Extended Journey of Cote d’Azur and Golden Playas
Mesmerising Mediterranean with Explora Journeys
Departing 5 September 2025 | 20 nights
from $16,290* pp twin | from $29,990* solo
Embrace the charms of late summer on an extended journey taking in the absolute highlights of the Mediterranean aboard the sleek and luxurious Explora II.
A combination of two beautiful itineraries, this journey highlights the endlessly fascinating charm and glamour of the French Riviera and Italy’s captivating treasures. You will cruise to French and Italian coasts discovering the wonders of Monte Carlo, Saint-Tropez, and Corsica. Seek Roman luminary landmarks from Florence to the Pantheon. Island hop from Sicily’s Palermo to Sardinia’s stunning shores and conclude with Spanish charm in the Balearics and the vibrancy of Barcelona.
To enhance your experience, we have taken care of your flights, transfers and have included time in Barcelona before and after your beautiful cruise for a complete and seamless journey.
Package Inclusions
- Return economy flights from Sydney to Barcelona (flights from other Australian cities are available and may incur a supplement)
- Private car transfer from airport to hotel
- 2 nights stay in central 5 star hotel in Barcelona with breakfast
- Barcelona sightseeing: Tapas and wine experience small group walking tour
- Private car transfer from hotel to port
- 14 night cruise aboard Explora II in an Ocean Terrace Suite
- Private car transfer from port to hotel
- 2 night stay in central 5 star hotel in Barcelona with breakfast
- Private car transfer from hotel to the airport
Please contact our team to discuss a business class upgrade
Explora Journey Inclusions
Departure 5 September 2025
- Authentic, intuitive service from the Explora Journeys team of hospitality experts with an almost 1:1 ratio of staff and guests onboard
- Nine distinct culinary experiences, including In-Suite Dining
- Unlimited beverages, fine wines and premium spirits, speciality coffees, teas and soft drinks available at all times, including in-suite mini-bar
- Access to the Ocean Wellness – the Spa thermal area
- Group wellness, fitness and mindfulness activities and rituals
- All on-board gratuities
- High-speed wi-fi
- Welcome bottle of champagne
- A bottle of wine and a bottle of spirit of choice on arrival
- 24-hour concierge services
- 24-hour in-suite dining
- Twice-daily housekeeping services, including evening turndown
- Shuttle service from port to city centre (where required/available)
Package Price
Cruising in Ocean Terrace Suite
from $16,290* pp twin | from $29,990* solo
Call 1300 766 537 or complete the form below
Extended Journey of Cote d’Azure and Golden Playas
*Fares and itineraries are accurate as of 5 September 2024 and are subject to change at any time. Fares are per person, twin share or single and in AUD. A deposit will be required within 7 days of booking and final payment due in June 2025. Cruise Express reserves the right to correct errors or omissions and to change any and all fares, fees and surcharges at any time. Standard Terms and Conditions apply. Additional Terms and Conditions may apply. Travel Insurance is strongly recommended at the time of paying first deposit.
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