--- type: cruise schema_type: TouristTrip id: 1da93027-2d62-4f12-9ca3-4a96cf701e16 slug: 2262356 voyage_code: EA20271212ISTCVV cruise_line: Explora Journeys ship: EXPLORA V departure_date: return_date: nights: 7 embarkation_port: Istanbul, Turkey disembarkation_port: Civitavecchia (Rome) starting_price_usd: 4735.0 bookable: false last_updated: 2026-07-07T17:51:14Z --- # A Journey through Istanbul's Cosmopolitan Vibrancy to Rome's Timeless Wonders > Explora Journeys · EXPLORA V · Dec 12 – 19, 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** | Istanbul, Turkey | | **Disembarkation Port** | Civitavecchia (Rome) | | **Starting Price** | 4,735 USD per person | | **Voyage Code** | EA20271212ISTCVV | ## Itinerary ### Day 1: Istanbul, Turkey **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 08:00 PM 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 2: Canakkale, Turkey **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM Blend world cultural heritage and archaeological findings with exquisite nature, and you get this small Aegean city packed with prominent treasures. Soak up local culture as you visit Ottoman Empire ceramic museums, fortresses, art and the Suvla wine factory. Step back in time to a classical world of myth and legend amid Troy’s ancient ruins and the immortal battlefields of Gallipoli. Then slow down to discover restful green forests, fresh springs and the wild beauty of Mount Ida. Where green gr... ### Day 3: Kusadasi, Turkey **Arrives:** 09:00 AM · **Departs:** 08:00 PM Walk in Cleopatra’s steps as you journey through fields bursting with cotton, olives and peaches until the hills broaden, to reveal the magnificent Roman ruins of Ephesus. Dedicated to Artemis, visit monuments, shrines, columns and ruins, where Popes pray and pilgrims drink holy water. Immerse yourself totally in this ancient place of worship; wish for good health and meditate in the sacred thermal pools of Pamukkale. Travel out to Orthodox villages combining Turkish-Greek culture and feast on o... ### Day 4: Heraklion **Arrives:** 09:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM Immerse in a capital town that bustles with life, classical culture, steep landscapes and seductive beaches. Visit Rethymnon’s impressive past and visit Chania’s glorious Venetian architecture. Be guided around the Palace of Knossos - a must for minotaur and labyrinth fans. Walk the Venetian walls that mark the medieval city limits to explore the main archaeological museum, the Loggia Building and the Agios Titos church for relics of St Tito. Scale the heights of Mount Ida, hike paths that span ... ### Day 5: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 6: Sitka **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM Lace up your hiking shoes for Sitka won't let you down. A true wilderness of volcanoes, mountain forests, islands and glaciers. Fishing is famous; whale and wildlife sightings epic; stories of battles between Russian fur traders and Tlingit are legendary. Thrills that go beyond: flight-seeing Mount Edgecumbe; kayak Sitka Sound; hike former WWII installations; step inside the Fortress of Bears; and find peace in the blue-domed St. Michael’s Cathedral. ### Day 7: Port of Naples **Arrives:** 09:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM ### Day 8: Civitavecchia (Rome) **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM 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... ## 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 ### 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,... ### Canakkale, Turkey *Coordinates: 40.0999, 26.3928* Blend world cultural heritage and archaeological findings with exquisite nature, and you get this small Aegean city packed with prominent treasures. Soak up local culture as you visit Ottoman Empire ceramic museums, fortresses, art and the Suvla wine factory. Step back in time to a classical world of myth and legend amid Troy’s ancient ruins and the immortal battlefields of Gallipoli. Then slow do... ### Kusadasi, Turkey *Coordinates: 37.8587, 27.2594* Walk in Cleopatra’s steps as you journey through fields bursting with cotton, olives and peaches until the hills broaden, to reveal the magnificent Roman ruins of Ephesus. Dedicated to Artemis, visit monuments, shrines, columns and ruins, where Popes pray and pilgrims drink holy water. Immerse yourself totally in this ancient place of worship; wish for good health and meditate in the sacred therma... ### Heraklion *Coordinates: 35.2831, 25.1296* Immerse in a capital town that bustles with life, classical culture, steep landscapes and seductive beaches. Visit Rethymnon’s impressive past and visit Chania’s glorious Venetian architecture. Be guided around the Palace of Knossos - a must for minotaur and labyrinth fans. Walk the Venetian walls that mark the medieval city limits to explore the main archaeological museum, the Loggia Building and... ### Sitka *Coordinates: 57.0507, -135.331* Lace up your hiking shoes for Sitka won't let you down. A true wilderness of volcanoes, mountain forests, islands and glaciers. Fishing is famous; whale and wildlife sightings epic; stories of battles between Russian fur traders and Tlingit are legendary. Thrills that go beyond: flight-seeing Mount Edgecumbe; kayak Sitka Sound; hike former WWII installations; step inside the Fortress of Bears; and... ### Port of Naples *Coordinates: 40.84, 14.2529* ### 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... ## Booking Information - **Book This Cruise:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2262356 - **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/2262356 - **Markdown URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2262356.md - **API Endpoint:** https://cruisepirate.ai/api/cruises/2262356/ - **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 17:51:14 UTC