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An Extended Journey from White Isle Bliss to Soulful Souks/Explora II
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Explora II

An Extended Journey from White Isle Bliss to Soulful Souks - 14 night cruise



Cruise only from €13,774

Price based on lowest available cruise only fare for double occupancy. Subject to change at any time.


Description

Highlights

Gratuities

Dates and Prices

Cabins

Discover EXPLORA II, a beautifully crafted haven, the epitome of vibrant, cosmopolitan European elegance – a floating home-away-from-home

Cruise ID: 34740

Twinned with EXPLORA I for inherent sophistication. A beautifully crafted haven that stimulates the senses and connects us with the ocean.

Gratuities are included in your journey fare.

Date Time Price * Booking
28 July 2025 20:00 €13,774 Call us to book

* Price based on lowest available cruise only fare for double occupancy. Subject to change at any time.

Cabins on Explora II

Ocean Grand Terrace Suite
1-3

Our Ocean Grand Terrace Suites are situated on decks 6 and 7, offering a more spacious private sun terrace featuring a dining table and a daybed, allowing guests to savour the ocean from the comfort of their daybed.

All Ocean Grand Terrace Suites include elegant lounge areas, private refrigerated mini bar – replenished according to the guests' preferences, espresso machine, kettle and tea pot with a complimentary selection of coffee and teas, and feature spacious walk-in wardrobes with a seated vanity area.

Features

  • Oversized floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the sea
  • Lounge area with coffee/dining table
  • In-suite welcome bottle of champagne
  • Private refrigerated minibar, replenished according to the guests' preferences from a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
  • Espresso machine, kettle and tea pot with a complimentary selection of coffee and teas
  • Complimentary personal refillable water bottle for each guest
  • Pair of binoculars for guests' use during their journey
  • Safe accommodating most tablets and laptops

Outdoor

  • Spacious ocean-front terrace with a dining area
  • Comfortable daybed for relaxation

Bedroom

  • Bespoke king-sized bed sleep system - size: 180 x 200 cm (71 x 79 in)
  • Some suites feature twin beds – size: 2 x 90 x 200 cm (35 x 79 in)
  • Down duvets and pillows
  • Fine bed linens
  • Extensive pillow selection
  • Spacious walk-in wardrobe with a seated vanity area

Bathroom

  • Spacious bathroom with a walk-in shower and heated floors
  • Plush bathrobes and bath linens
  • Mandala Blue custom bath toiletries and amenities for Explora Journeys
  • Dyson SupersonicTM hairdryer and illuminated make-up/shaving mirror
  • Some suites feature a bathtub

*All images are a combination of photography and artist renderings.

The artist representations and interior decorations, finishes, and furnishings are provided for illustrative purposes only.

Facilities

  • Double or Twin Configuration
  • King or Twin Configuration
  • Lounge Area
  • Vanity Area
  • Shower
  • Bath
  • Toiletries Provided
  • TV
  • Safe
  • Hair Dryer
  • Telephone
  • Desk
  • Room Service Available
  • Suite Benefits
  • Free Mini Bar
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Coffee Machine
  • Pillow Menu Available

Ocean Terrace Suite
1-3

Our Ocean Terrace Suites are amongst the largest entry-level suites in the industry. Each one has floor-to-ceiling windows, and a private sun terrace featuring a dining table and a daybed, allowing guests to feel closer to the ocean as it carries them on their journey.

All Ocean Terrace Suites include elegant lounge areas, private refrigerated mini bar – replenished according to the guests' preferences, espresso machine, kettle and tea pot with a complimentary selection of coffee and teas, and feature spacious walk-in wardrobes with a seated vanity area.

Features

  • Oversized floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the sea
  • Lounge area with coffee/dining table
  • In-suite welcome bottle of champagne
  • Private refrigerated minibar, replenished according to the guests' preferences from a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
  • Espresso machine, kettle and tea pot with a complimentary selection of coffee and teas
  • Complimentary personal refillable water bottle for each guest
  • Pair of binoculars for guests' use during their journey
  • Safe accommodating most tablets and laptops

Outdoors

  • Spacious oceanfront terrace with a dining area
  • Comfortable daybed for relaxation
  • Terrace Area: 7 sqm

Outdoor

  • Spacious oceanfront terrace with a dining area
  • Comfortable daybed for relaxation
  • Terrace Area: 7 sqm

Bedroom

  • Bespoke king-sized bed sleep system - size: 180 x 200 cm (71 x 79 in)
  • Some suites feature twin beds – size: 2 x 90 x 200 cm (35 x 79 in)
  • Down duvets and pillows
  • Fine bed linens
  • Extensive pillow selection
  • Spacious walk-in wardrobe with a seated vanity area

Bathroom

  • Spacious bathroom with a walk-in shower and heated floors
  • Plush bathrobes and bath linens
  • Mandala Blue custom bath toiletries and amenities for Explora Journeys
  • Dyson SupersonicTM hairdryer and illuminated make-up/shaving mirror
  • Some suites feature a bathtub

*All images are a combination of photography and artist renderings.

The artist representations and interior decorations, finishes, and furnishings are provided for illustrative purposes only.

Facilities

  • Double or Twin Configuration
  • King or Twin Configuration
  • Lounge Area
  • Vanity Area
  • Shower
  • Bath
  • TV
  • Safe
  • Hair Dryer
  • Telephone
  • Desk
  • Toiletries Provided
  • Room Service Available
  • Suite Benefits
  • Free Mini Bar
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Coffee Machine
  • Pillow Menu Available

Grand Penthouse
1-4

The most spacious of our Ocean Penthouses, the Grand Penthouses offer elegant spaces with a separate stylish living area, a comfortable work space, a dining area for four, as well as a separate bedroom with sea views and a spacious walk-in wardrobe with a seated vanity area. The private sun terrace allows guests to unwind and savour the ocean, in the company of friends or one another, featuring a dining table and a daybed.

All Grand Penthouses include elegant lounge areas, private refrigerated mini bar – replenished according to the guests' preferences, espresso machine, kettle and tea pot with a complimentary selection of coffee and teas.

Features

  • Oversized floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the sea
  • Separate living, dining and sleeping areas
  • Spacious lounge area
  • Dining table for 4 guests
  • Spacious work desk area
  • In-suite welcome bottle of champagne
  • Private refrigerated minibar, replenished according to the guests' preferences from a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
  • Espresso machine, kettle and tea pot with a complimentary selection of coffee and teas
  • Complimentary personal refillable water bottle for each guest
  • Pair of binoculars for guests' use during their journey
  • Technogym Case Kit with a smart range of fitness gear
  • Safe accommodating most tablets and laptops

Outdoor

  • Spacious ocean-front terrace with a dining area
  • Comfortable daybed for relaxation

Bedroom

  • Bespoke king-sized bed sleep system - size: 180 x 200 cm (71 x 79 in)
  • Some suites feature twin beds – size: 2 x 90 x 200 cm (35 x 79 in)
  • Double sofa bed
  • Down duvets and pillows
  • Fine bed linens
  • Extensive pillow selection
  • Spacious walk-in wardrobe with a seated vanity area

Bathroom

  • Spacious bathroom with a walk-in shower and heated floors
  • Plush bathrobes and bath linens
  • Mandala Blue custom bath toiletries and amenities for Explora Journeys
  • Dyson SupersonicTM hairdryer and illuminated make-up/shaving mirror

*All images are a combination of photography and artist renderings.

The artist representations and interior decorations, finishes, and furnishings are provided for illustrative purposes only.

Facilities

  • King or Twin Configuration
  • Lounge Area
  • Dining Area
  • Vanity Area
  • Shower
  • Toiletries Provided
  • TV
  • Safe
  • Hair Dryer
  • Telephone
  • Desk
  • Bath
  • Sofa Bed
  • Room Service Available
  • Suite Benefits
  • Free Mini Bar
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Coffee Machine
  • Pillow Menu Available

Owner's Residence
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The iconic Owner's Residence creates the largest living space on-board, with multiple harmonious indoor and outdoor spaces in which to relax, entertain and unwind, including dedicated private butler services by the Residence Manager.

Stand in awe of the panoramic ocean views from your expansive private terrace – extending over the full ship's aft width – with a spacious infinity whirlpool and elegant outdoor dining and lounging areas exquisitely designed by Manutti.

Every aspect of the ambiance of the Owner's Residence reflects the meticulous curation of all details, conscious at all times of our commitment to sustainability; curated and handpicked decorative elements, sofas and chairs are by Knoll and Molteni & C, and sophisticated lighting solutions designed by Astep.

The Owner's Residence features an expansive stylishly decorated living area, a comfortable dining area for eight guests, a separate spacious bedroom with sea views, including a comfortable working space, an en-suite luxurious marble bathroom sculpted of precious Calacatta marble, with a bathtub a separate shower, a private steam room, and a walk-in wardrobe. The suite also features an additional guest powder room.

Features

  • Dedicated private butler services by the Residence Manager
  • Oversized floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the sea
  • Separate living, dining and sleeping areas
  • Abundant lounge area
  • Dining table for 8 guests
  • Spacious work desk area
  • In-suite welcome bottle of Dom Pérignon
  • Private bar, replenished according to the guests' preferences
  • Espresso machine, kettle and tea pot with a complimentary selection of coffee and teas
  • Complimentary personal refillable water bottle for each guest
  • Pair of binoculars for guests' use during their journey
  • Technogym Bench and Technogym Case Kit for an efficient in-suite fitness experience
  • Safe accommodating most tablets and laptops
  • Butler pantry area

Bedroom

  • Bespoke king-sized bed sleep system - size: 200 x 200 cm (79 x 79 in)
  • Down duvets and pillows
  • Fine bed linens
  • Extensive pillow selection
  • Oversized dressing room
Outdoors

  • Panoramic ocean-front terrace covering the full ship's width, with a private spacious whirlpool, day beds, a dining table, a scenic lounge area, shower

Bathroom

  • Luxurious marble double vanity bathroom
  • Spacious bathtub and separate shower room
  • Private steam room
  • Plush bathrobes and bath linens
  • Mandala Blue custom bath toiletries and amenities for Explora Journeys
  • Dyson SupersonicTM hairdryer and illuminated make-up/shaving mirror

Additional guest powder room

*All images are a combination of photography and artist renderings.

The artist representations and interior decorations, finishes, and furnishings are provided for illustrative purposes only.

Facilities

  • Double or Twin Configuration
  • King or Twin Configuration
  • Second Bedroom
  • Lounge Area
  • Dining Area
  • Vanity Area
  • Shower
  • Bath
  • Whirlpool Bath
  • Toiletries Provided
  • Suite Benefits
  • TV
  • Safe
  • Hair Dryer
  • Telephone
  • Desk
  • Sofa Bed
  • Room Service Available
  • Free Mini Bar
  • Butler Service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Coffee Machine
  • Pillow Menu Available

Retreat Residence
1-4

Our luxurious Retreat Residences offer oversized floor-to-ceiling windows leading onto a spacious sun terrace with a private whirlpool, as well as full spectacular views of the ship's forward part, featuring a privileged view of her navigation to celebrated and off-the-beaten path destinations.

For a true sense of being at home at sea, experience the effortlessly elegant spaces of the Retreat Residences include a stylishly decorated living area, a calm work space, a comfortable dining area for four, as well as a separate spacious bedroom with sea views and a spacious walk-in wardrobe with a seated vanity area. Sofas and chairs are by Molteni & C and the sophisticated lighting solutions are designed by Astep.

Each Retreat Residence includes butler services provided by our Residence Hosts, a private refrigerated mini bar – replenished according to the guests' preferences, espresso machine, kettle and tea pot with a complimentary selection of coffee and teas.

Features

  • Private butler services by our Residence Hosts
  • Oversized floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the sea
  • Separate living, dining and sleeping areas
  • Spacious lounge area
  • Dining table for 4 guests
  • Spacious work desk area
  • In-suite welcome bottle of champagne
  • Private refrigerated minibar, replenished according to the guests' preferences from a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
  • Espresso machine, kettle and tea pot with a complimentary selection of coffee and teas
  • Complimentary personal refillable water bottle for each guest
  • Pair of binoculars for guests' use during their journey
  • Technogym Case Kit with a smart range of fitness gear
  • Safe accommodating most tablets and laptops

Outdoor

  • Spacious ocean-front terrace with private outdoor whirlpool and a dining table

Bedroom

  • Bespoke king-sized bed sleep system - size: 200 x 200 cm (79 x 79 in)
  • Double sofa bed
  • Down duvets and pillows
  • Fine bed linens
  • Extensive pillow selection
  • Spacious walk-in wardrobe with a seated vanity area

Bathroom

  • Luxurious marble bathroom with a bathtub, a separate walk-in shower room and heated floors
  • Plush bathrobes and bath linens
  • Mandala Blue custom bath toiletries and amenities for Explora Journeys
  • Dyson SupersonicTM hairdryer and illuminated make-up/shaving mirror
  • Additional guest powder room

*All images are a combination of photography and artist renderings.

The artist representations and interior decorations, finishes, and furnishings are provided for illustrative purposes only.

Facilities

  • King or Twin Configuration
  • Lounge Area
  • Dining Area
  • Vanity Area
  • Shower
  • Whirlpool Bath
  • Toiletries Provided
  • TV
  • Safe
  • Hair Dryer
  • Telephone
  • Desk
  • Bath
  • Sofa Bed
  • Room Service Available
  • Suite Benefits
  • Free Mini Bar
  • Butler Service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Coffee Machine
  • Pillow Menu Available

Cove Residence
1-4

For a true sense of being at home at sea, experience the effortlessly elegant spaces of the Cove Residences featuring a stylishly decorated living area, a calm work space, a comfortable dining area for four, as well as a separate bedroom with sea views and a spacious walk-in wardrobe with a seated vanity area. Sofas and chairs are by Molteni & C and the sophisticated lighting solutions are designed by Astep. The private sun terrace allows guests to unwind and savour the ocean featuring a private outdoor whirlpool, a dining table and sun loungers.

Each Cove Residence includes butler services provided by our Residence Hosts, a private refrigerated mini bar – replenished according to the guests' preferences, espresso machine, kettle and tea pot with a complimentary selection of coffee and teas.

Features

  • Private butler services by our Residence Hosts
  • Oversized floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the sea
  • Separate living, dining and sleeping area
  • Spacious lounge area
  • Dining table for 4 guests
  • Spacious work desk area
  • In-suite welcome bottle of champagne
  • Private refrigerated minibar, replenished according to the guests' preferences from a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
  • Espresso machine, kettle and tea pot with a complimentary selection of coffee and teas
  • Complimentary personal refillable water bottle for each guest
  • Pair of binoculars for guests' use during their journey
  • Technogym Case Kit with a smart range of fitness gear
  • Safe accommodating most tablets and laptops

Outdoor

  • Spacious ocean-front terrace with private outdoor whirlpool, a dining table and sun loungers or a daybed

Bedroom

  • Bespoke king-sized bed sleep system - size: 180 x 200 cm (71 x 79 in)
  • Some suites feature twin beds – size: 2 x 90 x 200 cm (35 x 79 in)
  • Double sofa bed
  • Down duvets and pillows
  • Fine bed linens
  • Extensive pillow selection
  • Spacious walk-in wardrobe with a seated vanity area

Bathroom

  • Spacious bathroom with walk-in shower and heated floors
  • Plush bathrobes and bath linens
  • Mandala Blue custom bath toiletries and amenities for Explora Journeys
  • Dyson SupersonicTM hairdryer and illuminated make-up/shaving mirror

*All images are a combination of photography and artist renderings.

The artist representations and interior decorations, finishes, and furnishings are provided for illustrative purposes only.

Facilities

  • King or Twin Configuration
  • Lounge Area
  • Dining Area
  • Vanity Area
  • Shower
  • Whirlpool Bath
  • Toiletries Provided
  • TV
  • Safe
  • Hair Dryer
  • Telephone
  • Desk
  • Bath
  • Sofa Bed
  • Room Service Available
  • Suite Benefits
  • Free Mini Bar
  • Butler Service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Coffee Machine
  • Pillow Menu Available

Serenity Residence
1-4

Abundant in space and light, the elegant Serenity Residences feature oversized floor-to-ceiling windows leading onto the expansive panoramic terrace on the ship's aft, including magnificent ocean views, a private outdoor whirlpool, a dining table, relaxing sun beds and a comfortable outdoor lounge designed by Molteni & C.

The Serenity Residences feature a large stylishly decorated living area, a comfortable dining area for four, with sofas and chairs by Molteni & C and sophisticated lighting solutions designed by Astep, as well as a comfortable working space. The separate spacious bedroom with sea views includes a walk-in wardrobe with a seated vanity area and an en-suite luxurious marble bathroom sculpted of precious Calacatta marble, with a bathtub and separate shower.

Each Serenity Residence includes butler services provided by our Residence Hosts, a private refrigerated mini bar – replenished according to the guests' preferences, espresso machine, kettle and tea pot with a complimentary selection of coffee and teas.

Features

  • Private butler services by our Residence Hosts
  • Oversized floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the sea
  • Separate living, dining and sleeping areas
  • Spacious lounge area
  • Dining table for 4 guests
  • Spacious work desk area
  • In-suite welcome bottle of champagne
  • Private refrigerated minibar, replenished according to the guests' preferences from a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
  • Espresso machine, kettle and tea pot with a complimentary selection of coffee and teas
  • Complimentary personal refillable water bottle for each guest
  • Pair of binoculars for guests' use during their journey
  • Technogym Case Kit with a smart range of fitness gear
  • Safe accommodating most tablets and laptops

Outdoor

  • Panoramic ocean-front terrace with private outdoor whirlpool, a dining table, a daybed and sun loungers

Bedroom

  • Bespoke king-sized bed sleep system - size: 180 x 200 cm (71 x 79 in)
  • Some suites feature twin beds – size: 2 x 90 x 200 cm (35 x 79 in)
  • Double sofa bed
  • Down duvets and pillows
  • Fine bed linens
  • Extensive pillow selection
  • Spacious walk-in wardrobe with a seated vanity area

Bathroom

  • Luxurious marble bathroom with a bathtub, a separate walk-in shower room and heated floors
  • Plush bathrobes and bath linens
  • Mandala Blue custom bath toiletries and amenities for Explora Journeys
  • Dyson SupersonicTM hairdryer and illuminated make-up/shaving mirror

*All images are a combination of photography and artist renderings.

The artist representations and interior decorations, finishes, and furnishings are provided for illustrative purposes only.

Facilities

  • King or Twin Configuration
  • Lounge Area
  • Dining Area
  • Shower
  • Bath
  • Whirlpool Bath
  • Toiletries Provided
  • TV
  • Safe
  • Hair Dryer
  • Telephone
  • Desk
  • Sofa Bed
  • Vanity Area
  • Room Service Available
  • Suite Benefits
  • Free Mini Bar
  • Butler Service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Coffee Machine
  • Pillow Menu Available

Cocoon Residence
1-4

Our Cocoon Residences are amongst the most spacious of our Ocean Residences, featuring oversized floor-to-ceiling windows leading onto the expansive panoramic terrace on the ship's coveted aft deck. Here, guests can drink in the spectacular views from their private whirlpool, relax in sun beds or the comfortable outdoor lounge designed by Molteni & C, or enjoy dinner overlooking the ocean.

The Cocoon Residences feature a large stylishly decorated living area, a comfortable dining area for four, with sofas and chairs by Molteni & C and sophisticated lighting solutions designed by Astep, as well as a comfortable working space. The separate spacious bedroom with sea views includes a walk-in wardrobe with a seated vanity area and an en-suite luxurious marble bathroom sculpted of precious Calacatta marble, with a bathtub and separate shower. The suite also features an additional guest powder room.

Each Cocoon Residence includes butler services provided by our Residence Hosts, a private refrigerated mini bar – replenished according to the guests' preferences, espresso machine, kettle and tea pot with a complimentary selection of coffee and teas.

Features

  • Private butler services by our Residence Hosts
  • Oversized floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the sea
  • Separate living, dining and sleeping areas
  • Spacious work desk area
  • Dining table for 4 guests
  • In-suite welcome bottle of champagne
  • Private refrigerated minibar, replenished according to the guests' preferences from a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
  • Espresso machine, kettle and tea pot with a complimentary selection of coffee and teas
  • Complimentary personal refillable water bottle for each guest
  • Pair of binoculars for guests' use during their journey
  • Technogym Bench and Technogym Case Kit for an efficient in-suite fitness experience
  • Safe accommodating most tablets and laptops

Outdoor

  • Panoramic ocean-front terrace, with private outdoor whirlpool, a dining table, a scenic lounge area and sun loungers

Bedroom

  • Bespoke king-sized bed sleep system - size: 200 x 200 cm (79 x 79 in)
  • Double sofa bed
  • Down duvets and pillows
  • Fine bed linens
  • Extensive pillow selection
  • Spacious walk-in wardrobe with a seated vanity area

Bathroom

  • Luxurious marble bathroom with a bathtub, a separate walk-in shower room and heated floors
  • Plush bathrobes and bath linens
  • Mandala Blue custom bath toiletries and amenities for Explora Journeys
  • Dyson SupersonicTM hairdryer and illuminated make-up/shaving mirror
  • Additional guest powder room

*All images are a combination of photography and artist renderings.

The artist representations and interior decorations, finishes, and furnishings are provided for illustrative purposes only.

Facilities

  • King or Twin Configuration
  • Lounge Area
  • Dining Area
  • Vanity Area
  • Shower
  • Bath
  • Whirlpool Bath
  • Toiletries Provided
  • TV
  • Safe
  • Hair Dryer
  • Telephone
  • Desk
  • Sofa Bed
  • Room Service Available
  • Suite Benefits
  • Free Mini Bar
  • Butler Service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Coffee Machine
  • Pillow Menu Available

Premier Penthouse
1-4

The light-filled, luxurious Premier Penthouses are designed for withdrawing in style or entertaining other guests – at a dining table laid for four, in the stylish living area and on the private sun terrace featuring a dining table area and a daybed overlooking the ocean.

All Premier Penthouses include elegant lounge areas, a separate bedroom with spacious walk-in wardrobe and a seated vanity area, private refrigerated mini bar – replenished according to the guests' preferences, espresso machine, kettle and tea pot with a complimentary selection of coffee and teas.

Features

  • Oversized floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the sea
  • Separate living, dining and sleeping areas
  • Spacious lounge area
  • Dining table for 4 guests
  • In-suite welcome bottle of champagne
  • Private refrigerated minibar, replenished according to the guests' preferences from a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
  • Espresso machine, kettle and tea pot with a complimentary selection of coffee and teas
  • Complimentary personal refillable water bottle for each guest
  • Pair of binoculars for guests' use during their journey
  • Technogym Case Kit with a smart range of fitness gear
  • Safe accommodating most tablets and laptops

Outdoor

  • Spacious ocean-front terrace with a dining area
  • Comfortable daybed for relaxation

Bedroom

  • Bespoke king-sized bed sleep system - size: 180 x 200 cm (71 x 79 in)
  • Some suites feature twin beds – size: 2 x 90 x 200 cm (35 x 79 in)
  • Some suites feature a sofa bed
  • Down duvets and pillows
  • Fine bed linens
  • Extensive pillow selection
  • Spacious walk-in wardrobe with a seated vanity area

Bathroom

  • Spacious bathroom with a walk-in shower and heated floors
  • Plush bathrobes and bath linens
  • Mandala Blue custom bath toiletries and amenities for Explora Journeys
  • Dyson SupersonicTM hairdryer and illuminated make-up/shaving mirror

*All images are a combination of photography and artist renderings.

The artist representations and interior decorations, finishes, and furnishings are provided for illustrative purposes only.

Facilities

  • King or Twin Configuration
  • Lounge Area
  • Dining Area
  • Vanity Area
  • Shower
  • Toiletries Provided
  • TV
  • Safe
  • Hair Dryer
  • Telephone
  • Desk
  • Bath
  • Sofa Bed
  • Room Service Available
  • Suite Benefits
  • Free Mini Bar
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Coffee Machine
  • Pillow Menu Available

Deluxe Penthouse
1-4

Flooded with light from the floor-to-ceiling oversized windows, the Deluxe Penthouses offer elegant accommodation and a stylish living area, a separate dining area for four, as well as a work space. The private sun terrace with a dining table and a daybed allows guests to feel closer to the ocean as it carries them on their journey.

All Deluxe Penthouses include elegant lounge areas, private refrigerated mini bar – replenished according to the guests' preferences, espresso machine, kettle and tea pot with a complimentary selection of coffee and teas, and feature spacious walk-in wardrobes with a seated vanity area.

Features

  • Oversized floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the sea
  • Spacious lounge area
  • Dining table for 4 guests
  • Some suites feature a spacious work desk area
  • In-suite welcome bottle of champagne
  • Private refrigerated minibar, replenished according to the guests' preferences from a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
  • Espresso machine, kettle and tea pot with a complimentary selection of coffee and teas
  • Complimentary personal refillable water bottle for each guest
  • Pair of binoculars for guests' use during their journey
  • Technogym Case Kit with a smart range of fitness gear
  • Safe accommodating most tablets and laptops

Outdoor

  • Spacious ocean-front terrace with a dining area
  • Comfortable daybed or lounge chairs for relaxation

Bedroom

  • Bespoke king-sized bed sleep system - size: 180 x 200 cm (71 x 79 in)
  • Some suites feature twin beds – size: 2 x 90 x 200 cm (35 x 79 in)
  • Down duvets and pillows
  • Fine bed linens
  • Extensive pillow selection
  • Spacious walk-in wardrobe with a seated vanity area

Bathroom

  • Spacious bathroom with a walk-in shower and heated floors
  • Plush bathrobes and bath linens
  • Mandala Blue custom bath toiletries and amenities for Explora Journeys
  • Dyson SupersonicTM hairdryer and illuminated make-up/shaving mirror
  • Some suites feature bathtubs

*All images are a combination of photography and artist renderings.

The artist representations and interior decorations, finishes, and furnishings are provided for illustrative purposes only.

Facilities

  • King or Twin Configuration
  • Lounge Area
  • Dining Area
  • Vanity Area
  • Shower
  • Toiletries Provided
  • TV
  • Safe
  • Hair Dryer
  • Telephone
  • Desk
  • Bath
  • Sofa Bed
  • Room Service Available
  • Suite Benefits
  • Free Mini Bar
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Coffee Machine
  • Pillow Menu Available

Penthouse
1-4

Each of our Penthouses offers a spacious living area and a separate dining area for four, allowing guests to entertain others or retreat in style as they see fit. Floor-to ceiling doors lead onto an expansive private sun terrace with a dining table and a daybed for ultimate relaxation at sea.

All Penthouses include elegant lounge areas, private refrigerated mini bar – replenished according to the guests' preferences, espresso machine, kettle and tea pot with a complimentary selection of coffee and teas, and feature spacious walk-in wardrobes with a seated vanity area.

Features

  • Oversized floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the sea
  • Spacious lounge area
  • Dining table for 4 guests
  • In-suite welcome bottle of champagne
  • Private refrigerated minibar, replenished according to the guests' preferences from a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
  • Espresso machine, kettle and tea pot with a complimentary selection of coffee and teas
  • Complimentary personal refillable water bottle for each guest
  • Pair of binoculars for guests' use during their journey
  • Technogym Case Kit with a smart range of fitness gear
  • Safe accommodating most tablets and laptops

Outdoor

  • Spacious ocean-front terrace with a dining area
  • Comfortable daybed for relaxation

Bedroom

  • Bespoke king-sized bed sleep system - size: 180 x 200 cm (71 x 79 in)
  • Some suites feature twin beds – size: 2 x 90 x 200 cm (35 x 79 in)
  • Down duvets and pillows
  • Fine bed linens
  • Extensive pillow selection
  • Spacious walk-in wardrobe with a seated vanity area

Bathroom

  • Spacious bathroom with a walk-in shower and heated floors
  • Plush bathrobes and bath linens
  • Mandala Blue custom bath toiletries and amenities for Explora Journeys
  • Dyson SupersonicTM hairdryer and illuminated make-up/shaving mirror

*All images are a combination of photography and artist renderings.

The artist representations and interior decorations, finishes, and furnishings are provided for illustrative purposes only.

Facilities

  • King or Twin Configuration
  • Lounge Area
  • Dining Area
  • Vanity Area
  • Shower
  • Toiletries Provided
  • Room Service Available
  • TV
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Safe
  • Hair Dryer
  • Telephone
  • Desk
  • Bath
  • Sofa Bed
  • Suite Benefits
  • Free Mini Bar
  • Coffee Machine
  • Pillow Menu Available

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Day 1 Barcelona, Spain

The infinite variety of street life, the nooks and crannies of the medieval Barri Gòtic, the ceramic tile and stained glass of Art Nouveau facades, the art and music, the throb of street life, the food (ah, the food!)—one way or another, Barcelona will find a way to get your full attention. The capital of Catalonia is a banquet for the senses, with its beguiling mix of ancient and modern architecture, tempting cafés and markets, and sun-drenched Mediterranean beaches. A stroll along La Rambla and through waterfront Barceloneta, as well as a tour of Gaudí's majestic Sagrada Famíliaand his other unique creations, are part of a visit to Spain's second-largest city. Modern art museums and chic shops call for attention, too. Barcelona's vibe stays lively well into the night, when you can linger over regional wine and cuisine at buzzing tapas bars.

Day 2 Ibiza, Spain

Hedonistic and historic, Eivissa (Ibiza, in Castilian) is a city jam-packed with cafés, nightspots, and trendy shops; looming over it are the massive stone walls of Dalt Vila —the medieval city declared a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1999—and its Gothic cathedral. Squeezed between the north walls of the old city and the harbor is Sa Penya, a long labyrinth of stone-paved streets that offer some of the city's best offbeat shopping, snacking, and exploring. The tourist information office on Vara de Rey has a useful map of walks through the old city.

Day 3 Ibiza, Spain

Hedonistic and historic, Eivissa (Ibiza, in Castilian) is a city jam-packed with cafés, nightspots, and trendy shops; looming over it are the massive stone walls of Dalt Vila —the medieval city declared a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1999—and its Gothic cathedral. Squeezed between the north walls of the old city and the harbor is Sa Penya, a long labyrinth of stone-paved streets that offer some of the city's best offbeat shopping, snacking, and exploring. The tourist information office on Vara de Rey has a useful map of walks through the old city.

Day 4 Marseille, France

Since being designated a European Capital of Culture for 2013, with an estimated €660 million of funding in the bargain, Marseille has been in the throes of an extraordinary transformation, with no fewer than five major new arts centers, a beautifully refurbished port, revitalized neighborhoods, and a slew of new shops and restaurants. Once the underdog, this time-burnished city is now welcoming an influx of weekend tourists who have colonized entire neighborhoods and transformed them into elegant pieds-à-terre (or should we say, mer). The second-largest city in France, Marseille is one of Europe's most vibrant destinations. Feisty and fond of broad gestures, it is also as complicated and as cosmopolitan now as it was when a band of Phoenician Greeks first sailed into the harbor that is today's Vieux Port in 600 BC. Legend has it that on that same day a local chieftain's daughter, Gyptis, needed to choose a husband, and her wandering eyes settled on the Greeks' handsome commander Protis. Her dowry brought land near the mouth of the Rhône, where the Greeks founded Massalia, the most important Continental shipping port in antiquity. The port flourished for some 500 years as a typical Greek city, enjoying the full flush of classical culture, its gods, its democratic political system, its sports and theater, and its naval prowess. Caesar changed all that, besieging the city in 49 BC and seizing most of its colonies. In 1214 Marseille was seized again, this time by Charles d'Anjou, and was later annexed to France by Henri IV in 1481, but it was not until Louis XIV took the throne that the biggest transformations of the port began; he pulled down the city walls in 1666 and expanded the port to the Rive Neuve (New Riverbank). The city was devastated by plague in 1720, losing more than half its population. By the time of the Revolution, Marseille was on the rebound once again, with industries of soap manufacturing and oil processing flourishing, encouraging a wave of immigration from Provence and Italy. With the opening of the Suez Canal in 1869, Marseille became the greatest boomtown in 19th-century Europe. With a large influx of immigrants from areas as exotic as Tangiers, the city quickly acquired the multicultural population it maintains to this day.

Day 5 Villefranche-sur-Mer, France

Villefranche-Sur-Mer is located on the Côte d'Azur in Provence – known for its fields of lavender and warm weather – and is highly appreciated for its 14th Century architecture.

Day 6 Genoa, Italy

Genoa is a port city in the Northwest of Italy. Home to the Genoa Aquarium, famous for having the largest exposition of biodiversity in Europe, the city is also a great place to visit for anyone interested in architecture.

Day 7 Porto Santo Stefano, Italy

Day 8 Civitavecchia, Italy

Italy's vibrant capital lives in the present, but no other city on earth evokes its past so powerfully. For over 2,500 years, emperors, popes, artists, and common citizens have left their mark here. Archaeological remains from ancient Rome, art-stuffed churches, and the treasures of Vatican City vie for your attention, but Rome is also a wonderful place to practice the Italian-perfected il dolce far niente, the sweet art of idleness. Your most memorable experiences may include sitting at a caffè in the Campo de' Fiori or strolling in a beguiling piazza.

Day 9 Naples, Italy

Naples, in the Campania region, is Italy's third largest city. Its claim to fame is the spectacular location along one of the world's most splendid bays, backed by the perfect cone of Mount Vesuvius. In addition to its beautiful setting, Naples' surprises with other outstanding attractions such as the Royal Palace, San Carlos Opera House, the impressive National Archaeological Museum and the Castel Nuovo, dating from the 13th-century. The city's central area is best explored on foot. Chaotic traffic conditions make driving around the city a very frustrating experience. Naples provides a convenient starting point for trips to such favored destinations as Pompeii, Herculaneum and Mount Vesuvius. The Isle of Capri can be reached via a 45-minute hydrofoil service. The region of Campania was home to Greeks settlers some 300 years before Rome was founded. Pompeii, too, was a Greek town before being conquered by the Romans during the 5th century BC. It was under the Romans that Pompeii flourished and grew prosperous. When Mount Vesuvius erupted in 79 AD, the population of 20,000 was wiped out, but dozens of buildings were preserved under layers of cinder more than 20 feet deep. The most important finds from Pompeii are displayed in Naples' National Archaeological Museum. A visit here will no doubt enhance a visit to ancient Pompeii.

Day 10 Trapani, Sicily, Italy

Trapani, the most important town on Sicily's west coast, lies below the headland of Mount Erice and offers stunning views of the Egadi Islands on a clear day. Trapani's Old District occupies a scimitarshaped promontory between the open sea on the north and the salt marshes to the south. The ancient industry of extracting salt from the marshes has recently been revived, and it is documented in the Museo delle Saline. In addition to the salt marshes,Trapani's other interesting environs include the beautiful little hill town of Erice, the promontory of Capo San Vito stretching north beyond the splendid headland of Monte Cofano, the lovely island of Motya and the town of Marsala. Trips farther afield will take you to the magnificent site of Segesta or the Egadi Islands, reached by boat or hydrofoil from Trapani Port.

Day 11 Tunis, Tunisia

South of the Tunisian capital Tunis, Sousse is an ancient city filled with culture and beauty that has become a lively resort for travellers. Take a walk down one of the expansive sandy beaches, explore the catacombs and shop at a traditional souq. The city mixes tradition with contemporary style to create a wonderful destination for visitors.

Day 12 Carloforte, Italy

Day 13  Cruising

Day 14 Palma de Mallorca, Spain

If you look north of the cathedral (La Seu, or the seat of the bishopric, to Mallorcans) on a map of the city of Palma, you can see around the Plaça Santa Eulàlia a jumble of tiny streets that made up the earliest settlement. Farther out, a ring of wide boulevards traces the fortifications built by the Moors to defend the larger city that emerged by the 12th century. The zigzags mark the bastions that jutted out at regular intervals. By the end of the 19th century, most of the walls had been demolished; the only place where you can still see the massive defenses is at Ses Voltes, along the seafront west of the cathedral.A torrent (streambed) used to run through the middle of the old city, dry for most of the year but often a raging flood in the rainy season. In the 17th century it was diverted to the east, along the moat that ran outside the city walls. Two of Palma's main arteries, La Rambla and the Passeig d'es Born, now follow the stream's natural course. The traditional evening paseo (promenade) takes place on the Born.If you come to Palma by car, park in the garage beneath the Parc de la Mar (the ramp is just off the highway from the airport, as you reach the cathedral) and stroll along the park. Beside it run the huge bastions guarding the Almudaina Palace; the cathedral, golden and massive, rises beyond. Where you exit the garage, there's a ceramic mural by the late Catalan artist and Mallorca resident Joan Miró, facing the cathedral across the pool that runs the length of the park.If you begin early enough, a walk along the ramparts at Ses Voltes from the mirador beside the cathedral is spectacular. The first rays of the sun turn the upper pinnacles of La Seu bright gold and then begin to work their way down the sandstone walls. From the Parc de la Mar, follow Avinguda Antoni Maura past the steps to the palace. Just below the Plaça de la Reina, where the Passeig d'es Born begins, turn left on Carrer de la Boteria into the Plaça de la Llotja (if the Llotja itself is open, don't miss a chance to visit—it's the Mediterranean's finest Gothic-style civic building). From there stroll through the Plaça Drassana to the Museu d'Es Baluard, at the end of Carrer Sant Pere. Retrace your steps to Avinguda Antoni Maura. Walk up the Passeig d'es Born to Plaça Joan Carles I, then right on Avenida de La Unió.

Day 15 Barcelona, Spain

The infinite variety of street life, the nooks and crannies of the medieval Barri Gòtic, the ceramic tile and stained glass of Art Nouveau facades, the art and music, the throb of street life, the food (ah, the food!)—one way or another, Barcelona will find a way to get your full attention. The capital of Catalonia is a banquet for the senses, with its beguiling mix of ancient and modern architecture, tempting cafés and markets, and sun-drenched Mediterranean beaches. A stroll along La Rambla and through waterfront Barceloneta, as well as a tour of Gaudí's majestic Sagrada Famíliaand his other unique creations, are part of a visit to Spain's second-largest city. Modern art museums and chic shops call for attention, too. Barcelona's vibe stays lively well into the night, when you can linger over regional wine and cuisine at buzzing tapas bars.

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