17 nightsFrom Barcelona10 ports of call
A Grand Journey from Iberian Artistry to Brazil’s Radiant Shores
Explora Journeys · EXPLORA I
Overview
A 17-night voyage aboard EXPLORA I, departing Barcelona on 4 Dec 2027 and arriving in Rio de Janeiro, calling at 10 destinations along the way.
BarcelonaMalagaTangier, MoroccoArrecife, Lanzarote, Canary IslandsSanta Cruz de TenerifeArrecife, Lanzarote, Canary IslandsMaceioSalvadore de BahiaBuziosRio de Janeiro
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Itinerary
17 nights · 18 ports of call- 1
Day 1 ·Barcelona, SpainEmbark
4 Dec 2027Depart 19:00Breathe 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. - 2
Day 2 ·At Sea
5 Dec 2027 - 3
Day 3 ·Malaga, Spain
6 Dec 2027Arrive 08:00Depart 22:30Enjoy 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. - 4
Day 4 ·Tangier
7 Dec 2027Arrive 09:00Depart 18:00 - 5
Day 5 ·At Sea
8 Dec 2027 - 6
Day 6 ·Arrecife (Lanzarote)
9 Dec 2027Arrive 09:00Depart 19:00Artist César Manrique put little Arrecife on the map. Explore his eclectic works in underground caverns, fabulous murals and his former home in nearby Tahíche, or sate your artistic appetite in contemporary gallery MIAC and the surreal underwater world of sculptor Jason deCaires Taylor. The spectral landscape of Timanfaya, once a seething sea of lava shattered by volcanic eruptions, is ripe for 4x4 exploration, while the year-round waves of Playa de Famara invite beginners and pros alike to grab a surfboard and take the plunge. - 7
Day 7 ·Santa Cruz de Tenerife
10 Dec 2027Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00Drop a sun-kissed Spanish city onto an island off the coast of North Africa, add a sprinkle of tropical charm and place an active volcano on the doorstep and you have Santa Cruz de Tenerife. Feast on tantalising tapas before exploring neighbouring San Cristóbal de la Laguna’s UNESCO-listed Old Town, whose ancient doorways conceal exquisitely tiled courtyards and hand-carved balconies overlooking resplendent churches. Beyond, Tenerife is dotted with half-moon bays, immaculate golf courses, vineyard-covered hillsides, labyrinthine lava tunnels and sheer basalt cliffs: a primordial landscape sculpted by the fury of mighty Mount Teide. - 8
Day 8 ·At Sea
11 Dec 2027 - 9
Day 9 ·At Sea
12 Dec 2027 - 10
Day 10 ·At Sea
13 Dec 2027 - 11
Day 11 ·At Sea
14 Dec 2027 - 12
Day 12 ·At Sea
15 Dec 2027 - 13
Day 13 ·Arrecife (Lanzarote)
16 Dec 2027Arrive 09:00Depart 20:00Artist César Manrique put little Arrecife on the map. Explore his eclectic works in underground caverns, fabulous murals and his former home in nearby Tahíche, or sate your artistic appetite in contemporary gallery MIAC and the surreal underwater world of sculptor Jason deCaires Taylor. The spectral landscape of Timanfaya, once a seething sea of lava shattered by volcanic eruptions, is ripe for 4x4 exploration, while the year-round waves of Playa de Famara invite beginners and pros alike to grab a surfboard and take the plunge. - 14
Day 14 ·Maceio
17 Dec 2027Arrive 08:00Depart 15:00 - 15
Day 15 ·Salvador de Bahia, Brazil
18 Dec 2027Arrive 08:00Depart 17:00Colours explode around you, the sun sparkles and the people — all sexy. Set on a pretty peninsula, stunning beaches surround Brazil's first capital. African slaves were brought here to build it into one of the most opulent cities in the New World. Colonial Pelourinho, a UNESCO heritage site, commemorates this history. Its cobblestone streets wind past brightly coloured buildings, squares filled with musicians and dancers. One of the world’s biggest carnivals raves in February. Indulge in fantastic food, Moqueca and caipirinha cocktails, samba and capoeira in the pulsing epicentre of Afro-Brazilian culture. - 16
Day 16 ·At Sea
19 Dec 2027 - 17
Day 17 ·Buzios, Brazil
20 Dec 2027Arrive 09:00Depart 21:00Breeze into Buzios like French starlet Brigitte Bardot did in 1964 and discover a honeypot of cinematic beaches and a sea of sensual overload. Snorkel in a dreamy dance amongst coral coves. Reel-and-release mighty game fish or board a speedboat for off-shore sunning with Brazilian cocktails. Shop with the well-heeled along Rua das Pedras avenue; saunter with the locals down Orla Bardot boardwalk; or sauté a bounty of Buzios delicacies with a convivial Master Chef. God bless, indeed. - 18
Day 18 ·Rio de Janeiro, BrazilDisembark
21 Dec 2027Arrive 07:00‘Cidade Maravilhosa’, the Marvellous City, Rio constantly finds ways to surprise – whether it’s the tropical rainforest within, Tijuca National Park, the soul-stirring views from towering Christ the Redeemer or Sugarloaf Mountain. Marvel at the unique “favela” neighbourhoods that are precariously stacked up-and-down hillsides or the spectacular, modernist Niemeyer-designed architecture. Home to legendary Copacabana and Ipanema beaches, and the mind-blowing spectacle of Rio Carnival in February, the entire city seems to sway to the infectious rhythms of samba. An astonishing depth of discovery few cities in the world offer.
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