Arrive in Monaco as EXPLORA I takes its exclusive position within the legendary Port Hercule, a rare vantage point just steps from the circuit. Before engines ignite and adrenaline fills the air, the pace is unhurried, allowing time to settle in and savour the atmosphere of this iconic principality.​ Onboard, the world slows to a refined rhythm: perhaps a moment of stillness on your private oceanfront terrace, a soothing wellness ritual at Ocean Wellness – The Spa, enhanced by a specially curated Formula 1®-inspired pop-up menu, or a quiet swim as the harbour shimmers in golden light. Enjoy curated dining, elegant cocktails, and intimate gatherings that set the perfect mood for the excitement ahead — a day designed for restoration and anticipation before the spectacle begins.​

As anticipation builds, so does Monaco’s unmistakable energy. Feel the excitement as the first engines come to life, signalling the Formula 2™ and Formula 3™ practice sessions taking to the track. Just outside, boutique-lined streets, the iconic Prince’s Palace, and famed Casino Square await exploration. ​ ​ Onboard, curated entertainment and race-inspired gatherings set the tone for an extraordinary weekend, seamlessly balancing the pulse of the principality with the calm of your ultra-elegant home at sea. As evening falls, unwind with live music at the Sky Bar on 14, where golden hour views and refined ambience create the perfect close to the day. It is a vantage point like no other — where the glamour of Monte Carlo and the serenity of the ocean converge.

Just steps from the circuit, the action echoes through Monaco. Begin your day with an exclusive Meet & Greet with Formula 1® legend Damon Hill, before experiencing the spectacle unfold as the pit lane fills with adrenaline, and the Paddock welcomes the drivers ahead of Formula 1® practice, followed by Formula 2™ and Formula 3™ qualifying. ​ ​ Enhance your experience with 3-day Grandstand tickets or 3-day F1 Paddock Club™ hospitality, both available to reserve alongside your journey.​ ​ After the adrenaline, retreat to the stillness of your suite — a spacious sanctuary with floor-to-ceiling windows and a private terrace — and savour sunlit afternoons or golden hour cocktails as the celebrations continue aboard EXPLORA I.​

The weekend builds to a crescendo as Formula 1® drivers battle for pole position and deliver breathtaking performances around Monaco’s legendary bends. In the morning, join Formula 1® icons David Coulthard and Mika Häkkinen for an exclusive encounter, offering rare perspectives from inside the sport before the thrill intensifies with the Formula 2™ and Formula 3™ Sprint Races, each one a showcase of rising talent and fierce determination. Then step into the driver’s seat with an immersive F 1® simulator experience.​ ​ ​ After an eventful day of racing, return to the serene luxury of your suite — your private sanctuary framed by floor-to-ceiling windows and a private oceanfront terrace. Evenings come alive onboard EXPLORA I with celebratory cocktails, refined tastings, and live music, all capturing the unique spirit of race weekend.​

The pinnacle of the racing weekend arrives on Sunday. After a special Q&A session with the BWT Alpine Formula One™ Team drivers, it is time to watch the FORMULA 1 LOUIS VUITTON GRAND PRIX DE MONACO 2026 unfold almost within touching distance, every lap amplifying the energy until the final flag waves and celebrations light up the principality. ​ ​ ​ Back onboard the ship, enjoy one final Monegasque evening of elevated dining, elegant entertainment, and unforgettable moments — a fitting finale to a race weekend reimagined, where the thrill of Formula 1® meets the serenity of the sea.​

Megayachts jostle for space while billionaires roll dice in the world’s most famous casino — welcome to Monte-Carlo, playground to the rich and famous. Royals and legends alike grace the Opéra de Monte-Carlo, gathering place for well-heeled locals and visitors since 1879. Supercars growl along well-dressed streets, past palatial hotels and fine dining restaurants showered in Michelin stars. Delve into seafaring history at the Oceanographic Museum, a cliffside cabinet of curiosities, and explore the 13th century Prince’s Palace perched high on the monolithic Rock of Monaco, then soak up the Riviera sunshine at the Thermes Marins (thermal baths), dedicated to well-being and beauty.