Explorer of the Seas - 10/24/2026
The October 24, 2026 cruise on the Explorer of the Seas departs from Ravenna, Italy. On this 7 Night Italy & France (Ravenna To Barcelona) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 7 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Explorer of the Seas sets sail on Saturday, Oct 24th and returns on Saturday, Oct 31st.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the Explorer of the Seas cruise ship departing October 24, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $966 ($138 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $942 ($135 per night), this represents a recent increase of 2%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
Explorer of the Seas - October 24, 2026 - 7 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Oct 24th | Ravenna, Italy |
| 2 | Oct 25th | At Sea |
| 3 | Oct 26th | Messina, Sicily |
| 4 | Oct 27th | Naples, Italy |
| 5 | Oct 28th | Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy |
| 6 | Oct 29th | Ajaccio, Corsica |
| 7 | Oct 30th | Marseille (Provence), France |
| 8 | Oct 31st | Barcelona, Spain |
The Explorer of the Seas sails on October 24, 2026 for a 7 Night Italy & France (Ravenna To Barcelona). The ship will depart the port of Ravenna, Italy at 5:00 PM and will return to the port of Barcelona, Spain on Oct 31st at 5:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the Explorer of the Seas will visit 6 additional ports and will spend 1 days at sea.
Cruise Ship
Explorer of the Seas
EXPLORER OF THE SEAS SIZE
The Explorer of the Seas has a construction date of 2000 and a total size of 137,308 gross tons. The ship measures 1,020 feet (311 meters) in length. Explorer of the Seas is included in Royal Caribbean’s Voyager Class. At full capacity, the Explorer of the Seas holds 4,471 passengers. That includes 3,286 cruise vacationers and 1,185 staff members. The Explorer of the Seas total number of staterooms is 1,643.
Explorer of the Seas Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:137,308 GT
- Length:1,020 ft (311 m)
- Beam:127 ft (39 m)
- Draft:29 ft (9 m)
- Max Speed:27 mph (23 kn)
- Year Built:2000
- Years Served:2000 - Present
- Capacity:3,286
- Crew Members:1,185
- Total on Board:4,471
- Total Staterooms:1,643
- Flagged Country:Bahamas
- Ship Cost:500 Million
- Status:active
To see how this compares, click through to see Explorer of the Seas age and stats vs all Royal Caribbean ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.
To check out the ship from top to bottom, click here for Explorer of the Seas Deck Plans.
Cruise Ports
Ravenna, Italy, offers docking at Ravenna Port. Travelers explore UNESCO-listed Byzantine mosaics and Dante’s tomb. Excursions visit Bologna’s medieval towers. Local markets sell piadina. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for historic tours. Photography captures ancient basilicas and Adriatic vistas. Dining onboard includes tortellini, an Emilia-Romagna favorite. Souvenirs, like mosaic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Byzantine history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance mosaic walks. Ravenna’s artistic heritage offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic mosaics, cultural landmarks, and coastal charm, making Ravenna an engaging destination for exploring Italy’s Adriatic heritage.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Messina, Sicily, offers docking at Messina Port. Travelers explore Messina Cathedral and Taormina’s Greek Theatre. Excursions visit Mount Etna. Local markets sell arancini. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures volcanic landscapes and Tyrrhenian vistas. Dining onboard includes pasta alla norma, a Sicilian favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Norman history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while sturdy shoes enhance volcano hikes. Messina’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic volcanoes, making Messina an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Naples, Italy, offers docking at Naples Port. Travelers explore Pompeii ruins and Royal Palace. Excursions visit Capri’s Blue Grotto. Local markets sell margherita pizza. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Tyrrhenian vistas. Dining onboard includes spaghetti alle vongole, an Italian favorite. Souvenirs, like cameo crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Roman history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Naples’ cultural charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of archaeological sites and scenic islands, making Naples an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy, offers docking at Civitavecchia Port with excursions to Rome. Travelers explore Colosseum and Pantheon. Excursions visit Vatican City’s Sistine Chapel. Local markets sell gelato. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Tyrrhenian vistas. Dining onboard includes carbonara, an Italian favorite. Souvenirs, like Murano glass, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Roman history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Civitavecchia’s cultural gateway offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient landmarks and scenic coasts, making Civitavecchia an engaging destination. (126 words)
Ajaccio, Corsica, offers docking at Ajaccio Port. Travelers explore Napoleon’s Birthplace and Fesch Museum. Excursions visit Calanques de Piana. Local markets sell brocciu cheese. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures historic streets and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes civet de sanglier, a Corsican favorite. Souvenirs, like olive wood crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Corsican history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while sturdy shoes enhance coastal hikes. Ajaccio’s cultural charm offers a vibrant French stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic cliffs, making Ajaccio an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Marseille (Provence), France, offers docking at Marseille Port. Travelers explore Notre-Dame de la Garde and Vieux-Port. Excursions visit Aix-en-Provence’s lavender fields. Local markets sell bouillabaisse. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures basilicas and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes ratatouille, a French favorite. Souvenirs, like lavender crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Provençal history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Marseille’s cultural charm offers a vibrant French stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic ports and scenic fields, making Marseille an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Barcelona, Spain, offers docking at Barcelona Port. Travelers explore Sagrada Familia and Park Güell. Excursions visit Montserrat Monastery. Local markets sell paella. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures Gaudí architecture and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes tapas, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Catalan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Barcelona’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modernist landmarks and scenic coasts, making Barcelona an engaging destination for exploring Spain’s Catalan region. (126 words)