colored and offer comfort when traveling. The interior staterooms are 13.5 sqm, while the oceanview staterooms are between 14 and 16.5 sqm in size. The balcony staterooms offer with 17 to 23 sqm (including balcony) enough space for everything needed on board. Depending on the category, the suites on board are between 28 and 87 sqm in size (including private sundeck). Only the panorama suite does not have a balcony, but a large panoramic front.
Atmosphere on board
On board, guests of all ages feel comfortable. Travelers appreciate the informal and friendly atmosphere aboard the AIDA ships. A varied program as well as many sports activities offer entertainment on board. Although a lot of variety is offered, there is always a quiet place where guests can retire with a good book or a delicious cocktail, the everyday life behind. A good place for a sundowner is the sail-covered Anytime Bar, which becomes a meeting place for all night owls in the evening.
AIDAstella restaurants, bars & lounges
The culinary offering on board AIDAstella includes numerous restaurants with something for everyone. You can expect a culinary variety ranging from traditional to modern dishes.
The following restaurants are already included in the price:
- Bella Donna Restaurant (buffet restaurant): Here you can expect a variety of dishes from the hot and cold buffet as well as delicacies from all regions of Italy.
- Market Restaurant (buffet restaurant): Discover the various "market stalls" and try specialities from all over Europe.
- East Restaurant (buffet restaurant): Savour Asian dishes, from Thailand to Japan.
- Best Burger @ Sea (drinks not included): Enjoy delicious burger creations and customise your favourite burger.
- Brauhaus (drinks not included): Here you will be served hearty dishes, e.g. spaetzle, pork knuckle or dumplings.
You pay a surcharge in the following restaurants:
- Buffalo Steak House: sample tasty grilled specialities, e.g. American beef.
- Rossini gourmet restaurant: Enjoy new creations from top chefs with fresh ingredients every day.
- Sushi Bar: Look forward to Japanese specialities such as miso soup and tuna carpaccio.
Numerous bars and lounges (not included) round out the culinary offerings on board and invite you to spend pleasant hours with your fellow passengers. Enjoy a relaxing cappuccino in the Café Mare, savour delicious cocktails in the AIDA Bar or have an aperitif in the Vinothek. We also recommend the ice cream bar, where you can savour delicious ice cream creations.
Entertainment, Sports and Relaxation
On board you will find a theater with well-staged, changing shows that offer the perfect program for every taste. Particularly popular is the imaginative show "Utopia" with the music of the composer Martin Lingau and charming, futuristic costumes. In the disco of the AIDAstella you can dance the night away under the spangled sky. For sports enthusiasts the large fitness area leaves nothing to be desired. In addition to state-of-the-art cardio and weight training equipment, various workshops and courses are also offered. Of course you will also find a large outdoor area for jogging, ball sports and courses. The tastefully equipped spa offers massages and other treatments, attractive saunas and a relaxation area where you can recharge your batteries. Also on the shore excursions sports activities are offered.
Our Summary
The AIDAstella successfully implements the concept of modern ships. If you value a relaxed atmosphere and a variety of entertainment during your holiday, you will feel well on board the AIDAstella.
Tipps & Infos
Recommendation: Changes of hygiene, test, vaccination or entry requirements may occur shortly prior departure. Some countries require an online registration prior entry, the time limits and regulations vary. We recommend to check the current regulations for travelers and returnees in time prior departure.
Ratings
Our Expert Rating
The AIDAstella successfully implements the concept of modern ships. If you value a relaxed atmosphere and a variety of entertainment during your holiday, you will feel well on board the AIDAstella.
