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Trip Nameaegean legends & coastal grace aboard explora i

DepartsJul 192025

Duration7Nights

Shipexplora i

Cruise Typeluxury cruise & yachts

Fares From$4,850 PP

Cruise CodeCW2025071048

itinerary
what's included
cabins & suites
land programs
ship details
onboard activities

Itinerary & Excursions

A list of all excursions and itineraries.
Day	Date	Port	Arrive	Depart
1	Jul 19Sat	Athens, Greece	-	7:00 PM
2	Jul 20Sun	Mykonos, Greece	9:00 AM	1:00 AM
3	Jul 21Mon	Patmos, Greece	10:00 AM	6:00 PM
4	Jul 22Tue	Volos, Greece	9:00 AM	9:00 PM
5	Jul 23Wed	Thessaloniki, Greece	9:00 AM	8:00 PM
6	Jul 24Thu	Kavala (Philippi), Greece	9:00 AM	8:00 PM
7	Jul 25Fri	Sea Day	-	-
8	Jul 26Sat	Istanbul, Turkey	7:00 AM	-

Uncover the soul of the Aegean on this 7-night journey of elegance and enrichment aboard Explora I. Departing from historic Athens, this all-inclusive voyage takes you to the whitewashed beauty of Mykonos, the sacred island of Patmos, and the cultural treasures of Volos, Thessaloniki, and Kavala (Philippi). Enjoy immersive guided experiences, leisurely port calls, and unrivaled onboard sophistication before your journey concludes in mesmerizing Istanbul. With overnight stays and a refined ambiance, this is Mediterranean cruising redefined.

What's Included

Hotel-style Accomodation

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner with Snacks

Soft Drinks & Water

World-Class Shows & Entertainment

Sail Away Parties & Theme Nights

Pool & hot tubs

Gym & Fitness Center

Spa & 5-star Amenities

Kids Club

Port taxes & charges

Shuttle from Port to city where applicable

Complimentary Room Service

Tips & Gratuities

Drinks Package

Free Wifi

Suites, Fares & Availability

Ocean Terrace Suites

Ocean view | king | 377 sq ft

Spacious elegant suites designed to make you feel at home

FEATURES

Oversized floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the sea
Lounge area with coffee/dining table
In-suite welcome bottle of champagne
refrigerated mini-bar, replenished according to the guests’ preferences from a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
Espresso machine, kettle and tea pot with a complimentary selection of coffee and teas
Complimentary personal refillable water bottle for each guest
Pair of binoculars for guests' use during their journey
Safe accommodating most tablets and laptops

BEDROOM

Bespoke king-sized bed sleep system - size: 180 x 200 cm, Some suites with twin beds
Plush fine bed linens, pillows & Duvets
Spacious walk-in wardrobe with a seated vanity area

BATHROOM

Spacious bathroom with a walk-in shower and heated floors
Plush bathrobes and bath linens
Custom bath toiletries and amenities
Dyson Supersonic TM hairdryer and illuminated make-up/shaving mirror

OUTDOOR

Spacious ocean-front terrace with a dining area
Comfortable daybed for relaxation

Ocean Grand Terrace Suites

Ocean view | king | 420 sq ft

An Ocean Grand Terrace Suites offer a more spacious private sun terrace, allowing guests to savour the ocean from the comfort of their daybed.

FEATURES

Oversized floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the sea
Lounge area with coffee/dining table
In-suite welcome bottle of champagne
refrigerated mini-bar, replenished according to the guests’ preferences from a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
Espresso machine, kettle and tea pot with a complimentary selection of coffee and teas
Complimentary personal refillable water bottle for each guest
Pair of binoculars for guests' use during their journey
Safe accommodating most tablets and laptops

BEDROOM

Bespoke king-sized bed sleep system - size: 180 x 200 cm, Some suites with twin beds
Plush fine bed linens, pillows & Duvets
Spacious walk-in wardrobe with a seated vanity area

BATHROOM

Spacious bathroom with a walk-in shower and heated floors
Plush bathrobes and bath linens
Custom bath toiletries and amenities
Dyson Supersonic TM hairdryer and illuminated make-up/shaving mirror

OUTDOOR

Spacious ocean-front terrace with a dining area
Comfortable daybed for relaxation

Penthouses

Ocean Terrace | King size | 463 sq ft

Each Penthouses offers a spacious living area, a neat work space and a separate dining area for four, allowing guests to entertain others or retreat in style as they see fit.

FEATURES

Oversized floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the sea
Spacious lounge area & Dining table for 4 guests
In-suite welcome bottle of champagne
refrigerated mini-bar, replenished according to the guests’ preferences from a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
Espresso machine, kettle and tea pot with a complimentary selection of coffee and teas
Complimentary personal refillable water bottle for each guest
Pair of binoculars for guests' use during their journey
Technogym Case Kit with a smart range of fitness gear
Safe accommodating most tablets and laptops

BEDROOM

Bespoke king-sized bed sleep system - size: 180 x 200 cm
Plush Bed linens,duvets and pillows

Spacious walk-in wardrobe with a seated vanity area

BATHROOM

Spacious bathroom with a walk-in shower and heated floors
Plush bathrobes, linens,Custom bath toiletries
Dyson Supersonic TM hairdryer and illuminated make-up/shaving mirror

OUTDOOR

Spacious ocean-front terrace with a dining area
Comfortable daybed for relaxation

explora Journeys, Luxury Cruise, Super Yacht, Yacht Cruise

Premier Penthouses

Ocean Suite | King size | 560 sq ft

Each Penthouses offers a spacious living area, a neat work space and a separate dining area for four, allowing guests to entertain others or retreat in style as they see fit.

FEATURES

Oversized floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the sea
Spacious lounge area & Dining table for 4 guests
In-suite welcome bottle of champagne
refrigerated mini-bar, replenished according to the guests’ preferences from a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
Espresso machine, kettle and tea pot with a complimentary selection of coffee and teas
Complimentary personal refillable water bottle for each guest
Pair of binoculars for guests' use during their journey
Technogym Case Kit with a smart range of fitness gear
Safe accommodating most tablets and laptops

BEDROOM

Bespoke king-sized bed sleep system - size: 180 x 200 cm
Plush Bed linens,duvets and pillows

Spacious walk-in wardrobe with a seated vanity area

BATHROOM

Spacious bathroom with a walk-in shower and heated floors
Plush bathrobes, linens,Custom bath toiletries
Dyson Supersonic TM hairdryer and illuminated make-up/shaving mirror

OUTDOOR

Spacious ocean-front terrace with a dining area
Comfortable daybed for relaxation

xplora Journeys, EXPLORA I, Deluxe Penthouse

Deluxe Penthouses

Ocean Suite | King size | 517 sq ft

Each Penthouses offers a spacious living area, a neat work space and a separate dining area for four, allowing guests to entertain others or retreat in style as they see fit.

FEATURES

Oversized floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the sea
Spacious lounge area & Dining table for 4 guests
In-suite welcome bottle of champagne
refrigerated mini-bar, replenished according to the guests’ preferences from a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
Espresso machine, kettle and tea pot with a complimentary selection of coffee and teas
Complimentary personal refillable water bottle for each guest
Pair of binoculars for guests' use during their journey
Technogym Case Kit with a smart range of fitness gear
Safe accommodating most tablets and laptops

BEDROOM

Bespoke king-sized bed sleep system - size: 180 x 200 cm
Plush Bed linens,duvets and pillows

Spacious walk-in wardrobe with a seated vanity area

BATHROOM

Spacious bathroom with a walk-in shower and heated floors
Plush bathrobes, linens,Custom bath toiletries
Dyson Supersonic TM hairdryer and illuminated make-up/shaving mirror

OUTDOOR

Spacious ocean-front terrace with a dining area
Comfortable daybed for relaxation

Cove Residences

Ocean Residences | King Bed | 753 sq ft

For a true sense of being at home at sea, experience the sweeping decks and effortlessly elegant spaces of the Cove Residences.

FEATURES

Private butler services from our Residence Hosts
Oversized floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the sea
Separate living, dining and bedroom
Spacious lounge area & Dining table for 4 guests
Spacious work desk area
In-suite welcome bottle of champagne
refrigerated mini-bar, replenished according to the guests’ preferences from a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
Cocktail making set, Espresso machine, kettle and tea pot with selection of coffee and teas
personal refillable water bottle for each guest
Pair of binoculars for guests' use during their journey
Technogym Case Kit with a smart range of fitness gear

Smart technology for light, heating, air conditioning and curtain control
BEDROOM

Bespoke king-sized bed sleep system - size: 180 x 200 cm
Featuring a double sofa bed
Plush bed linens, pillows and duvets

Spacious walk-in wardrobe with a seated vanity area

BATHROOM

Spacious bathroom with a walk-in shower and heated floors
Plush bathrobes & Custom bath amenities
Dyson Supersonic TM hairdryer and illuminated make-up/shaving mirror

OUTDOOR

Spacious ocean-front terrace with private outdoor whirlpool, a dining table and sun loungers or a daybed

Retreat Residences

Ocean Residences | King Bed | 830 sq ft

Eplora 1 luxurious Retreat Residences offer oversized floor-to-ceiling windows leading onto a spacious sun terrace with a private whirlpool, private butler services is on hand for our guests’ every whim, as well as a dining area for up to four guests, a separate living area and calm workspace.

FEATURES

Private butler services from our Residence Hosts
Oversized floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the sea
Separate living, dining and bedroom
Spacious lounge area & Dining table for 4 guests
Spacious work desk area
In-suite welcome bottle of champagne
refrigerated mini-bar, replenished according to the guests’ preferences from a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
Cocktail making set, Espresso machine, kettle and tea pot with selection of coffee and teas
personal refillable water bottle for each guest
Pair of binoculars for guests' use during their journey
Technogym Case Kit with a smart range of fitness gear

Smart technology for light, heating, air conditioning and curtain control
BEDROOM

Bespoke king-sized bed sleep system - size: 180 x 200 cm
Featuring a double sofa bed
Plush bed linens, pillows and duvets

Spacious walk-in wardrobe with a seated vanity area

BATHROOM

Luxurious marble bathroom with a bathtub, a separate walk-in shower room and heated floors
Plush bathrobes and bath linens
Custom bath toiletries and amenities
Dyson Supersonic TM hairdryer and illuminated make-up/shaving mirror
Additional guest powder room

OUTDOOR

Spacious ocean-front terrace with private outdoor whirlpool, a dining table and sun loungers or a daybed

Cocoon Residence

Ocean Residence | King Bed | 1,604 sq ft

The Cocoon Residences are amongst the most spacious of Explora 1 residences, with an expansive sun terrace on the ship’s coveted aft deck.

FEATURES

Private butler services from our Residence Hosts
Oversized windows with views of the sea
Separate living, dining and sleeping areas
Abundant lounge area & Dining table for 4 guests
Spacious work desk area
Welcome bottle of champagne
Refrigerated mini-bar, replenished according to the guests’ preferences from a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages

Cocktail making set
Espresso machine, kettle and tea pot with selection of coffee and teas
Complimentary personal refillable water bottle for each guest
Pair of binoculars for guests' use during their journey
Technogym Bench and Technogym Case Kit for an efficient in-suite fitness experience
Laptop-size safe

BEDROOM

Bespoke king-sized bed sleep system - size: 200 x 200 cm
Featuring a double sofa bed
Plush bed linens, Pillows & Duvets

Oversized walk-in wardrobe with a seated vanity area

BATHROOM

Luxurious marble bathroom with a bathtub, a separate walk-in shower room and heated floors
Plush bathrobes and amenities
Dyson Supersonic TM hairdryer and illuminated make-up/shaving mirror
Additional guest powder room

OUTDOOR

Panoramic ocean-front terrace, with private outdoor whirlpool, a dining table, a scenic lounge area and sun loungers

Owner's Residences

Ocean Residence | King Bed | 3,014 sq ft

The pinnacle of ocean living, our iconic Owner’s Residence is the largest living space onboard, with multiple harmonious settings in which to relax, entertain or unwind.

Features

Dedicated private butler service
Floor-to-ceiling windows with ocean views
Separate living, dining and sleeping areas
Large lounge & Dining table for 8 guests
Spacious workspace
Welcome bottle of Dom Pérignon champagne
Private bar, replenished according to your preferences
Espresso machine, kettle and tea pot with coffee and tea selection
Complimentary personal refillable water bottles
Pair of binoculars for use during journey
Technogym Bench & Technogym Case Kit for comprehensive in-suite fitness experience
Large safe
Guest lavatory and powder room
Butler service area

Bedroom

Bespoke king-sized bed sleep system - size: 200 x 200 cm (79 x 79 in)
Plush Bed linens, duvets and pillows

Large safe & Oversized dressing room

Outdoors

Panoramic ocean-front terrace stretching the ship’s full width, with a private whirlpool, day beds, dining table, lounge area, shower and sun loungers

Bathroom

Luxurious marble bathroom with double vanity
Large bathtub, Walk-in shower & Steam room
Plush bathrobes and bath amenities
Dyson Supersonic TM hairdryer and illuminated mirror
Additional guest powder room

Butler Service

Packing and unpacking
Pressing and laundering
In-suite dining
Itinerary and transport planning
Celebration planning
Onboard and ashore reservation assistance

Land Programs & Hotels

Ship Details

Explora I

The Explora I represents a new era in ultra-luxury cruising, designed for discerning travelers who seek an extraordinary journey on the high seas. As the first ship in the Explora Journeys fleet, this state-of-the-art vessel offers an exceptional combination of sophistication, comfort, and adventure, setting new standards in ocean travel. Sail unique in an elegant ship designed to make you feel like your own private yacht.

With a focus on personalized service, luxurious accommodations, and a wealth of world-class amenities, Explora I is tailored to provide a truly immersive and refined cruising experience. The ship boasts spacious, elegantly designed suites with sweeping ocean views, offering the utmost in privacy and relaxation. Each suite features high-end furnishings, expansive living areas, and top-tier service to ensure guests feel pampered from start to finish.Designed for travelers seeking to discover the world in style, Explora I sails to both iconic and off-the-beaten-path destinations.

Features: 461 Ocean-Front Suites | 5 Heated Pools | 6 Restaurants | 12 Bars & Lounges

Occupancy922

Tonnage63900 tons

Length813 ft (248 m)

Year built2023