Explora II
Explora II Cruises View all Choose from 81 holidays cruising on board the Explora II
8 Days Rome to Barcelona
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8 Days Barcelona to Rome
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10 Days Rome to Barcelona
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18 Days Barcelona to Miami
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Life on Board Explora II What can you expect when cruising on board Explora II
EXPLORA II, sets sail in 2024, paving the way to new discoveries and furthering possibilities. Exquisitely designed to offer you relaxed luxury, restoring life's essential balance with a combination of discovery and appreciation for wellbeing and nature. Read more
Experience vibrant cosmopolitan life aboard, with European luxury, 5-star dining, ocean wellness experiences, and tech-savvy comforts in sophisticated suites, all while enjoying beautiful sea views. Read more
Elegant, spacious and comfortable our ocean-front suites, penthouses and residences are designed to create a home at sea for our guests. Read more
Celebrating global talents and cultures, infusing global influences with personality, sophistication, and a touch of soul for a unique dining experience at sea. Read more
Discover Explora Journeys' collection of one-of-a-kind entertainment and enrichment experiences, designed to stimulate the mind and feed the soul. Read more
Ocean Wellness encompasses the physical, spiritual, and emotional health of our guests, ensuring their time with us is enriching and fulfilling. Read more
Deck Plans
Cabins
Balcony
Ocean Terrace Suite
Our Ocean Terrace Suites are amongst the largest entry-level suites in the industry. Each one has floor-to-ceiling windows and a private sun terrace, allowing guests to feel closer to the ocean as it carries them on their journey.
All suites include elegant lounge areas, private refrigerated mini bar – replenished according to the guests’ preferences, espresso machine, kettle and tea pot with a complimentary selection of coffee and teas, and feature spacious walk-in wardrobes with a seated vanity area.
The suite offers a total area of 35 sqm (377 sq ft), with the main suite area covering 28 sqm (301 sq ft), a bathroom of 4 sqm (43 sq ft), and a terrace spanning 7 sqm (75 sq ft). It is designed to accommodate a maximum of 2 adults and 1 child under 18 years old, with the option of adding a baby cot or rollaway bed for the child.
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Ocean Grand Terrance Suite
Our Ocean Grand Terrace Suites are situated on decks 6 and 7, offering a more spacious private sun terrace, allowing guests to savour the ocean from the comfort of their daybed. All suites include elegant lounge areas, private refrigerated mini bar – replenished according to the guests’ preferences, espresso machine, kettle and tea pot with a complimentary selection of coffee and teas, and feature spacious walk-in wardrobes with a seated vanity area.
Enjoy all-inclusive benefits, along with exclusive privileges that include priority dinner reservations at select culinary venues, complimentary pressing of garments within 24 hours after check-in, and one bag of laundry per suite, serviced up to 48 hours before check-out, enhancing the luxury and convenience of your stay.
This suite spans a total of 39 sqm (420 sq ft), with the main suite area at 28 sqm (301 sq ft), a bathroom of 4 sqm (43 sq ft), and a larger terrace of 11 sqm (118 sq ft). It is suitable for 2 adults and 1 child under 18 years old, with accommodation options including a baby cot or rollaway bed for the child. These suites are located across decks 6 and 7, in aft, middle, and forward positions, with a total of 70 suites available.
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Owner's Residence
The iconic Owner’s Residence creates the largest living space on-board, with multiple harmonious spaces in which to relax, entertain and unwind. Stand in awe of the panoramic ocean views from your private outdoor terrace – extending over the full ship's width – with a spacious infinity whirlpool, and enjoy dedicated private butler services by the Residence Manager. Every aspect of the design of our Owner’s Residence reflects the meticulous curation of all details, conscious at all times of our commitment to sustainability.
Guests receive roundtrip home to airport ground transfers, a complimentary pre- or post-journey hotel night, and unlimited priority reservations for all culinary venues. Transfers from/to the hotel and port are included for distances up to 50 miles/80 km each way. A complimentary treatment at Ocean Wellness - The Spa adds to the indulgence. For explorations ashore, a private car with a driver is available for 4 hours once per journey, ensuring a seamless and exceptionally comfortable stay from start to finish.
The suite spans a total area of 280 sqm (3,014 sq ft), with the suite itself covering 155 sqm (1,668 sq ft) and the terrace area 125 sqm (1,345 sq ft). It is designed for 2 adults and 1 child under 2 years old, accommodated in a baby cot. For larger groups, a connecting Ocean Terrace suite can be reserved, increasing the maximum capacity to either 4 adults or 3 adults and 1 child under 18 years old.
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Penthouse
Each of our 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. Floor-to ceiling doors lead onto an expansive private sun terrace with another seating area and sunbeds for ultimate relaxation at sea.
Enjoy all-inclusive benefits with added exclusives including an in-suite welcome bottle of superior champagne, access to an enhanced In-Suite Dining menu, and a superior selection of beverages and spirits in the in-suite mini-bar. Additional perks include priority check-in and embarkation (where available), plus one additional bottle of spirit or wine of the guests' preference, bringing the total to three bottles, ensuring a stay that's both indulgent and unforgettable.
The accommodation is designed for a maximum capacity of either 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child under 18 years old, offering flexible sleeping arrangements including a baby cot, double sofa bed, or rollaway bed to suit the needs of guests.
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Premier Penthouse
These light-filled, luxurious Premier Penthouses are designed for withdrawing in style or entertaining other guests – at a dining table laid for four, in the stylish living area and on the private sun terrace with a second seating area and daybeds or sunbeds overlooking the ocean.
Enjoy all-inclusive benefits with added exclusives including an in-suite welcome bottle of superior champagne, access to an enhanced In-Suite Dining menu, and a superior selection of beverages and spirits in the in-suite mini-bar. Additional perks include priority check-in and embarkation (where available), plus one additional bottle of spirit or wine of the guests' preference, bringing the total to three bottles, ensuring a stay that's both indulgent and unforgettable.
The Premier Penthouse is designed to comfortably host up to 3 adults, or 2 adults and 1 child under 18 years old, with flexible sleeping options including a baby cot, double sofa bed, or rollaway bed to cater to different family or group needs.
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Cocoon Residence
Our Cocoon Residences are amongst the most spacious of our residences, with an expansive sun terrace on the ship’s coveted aft deck. The Cocoon Residences also feature Residence Hosts providing butler services, extensive living spaces with dining area for four, an abundant seating area and work space, and a marble bathroom with a bath tub and separate shower. Cocoon Residences are designed to host up to 3 adults, or 2 adults and 2 children under 18 years old, with flexible sleeping options including a baby cot or double sofa bed.
Offering all the benefits of Ocean Penthouses with added luxuries, including priority reservations for Destination Experiences and complimentary round-trip airport transfers within 50 miles/80 km. Guests are greeted personally by a Residence Host for priority embarkation and, where available, access to a VIP lounge. The welcome extends to an in-suite bottle of Dom Pérignon Vintage 2013 and a full bar setup featuring premium beverages. Dining is elevated with an exclusive in-suite menu from onboard culinary venues, complemented by private butler services and unlimited laundry and pressing, ensuring an unparalleled stay.
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Retreat Residence
Our luxurious Retreat Residences offer oversized floor-to-ceiling windows leading onto a spacious sun terrace with a private whirlpool, whilst a Residence Host providing 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.
Offering all the benefits of Ocean Penthouses, guests experience additional benefits including priority Destination Experiences reservations, complimentary airport to port/hotel transfers within 50 miles/80 km, and a personal welcome with priority embarkation by a Residence Host. Guests have access to a VIP lounge at embarkation (where available), enjoy a welcome bottle of Dom Pérignon Vintage 2013, and benefit from a full in-suite bar setup with premium beverages. The experience is further enriched with an exclusive in-suite dining menu, private butler service, and unlimited laundry and pressing services, ensuring a luxurious and worry-free stay.
Retreat Residences are designed to comfortably host up to 3 adults, or 2 adults and 2 children under 18 years old, with flexible sleeping options including a baby cot or double sofa bed.
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Cove Residence
For a true sense of being at home at sea, experience the sweeping decks and effortlessly elegant spaces of the Cove Residences. Each enjoys a private whirlpool on the private sun terrace and a Residence Host providing butler services, as well as a dining area for up to four guests, a separate living area and calm workspace.
Offering all the benefits of Ocean Penthouses, guests experience additional benefits including priority Destination Experiences reservations, complimentary airport to port/hotel transfers within 50 miles/80 km, and a personal welcome with priority embarkation by a Residence Host. Guests have access to a VIP lounge at embarkation, enjoy a welcome bottle of Dom Pérignon Vintage 2013, and benefit from a full in-suite bar setup with premium beverages. The experience is further enriched with an exclusive in-suite dining menu, private butler service, and unlimited laundry and pressing services, ensuring a luxurious and worry-free stay.
Cove Residences are designed to comfortably host up to 3 adults, or 2 adults and 2 children under 18 years old, with flexible sleeping options including a baby cot or double sofa bed.
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Serenity Residence
The expansive panoramic sun terraces of our Serenity Residences offer a seating area for six, relaxing sunbeds and a private whirlpool from which to enjoy magnificent sea views.
Offering all the benefits of Ocean Penthouses, guests experience additional benefits including priority Destination Experiences reservations, complimentary airport to port/hotel transfers within 50 miles/80 km, and a personal welcome with priority embarkation by a Residence Host. Guests have access to a VIP lounge at embarkation (where available), enjoy a welcome bottle of Dom Pérignon Vintage 2013, and benefit from a full in-suite bar setup with premium beverages. The experience is further enriched with an exclusive in-suite dining menu, private butler service, and unlimited laundry and pressing services, ensuring a luxurious and worry-free stay.
Serenity Residences are designed to host up to 3 adults, or 2 adults and 2 children under 18 years old, with flexible sleeping options including a baby cot or double sofa bed.
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Deluxe Penthouse
All penthouses include elegant lounge areas, private refrigerated mini bar – replenished according to the guests’ preferences, espresso machine, kettle and tea pot with a complimentary selection of coffee and teas, and feature spacious walk-in wardrobes with a seated vanity area.
Enjoy all-inclusive benefits with added exclusives including an in-suite welcome bottle of superior champagne, access to an enhanced In-Suite Dining menu, and a superior selection of beverages and spirits in the in-suite mini-bar. Additional perks include priority check-in and embarkation (where available), plus one additional bottle of spirit or wine of the guests' preference, bringing the total to three bottles, ensuring a stay that's both indulgent and unforgettable.
The Deluxe Penthouse is designed to comfortably host up to 3 adults, or 2 adults and 1 child under 18 years old, with flexible sleeping options including a baby cot, double sofa bed, or rollaway bed to cater to different family or group needs.
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Grand Penthouse
The most spacious of our penthouses, the Grand Penthouses offer elegant spaces with a separate stylish living area, a neat work space and a separate dining area for four, whilst the private sun terraces allow guests to unwind and savour the ocean, in the company of friends or one another. Enjoy a welcoming bottle of superior champagne upon arrival, access to an enhanced In-Suite Dining menu, and a superior selection of beverages and spirits in the mini-bar.
Additionally, guests benefit from priority check-in and embarkation where available. To further personalise the experience, an additional bottle of spirit or wine of the guests’ choice is provided, bringing the total to three bottles, ensuring a luxurious and tailored stay.
The Grand Penthouse is designed to comfortably host up to 3 adults, or 2 adults and 2 children under 18 years old, with flexible sleeping options including a baby cot or double sofa bed.
Explora II Cruise Schedule All 81 cruise sailings by departure date on board Explora II
| Starts | Days | Name | Itinerary | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunday 11 Aug 2024 | 9 | A Journey To Elegant Enclaves On Old European Shores | Barcelona to Rome | 8,415 |
| Monday 19 Aug 2024 | 8 | A Journey Of Storied Italian Islands and Starry Spanish Nights | Rome to Barcelona | 6,075 |
| Monday 26 Aug 2024 | 8 | A Journey Of Riviera Reveries And Italian Icons | Barcelona to Rome | 7,225 |
| Monday 02 Sep 2024 | 8 | A Journey Of Limoncello Days And Catalonia Nights | Rome to Barcelona | 5,950 |
| Monday 09 Sep 2024 | 8 | A Journey from Barcelona to Rome | Barcelona to Rome | 6,885 |
| Monday 16 Sep 2024 | 8 | A Journey From Rome To Tarragona | Rome to Barcelona | 6,075 |
| Monday 23 Sep 2024 | 8 | A Journey From Tarragona To Rome | Barcelona to Rome | 6,375 |
| Monday 30 Sep 2024 | 17 | An Extended Journey Around The Mediterranean | Rome to Barcelona | 13,200 |
| Monday 30 Sep 2024 | 7 | A Journey From Italian Piazzas To Tunisian Souks | Rome to Barcelona | 5,210 |
| Sunday 06 Oct 2024 | 20 | An Extended Journey To Iberian Ideals And North African Gems | Barcelona to Barcelona | 14,250 |
| Sunday 06 Oct 2024 | 11 | A Journey Of Iberian Wonders And Moroccan Mystique | Barcelona to Barcelona | 8,435 |
| Wednesday 16 Oct 2024 | 10 | A Journey To Stars Of Casablanca And The Coast Of Granada | Barcelona to Barcelona | 6,270 |
| Friday 25 Oct 2024 | 12 | A Journey From Barcelona To Barcelona | Barcelona to Barcelona | 7,670 |
| Tuesday 05 Nov 2024 | 11 | A Grand Journey Of Boundless Skies And Crimson Sunsets | Barcelona to Bridgetown | 4,810 |
| Tuesday 05 Nov 2024 | 18 | A Journey From Barcelona To Miami | Barcelona to Miami | 9,100 |
| Friday 15 Nov 2024 | 8 | A Journey To Rum-soaked Isles And Castaway Bliss | Bridgetown to Miami | 6,570 |
| Friday 22 Nov 2024 | 15 | An Extended Journey Of Caribbean Rhythms | Miami to Miami | 12,400 |
| Friday 22 Nov 2024 | 8 | A Journey from Miami to San Juan | Miami to San Juan | 6,255 |
| Friday 29 Nov 2024 | 15 | An Extended Journey To Tropical Splendor | San Juan to Bridgetown | 11,800 |
| Friday 29 Nov 2024 | 8 | A Journey to Yacht-filled Harbours and Scenic Sail-ins | San Juan to Miami | 6,255 |
| Friday 06 Dec 2024 | 8 | A Journey Of Wild Isles And Charmed Creole Harbours | Miami to Bridgetown | 6,255 |
| Friday 06 Dec 2024 | 15 | An Extended Journey Of Colourful Caribbean Escapes | Miami to Miami | 12,400 |
| Friday 13 Dec 2024 | 8 | A Journey To Sainted Shores And Volcanic Islands | Bridgetown to Miami | 6,255 |
| Friday 20 Dec 2024 | 8 | A Journey From Miami To San Juan | Miami to San Juan | 7,290 |
| Friday 27 Dec 2024 | 10 | A Journey From San Juan To Miami | San Juan to Miami | 10,035 |
| Sunday 05 Jan 2025 | 10 | A Journey From Miami To Miami | Miami to Miami | 6,925 |
| Tuesday 14 Jan 2025 | 22 | An Extended Journey To Southern Serenity And Caribbean Dreaming | Miami to Miami | 17,100 |
| Tuesday 14 Jan 2025 | 32 | A Grand Journey From The Mississippi Delta To Mayan Kingdoms | Miami to Miami | 23,200 |
| Tuesday 14 Jan 2025 | 11 | A Journey to New Orleans Jazz and Mexico's Yucatan | Miami to Miami | 7,920 |
| Friday 24 Jan 2025 | 12 | A Journey from Miami to Miami | Miami to Miami | 9,265 |
| Tuesday 04 Feb 2025 | 11 | A Journey From Miami To Miami | Miami to Miami | 7,425 |
| Friday 14 Feb 2025 | 15 | An Extended Journey Of Caribbean Melodies And ABC Islands | Miami to Bridgetown | 10,400 |
| Friday 14 Feb 2025 | 8 | A Journey from Miami to San Juan | Miami to San Juan | 5,210 |
| Friday 21 Feb 2025 | 8 | A Journey from San Juan to Bridgetown | San Juan to Bridgetown | 5,210 |
| Friday 21 Feb 2025 | 15 | An Extended Journey of Caribbean Culture and Tropical Trails | San Juan to San Juan | 10,050 |
| Friday 28 Feb 2025 | 15 | An Extended Journey Of Caribbean Indulgence And Island Adventures | Bridgetown to Miami | 10,700 |
| Friday 28 Feb 2025 | 8 | A Journey To Barefoot Beaches And Colonial Plantations | Bridgetown to San Juan | 5,560 |
| Friday 07 Mar 2025 | 8 | A Journey to Yacht-filled Harbours and Scenic Sail-ins | San Juan to Miami | 5,210 |
| Friday 14 Mar 2025 | 15 | A Journey From Miami To Lisbon | Miami to Lisbon | 8,660 |
| Friday 28 Mar 2025 | 7 | A Journey From Lisbon To Barcelona | Lisbon to Barcelona | 4,630 |
| Thursday 03 Apr 2025 | 12 | A Journey From Barcelona To Barcelona | Barcelona to Barcelona | 8,175 |
| Monday 14 Apr 2025 | 10 | A Journey from Barcelona to Rome | Barcelona to Rome | 8,200 |
| Wednesday 23 Apr 2025 | 12 | A Journey From Rome To Barcelona | Rome to Barcelona | 8,175 |
| Sunday 04 May 2025 | 10 | A Journey From Barcelona To Barcelona | Barcelona to Barcelona | 7,120 |
| Tuesday 13 May 2025 | 8 | A Journey From Barcelona To Rome | Barcelona to Rome | 6,255 |
| Monday 26 May 2025 | 8 | A Journey From Montecarlo To Barcelona | Monte Carlo to Barcelona | 6,255 |
| Monday 02 Jun 2025 | 8 | A Journey From Barcelona To Civitavecchia | Barcelona to Rome | 6,255 |
| Monday 09 Jun 2025 | 8 | A Journey From Civitavecchia To Barcelona | Rome to Barcelona | 6,255 |
| Monday 16 Jun 2025 | 8 | A Journey From Barcelona To Civitavecchia | Barcelona to Rome | 5,905 |
| Monday 23 Jun 2025 | 8 | A Journey From Civitavecchia To Barcelona | Rome to Barcelona | 6,255 |
Cabin images are sourced from Explora Journeys. These should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on sailing dates.
