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A Journey of Rich Culture & Full-bodied Flavours Cruise

  • Departure DateMon 10th Aug 2026
  • Explora Journeys EXPLORA III
  • 7 Night Cruise From Lisbon
  • Cruise Only From £5,029 pp
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Itinerary

  • Lisbon
  • Leixoes, Portugal
  • La Coruna, Spain
  • Bilbao
  • Pauillac, Bordeaux
  • St. Jean de Luz, France
  • Southampton

What's Included

  • Unlimited Fine Beverages
  • Choice of 8 Culinary Experiences
  • All on board gratuities
  • High-speed WiFi
  • In-suite welcome bottle of champagne & sweet treats
  • Unlimited beverages, fine wines and premium spirits, speciality coffees, teas & soft drinks
  • Sophisticated, varied culinary experiences across 18 venues
  • 24-hour in-suite dining
  • Welcome champagne & in-suite mini bar
  • Elegant, comfortable accommodation with unrivalled space & privacy
  • High-speed, unlimited WiFi throughout the ship
  • Access to the Spa Thermal Area
  • Gratuities
  • 24-hour Private butler services & additional amenities for Ocean Residence Guests including: Packing & unpacking to guests’ preferences, pressing & laundering assistance, private in-suite dining, personal communication through Explora app, itinerary, transport & celebrations planning & onboard & ashore reservations assistance

Prices from pp

TypeSuite
Cruise Only
£5,029

Includes extra savings of up to £265pp
Cruise Only - price based on cruise only, call to add flights from your regional airport.
Voyage Code: EL20260810LISSOU

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Day 1 - Lisbon

Arrive: Mon 10 August 2026 / Depart: Mon 10 August 2026 at 18:00

Enjoy the rich buzz of Lisbon. Dip into the city’s strong architectural, cultural and historical connections. Wander charming-cobbled streets, colourful buildings, the river Sado and endless nature. Pilgrimage to Fatima, tour hilly villages, learn Portuguese cooking techniques and listen to the Lisbon blues. Slip to charming Cascais for quieter energy and golden beaches. And as you bathe in the captivating light, enjoy plates of petiscos which - like fado - you’ll soon discover is vibrant, warm and most appealing.

Day 2 - Leixoes, Portugal

Arrive: Tue 11 August 2026 at 08:00 / Depart: Tue 11 August 2026 at 18:00

The Portuguese know their port. Quinta do Infantado was the first estate to bottle fortified wine. Between the churches, arts, restaurants, music and neoclassical structures, there’s so much more to taste. Explore historic wonders, rolling hillsides, terracotta rooftops, granite buildings and even more wineries. With bars and restaurants on every piazza corner, you’ll have plenty of opportunity to try the rich pasteis de nata. Savour this port in the light coastal breeze and share stories by the shimmering ocean.

Day 3 - La Coruna, Spain

Arrive: Wed 12 August 2026 at 09:00 / Depart: Wed 12 August 2026 at 19:00

Day 4 - Bilbao

Arrive: Thu 13 August 2026 at 09:00 / Depart: Thu 13 August 2026 at 19:00

Day 5 - Pauillac, Bordeaux

Arrive: Fri 14 August 2026 at 08:30 / Depart: Fri 14 August 2026 at 20:00

Day 6 - St. Jean de Luz, France

Arrive: Sat 15 August 2026 at 08:00 / Depart: Sat 15 August 2026 at 18:00

Visit the brave Basque country and dip into opulent energy, enticing food, natural beauty and the region’s rich protected cultural history. Discover churches, theatres, markets, foliage covered village squares, Ainhoa, Espelette and San Sebastian. Indulge in private culinary and vino tastings, buccaneer pillaging, walking tours, a cider house and pilgrimage to Lourdes. Visit the museum of sculptor Eduardo Chillida, then contemplate his works upon the Rhune mountain train. Or simply wander through wild coastlines of sandy beaches and rocky peninsulas. Immerse mind and body in this breezy corner of the Atlantic coast, where you’ll feel luxury underfoot and see beauty ahead.

Day 7 - At Sea

Day 8 - Southampton

Arrive: Mon 17 August 2026 at 07:00 / Depart: Mon 17 August 2026

Sail into this vibrant quay with enough shops and entertainment to form its own village. Modern and lively, this coastal town bustles with waterfront restaurants, heritage charm, bars, cinemas and offers great access to other spots in the South of England. Sit back and drift through heavenly countryside to ancient Stonehenge, see if the King is at home in Windsor, learn secrets from the Bombay Sapphire gin distillery or slip up to London for some rich British culture. Then enjoy a cup of tea as you reflect on formal traditions, perfect your cockney accent and recall England’s green and pleasant lands.

EXPLORA III From Explora Journeys

EXPLORA III is the first LNG-powered ship in our fleet, underscoring our commitment to decarbonising marine operations. This innovation has the potential to reduce well-to-wake greenhouse gas emission by over 80%, significantly lowering our environmental impact. A sanctuary of unparalleled comfort and space, EXPLORA III embodies effortless elegance, evoking the feeling of being aboard a private yacht

Ship Cabins

Cove Residence with Whirpool

For a true sense of being at home at sea, experience the effortlessly elegant spaces of the Cove Residences featuring a stylishly decorated living area, a calm work space, a comfortable dining area for four, as well as a separate bedroom with sea views and a spacious walk-in wardrobe with a seated vanity area. Sofas and chairs are by Molteni & C and the sophisticated lighting solutions are designed by Astep. The private sun terrace allows guests to unwind and savour the ocean featuring a private outdoor whirlpool, a dining table and sun loungers. Each Cove Residence includes butler services provided by our Residence Hosts, a private refrigerated mini bar – replenished according to the guests’ preferences, espresso machine, kettle and tea pot with a complimentary selection of coffee and teas. Features Private butler services by our Residence Hosts Oversized floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the sea Separate living, dining and sleeping areas Spacious lounge area Dining table for 4 guests Spacious work desk area In-suite welcome bottle of champagne Private refrigerated minibar, replenished according to the guests’ preferences from a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages Espresso machine, kettle and tea pot with a complimentary selection of coffee and teas Complimentary personal refillable water bottle for each guest Pair of binoculars for guests’ use during their journey Technogym Case Kit with a smart range of fitness gear Safe accommodating most tablets and laptops Outdoors Spacious oceanfront terrace with private outdoor whirlpool, a dining table and sun loungers or a daybed
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