Endless Worlds: the First Explora Journeys World Cruise

Endless Worlds is an extraordinary first for Explora Journeys — a 128-day voyage aboard EXPLORA I that rethinks what a world cruise can feel like. Thoughtfully paced and beautifully balanced, it’s designed to feel seamless and spacious, with time to settle into the rhythm of life at sea as the journey unfolds.

The experience begins well before you step on board. Endless Worlds includes private door-to-door transfers, international Business Class flights and a pre-cruise stay in Dubai, allowing the voyage to start calmly and comfortably from the outset.

Endless Worlds is now on sale exclusively with travel partners, with general sale opening on Wednesday. Interest has been strong, reflecting a growing appetite for long journeys that prioritise depth, ease and considered travel.

If you’d like to explore Endless Worlds in more detail, our Cruise Concierges are always happy to talk you through the journey and what makes it such a distinctive way to see the world. Call us today.

Endless Worlds in Numbers

Dates: 6th January - 14th May 2029

Start and End Ports: Dubai to Barcelona

129 Days of Wonder

12 Overnight Stays

29 Countries & Territories

63 Unique Destinations

4 Continents

Onboard EXPLORA I

THE PASSAGES

Endless Worlds is formed of seven distinct Passages, each with its own character, pace and personality:

A Passage through Lands of Iridescent Seas & Inspiring Cities – Dubai to Singapore

A Passage that Traces the Edge of the East – Singapore to Sydney

A Passage Stretching Across the Southern Arc – Sydney to Auckland

A Passage into the Sea of Islands – Auckland to Papeete

A Passage to Rediscover Lost Horizons – Papeete to Valparaíso

A Passage to Unveil the Many Americas – Valparaíso to Miami

A Passage through the Atlantic’s Mosaic – Miami to Barcelona

Taken together, they create one continuous, perfectly balanced world voyage — expansive without ever feeling exhausting.

THE JOURNEY

Beginning in Dubai and concluding in Barcelona, the journey moves fluidly through India and Sri Lanka, Southeast Asia, Bali and Komodo, before crossing Oceania from Australia to New Zealand. From there, EXPLORA I drifts through the Pacific’s most luminous islands - Bora Bora, Tahiti and Easter Island - before tracing the Americas north to Miami, crossing the Atlantic and returning to Europe.

A global voyage shaped by contrast, flow and time to truly absorb each region.

THE SHIP

Life on board is designed to feel intuitive rather than impressive (though it manages both), like a private yacht. Oceanfront suites with private terraces. Wellness inspired by the sea. Dining that moves confidently between Italian at Anthology to Pan-Asian at Sakura and French-inspired at Fil Rouge - always led by ingredients and place.

Evenings are refined but relaxed: intimate performances in the Journeys Lounge, cultural conversations, visiting voices and the freedom to engage — or simply watch the ocean slip by from the Astern Pool. Nothing is compulsory. Everything is considered.

THE SUITES

Every suite aboard EXPLORA I is open, elegant and deeply calming. In fact, it's home to some of the largest lead-in suites at sea. Floor-to-ceiling windows, private terraces, and a sense of space that allows the ocean to remain the main character.

From beautifully proportioned Ocean Terrace Suites to expansive Residences with dedicated butler service - and some with private whirlpools - each space feels thoughtfully lived-in rather than showy — all designed to make long stretches at sea feel quietly, but wonderfully, like home.

THE WORLD CRUISE EXPERIENCE

Every Explora Journeys voyage is refreshingly inclusive, but there are some benefits exclusive to guests embarking on the world journey:

• Private door-to-door transfers & luggage assistance, from home to airport, airport to hotel, hotel to ship

• International Business Class flights

• Personalised airport assistance at Dubai International Airport

• 1-night pre-cruise hotel stay in Dubai, on Bed & Breakfast

• Dubai welcome evening

• Weekly laundry & garment care service

• Up to 1,000 USD/EUR Journey Experience Credit per person, available to 1st and 2nd guests in each suite

THE EXPLORA JOURNEYS EXPERIENCE

On board each Explora Journeys cruise, as standard, you can expect:

• Bottle of chosen wine & spirit on arrival 

• Unlimited premium beverages  

• Gourmet dining across 9 experiences  

• Customisable in-suite mini bars  

• Unlimited Thermal Spa access  

• Wellbeing & fitness programmes  

• Authentic, cultured & intuitive service  

• Unlimited Wi-Fi & all gratuities   

• Shuttle services from port to city

Why Endless Worlds Feels So Special

“I sailed on EXPLORA I with my mum last autumn and it was one of the most special experiences I’ve had at sea — and that was just seven nights. I can’t imagine how amazing it'd feel to spend 128 days on board, moving through such a wide mix of cultures, landscapes and coastlines with a team who have a real gift for making every single day feel effortless... maybe when I retire, eh? 

If Endless Worlds is something you’d like to explore further, we’d be so excited to talk it through — and do make sure to register your interest for the upcoming webinar if you’d like to hear directly from the Explora Journeys team.”

Lauren Wood | Head of Cruise

If you’d like to explore Endless Worlds in more detail, our Cruise Concierges are always happy to talk you through the journey and what makes it such a distinctive way to see the world. Call us today.