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A Journey through Middle Eastern Charms & Archaeological Wonders

Ship: Explora II   
Departure: Tuesday, February 16, 2027
Nights: 9 nights
Departs: Jeddah
Returns: Jeddah
Return Trip
Return
trip
Duration
9
Nights
Days at Sea
2
Sea Days
Ports
5
Ports
Countries Visted
3
Countries
  • Itinerary

    A Journey through Middle Eastern Charms & Archaeological Wonders

    Ports of call

    To find out more about the itinerary for this cruise, select the itinerary items below.

    Day Date Port of Call Arrival Departure
    1 Tuesday, February 16, 2027 Jeddah, Saudi Arabia Embark 8:00 PM

    Jeddah is a Saudi Arabian city located on the coast of the Red Sea and is the major urban center of western Saudi Arabia. The city is the principal gateway to Mecca, Islam's holiest city. With a thousand years of trading behind it and home to some of the world most successful merchants, it is natural that Jeddah is the commercial capital of Saudi Arabia. Read more about Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

    2 Wednesday, February 17, 2027 Jeddah, Saudi Arabia 8:00 AM 8:00 PM

    Jeddah is a Saudi Arabian city located on the coast of the Red Sea and is the major urban center of western Saudi Arabia. The city is the principal gateway to Mecca, Islam's holiest city. With a thousand years of trading behind it and home to some of the world most successful merchants, it is natural that Jeddah is the commercial capital of Saudi Arabia. Read more about Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

    3 Thursday, February 18, 2027 At Sea
    4 Friday, February 19, 2027 Luxor, Egypt 7:00 AM 9:00 AM

    Luxor is the premier travel destination in Upper (southern) Egypt and the Nile Valley. Luxor has much to offer the traveller, from vast temples to ancient royal tombs, travelling through spectacular desert and river scenery, as well as a bustling modern life. Luxor has often been called the world's greatest open air museum, as indeed it is, and much more. Read more about Luxor, Egypt

    5 Saturday, February 20, 2027 Luxor, Egypt 8:00 AM 2:00 PM

    Luxor is the premier travel destination in Upper (southern) Egypt and the Nile Valley. Luxor has much to offer the traveller, from vast temples to ancient royal tombs, travelling through spectacular desert and river scenery, as well as a bustling modern life. Luxor has often been called the world's greatest open air museum, as indeed it is, and much more. Read more about Luxor, Egypt

    6 Sunday, February 21, 2027 Sokhna, Egypt 7:00 AM 9:00 PM

    Sokhna is a resort town in Egypt on the Gulf of Suez. It is located about 45 km south of Suez and has some of the best resorts on the Red Sea. Its Arabic name translates as "hot spring", after the sulfur springs originating in a nearby Eastern Desert mountain. Read more about Sokhna, Egypt

    7 Monday, February 22, 2027 Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt 9:00 AM 8:00 PM
    View of Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt

    Sharm el-Sheikh, or just Sharm, is a well-known port and resort town at the southern tip of the Sinai Peninsula in Egypt. It includes smaller coastal towns as well as the very well-known Saint Catherine’s Monastery and Mount Sinai which, for many, are essential places to be visited. With its dramatic landscape, mainly dry, temperate climate, crystal clear water, magnificent corals, exotic under water flora and rare tropical fish, it is not surprising that Sharm el-Sheikh's major industry is foreign and domestic tourism. Read more about Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt

    8 Tuesday, February 23, 2027 Aqaba, Jordan 7:00 AM 9:00 PM
    View of Aqaba, Jordan

    Aqaba, in the far south of Jordan, is the country’s only port city and, due to the rich coral reefs in the Gulf, is one of the top scuba diving destinations in the world. Cooled by a steady northerly breeze, and ringed by mountains that change in colour with the change of hours, many visitors simply just relax on the sandy beaches. Aqaba is the port for the 3800 year-old ‘hidden city’ of Petra, 100 km to the north. Read more about Aqaba, Jordan

    9 Wednesday, February 24, 2027 At Sea
    10 Thursday, February 25, 2027 Jeddah, Saudi Arabia 8:00 AM Disembark

    Jeddah is a Saudi Arabian city located on the coast of the Red Sea and is the major urban center of western Saudi Arabia. The city is the principal gateway to Mecca, Islam's holiest city. With a thousand years of trading behind it and home to some of the world most successful merchants, it is natural that Jeddah is the commercial capital of Saudi Arabia. Read more about Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

  • Ship

    Explora II Overview

    Explora II

    Dive into the vibrant heartbeat of urban life melded with the luxurious touch of European sophistication aboard Explora II. Embark on a gastronomic voyage with five-star dining experiences, find peace with ocean wellness programs, and revel in the ultimate comfort of beautifully appointed suites, all while being mesmerized by the breathtaking ocean views. As an esteemed part of the MSC Group, Explora Journeys leads the charge towards a greener future. Explora II champions this mission with its advanced hybrid energy technologies, thorough waste management practices, and eco-friendly initiatives. Explora's unwavering dedication to the planet ensures the absence of single-use plastics, both onboard and on land, solidifying our commitment to sustainability.

  • Cabins

    Explora II Cabins

    Suites

    Suites

    Suites on the Explora II Suites on the Explora II

    Cabin Types

    OR, CR, SR, RR, CO, GP, PP, DP, PH, GT, OT4, OT3, OT2, OT1

    Size: 1,668 sq. ft. with 1,345 sq. ft. of terrace area.The iconic Ownerrsquo;s Residence creates the largest accommodation on-board, with multiple harmonious spaces in which to relax, entertain and unwind. Stand in awe of the panoramic ocean views from your private outdoor terrace - featuring a spacious whirlpool - and enjoy intuitive, intelligent service with a dedicated private butler.bull; Oversized floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the sea Separate living, dining and sleeping areasbull; Abundant lounge area with fireplacebull; Dining table for 8 guestsbull; Spacious work desk area Private bar, replenished according to the guestsrsquo; preferencesbull; Espresso machine and tea maker with a complimentary selection of coffee and teasbull; Laptop-size safebull; Guest lavatory and powder roombull; Butler pantry area

  • Deck Plans

    Explora II Deck Plans

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  • A Journey through Middle Eastern Charms & Archaeological Wonders

    Cruiseline: Explora Journeys Ship: Explora II Departure: Tuesday, February 16, 2027 Nights: 9 nights Departs: Jeddah Returns: Jeddah

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