Explora II, ex Barcelona Return – 22 Oct 2025 – Cruise Traveller

Explora II, ex Barcelona Return

Cruise Line
Explora Journeys
Ship
Explora II
Cruise Departs
22 Oct 2025
Cruise Duration
11 Nights
Embark Ship
Barcelona, Spain
Disembark Ship
Barcelona, Spain
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Cruise Itinerary

DateActivityArriveDepart
22 Oct 2025
Barcelona, Spain
23 Oct 2025
Alicante, Spain
9:00 AM 5:00 PM
24 Oct 2025
Gibraltar, United Kingdom
1:00 PM 7:00 PM
25 Oct 2025
Casablanca, Morocco
8:00 AM
26 Oct 2025
Casablanca, Morocco
8:00 PM
27 Oct 2025 At sea    
28 Oct 2025
Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands
9:00 AM 9:00 PM
29 Oct 2025
Arrecife, Lanzarote, Canary Islands, Spain
8:00 AM 5:00 PM
30 Oct 2025 At sea    
31 Oct 2025
Cadiz, Spain
8:00 AM 7:00 PM
01 Nov 2025 At sea    
02 Nov 2025
Barcelona, Spain
8:00 AM

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

11 Night Cruise sailing from Barcelona roundtrip aboard Explora II.

Highlights of this cruise:

Barcelona
Barcelona is the second largest city in Spain and the capital of Catalonia. It is located on the shores of the Mediterranean and enjoys a mild climate all year round.Barcelona is one of Europe’s largest and most successful ports and one of the world’s leading cities in art and architecture.

From the modern cruise terminal at the docks you will need a taxi or tour to see the artistic beauty of this unique destination, credited to the talents of Joan Miro, Pablo Picasso, Antonio Gaudi, Jose Clara and others. Stroll the mosaic-paved Ramblas, the city’s social hub, with open-air cafes, street entertainers and flower displays. See its unique Catalonian cultural heritage in the ancient Gothic Quarter, the surrealistic architecture of Antonio Gaudi and some outstanding museums.

Sights of interest include the Columbus Monument, the Cathedral of Santa Eulalia (1298 to 1454), the Maritime Museum, Picasso Gallery, La Sagrada Familia (Gaudi’s unfinished cathedral), Palau Guell (Gaudi mansion) and the Olympic stadiums.

Casablanca
Casablanca is a city in western Morocco, located on the Atlantic Ocean. It is the capital of the Grand Casablanca region and Morocco’s largest city as well as its chief port. It is the cosmopolitan, industrial and economic heart of Morocco.

Among the most visible aspects of Casablanca are the wide boulevards flanked by white, tall buildings. The streets fan out from the Place de Nations Unies. This place is the focal point of downtown Casablanca, and also the point where the modern town meets the medina. The old city of Casablanca is conveniently located, just off the main town square from where all avenues radiate, and near the sea.

Casablanca is home to the Hassan II Mosque, designed by the French architect Michel Pinseau. It is situated on a promontory on the Atlantic. The mosque has room for 25,000 worshippers inside, and a further 80,000 can be accommodated in the mosque’s courtyard. Its minaret is the world’s tallest at 210 metres. The mosque is also the largest in North Africa, and the third largest in the world.

Cadiz
The city of Cadiz is located on a peninsula protruding into the Bay of Cádiz, the Isle of Leon, separated from the mainland by a narrow and torturous channel, part of much larger Gulf of Cádiz. Very high and thick walls surround the city presenting a very picturesque appearance from the sea.

Cádiz is of typical Andalusian character. The old part of Cádiz, commonly referred to as the Old City (Spanish Casco Antiguo), is shaped by the individuality of the various quarters (Spanish barrios), “El Populo,” “La Viña,” or “Santa Maria.” These areas offer a marked contrast to the newer areas of town.

While the townscape of the Old City is largely formed by narrow alleys leading into a number of plazas, newer areas consist of wide avenues and more modern buildings. In addition, the city is dotted with numerous parks with old giant trees supposedly brought there by Columbus.

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: 2024
  • 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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