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Explora III
Explora III is a Explora Journeys cruise ship of the Explora class, in service since 2026. She measures 72,810 gross tons. She sails Caribbean, Northern Europe, Canada and New England, Alaska, Asia itineraries.
About Explora III
Explora III is the third Explora-class ship and the line's first LNG-powered vessel, delivered by Fincantieri in Genoa in July 2026. At 72,810 gross tons she is 19.2 metres longer than her two sisters but carries a similar number of guests, adding a second Owner's Residence designed by Patricia Urquiola, new venues such as The Cellar, The Chef's Table and Shore Club on 11, a combined spa and gym, and a first Chopard boutique on board. She began with a Prelude Journey from Genoa on 24 July 2026, was named in Barcelona, and sailed Northern Europe, Iceland and Greenland before crossing to Canada and New England. She spends winter 2026-27 in the Caribbean between Miami and San Juan, then Alaska in 2027 and Asia in 2027-28.
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Editorial scores, 1 to 5 per metric; the overall is their average, not an average of reader reviews.
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Where she sails
- CaribbeanEastern, Western and Southern Caribbean islands, sailing year-round from Florida, Texas and Puerto Rico
- Northern Europethe Baltic, British Isles and Iceland, May to September
- Canada and New EnglandBoston to Quebec City, at its best in autumn
- Alaskathe Inside Passage and glaciers from Seattle, Vancouver and Seward, May to September
- AsiaJapan, Southeast Asia and China
Quick answers
Which cruise line operates Explora III?
Explora III is operated by Explora Journeys and belongs to its Explora class.
How big is Explora III?
Explora III measures 72,810 gross tons.
When did Explora III enter service?
Explora III entered service in 2026.
Where does Explora III sail?
Explora III sails Caribbean, Northern Europe, Canada and New England, Alaska and Asia itineraries.
Where can I find the deck plans for Explora III?
Explora Journeys publishes the deck plans for Explora III; this page links to Deck plans and Deck plans (PDF).
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