Mediterranean's Romantic Shores

Embark on a luxurious voyage aboard EXPLORA II through the romantic Greek Isles and Mediterranean, featuring stays in Athens plus with this exclusive suite life offer for the perfect blend of culture, elegance, and coastal beauty.

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EXCLUSIVE EUROPE 2026 OFFER | SUITE LIFE

Discover the Mediterranean in refined luxury aboard EXPLORA II. Begin with an included one-night stay in Athens before sailing through the romantic Greek Isles, visiting elegant Syros, relaxed Paros, lush Kefalonia, dramatic Kotor, vibrant Bari, and the emerging Riviera of Sarande. After a serene day at sea, experience the breathtaking beauty of Santorini before returning to Athens for an included post-cruise stay. This unforgettable journey blends culture, coastal charm, and effortless elegance.

Package Inclusions:

  • Return economy class flights from Australia* to Athens

    - Looking for more comfort? Ask us about upgrades to Premium Economy or Business Class.
    - Want to explore more? We can help you extend your stay and customise your journey.
  • Date:08-09 November 2026

    In Athens, you can explore ancient icons like the Acropolis and Parthenon, wander through the lively Plaka district, and enjoy authentic Greek flavours in traditional tavernas.

  • Date: 09 - 19 November 2026 - 10 nights Athens return

    Begin in Athens, where ancient heritage meets vibrant life, before discovering Syros' refined charm and Paros' relaxed island rhythm. A serene day at sea leads to Kefalonia's lush beauty in Argostoli, followed by Kotor's dramatic bay and Bari's southern Italian warmth. Sarande offers a glimpse of Albania's emerging Riviera before another restful crossing. Santorini's iconic caldera provides a breathtaking finale before returning to Athens, enriched by a journey of contrasts, colour, and coastal elegance.
  • When you travel with Explora Journeys, your stay is elevated with an astonishing selection of complimentary experiences with everything you would expect from the most uniquely luxurious experience at sea and more.

    All Explora Journeys Include:
    - Nine culinary experiences
    - Unlimited fine beverages
    - Thermal spa access
    - Complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi
    - Wellbeing and fitness programmes
    - All on-board gratuities
    - Shuttle services from port to city centres
    - Bottle of wine and spirit of the guests' choice upon arrival
    - In-suite welcome bottle of champagne and refreshments
    - Authentic, cultured and intuitive service
  • Book a Penthouse Suite before 18 April 2026 and receive the following additional benefits:

    - Priority check-in and embarkation (where available)
    - One additional bottle of spirit or wine of your preference (three bottles in total)
    - Priority dinner reservations for select culinary venues
    - Complimentary pressing of garments within 24 hours after check-in (once per journey)
    - One bag of laundry per suite (per journey), up to 48 hours before check-out
  • Date: 19-20 November 2026

    In Athens, you can explore ancient icons like the Acropolis and Parthenon, wander through the lively Plaka district, and enjoy authentic Greek flavours in traditional tavernas.
  • All transfers are pre-arranged for a smooth and stress-free journey.

    Athens
    08 NOV 2026 Private transfer from Athens airport to Athens hotel
    09 NOV 2026 Private transfer from Athens hotel to Piraeus port
    19 NOV 2026 Private transfer from Piraeus port to Athens hotel
    20 NOV 2026 Private transfer Athens hotel to Athens airport

Itinerary

Day 1 Athens, Greece

Upon arrival, enjoy a seamless transfer to your luxury accommodation in Athens. 

Day 2 Piraeus (Athens), Greece - Embarkation

Athenians don't live in the past. Ahead of its time, Athens exudes glamour and a sense of possibility - housing galleries, gelaterias, bijoux boutiques alongside a plethora of museums. And you can't help but marvel at the archaeological wonders of the Acropolis and the Parthenon. Stroll through vibrant streets and markets, dance at buzzing bouzoukia, sing along in tavernas. At night, head to the harbour, where dimly lit bars serve the local ice cold beer. And, as you inhale the salty air and watch Greek fishing boats peacefully depart for their catch, reflect on this ancient city's progressive attitude.
 Embarkation 12:00P.M. - 3:00P.M. · Departure 6:00P.M.

Day 3 Syros, Greece

Syros might be just across the water from Mykonos, but this snug island feels a world away from its hedonism. But this is no sleepy backwater: arrive at the capital Ermoupoli, once the mercantile heart of the Aegean, to find an elegant neo-classical enclave humming with real Greek hustle and bustle. Wander wide boulevards sparkling with Cyclades marble to Vaporia, a chic pocket with the best-preserved merchant palaces, the waterfront cafes of Little Venice and the Apollo Theatre, known as La Piccola Scala. Climb to Ano Syros, the scenic hilltop village settled by 13th-century Venetians and crowned by San Giorgio cathedral or seek the island's fishing villages upon sandy shores and quiet coves cradled by forests.

Day 4 Paros, Greece

Unveil picturesque Paros' unadorned charms from ancient remains to traditional tavernas and sweet villages and blue-domed churches to a bounty of blonde-sand beaches. Head out to Parikia to find the awe-inspiring AD326 Byzantine monastery or take a ferry across to explore caves in the rugged natural beauty of Antiparos. Walk through the island's ancient archaeological history at the tiny museum and lose yourself in the labyrinth of lanes at the old Venetian port of Naoussa. Banish any tension on a sunlounger, then breeze through home-cooked mezze feasts in white-washed tavernas. Windsurf, kite-surf, dive, swim au naturel and enjoy a network of walking trails. Somehow Paros has managed to preserve more of the soft spirit than some of her Cyclade cousins.

Day 5 At Sea

Day 6 Argostoli (Kefalonia), Greece

Set along a sunlit harbour on the island of Kefalonia, Argostoli welcomes with a gentle rhythm shaped by sea and light. Along the waterfront, fishing boats drift and loggerhead turtles glide beneath the surface, while shaded squares and cafes invite unhurried moments. Beyond the town, the island reveals its wonders - from the luminous blues of Myrtos Beach to the underground stillness of Melissani Cave, where sunlight dances on hidden waters. In Argostoli, nature's beauty and island life come together in effortless harmony.

Day 7 Kotor, Montenegro

Comely Kotor Bay, a lesser-travelled amphitheatre etched into the Adriatic coast of Montenegro, welcomes with hypnotic jade waters encircled by emerald-crowned slopes. Sheltered in the fjord's angelic embrace, Kotor Old Town beckons as a fairy-tale city whose formidable walls, Romanesque churches and medieval bastions have witnessed the highs and lows of masked carnivals and devastating earthquakes. Italian and Mediterranean influences flavour the cuisine, where gelato and brodetto accompany fresh Adriatic seafood. Uphill, the Church of our Lady of Remedy affords spectacular views of Kotor's red-tiled UNESCO World Heritage rooftops, a manmade jewel amongst landscapes where the inspired will wander.

Day 8 Bari, Italy

Stroll into Bari Vecchia, an atmospheric tangle of medieval streets, Romanesque churches, Baroque palaces and Greek, Roman and Norman history. Amidst nonnas rolling their orecchiette, pause at the basilica, housing the relics of Saint Nicholas, the 1170 cathedral, the Norman fortress and the harbour-front theatre, where Pavarotti and Nureyev performed. Head south to find numerous fine beaches (amongst the best in Italy) dotted with countless coves and bays, particularly in pretty Polignano a Mare. Puglia's capital is an easy catapult to the region's famous trulli in Alberobello, the UNESCO town with 1500 conical houses or choose to make your way to cinematic Matera, where the limestone cliffs are peppered in ancient caves, many now masquerading as chic restaurants.

Day 9 Sarande, Albania

Ancient ruins, picturesque beaches and Ottoman castles dot the landscape of southern Albania, an open-air museum reclaimed by nature. You'll want to linger longer in the UNESCO-protected ruins within Butrint National Park, where Roman mosaics and Greek columns lie half-consumed by coastal forest. Time slows in Gjirokaster, the Ottoman-era City of Stone and its hilltop castle, whose unhurried charm is matched only by the swirling sapphire waters of Blue Eye spring.

Day 10 At Sea

Day 11 Santorini, Greece

Dreamily sail into Santorini when others leave. Romantic, exuberant and pure; roam one of the world's most enchanting islands as you enjoy breathtaking scenery, rock-set whitewashed houses, paved paths, sugar white sand, black beaches and terracotta cliffs. Experience the many geological and architectural delights; blue-domed churches, an active volcano, excavate with experts and cover the caldera between cliff-hanging Oia and Fira. Glide through sapphire seas in a catamaran, taste local wine, eat freshly-caught seafood, break plates and shop elegant boutiques. Then settle in for a slow moonlit dinner high on a hilltop, just in time for the world-famous sunset.

Day 12 Piraeus (Athens), Greece

Today, enjoy a seamless transfer to your luxury accommodation in Athens after disembarkation, and enjoy the day at your own leisure exploring Athens. 

Day 13 Athens, Greece

Today, enjoy a seanless transfer to airport for your departure flight home, bring home with unforgettable memories. 

Terms and Conditions

Terms and Conditions apply: All prices are quoted in Australian dollars, based on per person double occupancy unless stated otherwise, and inclusive of all taxes and discounts. All prices & itineraries are current as of 11 May 2026 & subject to change without notice. Prices are subject to change due to availability, currency fluctuations, fuel price, and tax increases. Oceanview and Balcony cabins may have obstructed views, please check with your consultant. Pice based on ocean Terrace Suite OT 1 & Penthouse Suite PH. Price includes any stated bonus nights, upgrades & package savings, if applicable. All passports, visas, travel permits, and vaccinations are the responsibility of the travelling passenger to secure prior to travel. Airfares are capacity controlled and are subject to change at any time without notice, based in economy class from Sydney and are subject to the carriers' flight schedules and conditions. Flight may not be direct and multiple transit points may required. Seasonal and flight routing surcharges may apply. Airfares are based on the lowest available fare, which comes with strict conditions i.e., non-refundable, or non-changeable. Please ask your consultant for pricing on flexible fare options that allow cancellations and/or amendments at a fee. Please call us for prices from other airports. Travel packages advertised may include multiple products provided by several suppliers to provide a travel itinerary. Each component of the package will be treated independent of each other, and the specific terms & conditions of each product supplier will apply. Hotels may charge resort fees, or a security bond not included or mentioned in this package, payable direct upon check-in. We reserve the right to correct errors without penalty.

Mediterranean's Romantic Shores

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