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An Extended Journey to Mediterranean Icons and Formula 1 Celebrations

Ship: Explora I   
Departure: Tuesday, June 2, 2026
Nights: 13 nights
Returns: Barcelona
One Way Trip
One
way trip
Duration
13
Nights
Days at Sea
2
Sea Days
Ports
6
Ports
Countries Visted
3
Countries
  • Itinerary

    An Extended Journey to Mediterranean Icons and Formula 1 Celebrations

    Ports of call

    To find out more about the itinerary for this cruise, select the itinerary items below.

    Day Date Port of Call Arrival Departure
    1 Tuesday, June 2, 2026 Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy Embark 6:00 PM
    View of Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy

    Rome, sometimes referred to as "The Eternal City," is the capital city of Italy. Cruises from Rome depart the Rome Cruise Terminal which is approximately 1.5 hours by train North-West of the city centre. Rome is renowned across the world for its rich past, impressive archaeological sites, delectable cuisine, gorgeous gardens, homes of local nobility, and significant structures including the Spanish Steps, the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Trevi Fountain, and Piazza Navona. Read more about Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy

    2 Wednesday, June 3, 2026 Monte Carlo, France 8:00 AM 6:00 PM
    View of Monte Carlo, France

    Monte Carlo is an administrative area of the Principality of Monaco in France. It really has a fairy-tale image with its beautiful Riviera - Côte d'Azur - setting, yacht-filled harbor and the elegant Casino that visitors can’t miss, though most don’t even enter to see the opulence and grandeur reflecting its exorbitant cost. It is an extremely rich place, where fast cars, big diamonds and flashy yachts are the norm. Read more about Monte Carlo, France

    3 Thursday, June 4, 2026 Monte Carlo, France
    View of Monte Carlo, France

    Monte Carlo is an administrative area of the Principality of Monaco in France. It really has a fairy-tale image with its beautiful Riviera - Côte d'Azur - setting, yacht-filled harbor and the elegant Casino that visitors can’t miss, though most don’t even enter to see the opulence and grandeur reflecting its exorbitant cost. It is an extremely rich place, where fast cars, big diamonds and flashy yachts are the norm. Read more about Monte Carlo, France

    4 Friday, June 5, 2026 Monte Carlo, France
    View of Monte Carlo, France

    Monte Carlo is an administrative area of the Principality of Monaco in France. It really has a fairy-tale image with its beautiful Riviera - Côte d'Azur - setting, yacht-filled harbor and the elegant Casino that visitors can’t miss, though most don’t even enter to see the opulence and grandeur reflecting its exorbitant cost. It is an extremely rich place, where fast cars, big diamonds and flashy yachts are the norm. Read more about Monte Carlo, France

    5 Saturday, June 6, 2026 Monte Carlo, France
    View of Monte Carlo, France

    Monte Carlo is an administrative area of the Principality of Monaco in France. It really has a fairy-tale image with its beautiful Riviera - Côte d'Azur - setting, yacht-filled harbor and the elegant Casino that visitors can’t miss, though most don’t even enter to see the opulence and grandeur reflecting its exorbitant cost. It is an extremely rich place, where fast cars, big diamonds and flashy yachts are the norm. Read more about Monte Carlo, France

    6 Sunday, June 7, 2026 Monte Carlo, France
    View of Monte Carlo, France

    Monte Carlo is an administrative area of the Principality of Monaco in France. It really has a fairy-tale image with its beautiful Riviera - Côte d'Azur - setting, yacht-filled harbor and the elegant Casino that visitors can’t miss, though most don’t even enter to see the opulence and grandeur reflecting its exorbitant cost. It is an extremely rich place, where fast cars, big diamonds and flashy yachts are the norm. Read more about Monte Carlo, France

    7 Monday, June 8, 2026 Monte Carlo, France 8:00 AM 6:00 PM
    View of Monte Carlo, France

    Monte Carlo is an administrative area of the Principality of Monaco in France. It really has a fairy-tale image with its beautiful Riviera - Côte d'Azur - setting, yacht-filled harbor and the elegant Casino that visitors can’t miss, though most don’t even enter to see the opulence and grandeur reflecting its exorbitant cost. It is an extremely rich place, where fast cars, big diamonds and flashy yachts are the norm. Read more about Monte Carlo, France

    8 Tuesday, June 9, 2026 Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy 9:00 AM 9:00 PM
    View of Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy

    Rome, sometimes referred to as "The Eternal City," is the capital city of Italy. Cruises from Rome depart the Rome Cruise Terminal which is approximately 1.5 hours by train North-West of the city centre. Rome is renowned across the world for its rich past, impressive archaeological sites, delectable cuisine, gorgeous gardens, homes of local nobility, and significant structures including the Spanish Steps, the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Trevi Fountain, and Piazza Navona. Read more about Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy

    9 Wednesday, June 10, 2026 Sorrento, Italy 8:00 AM 8:00 PM
    View of Sorrento, Italy

    Sorrento is a small, enchanting, Italian town, located over white steep cliffs that offers a fantastic view over the Bay of Naples, offering views of many famous neighbouring tourist attractions. Indeed, its location allows visitors to comfortably reach the delightful and enchanting towns of Naples, Pompeii, Herculaneum, Capri, Ischia and the Amalfi Coast. Renowned for its natural attractions of landscapes, including the impressive rocks of the limestone mountains, and breathtaking panoramic views, it is also filled with fascinating historical and religious architecture. Read more about Sorrento, Italy

    10 Thursday, June 11, 2026 Taormina, Italy 9:00 AM 7:00 PM
    View of Taormina, Italy

    Taormina is a small town on the island of Sicily in Italy, in the Province of Messina. Settled on a hill, the town - accessible via an aerial tramway - dominates two sweeping bays, and on the southern side the top of Mount Etna can be seen. While it is unashamedly touristy and has a main street lined with high-end designer shops, the town remains a striking location with gorgeous medieval churches, a stunning Greek theatre, and sweeping views. Read more about Taormina, Italy

    11 Friday, June 12, 2026 La Valletta
    12 Saturday, June 13, 2026 At Sea
    13 Sunday, June 14, 2026 Palma de Mallorca, Spain 9:00 AM 9:00 PM
    View of Palma de Mallorca, Spain

    Palma de Mallorca is the major city and port on the Mediterranean island of Majorca, and capital city of the autonomous community of the Balearic Islands in Spain. It is situated on the south coast of the island on the Bay of Palma, and almost half of the total population of Majorca live there. Visitors are spellbound by its blue waters, white beaches, lush foliage (almost 40 percent of the island is protected countryside), and 300 days of sunshine each year. Read more about Palma de Mallorca, Spain

    14 Monday, June 15, 2026 Barcelona, Spain 8:00 AM Disembark
    View of Barcelona, Spain

    Barcelona, located in Catalonia Spain, is Europe's largest metropolis on the Mediterranean coast, and one of the world’s major global cities. Today, Barcelona balances itself on the cutting edge of architecture, intellectual life, and style. Indeed Barcelona won the 1999 RIBA Royal Gold Medal for its architecture, the first time that the winner has been a city, and not an individual architect. Read more about Barcelona, Spain

  • Ship

    Explora I Overview

    Explora I

    Immerse yourself in the electric pulse of city life paired with the opulence of European elegance on Explora I. Indulge in a culinary journey with five-star dining options, embrace serenity through ocean wellness offerings, and experience the pinnacle of modern convenience in elegantly designed suites, all while being captivated by the stunning vistas of the sea. As a proud member of the MSC Group, Explora Journeys is dedicated to pioneering a sustainable future. The Explora I is at the forefront of this vision, equipped with cutting-edge hybrid energy technologies, comprehensive waste management systems, and energy-efficient solutions. Explora Journeys uphold a steadfast commitment to the environment, ensuring that single-use plastics are never used onboard or ashore.

  • Cabins

    Explora I Cabins

    Owner's Residences

    Owner's Residences

    Owner's Residences on the Explora I Owner's Residences on the Explora I

    Cabin Types

    OR

    Average Cabin Size – 155.0 m2

    Average Balcony Size – 125.0 m2

    For a true sense of being at home at sea, experience the sweeping decks and effortlessly elegant spaces of the Ocean Residences. Enjoy perfect views of the oceans from your terrace dining area and private outdoor whirlpool, and make the most of the dedicated butler service, 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, private refrigerated mini-bar replenished according to the guest's preferences, espresso machine and tea maker with a complimentary selection of coffee and teas and a laptop-size safe.

    Residences

    Residences

    Residences on the Explora I Residences on the Explora I

    Cabin Types

    CR, SR, RR, CO

    Average Cabin Size – 63.2 m2

    Average Balcony Size – 42.0 m2

    For a true sense of being at home at sea, experience the sweeping decks and effortlessly elegant spaces of the Ocean Residences. Enjoy perfect views of the oceans from your terrace dining area and private outdoor whirlpool, and make the most of the dedicated butler service, 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, private refrigerated mini-bar replenished according to the guest's preferences, espresso machine and tea maker with a complimentary selection of coffee and teas and a laptop-size safe.

    Penthouse

    Penthouse

    Penthouse on the Explora I Penthouse on the Explora I

    Cabin Types

    GP, PP, DP, PH

    Average Cabin Size – 40.2 m2

    Average Balcony Size – 12.5 m2

    The Ocean Penthouses offer a luxurious and spacious retreat with ocean-front floor-to-ceiling windows and expansive terraces to unwind and relax with a characterful private dining area for four, and a calm, comfortable place to work, you can entertain with others or spend time to yourself as you see fit, a spacious lounge area, spacious work desk area, private refrigerated mini-bar replenished according to the guest's preferences, espresso machine and tea maker with a complimentary selection of coffee and teas, safe accommodating most tablets and laptops, spacious oceanfront terrace with a dining area and comfortable daybeds or sun loungers for relaxation.

    Ocean Terrace

    Ocean Terrace

    Ocean Terrace on the Explora I Ocean Terrace on the Explora I

    Cabin Types

    GT, OT4, OT3, OT2, OT1

    Average Cabin Size – 28.0 m2

    Average Balcony Size – 7.8 m2

    The Ocean Grand Terrace Suites features a larger oceanfront terrace, featuring an outdoor dining area, and comfortable sunbeds for relaxation. All suites feature spacious walk-in wardrobes with a seated vanity area, oversized floor-to-ceiling windows helping you feel closer to the sea, a lounge area with a flexible coffee/dining table, a private refrigerated mini-bar, replenished according to the guest's preferences, an espresso machine and tea maker with a complimentary selection of coffee and tea, safe accommodating most tablets and laptops and comfortable sunbeds for relaxation.

  • Deck Plans

    Explora I Deck Plans

    Legend

  • Promotions

    Current Cruise Deals for Explora I

    Explora Journey Luxury Inclusions

    Explora Journey Luxury Inclusions

    Take advantage of Explora Journeys extraordinary benefits:
    • Welcome bottle of champagne and sweet treats
    • A bottle of wine and a bottle of spirit of your choice upon arrival
    • 9 Culinary Experiences, including in-suite dining
    • Thermal Spa Access and well-being and fitness programmes
    • Unlimited fine wines, premium spirits, coffees, teas and soft drink available anytime - inc. in-suite mini-bar
    • All on board gratuities & high-speed complimentary Wi-Fi
    • Shuttle services from the port to city center (where required/available)

    Ask your Clean Cruising consultant about flights and accommodation in conjunction with your cruise!

    Terms & Conditions apply.

    Explora I Formula 1 Monaco Grand Prix Journeys

    Explora I Formula 1 Monaco Grand Prix Journeys

    In June 2026, Explora I is docked in the heart of Monaco, prime position for race week!
    • Formula 1 Grand Prix De Monaco 2026 Grandstand Tickets included*
    • Paddock Club Passes available soon!*

    PLUS, Explora Journeys always includes:
    • Welcome bottle of champagne & sweet treats + bottle of wine & bottle of spirit of your choice upon arrival
    • 9 Culinary Experiences, including in-suite dining
    • Thermal Spa Access and well-being and fitness programmes
    • Unlimited fine wines, premium spirits, coffees, teas and soft drink available anytime - inc. in-suite mini-bar
    • All on board gratuities & high-speed complimentary Wi-Fi
    • Shuttle services from the port to city center (where required/available)
    * Suite only fares available on select departures

    Offer ends 31 December 2025. Terms & Conditions apply.

Cabin Availability

Hold a cabin or view live cabin availability aboard Explora I for this sailing

Ocean Terrace at the Explora I

Ocean Terrace

From $32500
Penthouse at the Explora I

Penthouse

From $45900
Residences at the Explora I

Residences

From $75000
Owner's Residences at the Explora I

Owner's Residences

From $330000

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  • An Extended Journey to Mediterranean Icons and Formula 1 Celebrations

    Cruiseline: Explora Journeys Ship: Explora I Departure: Tuesday, June 2, 2026 Nights: 13 nights Departs: Rome (Civitavecchia) Returns: Barcelona

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