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Enchanting Canals & Nordic Delights from Southampton, 17 August 2026

  • Departure: 17 Aug 2026

  • 8 nights

  • Cruise Only Flight not included
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Cruise Line: Explora Journeys

Ship: Explora III

  • All Inclusive
  • Complimentary High-speed Wi-Fi
  • Unlimited Fine Beverages
  • Mid Sized Ship
  • All On-board Gratuities
  • Ultra Luxury
  • Biggest Ever January Sale
  • Save Up to £1000 per Stateroom!
  • Complimentary Suite Upgrade!
  • Receive up to £1,000 OFF per stateroom, Free Upgrades, and Reduced Deposits on luxury sailings. Exclusive offer ends 31st January*!
Departs from Southampton

Ocean Terrace Suite

£6,080 pp
Was £6,400 pp

Ocean Grand Terrace Suite

£7,410 pp
Was £7,800 pp

Deluxe Penthouse

£8,170 pp
Was £8,600 pp

Premier Penthouse

£8,502 pp
Was £8,950 pp

Ocean Terrace Suite

£9,120 pp
Was £9,600 pp

Secure from £49 pp+

Experience Explora Journeys with an exclusive 30% saving and a complimentary one-category suite upgrade* to elevate your stay. Secure your journey with a low 10% deposit  on selected sailings and enjoy the ultimate all-inclusive lifestyle where premium drinks, high-speed Wi-Fi, and world-class dining are always included.

Save up to £5,143 per person

  • Receive up to £1,000 OFF per stateroom, Free Upgrades, and Reduced Deposits on luxury sailings. Exclusive offer ends 31st January*!

Save up to an extra £200per person when booking this cruise online

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What's included?

  • A variety of exquisite culinary experiences, including In-Suite Dining
  • Stylish and elegant accommodation
  • Complimentary premium beverages, including fine wines, premium spirits, speciality 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
  • Access to 24-hour Concierge services throughout
  • Twice-daily housekeeping services, shoeshine services, and more
  • All onboard tips and gratuities included
  • Shuttle services from the port to the city centre (where applicable)
What's included?
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Itinerary

  • Day
    Port
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    Cruise departs from Southampton departs at: 6 pm
  • 2
    Bruges (Zeebrugge) arrives at: 9 am, departs at: 7 pm
  • 3
    Amsterdam arrives at: 8 am, departs at: 6 pm
  • 4
    At Sea
  • 5
    Maloy arrives at: 9 am, departs at: 8 pm
  • 6
    Bergen arrives at: 9 am, departs at: 7 pm
  • 7
    Flam arrives at: 9 am, departs at: 6 pm
  • 8
    At Sea
  • 9
    Copenhagen arrives at: 8 am

Itinerary details & timings may be subject to change.

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Cabins & prices

Suite Price From: £6,080 pp
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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
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Ocean Terrace Suite


  • Bespoke king-sized bed
  • Comfortable daybed for relaxation
  • 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
OT1
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OT2
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OT3
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OT4
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Penthouse


  • 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
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Deluxe Penthouse


  • 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
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Premier Penthouse


  • 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 work desk area
  • Technogym Case Kit with a smart range of fitness gear
PP
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Grand Penthouse


  • 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
  • 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 walk-in wardrobe with a seated vanity area
  • Spacious work desk area
  • Technogym Case Kit with a smart range of fitness gear
GP
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Cove Residence


  • Bespoke king-sized bed
  • 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
CO1
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COJ
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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
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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
  • 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
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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
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*The up to £1000 additional savings is per booking and is off the advertised site price, when the price is £2,999pp or more before the added discount is applied. The applicable savings amount differs depending on the per person value of a sailing before the discount is applied: Any sailing worth between £2,999pp and £7,499pp receives a saving of £250 per booking. Any sailing worth between £7,500pp and £14,999pp receives a saving of £500 per booking. Any sailing worth £15,000pp and more receives a saving of £1000 per booking. Applicable to new bookings only, based on 2 people sharing a suite (singles will receive the per person saving) when booking a Regent, Seabourn, Silversea, Explora Journeys, Oceania, Scenic Discovery Yacht, Emerald Yacht Cruises, Crystal, Windstar, Ponant, Paul Gauguin, sailing with a minimum spend of £2,999pp when booked from the 6th and the 31st January 2026. Please note that this offer does not apply to online bookings! The reduced deposit is applicable on select cruise lines& sailings. The deposit amount will be advised at the time of the booking, with the balance of the deposit payable within 10 weeks after making the booking. This offer is subject to availability and can be amended or withdrawn at any time without prior notice. The offer is for new bookings only and applies to the Journey fare only and is not applicable to any pre / post-Journey hotels and transfers, destination experiences or onboard paid services. Offer may be withdrawn at any time.    Combinability This offer is combinable with the following benefits: Explora Early Booking Benefit, Extended Journeys or Grand Journeys, Back-to-Back Journeys, Journey Together, Journey of One, Sky & Sea Fare, Explora Club Member Benefit, Journeys for the Whole Family (3rd and 4th guest fares), Consortia Amenities, Incentive Groups and onboard Future Journeys savings. It is not combinable with any FORMULA 1 GRAND PRIX DE MONACO fares, and any other offer or reduced fare programs. Explora Journeys reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to cancel, terminate, modify, extend or suspend this Promotion at any time without prior notice. Explora Journeys Booking Terms and Conditions, available at https://explorajourneys.com/ or from your Travel Advisor, shall fully apply to all bookings. For any other information, please contact your Travel Advisor or one of our Explora Experience Centre Ambassadors.  *Select Journeys are excluded from this offer including but not limited to: FORMULA 1 GRAND PRIX DE MONACO itineraries and packages. For specific information on the journeys included in this promotion, please contact your preferred travel advisor, visit our website, www.explorajourneys.com *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.


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