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Explora II

14-Night An Extended Journey Through Sunlit Harbours, Alluring Port Cities & Scenic Islands Cruise from Rome (Civitavecchia)

Explora Class · Explora II

Roundtrip from Rome (Civitavecchia)

Sails Mon, Sep 11, 202814 nightsCruiseOnly

Round tripfrom Civitavecchia (Rome) · 13 ports

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$734 / night avg · taxes & fees included

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Today: $10,275Lowest tracked: $9,590

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4-day low

$9,590

4-day high

$13,700

4-day avg

$10,789

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Day by day

Your 14-night itinerary

14 ports and 2 sea days on this sailing.

Day 11
Civitavecchia (Rome)Embark
Departs 8:00 PM
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Day 22
Calvi (Corsica)
Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 6:00 PM
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Day 33
Genoa
Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 3:00 PM
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Day 33
Portofino
Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 3:00 PM
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Day 44
Villefranche-Sur-Mer(Nice)
Arrives 5:30 PM · Departs 11:00 PM
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Day 55
At seaSea day
Enjoy a relaxing day at sea — spa, pools, dining and onboard activities.
Day 66
Palamos
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Day 77
Palma De Mallorca
Arrives 9:00 AM · Departs 7:00 PM
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Day 88
Barcelona
Arrives 9:00 AM · Departs 7:00 PM
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Day 99
At seaSea day
Enjoy a relaxing day at sea — spa, pools, dining and onboard activities.
Day 1010
Olbia (Sardinia)
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Day 1111
Porto Santo Stefano (Argentario)
Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 7:00 PM
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Day 1212
Monte Carlo
Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 8:00 PM
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Day 1313
Cannes
Arrives 9:00 AM · Departs 9:00 PM
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Day 1414
Livorno (Florence)
Arrives 9:00 AM · Departs 6:00 PM
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Day 1515
Civitavecchia (Rome)Disembark
Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 8:00 PM
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Cabins & suites

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$10,275$734 / 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 nine 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

Civitavecchia (Rome)
Days 1, 15
Sailings from Civitavecchia (Rome)
Civitavecchia (Rome)
Calvi (Corsica)
Day 2
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Calvi (Corsica)
Genoa
Day 3
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Genoa
Portofino
Day 3
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Portofino
Villefranche-Sur-Mer(Nice)
Day 4
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Villefranche-Sur-Mer(Nice)
Palamos
Day 6
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Palamos
Palma De Mallorca
Day 7
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Palma De Mallorca
Barcelona
Day 8
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Barcelona
Olbia (Sardinia)
Day 10
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Olbia (Sardinia)
Porto Santo Stefano (Argentario)
Day 11
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Porto Santo Stefano (Argentario)
Monte Carlo
Day 12
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Monte Carlo
Cannes
Day 13
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Cannes
Livorno (Florence)
Day 14
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Livorno (Florence)

What's included & extra

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Included

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

Extra cost

Anthology — Anthology. Open for dinner. Fee Applies
Chefs Kitchen — A unique culinary experience allowing you to prepare exquisite meals with the help of talented chefs
In Suite Dining — Dine in style at the comfort of your private space. Available 24 hours
Steakhouse — A true culinary experience, and opportunity to try beautiful aged beef. Open for dinner
Bar & Lounges — All created with an appreciation for experiences, rituals, imaginative beverage creations, and curated sounds inspired b
Malt Whiskey Bar — Malt Whiskey Bar.
Sky Bar on 14 — Sky Bar on 14.
Lobby Bar — Lobby Bar.

Policies & FAQ

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Ship specifications

Bars / Lounges: 12
Dining / Restaurants: 9
Fitness Center: Yes
Gross Tonnage: 63, 900 GT
Maiden Voyage: 2024
Number of Decks: 14
Pool: Yes
Registry: Malta
Ship Class: Explora Class
Spa: Yes
Staterooms / Suites: 461
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.