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Explora IV

17-Night An Extended Journey Of Gaelic Culture & Artistic Vibrance Cruise from Southampton

Explora Class · Explora IV

Southampton, Cork, and Dun Laoghaire

Sails Wed, Aug 16, 202817 nightsCruiseOnly

One-waySouthamptonCopenhagen · 14 ports

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$688 / night avg · taxes & fees included

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Today: $11,700Lowest tracked: $10,920

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4-day low

$10,920

4-day high

$15,600

4-day avg

$12,285

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Day by day

Your 17-night itinerary

15 ports and 3 sea days on this sailing.

Day 11
SouthamptonEmbark
Departs 7:00 PM
Sailings from Southampton
Day 22
At seaSea day
Enjoy a relaxing day at sea — spa, pools, dining and onboard activities.
Day 33
Cork
Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 7:00 PM
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Day 44
Dun Laoghaire
Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 8:00 PM
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Day 55
Greencastle (County Donegal)
Arrives 9:00 AM · Departs 6:00 PM
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Day 66
Killybegs (County Donegal)
Arrives 9:00 AM · Departs 7:00 PM
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Day 77
Oban
Arrives 9:00 AM · Departs 7:00 PM
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Day 88
Glasgow (Greenock)
Arrives 9:00 AM · Departs 7:00 PM
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Day 99
At seaSea day
Enjoy a relaxing day at sea — spa, pools, dining and onboard activities.
Day 1010
Southampton
Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 6:00 PM
Return visit (first on day 1)
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Day 1111
Guernsey/St. Peter Port
Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 4:00 PM
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Day 1212
Bruges (Zeebrugge)
Arrives 9:00 AM · Departs 7:00 PM
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Day 1313
Amsterdam
Arrives 9:00 AM
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Day 1414
Amsterdam
Departs 9:00 AM
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Day 1515
Hamburg
Arrives 9:00 AM · Departs 7:00 PM
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Day 1616
At seaSea day
Enjoy a relaxing day at sea — spa, pools, dining and onboard activities.
Day 1717
Lysekil(Gotaland)
Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 6:00 PM
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Day 1818
CopenhagenDisembark
Arrives 7:00 AM
Sailings from Copenhagen

Cabins & suites

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$11,700$688 / night

Ship experience

Onboard dining, entertainment, and venues

About this ship

A sanctuary of space and serenity, EXPLORA IV invites guests to reconnect with themselves, the ocean, and the world around them. Setting sail in Summer 2027.

Ports of call

Where you stop and how long you stay

Southampton
Days 1, 10
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Southampton
Cork
Day 3
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Cork
Dun Laoghaire
Day 4
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Dun Laoghaire
Greencastle (County Donegal)
Day 5
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Greencastle (County Donegal)
Killybegs (County Donegal)
Day 6
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Killybegs (County Donegal)
Oban
Day 7
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Oban
Glasgow (Greenock)
Day 8
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Glasgow (Greenock)
Guernsey/St. Peter Port
Day 11
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Guernsey/St. Peter Port
Bruges (Zeebrugge)
Day 12
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Bruges (Zeebrugge)
Amsterdam
Days 13, 14
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Amsterdam
Hamburg
Day 15
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Hamburg
Lysekil(Gotaland)
Day 17
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Lysekil(Gotaland)
Copenhagen
Day 18
Sailings from Copenhagen
Copenhagen

What's included & extra

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Included

Main dining rooms — Traditional complimentary dining
Pools & fitness — Ship amenities vary by vessel
Dining
Onboard Activities
Outdoor Activities
Kids & Teens

Extra cost

Marble and Co Grill — This redefined European steakhouse experience is reflected through the modern, understated yet sophi
Lobby Bar — A central gathering social bar and lounge, amongst high-end boutiques, provides the ideal spot to en
Malt Whisky Bar — Set within the Explora Lounge, Malt offers a refined tour of the global whisky regions, including so
Journeys Lounge — The most spacious onboard lounge features mixology specialists, enrichment activities and cabaret-st
Casino — Explore the intimate, elegant space of The Casino and its diverse gaming offerings: from thrilling poker and blackjack t
Atoll Pool and Bar — Here, guests can enjoy the sun, sea and serenity along with sunny, sparkling and colourful drinks.
Helios Pool and Bar — Enjoy lying by the pool or lounging throughout the day as to watch the ship sail through the sea.
Sky Bar — This panoramic outdoor lounge setting is ideal for soothing cocktails and infinite views.

Policies & FAQ

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Ship specifications

Bars / Lounges: 12
Dining / Restaurants: 7
Maiden Voyage: 2027
Number of Pools: 5
Number of Suites: 463
Ship Class: Explora Class

Prices shown are per person, based on double occupancy, and include taxes and port fees where available. Gratuities and optional extras are not included. All fares are subject to availability and may change. Final pricing will be confirmed at time of booking.