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A Luxury Journey through The French Riviera & Islands of Italy

18 Night Fly, Stay & Cruise Holiday with $4000 Bonus Value Including City Stay, Exclusive Package Savings & More

  • Exclusive Itinerary
  • $4000 Bonus Value
  • Sail | October 2025

Book By 31 December 2024

Set Sail on 6 October 2025

Product Code: MC-16365

A Luxury Journey through The French Riviera & Islands of Italy

18 Night Fly, Stay & Cruise Holiday with $4000 Bonus Value Including City Stay, Exclusive Package Savings & More

  • Exclusive Itinerary
  • $4000 Bonus Value
  • Sail | October 2025

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Enjoy a comfortable transit with full-service economy flights to Barcelona

Kick off your cruise holiday a little sooner with exclusive entry to a private international airport lounge. Feel like a VIP as you dine on delicious dishes, sip from an extensive menu of wine, beer, cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages and freshen up before your flight to embark on your cruise.

Available from Sydney, Brisbane, Perth and Melbourne International Airports.

Explore the sights of Barcelona with a 2 night stay in a hand-selected, centrally-located hotel with breakfast daily.

Set sail on a 16 night luxury voyage from Barcelona onboard the brand new Explora II in a spacious Ocean Terrace Suite
Experience authentic, intuitive service from The Explora Journeys team of hospitality experts

• Savour enticing dining at nine distinct culinary experiences, including in-suite dining
• Enjoy unlimited fine beverages, including wines, premium spirits, specialty coffees, tea and soft drinks
• Be treated to an in-suite welcome bottle of champagne and sweet treats, along with a bottle of wine and spirit of your choice upon arrival

• Enrich your journey with onboard activities and entertainment, including live music, expert-led courses and destination-inspired talks
• Immerse in ocean-inspired wellness with access to the thermal area and wellness and fitness programs onboard and in destinations
• Stay connected throughout your voyage with high-speed complimentary wifi
• Spend more time exploring with shuttle services from ports to city centres (where required)
• Enjoy authentic, intuitive service without worry with prepaid onboard gratuities

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Barcelona, Spain

Welcome to Barcelona, a bustling beachside city filled with architectural gems. Hit the Gaudi trail, explore the Gothic Quarter and take a stroll along Las Ramblas. Visiting a tapas bar is an absolute must, especially when washed down with a glass of sangria. Enjoy a 2-night luxury hotel stay to explore this exciting city.

 
Barcelona, Spain

Embark your 16 night luxury voyage from Barcelona onboard the brand new Explora II today.

 
Monte Carlo, Monaco

Welcome to Monte Carlo, the glitziest quartier of Monaco. A magnet for high rollers, a trip to Monaco provides an opportunity to live large for a day. Marvel at the superyachts glistening in the harbour, walk the Formula One circuit and try your luck at the legendary marble and gold Monte Carlo Casino.

 
Saint Tropez, France

Welcome to Saint-Tropez! This glamourous holiday spot, frequently visited by the rich and famous, boasts picturesque villas, cobblestoned streets and glittering beaches. Explore the art galleries and boutiques of Old Town, laze on the famed Pampelonne Beach or sip rosé at a harbourfront restaurant.

 
At Sea

Your day at sea will allow you to take full advantage of everything the ship has to offer. Seek out hidden treasures and make the most of the facilities onboard. All of the ships activities can be found on the vessels daily newsletter. If relaxation is on your mind then your sea day will allow you to sit back, soak in ship life and watch the world as it floats by.

 
Alghero (Sardinia), Italy

Welcome to Alghero! This is your gateway to the dramatic coastlines, picturesque harbours and sun-dripped beaches of Sardinia. Once known as ‘Little Barcelona’, some must-visit sights in Alghero include the Church of San Francesco, the Nuraghe Palmavera museum and Grotto di Nettuno.

 
Corsica (Ajaccio), France

Welcome to Corsica, a Mediterranean island abundant in fascinating history and natural splendour. Head to the capital of Ajaccio to visit the National Museum of the Bonaparte Residence, the birthplace of the infamous Napoleon Bonaparte. For those who prefer outdoor adventure, check out the red-rock cliffs of Calanques de Piana before enjoying a dip in the calm turquoise waters of Ricanto Beach.

 
Florence, Italy

Welcome to Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance. This romantic city is compact in size and relatively easy to explore on foot. Climb the steps of the Duomo, admire the panoramic views from Piazzale Michelangelo, worship the art at Uffizi Gallery and shop for gold along Ponte Vecchio. Finish the day with an Aperol Spritz and a cone of gelato.

 
Rome, Italy

Welcome to Rome, the Eternal City. No visit is complete without taking a trip back to ancient history at the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. Other must-dos include climbing the Spanish Steps, tossing a coin in the Trevi Fountain, and visiting Vatican City. Finish your stay with a plate of pasta – for the best restaurants, we suggest exploring the Trastevere neighbourhood.

 
Naples, Italy

Welcome to Naples, the city of the sun. History lovers can’t miss a visit to Pompeii, the home of Europe’s most compelling archaeological site. For those looking for a taste of the Amalfi Coast, the beautiful blue waters of Capri are just a short ferry away. Naples is also the birthplace of pizza, so make sure you savour a slice during your stay.

 
Sicily (Taormina), Italy

Welcome to Taormina! Positioned on the east coast of Sicily, this hilltop town is your gateway to the active Mt Etna volcano. Plus, this postcard-perfect town has a compact historic centre easily explored on foot. Visit the ancient Greek Theatre, shop and dine along Corso Umberto or catch a cable car to the sun-soaked beach of Lido Mazzarò.

 
Valletta, Malta

Welcome to Valletta, the fortress city. This tiny city is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, famed for its dusty Baroque buildings and mesmerising sea views. Shop for crafts and jewellery on Republic Street, explore the Upper and Lower Barrakka Gardens and uncover history at Parliament House and the ruins of the Royal Opera House.

 
La Goulette (Tunis), Tunisia

La Goulette, known in Arabic as Halq al-Wadi, is the port of Tunis, the capital of Tunisia. The Kasbah fortress was built in 1535 by Charles I of Spain but was captured by the Ottoman Turks in 1574.

 
Cagliari (Sardinia), Italy

Cagliari, the capital of Sardinia, provides the perfect blend of modern life and medieval mystery.

 
At Sea

Enjoy a relaxing day at sea.

 
Palma de Mallorca, Spain

Welcome to Palma de Mallorca, the heart of the Balearic Islands. Boasting pristine beaches, stunning azure views, and tempting cuisine, a trip to Palma is one you’ll never forget. Marvel at Palma Cathedral, discover Bellver Castle and amble along the seaside promenade to Portitxol, the perfect destination for an ocean swim or spot of seafood.

 
Valencia, Spain

Welcome to Valencia! Boasting golden beaches and intriguing Gothic Architecture, Spain’s third largest city is filled with surprises. Marvel at the futuristic buildings of the City of Arts and Sciences, shop for handmade fans and leather goods at the Central Market and enjoy spectacular views over the city by climbing 200 steps to the top of Valencia Cathedral.

 
Barcelona, Spain

Disembark Explora II in Barcelona today.

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Price based on cruise sail date 6 October 2025

Price based on departing from Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, Sydney

Based on Ocean Terrace 1view stateroom

Upgrade to Ocean Terrace 2 from $699 per personview stateroom

Upgrade to Ocean Terrace 3 from $1399 per personview stateroom

Upgrade to Ocean Terrace 4 from $1799 per personview stateroom

Upgrade to Ocean Grand Terrace from $2699 per personview stateroom

Prices are per person twin share in AUD, and subject to availability and currency fluctuations.
Pricing is subject to change until reservation is confirmed. Please note – Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions are subject to change and availability.
Seasonal and/or flight routing surcharges may apply. Flights may not be direct or operate daily.  Disruptions to cruising and itinerary may occur.

Important – if your cruise holiday package is made up of consecutive back to back sailings, there is a chance that you may be allocated different cabin numbers on each voyage and may be required to change cabins throughout your journey.

Please note upgrade amounts advertised may be based on lead in obstructed view staterooms.

Please note – onboard benefits valued at has been converted into Australian Dollars from the onboard currency. Details of the onboard currency can be provided by your consultant at the time of enquiry.  Shore excursions and other items such as alcoholic beverages & laundry are an additional cost. Should onboard gratuities or hotel service charges not already be included in your package, these are mandatory and charged by the cruise line to your onboard account on a day by day basis.
Itineraries are subject to change at any time without notice.

Due to security reasons, all guests must be on board 2 hours before sailing.
Disembarkation usually begins 2 hours after docking.

Please note: Flight deviations requested by the traveller incur a fee of $150AUD per person plus any additional airfare and or tax charges.  These will be advised by our Cruise After Sales / Air Department at the time of selecting your flights

Please note that a majority of US based (including Hawaii) hotels impose a daily mandatory additional charge that is automatically added to your bill by the hotel. There are various inclusions provided for these resort fees. These fees are separate from, cannot be prepaid prior to arrival and are in addition to our advertised package.
Please note many European hotels charge a nominal daily City Tourist Tax which is utilised locally for tourism-related purposes and to improve the local infrastructure in the area. This tax is collected by the hotels directly from the customer and the amount can vary by region, hotel size or type. Local regulations state this must be collected by the hotel and cannot be prepaid.

It is your responsibility to ensure that you have checked the Visa requirements for all countries visited on this itinerary.
China, Russia, India, Canada, and the USA require visas to be arranged prior to sailing for all Australian passport holders.
For Non-Australian passport holders please check with the appropriate embassy.

** Low Deposit Policy
A second deposit (part payment) will be required/date & amount will be supplied by the consultant at the time of booking.

Product Code: MC-16365

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Preferred Departure Date 06-10-2025

Room Type Ocean Terrace 1


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