Explora III — Deck Plans, Live Tracker, Dining & Videos
Explora III is an Explora Class cruise ship under construction at Fincantieri's Monfalcone shipyard for Explora Journeys (hull 6321). She enters service July 2026 (maiden revenue voyage from Barcelona August 3, 2026), will measure 72,810 gross tons in the stretched Explora Class specification, and carry 926 guests at double occupancy across 463 suites, with a crew of approximately 700.
Key Facts
- Cruise Line: Explora Journeys
- Class: Explora Class (3rd, stretched design)
- Year: 2026
- Tonnage: 72,810 GT (VesselFinder registry)
- Guests: 926 (double occupancy, 463 suites)
- Crew: ~700
- Service: Enters July 2026; maiden voyage August 3, 2026 from Barcelona
- Builder: Fincantieri, Monfalcone, Italy (hull 6321)
- IMO: 9869899
- Flag: Malta (registered in Valletta, confirmed by VesselFinder)
Quick Answer: Explora III is the third Explora Journeys ship — a stretched 72,810 GT design with 926 guests in 463 suites, entering service July 2026. Built at Fincantieri's Monfalcone yard (hull 6321, IMO 9869899). Same all-suite concept as Explora I and II with a larger platform.
Best For: Luxury travelers planning 2026 sailings who want Explora's all-suite experience on a slightly larger platform than Explora I and II. Note: Explora III is bigger than her two predecessors (about 14% more gross tonnage) but the guest count is only marginally higher, meaning more public space per guest.
Explora III marks a design shift for the Explora Class. Explora I (2023) and Explora II (2024) each measure 63,900 GT and carry 922 guests; Explora III is stretched to 72,810 GT with 926 guests across 463 suites (VesselFinder registry) — about 14% more gross tonnage with only marginally more guests, meaning more public space per guest. She enters service July 2026 from Barcelona.
A First Look at Explora III
Explora III is currently under construction; she enters service July 2026 and is not yet delivered. Authentic photography will appear here once the ship enters service.
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Who She's For
Guests booking Explora Journeys for the first time in 2026 who want the newest, largest ship in the fleet. Explora III is the first stretched design in the class — about 14% more gross tonnage than Explora I and II with only marginally more guests, meaning more public space per guest. Still all-suite, all-inclusive with the same Fincantieri build quality and Italian design sensibility. Pre-service as of April 2026.
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Explora III continues the Explora Class dining concept: five main restaurants plus two casual cafés included in the fare, with Anthology as a fine-dining specialty restaurant carrying a cover charge. Twelve bars and lounges are also included. Explora Journeys has not publicly announced Explora III-specific dining variations as of April 2026.
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Key Facts About Explora III
Explora III Deck Plans
Interactive deck plans for Explora III will be published on the Explora Journeys website ahead of her July 2026 service debut. Use the Deck Plans link above to open them when available.
Where Is Explora III?
Track Explora III's current position via VesselFinder (IMO 9869899). As of April 2026 she is under outfitting at Fincantieri's Monfalcone yard; live voyages begin August 3, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions About Explora III
When does Explora III enter service?
Explora III enters formal service in July 2026. The maiden revenue voyage sails from Barcelona on August 3, 2026, with an exclusive "Prelude Journey" preview cruise July 24–29, 2026. As of April 2026 the ship is under outfitting at Fincantieri's Monfalcone shipyard (hull 6321, IMO 9869899).
How is Explora III different from Explora I and II?
Explora III is a stretched design compared to her earlier sisters. Explora I (2023) and Explora II (2024) each measure 63,900 GT and carry 922 guests; Explora III measures approximately 72,800 GT (a 14% increase) with 926 guests across 463 suites. The larger platform means more public space per guest while preserving the all-suite, all-inclusive formula.
Who builds Explora III?
Explora III is built by Fincantieri at the Monfalcone shipyard in Italy (hull 6321). All Explora Journeys ships are built at Fincantieri Monfalcone. IMO 9869899.
What dining is planned for Explora III?
Explora III is expected to continue the Explora Class dining concept: Fil Rouge, Med Yacht Club, Sakura, Marble & Co. Grill, and Emporium Marketplace (five included main restaurants), plus Anthology (specialty fine-dining with a cover charge), Crema Café, and Gelateria & Creperie. Twelve bars and lounges included. Explora Journeys has not announced Explora III-specific dining variations as of April 2026.
Where will Explora III sail?
Her maiden voyage departs Barcelona on August 3, 2026. Published itineraries for her inaugural season emphasize Mediterranean sailings. Full schedules are published on the Explora Journeys website.
Sources & Attribution
Ship specifications from official cruise line materials. Photos credited where shown. Data verified against industry sources.
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