Explora Journeys

Explora III

EXPLORA III sets sail in 2026, paving the way to new discoveries and furthering possibilities. Twinned with EXPLORA I & II she's designed to blend luxury with exploration, offering spacious suites, world-class dining, and wellness facilities, alongside itineraries that are crafted to provide guests with deep connections to the places they visit.
EXPLORA III sets sail in 2026, paving the way to new discoveries and furthering possibilities. Twinned with EXPLORA I & II she's designed to blend luxury with exploration, offering spacious suites, world-class dining, and wellness facilities, alongside itineraries that are crafted to provide guests with deep connections to the places they visit.
Cruise Departures
Cruise Departures
Ship Type
Ship Type
Mid-Size Cruise Ship
Passengers
Passengers
922
No. Of Crew
No. Of Crew
640
Launch Date
Launched
2026
Last Refurbished
Refurbished
-

Explora III Cruises

Choose from 90 vacations cruising on board the Explora III

8 Days Barcelona to Lisbon

Operator: Explora Journeys

From 6,345pp

8 Days San Juan to Miami

Operator: Explora Journeys

From 4,130pp

17 Days Miami to Miami

Operator: Explora Journeys

From 11,480pp

11 Days Miami to Panama City

Operator: Explora Journeys

From 7,465pp

Life On Board Explora III What can you expect when cruising on board Explora III

EXPLORA III
EXPLORA III

EXPLORA III, sets sail in 2026, paving the way to new discoveries and furthering possibilities. Exquisitely designed to offer you relaxed luxury, restoring life's essential balance with a combination of discovery and appreciation for wellbeing and nature. Read more

Inclusive Journeys
Inclusive Journeys

Experience vibrant cosmopolitan life aboard, with European luxury, 5-star dining, ocean wellness experiences, and tech-savvy comforts in sophisticated suites, all while enjoying beautiful sea views. Read more

Your Home At Sea
Your Home At Sea

Elegant, spacious and comfortable our ocean-front suites, penthouses and residences are designed to create a home at sea for our guests. Read more

Dining At Sea
Dining At Sea

Celebrating global talents and cultures, infusing global influences with personality, sophistication, and a touch of soul for a unique dining experience at sea. Read more

Leisure Experiences
Leisure Experiences

Discover Explora Journeys' collection of one-of-a-kind entertainment and enrichment experiences, designed to stimulate the mind and feed the soul. Read more

Ocean Inspired Wellness
Ocean Inspired Wellness

Ocean Wellness encompasses the physical, spiritual, and emotional health of our guests, ensuring their time with us is enriching and fulfilling. Read more

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Deck Plans

Deck 3
Deck 4
Deck 5
OT1
Ocean Terrace Suite
COJ
Cove Residence with Whirlpool
GP
Grand Penthouse
CR
Cocoon Residence
GT
Ocean Grand Terrance Suite
PH
Penthouse
PP
Premier Penthouse
Deck 6
OT1
Ocean Terrace Suite
OT2
Ocean Terrace Suite
COJ
Cove Residence with Whirlpool
GP
Grand Penthouse
CO1
Cove Residence
GT
Ocean Grand Terrance Suite
OR2
Owner's Residence (Partricia Urquiola)
PH
Penthouse
PP
Premier Penthouse
RR
Retreat Residence
Deck 7
OT2
Ocean Terrace Suite
OT3
Ocean Terrace Suite
COJ
Cove Residence with Whirlpool
GP
Grand Penthouse
CO1
Cove Residence
DP
Deluxe Penthouse
OR1
Owner's Residence
PH
Penthouse
PP
Premier Penthouse
RR
Retreat Residence
Deck 8
OT3
Ocean Terrace Suite
OT4
Ocean Terrace Suite
COJ
Cove Residence with Whirlpool
GP
Grand Penthouse
CO1
Cove Residence
DP
Deluxe Penthouse
PH
Penthouse
PP
Premier Penthouse
RR
Retreat Residence
SR
Serenity Residence
Deck 9
OT4
Ocean Terrace Suite
COJ
Cove Residence with Whirlpool
GP
Grand Penthouse
PP
Premier Penthouse
Deck 10
Deck 11
Deck 12
Deck 13

Cabins

Explora III Ocean Terrace Suite
Ocean Terrace Suite
Cabin Type: Balcony

Our Ocean Terrace Suites are amongst the largest entry-level suites in the industry. Each one has floor-to-ceiling windows and a private sun terrace, allowing guests to feel closer to the ocean as it carries them on their read more journey.

All suites include elegant lounge areas, private refrigerated mini bar – replenished according to the guests’ preferences, espresso machine, kettle and tea pot with a complimentary selection of coffee and teas, and feature spacious walk-in wardrobes with a seated vanity area.

The suite offers a total area of 35 sqm (377 sq ft), with the main suite area covering 28 sqm (301 sq ft), a bathroom of 4 sqm (43 sq ft), and a terrace spanning 7 sqm (75 sq ft). It is designed to accommodate a maximum of 2 adults and 1 child under 18 years old, with the option of adding a baby cot or rollaway bed for the child.

Explora III Cove Residence with Whirlpool
Cove Residence with Whirlpool
Cabin Type: Suite

For a true sense of being at home at sea, experience the sweeping decks and effortlessly elegant spaces of the Cove Residences. Each enjoys a private whirlpool on the private sun terrace and a Residence Host providing butler read more services, as well as a dining area for up to four guests, a separate living area and calm workspace.

Offering all the benefits of Ocean Penthouses, guests experience additional benefits including priority Destination Experiences reservations, complimentary airport to port/hotel transfers within 50 miles/80 km, and a personal welcome with priority embarkation by a Residence Host. Guests have access to a VIP lounge at embarkation, enjoy a welcome bottle of Dom Pérignon Vintage 2013, and benefit from a full in-suite bar setup with premium beverages. The experience is further enriched with an exclusive in-suite dining menu, private butler service, and unlimited laundry and pressing services, ensuring a luxurious and worry-free stay.

Cove Residences are designed to comfortably host up to 3 adults, or 2 adults and 2 children under 18 years old, with flexible sleeping options including a baby cot or double sofa bed.

Explora III Grand Penthouse
Grand Penthouse
Cabin Type: Suite

The most spacious of our penthouses, the Grand Penthouses offer elegant spaces with a separate stylish living area, a neat work space and a separate dining area for four, whilst the private sun terraces allow guests to unwind read more and savour the ocean, in the company of friends or one another. Enjoy a welcoming bottle of superior champagne upon arrival, access to an enhanced In-Suite Dining menu, and a superior selection of beverages and spirits in the mini-bar.

Additionally, guests benefit from priority check-in and embarkation where available. To further personalise the experience, an additional bottle of spirit or wine of the guests’ choice is provided, bringing the total to three bottles, ensuring a luxurious and tailored stay.

The Grand Penthouse is designed to comfortably host up to 3 adults, or 2 adults and 2 children under 18 years old, with flexible sleeping options including a baby cot or double sofa bed.

Explora III Ocean Grand Terrance Suite
Ocean Grand Terrance Suite
Cabin Type: Suite

Our Ocean Grand Terrace Suites are situated on decks 6 and 7, offering a more spacious private sun terrace, allowing guests to savour the ocean from the comfort of their daybed. All suites include elegant lounge areas, private read more refrigerated mini bar – replenished according to the guests’ preferences, espresso machine, kettle and tea pot with a complimentary selection of coffee and teas, and feature spacious walk-in wardrobes with a seated vanity area.

Enjoy all-inclusive benefits, along with exclusive privileges that include priority dinner reservations at select culinary venues, complimentary pressing of garments within 24 hours after check-in, and one bag of laundry per suite, serviced up to 48 hours before check-out, enhancing the luxury and convenience of your stay.

This suite spans a total of 39 sqm (420 sq ft), with the main suite area at 28 sqm (301 sq ft), a bathroom of 4 sqm (43 sq ft), and a larger terrace of 11 sqm (118 sq ft). It is suitable for 2 adults and 1 child under 18 years old, with accommodation options including a baby cot or rollaway bed for the child. These suites are located across decks 6 and 7, in aft, middle, and forward positions, with a total of 70 suites available.

Explora III Owner's Residence
Owner's Residence
Cabin Type: Suite

The iconic Owner’s Residence creates the largest living space on-board, with multiple harmonious spaces in which to relax, entertain and unwind. Stand in awe of the panoramic ocean views from your private outdoor terrace read more – extending over the full ship's width – with a spacious infinity whirlpool, and enjoy dedicated private butler services by the Residence Manager. Every aspect of the design of our Owner’s Residence reflects the meticulous curation of all details, conscious at all times of our commitment to sustainability.

Guests receive roundtrip home to airport ground transfers, a complimentary pre- or post-journey hotel night, and unlimited priority reservations for all culinary venues. Transfers from/to the hotel and port are included for distances up to 50 miles/80 km each way. A complimentary treatment at Ocean Wellness - The Spa adds to the indulgence. For explorations ashore, a private car with a driver is available for 4 hours once per journey, ensuring a seamless and exceptionally comfortable stay from start to finish.

The suite spans a total area of 280 sqm (3,014 sq ft), with the suite itself covering 155 sqm (1,668 sq ft) and the terrace area 125 sqm (1,345 sq ft). It is designed for 2 adults and 1 child under 2 years old, accommodated in a baby cot. For larger groups, a connecting Ocean Terrace suite can be reserved, increasing the maximum capacity to either 4 adults or 3 adults and 1 child under 18 years old.

Explora III Penthouse
Penthouse
Cabin Type: Suite

Each of our Penthouses offers a spacious living area, a neat work space and a separate dining area for four, allowing guests to entertain others or retreat in style as they see fit. Floor-to ceiling doors lead onto an expansive read more private sun terrace with another seating area and sunbeds for ultimate relaxation at sea.

Enjoy all-inclusive benefits with added exclusives including an in-suite welcome bottle of superior champagne, access to an enhanced In-Suite Dining menu, and a superior selection of beverages and spirits in the in-suite mini-bar. Additional perks include priority check-in and embarkation (where available), plus one additional bottle of spirit or wine of the guests' preference, bringing the total to three bottles, ensuring a stay that's both indulgent and unforgettable.

The accommodation is designed for a maximum capacity of either 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child under 18 years old, offering flexible sleeping arrangements including a baby cot, double sofa bed, or rollaway bed to suit the needs of guests.

Explora III Premier Penthouse
Premier Penthouse
Cabin Type: Suite

These light-filled, luxurious Premier Penthouses are designed for withdrawing in style or entertaining other guests – at a dining table laid for four, in the stylish living area and on the private sun terrace with a second read more seating area and daybeds or sunbeds overlooking the ocean.

Enjoy all-inclusive benefits with added exclusives including an in-suite welcome bottle of superior champagne, access to an enhanced In-Suite Dining menu, and a superior selection of beverages and spirits in the in-suite mini-bar. Additional perks include priority check-in and embarkation (where available), plus one additional bottle of spirit or wine of the guests' preference, bringing the total to three bottles, ensuring a stay that's both indulgent and unforgettable.

The Premier Penthouse is designed to comfortably host up to 3 adults, or 2 adults and 1 child under 18 years old, with flexible sleeping options including a baby cot, double sofa bed, or rollaway bed to cater to different family or group needs.

Explora III Cocoon Residence
Cocoon Residence
Cabin Type: Suite

Our Cocoon Residences are amongst the most spacious of our residences, with an expansive sun terrace on the ship’s coveted aft deck. The Cocoon Residences also feature Residence Hosts providing butler services, extensive read more living spaces with dining area for four, an abundant seating area and work space, and a marble bathroom with a bath tub and separate shower. Cocoon Residences are designed to host up to 3 adults, or 2 adults and 2 children under 18 years old, with flexible sleeping options including a baby cot or double sofa bed.

Offering all the benefits of Ocean Penthouses with added luxuries, including priority reservations for Destination Experiences and complimentary round-trip airport transfers within 50 miles/80 km. Guests are greeted personally by a Residence Host for priority embarkation and, where available, access to a VIP lounge. The welcome extends to an in-suite bottle of Dom Pérignon Vintage 2013 and a full bar setup featuring premium beverages. Dining is elevated with an exclusive in-suite menu from onboard culinary venues, complemented by private butler services and unlimited laundry and pressing, ensuring an unparalleled stay.

Explora III Retreat Residence
Retreat Residence
Cabin Type: Suite

Our luxurious Retreat Residences offer oversized floor-to-ceiling windows leading onto a spacious sun terrace with a private whirlpool, whilst a Residence Host providing butler services is on hand for our guests’ every whim, read more as well as a dining area for up to four guests, a separate living area and calm workspace.

Offering all the benefits of Ocean Penthouses, guests experience additional benefits including priority Destination Experiences reservations, complimentary airport to port/hotel transfers within 50 miles/80 km, and a personal welcome with priority embarkation by a Residence Host. Guests have access to a VIP lounge at embarkation (where available), enjoy a welcome bottle of Dom Pérignon Vintage 2013, and benefit from a full in-suite bar setup with premium beverages. The experience is further enriched with an exclusive in-suite dining menu, private butler service, and unlimited laundry and pressing services, ensuring a luxurious and worry-free stay.

Retreat Residences are designed to comfortably host up to 3 adults, or 2 adults and 2 children under 18 years old, with flexible sleeping options including a baby cot or double sofa bed.

Explora III Cove Residence
Cove Residence
Cabin Type: Suite

For a true sense of being at home at sea, experience the sweeping decks and effortlessly elegant spaces of the Cove Residences. Each enjoys a private whirlpool on the private sun terrace and a Residence Host providing butler read more services, as well as a dining area for up to four guests, a separate living area and calm workspace.

Offering all the benefits of Ocean Penthouses, guests experience additional benefits including priority Destination Experiences reservations, complimentary airport to port/hotel transfers within 50 miles/80 km, and a personal welcome with priority embarkation by a Residence Host. Guests have access to a VIP lounge at embarkation, enjoy a welcome bottle of Dom Pérignon Vintage 2013, and benefit from a full in-suite bar setup with premium beverages. The experience is further enriched with an exclusive in-suite dining menu, private butler service, and unlimited laundry and pressing services, ensuring a luxurious and worry-free stay.

Cove Residences are designed to comfortably host up to 3 adults, or 2 adults and 2 children under 18 years old, with flexible sleeping options including a baby cot or double sofa bed.

Explora III Serenity Residence
Serenity Residence
Cabin Type: Suite

The expansive panoramic sun terraces of our Serenity Residences offer a seating area for six, relaxing sunbeds and a private whirlpool from which to enjoy magnificent sea views.

Offering all the benefits of Ocean Penthouses, read more guests experience additional benefits including priority Destination Experiences reservations, complimentary airport to port/hotel transfers within 50 miles/80 km, and a personal welcome with priority embarkation by a Residence Host. Guests have access to a VIP lounge at embarkation (where available), enjoy a welcome bottle of Dom Pérignon Vintage 2013, and benefit from a full in-suite bar setup with premium beverages. The experience is further enriched with an exclusive in-suite dining menu, private butler service, and unlimited laundry and pressing services, ensuring a luxurious and worry-free stay.

Serenity Residences are designed to host up to 3 adults, or 2 adults and 2 children under 18 years old, with flexible sleeping options including a baby cot or double sofa bed.

Explora III Deluxe Penthouse
Deluxe Penthouse
Cabin Type: Suite

All penthouses include elegant lounge areas, private refrigerated mini bar – replenished according to the guests’ preferences, espresso machine, kettle and tea pot with a complimentary selection of coffee and teas, and feature read more spacious walk-in wardrobes with a seated vanity area.

Enjoy all-inclusive benefits with added exclusives including an in-suite welcome bottle of superior champagne, access to an enhanced In-Suite Dining menu, and a superior selection of beverages and spirits in the in-suite mini-bar. Additional perks include priority check-in and embarkation (where available), plus one additional bottle of spirit or wine of the guests' preference, bringing the total to three bottles, ensuring a stay that's both indulgent and unforgettable.

The Deluxe Penthouse is designed to comfortably host up to 3 adults, or 2 adults and 1 child under 18 years old, with flexible sleeping options including a baby cot, double sofa bed, or rollaway bed to cater to different family or group needs.

Explora III Owner's Residence (Partricia Urquiola)
Owner's Residence (Partricia Urquiola)
Cabin Type: Suite

The most exclusive residence on board, the Owner’s Residence, designed by Patricia Urquiola, represents the ultimate expression of modern ocean living: an immersive emotional and sensory journey. Every surface and detail read more reflects Patricia Urquiola’s distinctive approach – beauty quietly revealed through texture, proportion, and light. ​An expansive terrace stretching across the full width of the aft, invites guests to experience uninterrupted ocean views from the oversized whirlpool, gather around the alfresco dining table, or recline in beautifully appointed outdoor lounge chairs. ​

Inside, sculptural elegance shapes the atmosphere: oak parquet, refined marbles and a continuous curved boiserie create a fluid sense of movement, enriched by furnishings from Cassina, Kettal and Moroso.​ A circular dining room for eight flows naturally into the generous living area and bar counter designed for effortless entertaining.​

The private bedroom offers panoramic sea views and a peaceful sense​ of retreat, while the travertine-crafted bathroom features a bathtub, separate shower and a private steam room and a spacious walk-in wardrobe.​

The suite spans a total area of 280 sqm (3,014 sq ft), with the suite itself covering 155 sqm (1,668 sq ft) and the terrace area 125 sqm (1,345 sq ft). It is designed for 2 adults and 1 child under 2 years old, accommodated in a baby cot. For larger groups, a connecting Ocean Terrace suite can be reserved, increasing the maximum capacity to either 4 adults or 3 adults and 1 child under 18 years old.

Explora III Cruise Schedule

All 90 sailings by departure date on board Explora III
Starts
Days
Name
From - To
From
Starts
Monday
03 Aug 2026
Days
8
From - To
Barcelona to Lisbon
From
6,345pp
Starts
Monday
03 Aug 2026
Days
15
From - To
Barcelona to London
From
11,970pp
Starts
Monday
10 Aug 2026
Days
8
From - To
Lisbon to London
From
7,050pp
Starts
Tuesday
25 Aug 2026
Days
9
From - To
Copenhagen to Copenhagen
From
8,500pp
Starts
Wednesday
02 Sep 2026
Days
6
From - To
Copenhagen to Hamburg
From
4,795pp
Starts
Wednesday
02 Sep 2026
Days
16
From - To
Copenhagen to Reykjavik
From
14,175pp
Starts
Wednesday
02 Sep 2026
Days
8
From - To
Copenhagen to London
From
6,345pp
Starts
Monday
07 Sep 2026
Days
31
From - To
Hamburg to New York
From
24,410pp
Starts
Monday
07 Sep 2026
Days
22
From - To
Hamburg to Quebec City
From
19,035pp
Starts
Monday
07 Sep 2026
Days
11
From - To
Hamburg to Reykjavik
From
9,090pp
Starts
Wednesday
09 Sep 2026
Days
29
From - To
London to New York
From
22,820pp
Starts
Wednesday
09 Sep 2026
Days
20
From - To
London to Quebec City
From
16,360pp
Starts
Wednesday
09 Sep 2026
Days
9
From - To
London to Reykjavik
From
7,245pp
Starts
Thursday
17 Sep 2026
Days
21
From - To
Reykjavik to New York
From
16,360pp
Starts
Thursday
17 Sep 2026
Days
12
From - To
Reykjavik to Quebec City
From
9,405pp
Starts
Monday
28 Sep 2026
Days
10
From - To
Quebec City to New York
From
7,645pp
Starts
Monday
28 Sep 2026
Days
18
From - To
Quebec City to Quebec City
From
12,195pp
Starts
Wednesday
07 Oct 2026
Days
19
From - To
New York to Miami
From
12,070pp
Starts
Wednesday
07 Oct 2026
Days
9
From - To
New York to Quebec City
From
6,075pp
Starts
Thursday
15 Oct 2026
Days
11
From - To
Quebec City to Miami
From
6,670pp
Starts
Thursday
15 Oct 2026
Days
18
From - To
Quebec City to San Juan
From
9,485pp
Starts
Sunday
25 Oct 2026
Days
15
From - To
Miami to Miami
From
7,725pp
Starts
Sunday
25 Oct 2026
Days
8
From - To
Miami to San Juan
From
4,125pp
Starts
Sunday
01 Nov 2026
Days
8
From - To
San Juan to Miami
From
4,400pp
Starts
Sunday
01 Nov 2026
Days
15
From - To
San Juan to San Juan
From
7,760pp
Starts
Sunday
08 Nov 2026
Days
15
From - To
Miami to Miami
From
6,785pp
Starts
Sunday
08 Nov 2026
Days
8
From - To
Miami to San Juan
From
4,400pp
Starts
Sunday
15 Nov 2026
Days
8
From - To
San Juan to Miami
From
4,125pp
Starts
Sunday
15 Nov 2026
Days
15
From - To
San Juan to San Juan
From
6,900pp
Starts
Sunday
22 Nov 2026
Days
15
From - To
Miami to Miami
From
7,310pp
Starts
Sunday
22 Nov 2026
Days
8
From - To
Miami to San Juan
From
4,310pp
Starts
Sunday
29 Nov 2026
Days
8
From - To
San Juan to Miami
From
4,310pp
Starts
Sunday
29 Nov 2026
Days
15
From - To
San Juan to San Juan
From
6,825pp
Starts
Sunday
06 Dec 2026
Days
15
From - To
Miami to Miami
From
6,160pp
Starts
Sunday
06 Dec 2026
Days
8
From - To
Miami to San Juan
From
3,850pp
Starts
Sunday
13 Dec 2026
Days
8
From - To
San Juan to Miami
From
3,850pp
Starts
Sunday
13 Dec 2026
Days
16
From - To
San Juan to San Juan
From
7,805pp
Starts
Sunday
20 Dec 2026
Days
17
From - To
Miami to Miami
From
11,480pp
Starts
Sunday
20 Dec 2026
Days
9
From - To
Miami to San Juan
From
5,720pp
Starts
Monday
28 Dec 2026
Days
9
From - To
San Juan to Miami
From
6,440pp
Starts
Monday
28 Dec 2026
Days
17
From - To
San Juan to San Juan
From
9,765pp
Starts
Tuesday
05 Jan 2027
Days
17
From - To
Miami to Miami
From
8,400pp
Starts
Tuesday
05 Jan 2027
Days
9
From - To
Miami to San Juan
From
4,690pp
Starts
Wednesday
13 Jan 2027
Days
9
From - To
San Juan to Miami
From
4,690pp
Starts
Wednesday
13 Jan 2027
Days
17
From - To
San Juan to San Juan
From
7,700pp
Starts
Thursday
21 Jan 2027
Days
16
From - To
Miami to Miami
From
7,035pp
Starts
Thursday
21 Jan 2027
Days
9
From - To
Miami to San Juan
From
4,690pp
Starts
Friday
29 Jan 2027
Days
8
From - To
San Juan to Miami
From
4,130pp
Starts
Friday
29 Jan 2027
Days
15
From - To
San Juan to San Juan
From
7,210pp
Starts
Friday
05 Feb 2027
Days
15
From - To
Miami to Miami
From
7,420pp
Cruise Content
Cabin images are sourced from Explora Journeys. These should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on sailing dates.