Sailing in January 2029

Endless Worlds

Introducing our 128-day Inaugural World Journey 2029

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A first for Explora Journeys

EXPLORA I

Dubai to Barcelona

128

Days

4

Continents

29

Countries & Territories

63

Destinations

44

First-Time Visits

12

Overnight Stays

Seven unique Passages

Across seven unique Passages, guests will experience the world as one continuous Journey. 

From DUBAI to SINGAPORE

6-26 Jan 2029 | 20 Nights

From SINGAPORE to SYDNEY

26 Jan - 16 Feb 2029 | 23 Nights

From SYDNEY to AUCKLAND

18 Feb - 4 Mar 2029 | 14 Nights

From AUCKLAND to TAHITI

4 - 20 Mar 2029 | 17 Nights

From TAHITI to VALPARAISO

20 Mar - 3 Apr 2029 | 14 Nights

From VALPARAISO to MIAMI

3 - 24 Apr 2029 | 21 Nights

From MIAMI to BARCELONA

24 Apr - 14 May 2029 | 20 Nights

Discover our Inaugural World Journeys 2029

Our Passages

Dubai to Singapore

A Passage through Lands of Iridescent Seas & Inspiring Cities

6-26 January 2029 | 20 Nights

The first Passage of our Inaugural World Journey traces historic routes from Arabia to India, from Mumbai’s vibrant spirit to the serenity of the Maldives, the wild beauty of Sri Lanka and Langkawi’s UNESCO-listed landscapes—a Journey to awaken every sense.

Singapore to Sydney

A Passage that Traces the Edge of the East

26 January - 16 February 2029 | 23 Nights

As our Inaugural World Journey continues, a rare Passage links Indonesia, Papua New Guinea and Australia. From Java and Bali to Komodo’s untouched beauty, onward to Darwin, Papua New Guinea’s rich cultures, and the Great Barrier Reef—before concluding in Sydney.

 

 

Sydney to Auckland

A Passage Stretching Across the Southern Arc

18 February - 4 March 2029 | 14 Nights

As our Inaugural World Journey continues, contrasts unfold from Australia to New Zealand’s fjords. Melbourne and Hobart give way to Milford Sound, before reaching Tauranga’s Māori heritage—each stop shaped by nature and renewal.

Auckland to Tahiti

A Passage Into the Sea of Islands

4 - 20 March 2029 | 17 Nights

This Passage sails east across the Pacific, from Fiji, Tonga and the Cook Islands to Bora Bora and Tahiti, where island cultures converge. Crossing the International Dateline shifts time and perspective, while Huahine and Raiatea reveal the heart of Polynesia—an awakening to a world shaped by distance, spirit and sea.

 

Tahiti to Valparaíso

A Passage to Rediscover Lost Horizons

20 March - 3 April 2029 | 14 Nights

Across the Pacific, horizons open to rare remoteness and discovery. From Fakarava to Pitcairn and Easter Island, this Passage connects isolated worlds of Polynesian heritage—ending where ocean meets Chile’s vibrant shore.

Valparaíso to Miami

A Passage to Unveil the Many Americas

3 - 24 April 2029 | 21 Nights

Tracing South America’s coast northward, this Passage leads from Peru’s Paracas and Lima to the Panama Canal, before reaching Cartagena—connecting ancient cultures, vibrant cities and two oceans in one defining Journey.

Miami to Barcelona

A Passage through the Atlantic’s Mosaic

24 April - 14 May 2029 | 20 Nights

The final Passage unfolds from the Caribbean’s luminous waters to New York’s vibrant pulse, then across the Atlantic to the Azores, before arriving on Europe’s sunlit shores of Lisbon, Cádiz and Barcelona—an elegant close to a Journey defined by connection and discovery.

A Passage through Lands of Iridescent Seas & Inspiring Cities

6-26 January 2029 | 20 Nights

The first Passage of our Inaugural World Journey traces historic routes from Arabia to India, from Mumbai’s vibrant spirit to the serenity of the Maldives, the wild beauty of Sri Lanka and Langkawi’s UNESCO-listed landscapes—a Journey to awaken every sense.

A Passage that Traces the Edge of the East

26 January - 16 February 2029 | 23 Nights

As our Inaugural World Journey continues, a rare Passage links Indonesia, Papua New Guinea and Australia. From Java and Bali to Komodo’s untouched beauty, onward to Darwin, Papua New Guinea’s rich cultures, and the Great Barrier Reef—before concluding in Sydney.

 

 

A Passage Stretching Across the Southern Arc

18 February - 4 March 2029 | 14 Nights

As our Inaugural World Journey continues, contrasts unfold from Australia to New Zealand’s fjords. Melbourne and Hobart give way to Milford Sound, before reaching Tauranga’s Māori heritage—each stop shaped by nature and renewal.

A Passage Into the Sea of Islands

4 - 20 March 2029 | 17 Nights

This Passage sails east across the Pacific, from Fiji, Tonga and the Cook Islands to Bora Bora and Tahiti, where island cultures converge. Crossing the International Dateline shifts time and perspective, while Huahine and Raiatea reveal the heart of Polynesia—an awakening to a world shaped by distance, spirit and sea.

 

A Passage to Rediscover Lost Horizons

20 March - 3 April 2029 | 14 Nights

Across the Pacific, horizons open to rare remoteness and discovery. From Fakarava to Pitcairn and Easter Island, this Passage connects isolated worlds of Polynesian heritage—ending where ocean meets Chile’s vibrant shore.

A Passage to Unveil the Many Americas

3 - 24 April 2029 | 21 Nights

Tracing South America’s coast northward, this Passage leads from Peru’s Paracas and Lima to the Panama Canal, before reaching Cartagena—connecting ancient cultures, vibrant cities and two oceans in one defining Journey.

A Passage through the Atlantic’s Mosaic

24 April - 14 May 2029 | 20 Nights

The final Passage unfolds from the Caribbean’s luminous waters to New York’s vibrant pulse, then across the Atlantic to the Azores, before arriving on Europe’s sunlit shores of Lisbon, Cádiz and Barcelona—an elegant close to a Journey defined by connection and discovery.

Four Continents

From Dubai’s golden horizons, India’s spice-scented coasts, and the Maldives’ iridescent seas to Sri Lanka’s sacred beauty, the vibrant pulse of Southeast Asia, and the island landscapes of Bali and Komodo, EXPLORA I will venture through the vast seas of Oceania and the colourful rhythms of the Americas before concluding amid the Atlantic’s remote islands and the welcoming warmth of the Mediterranean.

44 First-time Visits

EXPLORA I will sail into new territories, from the Indian Ocean to Australia and New Zealand, across the South Pacific, and along the western shores of South America, including Chile and Peru.​

Where the Ocean meets Home

Every suite is a sanctuary of calm - open, elegant, and intuitively designed. Endless Ocean views, a quiet rhythm of design that breathes, and a sense of belonging. From floor-to-ceiling windows and private terraces to expansive suites and residences with butler service.

A Journey curated for the mind and body

The Ease of Exploration

A World Journey with Explora Journeys unfolds as a seamless, deeply curated expression of ocean living, with the signature onboard inclusions created for a complete peace of mind.​

All Journeys Include

  • Nine distinct culinary experiences, including In-Suite Dining
  • Unlimited beverages including fine wines, champagne, premium spirits, specialty coffees, teas and soft drinks, available anytime, including in-suite
  • One in-suite welcome bottle of champagne on arrival
  • One in-suite bottle of wine and one in-suite bottle of spirit of your preference on arrival
  • Access to Ocean Wellness – The Spa thermal area
  • Group wellness, fitness and mindfulness activities 
  • Complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi throughout the ship
  • Authentic and intuitive service from our team of hospitality experts
  • Onboard gratuities
  • Shuttle services from port to city centre (where required / available)
Plus additional benefits for guests of Ocean Penthouses & Ocean Residences.
World Journey Enhancements

Complemented by exclusive World Journey experiences, every detail is thoughtfully designed, allowing the Journey to flow effortlessly from beginning to end.

Pre-Journey

Pre-Journey Enhancements

  • International Business Class flights included
  • One-night pre-Journey hotel stay in Dubai, including breakfast 
  • Dubai welcome evening: a celebratory start to the World Journey 
  • Private door-to-door seamless transfers and luggage assistance from home to airport, airport to hotel and hotel to the ship
  • Personalised airport assistance at Dubai International Airport (DXB)
  • Assistance with visa and travel document requirements

Culinary & Beverages

Culinary & Beverages

  • Constantly evolving dining and beverage experiences, where each day brings a new expression
  • Hosted tastings and curated culinary and beverage moments designed exclusively for our World Journey

Entertainment

Entertainment & Enrichment

  • Entertainment and enrichment curated for the World Journey, including reimagined experiences with distinguished Luminaries, experts, and cultural voices, with a programme that evolves to reflect regional and cultural influences

Ocean Wellness

Ocean Wellness

  • Upon Arrival:
    • A gentle in-suite wellness welcome, designed to restore balance and ease
    • A curated private in-suite wellness minibar
    • Access to digital Ocean Wellness experiences for in suite relaxation
  • Ocean Wellness Retreats:
    • Shaped by destination influences and blending movement, mindfulness, and restorative practices enriched by cultural, culinary, or creative elements
  • Les Nocturnes – When the night settles at sea:
    • Restorative evenings at sea, offering meditative and sound‑led experiences inspired by the calm of night, lunar cycles, and the rhythm of each Passage

Guest Care & Services

Guest Care & Services

  • Laundry:
    • Weekly laundry and garment care service (one bag per suite)
  • Journey Experience Credit:
    • Guests receive up to 1,000 USD/EUR Journey Experience Credit (JEC) per person, available to the first and second guests in each suite
  • Medical Care:
    • Dedicated onboard medical care with up to 1,000 USD/EUR covered

Destination Experiences

Destination Experiences

  • 128-day Dubai - Barcelona:
    • Seven curated Destination Experiences, one for each Passage
  • 112-day Dubai - New York City:
    • Six curated Destination Experiences, one for each Passage
  • 108-day Dubai - Miami:
    • Six curated Destination Experiences, one for each Passage
  • Three exclusive celebratory events ashore

Post-Journey

Post-Journey Enhancements

  • International Business Class flights included
  • Private door-to-door seamless transfers and luggage assistance from ship to airport and airport to home
  • Assistance with visa and travel document requirements

Pre-Journey Enhancements

  • International Business Class flights included
  • One-night pre-Journey hotel stay in Dubai, including breakfast 
  • Dubai welcome evening: a celebratory start to the World Journey 
  • Private door-to-door seamless transfers and luggage assistance from home to airport, airport to hotel and hotel to the ship
  • Personalised airport assistance at Dubai International Airport (DXB)
  • Assistance with visa and travel document requirements

Culinary & Beverages

  • Constantly evolving dining and beverage experiences, where each day brings a new expression
  • Hosted tastings and curated culinary and beverage moments designed exclusively for our World Journey

Entertainment & Enrichment

  • Entertainment and enrichment curated for the World Journey, including reimagined experiences with distinguished Luminaries, experts, and cultural voices, with a programme that evolves to reflect regional and cultural influences

Ocean Wellness

  • Upon Arrival:
    • A gentle in-suite wellness welcome, designed to restore balance and ease
    • A curated private in-suite wellness minibar
    • Access to digital Ocean Wellness experiences for in suite relaxation
  • Ocean Wellness Retreats:
    • Shaped by destination influences and blending movement, mindfulness, and restorative practices enriched by cultural, culinary, or creative elements
  • Les Nocturnes – When the night settles at sea:
    • Restorative evenings at sea, offering meditative and sound‑led experiences inspired by the calm of night, lunar cycles, and the rhythm of each Passage

Guest Care & Services

  • Laundry:
    • Weekly laundry and garment care service (one bag per suite)
  • Journey Experience Credit:
    • Guests receive up to 1,000 USD/EUR Journey Experience Credit (JEC) per person, available to the first and second guests in each suite
  • Medical Care:
    • Dedicated onboard medical care with up to 1,000 USD/EUR covered

Destination Experiences

  • 128-day Dubai - Barcelona:
    • Seven curated Destination Experiences, one for each Passage
  • 112-day Dubai - New York City:
    • Six curated Destination Experiences, one for each Passage
  • 108-day Dubai - Miami:
    • Six curated Destination Experiences, one for each Passage
  • Three exclusive celebratory events ashore

Post-Journey Enhancements

  • International Business Class flights included
  • Private door-to-door seamless transfers and luggage assistance from ship to airport and airport to home
  • Assistance with visa and travel document requirements

E-BROCHURE

ENDLESS WORLDS

Discover our Inaugural World Journey 2029. A once-in-a-lifetime​ extraordinary voyage, connecting continents, cultures, and moments to experience the world as one uninterrupted story.​

Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Inaugural World Journey 2029 by Explora Journeys?

The Inaugural World Journey 2029 is a 128-day voyage of unhurried discovery across 4 continents, 29 countries and territories, and 63 unique ports of call, including overnight stays in 12 destinations. Crafted in Passages, segments that offer both choice and seamless flow, this Journey onboard EXPLORA I blends iconic destinations, 44 maiden calls, and longer stays for deeper cultural immersion.

When does the Inaugural World Journey 2029 take place?

The World Journey sails from Dubai in January 2029 and concludes in Barcelona in May 2029.

There is also an option to disembark in the USA before the ship crosses the Atlantic, with options for New York City and Miami.

How long is the Inaugural World Journey 2029?

The full Journey spans 128 days.

There is also an option to disembark shortly before the end of the full Journey, as a convenience for those who wish to disembark in the USA. A 112-day Journey will end in New York City. A 108-day Journey will end in Miami. Both Journeys begin in Dubai when the full voyage sets sail.

Where will the Journey take me?

The itinerary unfolds over seven curated Passages:

  • A Passage Through Lands of Iridescent Seas & Inspiring Cities  
    • From Dubai to Singapore
  • A Passage that Traces the Edge of the East
    • From Singapore to Sydney
  • A Passage Stretching Across the Southern Arc
    • From Sydney to Auckland
  • A Passage into the Sea of Islands
    • From Auckland to Tahiti
  • A Passage to Rediscover Lost Horizons
    • From Tahiti to Valparaíso
  • A Passage to Unveil the Many Americas
    • From Valparaíso to Miami
  • A Passage through the Atlantic’s Mosaic
    • From Miami to Barcelona

Some of the destinations visited:

  • India, Sri Lanka, Singapore, Bali, Komodo Island
  • Australia (Sydney, Tasmania), New Zealand
  • Tahiti, Bora Bora, Easter Island
  • Peru (Machu Picchu), transit of the Panama Canal, New York
  • The Caribbean
  • Faial Island, São Miguel
  • Lisbon and Barcelona’s Mediterranean charm
Are there any new destinations I can enjoy that Explora Journeys hasn’t visited before?

Representing significant milestones for the brand, Endless Worlds will be defined by 44 maiden calls visiting destinations and regions new to Explora Journeys — from the Indian Ocean, Australia and New Zealand to the waters of the South Pacific and Peru.

Do I have to reserve the entire Inaugural World Journey?

The Inaugural World Journey is designed as a 128-day voyage of unhurried discovery, allowing for full immersion in a seamless experience, venturing through 4 continents, 29 countries and territories, and 63 unique destinations, including 12 overnight stays. The Journey is divided into seven unique Passages, each designed as a complete experience. These Passages will be more fully enjoyed as part of the whole Journey, although guests may choose to sail a single Passage or combine multiple segments for a longer Journey.

There is also an option to disembark shortly before the end of the full Journey, as a convenience for those who wish to disembark in the USA. A 112-day Journey will end in New York City. A 108-day Journey will end in Miami. Both Journeys begin in Dubai when the full voyage sets sail.

Will there be overnight stays?

Yes, the itinerary includes overnight stays in 12 destinations (listed below), allowing for deeper exploration and cultural connection.

  • Dubai
  • Mumbai
  • Singapore
  • Benoa (Bali)
  • Sydney
  • Auckland
  • Papeete (Tahiti)
  • Valparaíso
  • Callao (Lima)
  • Amador (Panama City)
  • New York City
  • Lisbon
Will menus and entertainment stay the same throughout the Inaugural World Journey 2029?

No. Culinary offerings and entertainment evolve throughout the Journey to reflect regional influences and keep the experience fresh and engaging.

How can guests reserve the Inaugural World Journey 2029?

Reservations for the Inaugural World Journey open in two phases: Explora Club members can reserve from February 9th 2026, as can Travel Advisors on behalf of their clients and guests currently onboard, through the Future Journey Ambassadors, who can be found on Deck 5. General sales open February 11th 2026. Individual Passages will open for sale later in the year.

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