An Extended Journey from Catalan Vitality to Gilded Venetian Grandeur

Overview

A 14-night voyage aboard EXPLORA VI, departing Barcelona on 14 Aug 2028 and arriving in Venice (Fusina), Italy, calling at 13 destinations along the way.

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   Day 1 ·Barcelona, SpainEmbark

   14 Aug 2028

   Depart 20:00

   Breathe in the cultural heart of Catalan; an elegant blend of high energy and undisturbed tradition. Muse over the origins of captivating Gaudi architecture within the enchanting labyrinth that is the Gothic Quarter. Savour the flavours of fresh tapas and crisp cava in breezy plazas, tranquil terraces and coveted cafés, or glide down to a shimmering beach club to unwind. Imagine a visit to peaceful Passeig de Gracia, where modernist buildings merge to showcase iconic global labels. And, as dusk falls, prepare for urban action and swing by the lively bohemian bars to fiesta on the leafy stretch of La Rambla. If you’re serious about style, this colourful city provides plenty to celebrate.
   
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   Day 2 ·Mahón (Menorca)

   15 Aug 2028

   Arrive 09:00Depart 19:00

   Beckon the buzz of a small UNESCO-listed island; proud of producing its own cheese, wine and rather distinguished gin. Sink into a lemon-scented laidback lifestyle that reflects elegant Georgian architecture, Spain’s oldest opera house, history, art and a monastery-based museum. Off glittering turquoise shores, visit the Royal Naval hospital, shop for world-renowned shoes, amble amongst butterflies up coastal paths and rest for tapas in harbour-side tavernas. Celebrated yet discreet – unhurried Menorca is the low-key location to go and not to be seen.
   
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   Day 4 ·Ibiza, Spain

   16 Aug 2028

   Arrive 12:00

   Experience the magnetic vibes of Ibiza. Relax as you feel the gentle pull of vibrant island life. Experience Las Salinas salt flats, eat paella, sip sangria, meditate, shop boutiques… do whatever you please. Hidden away are fincas, pine valleys, orange groves, almond trees and lush orchards. Retreat to renowned spas for wellbeing, yoga, massage and healing. Soothe in warm waters at private beach affairs. As darkness falls, cavort in bars and clubs where the world’s finest DJ’s thrill. Warm and easy-going, nature’s elements blend beautifully with island life. It's little wonder that Ibiza has drawn artists, writers, gurus and beatniks for years. Some have never left.
   
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   Day 4 ·Ibiza, Spain

   17 Aug 2028

   Depart 01:00

   Experience the magnetic vibes of Ibiza. Relax as you feel the gentle pull of vibrant island life. Experience Las Salinas salt flats, eat paella, sip sangria, meditate, shop boutiques… do whatever you please. Hidden away are fincas, pine valleys, orange groves, almond trees and lush orchards. Retreat to renowned spas for wellbeing, yoga, massage and healing. Soothe in warm waters at private beach affairs. As darkness falls, cavort in bars and clubs where the world’s finest DJ’s thrill. Warm and easy-going, nature’s elements blend beautifully with island life. It's little wonder that Ibiza has drawn artists, writers, gurus and beatniks for years. Some have never left.
   
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   Day 5 ·La Goulette (Tunis), Tunisia

   18 Aug 2028

   Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00
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   Day 6 ·Trapani (Sicily)

   19 Aug 2028

   Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00

   Fully invest in la dolce vita. Savour exciting historical sites and authentic Sicilian life in the City of Salt and Sail. Admire some of the best-preserved relics of Greece's Golden Age at the UNESCO-acclaimed ancient city of Agrigento. Stock up on locally produced Ortigia and sample Sicilian classics passed down through generations. Visit famed Erice for one of the most beautiful viewpoints in Sicily, chopper or sail across to other Aeolian islands and visit the mineral-rich salines. Journey up to Monreale to ponder crumbling hilltop alleys and the Norman cathedral depicting Sicily of old and amble through orange, olive and almond groves. Life moves slowly here for Trapani has an old-world Mediterranean soul.
   
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   Day 7 ·Naples, Italy

   20 Aug 2028

   Arrive 08:00Depart 19:00
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   Day 8 ·Civitavecchia (Rome)

   21 Aug 2028

   Arrive 08:00Depart 20:00

   There’s more to Rome than its ancient architecture. The Eternal City is home to a seemingly endless array of hidden gems. The artistic-minded can enjoy fashion aristocracy, street art, vespa jaunts to The Appian Way and toss coins into fountains. Or you can stroll by appointment to Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel and the Pope’s private quarters at the Vatican. Explore the historic ruins of The Colosseum, Caravaggio churches, the Spanish Steps and The Pantheon. Learn how to make pasta the true Italian way, hunt truffles, nibble gelato, sip coffee and sink into a 3000 year old pool for a wellness experience. an ode to homespun pasta at a Renaissance piazza. When in Rome, fusing old with new makes it simple to indulge in whatever you like.
   
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   Day 10 ·Amalfi

   22 Aug 2028

   Arrive 12:00Depart 22:00
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    Day 10 ·At Sea

    23 Aug 2028
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    Day 11 ·Sarandë

    24 Aug 2028

    Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00
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    Day 12 ·Dubrovnik

    25 Aug 2028

    Arrive 08:00Depart 20:00

    Marvel at this chic walled city paved with a wealth of aristocratic palazzi, ancient forts and epic Adriatic views. Enter grand Pile Gate to lose yourself in intricate alleys, stage-set squares, museums and baroque churches. Ease out of town to kayak around sturdy ramparts, taste Dalmatian wines in the Konavle countryside, and visit archaic Cavtat and history-packed Mostar. Escape the crowds to cacti-clad Lokrum for a spot of yoga and botanical walking, or join in to graze at trendy restaurants on the rocks. It’s no wonder the glitterati flock to the strength of this charming and inspiring medieval Dalmatian marvel.
    
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    Day 13 ·Korcula

    26 Aug 2028

    Arrive 08:00Depart 19:00
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    Day 14 ·Rijeka

    27 Aug 2028

    Arrive 09:00Depart 19:00
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    Day 15 ·Fusina (Venice)Disembark

    28 Aug 2028

    Arrive 08:00

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