A Journey Along Italy’s Riviera & Sapphire Shores
Explora Journeys · EXPLORA I
Depart
May 24, 2027
Return
Jun 1, 2027
Port
Civitavecchia, Rome
Nights
8 nights
At a glance
- Launched
- 2023
- Tonnage
- 63900
- Cabins
- 461
- Crew
- 700
EXPLORA I, the first of four luxury best-in-class ships, will set sail in 2023, with the remaining ships ready to set sail in 2024, 2025 and 2026. Exquisitely designed with the guest and relaxed, home-like comfort in mind - and in partnership with the world’s foremost superyacht and luxury hospitality designers - the innovative ship will seamlessly blend elegant Swiss precision with modern European craftsmanship and vibrant design. With 461 oceanfront suites, penthouses and residences, guests will enjoy feeling closer to the sea and in port thanks to their floor-to-ceiling windows and personal private terrace. Suites will start at 35 sqm (377 sq ft) which makes them among the most spacious for the luxury cruise category. Fourteen decks will provide ample indoor public space, maximising guest choice and create areas of quiet seclusion and privacy. Generous outdoor decks will boast more than 2,500 sqm (26,909 sq ft) delivering stunning views of the sea, with 64 private cabanas across 3 outdoor pools. A fourth pool, with a retractable glass roof, will allow swimming and poolside relaxation in any weather. Combined with various indoor and outdoor whirlpools on the ship’s promenade deck, the ship has been designed with water as a real focal point of the onboard experience - helping our guests discover their ocean state of mind. Tailored to suit personal preferences, flexible dining times at nine distinct restaurants will provide unrivalled variety at sea. Each venue will celebrate global culinary talents, with a focus on provenance and wholesome ingredients sustainably sourced from local partners. To make sure guests are spoilt for choice, several indoor and outdoor bars and lounges will also be in place to unwind and relax. The wellbeing experience onboard was inspired by our love for the sea, with a spacious indoor/outdoor spa and fitness area on board. From treatment rooms to state-of-the-art fitness equipment, group workout classes to personal training appointments, tailor-made programmes make keeping well while on holiday effortless and enjoyable. Bespoke wellness experiences at each destination will make relaxation and rejuvenation easily accessible both onboard and ashore.
Ship features
- Anthology
- Anthology 1
- Emporium
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On board
Grill
Marble grill
Itinerary
- 1Civitavecchia (Rome)Days 1, 9 · Departure & return
- 2Livorno (Florence)Day 2
- 3Genoa, ItalyDay 3
- 4PortofinoDay 3
- 5CannesDay 4
- 6Saint-TropezDay 5
- 7Porto Cervo (Sardinia)Day 6
- 8Sardinia/CagliariDay 7
Lines connect the ports in visiting order; the sailing path may vary.
Cruise from Civitavecchia, Rome and back
Day 1Civitavecchia (Rome)May 24, 2027 • Departs at: 8 pm
There’s more to Rome than its ancient architecture. The Eternal City is home to a seemingly endless array of hidden gems. The artistic-minded can enjoy fashion aristocracy, street art, vespa jaunts to The Appian Way and toss coins into fountains. Or you can stroll by appointment to Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel and the Pope’s private quarters at the Vatican. Explore the historic ruins of The Colosseum, Caravaggio churches, the Spanish Steps and The Pantheon. Learn how to make pasta the true Italian way, hunt truffles, nibble gelato, sip coffee and sink into a 3000 year old pool for a wellness experience. an ode to homespun pasta at a Renaissance piazza. When in Rome, fusing old with new makes it simple to indulge in whatever you like.
Day 2Livorno (Florence)May 25, 2027 • Arrives at: 8 am • Departs at: 9 pm
Day 3Genoa, ItalyMay 26, 2027 • Arrives at: 8 am • Departs at: 3 pm
Day 3PortofinoMay 26, 2027 • Arrives at: 5:30 pm • Departs at: 11:55 pm
Day 4CannesMay 27, 2027 • Arrives at: 9 am • Departs at: 10 pm
Yacht-studded seas and palm trees form Cannes’ iconic Riviera backdrop. Yet inside are a swish marina, perfumed forests, casinos, iconic boutiques, cinematic heritage, and supermodels. Stroll ancient narrow winding streets of the hilly Le Suquet and feel its medieval past, shop fashion labels on palm-flanked La Croisette, slide into sleek Michelin-starred restaurants, and lie low in plush beach clubs where glittering sea views take central stage. Peace seekers may ferry to leafy island of Saint-Honorat and the 500-year-old monastery. Take a spin along the Cote d’Azur to moneyed Monaco or glitzy St Tropez. Cannes has curves in all the right places – the oh so French social hub that defines seaside glamour.
Day 5Saint-TropezMay 28, 2027 • Arrives at: 9 am • Departs at: 7 pm
Saunter into the sultry, sophisticated stretch of the French Riviera. Bardot and blonde beer shine bright in this playground of international glitterati. Bask in the Mediterranean sun, mingle with movie stars, admire the super yachts and enjoy champagne in effortlessly chic cocktail bars. Then slide away from the jet set to take in breathtaking landscapes and verdant hillsides, all the while feasting on the very best fresh local produce. After all the decadence and glamour that the Cote d'Azur delivers, we continue our journey to somewhere a little calmer.
Day 6Porto Cervo (Sardinia)May 29, 2027 • Arrives at: 9 am • Departs at: 9 pm
Day 7Sardinia/CagliariMay 30, 2027 • Arrives at: 9 am • Departs at: 7 pm
Day 8At SeaMay 31, 2027
Day 9Civitavecchia (Rome)Jun 1, 2027 • Arrives at: 7 am • Departs at: 6 pm
There’s more to Rome than its ancient architecture. The Eternal City is home to a seemingly endless array of hidden gems. The artistic-minded can enjoy fashion aristocracy, street art, vespa jaunts to The Appian Way and toss coins into fountains. Or you can stroll by appointment to Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel and the Pope’s private quarters at the Vatican. Explore the historic ruins of The Colosseum, Caravaggio churches, the Spanish Steps and The Pantheon. Learn how to make pasta the true Italian way, hunt truffles, nibble gelato, sip coffee and sink into a 3000 year old pool for a wellness experience. an ode to homespun pasta at a Renaissance piazza. When in Rome, fusing old with new makes it simple to indulge in whatever you like.
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