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16-night A Grand Journey Through Vibrant Cultures Across The Atlantic & The Mediterranean

Explora Journeys: EXPLORA II
March 19, 2028
Offer ID: 1689691 | Prices from $8,265

Cruise Inclusions

The Journey fare includes:

  • Suite accommodation
  • Meals on board
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Cocktails
  • Soft drinks
  • Mineral water
  • Gratuities
  • WiFi internet access
  • Entertainment where offered
  • Complimentary transfers from port to town centre where applicable

Please CLICK HERE for a description of additional inclusions based on the stateroom category booked. 

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Special Offer

300 Shipboard Credit per couple*

*Credit will be applied based upon the currency used onboard (USD or EURO) - varies based on the ship's itinerary.

Additional terms and conditions apply.

Miami/Barcelona
Miami • 3/19/2028
At Sea • 3/21/2028 – 3/20/2028
San Juan • 3/22/2028
St. John's, Antigua • 3/23/2028
At Sea • 3/29/2028 – 3/24/2028
Funchal (Madeira), Portugal • 3/30/2028
At Sea • 3/31/2028
Seville (Cadiz) • 4/1/2028
Malaga • 4/2/2028
At Sea • 4/3/2028
Barcelona • 4/4/2028

Suite

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Ocean Terrace Suite (OT1)
  • Category: OT1
  • Deck 7
  • Deck 6
Size: 301 sq. ft. with 75 sq. ft. of terrace area, Deck 6: Middle and Deck 7: Aft & Forward. The Ocean Terrace Suites are amongst the largest in the category as they all have private sun terraces. All suites feature spacious walk-in wardrobes with a seated vanity area.• Oversized floor-to-ceiling windows helping you feel closer to the sea, Lounge area with flexible coffee/dining table• Private refrigerated mini-bar, replenished according to the guests’ preferences• Espresso machine and tea maker with a complimentary selection of coffee and teas• Safe accommodating most tablets and laptops• Spacious ocean-front terrace with a dining area, Comfortable daybed for relaxation
Ocean Terrace Suite (OT1)
From $8,265/person
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Ocean Terrace Suite (OT2)
  • Category: OT2
  • Deck 8
  • Deck 7
Size: 301 sq. ft. with 75 sq. ft. of terrace area, Deck 7: Middle and Deck 8: Aft & Forward. The Ocean Terrace Suites are amongst the largest in the category as they all have private sun terraces. All suites feature spacious walk-in wardrobes with a seated vanity area.• Oversized floor-to-ceiling windows helping you feel closer to the sea, Lounge area with flexible coffee/dining table• Private refrigerated mini-bar, replenished according to the guests’ preferences• Espresso machine and tea maker with a complimentary selection of coffee and teas• Safe accommodating most tablets and laptops• Spacious ocean-front terrace with a dining area, Comfortable daybed for relaxation
Ocean Terrace Suite (OT2)
From $8,655/person
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Ocean Terrace Suite (OT3)
  • Category: OT3
  • Deck 9
  • Deck 8
Size: 301 sq. ft. with 75 sq. ft. of terrace area, Deck 8: Middle and Deck 9: Aft & Forward. The Ocean Terrace Suites are amongst the largest in the category as they all have private sun terraces. All suites feature spacious walk-in wardrobes with a seated vanity area.• Oversized floor-to-ceiling windows helping you feel closer to the sea, Lounge area with flexible coffee/dining table• Private refrigerated mini-bar, replenished according to the guests’ preferences• Espresso machine and tea maker with a complimentary selection of coffee and teas• Safe accommodating most tablets and laptops• Spacious ocean-front terrace with a dining area, Comfortable daybed for relaxation
Ocean Terrace Suite (OT3)
From $9,070/person
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Ocean Terrace Suite (OT4)
  • Category: OT4
  • Deck 10
  • Deck 9
Size: 301 sq. ft. with 75 sq. ft. of terrace area, Deck 9, 10: Middle. The Ocean Terrace Suites are amongst the largest in the category as they all have private sun terraces. All suites feature spacious walk-in wardrobes with a seated vanity area.• Oversized floor-to-ceiling windows helping you feel closer to the sea, Lounge area with flexible coffee/dining table• Private refrigerated mini-bar, replenished according to the guests’ preferences• Espresso machine and tea maker with a complimentary selection of coffee and teas• Safe accommodating most tablets and laptops• Spacious ocean-front terrace with a dining area, Comfortable daybed for relaxation
Ocean Terrace Suite (OT4)
From $9,330/person
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Ocean Grand Terrace Suite (GT)
  • Category: GT
  • Deck 7
  • Deck 6
Size: 301 sq. ft. with 118 sq. ft. of terrace area, Deck 6, 7: Aft, Middle & Forward. 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, Lounge area with flexible coffee/dining table• Private refrigerated mini-bar, replenished according to the guests’ preferences• Espresso machine and tea maker with a complimentary selection of coffee and teas• Safe accommodating most tablets and laptops• Comfortable sunbeds for relaxation
Ocean Grand Terrace Suite (GT)
From $9,485/person
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Penthouse (PH)
  • Category: PH
  • Deck 9
  • Deck 8
  • Deck 7
  • Deck 6
Size: 366 sq. ft. with 97 to 151 sq. ft. of terrace area, Deck 6, 7, 8, 9: Aft. The Ocean Penthouses offer a luxurious, spacious retreat with ocean-front floor-to-ceiling windows and expansive terraces to unwind and relax and 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.• Spacious lounge area• Spacious work desk area• Private refrigerated mini-bar, replenished according to the guests’ 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, Comfortable daybeds or sun loungers for relaxation
Penthouse (PH)
From $11,985/person
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Deluxe Penthouse (DP)
  • Category: DP
  • Deck 10
  • Deck 9
  • Deck 7
  • Deck 6
Size: 409 to 463 sq. ft. with 108 to 194 sq. ft. of terrace area, Deck 6, 7, 9: Aft and Deck 10: Middle. The Ocean Penthouses offer a luxurious, spacious retreat with ocean-front floor-to-ceiling windows and expansive terraces to unwind and relax and 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.• Spacious lounge area• Spacious work desk area• Private refrigerated mini-bar, replenished according to the guests preferences• Safe accommodating most tablets and laptops. Spacious oceanfront terrace with a dining area, Comfortable daybeds or sun loungers for relaxation
Deluxe Penthouse (DP)
From $12,375/person
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Premier Penthouse (PP)
  • Category: PP
  • Deck 10
  • Deck 9
  • Deck 8
Size: 452 sq. ft. with 108 sq. ft. of terrace area, Deck 8, 9, 10: Middle. The Ocean Penthouses offer a luxurious, spacious retreat with ocean-front floor-to-ceiling windows and expansive terraces to unwind and relax and 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.• Spacious lounge area• Spacious work desk area• Private refrigerated mini-bar, replenished according to the guests’ 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, Comfortable daybeds or sun loungers for relaxation
Premier Penthouse (PP)
From $12,790/person
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Grand Penthouse (GP)
  • Category: GP
  • Deck 10
  • Deck 9
  • Deck 8
  • Deck 7
  • Deck 6
Size: 506 sq. ft. with 140 to 226 sq. ft. of terrace area, Deck 6, 7, 8, 9, 10: Middle. The Ocean Penthouses offer a luxurious, spacious retreat with ocean-front floor-to-ceiling windows and expansive terraces to unwind and relax and 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.• Spacious lounge area• Spacious work desk area• Private refrigerated mini-bar, replenished according to the guests’ 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, Comfortable daybeds or sun loungers for relaxation
Grand Penthouse (GP)
From $14,875/person
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Cove Residence (CO)
  • Category: CO
  • Deck 10
  • Deck 9
  • Deck 8
  • Deck 7
  • Deck 6
Size: 603 sq. ft. with 151 to 258 sq. ft. of terrace area, Deck 6, 7, 8, 9, 10: Middle. 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’s 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 guests’ preferences• Espresso machine and tea maker with a complimentary selection of coffee and teas• Laptop-size safe
Cove Residence (CO)
From $16,510/person
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Retreat Residence (RR)
  • Category: RR
  • Deck 9
  • Deck 8
  • Deck 7
Size: 678 sq. ft. with 151 to 194 sq. ft. of terrace area, Deck 7, 8, 9: Forward. 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’s 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 guests’ preferences• Espresso machine and tea maker with a complimentary selection of coffee and teas• Laptop-size safe
Retreat Residence (RR)
From $18,595/person
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Serenity Residence (SR)
  • Category: SR
  • Deck 9
  • Deck 7
Size: 646 sq. ft. with 570 to 710 sq. ft. of terrace area, Deck 7, 9: Aft. 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’s 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 6 guests• Spacious work desk area• Private refrigerated mini-bar, replenished according to the guests’ preferences• Espresso machine and tea maker with a complimentary selection of coffee and teas• Laptop-size safe
Serenity Residence (SR)
From $28,500/person
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Cocoon Residence (CR)
  • Category: CR
  • Deck 6
Size: 797 sq. ft. with 807 sq. ft. of terrace area, Deck 6: Aft. 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’s dining area and private outdoor whirlpool, and make the most of the dedicated butler service.• Oversized windows with views of the sea• Separate living, dining and sleeping areas• Abundant lounge area• Dining table for 6 guests• Spacious work desk area• Private bar, replenished according to the guests’ preferences• Espresso machine and tea maker with a complimentary selection of coffee and teas• Laptop-size safe
Cocoon Residence (CR)
From $33,020/person
EXPLORA II

Discover the MSC Explora II, the epitome of modern luxury at sea. Boasting 461 ocean-front suites, this magnificent ship redefines elegance and comfort with a guest-to-host ratio of 1.25:1. Guests can indulge in immersive dining experiences across six world-class restaurants and unwind at over 12 vibrant yet intimate bars and lounges. Relaxation takes center stage with five heated pools, including a hydrotherapy pool, and rejuvenating ocean-inspired wellness offerings. From the serene Astern Pool to the chic Med Yacht Club, the Explora II promises a journey of unparalleled sophistication and tranquility.

Dining

Fil Rouge
Fil Rouge is an elegant celebration of global cuisine, seen through the lens of French artistry. Its name — ‘the red thread’ — speaks to the connections woven between cultures, flavours, and stories.
Cuisine: International
Emporium Marketplace
Named after the Greek word emporion (‘place of exchange’), Emporium Marketplace celebrates global cuisine and the joy of discovery through food.
Cuisine: International
Crema Cafe
A luxurious layer of crema nods to the freshness of an espresso and aptly lends authenticity and sophistication to a café at the centre of life on board.
All Day Dining
Effortless all-day dining restaurant, open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Marble and Co Grill
Marble & Co. Grill is a vibrant celebration of European steakhouse tradition, elevated by French-inspired finesse. Its name reflects delicate marbling - the hallmark of the world’s finest cuts.
Cuisine: European
Med Yacht Club
Inspired by the region’s sun-drenched coastlines, Med Yacht Club captures the easy rhythm and convivial spirit of the Mediterranean. The menu brings together the flavours of Italy, Spain, Greece, France, and North Africa.
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Chef's Kitchen
A unique culinary experience allowing you to prepare exquisite meals with the help of talented chefs.
Sakura
Named after Japan’s iconic cherry blossom, Sakura blends contemporary elegance with the vibrant spirit of Asia’s culinary capitals.
Cuisine: Pan-Asian
In Suite Dining
Dine in style at the comfort of your private space.
International Restaurant
Experience truly cosmopolitan flavors and aromas from around the world.
Cuisine: International
Steakhouse
A true culinary experience, and opportunity to try beautiful aged beef.
Anthology
Anthology, defined as a collection of selected cultural works of art, is imagined as a unique culinary stage showcasing global cooking talents and cuisines, provenance and rare ingredients, along with wines by highly coveted winemakers.
Cuisine: Italian

Bars & Lounges

Explora Lounge
A luminous lounge offering 270-degree views of the ocean, a spectacular backdrop to informal drinking and dining.
Helios Pool and Bar
Inspired by the Ancient Greek God of Sun, Helios, translating literally to sun in Greek, is an adults-only area and the sunniest spot onboard.
Lobby Bar
A laidback, centrally-located bar and lounge perfect for socialising.
Malt Whiskey Bar
A refined tour across the globe’s most celebrated whisky regions.
The Conservatory Pool & Bar
The Conservatory is a weather-protected poolside lounge by day. By night, it turns into a cinema experience under the stars. A relaxed, calming venue to unwind and enjoy cocktails, with light, lively background music playing throughout the day.
Med Yacht Club
Inspired by the region’s sun-drenched coastlines, Med Yacht Club captures the easy rhythm and convivial spirit of the Mediterranean. The menu brings together the flavours of Italy, Spain, Greece, France, and North Africa.
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Gelateria and Creperie
Authentic French and Italian indulgences served poolside.
Lounge
Unwind in an effortless, cosmopolitan atmosphere in which to discover, enjoy and appreciate diverse talents from around the world, with sophisticated experiences that eschew formality and scale for effortless style and character.
Sky Bar on 14
Refreshing cocktails and infinite views in a sophisticated outdoor setting.

Entertainment & Nightlife

Whether dancing to energetic DJ sets under the stars at Sky Bar on 14, finessing pickleball skills with infinite ocean views, or being mesmerised by world-class talent from the iconic West End in the Journeys Lounge, the sophisticated entertainment choices provide an elegant and varied vibe across all the indoor and outdoor spaces – day and night.

Casino

Explore the intimate, elegant space of The Casino and its diverse gaming offerings: from thrilling poker and blackjack tables to the excitement of American roulette, baccarat elegance, and the chance to hit it big with progressive slot machines.

Onboard Activities

Indoor Pool
An indoor pool with a retractable glass roof will allow swimming and poolside relaxation in any weather.
Spa
Bespoke wellness experiences at each destination will make relaxation and rejuvenation easily accessible both onboard and ashore.
Casino
Casino.

Outdoor Activities

Astern Pool and Bar
An all-day lounge next to the infinity pool, ideal for a waterfront escape offering chilled beach club vibes, with low background music by day and acoustic musicians and DJs as the sun sets, continuing throughout the evening.
Atoll Pool and Bar
A laidback venue where guests can enjoy the sun, sea and serenity day-long, accompanied by a selection of energising, colourful drinks.
The Conservatory Pool & Bar
The Conservatory is a weather-protected poolside lounge by day. By night, it turns into a cinema experience under the stars. A relaxed, calming venue to unwind and enjoy cocktails, with light, lively background music playing throughout the day.

Kids & Teens

Nautilus Club is a space dedicated to the younger guests. A team of expert hosts ensures the entertainment and enrichment of children aged 6 to 17 years old. Children aged 3 to 5 years are also welcome at specific intervals for age-appropriate activities, if accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Wellness

Spa
Bespoke wellness experiences at each destination will make relaxation and rejuvenation easily accessible both onboard and ashore.
Fitness
A space that echoes the revitalizing power of the oceans. Each of the Ocean Wellness - Fitness spaces is designed to motivate guests helping them to lower stress levels, improve sleep quality and enjoy elevated energy.
Beauty Studio
The Beauty Studio is a flowing space, to ensure all your beauty needs are catered for in one space, ranging from hair rituals, barber treatments to rejuvenating hand and foot treatments.
Spa Treatment Room
Eleven Dedicated Treatment Rooms.
Finnish Sauna
The ideal space to unwind, reduce stress, strengthen airways, relax your muscles, and oxygenate your tissues.
Technogym
Over 350 sqm (3,750 sq ft) of indoor and outdoor fitness facilities designed in partnership with Technogym.
Yoga
Slow or fast, relaxing or awakening, the range of classes and flows are all enhanced by the ocean’s energy.

Shopping

Cartier
A reference in the world of luxury, Cartier, whose name is synonymous with open-mindedness and curiosity, stands out with its creations and reveals beauty wherever it may lie.
Panerai
Enter the horological world of Panerai, an iconic boutique that brings the Swiss charm and expertise of the brand's Neuch?tel base to EXPLORA I.
Piaget
Piaget epitomises daring creativity – a quality that has continued to permeate through the Maison since its beginnings in 1874.
Buccellati
Experience the ultimate curated shopping experience at sea with the exclusive Buccellati boutique, a first of its kind at sea.