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A Journey of Shimmering Rivieras & Italian Sunsets

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

  • Exclusive Itinerary
  • $4000 Bonus Value
  • Sail | May 2026

Book By 30 April 2025

Set Sail on 3 May 2026

Product Code: MC-34755

A Journey of Shimmering Rivieras & Italian Sunsets

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

  • Exclusive Itinerary
  • $4000 Bonus Value
  • Sail | May 2026

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Enjoy a comfortable transit with full-service economy flights to Barcelona, returning from Rome.

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 1 night stay in a hand-selected, centrally-located hotel with breakfast daily.

Set sail on a 10 night luxury voyage from Barcelona to Rome onboard Explora I 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

Return to the city in style with premium private transfers from the cruise port in Civitavecchia to your hotel in Rome.

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

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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 1-night luxury hotel stay to explore this exciting city.

 
Barcelona, Spain

Embark your 10 night luxury all-inclusive cruise from Barcelona to Athens onboard Explora I today.

 
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.

 
Cadiz, Spain

Welcome to Cadiz! This grand walled city is one of the oldest in Western Europe and, as such, is a haven for history buffs. Admire the baroque-inspired, yellow-domed Cadiz Cathedral, discover fine art and archaeologic relics at the Museum of Cadiz and travel back in time at the Roman Theatre.

 
Gibraltar, British Overseas Territory

Welcome to Gibraltar, the key to the Mediterranean. Otherwise known as ‘The Rock’, this British Overseas Territory is a melting pot of Spanish, North African and English culture. Ride the cable car to the top of the rock, discover the Great Siege Tunnels and make friends with the Barbary macaques, the only wild monkeys in Europe.

 
Motril, Spain

Welcome to Motril! Located on Spain’s sunny Costa Tropical, you’ll never run out of golden sand beaches to laze on in Motril. This is also your gateway to Granada, where you can visit the impressive Alhambra, a Moorish-style fortress that sits atop the Sierra Nevada mountains.

 
Cartagena, Spain

Cartagena traces its roots back to the peak period of the Roman Empire, a city of juxtaposition between modern buildings and ancient ruins.

 
At Sea

Enjoy a relaxing day at sea.

 
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.

 
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.

 
Florence (Livorno), Italy

Welcome to Livorno! This charming port town is your gateway to both Pisa and Florence, where you can discover iconic sights, including the Leaning Tower, Piazza Duomo, and Ponte Vecchio. In Livorno itself, we recommend discovering the Fortezza Nuova, walking along the lively port and sampling some fresh seafood.

 
Rome, Italy

Disembark Explora I in Civitavecchia today. 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. Enjoy a 2-night hotel stay to explore this beautiful city.

 
Rome, Italy

Farewell Rome as you board your flight home, or ask us about our flexible flights and extend your stay.

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Price based on cruise sail date 3 May 2026

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

Based on Ocean Terrace 1view stateroom

Upgrade to Ocean Terrace 2 from $599 per personview stateroom

Upgrade to Ocean Terrace 3 from $1299 per personview stateroom

Upgrade to Ocean Terrace 4 from $1699 per personview stateroom

Upgrade to Ocean Grand Terrace from $1999 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.


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