An Extended Journey through Andalusian Energy, Catalan Creativity & Sicilian Flavours

Overview

A 17-night voyage aboard EXPLORA IV, departing Lisbon on 14 Oct 2028 and arriving in Venice (Fusina), Italy, calling at 14 destinations along the way.

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   Day 1 ·Lisbon, PortugalEmbark

   14 Oct 2028

   Depart 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.
   
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   Day 2 ·Lisbon, Portugal

   15 Oct 2028

   Depart 02:00

   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.
   
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   Day 3 ·Cadiz

   16 Oct 2028

   Arrive 08:00Depart 23:00

   Go back in time - where cobbled streets clatter with horse drawn carriages, culture and history seeps through this Spanish city’s soul. Enjoy locally produced tapas and admire the form of iconic Andalusian horses. Drift into tasting tours at sherry wineries in Jerez, then step out to twirl the flamenco. Explore Seville’s architectural marvels; baroque churches, palaces, gothic cathedrals, aristocratic mansions and medieval buildings. With no less than three Unesco World Heritage sites to visit, you’ll feel truly inspired by what Cadiz has to offer.
   
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   Day 4 ·Tangier

   17 Oct 2028

   Arrive 09:00Depart 19:00
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   Day 5 ·Malaga, Spain

   18 Oct 2028

   Arrive 08:00Depart 23:00

   Enjoy the epitome of Spanish charm. Slowly discover Andalusian riches to reveal Picasso’s birthplace, the Alhambra in Granada, Mezquita in Cordoba and the Ronda valley. Explore ancient heritage sites, dance the flamenco, dare to hike the Caminito del Rey trail and delve into white villages sprinkled amongst mango groves and avocado orchards. Sip cocktails by day and sangria by night. And as you watch the sun slip down, reflect upon this gateway of delights.
   
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   Day 6 ·At Sea

   19 Oct 2028
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   Day 7 ·Valencia

   20 Oct 2028

   Arrive 08:00Depart 19:00
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   Day 8 ·Barcelona, Spain

   21 Oct 2028

   Arrive 08:00Depart 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 9 ·Palma de Mallorca

   22 Oct 2028

   Arrive 09:00Depart 18:00

   Leave craggy coastlines behind and venture to the heartland of the biggest Balearic. Where endless authentic charm, history and nature await. Celebrate at Spain’s oldest winery, shop chic Palma boutiques and marvel at blossoming UNESCO-limestone mountains aboard a vintage train. Experience a tranquil monastery, art at a historic hacienda and tons of protected wildlife. Delve into nature at reserves, feast on wood-fired paella at lively hangouts, pilgrimage to historic churches and tour old-world Mallorcan villages. And as for sapphire seas that frame spotless beaches - Mallorca is truly an immense Balearic beauty.
   
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    Day 10 ·At Sea

    23 Oct 2028
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    Day 11 ·La Valletta

    24 Oct 2028

    Arrive 09:00Depart 21:00

    Unearth the Med’s master of restoration and renovation behind honey-hued Valetta’s fortified walls. Strewn with a mass of well-preserved history - head back in time to hand-carved shelters, a maze of subterranean tombs and stone-age temples. Discover war secrets beneath the limestone streets, skim the Grand Harbour aboard a dghajsa, step into state history and get your fill of art and Fat Ladies in museums. But it’s not all ancient history - watch buzzing bars spill out onto limestone alleys, treat yourself to Michelin-starred Maltese cuisine, neighbourhood watch and dive over wrecks. Malta may be Europe’s tiniest capital, but she packs a might punch.
    
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    Day 12 ·Siracusa (Sicily)

    25 Oct 2028

    Arrive 09:00Depart 19:00

    Dip in a Mediterranean mass of rich history, cuisine and abundant nature. Wander through historic cities, Roman sites, Greek temples and expansive vineyards. Skirt around simmering Mount Etna’s fertile lava lands, survey Grecian archaeology inland at Valle Dei Templi Grecian, seek out tumbled ruins at sea-facing Selinunte and drop in to Casale to admire ornate mosaics. Attend an Etna Rosso wine tasting, head for peace at the nature reserve and liven up at the Baroque old town of Sciacca. And for a final taste of Sicily, feast on olive oil drenched pasta - you won’t leave this honey-hued region unfulfilled.
    
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    Day 13 ·Gallipoli

    26 Oct 2028

    Arrive 09:00Depart 19:00
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    Day 14 ·Kotor

    27 Oct 2028

    Arrive 09:00Depart 19:00
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    Day 15 ·At Sea

    28 Oct 2028
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    Day 16 ·Ravenna

    29 Oct 2028

    Arrive 08:00Depart 21:00

    Unleash your artistic soul in Ravenna, where 1500-year-old churches are embellished with intricate mosaics and Byzantine art. Flooded crypts, columnar bell towers and Dante’s tomb make this Emilia-Romagna city divine. The Basilica of Sant'Apollinare Nuovo, once the home of bloody King Theodoric the Great, is one of eight UNESCO treasures. Feast on Adriatic octopus in Piazza del Popolo, pedal through pine forests in nearby Cervia, cross invisible borders in espresso-sized San Marino, or discover the canals and flamingo-flecked wetlands of Comacchio.
    
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    Day 17 ·Koper

    30 Oct 2028

    Arrive 09:00Depart 21:00
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    Day 18 ·Fusina (Venice)Disembark

    31 Oct 2028

    Arrive 08:00

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