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A Journey through Nordic Discoveries & Geothermal Wonders Cruise

  • Departure DateWed 9th Sep 2026
  • Explora Journeys EXPLORA III
  • 8 Night Cruise From Southampton
  • Cruise Only From £5,169 pp

Itinerary

  • Southampton
  • Belfast
  • Stornoway (Isle of Lewis), United Kingdom
  • Seydhisfjordur
  • Akureyri
  • Reykjavik, Iceland

What's Included

  • Includes Savings of up to 30%
  • Ask About FREE 1 Category Suite Upgrade
  • Unlimited Fine Beverages
  • Choice of 8 Culinary Experiences
  • All on board gratuities
  • High-speed WiFi
  • In-suite welcome bottle of champagne & sweet treats
  • Unlimited beverages, fine wines and premium spirits, speciality coffees, teas & soft drinks
  • Sophisticated, varied culinary experiences across 18 venues
  • 24-hour in-suite dining
  • Welcome champagne & in-suite mini bar
  • Elegant, comfortable accommodation with unrivalled space & privacy
  • High-speed, unlimited WiFi throughout the ship
  • Access to the Spa Thermal Area
  • Gratuities
  • 24-hour Private butler services & additional amenities for Ocean Residence Guests including: Packing & unpacking to guests’ preferences, pressing & laundering assistance, private in-suite dining, personal communication through Explora app, itinerary, transport & celebrations planning & onboard & ashore reservations assistance

Prices from pp

TypeSuite
Sail From UK
£5,169

Includes extra savings of up to £272pp
Sailing from the UK - cruise based on sailing from Southampton, call to discuss transportation options.
Voyage Code: EL20260909SOUREY

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Day 1 - Southampton

Arrive: Wed 09 September 2026 / Depart: Wed 09 September 2026 at 17:00

Sail into this vibrant quay with enough shops and entertainment to form its own village. Modern and lively, this coastal town bustles with waterfront restaurants, heritage charm, bars, cinemas and offers great access to other spots in the South of England. Sit back and drift through heavenly countryside to ancient Stonehenge, see if the King is at home in Windsor, learn secrets from the Bombay Sapphire gin distillery or slip up to London for some rich British culture. Then enjoy a cup of tea as you reflect on formal traditions, perfect your cockney accent and recall England’s green and pleasant lands.

Day 2 - At Sea

Day 3 - Belfast

Arrive: Fri 11 September 2026 at 08:00 / Depart: Fri 11 September 2026 at 18:00

Day 4 - Stornoway (Isle of Lewis), United Kingdom

Arrive: Sat 12 September 2026 at 10:00 / Depart: Sat 12 September 2026 at 18:00

Head to a far-off land in the Outer Hebrides, where unique culture awaits you at one of Britain’s best kept secrets. Spot seals and whales from breathtaking beaches and dramatic headlands that fringe miles of peat-covered moorland. Visit Lews Castle, the prehistoric Standing Stones at Callandish, learn the art of weaving or crofting and enjoy peat-smoked scallops or battered fish and chips. And as you admire your new hand-woven Harris tweed jacket, bid farewell to authentic Gaelic values, and the fabulously iconic long-haired cattle.

Day 5 - At Sea

Day 6 - Seydhisfjordur

Arrive: Mon 14 September 2026 at 09:00 / Depart: Mon 14 September 2026 at 17:00

Day 7 - Akureyri

Arrive: Tue 15 September 2026 at 08:00 / Depart: Tue 15 September 2026 at 18:00

Quiet and unassuming, this charming town offers an abundance of authentic experiences. Located along one of the region’s largest fjords, discover museums, galleries, the northernmost botanical garden and nearly- northernmost golf course. Take to the skies for the ultimate view or watch the scenery unfold as you raft down a glacial canyon. Sink into a beer bath, ride Icelandic horses or visit the waterfall of Gods. Something of a bathing mecca, refresh in the town’s geothermal swimming pool, soak up hot spring minerals within My’vatn Nature Baths and encounter incredible views as you let the warm sea work miracles at the restorative GeoSea baths. Wellbeing personified.

Day 8 - Reykjavik, Iceland

Arrive: Wed 16 September 2026 at 15:00

Feel the magnetic lure of adventure at the world’s northernmost capital. Mystical landscapes promise dramatic snow-capped volcanoes, ice fields and mountains for thrilling quests; explore by helicopter, ride Icelandic horses, zip through lava tunnels on super trucks and rocket across glaciers on snow scooters. Then slow down to visit a geothermal-fired bakery and greenhouse, soak in wellbeing springs, the blue lagoon or refresh at the nearby face mask bar. And as the nightlife beckons under the sun that barely sets, drink black death schnapps as a poetic reminder of Reykjavik’s exhilarating activities.

Day 9 - Reykjavik, Iceland

Depart: Thu 17 September 2026

Feel the magnetic lure of adventure at the world’s northernmost capital. Mystical landscapes promise dramatic snow-capped volcanoes, ice fields and mountains for thrilling quests; explore by helicopter, ride Icelandic horses, zip through lava tunnels on super trucks and rocket across glaciers on snow scooters. Then slow down to visit a geothermal-fired bakery and greenhouse, soak in wellbeing springs, the blue lagoon or refresh at the nearby face mask bar. And as the nightlife beckons under the sun that barely sets, drink black death schnapps as a poetic reminder of Reykjavik’s exhilarating activities.

EXPLORA III From Explora Journeys

EXPLORA III is the first LNG-powered ship in our fleet, underscoring our commitment to decarbonising marine operations. This innovation has the potential to reduce well-to-wake greenhouse gas emission by over 80%, significantly lowering our environmental impact. A sanctuary of unparalleled comfort and space, EXPLORA III embodies effortless elegance, evoking the feeling of being aboard a private yacht

Ship Cabins

Cove Residence with Whirpool

For a true sense of being at home at sea, experience the effortlessly elegant spaces of the Cove Residences featuring a stylishly decorated living area, a calm work space, a comfortable dining area for four, as well as a separate bedroom with sea views and a spacious walk-in wardrobe with a seated vanity area. Sofas and chairs are by Molteni & C and the sophisticated lighting solutions are designed by Astep. The private sun terrace allows guests to unwind and savour the ocean featuring a private outdoor whirlpool, a dining table and sun loungers. Each Cove Residence includes butler services provided by our Residence Hosts, a private refrigerated mini bar – replenished according to the guests’ preferences, espresso machine, kettle and tea pot with a complimentary selection of coffee and teas. Features Private butler services by our Residence Hosts Oversized floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the sea Separate living, dining and sleeping areas Spacious lounge area Dining table for 4 guests Spacious work desk area In-suite welcome bottle of champagne Private refrigerated minibar, replenished according to the guests’ preferences from a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages Espresso machine, kettle and tea pot with a complimentary selection of coffee and teas Complimentary personal refillable water bottle for each guest 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 Outdoors Spacious oceanfront terrace with private outdoor whirlpool, a dining table and sun loungers or a daybed
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