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A Journey of Rich Culture & Full-bodied Flavours/Explora III
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Explora III

A Journey of Rich Culture & Full-bodied Flavours - 7 night cruise



Cruise only from €5,802

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


Description

Highlights

Gratuities

Dates and Prices

Cabins

Designed to evoke the feeling of being onboard a private yacht, EXPLORA III – the newest addition in our modern fleet of luxury ships, sailing in Summer 2026 – offers a haven at sea. A floating home-away-from-home, where thoughtful design and an abundance of space create an atmosphere of effortless elegance.

At the heart of the experience are our spacious Homes at Sea. Each of our Ocean Suites, Penthouses, and Residences is a truly serene retreat, featuring floor-to-ceiling windows bathing the space in light, opening onto generous private terraces, complete with daybeds and a dining area, seamlessly blending indoor and outdoor living. Inside, every detail has been considered, including a walk-in wardrobe with seated vanity area, luxurious bathrooms with custom toiletries, fine linens, and the effortless, impeccable service of our Perfect Hosts.

Elsewhere, the ship's sprawling outdoor decks and wealth of beautifully designed public spaces ensure discerning travellers are able to unwind, connect, or take in ocean views at every opportunity.

Explora Journeys' signature culinary concepts, beloved onboard EXPLORA I and II – such as Anthology, Sakura, Fil Rouge, Med Yacht Club, Marble & Co. Grill – return to elevate the dining experience, complemented by unexpected new offerings.

Throughout the journey, guests benefit from a vast array of signature inclusive experiences, carefully curated to elevate every moment. From award-winning culinary offerings and vibrant bars and lounges to ocean-inspired wellness and meticulously curated entertainment, every aspect is tailored to inspire and delight.

Ocean Wellness, our bespoke ocean-inspired wellness concept, has been thoughtfully reimagined, now encompassing a single, harmonious space designed to soothe and rejuvenate. The new wellness area includes Ocean Wellness – The Spa, a tranquil sanctuary offering experiences inspired by the power of the sea, as well as a state-of-the-art Fitness Centre and Fitness Studio, created in partnership with Technogym and featuring the most advanced training equipment. Completing the fitness experience is the one-of-a-kind Open Air Fitness space on Deck 14, where guests can train outdoors while taking in the views across the water.

The Nautilus Club on EXPLORA III has been enhanced with dedicated spaces and thoughtfully curated experiences for teens and children, where a team of expert hosts will make sure to create unforgettable moments for younger guests.

Crafted with sustainability in mind, EXPLORA III is the first LNG-powered ship in our fleet, reflecting our conscious approach to modern ship design, embodying the harmony of innovation, and our deep care for the oceans and the unique destinations that we explore.

Cruise ID: 40473

THE LATEST ENVIRONMENTAL-SUPPORTING TECHNOLOGIES

  • The first LNG-powered ship in our fleet
  • Waste-management and energy-saving solutions
  • No single-plastic used on board or ashore
  • EXPLORA III, like both EXPLORA I and EXPLORA II, has been designated ‘Green Plus' by RINA – the highest level that the certification body grants for environmental sustainability

Gratuities are included in your journey fare.

Date Time Price * Booking
10 August 2026 18:00 €5,802 Call us to book

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

Cabins on Explora III

Ocean Terrace Suite
1-3

Our Ocean Terrace Suites elegantly combine space and light to help you truly relax and feel closer to the ocean that carries you on your journey.

Features

  • 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
  • Maximum capacity: 2 adults / some suites with a capacity for 2 adults and 1 child under 18 years

Outdoors

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

Bedroom

  • Bespoke king-sized bed or twin beds sleep system
  • Down duvets and pillows
  • Extensive pillow selection
  • Spacious walk-in wardrobe with a seated vanity area

Bathroom

  • Spacious bathroom with a walk-in shower*
  • Plush bathrobes and slippers
  • Custom bath toiletries and amenities
  • Hairdryer and illuminated make-up/shaving mirror

* Some suites with bathtubs and accessible features

Stats

  • Total Suite Area: 35-39 sqm (377-420 sq. ft)
  • Suite: 28 sqm (301 sq. ft)
  • Terrace: 7-11 sqm (75-118 sq. ft)
  • Maximum capacity: 2 adults and 1 child under 18 years old

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
  • Coffee Machine
  • Pillow Menu Available

Cove Residence
1-4

For a true sense of being at home at sea, experience the sweeping decks and effortlessly elegant spaces of our Ocean Residences.

Enjoy perfect views of the oceans from your terrace's dining area and private outdoor whirlpool, and make the most of our dedicated butler service.

Features

  • Private butler services
  • Oversized floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the sea
  • Separate living, dining and sleeping areas
  • Spacious lounge area
  • Dining table for 4 or 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
  • Maximum capacity: 2 adults and 2 children

Outdoors

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

Bedroom

  • Bespoke king-sized bed sleep system
  • Large double sofa bed
  • Down duvets and pillows
  • Extensive pillow selection
  • Large walk-in wardrobe with a seated vanity area

Bathroom

  • Luxurious marble bathroom with a bathtub or a separate walk-in
  • Shower (some suites feature both)
  • Plush bathrobes and slippers
  • Custom bath toiletries and amenities
  • Hairdryer and illuminated make-up/shaving mirror

Stats

  • Total Suite Area: 70-149 sqm (753-1604 sq. ft)
  • Suite: 56-74 sqm (603-797 sq. ft)
  • Terrace: 14-75 sqm (151 807 sq. ft)

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
  • Pillow Menu Available
  • Free Wi-Fi

Serenity Residence
1-4

For a true sense of being at home at sea, experience the sweeping decks and effortlessly elegant spaces of our Ocean Residences.

Enjoy perfect views of the oceans from your terrace's dining area and private outdoor whirlpool, and make the most of our dedicated butler service.

Features

  • Private butler services
  • Oversized floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the sea
  • Separate living, dining and sleeping areas
  • Spacious lounge area
  • Dining table for 4 or 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
  • Maximum capacity: 2 adults and 2 children

Outdoors

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

Bedroom

  • Bespoke king-sized bed sleep system
  • Large double sofa bed
  • Down duvets and pillows
  • Extensive pillow selection
  • Large walk-in wardrobe with a seated vanity area

Bathroom

  • Luxurious marble bathroom with a bathtub or a separate walk-in
  • Shower (some suites feature both)
  • Plush bathrobes and slippers
  • Custom bath toiletries and amenities
  • Hairdryer and illuminated make-up/shaving mirrorInclusions

Stats

  • Total Suite Area: 70-149 sqm (753-1604 sq. ft)
  • Suite: 56-74 sqm (603-797 sq. ft)
  • Terrace: 14-75 sqm (151 807 sq. ft)

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
  • Coffee Machine
  • Pillow Menu Available
  • Free Wi-Fi

Cocoon Residence
1-4

For a true sense of being at home at sea, experience the sweeping decks and effortlessly elegant spaces of our Ocean Residences.

Enjoy perfect views of the oceans from your terrace's dining area and private outdoor whirlpool, and make the most of our dedicated butler service.

Features

  • Private butler services
  • Oversized floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the sea
  • Separate living, dining and sleeping areas
  • Spacious lounge area
  • Dining table for 4 or 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
  • Maximum capacity: 2 adults and 2 children

Outdoors

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

Bedroom

  • Bespoke king-sized bed sleep system
  • Large double sofa bed
  • Down duvets and pillows
  • Extensive pillow selection
  • Large walk-in wardrobe with a seated vanity area

Bathroom

  • Luxurious marble bathroom with a bathtub or a separate walk-in
  • Shower (some suites feature both)
  • Plush bathrobes and slippers
  • Custom bath toiletries and amenities
  • Hairdryer and illuminated make-up/shaving mirrorInclusions

Stats

  • Total Suite Area: 70-149 sqm (753-1604 sq. ft)
  • Suite: 56-74 sqm (603-797 sq. ft)
  • Terrace: 14-75 sqm (151 807 sq. ft)

Facilities

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

Premier Penthouse
1-4

The Ocean Penthouses offer a luxurious, spacious retreat with ocean-front floor-to-ceiling windows and expansive terraces to unwind and relax.

Our Ocean Penthouses have a characterful private dining area for four, and a calm, comfortable place to work, where you can entertain with others or spend time to yourself as you see fit.

Features

  • Spacious lounge area
  • Some of the suites feature separate living, dining and sleeping areas
  • 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
  • Safe accommodating most tablets and laptops
  • Maximum capacity: 2 adults / some suites with a capacity for 2 adults and 2 children under 18 years

Outdoors

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

Bedroom

  • Bespoke king-sized bed or twin beds sleep system
  • Down duvets and pillows
  • Some suites feature a double sofa bed
  • Extensive pillow selection
  • Spacious walk-in wardrobe with a seated vanity area

Bathroom

  • Spacious bathroom with a walk-in shower*
  • Plush bathrobes and slippers
  • Custom bath toiletries and amenities
  • Hairdryer and illuminated make-up/shaving mirror

*Some suites with bathtubs and accessible features

Stats

  • Total Suite Area: 43-68 sqm (463-732 sq. ft) 
  • Suite: 34-47 sqm (366-506 sq. ft)
  • Terrace: 9-21 sqm (97-226 q. ft)

Facilities

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

Grand Penthouse
1-4

The Ocean Penthouses offer a luxurious, spacious retreat with ocean-front floor-to-ceiling windows and expansive terraces to unwind and relax.

Our Ocean Penthouses have a characterful private dining area for four, and a calm, comfortable place to work, where you can entertain with others or spend time to yourself as you see fit.

Features

  • Spacious lounge area
  • Some of the suites feature separate living, dining and sleeping areas
  • 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
  • Safe accommodating most tablets and laptops
  • Maximum capacity: 2 adults / some suites with a capacity for 2 adults and 2 children under 18 years

Outdoors

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

Bedroom

  • Bespoke king-sized bed or twin beds sleep system
  • Down duvets and pillows
  • Some suites feature a double sofa bed
  • Extensive pillow selection
  • Spacious walk-in wardrobe with a seated vanity area

Bathroom

  • Spacious bathroom with a walk-in shower*
  • Plush bathrobes and slippers
  • Custom bath toiletries and amenities
  • Hairdryer and illuminated make-up/shaving mirror

*Some suites with bathtubs and accessible features

Stats

  • Total Suite Area: 43-68 sqm (463-732 sq. ft)
  • Suite: 34-47 sqm (366-506 sq. ft)
  • Terrace: 9-21 sqm (97-226 q. ft)

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
  • Coffee Machine
  • Pillow Menu Available

Deluxe Penthouse
1-4

The Ocean Penthouses offer a luxurious, spacious retreat with ocean-front floor-to-ceiling windows and expansive terraces to unwind and relax.

Our Ocean Penthouses have a characterful private dining area for four, and a calm, comfortable place to work, where you can entertain with others or spend time to yourself as you see fit.

Features

  • Spacious lounge area
  • Some of the suites feature separate living, dining and sleeping areas
  • 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
  • Safe accommodating most tablets and laptops
  • Maximum capacity: 2 adults / some suites with a capacity for 2 adults and 2 children under 18 years

Outdoors

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

Bedroom

  • Bespoke king-sized bed or twin beds sleep system
  • Down duvets and pillows
  • Some suites feature a double sofa bed
  • Extensive pillow selection
  • Spacious walk-in wardrobe with a seated vanity area

Bathroom

  • Spacious bathroom with a walk-in shower*
  • Plush bathrobes and slippers
  • Custom bath toiletries and amenities
  • Hairdryer and illuminated make-up/shaving mirror

*Some suites with bathtubs and accessible features

Stats

  • Total Suite Area: 43-68 sqm (463-732 sq. ft)
  • Suite: 34-47 sqm (366-506 sq. ft)
  • Terrace: 9-21 sqm (97-226 q. ft)

Facilities

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

Owner's Residence
1-4

The iconic Owner's Residence forms the largest accommodation on-board, with multiple harmonious spaces in which to relax, entertain and revive.Stand in awe of the panoramic ocean views from your private outdoor terrace - featuring a spacious whirlpool - and enjoy intuitive, intelligent service with a dedicated private butler.

Features

  • Dedicated private butler services
  • Oversized floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the sea
  • Separate living, dining and sleeping areas
  • Spacious lounge area
  • Dining table for 4 or 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
  • Maximum capacity: 4 adults

Outdoors

  • Panoramic ocean-front terrace covering the full ship's width, with private outdoor large whirlpool, day beds, a dining table, lounge area, shower and sun loungers

Bedroom

  • Bespoke king-sized bed sleep system
  • Large double sofa bed
  • Down duvets and pillows
  • Extensive pillow selection
  • Oversized dressing room

Bathroom

  • Luxurious marble double vanity bathroom
  • Spacious bathtub and separate shower room
  • Private steam room
  • Plush bathrobes and slippers
  • Custom bath toiletries and amenities
  • Hairdryer and illuminated make-up/shaving mirror

Stats

  • Total Suite Area: 280 sqm (3014 sq. ft)
  • Suite: 155 sqm (1668 sq. ft)
  • Terrace: 125 sqm (1345 sq. ft)

*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
  • Room Service Available
  • Free Mini Bar
  • Coffee Machine
  • Pillow Menu Available
  • Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Retreat Residence
1-4

For a true sense of being at home at sea, experience the sweeping decks and effortlessly elegant spaces of our Ocean Residences.

Enjoy perfect views of the oceans from your terrace's dining area and private outdoor whirlpool, and make the most of our dedicated butler service.

Features

  • Private butler services
  • Oversized floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the sea
  • Separate living, dining and sleeping areas
  • Spacious lounge area
  • Dining table for 4 or 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
  • Maximum capacity: 2 adults and 2 children

Outdoors

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

Bedroom

  • Bespoke king-sized bed sleep system
  • Large double sofa bed
  • Down duvets and pillows
  • Extensive pillow selection
  • Large walk-in wardrobe with a seated vanity area

Bathroom

  • Luxurious marble bathroom with a bathtub or a separate walk-in
  • Shower (some suites feature both)
  • Plush bathrobes and slippers
  • Custom bath toiletries and amenities
  • Hairdryer and illuminated make-up/shaving mirror

Stats

  • Total Suite Area: 70-149 sqm (753-1604 sq. ft) 
  • Suite: 56-74 sqm (603-797 sq. ft)
  • Terrace: 14-75 sqm (151 807 sq. ft)

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
  • Coffee Machine
  • Pillow Menu Available
  • Free Wi-Fi

Cove Residence with Whirlpool
1-2

More information coming soon.

Facilities

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

Penthouse
1-4

The Ocean Penthouses offer a luxurious, spacious retreat with ocean-front floor-to-ceiling windows and expansive terraces to unwind and relax.

Our Ocean Penthouses have a characterful private dining area for four, and a calm, comfortable place to work, where you can entertain with others or spend time to yourself as you see fit.

Features

  • Spacious lounge area
  • Some of the suites feature separate living, dining and sleeping areas
  • 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
  • Safe accommodating most tablets and laptops
  • Maximum capacity: 2 adults / some suites with a capacity for 2 adults and 2 children under 18 years

Outdoors

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

Bedroom

  • Bespoke king-sized bed or twin beds sleep system
  • Down duvets and pillows
  • Some suites feature a double sofa bed
  • Extensive pillow selection
  • Spacious walk-in wardrobe with a seated vanity area

Bathroom

  • Spacious bathroom with a walk-in shower*
  • Plush bathrobes and slippers
  • Custom bath toiletries and amenities
  • Hairdryer and illuminated make-up/shaving mirror

*Some suites with bathtubs and accessible features

Stats

  • Total Suite Area: 43-68 sqm (463-732 sq. ft)
  • Suite: 34-47 sqm (366-506 sq. ft)
  • Terrace: 9-21 sqm (97-226 q. ft)

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

Ocean Grand Terrace Suite
1-3

Our Ocean Terrace Suites elegantly combine space and light to help you truly relax and feel closer to the ocean that carries you on your journey.

Our Ocean Grand Terrace Suites feature a larger ocean-front terrace of 11 sqm (118 sq ft), featuring an outdoor dining area and comfortable daybed for relaxation. Floor-to-ceiling windows bathe the suites in light and private sun terraces help guests truly relax and bring them closer to the ocean that carries them on their journey. 

Features

  • 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
  • Maximum capacity: 2 adults / some suites with a capacity for 2 adults and 1 child under 18 years

Outdoors

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

Bedroom

  • Bespoke king-sized bed or twin beds sleep system
  • Down duvets and pillows
  • Extensive pillow selection
  • Spacious walk-in wardrobe with a seated vanity area

Bathroom

  • Spacious bathroom with a walk-in shower*
  • Plush bathrobes and slippers
  • Custom bath toiletries and amenities
  • Hairdryer and illuminated make-up/shaving mirror

* Some suites with bathtubs and accessible features

Stats

  • Total Suite Area: 35-39 sqm (377-420 sq. ft)
  • Suite: 28 sqm (301 sq. ft)
  • Terrace: 7-11 sqm (75-118 sq. ft)
  • Maximum capacity: 2 adults and 1 child under 18 years old

Facilities

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

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Day 1 Lisbon, Portugal

Set on seven hills on the banks of the River Tagus, Lisbon has been the capital of Portugal since the 13th century. It is a city famous for its majestic architecture, old wooden trams, Moorish features and more than twenty centuries of history. Following disastrous earthquakes in the 18th century, Lisbon was rebuilt by the Marques de Pombal who created an elegant city with wide boulevards and a great riverfront and square, Praça do Comércio. Today there are distinct modern and ancient sections, combining great shopping with culture and sightseeing in the Old Town, built on the city's terraced hillsides. The distance between the ship and your tour vehicle may vary. This distance is not included in the excursion grades.

Day 2 Leixões, Portugal

Ever since the Romans constructed a fort here and began using it as a trading post, Oporto has been a prosperous commercial centre. In the 15th and 16th centuries the city benefited from the wealth generated by Portugal's maritime discoveries, and later, the establishment of a lucrative wine trade with Britain compensated for the loss of the spice trade. Today, Portugal's second-largest city is a thriving, cosmopolitan place and is famous for its production of the fortified, sweet 'port' wine. Its historic centre is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the city was also awarded the status of European Capital of Culture in 2001. A large sandbar prevents ships from sailing into Oporto itself, so for over a century they have used nearby Leixões instead, a man-made seaport constructed nine miles from the city. Leixões is one of Portugal's major sea ports and is also home to one of the country's oldest football clubs, winners of the Taça de Portugal cup in 1961.

Day 3 La Coruña, Spain

La Coruña, the largest city in Spain's Galicia region, is among the country's busiest ports. The remote Galicia area is tucked into the northwest corner of the Iberian Peninsula, surprising visitors with its green and misty countryside that is so much unlike other parts of Spain. The name "Galicia" is Celtic in origin, for it was the Celts who occupied the region around the 6th-century BC and erected fortifications. La Coruña was already considered an important port under the Romans. They were followed by an invasion of Suevians, Visigoths and, much later in 730, the Moors. It was after Galicia was incorporated into the Kingdom of Asturias that the epic saga of the Pilgrimage to Santiago (St. James) began. From the 15th century, overseas trade developed rapidly; in 1720, La Coruña was granted the privilege of trading with America - a right previously only held by Cadiz and Seville. This was the great era when adventurous men voyaged to the colonies and returned with vast riches. Today, the city's significant expansion is evident in three distinct quarters: the town centre located along the isthmus; the business and commercial centre with wide avenues and shopping streets; and the "Ensanche" to the south, occupied by warehouses and factories. Many of the buildings in the old section feature the characteristic glazed façades that have earned La Coruña the name "City of Crystal." Plaza Maria Pita, the beautiful main square, is named after the local heroine who saved the town in 1589 when she seized the English standard from the beacon and gave the alarm, warning her fellow townsmen of the English attack.

Day 4  Cruising

Day 5 Bordeaux, France

Bordeaux as a whole, rather than any particular points within it, is what you'll want to visit in order to understand why Victor Hugo described it as Versailles plus Antwerp, and why the painter Francisco de Goya, when exiled from his native Spain, chose it as his last home (he died here in 1828). The capital of southwest France and the region's largest city, Bordeaux remains synonymous with the wine trade: wine shippers have long maintained their headquarters along the banks of the Garonne, while buyers from around the world arrive for the huge biennial Vinexpo show (held in odd-number years).Bordeaux is, admittedly, a less exuberant city than many others in France, but lively and stylish elements are making a dent in its conservative veneer. The cleaned-up riverfront is said by some, after a bottle or two, to exude an elegance reminiscent of St. Petersburg, and that aura of 18th-century élan also permeates the historic downtown sector—“le vieux Bordeaux"—where fine shops invite exploration. To the south of the city center are old docklands undergoing renewal—one train station has now been transformed into a big multiplex movie theater—but the area is still a bit shady. To get a feel for the historic port of Bordeaux, take the 90-minute boat trip that leaves Quai Louis-XVIII every weekday afternoon, or the regular passenger ferry that plies the Garonne between Quai Richelieu and the Pont d'Aquitaine in summer. A nice time to stroll around the city center is the first Sunday of the month, when it's pedestrian-only and vehicles are banned.

Day 6 Bordeaux, France

Bordeaux as a whole, rather than any particular points within it, is what you'll want to visit in order to understand why Victor Hugo described it as Versailles plus Antwerp, and why the painter Francisco de Goya, when exiled from his native Spain, chose it as his last home (he died here in 1828). The capital of southwest France and the region's largest city, Bordeaux remains synonymous with the wine trade: wine shippers have long maintained their headquarters along the banks of the Garonne, while buyers from around the world arrive for the huge biennial Vinexpo show (held in odd-number years).Bordeaux is, admittedly, a less exuberant city than many others in France, but lively and stylish elements are making a dent in its conservative veneer. The cleaned-up riverfront is said by some, after a bottle or two, to exude an elegance reminiscent of St. Petersburg, and that aura of 18th-century élan also permeates the historic downtown sector—“le vieux Bordeaux"—where fine shops invite exploration. To the south of the city center are old docklands undergoing renewal—one train station has now been transformed into a big multiplex movie theater—but the area is still a bit shady. To get a feel for the historic port of Bordeaux, take the 90-minute boat trip that leaves Quai Louis-XVIII every weekday afternoon, or the regular passenger ferry that plies the Garonne between Quai Richelieu and the Pont d'Aquitaine in summer. A nice time to stroll around the city center is the first Sunday of the month, when it's pedestrian-only and vehicles are banned.

Day 7 Saint-Malo, France

Thrust out into the sea and bound to the mainland only by tenuous man-made causeways, romantic St-Malo has built a reputation as a breeding ground for phenomenal sailors. Many were fishermen, but others—most notably Jacques Cartier, who claimed Canada for Francis I in 1534—were New World explorers. Still others were corsairs, "sea dogs" paid by the French crown to harass the Limeys across the Channel: legendary ones like Robert Surcouf and Duguay-Trouin helped make St-Malo rich through their pillaging, in the process earning it the nickname "the pirates' city." The St-Malo you see today isn't quite the one they called home because a weeklong fire in 1944, kindled by retreating Nazis, wiped out nearly all of the old buildings. Restoration work was more painstaking than brilliant, but the narrow streets and granite houses of the Vieille Ville were satisfactorily recreated, enabling St-Malo to regain its role as a busy fishing port, seaside resort, and tourist destination. The ramparts that help define this city figuratively and literally are authentic, and the flames also spared houses along Rue de Pelicot in the Vieille Ville. Battalions of tourists invade this quaint part of town in summer, so arrive off-season if you want to avoid crowds.

Day 8 Southampton, England

Lying near the head of Southampton Water, a peninsula between the estuaries of the Rivers Test and Itchen, Southampton is Britain's largest cruise port. It has been one of England's major ports since the Middle Ages, when it exported wool and hides from the hinterland and imported wine from Bordeaux. The city suffered heavy damage during World War Two and as a result the centre has been extensively rebuilt, but there are still some interesting medieval buildings including the Bargate, one of the finest city gatehouses in England.

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