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Explora V

7-Night A Journey Through Italy's Timeless Wonders To Istanbul's Vibrant Soul Cruise from Rome (Civitavecchia)

Explora Class · Explora V

Civitavecchia (Rome), Port Of Naples, and Messina (Sicily)

Sails Sat, Dec 4, 20277 nightsCruiseOnly

One-wayCivitavecchia (Rome)Istanbul · 6 ports

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$627 / night avg · taxes & fees included

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Today: $4,392Lowest tracked: $4,392

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6-day low

$4,392

6-day high

$4,875

6-day avg

$4,584

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Your 7-night itinerary

7 ports and 1 sea day on this sailing.

Itinerary map — Civitavecchia (Rome) → Port Of Naples → Messina (Sicily) → Piraeus (Athens) → Volos → Istanbul

Day 11
Civitavecchia (Rome)Embark
Departs 8:00 PM
Sailings from Civitavecchia (Rome)
Day 22
Port Of Naples
Arrives 9:00 AM · Departs 7:00 PM
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Day 33
Messina (Sicily)
Arrives 9:00 AM · Departs 7:00 PM
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Day 44
At seaSea day
Enjoy a relaxing day at sea — spa, pools, dining and onboard activities.
Day 55
Piraeus (Athens)
Arrives 9:00 AM · Departs 5:00 PM
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Day 66
Volos
Arrives 9:00 AM · Departs 7:00 PM
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Day 77
Istanbul
Arrives 7:00 PM
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Day 88
IstanbulDisembark
Arrives 8:00 AM
Sailings from Istanbul

Cabins & suites

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$4,392$627 / night

Ship experience

Onboard dining, entertainment, and venues

About this ship

Every moment aboard EXPLORA V is designed to awaken a sense of space and ease, with an intimate atmosphere and a seamless connection to the ocean.

Ports of call

Where you stop and how long you stay

Civitavecchia (Rome)
Day 1
Sailings from Civitavecchia (Rome)
Civitavecchia (Rome)
Port Of Naples
Day 2
Cruises visiting Port Of Naples
Port Of Naples
Messina (Sicily)
Day 3
Cruises visiting Messina (Sicily)
Messina (Sicily)
Piraeus (Athens)
Day 5
Cruises visiting Piraeus (Athens)
Piraeus (Athens)
Volos
Day 6
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Volos
Istanbul
Days 7, 8
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Istanbul

What's included & extra

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Included

Main dining rooms — Traditional complimentary dining
Pools & fitness — Ship amenities vary by vessel
Outdoor Activities
Kids & Teens

Extra cost

Dining — Sakura offers authentic Pan-Asian cuisine with flavors from Japan, Thailand, Vietnam, and Malaysia. The intimate dining
Emporium Marketplace — Experience global culinary excellence at Emporium Marketplace, an all-day dining space offering dive
Marble and Co Grill — Marble & Co. Grill redefines the steakhouse experience, serving exceptional cuts of sustainably farm
Med Yacht Club — Inspired by Mediterranean beach clubs, the Med Yacht Club offers a refined dining experience with a
Sakura — Sakura offers authentic Pan-Asian cuisine with flavors from Japan, Thailand, Vietnam, and Malaysia.
Explora Lounge — The Explora Lounge is a central, light-filled meeting place where guests can enjoy beautiful ocean v
Atoll Pool and Bar — A laidback venue where guests can enjoy the sun, sea and serenity day-long, accompanied by a selecti
Helios Pool and Bar — It is an adults-only area and the sunniest spot onboard. Guests can enjoy lying by the pool or loung

Policies & FAQ

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Ship specifications

Bars / Lounges: 12
Beam: 108 ft (32.9 m)
Dining / Restaurants: 7
Fitness Center: Yes
Gross Tonnage: 72,810
Maiden Voyage: December, 2027
Maximum Speed: 20 knots
Number of Decks: 14
Number of Suites: 461
Ship Class: Explora Class
Ship Length: 879 ft (268 m)
Spa: Yes
Swimming Pools: 5

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.