The Mediterranean
Dubrovnik, the Adriatic, and the islands of the western Mediterranean, traced on relaxed, immersive itineraries.
Explora Journeys
The ocean, in no hurry
Explora Journeys reimagines luxury at sea as something calmer and more spacious — every accommodation an ocean-front suite, every deck designed for lingering rather than queuing. The European art of living well runs through it: multiple pools including an all-weather Conservatory, a generous spa and wellness world, and a fleet that favours longer, more immersive itineraries. Less a cruise than a way of being on the water.
Featured Partner
Sail with Explora Journeys
Book through us and unlock exclusive Virtuoso Voyages benefits on every Explora Journeys sailing — onboard credits, private receptions, and shore experiences unavailable through any other channel.
Plan this voyageVirtuoso Voyages
Benefits included on every booking.
As a member of Virtuoso Voyages, we are able to offer our clients exclusive benefits on every sailing — arranged before you board and confirmed directly through us.
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Dedicated Onboard Host
A personal Virtuoso host sails with your group, present throughout the voyage to answer questions and ensure every detail runs exactly as planned.
02
Private Welcome Reception
An exclusive cocktail reception at the start of each sailing, arranged solely for Virtuoso Voyages guests with introductions facilitated by your host.
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Shipboard Credit
$100 per stateroom on voyages under 14 nights; $200 per stateroom on voyages of 14 nights or more, to spend freely on dining, spa, or excursions.
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Exclusive Shore Experience
A private shore excursion, VIP tour, or private car and driver whose itinerary is shaped entirely around your interests and pace — never a group schedule.
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Specialty Dining
Complimentary reservations at specialty restaurants on select sailings, including chef's tastings and curated wine pairings on participating vessels.
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Spa & Wellness Access
Select spa treatments, wellness credits, and onboard amenities included on participating voyages across our preferred cruise partners.
Where It Sails
Destinations
The Amalfi Coast
The cliffside towns and turquoise water of southern Italy, the ship anchored within sight of the pastel facades.
Hidden Coves
Quiet anchorages and lesser-known harbours, the kind of places a calmer, more spacious ship is built to savour.
On Board
Experiences
01
The Conservatory Pool
An all-weather pool beneath a retractable roof, surrounded by greenery and ocean light — the social heart of the ship in any climate.
Itineraries
Sample Journeys
Illustrative routings to spark the imagination — every sailing is shaped around you.
7 nights
The Mediterranean
Rome · the Amalfi Coast · Sicily · the Adriatic · Dubrovnik
Southern Italy and the Adriatic at an unhurried, immersive pace.
10 nights
Northern Europe
Southampton · the Norwegian Fjords · Copenhagen · the Baltic
Long northern light and dramatic coastlines, all-suite throughout.
14 nights
Caribbean & Transatlantic
Lisbon · the Azores · the Eastern Caribbean
A relaxed crossing into the islands, the sea days as much the point as the ports.
The Fleet
Ships we know.
EXPLORA I
The inaugural ship — around 900 guests, all ocean-front suites, launched 2023.
EXPLORA II
The second ship of the fleet, launched 2024 — all-suite, all ocean-front.