Explora I, ex Istanbul to Venice – 08 Oct 2025 – Cruise Traveller

Explora I, ex Istanbul to Venice

Cruise Line
Explora Journeys
Ship
Explora I
Cruise Departs
08 Oct 2025
Cruise Duration
10 Nights
Embark Ship
Istanbul, Turkey
Disembark Ship
Venice, Italy
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Cruise Itinerary

DateActivityArriveDepart
08 Oct 2025
Istanbul, Turkey
09 Oct 2025
Istanbul, Turkey
10 Oct 2025 At sea    
11 Oct 2025
Mykonos, Greece
12 Oct 2025
Mykonos, Greece
12 Oct 2025
Santorini, Greece
13 Oct 2025 At sea    
14 Oct 2025
Corfu, Greece
15 Oct 2025
Gallipoli, Italy
16 Oct 2025
Hvar, Croatia
17 Oct 2025
Pula, Croatia
18 Oct 2025
Fusina, Italy
(Venice)

All itineraries and ports of call at the discretion of the cruise line subject to local weather conditions and may change without notice.

10 Night Cruise sailing from Istanbul to Venice (Fusina) aboard Explora I.

Highlights of this cruise:

Istanbul
Istanbul is Europe’s most populous city (the world’s 4th largest city proper and 20th largest urban area) and Turkey’s cultural and financial center. The city covers 27 districts of the Istanbul province. It is located on the Bosphorus Strait, and encompasses the natural harbor known as the Golden Horn, in the northwest of the country.

Part of Istanbul’s great attraction is its unique position on two continents, divided by the Bosphorus. Most of the population live on the European side; the Asian sector is reached via the high-level Bosphorus Bridge, the Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge or by ferry. With 13 million inhabitants Istanbul offers all the excitement of a cosmopolitan city. Its numerous monuments, mosques and museums, plus the famous Grand Bazaar, make it one of the world’s great destinations.

Venice
The city of Venice sits at the top of the Adriatic Sea in the north east corner of Italy. It is considered by many to be one of the most beautiful cities in the world. The city sits on 118 small islands in the Venetian Lagoon – a salt marsh. In the 12th century Venice became a city state and its location at the top of the Adriatic made it a key naval and commercial centre as well as a flourishing art centre.

Modern Venice is stunning and retains the wonderful history of this unique city. It is a city of museums, galleries, piazzas, palaces, churches and more. One visit isn’t enough to see all that Venice has to offer but visitors should try and see the Basilica San Marco and San Marco Square, the Doges Palace and the Gallerie dell’Accademia which houses some of Italy’s finest art treasures.

Your home at sea
Private terraces which are amongst the largest in the category. Large floor-to-ceiling windows with elegant interiors. Spacious walk-in wardrobe with a seated vanity area

Environmental supporting technologies
Hybrid-ready energy solutions. Waste-management and energy-saving solutions. No single-plastic used on-board and ashore

Ship Profile & Stats

  • Length: 248m
  • Tonnage: 63,900 GT
  • Maiden Voyage: 2023
  • Passenger Capacity (dbl): 1473

Ship Amenities

  • Complimentary Wi-Fi
  • Infotainment system with Smart TV and easy connectivity to personal devices
  • Telephones with voicemail
  • On-demand TV options
  • Wireless charging base on bedside tables
  • Individual climate control in each suite
  • Oversized floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the sea
  • Lounge area with coffee/dining table
  • Private refrigerated mini-bar, replenished according to the guests’ preferences
  • Espresso machine, kettle and tea pot with a complimentary selection of coffee and teas
  • Complimentary personal refillable water bottle for each guest
  • Pair of binoculars for guests’ use during their journey
  • Safe accommodating most tablets and laptops
  • Bespoke king-sized bed sleep system
  • Featuring a double sofa bed
  • Down duvets and pillows
  • Extensive pillow selection
  • Oversized walk-in wardrobe with a seated vanity area
  • Spacious bathroom with a walk-in shower and heated floors
  • Plush bathrobes and slippers
  • Custom bath toiletries and amenities
  • Dyson Supersonic TM hair-dryer and illuminated make-up/shaving mirror (Some suites with bathtubs and accessible facilities)

Ship Facilities

  • Over 700 sqm (7,500 sq ft) of indoor and outdoor wellness facilities
  • Over 270 sqm (2,900 sq ft) of fitness facilities with latest equipment
  • 18 restaurants focused on healthy, delicious food from local, sustainable sources
  • Multiple culinary experiences across six vibrant restaurants and numerous lounges (as well as In-Suite Dining) created to celebrate global cooking tal
  • 12 indoor and outdoor bar and lounges with curated entertainment and intimate performances
  • Cosmopolitan, effortless entertainment with the perfect blend of vibrancy and privacy across an array of indoor and outdoor spaces on board
  • Casino, art gallery, culinary school and curated shopping experiences
  • Three outdoor pools, including one adults-only, and one indoor pool with retractable glass roof
  • 64 private cabanas
  • Multiple indoor and outdoor whirlpools
  • Poolside dining and lounging
  • Hybrid-ready energy solutions
  • Waste-management and energy-saving solutions
  • No single-plastic used onboard and ashore

Explora Journeys represents the ambition and long-held dream of the MSC Group and the Aponte family to create a transformative luxury ocean travel experience and brand that redefines the luxury cruise category.

This is a story that starts in Sorrento with a Neapolitan ferry captain, Gianluigi Aponte, who – together with the Swiss sweetheart he met when she was a passenger on one of his crossings – went on to create MSC, a global shipping operation and the world’s largest privately-owned cruise company. Now this Swiss-Italian seafaring family are fulfilling their life-long dream and launching Explora Journeys, an exquisite, modern luxury cruise experience like no other.

The Aponte family records date back to the 17th century from which 300 years of sea-faring expertise, alongside an inherent passion and respect for the sea has developed.

Indeed, the ocean and its influence on us as human beings sits at the very heart of the Explora Journeys brand.

The oceans connect you with yourself, people and the places around you. It relaxes you, and creates an energy in you that inspires inner and outer discovery, broadens horizons and triggers new connections.

All of this, creates an emotional connection that is powerful, transformative, yet universal.

We call it the Ocean State of Mind

A state of mind that has helped create Explora Journeys. A state of mind inspired by the blue waters of our seas and oceans. Characterised by calm, unity, elegance and joy, that encourages inner and outer exploration and discovery. One that appeals to our audience’s desire for mindful travel. A state of mind that embodies a consciousness of how guests go, not just where they go. This is what Explora Journeys will uniquely provide for our guests.

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