Explora Journeys, the distinguished luxury lifestyle brand under the MSC Group, has revealed its sailing itineraries for both EXPLORA I and EXPLORA II, extending through April 2026.
These meticulously crafted journeys encompass a diverse range of durations, spanning from 6 to 8 nights for shorter voyages, to more extended excursions lasting 19 to 21 nights. The homeports, including accessible locations like Barcelona, Civitavecchia/Rome, Miami, or Bridgetown, provide a convenient starting point for travelers.
The itineraries are carefully designed to encourage a leisurely pace of travel, affording passengers ample time to immerse themselves in each destination. Overnight stays in ports enhance the opportunity for a deeper connection with the local culture and environment. At every destination, Explora Journeys aims to offer guests inspiring opportunities to explore authentic cultural, historical, and culinary delights from an exceptional perspective.
The journeys of EXPLORA I, scheduled from October 2024 to April 2025, have been adjusted to have the ship sail in the Caribbean, supporting the brand's growth in North America. The winter 2024-2025 season commences with a Grand Journey from Barcelona to the Caribbean, visiting Bridgetown, Pointe-a-Pitre, St John’s, and San Juan.
From April to November 2025, EXPLORA I will navigate the Mediterranean, providing guests with a taste of effortless Mediterranean living, coupled with the allure of sea air, aromatic herbs, and citrus notes. The itinerary includes the untamed beauty of the Eastern Mediterranean, with the azure hues of the Aegean Sea islands and the picturesque Dalmatian coast.
During winter 2025-2026, EXPLORA I will traverse the Red Sea and Arabian Peninsula - a region rich in history and culture, offering fragrant foods, vibrant souks, and the tranquility of desert oases.
EXPLORA II will embark on her inaugural journey from Barcelona to Civitavecchia (Rome), visiting enchanting destinations such as Ibiza, Spain; Port-Vendres, France; picturesque Portofino, Italy; Monte Carlo, Monaco; and Port Santo Stefano in Italy, a hidden gem with secluded coves and lighthouses.
Continuing in the West Mediterranean until November 2024, EXPLORA II will then cross the Atlantic to offer sun-drenched Caribbean journeys during the winter months. In May 2025, EXPLORA II will spend the summer sailing in culturally rich locales, with convenient embarkation options in Barcelona or Civitavecchia/Rome. The winter of 2025-2026 will be dedicated to the Eastern Caribbean, featuring warm breezes, white sands, and the sparkling blues of the Caribbean Sea, with stops in Pointe-a-Pitre in Guadeloupe; Roseau, Dominica; Little Bay, Montserrat; and Marigot, St. Martin.