An Extended Journey to the Mediterranean’s Cultural Touchstones
14 Nights | Rome Roundtrip - 14 nights from $12,900.00 per person, 1 Sep 2025.
BONUS:
EUR200 Journey Experience Credit Per Suite
Description
Get ready to dive into the vibrant local social scenes of captivating island escapes and artistic hubs. Trapani and Tunis immerse you in rich Arabic culture, while Palma de Mallorca and Barcelona offer you a glimpse into realms of stunning beauty. Next, indulge in the high-fashion glamour of Monte Carlo and Saint-Tropez, where the art of seeing and being seen reaches new heights. Enjoy Tuscan delicacies in Livorno, savour sunny rosés in Ajaccio, and relish leisurely afternoons of dolce far niente in Porto Cervo and Rome.
Pricing
Ocean Terrace Suite
From
$12,900*
Per person, twin share
What's Included
Unlimited premium beverages
In room champagne on arrival
Mini bar stocked to your liking
Walkin wardrobe
Heated bathroom floors
11 dining experiences
12 lounge/bars experiences
Complimentary access to the thermal spa area
Your Ship
EXPLORA II, launching in 2024, charts a course for new discoveries and expanded horizons. Crafted to offer a private yacht experience, Explora Journeys' ships epitomise modern luxury with unparalleled elegance. Enjoy a vibrant cosmopolitan lifestyle on board, featuring European opulence, gourmet 5-star dining, ocean wellness experiences, and high-tech comforts in refined suites, all complemented by stunning sea views.
Indulge in a global array of culinary delights as Explora Journeys infuses dining at sea with personality, sophistication, and a touch of soul.
Immerse yourself in Ocean Wellness, a collection of experiences designed for personal journeys of self-discovery and rejuvenation.
Redefining entertainment and enrichment through carefully crafted, personalised experiences, Explora Journeys presents a varied program of captivating and delightful events. These events are designed to foster connections between guests, hosts, and notable figures.
Unless stated otherwise, all prices are in NZD, per person, based on complete twin/double share room in categories advertised. Pricing variations may occur due to fluctuations in currency exchange rates. Prices include savings/discounts where applicable and all taxes/charges (which are subject to change). Limited suites are available for each offer, which are subject to availability at time of booking, are capacity controlled and may be changed or withdrawn at any time. Valid for new bookings only until sold out. In most cases a non-refundable deposit is required to secure your booking, this varies by cruise line and product. In some instances, full payment is required at time of booking, or by a certain time for offer to apply. Please check with your World Travellers advisor. Journey Experience Credit (JEC) will be applied to the reservation within 30 days of the journey start. The JEC will appear as Event Journey Experience Credit on the booking confirmation to confirm the JEC has been applied. The offer will be applicable to any reservations created between 16/09/2024 – 18/10/2024 . The offer is applicable to all journeys for sale except for designated blackout dates.. The offer is combinable with other Journey Experience Credit offers and combinable with the following Explora Journeys promotions: Journey Fare, Explora Early Booking Benefit, Back2Back, Explora Extended Journey Savings, Amenity Programme, Hosted Programme, Journey Together, Unique Escapes and Penthouse Dream. The offer is not combinable with other offers such as Exclusive Welcome Match, Net Rates, Interline Fares and Past Guest offer. Doubling the offer is not permitted. JEC will be based on the total number of nights onboard and be applied per suite booked. JEC will be applied to guests 1 and 2 within each suite. 3rd and 4thguests will not receive the JEC. Solo travellers earn 50% of the Journey Experience Credit per suite.
JEC can be used towards all onboard purchases including dining experiences, the ultra-exclusive selection of cocktails and beverages, destination experiences, and spa treatments. They are not applicable towards purchases in the Monobrand shops, casino credits or advances, additional gratuities, or exchangeable for cash. Should the reservation cancel, transfer, or change to a journey outside of the designated Journey window the offer will be removed. JEC is non-refundable with no cash value. Full amount must be used by 18:00 on the final night of the journey. Any portion remaining will be forfeited. Other restrictions may apply. Professional service fees may apply.
Prices are in NZD (unless specified otherwise) per person, in complete twin/double share accommodation (or single occupancy or family share where specified), valid for new bookings only, subject to availability. Offers are capacity-controlled and may be reduced, changed, extended or withdrawn at any time, without notice. Unless specified, airfares (and often transfers) are additional. Pricing variations may occur due to fluctuations in currency exchange rates. Prices include savings/discounts where applicable and all taxes/charges (which are subject to change). Offers valid for travel originating in New Zealand only. Required deposit amounts and deposit/final payment dates vary. Deposits may or may not be refundable. Amendment and cancellation fees apply. All products and itineraries are subject to change at the discretion of the supplier. Prices are based on cash, Eftpos, or Direct Credit payment only. We accept all major credit cards, however, processing fees apply. World Travellers reserve the right to correct any errors or omissions at any time. To be read in conjunction with the booking terms and conditions applicable to Explora Journeys. Travel documents & vaccination requirements are the responsibility of the individual traveller. Professional service fees may apply. Airfares & transfers are additional (unless specified otherwise). Some staterooms are based on a 'guarantee' stateroom. The exact stateroom grade, number and location on the ship will be allocated at the discretion of the cruise line. Some staterooms have obstructed views.
A Journey of Golden Ibiza Days & Warm Riviera Nights
7 Nights | Barcelona to Rome - 7 nights from $6,480.00 per person, 25 Aug 2025.
BONUS:
EUR150 Journey Experience Credit Per Suite
Description
From the bohemian charm and allure of the Balearic Islands to the old-world elegance of the French and Italian Rivieras, your journey spans fields of Provençal lavender, the glitz of Cannes, and the beauty of Cap d’Antibes. You will then arrive at the historic Cinque Terre, where lemon trees and olive groves cascade down to chic, striped beach umbrellas. Tuscany’s archipelago beckons to Monte Argentario’s secluded lagoons and the timeless allure of Rome.
Pricing
Ocean Terrace Suite
From
$7,680*
Per person, twin share
What's Included
Unlimited premium beverages
In room champagne on arrival
Mini bar stocked to your liking
Walkin wardrobe
Heated bathroom floors
11 dining experiences
12 lounge/bars experiences
Complimentary access to the thermal spa area
Your Ship
EXPLORA II, launching in 2024, charts a course for new discoveries and expanded horizons. Crafted to offer a private yacht experience, Explora Journeys' ships epitomise modern luxury with unparalleled elegance. Enjoy a vibrant cosmopolitan lifestyle on board, featuring European opulence, gourmet 5-star dining, ocean wellness experiences, and high-tech comforts in refined suites, all complemented by stunning sea views.
Indulge in a global array of culinary delights as Explora Journeys infuses dining at sea with personality, sophistication, and a touch of soul.
Immerse yourself in Ocean Wellness, a collection of experiences designed for personal journeys of self-discovery and rejuvenation.
Redefining entertainment and enrichment through carefully crafted, personalised experiences, Explora Journeys presents a varied program of captivating and delightful events. These events are designed to foster connections between guests, hosts, and notable figures.
Unless stated otherwise, all prices are in NZD, per person, based on complete twin/double share room in categories advertised. Pricing variations may occur due to fluctuations in currency exchange rates. Prices include savings/discounts where applicable and all taxes/charges (which are subject to change). Limited suites are available for each offer, which are subject to availability at time of booking, are capacity controlled and may be changed or withdrawn at any time. Valid for new bookings only until sold out. In most cases a non-refundable deposit is required to secure your booking, this varies by cruise line and product. In some instances, full payment is required at time of booking, or by a certain time for offer to apply. Please check with your World Travellers advisor. Journey Experience Credit (JEC) will be applied to the reservation within 30 days of the journey start. The JEC will appear as Event Journey Experience Credit on the booking confirmation to confirm the JEC has been applied. The offer will be applicable to any reservations created between 16/09/2024 – 18/10/2024 . The offer is applicable to all journeys for sale except for designated blackout dates.. The offer is combinable with other Journey Experience Credit offers and combinable with the following Explora Journeys promotions: Journey Fare, Explora Early Booking Benefit, Back2Back, Explora Extended Journey Savings, Amenity Programme, Hosted Programme, Journey Together, Unique Escapes and Penthouse Dream. The offer is not combinable with other offers such as Exclusive Welcome Match, Net Rates, Interline Fares and Past Guest offer. Doubling the offer is not permitted. JEC will be based on the total number of nights onboard and be applied per suite booked. JEC will be applied to guests 1 and 2 within each suite. 3rd and 4thguests will not receive the JEC. Solo travellers earn 50% of the Journey Experience Credit per suite.
JEC can be used towards all onboard purchases including dining experiences, the ultra-exclusive selection of cocktails and beverages, destination experiences, and spa treatments. They are not applicable towards purchases in the Monobrand shops, casino credits or advances, additional gratuities, or exchangeable for cash. Should the reservation cancel, transfer, or change to a journey outside of the designated Journey window the offer will be removed. JEC is non-refundable with no cash value. Full amount must be used by 18:00 on the final night of the journey. Any portion remaining will be forfeited. Other restrictions may apply. Professional service fees may apply.
Prices are in NZD (unless specified otherwise) per person, in complete twin/double share accommodation (or single occupancy or family share where specified), valid for new bookings only, subject to availability. Offers are capacity-controlled and may be reduced, changed, extended or withdrawn at any time, without notice. Unless specified, airfares (and often transfers) are additional. Pricing variations may occur due to fluctuations in currency exchange rates. Prices include savings/discounts where applicable and all taxes/charges (which are subject to change). Offers valid for travel originating in New Zealand only. Required deposit amounts and deposit/final payment dates vary. Deposits may or may not be refundable. Amendment and cancellation fees apply. All products and itineraries are subject to change at the discretion of the supplier. Prices are based on cash, Eftpos, or Direct Credit payment only. We accept all major credit cards, however, processing fees apply. World Travellers reserve the right to correct any errors or omissions at any time. To be read in conjunction with the booking terms and conditions applicable to Explora Journeys. Travel documents & vaccination requirements are the responsibility of the individual traveller. Professional service fees may apply. Airfares & transfers are additional (unless specified otherwise). Some staterooms are based on a 'guarantee' stateroom. The exact stateroom grade, number and location on the ship will be allocated at the discretion of the cruise line. Some staterooms have obstructed views.
AT THE HEART OF THE FORMULA 1 GRAND PRIX DE MONACO 2025
In 2025, EXPLORA II is coming to the FORMULA 1 GRAND PRIX DE MONACO 2025. The latest ship in Explora Journeys’ fleet will be docked in the heart of Monaco’s famous Port Hercule, offering a prime position throughout race week. She will play host to a series of spectacular events, providing a fitting venue for the most anticipated race in Formula 1® and its star-studded crowd, as well as being an elegant Monegasque home-away-from-home for guests across the weekend.
Designed to feel like your own private yacht, guests will enjoy during their stay onboard unparalleled comfort and spaces that offer relaxed luxury, creating a genuine home at sea.
All our ocean-front suites, penthouses and residences are designed with a refined, European elegance to bring guests closer to the ocean itself. Each suite features floor-to-ceiling windows that fill the space with light, spacious private sun terraces with a dining area, walk-in wardrobes and a seated vanity area.
While reserving with us, your clients will have the opportunity to complement their stay with Grandstand Tickets (Tribune 2) or Paddock Club™, including VIP Hospitality.
Explora Journeys Savings for MSC Yacht Club Guests - 31st August 24
We are pleased to be able to offer your valued MSC Yacht Club an exclusive opportunity to enjoy Explora Journeys with up-to 15% value savings when booking any Grand Journey or Caribbean Journey departing between 25th October 2024 to 2nd April 2025, with us before 9th September 2024*.
Introduce your MSC Yacht Club to the unique Explora Journeys’ experience aboard EXPLORA I and EXPLORA II.
Designed to feel like your own private yacht, Explora Journeys opens up Ocean Suites, Penthouses and Residences for its guests. With nine unforgettable inclusive culinary experiences, and ocean-inspired wellness, guests will travel to enriching lesser-travelled destinations in effortless European style as they discover the Ocean State of Mind.
In addition, celebrate Explora Journeys' first anniversary by booking by 31 August 2024 to receive a special offer of EUR 365** Journey Experience Credit per suite on all sailings departing from 23 August 2024.
Introducing Explora Journeys
Discover the Ocean State of Mind: Its influence sits at the heart of the Explora Journeys brand. It’s why all that we do is designed to offer refined yet effortless luxury, with the opportunity for exploration and transformation of the inner and outer self, resulting in a state that is uniquely rewarding — physically, intellectually and spiritually.
Their Story: 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.
Their Ambassador - Mike Horn: Mike’s dedication to adventure and the environment aligns perfectly with our values, and we are excited to work with him to create unforgettable and sustainable experiences for our discerning travellers.
Life Onboard Explora Journeys
Homes at Sea: Our distinct emphasis on style brings a new dimension to ocean journeys. Sublime panoramic ocean views triumph through floor-to-ceiling windows and private terraces, marble-lined bathrooms command attention, calming colours draw upon the exquisite natural surroundings, whilst the handpicked artwork and Italian linens serve as the finishing touch.
Dining: A diversity of culinary riches with cuisine covering all corners of the globe. Explora Journeys brings personality, sophistication and a dash of soul to dining at sea.
Lounging: An elegant, cosmopolitan atmosphere in which to discover, enjoy and appreciate diverse flavours and talents from around the world.
Ocean Wellness: A series of experiences where our guests can embark on personal journeys of inner discovery and rejuvenation.
Entertainment: Re-imagining entertainment and enrichment, with thoughtful, personalised experiences, diversions and performances to feed the soul.
Multi Generational Journeys: We welcome all generations and believe that few things are as satisfying as those special moments of togetherness.
All Inclusive Journeys
In-suite welcome bottle of champagne upon arrival
A bottle of wine and a bottle of spirit of the guests’ choice upon arrival
Authentic, cultured and intuitive service from our team of hospitality experts
Nine distinct culinary experiences, including in-suite dining
Unlimited beverages, fine wines and premium spirits, speciality coffees, teas and soft drinks available anytime, including in-suite mini-bar*
Access to the spa thermal area
Wellbeing and fitness programmes on board and at the destinations
All on-board gratuities
Unlimited, high-speed Wi-Fi throughout the ship
Shuttle services from port to city centre (where required/available)
Maiden Journeys EXPLORA I
A Maiden Journey from Southampton to Bergen
17 July – 29 July 2023, EXPLORA I
12 nights/13 days from $15,200 per guest
Calling into: Bruges, Hellesylt, Geiranger, Trondheim, Molde, Leknes, Brønnøysund, Flåm
For travellers seeking soul-stirring moments. Unfold a tapestry of picturesque canals, glassy fjords, tumbling waterfalls, and spellbinding history.
A Maiden Journey from Southampton to Trondheim
17 July – 22 July 2023, EXPLORA I
5 nights/6 days from $6,350* per guest
Calling into: Bruges, Hellesylt, Geiranger, Trondheim
This journey delivers lungs full of fresh air and hearts full of love. Brussels thrills with canals, chocolate, mussels, and more before Hellesylt gives pure spine-tingling moments.
A Maiden Journey from Trondheim to Copenhagen
22 July 2023 – 1 August 2023 EXPLORA I
10 nights/11 days from $12,650 per guest
Calling into: Molde, Leknes (Lofoten), Brønnøysund, Flåm, Bergen, Stavanger, Skagen
Sail into a coast that curls around some of the world’s most scenic landscapes: from the hidden depths of cascading waterfalls to deep valleys, and mile-deep fjords.
A Maiden Journey from Bergen to Copenhagen
29 July – 1 August 2023, EXPLORA I
3 nights/4 days from $3,800 per guest
Calling into: Stavanger, Skagen, Copenhagen
Nature will take care of you on this journey. From the gasping beauty of Bergen, have a sensory delight exploring Stavanger’s million brush strokes of colour, Michelin-starred dining, and the Lysefjord.
* Price in NZD, based on twin share, lead in suite, as available 16 June 2023.
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