Explora IV
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Explora IV is a new ship for Explora Journeys, due to join the fleet in 2027. No maiden voyage date has been announced yet. Every new ship on the way
About Explora IV
Explora IV is a new Explora Journeys cruise ship of the Explora class, due to enter service in 2027. She will measure 72,810 gross tons. She is set to sail Northern Europe, Canada and New England, Caribbean itineraries.
Explora IV is an upcoming Explora-class ship under construction at Fincantieri, the brand's second LNG-powered vessel, scheduled to set sail in summer 2027. The line lists 461 ocean-front suites, seven restaurants, 12 bars and lounges and five heated pools, including an Owner's Residence designed by Patricia Urquiola, and Wikipedia gives the same planned tonnage as Explora III. Her inaugural season covers Northern Europe and the Baltic, Iceland and Greenland, and North America's East Coast and New England, followed by Caribbean Journeys in winter 2027-28.
Ship facts
- Debuts
- 2027
Sister ships: Explora class
Explora IV is one of 6 Explora class ships. Explora III (2026), Explora II (2024) and Explora I (2023) are in service, and Explora V (due December 2027) and Explora VI (due August 2028) are on the way.
| Ship | Year | Gross tons | Guests | Space | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Explora IV this ship | Coming 2027 | — | |||
| Explora III | 2026 | 4.3/5 | |||
| Explora II | 2024 | 4.3/5 | |||
| Explora I | 2023 | 4.3/5 | |||
| Explora V | Debuts Dec 2027 | — | |||
| Explora VI | Debuts Aug 2028 | — |
Official deck plans
Where she will sail
Quick answers
Which cruise line operates Explora IV?
Explora IV is being built for Explora Journeys and belongs to its Explora class.
What are Explora IV's sister ships?
Explora IV is one of 6 Explora class ships. Explora III (2026), Explora II (2024) and Explora I (2023) are in service, and Explora V (due December 2027) and Explora VI (due August 2028) are on the way.
When does Explora IV enter service?
Explora IV is a new ship for Explora Journeys, due to join the fleet in 2027. No maiden voyage date has been announced yet.
How big is Explora IV?
Explora IV measures 72,810 gross tons.
Where does Explora IV sail?
Explora IV is set to sail Northern Europe, Canada and New England and Caribbean itineraries.
Where can I find the deck plans for Explora IV?
Explora Journeys publishes the deck plans for Explora IV; this page links to Deck plans and Deck plans (PDF).
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