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Western Mediterranean from Barcelona with the EXPLORA II

Western Mediterranean from Barcelona with the EXPLORA II

4th May 25, 9 nights - Southern Europe, Spain , Western Mediterranean, Andalusia, Mediterranean, Costa del Sol, Portugal, Africa, Costa de la Luz, Morocco, Catalonia, Costa de Lisboa, North Africa
EXPLORA II
  • An Ultimate All Inclusive Luxury Experience Including Fine Wines & Premium Spirits
  • Eight Distinct Culinary Experiences, Including in-suite Dining
  • Complimentary High Speed Wifi Throughout The Ship
from £3,720 pp
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Eastern Mediterranean from Athens with the EXPLORA I

Eastern Mediterranean from Athens with the EXPLORA I

28th Apr 25, 7 nights - Eastern Mediterranean, Mediterranean, Greece, Southern Europe, Greek Islands, Turkey, Mykonos
EXPLORA I
  • An Ultimate All Inclusive Luxury Experience Including Fine Wines & Premium Spirits
  • Eight Distinct Culinary Experiences, Including in-suite Dining
  • Complimentary High Speed Wifi Throughout The Ship
from £3,060 pp
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Mediterranean from Athens with the EXPLORA I

Mediterranean from Athens with the EXPLORA I

30th Aug 24, 7 nights - Mediterranean, Southern Europe, Eastern Mediterranean, Adriatic Sea, Greece, Western Mediterranean, Italy, Greek Islands, Dalmatian Coast, Corfu, Southern Italy, Croatia
EXPLORA I
  • An Ultimate All Inclusive Luxury Experience Including Fine Wines & Premium Spirits
  • Eight Distinct Culinary Experiences, Including in-suite Dining
  • Complimentary High Speed Wifi Throughout The Ship
from £3,150 pp
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Western Mediterranean from Barcelona with the EXPLORA II

Western Mediterranean from Barcelona with the EXPLORA II

25th Oct 24, 11 nights - Southern Europe, Western Mediterranean, Mediterranean, Spain , North Africa, Valencian Community, Costa del Sol, Andalusia, Portugal, Africa, Mallorca, Balearic Islands, Morocco, Catalonia, Costa de Lisboa
EXPLORA II
  • An Ultimate All Inclusive Luxury Experience Including Fine Wines & Premium Spirits
  • Eight Distinct Culinary Experiences, Including in-suite Dining
  • Complimentary High Speed Wifi Throughout The Ship
from £3,995 pp
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Eastern Mediterranean from Athens with the EXPLORA I

Eastern Mediterranean from Athens with the EXPLORA I

16th Aug 24, 7 nights - Greece, Southern Europe, Eastern Mediterranean, Mediterranean, Greek Islands, Turkey, Mykonos
EXPLORA I
  • An Ultimate All Inclusive Luxury Experience Including Fine Wines & Premium Spirits
  • Eight Distinct Culinary Experiences, Including in-suite Dining
  • Complimentary High Speed Wifi Throughout The Ship
from £3,150 pp
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Eastern Mediterranean from Athens with the EXPLORA I

Eastern Mediterranean from Athens with the EXPLORA I

14th Oct 24, 8 nights - Mediterranean, Eastern Mediterranean, Greece, Southern Europe, Greek Islands, Santorini, Turkey
EXPLORA I
  • An Ultimate All Inclusive Luxury Experience Including Fine Wines & Premium Spirits
  • Eight Distinct Culinary Experiences, Including in-suite Dining
  • Complimentary High Speed Wifi Throughout The Ship
from £4,230 pp
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EXPLORA India's Golden Triangle, Taj & Tigers & Luxury Dubai & Emirates

EXPLORA India's Golden Triangle, Taj & Tigers & Luxury Dubai & Emirates

5th Dec 25, 16 nights - Middle East, Persian Gulf, United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Saudi Arabia
EXPLORA I
  • An Ultimate All Inclusive Luxury Experience Including Fine Wines & Premium Spirits
  • Eight Distinct Culinary Experiences, Including in-suite Dining
  • Complimentary High Speed Wifi Throughout The Ship
from £4,799 pp
Including flight
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Western Mediterranean from Barcelona with the EXPLORA I

Western Mediterranean from Barcelona with the EXPLORA I

29th Nov 24, 11 nights - Transatlantic & Repositioning, Spain , Southern Europe, Mediterranean, Western Mediterranean, Canary Islands, Andalusia, Barbados, Southern Caribbean, Caribbean, Costa de la Luz, Catalonia
EXPLORA I
  • An Ultimate All Inclusive Luxury Experience Including Fine Wines & Premium Spirits
  • Eight Distinct Culinary Experiences, Including in-suite Dining
  • Complimentary High Speed Wifi Throughout The Ship
from £2,760 pp
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Western Mediterranean from Barcelona with the EXPLORA II

Western Mediterranean from Barcelona with the EXPLORA II

5th Nov 24, 10 nights - Transatlantic & Repositioning, Caribbean, Southern Europe, Spain , Catalonia, Mediterranean, Western Mediterranean, Madeira, Portugal, Barbados, Southern Caribbean
EXPLORA II
  • An Ultimate All Inclusive Luxury Experience Including Fine Wines & Premium Spirits
  • Eight Distinct Culinary Experiences, Including in-suite Dining
  • Complimentary High Speed Wifi Throughout The Ship
from £2,500 pp
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Caribbean from Barbados with the EXPLORA II

Caribbean from Barbados with the EXPLORA II

28th Feb 25, 7 nights - Caribbean, Southern Caribbean, Trinidad and Tobago, Eastern Caribbean, Saint Lucia, Canada, Barbados, North America, Granada, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Puerto Rico
EXPLORA II
  • An Ultimate All Inclusive Luxury Experience Including Fine Wines & Premium Spirits
  • Eight Distinct Culinary Experiences, Including in-suite Dining
  • Complimentary High Speed Wifi Throughout The Ship
from £2,880 pp
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Mediterranean from Fusina (Venice) with the EXPLORA I

Mediterranean from Fusina (Venice) with the EXPLORA I

9th Aug 24, 7 nights - Southern Europe, Mediterranean, Eastern Mediterranean, Adriatic Sea, Greece, Western Mediterranean, Italy, Dalmatian Coast, Southern Italy, Montenegro, Croatia
EXPLORA I
  • An Ultimate All Inclusive Luxury Experience Including Fine Wines & Premium Spirits
  • Eight Distinct Culinary Experiences, Including in-suite Dining
  • Complimentary High Speed Wifi Throughout The Ship
from £3,300 pp
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Africa from Safaga with the EXPLORA I

Africa from Safaga with the EXPLORA I

21st Feb 26, 10 nights - Egypt, Africa, Greece, Mediterranean, Middle East, Red Sea, Suez Canal, Eastern Mediterranean, Southern Europe, Israel, Greek Islands, Jordan
EXPLORA I
  • An Ultimate All Inclusive Luxury Experience Including Fine Wines & Premium Spirits
  • Eight Distinct Culinary Experiences, Including in-suite Dining
  • Complimentary High Speed Wifi Throughout The Ship
from £4,375 pp
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Middle East from Safaga with the EXPLORA I

Middle East from Safaga with the EXPLORA I

12th Feb 26, 9 nights - Egypt, Red Sea, Middle East, Africa, Jordan, Saudi Arabia
EXPLORA I
  • An Ultimate All Inclusive Luxury Experience Including Fine Wines & Premium Spirits
  • Eight Distinct Culinary Experiences, Including in-suite Dining
  • Complimentary High Speed Wifi Throughout The Ship
from £3,950 pp
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Middle East from Dubai with the EXPLORA I

Middle East from Dubai with the EXPLORA I

1st Feb 26, 11 nights - Middle East, Red Sea, Oman, Africa, Saudi Arabia, Persian Gulf, Egypt, United Arab Emirates
EXPLORA I
  • An Ultimate All Inclusive Luxury Experience Including Fine Wines & Premium Spirits
  • Eight Distinct Culinary Experiences, Including in-suite Dining
  • Complimentary High Speed Wifi Throughout The Ship
from £4,035 pp
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Western Mediterranean from Tarragona with the EXPLORA II

Western Mediterranean from Tarragona with the EXPLORA II

23rd Sep 24, 7 nights - Southern Europe, Mediterranean, Western Mediterranean, France, Italy, Western Europe, Costa Dorada, Costa Smeralda, Corsica, Côte d'Azur, Sardenia, Spain , Catalonia
EXPLORA II
  • An Ultimate All Inclusive Luxury Experience Including Fine Wines & Premium Spirits
  • Eight Distinct Culinary Experiences, Including in-suite Dining
  • Complimentary High Speed Wifi Throughout The Ship
from £3,150 pp
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Explora Journeys

Combining lavish comforts with immersive experiences, this cruise line offers a revitalized vision of seafaring elegance. Revel in the charm of untouched destinations, indulge in culinary masterpieces inspired by local traditions, and experience onboard grandeur that sets a new benchmark. See what's included in your voyage and embark on an unforgettable journey tailor-made for the refined explorer.

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Benefits of cruising with Explora Journey

What’s included in your Journey

  • In-suite welcome bottle of champagne upon arrival
  • A bottle of wine and a bottle of spirit of the guests’ choice upon arrival
  • Authentic, cultured and intuitive service from our team of hospitality experts
  • Nine distinct culinary experiences, including in-suite dining
  • Access to the spa thermal area
  • Wellbeing and fitness programmes on board and at the destinations
  • All on-board gratuities
  • Unlimited, high-speed Wi-Fi throughout the ship
  • Shuttle services from the port to the city centre (where required/available)
  • Unlimited beverages, fine wines and premium spirits, speciality coffees, teas and soft drinks available anytime, including in-suite mini-bar*

Explora Journeys Highlights

DINING

Offering delectable dishes, curated menus and exceptional service, dining onboard an Explora Journeys cruise is anything but ordinary. From effortlessly flexible options in the Emporium Marketplace to immersive culinary experiences in Sakura, Explora Journeys truly brings guests on an epic journey of international flavours. Feel nourished from sunup to sundown with an array of fresh fruits, artisanal pastries, perfectly baked pizza and slow-cooked meats – and much more – available whenever cravings emerge. For romantic evenings out, head to Fil Rouge, a French-inspired restaurant offering the superb ambiance for intimacy. Those wishing for more exclusivity, make sure to check out the chic Med Yacht Club for a medley of Mediterranean favourites.

ENTERTAINMENT

Providing entertainment and enrichment like no other, Explora Journeys offers guests a one-of-a-kind experience on the sea. Designed to stimulate the mind, body and soul, cruisers can look forward to unique events, such as melodic storytelling accompanied by live music, as well as themed disco dance nights at the Inferno. At midnight, guests will partake in Bal Mythos, a mystical celebration led by resident musicians of the ship. In between events sparking connectedness between guests, make sure to enjoy a handcrafted cocktail at the swanky Explora Lounge for optimal ocean views.

THINGS TO DO

From invigorating wellness rituals to enriching classes, you will surely find your bliss onboard an Explora Journeys cruise. For yogis and those alike, enjoy daily Sundial Salutations, ocean meditation and access to the Sports Court for a full body recharge. Learn fascinating skills at sea with an assortment of classes, such as photography, song writing, cooking and mixology. Expand your mind with The Creative’s Journey, where expert guests share exciting insight across theatre and cinema topics. From book clubs to basket weaving, guests will be delighted by the thoughtful stimuli. Of course, traditionalists can relax at the Astern Pool & Bar for a refreshing dip, sunny rays and chilled beverages. 

FAMILY

Though the target market for Explora Journeys are retirees and those over 55+ years of age, the luxury cruise line accommodates large families and other niche markets. Guests with small children are welcome on Explora Journey and even offer a special dedicated children’s programme to entertain young passengers throughout their journey. Solo passengers can also expect attentive services with specialised events for mingling with fellow shipmates. Lastly, those looking for a child-free cruise experience will be pleased with several adults-only areas located within the ships.

Explora Journeys Cruise Types

FAQs about Explora Journeys

We have put together the following FAQs. We hope that you will be able to find an answer to your question below, but if require further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact our customer service team.

When was the first sailing of Explora Journeys? 

Explora Journeys launched in the summer of 2023 with Explora I’s maiden voyage having taken place on July 17, 2023. She departed from Southampton in the UK and sailed to Northern Europe in route to Denmark.

What is the average capacity of passengers on Explora Journeys Cruises?

The passenger capacity on Explora I is 922 guests, however, very little information has been released for the remaining 5 ships in the fleet.

When will other ships in the fleet debut?

Explora II, III, IV, V and VI is scheduled to debut in 2024, 2026, 2027 and 2028 respectively, with both Explora IV and V debuting in 2027.

Are children allowed on Explora Journeys Cruises?  

Yes, children are allowed on Explora Journeys Cruises and very much welcome, as they offer special child-friendly spaces onboard.

Are singles and solo passengers permitted on Explora Journeys Cruises? 

Yes, singles and solo passengers are permitted on Explora Journeys Cruises, however, please note that the suites are designed for double occupancy and may incur a supplement charge for solo guests.

Is there Wi-Fi on Explora Journeys Cruises? 

Yes, Wi-Fi is complimentary onboard Explora Journeys Cruises, however, you may experience disruptions at times due to weak signals at sea.

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Booking an extensive journey? Guests will be happy to know laundry services are available onboard Explora Journeys cruises. As for formal nights, guests can leave their ballgowns and tuxedos at home, as Explora Journeys does not offer any formal nights. However, guests are recommended to follow an ‘Elegant Resort Casual Style’, but are not required to, as they do not have an official dress code onboard.

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