Description

Begin in Marseille before Genoa’s maritime legacy and lively Italian character set the tone. Along the Riviera, Villefranche-sur-Mer offers refined coastal elegance and luminous Mediterranean beauty. Florence unfolds through artistic mastery and Renaissance grandeur from Livorno, before the journey concludes in Rome, where ancient landmarks, timeless culture and enduring splendour create a powerful finale to this richly rewarding southern European passage.

number of nights

4 nights

Next departure

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Number of countries

2

Your cruise

Marseille → Civitavecchia (Rome)

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Cruise map

Marseille → Civitavecchia

Itinerary map

detailed itinerary

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Marseille

Marseille

France
29 Jan 2027
Departure · 18:00
29 January 2027
18:00

Lounging under a Provençal sun, Marseille is the oldest city in France yet seemingly grows younger each day. A multi-cultural melting pot with top-notch museums, galleries, smart squares and hip port-side bars, where you can tuck into a bowl of bouillabaisse, its famous fish stew. Meander past fountains built under the reign of Napoleon III and city hall erected during Louis XIV. Fall in love with the Calanques cliffs for a bit of French coastline drama, or wind through cypress trees and lavender fields to Avignon and Aix-en-Provence, famously once home to Van Gogh, Cézanne, and author Peter Mayle. Chase light, ripening Syrah grapes and drink in the nuances of terroir. From Marseille’s boisterous roots to its French coastline drama and nearby classic Provence, wander at will and fall in love with it all.

2
Genoa

Genoa

Italy
30 Jan 2027
09:00 - 19:00
30 January 2027
09:00 - 19:00

Pillow-soft sponge cakes, nutty pesto and barrels of creamy gelato await in historic Genoa, where young Christopher Columbus first glimpsed the sea. Wander cobbled streets past Baroque palazzi in the UNESCO-listed old town, where coffee-scented breezes drift through a labyrinth of alleyways near dazzling Piazza De Ferrari and its unmatched architecture. Dive into history among a treasure trove of galleries and museums in resplendent residences built for the bankers and merchants who made Genoa one of the mightiest ports in the Med. Surrender to the sunset serenade and heed the call of aperitivo as you stroll along Corso Italia beneath a fiery orange sky.

3
Villefranche-sur-Mer(Nice)

Villefranche-sur-Mer(Nice)

France
31 Jan 2027
09:00 - 19:00
31 January 2027
09:00 - 19:00

A bejewelled siren sunning along the Côte d’Azur, Villefranche-sur-Mer beckons with provincial scenes, rainbow-bright houses and flowers fluttering everywhere. Poised at the tip of a sapphire harbour, this genteel enclave has curves in all the right places, including the only Corniche that winds beside Plage des Marinièr with its crescent flour-soft sand that sweeps around the cobalt Med. Escape into charming chapels and centuries-old citadel that affords shimmering views of Cap Ferrat then venture to two nearby medieval walled towns of atelier-focused St Paul de Vence or easy-on-the-eyes Eze which captured the imagination of Mr. Walt Disney.

4
Livorno (Florence)

Livorno (Florence)

Italy
01 Feb 2027
08:00 - 20:00
01 February 2027
08:00 - 20:00

Plunge into Tuscany’s capital of culture. Once casa to legendary Michelangelo, Florence now shelters some of the Renaissance’s greatest masterpieces. Immerse in the relics of antiquity; catch a glimpse of the heavens in the famous Uffizi gallery, visit the iconic terracotta-tiled Duomo and step into an oasis of sculptured serenity at Giardino di Boboli to forget the world beyond its leafy walls exists. And as the sun sets over the Ponte Vecchio, relax in an elegant terrazzo with a rich refined Tuscan red, and reflect on the city’s Medici dynasty - Hurry Slowly.

5
Civitavecchia (Rome)

Civitavecchia (Rome)

Italy
02 Feb 2027
Arrival · 08:00
02 February 2027
08:00

There’s more to Rome than its ancient architecture. The Eternal City is home to a seemingly endless array of hidden gems. The artistic-minded can enjoy fashion aristocracy, street art, vespa jaunts to The Appian Way and toss coins into fountains. Or you can stroll by appointment to Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel and the Pope’s private quarters at the Vatican. Explore the historic ruins of The Colosseum, Caravaggio churches, the Spanish Steps and The Pantheon. Learn how to make pasta the true Italian way, hunt truffles, nibble gelato, sip coffee and sink into a 3000 year old pool for a wellness experience. An ode to homespun pasta at a Renaissance piazza. When in Rome, fusing old with new makes it simple to indulge in whatever you like.

Ship cabins

  • Ocean Terrace Suite OT1
  • Ocean Terrace Suite OT2
  • Ocean Terrace Suite OT3
  • Ocean Terrace Suite OT4
  • Ocean Grand Terrace Suite
  • Penthouse
  • Deluxe Penthouse
  • Premier Penthouse
  • Grand Penthouse
  • Cove Residence
  • Retreat Residence
  • Serenity Residence
  • Cocoon Residence
  • Owner's Residence

  • Ocean Terrace Suite OT1

    35 sqm - Deck 6 (mid-ship) and deck 7
    Ocean Terrace Suites are among the largest available at sea. These suites stand out with large bay windows and a private terrace, featuring a dining table and a daybed. All Ocean Terrace Suites include an elegant lounge area.

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  • Ocean Terrace Suite OT2

    35 sqm - Deck 7 (mid-ship) and deck 8
    Ocean Terrace Suites are among the largest available at sea. These suites stand out with large bay windows and a private terrace, featuring a dining table and a daybed. All Ocean Terrace Suites include an elegant lounge area.

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  • Ocean Terrace Suite OT3

    35 sqm - Deck 8 (mid-ship) and deck 9
    Ocean Terrace Suites are among the largest available at sea. These suites stand out with large bay windows and a private terrace, featuring a dining table and a daybed. All Ocean Terrace Suites include an elegant lounge area.

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  • Ocean Terrace Suite OT4

    35 sqm - Deck 9 (mid-ship) and deck 10
    Ocean Terrace Suites are among the largest available at sea. These suites stand out with large bay windows and a private terrace, featuring a dining table and a daybed. All Ocean Terrace Suites include an elegant lounge area.

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  • Ocean Grand Terrace Suite

    35 m2 - Deck 6 and 7

    Located on decks 6 and 7, Grand Terrace Suites feature a larger private terrace, furnished with a dining table and a chaise lounge to enjoy panoramic ocean views. All Ocean Grand Terrace Suites include an elegant lounge area,

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  • Penthouse

    43 to 48 m2 - Deck 6 to 9 aft

    Each of the Penthouses features a spacious living room and a separate dining area for four guests, allowing you to fully embrace the Ocean State of Mind. Large floor-to-ceiling windows open onto a private terrace equipped with a dining table and a chaise lounge, perfect for moments of complete relaxation.

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  • Deluxe Penthouse

    43-61 sqm - Deck 6, 7, 9 (aft) and 10 forward)
    Refined with a carefully zoned layout, Deluxe Penthouses, from 43-61 sqm, are home to a large lounge space, dining area for four and ample space to unwind. Their expansive outdoor terraces feature dining tables and daybeds, inviting effortless afternoons soaking up the ocean views.

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  • Premier Penthouse

    48-53 sqm - Deck 8 to 10 mid ship
    Premier Penthouses are ideal for those seeking additional privacy. Indoors, an entrance hall leads to a luminous lounge and dining area for four, inviting for evenings spent socialising, while through floor-to-ceiling glass doors, a large terrace with daybed and alfresco dining facilities invite sun-drenched afternoons admiring expansive sea views.

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  • Grand Penthouse

    60-69 sqm - Deck 6 to 10 mid ship

    Grand Penthouses offer true residential style living with distinct areas dedicated to dining, lounging, sleeping, and working. The larger, panoramic terrace features a daybed and dining for four, perfect for entertaining, while indoors, a double sofa bed makes the Grand Penthouse ideal for those travelling with children.

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  • Cove Residence

    70-80 sqm, deck 6 to 10 mid ship

    Cove Residences feature expansive terraces, with private outdoor whirlpools, and exquisite materials, from luxurious Calacatta marble bathrooms to Molteni and Manutti furniture. Occupying the ship’s finest positions, each residence has its own unique character and identity.

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  • Retreat Residence

    77-91 sqm, deck 7 to 9 forward

    Located in the forward-most section of the ship, the Retreat Residence is uniquely positioned to offer sweeping views over the ship’s bow. Inside, the mood is contemporary yet characterful, with curated décor and fresh flowers adding personality to the flowing, apartment-style layout, designed to cultivate a sense of home.

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  • Serenity Residence

    113 - 26 sqm, deck 7 and 9 aft

    Serenity Residence offers panoramic ocean views from its prime position on the ship’s aft. Outside, the expansive, wraparound terrace is the residence’s highlight, with a private whirlpool, dining table for four, sun-loungers and an alfresco Technogym Bench. Inside, the light-filled interiors feature designer furnishings by Molteni&C including a large sofa, workstation, dining table for four and separate bedroom and walk-in wardrobe.

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  • Cocoon Residence

    149 sqm, deck 6 aft

    Cocoon Residence is the ultimate in ocean living. With a vast wraparound terrace - including a private whirlpool positioned at the most panoramic point - and expansive living areas indoors, it delivers true residential comfort with a front-row seat to the horizon, positioned on the ship’s aft. 

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  • Owner's Residence

    280 sqm, deck 8 aft

    The iconic Owner’s Residence creates the largest living space on-board, with multiple harmonious indoor and outdoor spaces in which to relax, entertain and unwind, including dedicated private butler services provided by the Residence Manager.

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Your ship

Explora II

Explora II is a next-generation luxury cruise ship from Explora Journeys, designed to offer a refined and modern ocean travel experience. Similar to a high-end boutique hotel at sea, it features spacious ocean-view suites with private terraces, elegant interiors, and a relaxed, sophisticated atmosphere. The ship includes multiple restaurants, bars, and heated pools, along with wellness facilities and personalized service thanks to a high staff-to-guest ratio. Overall, Explora II combines comfort, style, and immersive travel for a premium all-inclusive cruise experience.

900

Guests

240

Length (Feet)

32

Width (Feet)
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ON BOARD RESTAURANTS

  • Fil Rouge

    Fil Rouge

    French classics

  • Emporium Marketplace

    Emporium Marketplace

    International buffet

  • Med Yacht Club

    Med Yacht Club

    Mediterranean

  • Marble & Co. Grill

    Marble & Co. Grill

    Steakhouse

  • Anthology

    Anthology

    Gastronomic journey

  • Sakura

    Sakura

    Panasian

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