EXPLORA IV
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The Explora IV is the latest luxury cruise ship from Explora Journeys, designed to deliver a sophisticated and relaxed experience inspired by the elegance of a private yacht. Scheduled to enter service in 2027, the ship is the fourth vessel in the Explora Journeys fleet and represents the brand’s next generation of luxury ocean travel. Combining contemporary European design, spacious accommodation and personalised service, Explora IV has been created as an elegant home at sea for travellers seeking comfort, exclusivity and unforgettable experiences.
As an LNG-powered addition to the Explora Journeys fleet, the Explora 4 cruise ship reflects the brand’s commitment to supporting more sustainable approaches to modern cruising. The ship incorporates innovative technology designed to help reduce environmental impact while maintaining the high standards of luxury, service and comfort expected from a premium ocean experience.
Featuring spacious ocean-facing suites, exceptional culinary venues, wellness facilities and beautifully designed social spaces, Explora IV offers an intimate atmosphere with plenty of room to relax and unwind. From enjoying panoramic sea views on expansive outdoor decks to discovering world-class dining and entertainment options, every detail of the ship has been thoughtfully designed to create a refined and memorable voyage.
Dining and Restaurants on Explora IV
Dining aboard Explora IV is designed around variety, quality and memorable culinary experiences. The ship’s restaurants offer guests the opportunity to explore global flavours through carefully crafted menus, fresh ingredients and destination-inspired cuisine.
From elegant evening dining to relaxed meals with ocean views, every venue reflects Explora Journeys’ approach to unhurried luxury. Guests can enjoy a choice of culinary experiences throughout their journey, with a focus on exceptional service, premium ingredients and a welcoming atmosphere.
The dining experience on the Explora 4 cruise ship is designed without the restrictions of traditional cruise schedules, allowing guests the freedom to choose when and where they dine while enjoying a more personalised approach to luxury travel.
Stylish Cabins and Staterooms Designed for Comfort
The cabins and staterooms on Explora IV are designed to feel more like private residences than traditional cruise accommodation. Spacious ocean-facing suites combine contemporary interiors with thoughtful details, creating a peaceful retreat where guests can relax and enjoy uninterrupted views of the sea.
Inspired by modern European living, the ship’s accommodation focuses on space, comfort and privacy. Guests can expect elegant furnishings, premium amenities and carefully considered layouts designed for longer stays onboard.
For travellers seeking a more exclusive cruising experience, the Explora 4 cruise ship offers a calm and sophisticated environment where every suite is designed to enhance the feeling of having a private home at sea.
Entertainment, Experiences and Exclusive Explora IV Deals
Entertainment on Explora IV is designed around discovery, relaxation and meaningful experiences. Rather than traditional cruise entertainment alone, the ship offers a curated selection of activities, cultural experiences, wellness opportunities and spaces for guests to connect, socialise and enjoy their surroundings.
The ship’s beautifully designed public areas and outdoor spaces provide the perfect setting for relaxation, whether enjoying ocean views, taking part in enriching activities or simply unwinding in a luxurious environment.
Travellers planning their next luxury cruise can look out for Explora IV deals to discover special offers and opportunities to experience this innovative new ship. Early booking may provide access to a wider selection of suites, itineraries and exclusive cruise packages.
With its combination of yacht-inspired elegance, sustainable innovation, spacious suites and exceptional onboard experiences, Explora IV introduces a new approach to luxury cruising. Offering a refined way to explore the world, this remarkable ship is designed for travellers who value comfort, discovery and personalised service at sea.
EXPLORA IV Ship Facts
EXPLORA IV will launch in 2027
The gross tonnage is 72810
The width of EXPLORA IV is 32 meters
The maximum speed of the ship is 18 knots per hour
The length of EXPLORA IV is 268 meters
The currency taken on EXPLORA IV is EUR
EXPLORA IV has 640 cabin crew members
The ship has 11 decks
EXPLORA IV has 463 cabins on board
It also has wheelchair cabins on board
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Explore EXPLORA IV
Anthology
A Gastronomic Discovery
Taking guests on a unique culinary journey through Italy.
Refined Italian Cuisine
As our signature fine-dining experience, Anthology elevates Italian cuisine, offering an unparalleled gastronomic adventure.
On the menu, created by our esteemed Head of Culinary, Franck Garanger, each dish is a celebration of Italy’s finest regional ingredients and flavours.
Contemporary, Refined Elegance
With the opportunity to dine outdoors, Anthology offers an intimate yet elevated dining atmosphere with flawless, attentive service.
- Indoor seating: 48
- Outdoor seating: 22
- Open for dinner
- Reservations recommended
- An Exclusive Experience Fee Applies
- Located on Deck 5
Destination Experiences
Inspiring authentic discovery across culture, history, and cuisine.
Intimate Explorations
Intimate, smaller groups with like-minded guests, for authentic exploration – with opportunities to understand the culture and connect with locals.
Explore with Peace of Mind
Seamless experiences with everything taken care of, no hidden fees, fully insured partners, transportation arrangements and flexibility in case of change of plans.
Authentic Immersions
Enriching opportunities to explore behind-the-scenes in unique locations. Crafted experiences curated in collaboration with expert partners and ambassadors.
Destination Experiences Categories
Private Arrangements
We are pleased to curate your requests for customised arrangements that can be as off-the-beaten-path or utterly indulgent as you wish.
Whether yours is an intimate group or a larger gathering of family and friends, we can help you adapt a featured destination experience or tailor an arrangement that delivers exactly what and where you prefer.
Destination Essentials
Our Destination Essentials offer immersive experiences, with hidden wonders and little surprises.
Your experiences will feature:
- Must-do experiences
- Discovering local highlights through a different lens
- Expert guides and hosts to enhance your discovery
- Culinary tastings through local flavours and traditions
- Full immersions into cultures and customs
- Close-up encounters with the natural world
Curated Explorations
Our Curated Explorations offer unmatched experiences and moments that are off-limits to most.
Your experiences will feature:
- Small, intimate groups
- Tailored, boutique adventures
- Behind-the-scenes experiences
- Guided by locals for more enriching discovery
- Deeper insights into cultures and traditions
- Premium culinary and beverage experiences
- VIP access to landmark sites and special events
Overland Immersions
Our Overland Immersions are all-inclusive and available to small groups during your Journey.
What to expect:
- Luxury transportation such as private jet, helicopters, vehicles, boats or other means
- Accommodation in 5-star or boutique hotels
- Culinary experiences, including all meals, beverages, and selected spirits
- VIP access to landmark sites and special events
- Exclusive evening experiences
- Meticulously vetted hosts to coordinate all logistics
- Luxury transfers and luggage handling
Casino
Explore the intimate, elegant space of The Casino and its diverse gaming offerings: from thrilling poker and blackjack tables to the excitement of American roulette, baccarat elegance, and the chance to hit it big with progressive slot machines.
Ocean Wellness Spa
A calming space designed to reconnect guests to themselves – influenced at every level by the calming presence of the ocean.
The spa is where the pressures of daily life dissipate to insignificance amidst a sensory journey to the Ocean State of Mind.
Features & Services
- Spa
- Wellness area with thermal facilities
- Signature Ocean Wellness rituals
- Facial treatments
- Body treatments
- Specialised Medi Luxe Treatments by Dr Levy Switzerland
- Ashore wellness Destination Experiences
- In-suite treatments
*Spa treatments, including massages and facials, require a minimum age of 12 years, with parental supervision. Access to our Wellness area and thermal facilities is reserved for guests aged 16 years and above.
Eleven Dedicated Treatment Rooms
- Two Private Spa Suites with a dedicated outdoor relaxation area
- One Double treatment room
- Seven single treatment rooms
- One single treatment room for specialised skin treatments
- Outdoor relaxation area
*Spa treatments cannot be booked until 90 days prior to embarkation.
The Spa Facilities:
- Steam Room - A regenerating oasis of psycho-physical wellbeing. Air, steam, and scented fragrances combine and gently rest on the skin, making natural exfoliation easier and increasing perspiration.
- Experience Shower - A multi-sensory journey, the warm shower is complete with fragrances and soft colour lights, offering moments of utmost pleasure – either at the beginning or at the end of the day.
- Hydrotherapy Pool - This warm therapeutic pool is designed to promote healing, relaxation and physical rehabilitation. Heated to a soothing temperature, gentle currents and jets work to ease muscle tension, improve circulation, and support joint mobility.
- Finnish Sauna - A deeply purifying experience using dry heat, to help you unwind and reduce stress levels while also opening the airways, relaxing the muscles, and oxygenating tissues.
- Salt Cave - In an inviting cavern with walls covered in Himalayan salt bricks, the air is infused with microscopic salt particles and negative ions. As you inhale the mineral-rich air, respiratory health is enhanced and a sense of overall relaxation ensues.
- Steam Shower - A shower that combines the relaxing heat of the steam and the regenerating freshness of water. (* Available within private Spa suites)
- Ice Fall - The Ice Fall regenerates the body after intense heat exposure in the Finnish Sauna or Steam Room.
- Heated Marble Loungers - A restful place to relax, equipped with an infrared system that radiates the heat to ease muscle stiffness and create on overall feeling of comfort and warmth.
- Outdoor Relaxation Area - A tranquil open-air relaxation deck with infinite ocean views, perfect for reflection before or after a treatment.
Nautilus Club
A space dedicated to our younger guests
Our team of expert hosts ensure the entertainment and enrichment of children aged six to 17 years old. Children aged three to five years are also welcome at specific intervals for age-appropriate activities, if accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Open every day from 9:00 until midnight, the Nautilus Club offers the latest generation of video games and VR consoles, such as PlayStation 5 and PlayStation VR2, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, iPads and Oculus Pro.
Children can also try their hand at foosbal, pool (at a table designed and crafted in Italy by MBM Biliardi), or listen to their favourite music at our jukebox tablet connected to streaming platforms such as Spotify and Apple. We also offer a large collection of board games and a digital library with a wide range of books across a multitude of languages.
Nautilus Club on EXPLORA III and EXPLORA IV
The Nautilus Club on EXPLORA III & EXPLORA IV has been thoughtfully enhanced with dedicated spaces designed for children and teens, creating 2 distinct spaces:
Nautilus Club - Juniors: Tailored for children aged 3 to 5 years old, this area will also include six hours per day baby care services. For children under 3 years old, parents can enjoy baby time together, or take advantage of supervised care without parents.
Nautilus Club - Teens: A reserved club for younger guests aged 6 to 17 years old, this space offers activities and experiences designed to inspire and entertain older children and teenagers.
Other Nautilus Club Activities
The space also offers sports sessions, technology tournaments, painting, arts and crafts, and games throughout the ship. Our Nautilus Club hosts are certified according to CLIA (Cruise Lines International Association) policies and standards on youth activities, making sure that children and teens are looked after as and when needed. All younger guests can also enjoy reserved periods at the Sports Court, one of the heated pools, as well as other locations around the ship.
Deck 14
- Sports Court
- Whirlpool
- Sky Bar on 14
- Ocean Wellness Open Air Fitness
Deck 12
- Helios Pool & Bar (Adults Only)
- Running Track
- Infinity Whirlpools
Deck 11
- Explora Lounge Outdoor Area
- Explora Lounge
- Malt Whiskey Bar
- Casino
- Nautilus Club Teens
- Nautilus Club Juniors
- Outdoor Cigar Lounge
- The Conservatory Pool
- Indoor Whirlpools
- Gelateria & Crêperie
- The Conservatory Bar
- Emporium Marketplace Restaurant
- Emporium Marketplace Outdoor Seating Area
Deck 10
- Atoll Pool & Bar
- Grand Penthouse
- Cove Residence with Private Whirlpool
- Premier Penthouse
- Ocean Terrace Suite
- Bridge
Deck 9
- Retreat Residence
- Cove Residence with Private Whirlpool
- Cove Residence
- Grand Penthouse
- Premier Penthouse
- Deluxe Penthouse
- Ocean Terrace Suite
- Penthouse
- Serenity Residence
Deck 8
- Owner's Residence
- Retreat Residence
- Ocean Terrace Suite
- Cove Residence with Private Whirlpool
- Deluxe Penthouse
- Penthouse
- Premier Penthouse
- Grand Penthouse
Deck 7
- Retreat Residence
- Ocean Grand Terrace Suite
- Ocean Terrace Suite
- Grand Penthouse
- Cove Residence
- Penthouse
- Owner's Residence
Deck 6
- Ocean Grand Terrace Suite
- Ocean Terrace Suite
- Premier Penthouse
- Grand Penthouse
- Cocoon Residence Penthouse
- Cove Residence With Whirlpool
Deck 5
- Astern Pool & Bar
- Sakura Restaurant
- Astern Lounge
- Galleria D'Arte
- MSC Foundation
- Marble & Co. Grill Restaurant
- Anthology Restaurant
- Crema Café
- Chef's Kitchen
- Ocean Wellness
- Fitness Centre
- The Spa
Deck 4
- Journeys Lounge
- Meeting Rooms
- Guest Services
- Destination Experiences
- Future Journeys
- Shops
- Lobby & Lobby Bar
- Med Yacht Club Restaurant
- Fil Rouge Restaurant
Deck 3
- Medical Centre
EXPLORA IV Cabins & Suites
