Mediterranean Cruise from Istanbul — Explora 2, 10 Nights

About Mediterranean Cruise from Istanbul — Explora 2, 10 Nights

A 10-night, 11-day Mediterranean cruise aboard Explora 2. Embarkation is at Istanbul port; transportation to the port is at the passenger's expense. The ship calls at Istanbul, Santorini, Valletta, Messina, Naples, Rome, Florence-Pisa (Livorno), Villefranche-sur-Mer, and Barcelona in that order; the itinerary includes 2 days at sea. Itinerary summary: Day 1 Istanbul; Day 2 Santorini; Day 3 At sea; Day 4 Valletta; Day 5 Messina; Day 6 Naples; Day 7 Rome; Day 8 Florence-Pisa (Livorno); Day 9 Villefranche-sur-Mer; Day 10 At sea; Day 11 Barcelona. Cabin options: Ocean Terrace Suite OT3 suite, PENTHOUSE suite, Penthouse Suite PP Suite suite. The cabin supplement is added according to the cabin you select when booking. Departure date: 1 December 2026. The price per person starts at €5.199. Included in the price: 10 nights' accommodation on board in the selected cabin category; full-board meals on board.

Departure Dates

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1 — Istanbul

Embarkation at Istanbul port and settling into cabins. The ship departs from the port at 19:00; dinner and overnight stay on board.

Day 2 — Santorini

Stop at Santorini port. Sightseeing around Oia and Fira with free time during the day. Overnight stay on board.

Day 3 — Cruising at sea

Full day cruising at sea: free time on board with pools, spa, shows, and restaurants. Overnight stay on board.

Day 4 — Valletta

Stop at the port of Valletta. Sightseeing around St. John's Co-Cathedral and free time during the day. Overnight stay on board.

Day 5 — Messina

Stop at the port of Messina. Sightseeing around the Cathedral of Messina and free time during the day. Overnight stay on board.

Day 6 — Naples

Stop at Naples port. The National Archaeological Museum of Naples, nearby Pompeii, and Mount Vesuvius can be visited from this port; optional shore excursions are available. Overnight accommodation is on board.

Day 7 — Rome

Stopover at the port of Rome. Sightseeing around the Colosseum and Trevi Fountain and free time during the day. Overnight on board.

Day 8 — Florence-Pisa (Livorno)

Stopover at Florence-Pisa (Livorno) port. Sightseeing around the Duomo and free time during the day. Overnight stay on board.

Day 9 — Villefranche-sur-Mer

Port call at Villefranche-sur-Mer. Free time ashore; optional shore excursions available for interested guests. Overnight stay on board.

Day 10 — Cruising at sea

Full day cruising at sea: free time on board with pools, spa, shows, and restaurants. Overnight stay on board.

Day 11 — Barcelona

Disembarkation after breakfast at the Port of Barcelona.

Places to Visit

What’s Included

What’s Not Included

Frequently Asked Questions

How many days does the Mediterranean cruise with Explora 2 last?

The tour is 10 nights 11 days; including 2 days at sea.

Which ports does the ship visit?

In order: Istanbul, Santorini, Valletta, Messina, Naples, Rome, Florence-Pisa (Livorno), Villefranche-sur-Mer, Barcelona.

Which ship operates this tour?

Onboard the Explora 2 ship.

Where is the departure, and how is the transportation?

Embarkation takes place at Istanbul port; port transfers are not included in the price.

What are the departure dates and how much does it cost?

Departure dates: December 1, 2026. Prices start from €5,199 per person.

What cabin types are available?

Ocean Terrace Suite OT3 suite (base price), PENTHOUSE suite (+€1,600), Penthouse Suite PP Suite suite (+€3,100). Difference is per person.

What is included in the price?

10 nights onboard accommodation in the selected cabin category; Full Board meals on board.

What is not included in the price?

Shore excursion programs organized by the cruise line; Visa fee and international departure tax; Personal expenses.

Is a visa required?

Since the itinerary calls at ports in the Schengen area, Turkish citizens travelling with an ordinary (burgundy) passport are required to obtain a Schengen visa. As the ship leaves the Schengen area and re-enters, the visa must be multiple-entry.