Explora Journeys Cruises to Middle East

Explora journey view of the grand white marble courtyard and architecture of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in the Middle East.

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Explora Journeys introduces travelers to the Middle East through a refined blend of coastal serenity, desert horizons, and cities shaped by centuries of maritime trade. The region’s atmosphere shifts from shimmering skylines to quiet old towns, inviting slow, meaningful exploration guided by cultural depth and warm hospitality.

Journeys through the Middle East unfold with curated immersion—small‑group discoveries, gentle pacing, and experiences designed to connect guests with heritage, cuisine, and coastal beauty. Seasonal nuances influence both desert encounters and seaside wanderings, making thoughtful itinerary selection essential.

Upcoming Explora Journeys Cruises to Middle East

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A daytime shot of the Agios Nikolaos church in Volos, Greece, with its distinctive brickwork and domes standing in a large, open square.

Up to 40% Off + up to $1,300 Onboard Credit*

4-night A Journey From Aegean Myths To Istanbul’S Allure From Piraeus (Athens), Greece

Aboard

EXPLORA II

From

Piraeus (Athens), Greece

1 Sailing

Mar 25, 2027

1 Sailing

Mar 25, 2027

Published prices from

$3,450

per person*

taxes & fees included

Microlimano harbor in Piraeus, Greece at sunset.

FREE Beverages, Gratuities, Wi-Fi & More*+ 1 more offer

20-night An Extended Journey Through Storied Marble Streets & Ancient Echoes From Piraeus (Athens), Greece

Aboard

EXPLORA II

From

Piraeus (Athens), Greece

1 Sailing

Mar 25, 2027

1 Sailing

Mar 25, 2027

FREE Beverages, Gratuities, Wi-Fi & More*+ 1 more offer

10-night A Journey Of Ancient Rhythms & Timeless Charm From Piraeus (Athens), Greece

Aboard

EXPLORA II

From

Piraeus (Athens), Greece

1 Sailing

Mar 25, 2027

1 Sailing

Mar 25, 2027

A stone lion statue in the foreground with the beautiful city of Perast and the Bay of Kotor in Montenegro in the background, featuring red-roofed buildings and a church steeple by the water.

Up to 40% Off + up to $1,300 Onboard Credit*

6-night A Journey From The Bosphorus To Venice From Istanbul, Turkey

Aboard

EXPLORA II

From

Istanbul, Turkey

1 Sailing

Mar 29, 2027

1 Sailing

Mar 29, 2027

Published prices from

$4,950

per person*

taxes & fees included

FREE Beverages, Gratuities, Wi-Fi & More*+ 1 more offer

10-night A Journey Through Adriatic Gems & Historical Riches From Fusina, Venice, Italy

Aboard

EXPLORA II

From

Fusina, Venice, Italy

1 Sailing

Apr 4, 2027

1 Sailing

Apr 4, 2027

Published prices from

$8,400

per person*

taxes & fees included

A dramatic dusk shot of the historic Bodrum Castle, also known as the Castle of St. Peter, illuminated at night, with its reflection visible in the calm waters of the harbor in Turkey.

FREE Beverages, Gratuities, Wi-Fi & More*+ 1 more offer

19-night An Extended Journey Of Alluring Mediterranean Beauty & Timeless Intrigue From Fusina, Venice, Italy

Aboard

EXPLORA II

From

Fusina, Venice, Italy

1 Sailing

Apr 14, 2027

1 Sailing

Apr 14, 2027

Published prices from

$14,120

per person*

taxes & fees included

FREE Beverages, Gratuities, Wi-Fi & More*+ 1 more offer

10-night A Journey From The Wonders Of The Adriatic To Aegean Legends From Fusina, Venice, Italy

Aboard

EXPLORA II

From

Fusina, Venice, Italy

1 Sailing

Apr 14, 2027

1 Sailing

Apr 14, 2027

Published prices from

$8,500

per person*

taxes & fees included

FREE Beverages, Gratuities, Wi-Fi & More*+ 1 more offer

9-night A Journey From Mythic Shores To Adriatic Jewels From Piraeus (Athens), Greece

Aboard

EXPLORA II

From

Piraeus (Athens), Greece

1 Sailing

Apr 24, 2027

1 Sailing

Apr 24, 2027

Published prices from

$8,400

per person*

taxes & fees included

A nighttime shot of the Naoussa fishing harbor in Paros, Greece, with white buildings and boats docked in the calm water reflecting the lights and the moon.

FREE Beverages, Gratuities, Wi-Fi & More*+ 1 more offer

14-night An Extended Journey From The Shores Of Athens To The Island Of Mykonos From Piraeus (Athens), Greece

Aboard

EXPLORA II

From

Piraeus (Athens), Greece

1 Sailing

May 10, 2027

1 Sailing

May 10, 2027

Published prices from

$11,840

per person*

taxes & fees included

FREE Beverages, Gratuities, Wi-Fi & More*+ 1 more offer

7-night A Journey Through Mythical Isles & Captivating Shores From Piraeus (Athens), Greece

Aboard

EXPLORA II

From

Piraeus (Athens), Greece

3 Sailings

May 10 - Oct 4, 2027

3 Sailings

May 10 - Oct 4, 2027

Published prices from

$7,000

per person*

taxes & fees included

FREE Beverages, Gratuities, Wi-Fi & More*+ 1 more offer

7-night A Journey Of Aegean Allure & Ancient Echoes From Istanbul, Turkey

Aboard

EXPLORA II

From

Istanbul, Turkey

1 Sailing

May 17, 2027

1 Sailing

May 17, 2027

Published prices from

$7,500

per person*

taxes & fees included

Blue Mosque and historic Istanbul skyline with Bosphorus Strait.

FREE Beverages, Gratuities, Wi-Fi & More*+ 1 more offer

7-night A Journey Of Greek Treasures & Soulful Shores From Piraeus (Athens), Greece

Aboard

EXPLORA II

From

Piraeus (Athens), Greece

3 Sailings

Jun 7 - Jul 19, 2027

3 Sailings

Jun 7 - Jul 19, 2027

Published prices from

$6,700

per person*

taxes & fees included

Split, Croatia harbor with Diocletian's Palace at dusk.

FREE Beverages, Gratuities, Wi-Fi & More*+ 1 more offer

14-night An Extended Journey From Venetian Canals To Renaissance Island Marvels From Fusina, Venice, Italy

Aboard

EXPLORA II

From

Fusina, Venice, Italy

1 Sailing

Aug 2, 2027

1 Sailing

Aug 2, 2027

Published prices from

$9,675

per person*

taxes & fees included

A beautiful daytime view of the iconic windmills of Mykonos, Greece, with their white-washed walls and thatched roofs against a vivid blue sky.

FREE Beverages, Gratuities, Wi-Fi & More*+ 1 more offer

14-night An Extended Journey Of Alluring Mediterranean Treasures From Piraeus (Athens), Greece

Aboard

EXPLORA II

From

Piraeus (Athens), Greece

1 Sailing

Aug 9, 2027

1 Sailing

Aug 9, 2027

Published prices from

$9,410

per person*

taxes & fees included

FREE Beverages, Gratuities, Wi-Fi & More*+ 1 more offer

7-night A Journey Of Legendary Sights & Romantic Shores From Piraeus (Athens), Greece

Aboard

EXPLORA II

From

Piraeus (Athens), Greece

1 Sailing

Aug 9, 2027

1 Sailing

Aug 9, 2027

Published prices from

$6,150

per person*

taxes & fees included

Venetian Lagoon view from Fusina in Venice.

FREE Beverages, Gratuities, Wi-Fi & More*+ 1 more offer

14-night A Journey Through Romantic Scenery & Sunlit Isles From Fusina, Venice, Italy

Aboard

EXPLORA II

From

Fusina, Venice, Italy

1 Sailing

Aug 16, 2027

1 Sailing

Aug 16, 2027

Published prices from

$10,320

per person*

taxes & fees included

FREE Beverages, Gratuities, Wi-Fi & More*+ 1 more offer

14-night An Extended Journey From Ancient Greek Spectacles To Volcanic Island Landscapes From Piraeus (Athens), Greece

Aboard

EXPLORA II

From

Piraeus (Athens), Greece

1 Sailing

Aug 23, 2027

1 Sailing

Aug 23, 2027

Published prices from

$10,680

per person*

taxes & fees included

FREE Beverages, Gratuities, Wi-Fi & More*+ 1 more offer

7-night A Journey Of Captivating Beauty & Beloved Isalnds From Piraeus (Athens), Greece

Aboard

EXPLORA II

From

Piraeus (Athens), Greece

1 Sailing

Aug 23, 2027

1 Sailing

Aug 23, 2027

Published prices from

$6,450

per person*

taxes & fees included

A nighttime long-exposure shot of the Venetian fortress of Bourtzi Castle in Nafplion, Greece, lit up against the dark water and mountains, with city lights in the distance.

FREE Beverages, Gratuities, Wi-Fi & More*+ 1 more offer

14-night An Extended Journey Through Sunlit Greek & Turkish Coastal Sights From Piraeus (Athens), Greece

Aboard

EXPLORA II

From

Piraeus (Athens), Greece

1 Sailing

Sep 6, 2027

1 Sailing

Sep 6, 2027

Published prices from

$12,875

per person*

taxes & fees included

A stunning dusk shot of Agios Nikolaos, Crete, with colorful buildings and restaurants lining the tranquil Voulismeni Lake, their lights reflecting on the water.

FREE Beverages, Gratuities, Wi-Fi & More*+ 1 more offer

7-night A Journey Through A Tapestry Of Serenity & Island Delights From Istanbul, Turkey

Aboard

EXPLORA II

From

Istanbul, Turkey

1 Sailing

Sep 13, 2027

1 Sailing

Sep 13, 2027

Published prices from

$8,050

per person*

taxes & fees included

A scenic view of the Acropolis of Lindos ruins perched on a cliffside overlooking the deep blue Mediterranean Sea and a clear sky on the island of Rhodes, Greece.

FREE Beverages, Gratuities, Wi-Fi & More*+ 1 more offer

14-night An Extended Journey Of Greek Isles, Turkish Landmarks & Classic Legends From Piraeus (Athens), Greece

Aboard

EXPLORA II

From

Piraeus (Athens), Greece

1 Sailing

Oct 4, 2027

1 Sailing

Oct 4, 2027

Published prices from

$9,975

per person*

taxes & fees included

A traditional windmill with a pointed roof and wooden blades on a hill overlooking the white buildings of Patmos, Greece, with the historic Monastery of Saint John in the distance.

FREE Beverages, Gratuities, Wi-Fi & More*+ 1 more offer

7-night A Journey Of Ancient Echoes & Island Grace From Istanbul, Turkey

Aboard

EXPLORA II

From

Istanbul, Turkey

1 Sailing

Oct 11, 2027

1 Sailing

Oct 11, 2027

Published prices from

$7,000

per person*

taxes & fees included

FREE Beverages, Gratuities, Wi-Fi & More*+ 1 more offer

9-night A Journey Of Dramatic Shores & Sunlit Beauty From Piraeus (Athens), Greece

Aboard

EXPLORA II

From

Piraeus (Athens), Greece

1 Sailing

Oct 18, 2027

1 Sailing

Oct 18, 2027

Published prices from

$8,650

per person*

taxes & fees included

A vibrant panoramic view of the bustling city of Messina, Sicily, with its colorful buildings and a prominent clock tower nestled at the base of lush green mountains.

FREE Beverages, Gratuities, Wi-Fi & More*+ 1 more offer

7-night A Journey Through Italy's Timeless Wonders To Istanbul's Vibrant Soul From Civitavecchia, Rome, Italy

Aboard

EXPLORA V

From

Civitavecchia, Rome, Italy

1 Sailing

Dec 4, 2027

1 Sailing

Dec 4, 2027

Published prices from

$6,650

per person*

taxes & fees included

A picturesque view of Heraklion, Crete, with the historic Koules Fortress in the foreground, the bustling port, and the city sprawling at the foot of a large, arid mountain range in the background.

FREE Beverages, Gratuities, Wi-Fi & More*+ 1 more offer

7-night A Journey Through Istanbul's Cosmopolitan Vibrancy To Rome's Timeless Wonders From Istanbul, Turkey

Aboard

EXPLORA V

From

Istanbul, Turkey

1 Sailing

Dec 12, 2027

1 Sailing

Dec 12, 2027

Published prices from

$6,650

per person*

taxes & fees included

*Rates and offers are per person, in US Dollars, based on double occupancy, capacity controlled, subject to availability and confirmation, and may change without notice. Government taxes and fees are included. Rates and offers are available for select dates and categories only. Additional restrictions may apply. Call 1-800-377-9383 for full terms and conditions.

Explora Journeys Cruises to Middle East

Upcoming Explora Journeys Cruises to Middle East

4-night A Journey From Aegean Myths To Istanbul’S Allure From Piraeus (Athens), Greece

$3,450

20-night An Extended Journey Through Storied Marble Streets & Ancient Echoes From Piraeus (Athens), Greece

10-night A Journey Of Ancient Rhythms & Timeless Charm From Piraeus (Athens), Greece

6-night A Journey From The Bosphorus To Venice From Istanbul, Turkey

$4,950

10-night A Journey Through Adriatic Gems & Historical Riches From Fusina, Venice, Italy

$8,400

19-night An Extended Journey Of Alluring Mediterranean Beauty & Timeless Intrigue From Fusina, Venice, Italy

$14,120

10-night A Journey From The Wonders Of The Adriatic To Aegean Legends From Fusina, Venice, Italy

$8,500

9-night A Journey From Mythic Shores To Adriatic Jewels From Piraeus (Athens), Greece

$8,400

14-night An Extended Journey From The Shores Of Athens To The Island Of Mykonos From Piraeus (Athens), Greece

$11,840

7-night A Journey Through Mythical Isles & Captivating Shores From Piraeus (Athens), Greece

$7,000

7-night A Journey Of Aegean Allure & Ancient Echoes From Istanbul, Turkey

$7,500

7-night A Journey Of Greek Treasures & Soulful Shores From Piraeus (Athens), Greece

$6,700

14-night An Extended Journey From Venetian Canals To Renaissance Island Marvels From Fusina, Venice, Italy

$9,675

14-night An Extended Journey Of Alluring Mediterranean Treasures From Piraeus (Athens), Greece

$9,410

7-night A Journey Of Legendary Sights & Romantic Shores From Piraeus (Athens), Greece

$6,150

14-night A Journey Through Romantic Scenery & Sunlit Isles From Fusina, Venice, Italy

$10,320

14-night An Extended Journey From Ancient Greek Spectacles To Volcanic Island Landscapes From Piraeus (Athens), Greece

$10,680

7-night A Journey Of Captivating Beauty & Beloved Isalnds From Piraeus (Athens), Greece

$6,450

14-night An Extended Journey Through Sunlit Greek & Turkish Coastal Sights From Piraeus (Athens), Greece

$12,875

7-night A Journey Through A Tapestry Of Serenity & Island Delights From Istanbul, Turkey

$8,050

14-night An Extended Journey Of Greek Isles, Turkish Landmarks & Classic Legends From Piraeus (Athens), Greece

$9,975

7-night A Journey Of Ancient Echoes & Island Grace From Istanbul, Turkey

$7,000

9-night A Journey Of Dramatic Shores & Sunlit Beauty From Piraeus (Athens), Greece

$8,650

7-night A Journey Through Italy's Timeless Wonders To Istanbul's Vibrant Soul From Civitavecchia, Rome, Italy

$6,650

7-night A Journey Through Istanbul's Cosmopolitan Vibrancy To Rome's Timeless Wonders From Istanbul, Turkey

$6,650

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