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Departing Genoa and concluding in Civitavecchia (Rome), the Journey will trace the sunlit French and Italian Rivieras. Guests will wander Marseille’s lively Vieux-Port, soak up the glamour of Saint-Tropez, stroll the pastel streets of Villefranche-sur-Mer (Nice), and cross into Italy via Livorno, gateway to Florence and Tuscany, before reaching the Eternal City. Each port provides moments to linger, connect, and experience the Mediterranean’s midsummer radiance.
Onboard, guests will discover reimagined Ocean Wellness spaces, new culinary experiences, enhanced entertainment, and refined design details. With 463 ocean-front suites and residences, expansive outdoor spaces, five heated indoor and outdoor pools, seven restaurants, and 13 bars and lounges, EXPLORA III evokes the spirit of a private yacht, offering relaxed, refined luxury at every turn.
Guests will have opportunity to interact with the leadership, designers and officers who shaped EXPLORA III, and gain insight into the inspiration behind Explora Journeys.
This Prelude Journey celebrates curiosity, connection, and the joy of discovery, providing a unique opportunity to experience the evolution of the Explora Journeys fleet in an intimate, immersive setting.
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Itinerary
Day 1, Genoa, Italy
Historic Genoa — a city of great departures — becomes the setting for a rare moment as Jannik Sinner embarks EXPLORA III for an exclusive two-day presence during this exceptional Prelude Journey. Guests are invited to a limited series of engagements: an intimate onboard Q&A, bespoke coaching sessions led by his performance team, and a distinguished charity gala dinner, offered exclusively to a limited number of guests through advance reservation, supporting the Jannik Sinner Foundation and the MSC Foundation. Before we sail, Genoa unfolds in quiet splendour — Baroque palazzi, sunlit piazzas and aperitivo along Corso Italia beneath a burning Ligurian sky. From this storied port, we depart for a remarkable new adventure.
Day 2, Marseille, FranceArrival 14:00Departure 23:00
Ocean Wellness takes centre stage as Jannik Sinner and his performance team host exclusive onboard sessions designed to cultivate focus, resilience and balance at sea. Thoughtfully curated and limited in capacity, these experiences reflect his disciplined training philosophy — immersive, restorative and distinctly personal. Set against this elevated programme, Marseille unfolds beneath the Provençal sun. France’s oldest city feels vibrantly young — a multicultural port alive with museums, galleries and harbourside cafés serving its famed bouillabaisse. Wander past historic fountains and grand façades, explore the dramatic Calanques cliffs, or drift into the lavender-scented landscapes of Provence. Wander at will and fall in love with events on land, and onboard.
Day 3, Saint-Tropez, FranceArrival 09:00Departure 21:00
Saunter into the sultry, sophisticated stretch of the French Riviera. Bardot and blonde beer shine bright in this playground of international glitterati. Bask in the Mediterranean sun, mingle with movie stars, admire the super yachts and enjoy champagne in effortlessly chic cocktail bars. Then slide away from the jet set to take in breathtaking landscapes and verdant hillsides, all the while feasting on the very best fresh local produce. After all the decadence and glamour that the Cote d'Azur delivers, we continue our journey to somewhere a little calmer.
Day 4, Villefranche-sur-Mer (Nice), FranceArrival 09:00Departure 19:00
A bejewelled siren sunning along the Côte d’Azur, Villefranche-sur-Mer beckons with provincial scenes, rainbow-bright houses and flowers fluttering everywhere. Poised at the tip of a sapphire harbour, this genteel enclave has curves in all the right places, including the only Corniche that winds beside Plage des Marinièr with its crescent flour-soft sand that sweeps around the cobalt Med. Escape into charming chapels and centuries-old citadel that affords shimmering views of Cap Ferrat then venture to two nearby medieval walled towns of atelier-focused St Paul de Vence or easy-on-the-eyes Eze which captured the imagination of Mr. Walt Disney.
Day 5, Livorno, ItalyArrival 09:00Departure 20:00
Plunge into Tuscany’s capital of culture. Once casa to legendary Michelangelo, Florence now shelters some of the Renaissance’s greatest masterpieces. Immerse in the relics of antiquity; catch a glimpse of the heavens in the famous Uffizi gallery, visit the iconic terracotta-tiled Duomo and step into an oasis of sculptured serenity at Giardino di Boboli to forget the world beyond its leafy walls exists. And as the sun sets over the Ponte Vecchio, relax in an elegant terrazzo with a rich refined Tuscan red, and reflect on the city’s Medici dynasty - Hurry Slowly.
Day 6, Civitavecchia (Rome), ItalyArrival 08:00
There’s more to Rome than its ancient architecture. The Eternal City is home to a seemingly endless array of hidden gems. The artistic-minded can enjoy fashion aristocracy, street art, vespa jaunts to The Appian Way and toss coins into fountains. Or you can stroll by appointment to Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel and the Pope’s private quarters at the Vatican. Explore the historic ruins of The Colosseum, Caravaggio churches, the Spanish Steps and The Pantheon. Learn how to make pasta the true Italian way, hunt truffles, nibble gelato, sip coffee and sink into a 3000 year old pool for a wellness experience. An ode to homespun pasta at a Renaissance piazza. When in Rome, fusing old with new makes it simple to indulge in whatever you like.
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Pre-Journey
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How to Reserve
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Allow us to arrange seamless private transfers to the ship from your hotel or the airport.
Air Travel & Private Air Charters
Through our airline partners we can help secure competitive fares, with flight protection.
Bespoke Hotel Arrangements
Through our hotel partners, we can arrange bespoke accommodation near your port of embarkation.
Onboard Experiences
11 distinct culinary experiences
Ocean-inspired signature treatments and rituals
12 elegant bars & lounges
State-of-the-art Fitness Centre and Open-Air Fitness designed in partnership with Technogym
Curated tastings and pairings
Bespoke shopping experiences
Five indoor and outdoor heated pools
Enrichment experiences
World-class entertainment performances
Culinary classes at the Chef’s Kitchen
The Casino
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Piraeus (Athens), Greece
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The majestic Hassan II Mosque, with its 690ft minaret, stands like a lighthouse in this
bustling
port city. Africa’s largest mosque, one of only two in Morocco open to non-Muslims, dazzles
with
mosaics, marble columns, and Murano glass chandeliers.
Casablanca blends tradition and modernity—Habous Quartier’s colonial Art Deco, Moorish
houses,
and lively souks contrast with its cosmopolitan nightlife, buzzing restaurants, and
Parisian-style cafés.
Destination Experiences
How To Reserve
Ocean Terrace Suite
Next Passage
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Post-Journey
Allow us to extend the experience by making your Journey home as seamless as possible.
How to Book
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An immersive, authentic dining experience offering the finest Pan-Asian cuisine.
Onboard Experiences
Ocean Terrace Suite
An immersive, authentic dining experience offering the finest Pan-Asian cuisine.
Combine this Journey with another to create an extended ocean journey experience and enjoy savings of up to 20% compared to reserving each Journey individually with our Extended Journeys offer.