A Journey through Enduring Culture & Island Grace from Istanbul, 20 April 2026
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Departure: 20 Apr 2026
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4 nights
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Day 1-2: Istanbul - Overnight onboard
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Day 5: Athens (Piraeus)
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Cruise Line: Explora Journeys
Ship: Explora I
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All Inclusive
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Eco-Friendly
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Complimentary High-speed Wi-Fi
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Unlimited Fine Beverages
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All On-board Gratuities
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Ultra Luxury
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FREE F&M Valentines Hamper!*
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Sunshine Balcony Sale
What's included?
- A variety of culinary experiences
- Stylish and elegant accommodation
- Complimentary premium beverages, including fine wines, premium spirits, specialty coffees, and more
- Complimentary bottle of wine and spirit upon arrival
- Complimentary in-suite Champagne and sweet treats
- Complimentary Thermal Spa access, including wellness and fitness programmes
- Complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi internet access
- All onboard tips and gratuities included
- Shuttle services from port to city centre (where applicable)
Itinerary
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DayPort
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1-2Cruise departs from Istanbul - Overnight onboard departs at: 4 pm
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3Cesme arrives at: 9 am, departs at: 8 pm
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4Syros arrives at: 9 am, departs at: 8 pm
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5Athens (Piraeus) arrives at: 7 am
Itinerary details & timings may be subject to change.
Ship facilities
Cabins & prices
Suite
Price From: £2,018
pp
Ocean Grand Terrace Suite
- Bespoke king-sized bed
- Comfortable daybed for relaxation
- Complimentary personal refillable water bottle for each guest
- Down duvets and pillows
- Dyson Supersonic TM hairdryer and illuminated make-up/shaving mirror
- Espresso machine, kettle and tea pot with a complimentary selection of coffee and teas
- Extensive pillow selection
- Fine bed linens from Frette
- In-suite welcome bottle of Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label
- Lounge area with coffee/dining table
- Mandala Blue custom bath toiletries and amenities
- Oversized floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the sea
- Pair of binoculars for guests' use during their journey
- Plush bathrobes and bath linens from Frette
- Private refrigerated mini-bar, replenished according to the guests’ preferences
- Safe accommodating most tablets and laptops
- Some suites feature bathtubs
- Spacious bathroom with a walk-in shower and heated floors
- Spacious ocean-front terrace with a dining area
- Spacious walk-in wardrobe with a seated vanity area
- Twin beds
GT
Deck 6, Deck 7
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Ocean Terrace Suite
- Bespoke king-sized bed
- Comfortable daybed for relaxation
- Complimentary personal refillable water bottle for each guest
- Down duvets and pillows
- Dyson Supersonic TM hairdryer and illuminated make-up/shaving mirror
- Espresso machine, kettle and tea pot with a complimentary selection of coffee and teas
- Extensive pillow selection
- Fine bed linens from Frette
- In-suite welcome bottle of Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label
- Lounge area with coffee/dining table
- Mandala Blue custom bath toiletries and amenities
- Oversized floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the sea
- Pair of binoculars for guests' use during their journey
- Plush bathrobes and bath linens from Frette
- Private refrigerated mini-bar, replenished according to the guests’ preferences
- Safe accommodating most tablets and laptops
- Spacious bathroom with a walk-in shower and heated floors
- Spacious ocean-front terrace with a dining area
- Spacious walk-in wardrobe with a seated vanity area
- Twin beds
OT4
Deck 9, Deck 10
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OT3
Deck 8, Deck 9
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OT2
Deck 7, Deck 8
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OT1
Deck 6, Deck 7
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Penthouses
- Bespoke king-sized bed
- Comfortable daybed for relaxation
- Complimentary personal refillable water bottle for each guest
- Dining table for 4 guests
- Down duvets and pillows
- Dyson Supersonic TM hairdryer and illuminated make-up/shaving mirror
- Espresso machine, kettle and tea pot with a complimentary selection of coffee and teas
- Extensive pillow selection
- In-suite welcome bottle of Moët & Chandon Grand Vintage 2015
- Mandala Blue custom bath toiletries and amenities
- Oversized floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the sea
- Pair of binoculars for guests' use during their journey
- Plush bathrobes and bath linens from Frette
- Private refrigerated mini-bar, replenished according to the guests’ preferences
- Safe accommodating most tablets and laptops
- Spacious bathroom with a walk-in shower and heated floors
- Spacious lounge area
- Spacious ocean-front terrace with a dining area
- Spacious walk-in wardrobe with a seated vanity area
- Spacious work desk area
- Technogym Case Kit with a smart range of fitness gear
PH
Deck 6, Deck 7, Deck 9
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Deluxe Penthouses
- Bespoke king-sized bed
- Comfortable daybed for relaxation
- Complimentary personal refillable water bottle for each guest
- Dining table for 4 guests
- Down duvets and pillows
- Dyson Supersonic TM hairdryer and illuminated make-up/shaving mirror
- Espresso machine, kettle and tea pot with a complimentary selection of coffee and teas
- Extensive pillow selection
- Fine bed linens from Frette
- In-suite welcome bottle of Moët & Chandon Grand Vintage 2015
- Mandala Blue custom bath toiletries and amenities
- Oversized floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the sea
- Plush bathrobes and bath linens from Frette
- Private refrigerated mini-bar, replenished according to the guests’ preferences
- Safe accommodating most tablets and laptops
- Spacious bathroom with a walk-in shower and heated floors
- Spacious lounge area
- Spacious ocean-front terrace with a dining area
- Spacious walk-in wardrobe with a seated vanity area
- Spacious work desk area
- Technogym Case Kit with a smart range of fitness gear
DP
Deck 6, Deck 7, Deck 9, Deck 10
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Premier Penthouses
- Bespoke king-sized bed
- Comfortable daybed for relaxation
- Complimentary personal refillable water bottle for each guest
- Dining table for 4 guests
- Down duvets and pillows
- Dyson Supersonic TM hairdryer and illuminated make-up/shaving mirror
- Espresso machine, kettle and tea pot with a complimentary selection of coffee and teas
- Extensive pillow selection
- Fine bed linens from Frette
- In-suite welcome bottle of Moët & Chandon Grand Vintage 2015
- Mandala Blue custom bath toiletries and amenities
- Oversized floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the sea
- Pair of binoculars for guests' use during their journey
- Plush bathrobes and bath linens from Frette
- Private refrigerated mini-bar, replenished according to the guests’ preferences
- Safe accommodating most tablets and laptops
- Separate living, dining and sleeping areas
- Some suites feature a double sofa bed
- Spacious bathroom with a walk-in shower and heated floors
- Spacious lounge area
- Spacious ocean-front terrace with a dining area
- Spacious walk-in wardrobe with a seated vanity area
- Spacious work desk area
- Technogym Case Kit with a smart range of fitness gear
PP
Deck 8, Deck 9, Deck 10
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Grand Penthouses
- Bespoke king-sized bed
- Comfortable daybed for relaxation
- Complimentary personal refillable water bottle for each guest
- Dining table for 4 guests
- Dyson Supersonic TM hairdryer and illuminated make-up/shaving mirror
- Espresso machine, kettle and tea pot with a complimentary selection of coffee and teas
- Extensive pillow selection
- Featuring a double sofa bed
- Fine bed linens from Frette
- In-suite welcome bottle of Moët & Chandon Grand Vintage 2015
- Mandala Blue custom bath toiletries and amenities
- Oversized floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the sea
- Pair of binoculars for guests' use during their journey
- Plush bathrobes and bath linens from Frette
- Private refrigerated mini-bar, replenished according to the guests’ preferences
- Safe accommodating most tablets and laptops
- Separate living, dining and sleeping areas
- Spacious bathroom with a walk-in shower and heated floors
- Spacious lounge area
- Spacious ocean-front terrace with a dining area
- Spacious walk-in wardrobe with a seated vanity area
- Spacious work desk area
- Technogym Case Kit with a smart range of fitness gear
GP
Deck 6, Deck 7, Deck 8, Deck 9, Deck 10
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Cove Residence
- Bespoke king-sized bed
- Cocktail making set
- Complimentary personal refillable water bottle for each guest
- Dining table for 4 guests
- Down duvets and pillows
- Dyson Supersonic TM hairdryer and illuminated make-up/shaving mirror
- Espresso machine, kettle and tea pot with a complimentary selection of coffee and teas
- Extensive pillow selection
- Featuring a double sofa bed
- Fine bed linens from Frette
- In-suite welcome bottle of Dom Pérignon Vintage 2013
- Mandala Blue custom bath toiletries and amenities
- Oversized floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the sea
- Pair of binoculars for guests' use during their journey
- Plush bathrobes and bath linens from Frette
- Private butler services from our Residence Hosts
- Private refrigerated mini-bar, replenished according to the guests’ preferences
- Safe accommodating most tablets and laptops
- Separate living, dining and sleeping areas
- Smart echnology for light, heating, air conditioning and curtain control
- Spacious bathroom with a walk-in shower and heated floors
- Spacious lounge area
- Spacious ocean-front terrace with private outdoor whirlpool, a dining table and sun loungers or a daybed
- Spacious walk-in wardrobe with a seated vanity area
- Spacious work desk area
- Technogym Case Kit with a smart range of fitness gear
CO
Deck 6, Deck 7, Deck 8, Deck 9, Deck 10
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Retreat Residence
- Bespoke king-sized bed
- Cocktail making set
- Complimentary personal refillable water bottle for each guest
- Dining table for 4 guests
- Down duvets and pillows
- Dyson Supersonic TM hairdryer and illuminated make-up/shaving mirror
- Espresso machine, kettle and tea pot with a complimentary selection of coffee and teas
- Extensive pillow selection
- Featuring a double sofa bed
- Fine bed linens from Frette
- In-suite welcome bottle of Dom Pérignon Vintage 2013
- Luxurious marble bathroom with a bathtub, a separate walk-in shower room and heated floors
- Mandala Blue custom bath toiletries and amenities
- Oversized floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the sea
- Oversized walk-in wardrobe with a seated vanity area
- Pair of binoculars for guests' use during their journey
- Plush bathrobes and bath linens from Frette
- Private butler services from our Residence Hosts
- Private refrigerated mini-bar, replenished according to the guests’ preferences
- Safe accommodating most tablets and laptops
- Separate living, dining and sleeping areas
- Spacious lounge area
- Spacious ocean-front terrace with private outdoor whirlpool and a dining table
- Spacious work desk area
- Technogym Case Kit with a smart range of fitness gear
RR
Deck 7, Deck 8, Deck 9
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Serenity Residence
- Bespoke king-sized bed
- Cocktail making set
- Complimentary personal refillable water bottle for each guest
- Dining table for 4 guests
- Down duvets and pillows
- Dyson Supersonic TM hairdryer and illuminated make-up/shaving mirror
- Espresso machine, kettle and tea pot with a complimentary selection of coffee and teas
- Extensive pillow selection
- Featuring a double sofa bed
- Fine bed linens from Frette
- Luxurious marble bathroom with a bathtub, a separate walk-in shower room and heated floors
- Mandala Blue custom bath toiletries and amenities
- Oversized floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the sea
- Oversized walk-in wardrobe with a seated vanity area
- Pair of binoculars for guests' use during their journey
- Panoramic ocean-front terrace with private outdoor whirlpool, a dining table, a daybed and sun loungers
- Plush bathrobes and bath linens from Frette
- Private butler services from our Residence Hosts
- Private refrigerated mini-bar, replenished according to the guests’ preferences
- Safe accommodating most tablets and laptops
- Separate living, dining and sleeping areas
- Spacious lounge area
- Spacious work desk area
- Technogym Case Kit with a smart range of fitness gear
SR
Deck 7, Deck 9
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Cocoon Residence
- Bespoke king-sized bed
- Cocktail making set
- Complimentary personal refillable water bottle for each guest
- Down duvets and pillows
- Dyson Supersonic TM hairdryer and illuminated make-up/shaving mirror
- Espresso machine, kettle and tea pot with a complimentary selection of coffee and teas
- Extensive pillow selection
- Featuring a double sofa bed
- Fine bed linens from Frette
- In-suite welcome bottle of Dom Pérignon Vintage 2013
- Luxurious marble bathroom with a bathtub, a separate walk-in shower room and heated floors
- Mandala Blue custom bath toiletries and amenities
- Oversized floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the sea
- Oversized walk-in wardrobe with a seated vanity area
- Pair of binoculars for guests' use during their journey
- Panoramic ocean-front terrace with private outdoor whirlpool, a dining table, a daybed and sun loungers
- Plush bathrobes and bath linens from Frette
- Private butler services from our Residence Hosts
- Private refrigerated mini-bar, replenished according to the guests’ preferences
- Safe accommodating most tablets and laptops
- Separate living, dining and sleeping areas
- Technogym Case Kit with a smart range of fitness gear
CR
Deck 6
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Owner's Residence
- Bespoke king-sized bed
- Dining table for 4 or 6 guests
- Down duvets and pillows
- Dyson Supersonic TM hairdryer and illuminated make-up/shaving mirror
- Espresso machine, kettle and tea pot with a complimentary selection of coffee and teas
- Extensive pillow selection
- Large double sofa bed
- Luxurious marble double vanity bathroom
- Mandala Blue custom bath toiletries and amenities
- Oversized floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the sea
- Oversized walk-in wardrobe with a seated vanity area
- Panoramic ocean-front terrace covering the full ship’s width, with private outdoor large whirlpool, day beds, a dining table, lounge area, shower and sun loungers
- Plush bathrobes and slippers
- Private butler services from our Residence Hosts
- Private refrigerated mini-bar, replenished according to the guests’ preferences
- Private steam room
- Safe accommodating most tablets and laptops
- Separate living, dining and sleeping areas
- Spacious bathtub and separate shower room
- Spacious lounge area
- Spacious work desk area
OR
Deck 8
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Terms and Conditions
*The FREE F&M Hamper is one per booking to be sent out within 30 days of booking when a sufficient deposit amount has been taken. Applicable to new bookings only made with Regent, Seabourn, Silversea, Explora Journeys, Crystal, and selected Oceania Cruises with a minimum spend of £2,999pp when booked by 16th February . The value of the hamper will be collected with the cruise deposit. The specific Valentine's hamper is availability dependent; if not available at the time of booking, another Fortnum and Mason hamper worth the same value will be sent. If you cancel your booking for any reason, the value of the hamper will be retained, along with applicable cancellation fees. This offer is subject to availability and can be amended or withdrawn at any time without prior notice.Not applicable to online bookings.
*UNLIMITED FINE BEVERAGES - Fine wines and premium spirits, speciality coffees, teas and soft drinks available anytime, including in-suite mini-bar. For fine wine and spirits connoisseurs or those wishing to elevate their experience or celebrate a special occasion, an ultra-exquisite selection of wines, spirits, and liqueurs, will also be available for an additional fee.
All offers and prices are subject to change and availability at time of enquiry. Prices are based on two passengers sharing unless otherwise stated and are subject to the Tour Operator's terms and conditions. Cabin and Flight supplements may apply. Other supplements may apply in addition to the price shown above. Flight details, timings and routing may be subject to alteration. Other tour operator charges may also apply. Any Onboard Spending money or drinks package value shown will be per cabin, again based on two sharing.
Note: On 13 January 2018, new European legislation is being adopted in the UK which as result will mean that we may change our required method of payment at our discretion, irrespective of how any deposit or prior payment was made.
Note: On 13 January 2018, new European legislation is being adopted in the UK which as result will mean that we may change our required method of payment at our discretion, irrespective of how any deposit or prior payment was made.
