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Explora II

21-Night An Extended Journey Of Returning Tides & New Shores Cruise from Athens

Explora Class · Explora II

Roundtrip from Athens

Sails Mon, Oct 19, 202621 nightsCruiseOnly

Round tripfrom Piraeus (Athens) · 18 ports

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$688 / night avg · taxes & fees included

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Today: $14,450Lowest tracked: $10,115

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6-day low

$10,115

6-day high

$15,385

6-day avg

$13,430

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Your 21-night itinerary

19 ports and 3 sea days on this sailing.

Itinerary map — Piraeus (Athens) → Syros (Syra) → Mykonos → Santorini → Pylos → Kotor → Gallipoli → Hvar → Rijeka → Fusina (Venice)

Day 11
Piraeus (Athens)Embark
Departs 8:00 PM
Sailings from Piraeus (Athens)
Day 22
Syros (Syra)
Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 8:00 PM
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Day 33
Mykonos
Arrives 9:00 AM · Departs 8:00 PM
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Day 44
Santorini
Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 6:00 PM
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Day 55
Pylos
Arrives 9:00 AM · Departs 7:00 PM
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Day 66
At seaSea day
Enjoy a relaxing day at sea — spa, pools, dining and onboard activities.
Day 77
Kotor
Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 6:00 PM
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Day 88
Gallipoli
Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 6:00 PM
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Day 99
Hvar
Arrives 12:00 PM · Departs 8:00 PM
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Day 1010
Rijeka
Arrives 9:00 AM · Departs 8:00 PM
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Day 1111
Fusina (Venice)
Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 6:00 PM
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Day 1212
Zadar
Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 6:00 PM
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Day 1313
Dubrovnik
Arrives 9:00 AM · Departs 6:00 PM
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Day 1414
Corfu
Arrives 9:00 AM · Departs 6:00 PM
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Day 1515
At seaSea day
Enjoy a relaxing day at sea — spa, pools, dining and onboard activities.
Day 1616
Volos
Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 8:00 PM
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Day 1717
Thessaloniki
Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 8:00 PM
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Day 1818
At seaSea day
Enjoy a relaxing day at sea — spa, pools, dining and onboard activities.
Day 1919
Mykonos
Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 8:00 PM
Return visit (first on day 3)
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Day 2020
Milos
Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 6:00 PM
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Day 2121
Nafplion
Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 6:00 PM
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Day 2222
Piraeus (Athens)Disembark
Arrives 7:00 AM
Sailings from Piraeus (Athens)

Cabins & suites

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$14,450$688 / night

Ship experience

Onboard dining, entertainment, and venues

About this ship

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.

Ports of call

Where you stop and how long you stay

Piraeus (Athens)
Days 1, 22
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Piraeus (Athens)
Syros (Syra)
Day 2
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Syros (Syra)
Mykonos
Days 3, 19
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Mykonos
Santorini
Day 4
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Santorini
Pylos
Day 5
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Pylos
Kotor
Day 7
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Kotor
Gallipoli
Day 8
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Gallipoli
Hvar
Day 9
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Hvar
Rijeka
Day 10
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Rijeka
Fusina (Venice)
Day 11
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Fusina (Venice)
Zadar
Day 12
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Zadar
Dubrovnik
Day 13
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Dubrovnik
Corfu
Day 14
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Corfu
Volos
Day 16
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Volos
Thessaloniki
Day 17
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Thessaloniki
Milos
Day 20
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Milos
Nafplion
Day 21
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Nafplion

What's included & extra

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Included

Main dining rooms — Traditional complimentary dining
Pools & fitness — Ship amenities vary by vessel
Dining
Shopping

Extra cost

Marble and Co Grill — Marble & Co. Grill is a vibrant celebration of European steakhouse tradition, elevated by French-ins
Med Yacht Club — Inspired by the region’s sun-drenched coastlines, Med Yacht Club captures the easy rhythm and conviv
In Suite Dining — Dine in style at the comfort of your private space.
Steakhouse — A true culinary experience, and opportunity to try beautiful aged beef.
Helios Pool and Bar — Inspired by the Ancient Greek God of Sun, Helios, translating literally to sun in Greek, is an adult
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 exp

Policies & FAQ

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Ship specifications

Bars / Lounges: 12
Dining / Restaurants: 6
Fitness Center: Yes
Gross Tonnage: 63,900
Maiden Voyage: 2024
Number of Decks: 14
Registry: Malta
Ship Class: Explora Class
Spa: Yes
Staterooms / Suites: 461
Swimming Pools: 4
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes

Prices shown are per person, based on double occupancy, and include taxes and port fees where available. Gratuities and optional extras are not included. All fares are subject to availability and may change. Final pricing will be confirmed at time of booking.