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Explora Journeys · Explora I

Italian Riviera & France

July 22, 2026August 1, 2026·10 nights·922 guests

Year Built2023
Tonnage63,900 GT
Pools3
From$6,021/perpersonSolo from $12,042

What's Included

Wi-Fi
All Drinks
Gratuities
Specialty Dining
Room Service
Port Shuttle
Airport Transfers

Not included

All Excursions
Flights

Insider Tips

Things seasoned cruisers wish they knew

Wi-Fi

Speeds depend on satellite coverage and the number of connected guests. Performance may drop in remote areas or during peak usage.

All Drinks

A small selection of ultra-premium labels (vintage champagnes, fine Bordeaux/Burgundy, aged single-malt whiskies) are NOT included and carry a surcharge.

Port Shuttle

Shuttle availability depends on the port layout and local agreements. Not every port will have shuttle service — check the port guide in advance.

Gratuities

Spa services may carry an additional service charge. Check individual treatment pricing for details.

Room Service

The complimentary minibar includes premium selections, but specific requests outside the standard minibar list may not be available.

Specialty Dining

Anthology, the flagship fine-dining restaurant with guest-chef menus, costs EUR 165 per person plus an optional EUR 70 wine pairing. Chef's Kitchen also carries a surcharge.

Booking

Shore excursions ('Destination Experiences') are NOT included in the fare despite the all-inclusive positioning. All port tours are an additional cost.

Dining

Anthology restaurant charges EUR 165/person (plus optional EUR 70 wine pairing). On a 10-night voyage, a couple dining there twice would spend over EUR 660 extra.

Cancellation

A 25% deposit is required at booking. Full payment is due 90 days before departure (150 days for Ocean Residences). Cancellation penalties escalate on a tiered schedule.

Dining

Dress code at dinner (6 PM onward): no shorts, sleeveless shirts, baseball caps, or sportswear in Anthology, Fil Rouge, Sakura, Marble & Co. Grill, or Med Yacht Club.


About the Ship

Hot Tubs
4
Elevators
8
Cabin Voltage
110V & 220V
USB in Cabins
Yes
Pets
Not Allowed
Service Animals
Case by Case
Dress Code
Smart Casual
Formal Nights
No
Balcony Smoking
Not Allowed
Accessible Cabins:5
Self-Service LaundryMedical CenterPool Lift
Dietary Options
Gluten-FreeVegan

Your Journey

Day 1Rome

Gateway to Rome's Colosseum and Vatican, reached by a 45-minute train ride.

Gateway to Florence, the Uffizi Gallery, and Michelangelo's David.

The main gateway to the five iconic cliff-village hamlets of the Cinque Terre.

One of Italy's most photogenic harbors: pastel houses reflected in a glassy Ligurian bay.

Day 5Monaco

The world's most glamorous small-ship port: Casino Monte-Carlo is a short walk from the pier.

Day 6Toulon

France's main naval base offers an authentic, crowd-free Provençal port experience.

Day 7At Sea
Day 8Ajaccio

Napoleon's birthplace: visit his family home and Corsica's mountain-backed capital in one call.

Day 9Olbia

Gateway to Sardinia's dazzling Costa Smeralda and the Maddalena island archipelago.

Day 10At Sea
Day 11Rome

Gateway to Rome's Colosseum and Vatican, reached by a 45-minute train ride.


Before you sail — hotels in Rome

Arrive a day early and explore Rome before boarding


Cabin Pricing


Reviews & AI Summary

4.6
Ship rating

MSC's luxury brand redefining ocean travel. All-suite ship with 9 included restaurants, premium spirits, and state-of-the-art wellness. European elegance meets contemporary luxury. Complimentary airport transfers and port shuttles.

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