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An Extended Journey of Desert Elegance & Ocean Grace

Ship: Explora II   
Departure: Monday, January 25, 2027
Nights: 14 nights
Departs: Dubai
Returns: Dubai
Return Trip
Return
trip
Duration
14
Nights
Days at Sea
3
Sea Days
Ports
8
Ports
Countries Visted
5
Countries
  • Itinerary

    An Extended Journey of Desert Elegance & Ocean Grace

    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 Monday, January 25, 2027 Dubai, United Arab Emirates Embark 9:00 PM
    View of Dubai, United Arab Emirates

    Dubai, The Pride of the United Arab Emirates, is situated on the southern Arabian Gulf. The subtropical climate sees blue skies, temperatures reaching the mid-40s, and little annual rain. The city is all about contemporary shopping with more than 70 shopping malls in the city and indoor entertainment. Read more about Dubai, United Arab Emirates

    2 Tuesday, January 26, 2027 Dubai, United Arab Emirates 8:00 AM 9:00 PM
    View of Dubai, United Arab Emirates

    Dubai, The Pride of the United Arab Emirates, is situated on the southern Arabian Gulf. The subtropical climate sees blue skies, temperatures reaching the mid-40s, and little annual rain. The city is all about contemporary shopping with more than 70 shopping malls in the city and indoor entertainment. Read more about Dubai, United Arab Emirates

    3 Wednesday, January 27, 2027 Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates 8:00 AM 7:00 PM
    View of Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

    Abu Dhabi, capital of the UAE, is an island city in the NE of the Persian Gulf. The climate is hot and arid, with sunny skies yearlong. Temperatures pass 40°C in April through September, but are cooler from November to March. Read more about Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

    4 Thursday, January 28, 2027 Manama, Bahrain 9:00 AM 7:00 PM
    View of Manama, Bahrain

    Manama is Arabic for 'sleepy place', but the city is certainly not so. Here is the capital of Arab culture, and the financial hub in the Middle East. The country attracts foreigners and almost one third of the population come from abroad. Read more about Manama, Bahrain

    5 Friday, January 29, 2027 Doha, Qatar 9:00 AM 6:00 PM
    View of Doha, Qatar

    Doha, in the State of Qatar, is a multicultural city and home to most of the country's population, as well as expatriate communities from a range of origins. It lies on a small peninsula (80 km by 190 km) in the Persian Gulf, off the Arabian Peninsula and border with Saudi Arabia. Doha is Qatar's largest city and capital, and is the economic centre of the country. Read more about Doha, Qatar

    6 Saturday, January 30, 2027 Ad Dammam, Saudi Arabia 9:00 AM 9:00 PM
    7 Sunday, January 31, 2027 At Sea
    8 Monday, February 1, 2027 Dubai, United Arab Emirates 7:00 AM 9:00 AM
    View of Dubai, United Arab Emirates

    Dubai, The Pride of the United Arab Emirates, is situated on the southern Arabian Gulf. The subtropical climate sees blue skies, temperatures reaching the mid-40s, and little annual rain. The city is all about contemporary shopping with more than 70 shopping malls in the city and indoor entertainment. Read more about Dubai, United Arab Emirates

    9 Tuesday, February 2, 2027 Dubai, United Arab Emirates 8:00 AM 9:00 PM
    View of Dubai, United Arab Emirates

    Dubai, The Pride of the United Arab Emirates, is situated on the southern Arabian Gulf. The subtropical climate sees blue skies, temperatures reaching the mid-40s, and little annual rain. The city is all about contemporary shopping with more than 70 shopping malls in the city and indoor entertainment. Read more about Dubai, United Arab Emirates

    10 Wednesday, February 3, 2027 At Sea
    11 Thursday, February 4, 2027 Sur, Oman 8:00 AM 7:00 PM
    View of Sur, Oman

    Sur, on the coast of the Gulf of Oman in NE Oman, lies 150 km SE of the capital Muscat. To the far north of the Gulf is Afghanistan, and to the west the United Arab Emirates. Sur has long been known as an important destination of sailors trading between East Africa and India. Read more about Sur, Oman

    12 Friday, February 5, 2027 Muscat, Oman 8:00 AM 8:00 PM
    View of Muscat, Oman

    Muscat, lying on the Arabian Sea along the Gulf of Oman, is the capital and largest city in the Sultanate of Oman. The climate is very hot, with annual average temperatures ranging from 24C. to 33C., but it can get as high as 49C in the summer. Read more about Muscat, Oman

    13 Saturday, February 6, 2027 Khor Fakkan
    14 Sunday, February 7, 2027 Khasab, Oman 8:00 AM 7:00 PM
    View of Khasab, Oman

    Khasab was built by the Portuguese at the beginning of the 17th century, at the height of their naval presence in the region. It dominates the narrow (50km) strait separating the Persian Gulf and the Indian Ocean. Its natural harbour gave shelter from tough seas. Read more about Khasab, Oman

    15 Monday, February 8, 2027 Dubai, United Arab Emirates 7:00 AM Disembark
    View of Dubai, United Arab Emirates

    Dubai, The Pride of the United Arab Emirates, is situated on the southern Arabian Gulf. The subtropical climate sees blue skies, temperatures reaching the mid-40s, and little annual rain. The city is all about contemporary shopping with more than 70 shopping malls in the city and indoor entertainment. Read more about Dubai, United Arab Emirates

  • 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

    Legend

Cabin Availability

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Suites at the Explora II

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  • An Extended Journey of Desert Elegance & Ocean Grace

    Cruiseline: Explora Journeys Ship: Explora II Departure: Monday, January 25, 2027 Nights: 14 nights Departs: Dubai Returns: Dubai

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