--- type: cruise schema_type: TouristTrip id: 5826fbf1-c9f0-467b-82eb-b43c32d98aad slug: 2262355 voyage_code: EA20271204CVVIST cruise_line: Explora Journeys ship: EXPLORA V departure_date: return_date: nights: 7 embarkation_port: Civitavecchia (Rome) disembarkation_port: Istanbul, Turkey starting_price_usd: 4735.0 bookable: false last_updated: 2026-07-07T19:07:57Z --- # A Journey through Italy's Timeless Wonders to Istanbul's Vibrant Soul > Explora Journeys · EXPLORA V · Dec 4 – 11, 2027   (7 nights) ## Quick Facts | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | **Cruise Line** | Explora Journeys | | **Ship** | EXPLORA V | | **Duration** | 7 nights | | **Departure Date** | N/A | | **Return Date** | N/A | | **Embarkation Port** | Civitavecchia (Rome) | | **Disembarkation Port** | Istanbul, Turkey | | **Starting Price** | 4,735 USD per person | | **Voyage Code** | EA20271204CVVIST | ## Itinerary ### Day 1: Civitavecchia (Rome) **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 08:00 PM There’s more to Rome than its ancient architecture. The Eternal City is home to a seemingly endless array of hidden gems. The artistic-minded can enjoy fashion aristocracy, street art, vespa jaunts to The Appian Way and toss coins into fountains. Or you can stroll by appointment to Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel and the Pope’s private quarters at the Vatican. Explore the historic ruins of The Colosseum, Caravaggio churches, the Spanish Steps and The Pantheon. Learn how to make pasta the true Ital... ### Day 2: Port of Naples **Arrives:** 09:00 AM · **Departs:** 07:00 PM ### Day 3: Messina **Arrives:** 09:00 AM · **Departs:** 07:00 PM ### Day 4: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 5: Piraeus **Arrives:** 09:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM ### Day 6: Volos **Arrives:** 09:00 AM · **Departs:** 07:00 PM Volos deals a perfect blend of architectural gems, scented archaic landscapes and beach-fringed salty bays. Discover treasures in the mythical home of Jason and the Argonauts before bearing off to Pelion, homeland of the mythical Centaurs. Zig zag through a network of old cobbled donkey tracks linking villages and wander a botanist’s dream of eucalyptus, fruit trees and thyme-scented woodland. Dip in blissfully quiet Pagasitic waters, bring history to life on gorge and bridge crossing Moutzouris... ### Day 7: Istanbul, Turkey **Arrives:** 07:00 PM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Embark on a European and Asian adventure packed with a wealth of charm and cultural diversity. Roam the ‘blue’ mosque of Sultan Ahmet, the Grand Bazaar, opulent Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia or sink into a serene Turkish Bath experience. Embrace the city’s vine-shaded homely district where ladies shop for butter-soaked baklava and freshly picked olives. Explore further to haggle for gold jewellery, linen and oriental antiques. Dine in the atmospheric old city or take a ferry to Asia for street-se... ### Day 8: Istanbul, Turkey **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Embark on a European and Asian adventure packed with a wealth of charm and cultural diversity. Roam the ‘blue’ mosque of Sultan Ahmet, the Grand Bazaar, opulent Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia or sink into a serene Turkish Bath experience. Embrace the city’s vine-shaded homely district where ladies shop for butter-soaked baklava and freshly picked olives. Explore further to haggle for gold jewellery, linen and oriental antiques. Dine in the atmospheric old city or take a ferry to Asia for street-se... ## Pricing Prices shown are per person based on double occupancy in USD. | Cabin Type | Starting Price | |------------|----------------| | Suite | $4,735 | ## Ship Information ### EXPLORA V Every moment aboard EXPLORA V is designed to awaken a sense of space and ease, with an intimate atmosphere and a seamless connection to the ocean. Every moment aboard EXPLORA V is designed to awaken a sense of space and ease, with an intimate atmosphere and a seamless connection to the ocean. Explore ... #### Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Passenger Capacity | 0 | | Crew | 0 | | Gross Tonnage | 0.0 | | Length | 0.0 ft | | Total Cabins | 461 | ## Ports of Call ### Civitavecchia (Rome) *Coordinates: 42.1062, 11.7757* There’s more to Rome than its ancient architecture. The Eternal City is home to a seemingly endless array of hidden gems. The artistic-minded can enjoy fashion aristocracy, street art, vespa jaunts to The Appian Way and toss coins into fountains. Or you can stroll by appointment to Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel and the Pope’s private quarters at the Vatican. Explore the historic ruins of The Colos... ### Port of Naples *Coordinates: 40.84, 14.2529* ### Messina *Coordinates: 38.1922, 15.5567* ### Piraeus *Coordinates: 37.9792, 23.7166* ### Volos *Coordinates: 39.3646, 22.9332* Volos deals a perfect blend of architectural gems, scented archaic landscapes and beach-fringed salty bays. Discover treasures in the mythical home of Jason and the Argonauts before bearing off to Pelion, homeland of the mythical Centaurs. Zig zag through a network of old cobbled donkey tracks linking villages and wander a botanist’s dream of eucalyptus, fruit trees and thyme-scented woodland. Dip... ### Istanbul, Turkey *Coordinates: 41.0124, 28.9759* Embark on a European and Asian adventure packed with a wealth of charm and cultural diversity. Roam the ‘blue’ mosque of Sultan Ahmet, the Grand Bazaar, opulent Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia or sink into a serene Turkish Bath experience. Embrace the city’s vine-shaded homely district where ladies shop for butter-soaked baklava and freshly picked olives. Explore further to haggle for gold jewellery,... ## Booking Information - **Book This Cruise:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2262355 - **Compare Prices:** CruisePirate compares prices across multiple booking channels - **Price Alerts:** Set up alerts for price drops on this sailing - **Support:** Contact our AI-powered cruise assistant for personalized recommendations ### Why Book with CruisePirate? - Real-time price comparison across booking channels - AI-powered cruise recommendations - Transparent pricing with no hidden fees - Expert cruise search and filtering --- ## Technical Metadata - **Canonical URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2262355 - **Markdown URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2262355.md - **API Endpoint:** https://cruisepirate.ai/api/cruises/2262355/ - **Primary Image:** https://images.cruisepirate.ai/v3/static/cruise-lines/explora-journeys/explora-v/other/1c7c3a68.webp - **Data Source:** CruisePirate Cruise Database - **Last Updated:** 2026-07-07 19:07:57 UTC