A Journey of Andalusian Spirit & Bold North African Flavour
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7-night voyage departing Málaga, arriving Lisbon.
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A Journey of Andalusian Spirit & Bold North African Flavour
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Day 1
Málaga , Spain
Sunday, 06/02/2028
Enjoy the epitome of Spanish charm. Slowly discover Andalusian riches to reveal Picasso’s birthplace, the Alhambra in Granada, Mezquita in Cordoba and the Ronda valley. Explore ancient heritage sites, dance the flamenco, dare to hike the Caminito del Rey trail and delve into white villages sprinkled amongst mango groves and avocado orchards. Sip cocktails by day and sangria by night. And as you watch the sun slip down, reflect upon this gateway of delights.
Day 3
Alger (Algiers) , Algeria
Tuesday, 08/02/2028
The capital and largest city of Algeria is also known as ‘Algiers the White’ for its gleaming white buildings, but its name is derived from the Arabic word meaning ‘the islands’, taken from the four islands which became part of the mainland in 1525. Founded in 944 AD, the city was annexed by the Ottoman Empire in the 16th century, and became the chief seat of the Barbary pirates who made their mark on a Mediterranean that was increasingly controlled by Europeans. Algeria became a French colony in 1830 and remained so until 1962 after a bitter struggle for independence. Please note that passengers may only disembark the ship on an organised excursion, and must remain with their guide at all times during the tour. ALL ALGIERS EXCURSIONS MUST BE PRE-BOOKED AT LEAST THREE WEEKS BEFORE SAILING: THEY CANNOT BE BOOKED ON BOARD. All tours are accompanied by a police escort to aid smooth passage through traffic. Due to immigration restrictions, customers must be assigned to a particular coach before sailing and this rule must be adhered to. Binoculars may not be brought ashore in Algeria. Passengers holding an Israeli passport or a passport containing an Israeli visa may be refused entry.
Day 4
Cartagena , Spain
Wednesday, 09/02/2028
A Mediterranean city and naval station located in the Region of Murcia, southeastern Spain, Cartagena’s sheltered bay has attracted sailors for centuries. The Carthaginians founded the city in 223BC and named it Cartago Nova; it later became a prosperous Roman colony, and a Byzantine trading centre. The city has been the main Spanish Mediterranean naval base since the reign of King Philip II, and is still surrounded by walls built during this period. Cartagena’s importance grew with the arrival of the Spanish Bourbons in the 18th century, when the Navidad Fortress was constructed to protect the harbour. In recent years, traces of the city’s fascinating past have been brought to light: a well-preserved Roman Theatre was discovered in 1988, and this has now been restored and opened to the public. During your free time, you may like to take a mini-cruise around Cartagena's historic harbour: these operate several times a day, take approximately 40 minutes and do not need to be booked in advance. Full details will be available at the port.
Day 5
Melilla , Spain
Thursday, 10/02/2028
The autonomous city of Melilla is a Spanish enclave located on the Mediterranean Rif coast of North Africa, bordering Morocco. Its chequered past embraced periods of Phoenician, Punic, Roman and Byzantine rule before it was conquered by Spain in 1497. The latter part of the 19th century and the first quarter of the 20th century saw hostilities between Rif berbers and the Spanish, with the latter finally reinstating their control in 1927. The city was used by General Franco as one of the staging points for the rebellion of 1936. As part of the Spanish protectorate, Melilla developed the architectural style of 'Modernisme', the Catalan version of Art Nouveau, and boasts the second most important concentration of Modernist works in Spain, after Barcelona.
Day 6
Cádiz , Spain
Friday, 11/02/2028
Go back in time - where cobbled streets clatter with horse drawn carriages, culture and history seeps through this Spanish city’s soul. Enjoy locally produced tapas and admire the form of iconic Andalusian horses. Drift into tasting tours at sherry wineries in Jerez, then step out to twirl the flamenco. Explore Seville’s architectural marvels; baroque churches, palaces, gothic cathedrals, aristocratic mansions and medieval buildings. With no less than three Unesco World Heritage sites to visit, you’ll feel truly inspired by what Cadiz has to offer.
Day 7
Lisbon , Portugal
Saturday, 12/02/2028
Enjoy the rich buzz of Lisbon. Dip into the city’s strong architectural, cultural and historical connections. Wander charming-cobbled streets, colourful buildings, the river Sado and endless nature. Pilgrimage to Fatima, tour hilly villages, learn Portuguese cooking techniques and listen to the Lisbon blues. Slip to charming Cascais for quieter energy and golden beaches. And as you bathe in the captivating light, enjoy plates of petiscos which - like fado - you’ll soon discover is vibrant, warm and most appealing.
Day 8
Lisbon , Portugal
Sunday, 13/02/2028
Enjoy the rich buzz of Lisbon. Dip into the city’s strong architectural, cultural and historical connections. Wander charming-cobbled streets, colourful buildings, the river Sado and endless nature. Pilgrimage to Fatima, tour hilly villages, learn Portuguese cooking techniques and listen to the Lisbon blues. Slip to charming Cascais for quieter energy and golden beaches. And as you bathe in the captivating light, enjoy plates of petiscos which - like fado - you’ll soon discover is vibrant, warm and most appealing.
Room Type & Prices
All prices per person based on double occupancy. Solo traveller prices — single occupancy. Contact our cruise experts for the latest availability and best fares.
Ocean Terrace Suite
377–420 sqft · Up to 3 guests
Ocean Grand Terrace Suite
377–420 sqft · Up to 3 guests
Penthouse
463–732 sqft · Up to 4 guests
Deluxe Penthouse
463–732 sqft · Up to 4 guests
Premier Penthouse
463–732 sqft · Up to 4 guests
Grand Penthouse
463–732 sqft · Up to 4 guests
Grand Penthouses with Whirlpool
463–732 sqft · Up to 4 guests
Cove Residence
753–1604 sqft · Up to 4 guests
Cove Residence with Whirlpool
753–1604 sqft · Up to 2 guests
Retreat Residence
753–1604 sqft · Up to 4 guests
Serenity Residence
753–1601 sqft · Up to 4 guests
Cocoon Residence
753–1604 sqft · Up to 4 guests
Owner's Residence
3014 sqft · Up to 4 guests
Suite
| Cabin | Grade | Per Person | Avail. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ocean Terrace Suite · 377–420 sqft | OT1 Ocean Terrace Suite OT1 | Enquire → | ||
| OT2 Ocean Terrace Suite OT2 | Enquire → | |||
| OT3 Ocean Terrace Suite OT3 | Enquire → | |||
| OT4 Ocean Terrace Suite OT4 | Enquire → | |||
| Ocean Grand Terrace Suite · 377–420 sqft | GT | Enquire → | ||
| Penthouse · 463–732 sqft | PH | Enquire → | ||
| Deluxe Penthouse · 463–732 sqft | DP | Enquire → | ||
| Premier Penthouse · 463–732 sqft | PP | Enquire → | ||
| Grand Penthouse · 463–732 sqft | GP | Enquire → | ||
| Grand Penthouses with Whirlpool · 463–732 sqft | GPJ Grand Penthouse with Whirlpool | Enquire → | ||
| Cove Residence · 753–1604 sqft | CO1 Cove Residence CO1 | Enquire → | ||
| Cove Residence with Whirlpool · 753–1604 sqft | COJ Cove Residence COJ | Enquire → | ||
| Retreat Residence · 753–1604 sqft | RR | Enquire → | ||
| Serenity Residence · 753–1601 sqft | SR | Enquire → | ||
| Cocoon Residence · 753–1604 sqft | CR | Enquire → | ||
| Owner's Residence · 3014 sqft | OR1 Owner's Residence OR1 | Enquire → | ||
| OR2 Owner's Residence OR2 | Enquire → |
Ocean Terrace Suite · 377–420 sqft
OT1 Ocean Terrace Suite OT1
Ocean Terrace Suite · 377–420 sqft
OT2 Ocean Terrace Suite OT2
Ocean Terrace Suite · 377–420 sqft
OT3 Ocean Terrace Suite OT3
Ocean Terrace Suite · 377–420 sqft
OT4 Ocean Terrace Suite OT4
Ocean Grand Terrace Suite · 377–420 sqft
GT
Penthouse · 463–732 sqft
PH
Deluxe Penthouse · 463–732 sqft
DP
Premier Penthouse · 463–732 sqft
PP
Grand Penthouse · 463–732 sqft
GP
Grand Penthouses with Whirlpool · 463–732 sqft
GPJ Grand Penthouse with Whirlpool
Cove Residence · 753–1604 sqft
CO1 Cove Residence CO1
Cove Residence with Whirlpool · 753–1604 sqft
COJ Cove Residence COJ
Retreat Residence · 753–1604 sqft
RR
Serenity Residence · 753–1601 sqft
SR
Cocoon Residence · 753–1604 sqft
CR
Owner's Residence · 3014 sqft
OR1 Owner's Residence OR1
Owner's Residence · 3014 sqft
OR2 Owner's Residence OR2
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Every moment aboard EXPLORA V is designed to awaken a sense of space and ease, with an intimate atmosphere and a seamless connection to the ocean.
Setting sail in December 2027
