Explora VI
Explora Journeys

Explora VI

Explora Journeys’s EXPLORA VI is one of the newest vessels in the brand’s expanding ultra-luxury fleet and is scheduled to enter service in 2028. The ship is b…

457 Suites

The MSC Group Reveals New Luxury Cruise Brand, Explora Journeys, Created for the Next Generation of Discerning Luxury Travellers. 

Explora Journeys’s EXPLORA VI is one of the newest vessels in the brand’s expanding ultra-luxury fleet and is scheduled to enter service in 2028. The ship is being built by Fincantieri as part of the Explora-class series and is planned as an LNG- and hydrogen-powered vessel, reflecting the brand’s focus on advanced sustainable technology. EXPLORA VI will feature the signature Explora Journeys experience, including oceanfront suites, refined European-inspired design, immersive wellness offerings, and elevated culinary experiences. Designed to deliver an intimate luxury atmosphere with spacious public areas and personalized service, the ship continues the brand’s vision of modern ocean travel.

Ocean Terrace Suite
Suite

Ocean Terrace Suite

OT1

Size: 35 sq. m. (377 sq. ft.) Capacity: 2 adults and 1 child under 18 years old (baby cot or rollaway bed). Ocean Terrace Suites feature an ocean-front terrace, with an outdoor dining area.

  • Oversized floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the sea
  • Lounge area with coffee/dining table
  • Private refrigerated mini-bar
  • Pair of binoculars for guests' use during their journey
  • Safe accommodating most tablets and laptops
  • Spacious ocean-front terrace with a dining area
  • Comfortable daybed for relaxation
Ocean Terrace Suite
Suite

Ocean Terrace Suite

OT2

Size: 35 sq. m. (377 sq. ft.) Capacity: 2 adults and 1 child under 18 years old (baby cot or rollaway bed). Ocean Terrace Suites feature an ocean-front terrace, with an outdoor dining area.

  • Oversized floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the sea
  • Lounge area with coffee/dining table
  • Private refrigerated mini-bar
  • Pair of binoculars for guests' use during their journey
  • Safe accommodating most tablets and laptops
  • Spacious ocean-front terrace with a dining area
  • Comfortable daybed for relaxation
Ocean Terrace Suite
Suite

Ocean Terrace Suite

OT3

Size: 35 sq. m. (377 sq. ft.) Capacity: 2 adults and 1 child under 18 years old (baby cot or rollaway bed). Ocean Terrace Suites feature an ocean-front terrace, with an outdoor dining area.

  • Oversized floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the sea
  • Lounge area with coffee/dining table
  • Private refrigerated mini-bar
  • Pair of binoculars for guests' use during their journey
  • Safe accommodating most tablets and laptops
  • Spacious ocean-front terrace with a dining area
  • Comfortable daybed for relaxation
Ocean Terrace Suite
Suite

Ocean Terrace Suite

OT4

Size: 35 sq. m. (377 sq. ft.) Capacity: 2 adults and 1 child under 18 years old (baby cot or rollaway bed). Ocean Terrace Suites feature an ocean-front terrace, with an outdoor dining area.

  • Oversized floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the sea
  • Lounge area with coffee/dining table
  • Private refrigerated mini-bar
  • Pair of binoculars for guests' use during their journey
  • Safe accommodating most tablets and laptops
  • Spacious ocean-front terrace with a dining area
  • Comfortable daybed for relaxation
Ocean Grand Terrace Suite
Suite

Ocean Grand Terrace Suite

GT

Size: 35 sq. m. (377 sq. ft.) to 39 sq. m. (420 sq. ft.) Capacity: 2 adults and 1 child under 18 years old (baby cot or rollaway bed). Ocean Grand Terrace Suites feature a larger ocean-front terrace, with an outdoor dining area.

  • Oversized floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the sea
  • Lounge area with coffee/dining table
  • Private refrigerated mini-bar
  • Pair of binoculars for guests' use during their journey
  • Safe accommodating most tablets and laptops
  • Spacious ocean-front terrace with a dining area
  • Comfortable daybed for relaxation
Penthouse
Suite

Penthouse

PH

Size: 43 sq. m. (463 sq. ft.) to 69 sq. m. (743 sq. ft.) Capacity: 2 adults and 1 infant under 2 years old (in a baby cot). Ocean Penthouses offers a luxurious, spacious retreat where curated materials and attention to detail have created an environment in which every element has been consciously designed to optimize the natural light and sea views.

  • Oversized floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the sea
  • Spacious lounge area
  • Dining table for 4 guests
  • Private refrigerated mini-bar
  • 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
  • Spacious ocean-front terrace with a dining area
  • Comfortable daybed for relaxation
Deluxe Penthouse
Suite

Deluxe Penthouse

DP

Size: 43 sq. m. (463 sq. ft.) to 69 sq. m. (743 sq. ft.) Capacity: 2 adults and 1 infant under 2 years old (in a baby cot). Ocean Penthouses offers a luxurious, spacious retreat where curated materials and attention to detail have created an environment in which every element has been consciously designed to optimize the natural light and sea views.

  • Oversized floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the sea
  • Spacious lounge area
  • Dining table for 4 guests
  • Some suites feature a spacious workspace area
  • Private refrigerated mini-bar
  • 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
  • Spacious ocean-front terrace with a dining area
  • Comfortable daybed for relaxation
Premier Penthouse
Suite

Premier Penthouse

PP

Size: 43 sq. m. (463 sq. ft.) to 69 sq. m. (743 sq. ft.) Capacity: 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child under 18 years old (baby cot, double sofa bed or roll-away bed). Premier Penthouses offer a luxurious, spacious retreat where curated materials and attention to detail have created an environment in which every element has been consciously designed to optimize the natural light and sea views.

  • Oversized floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the sea
  • Spacious lounge area
  • Dining table for 4 guests
  • Some suites feature a spacious workspace area
  • Private refrigerated mini-bar
  • 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
  • Spacious ocean-front terrace with a dining area
  • Comfortable daybed for relaxation
Grand Penthouse
Suite

Grand Penthouse

GP

Size: 43 sq. m. (463 sq. ft.) to 69 sq. m. (743 sq. ft.) Capacity: 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children under 18 years old (baby cot or double sofa bed). Grand Penthouses offer a luxurious, spacious retreat where curated materials and attention to detail have created an environment in which every element has been consciously designed to optimize the natural light and sea views.

  • Oversized floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the sea
  • Spacious lounge area
  • Dining table for 4 guests
  • Some suites feature a spacious workspace area
  • Private refrigerated mini-bar
  • 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
  • Spacious ocean-front terrace with a dining area
  • Comfortable daybed for relaxation
Grand Penthouse with Whirlpool
Suite

Grand Penthouse with Whirlpool

GPJ

Size: 43 sq. m. (463 sq. ft.) to 69 sq. m. (743 sq. ft.) Capacity: 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children under 18 years old (baby cot or double sofa bed). All the space and flexibility of the Grand Penthouses, with the addition of a private whirlpool set on an even more spacious terrace.

  • Oversized floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the sea
  • Spacious lounge area
  • Dining table for 4 guests
  • Some suites feature a spacious workspace area
  • Private refrigerated mini-bar
  • 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
  • Spacious ocean-front terrace with a dining area
  • Comfortable daybed for relaxation
Cove Residence
Suite

Cove Residence

CO1

Size: 70 sq. m. (753 sq. ft.) to 149 sq. m. (1,604 sq. ft.) Capacity: 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children under 18 years old (baby cot or double sofa bed). For a true sense of being at home at sea, experience the sweeping decks and effortlessly elegant spaces of the Ocean Residences. Exquisitely appointed Ocean Residences are perfectly positioned at the aft or forward part of the ship, offering generous spaces.

  • Oversized floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the sea
  • Separate living dining and sleeping areas
  • Spacious lounge areas
  • Dining table for 4 guests
  • A spacious work desk area
  • Private refrigerated mini-bar
  • 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
  • Spacious ocean-front terrace with a private outdoor whirlpool, a dining table, and a sun lounger
Cove Residence with Private Whirlpool
Suite

Cove Residence with Private Whirlpool

COJ

Size: 70 sq. m. (753 sq. ft.) to 149 sq. m. (1,604 sq. ft.) Capacity: 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children under 18 years old (baby cot or double sofa bed). For a true sense of being at home at sea, experience the sweeping decks and effortlessly elegant spaces of the Ocean Residences. Exquisitely appointed Ocean Residences are perfectly positioned at the aft or forward part of the ship, offering generous spaces.

  • Oversized floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the sea
  • Separate living dining and sleeping areas
  • Spacious lounge areas
  • Dining table for 4 guests
  • A spacious work desk area
  • Private refrigerated mini-bar
  • 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
  • Spacious ocean-front terrace with a private outdoor whirlpool, a dining table, and a sun lounger
Retreat Residence
Suite

Retreat Residence

RR

Size: 70 sq. m. (753 sq. ft.) to 149 sq. m. (1,604 sq. ft.) Capacity: 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children under 18 years old (baby cot or double sofa bed). For a true sense of being at home at sea, experience the sweeping decks and effortlessly elegant spaces of the Ocean Residences. Exquisitely appointed Ocean Residences are perfectly positioned at the aft or forward part of the ship, offering generous spaces.

  • Oversized floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the sea
  • Separate living dining and sleeping areas
  • Spacious lounge areas
  • Dining table for 4 guests
  • Spacious work desk area
  • Private refrigerated mini-bar
  • 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
  • Spacious ocean-front terrace with private outdoor whirlpool and a dining area
Serenity Residence
Suite

Serenity Residence

SR

Size: 70 sq. m. (753 sq. ft.) to 149 sq. m. (1,604 sq. ft.) Capacity: 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children under 18 years old (baby cot or double sofa bed). For a true sense of being at home at sea, experience the sweeping decks and effortlessly elegant spaces of the Ocean Residences. Exquisitely appointed Ocean Residences are perfectly positioned at the aft or forward part of the ship, offering generous spaces.

  • Oversized floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the sea
  • Separate living dining and sleeping areas
  • Spacious lounge areas
  • Dining table for 4 guests
  • Spacious work desk area
  • Private refrigerated mini-bar
  • 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
  • Panoramic ocean-front terrace with private outdoor whirlpool, a dining table and a day bed and sun loungers
Cocoon Residence
Suite

Cocoon Residence

CR

Size: 70 sq. m. (753 sq. ft.) to 149 sq. m. (1,604 sq. ft.) Capacity: 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children under 18 years old (baby cot or double sofa bed). For a true sense of being at home at sea, experience the sweeping decks and effortlessly elegant spaces of the Ocean Residences. Exquisitely appointed Ocean Residences are perfectly positioned at the aft or forward part of the ship, offering generous spaces.

  • Oversized windows with views of the sea
  • Separate living dining and sleeping areas
  • Spacious lounge areas
  • Dining table for 4 guests
  • Spacious work desk area
  • Private refrigerated mini-bar
  • 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
  • Panoramic ocean-front terrace with private outdoor whirlpool, a dining table, a scenic lounge area and sun loungers
Owner's Residence
Suite

Owner's Residence

OR1

Size: 155 sq. m. (1,668 sq. ft.) Terrace area: 125 sq. m. (1,345 sq. ft.) Capacity: 2 adults and 1 infant under 2 years old (in a baby cot). The Iconic Owner's residence suite creates the largest living space on board, with multiple harmonious spaces in which to relax, entertain and unwind.

  • Oversized floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the sea
  • Separate living dining and sleeping areas
  • Spacious lounge areas
  • Dining table for 8 guests
  • Spacious work desk area
  • Private bar
  • 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
  • Panoramic ocean-front terrace covering the width of the full ship, with a private spacious outdoor whirlpool, day beds, a scenic lounge area, and a shower.
Owner's Residence
Suite

Owner's Residence

OR2

Size: 155 sq. m. (1,668 sq. ft.) Terrace area: 125 sq. m. (1,345 sq. ft.) Capacity: 2 adults and 1 infant under 2 years old (in a baby cot). The Iconic Owner's residence suite creates the largest living space on board, with multiple harmonious spaces in which to relax, entertain and unwind.

  • Oversized floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the sea
  • Separate living dining and sleeping areas
  • Spacious lounge areas
  • Dining table for 8 guests
  • Spacious work desk area
  • Private bar
  • 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
  • Panoramic ocean-front terrace covering the width of the full ship, with a private spacious outdoor whirlpool, day beds, a scenic lounge area, and a shower.
Ship Class Explora Class
Maiden Voyage August, 2028
Number of Decks 11
Number of Suites 457
Dining / Restaurants 7
Bars / Lounges 12
Number of Pools 5
Whirlpool Yes
Spa Yes
Fitness Center Yes
Wheelchair Accessible Yes

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