Explora V
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About Explora V
Explora V is a new Explora Journeys cruise ship of the Explora class, due to make her maiden voyage on December 2027. She will measure 72,810 gross tons. She is set to sail Mediterranean, Canary Islands, Asia itineraries.
Explora V is an upcoming Explora-class ship under construction at Fincantieri, scheduled to set sail in December 2027. The line lists 457 ocean-front suites, seven restaurants, 12 bars and lounges and five heated pools, and Wikipedia describes her as LNG-powered with hydrogen-ready technology at a planned 72,810 gross tons. Her inaugural season, from December 2027 to April 2028, has 21 Journeys in the Western and Central Mediterranean, along North Africa and to the Canary Islands and Madeira, and the line plans to introduce her in Asia during 2028.
Ship facts
- Debuts
- December 2027
Sister ships: Explora class
Explora V is one of 6 Explora class ships. Explora III (2026), Explora II (2024) and Explora I (2023) are in service, and Explora IV (due 2027) and Explora VI (due August 2028) are on the way.
| Ship | Year | Gross tons | Guests | Space | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Explora V this ship | Debuts Dec 2027 | — | |||
| Explora III | 2026 | 4.3/5 | |||
| Explora II | 2024 | 4.3/5 | |||
| Explora I | 2023 | 4.3/5 | |||
| Explora IV | Coming 2027 | — | |||
| Explora VI | Debuts Aug 2028 | — |
Official deck plans
Where she will sail
Quick answers
Which cruise line operates Explora V?
Explora V is being built for Explora Journeys and belongs to its Explora class.
What are Explora V's sister ships?
Explora V is one of 6 Explora class ships. Explora III (2026), Explora II (2024) and Explora I (2023) are in service, and Explora IV (due 2027) and Explora VI (due August 2028) are on the way.
When does Explora V enter service?
Explora V is a new ship for Explora Journeys. Her maiden voyage is scheduled for December 2027.
How big is Explora V?
Explora V measures 72,810 gross tons.
Where does Explora V sail?
Explora V is set to sail Mediterranean, Canary Islands and Asia itineraries.
Where can I find the deck plans for Explora V?
Explora Journeys publishes the deck plans for Explora V; this page links to Deck plans and Deck plans (PDF).
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