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Explora II

29-Night An Extended Journey Across Three Seas, From The Aegean To The Atlantic Cruise from Athens

Explora Class · Explora II

Piraeus (Athens), Santorini, and La Valletta

Sails Sun, Nov 29, 202629 nightsCruiseOnly
One-wayPiraeus (Athens)Barcelona · 21 ports

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$515 / night avg · taxes & fees included

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Day by day

Your 29-night itinerary

24 ports and 6 sea days on this sailing.

Itinerary map
Piraeus (Athens) → Santorini → La Valletta → Messina (Sicily) → Port Of Naples → Civitavecchia (Rome) → Livorno (Florence) → Villefranche-Sur-Mer(Nice) → Barcelona → Ceuta
  1. Day 11
    Piraeus (Athens)Embark

    Departs 7:00 PM

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  2. Day 22
    Santorini

    Arrives 9:00 AM · Departs 7:00 PM

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  3. Day 33
    At seaSea day

    Enjoy a relaxing day at sea — spa, pools, dining and onboard activities.

  4. Day 44
    La Valletta

    Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 6:00 PM

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  5. Day 55
    Messina (Sicily)

    Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 6:00 PM

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  6. Day 66
    Port Of Naples

    Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 7:00 PM

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  7. Day 77
    Civitavecchia (Rome)

    Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 8:00 PM

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  8. Day 88
    Livorno (Florence)

    Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 8:00 PM

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  9. Day 99
    Villefranche-Sur-Mer(Nice)

    Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 8:00 PM

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  10. Day 1010
    At seaSea day

    Enjoy a relaxing day at sea — spa, pools, dining and onboard activities.

  11. Day 1111
    Barcelona

    Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 5:00 PM

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  12. Day 1212
    At seaSea day

    Enjoy a relaxing day at sea — spa, pools, dining and onboard activities.

  13. Day 1313
    Ceuta

    Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 5:00 PM

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  14. Day 1414
    Casablanca

    Arrives 8:00 AM

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  15. Day 1515
    Casablanca

    Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 8:00 PM

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  16. Day 1616
    At seaSea day

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  17. Day 1717
    Arrecife (Lanzarote)

    Arrives 9:00 AM · Departs 7:00 PM

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  18. Day 1818
    Santa Cruz De Tenerife

    Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 8:00 PM

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  19. Day 1919
    San Sebastian De La Gomera

    Arrives 9:00 AM · Departs 5:00 PM

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  20. Day 2020
    Funchal (Madeira)

    Arrives 10:00 AM

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  21. Day 2121
    Funchal (Madeira)

    Departs 6:00 PM

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  22. Day 2222
    At seaSea day

    Enjoy a relaxing day at sea — spa, pools, dining and onboard activities.

  23. Day 2323
    Lisbon

    Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 11:59 PM

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  24. Day 2424
    Lisbon

    Departs 8:00 AM

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  25. Day 2525
    Gibraltar

    Arrives 3:00 PM · Departs 10:00 PM

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  26. Day 2626
    Malaga, Spain

    Arrives 9:00 AM · Departs 11:30 PM

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  27. Day 2727
    At seaSea day

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  28. Day 2828
    Alicante

    Arrives 9:00 AM · Departs 7:00 PM

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  29. Day 2929
    Ibiza

    Arrives 11:30 AM · Departs 9:00 PM

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  30. Day 3030
    BarcelonaDisembark

    Arrives 8:00 AM

    Return visit (first on day 11)

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    $14,945$515 / night

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Price intelligence

14 days tracked · crawled daily

Fare history for this sailing, per cabin. Timing comes from the same rules as the badges on the cabin cards above.

Fare today
$14,945
Suite, per person
vs window avg
−10.9%
avg $16,766
Window position
29th
$13,385 – $18,710
~14-day trend
−16.3%
from $17,850
Suite fareLowest tracked
$18,710$16,048$13,385$13,385$14,945
No strong signal

Suite — $14,945, −10.9% vs the tracking-window average and −16.3% over ~14 days. Inside the band where we make no timing call.

No timing badge on the Suite cabin card either.

Based on our price history, not a promise. Fare movement only — no inventory or sell-out data.

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

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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
Number of Suites
461
Registry
Malta
Ship Class
Explora Class
Spa
Yes
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.

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Sail date

Sun, Nov 29, 2026

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