Looking to trade the dreary autumn weather for late-season sunshine along the Adriatic and Aegean? Aboard the Explora II by Explora Journeys, you can embark on an 11-night luxury voyage from October 29 to November 9, 2026, sailing from Venice (Fusina) along Croatia’s coast and through the Greek Isles to Athens.
Exclusively via Travel-Dealz, you can book an Ocean Terrace Suite (Category OT2) at the promotional rate of €3,310 per person (including €10 in Greek port infrastructure taxes) based on double occupancy. For solo travelers, fares start at just €4,060 (including the €10 Greek tax).
For comparison: booking directly on Explora Journeys’ website currently costs at least €5,320 per person for the entry-level OT1 category, or €6,850 for solo travelers. You save over €2,000 per person, paying roughly €300 per person per night! Standard pricing on Explora typically hovers between €400 and €600 per night. Only a limited number of suites are available at our exclusive negotiated rate.
An early highlight of the cruise is Dubrovnik with its imposing medieval stone walls. From there, the ship calls at Corfu, Volos, and Thessaloniki, before venturing into the Cyclades to visit Mykonos, Milos, and charming Nafplio on the Peloponnese. In nearly every port, you enjoy generous docking windows of 10 to 12 hours.
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Included Services
As part of Explora Journeys’ all-inclusive luxury standard, the cruise fare covers the following amenities:
- Full board dining across venues, including most specialty restaurants and 24-hour in-suite dining
- A curated selection of fine wines and premium spirits
- Specialty coffees, fine teas, and soft drinks (including fully stocked in-suite minibar)
- Welcome bottle of chilled champagne upon arrival in your suite
- One bottle of wine and one bottle of premium spirit of your choice in your suite
- All onboard crew gratuities and service charges
- 24-hour suite service and concierge assistance
- Complimentary access to the Ocean Wellness Thermal Spa area
- Complimentary port shuttle buses between ship and city centers (where available)
- Unlimited high-speed Starlink Wi-Fi access throughout the ship
The Route
While late October and early November bring gray skies to northern and central Europe, this itinerary lets you extend late summer along the Mediterranean. Your voyage departs from the Fusina cruise terminal on the mainland directly across from the historic heart of Venice.
Explora II sets sail at 18:00 and docks the following morning in Zadar, Croatia. Located on a picturesque peninsula, Zadar is celebrated for Roman forum ruins, the pre-Romanesque Church of St. Donatus, and the Sea Organ, an architectural sound installation played by the ocean waves.
Day 3 brings you to Dubrovnik. Stroll along the fully intact medieval stone walls, walk down the polished limestone Stradun, or take the cable car up Mount Srđ for panoramic views over the old town and the Adriatic Sea.
Next up is Corfu. Corfu Town’s UNESCO-listed historic center showcases Venetian fortresses, French-style arcades along the Liston, and neoclassical landmarks like Empress Sisi’s Achilleion Palace.
Following a relaxing sea day, you reach Volos at the foot of Mount Pelion. From here, you can wander through traditional stone villages or join an excursion to the awe-inspiring cliff-top monasteries of Meteora.
The next port of call is Thessaloniki, Greece’s vibrant second city. Highlights include the waterfront White Tower, the Arch of Galerius, the Rotunda, and UNESCO-protected Byzantine churches, paired with a renowned culinary scene.
After another sea day, the ship enters the Cyclades: on Mykonos, wander the whitewashed maze of Chora, photograph the iconic windmills, and enjoy the waterfront cafes of Little Venice.
The volcanic island of Milos follows, famous for colorful fishing settlements like Klima and the lunar-like white chalk cliffs of Sarakiniko Beach.
The final port of call is Nafplio in the Peloponnese, the first capital of modern Greece. The dramatic Palamidi Fortress towers above the town, and excursions lead to the ancient theater of Epidaurus or the ruins of Mycenae. On the morning of November 9, Explora II completes its voyage in Piraeus (Athens).
The Ship
Delivered in 2024 by Italy’s Fincantieri shipyard, Explora II measures 248 meters in length and 32 meters in width, accommodating up to 900 guests served by 640 crew members. This exceptional guest-to-crew ratio (1.25:1) ensures intuitive, highly personalized European luxury service.
Accommodations comprise 461 spacious oceanfront suites starting at 35 m² (377 sq ft)—among the largest entry-level staterooms in the luxury cruise sector. Every suite features floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows, a private teak terrace with daybeds, a walk-in wardrobe with a vanity, and premium Italian bedding.
Culinary excellence is a centerpiece of Explora Journeys, offering six sophisticated open-seating restaurants, 12 bars and lounges, unlimited fine wines and premium spirits, a 700 m² indoor-outdoor spa with complimentary thermal area access, and three outdoor heated swimming pools with private cabanas.
The primary onboard language is English, and onboard charges can be settled in Euro or US Dollar depending on the destination using all major credit cards.
Below are impressions of the suites, dining venues, and open decks aboard Explora II:
