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Explorer of the Seas itinerary map for October 31, 2026 (13 nights)
13 nights · 6 ports
Round-trip · Barcelona, Spain
Royal CaribbeanExplorer of the Seas

Explorer of the Seas
October 31, 2026

13-Night Spain & Perfect Day Transatlantic aboard Explorer of the Seas · Departing October 31, 2026 from the Port of Barcelona, Spain.

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// AT A GLANCE

This 13-night cruise aboard the Explorer of the Seas departs from Barcelona, Spain on Saturday, October 31, 2026 and returns on Friday, Nov 13th. October weather across this route averages 84°/53°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.6 out of 10, averaged across 6 ports. Balcony cabins dropped $183 on Jun 2.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
7.6OUT OF 10
MODERATE TIER
Safer than 76% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
01
13
night cruise
Sat → Fri
02
Barcelona
departure port
Spain
03
6
port stops
Spain
04
8
sea days
Day 4
// ON THIS PAGE09 SECTIONS

The Explorer of the Seas, operated by Royal Caribbean Cruise Line, sets sail on Saturday, October 31, 2026 from Barcelona, Spain for a 13-night Spain & Perfect Day Transatlantic cruise. This itinerary includes 6 unique port stops and 8 days at sea. October weather across the route averages 84°F highs and 53°F lows. The itinerary safety score is 7.6 out of 10, combining travel advisories, crime statistics, and Global Peace Index data. Cabin fares start from $954, with daily price tracking available for inside, oceanview, balcony, and suite categories. Gangwaze monitors pricing daily so you can set a price-drop alert and book when the fare is right. Explore the full day-by-day port schedule, shore excursion options, onboard amenities, and weather forecasts for each stop on this Explorer of the Seas sailing.

// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE

Explorer of the Seas October 31, 2026 Roll Call

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// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

Explorer of the Seas October 31, 2026 Price & Tracking

EXPLORER OF THE SEAS·OCTOBER 31, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the Explorer of the Seas cruise ship departing October 31, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $954 ($74 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $876 ($68 per night), this represents a recent increase of 9%.

Explorer of the Seas cruise departing October 31, 202613-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $954 ($74 per night). Average price: $876.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
Last 6 months · refreshes daily
This cabin
Avg $874
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
Explorer of the Seas · October 31, 2026
$954
$74 per night · 13 nights
9% above average
Avg $874

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// 03 · ITINERARY

13 Night Spain & Perfect Day Transatlantic (Barcelona To Port Canaveral) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapOCTOBER 31, 2026
The Explorer of the Seas sails on October 31, 2026 for a 13 Night Spain & Perfect Day Transatlantic (Barcelona To Port Canaveral) (Barcelona Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Barcelona, Spain at 5:00 PM and will return to the port of Port Canaveral, Florida on Nov 13th at 4:00 AM. During the 14-day journey, the Explorer of the Seas will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 8 days at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
Explorer of the Seas
OCTOBER 31, 2026
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13 NIGHTS · 5 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · BARCELONA
// 04 · PORTS

13 Night Spain & Perfect Day Transatlantic (Barcelona To Port Canaveral) Port List

Explorer of the Seas·October 31, 2026
Barcelona, Spain — Day 1 of Explorer of the Seas October 31, 2026 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
SATURDAY·OCT 31

Barcelona

Spain
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
5:00 PM

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.

Palma De Mallorca, Balearic Islands — Day 2 of Explorer of the Seas October 31, 2026 cruise
DAY
2
PORT 1
SUNDAY·NOV 1

Palma De Mallorca

Balearic Islands
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
6:00 AM
3:00 PM

Palma de Mallorca, Balearic Islands, Spain, offers docking at Palma Port. Travelers explore La Seu Cathedral and Bellver Castle. Excursions visit Valldemossa’s monastery. Local markets sell ensaimada. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Gothic spires and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes sobrasada, a Mallorcan favorite. Souvenirs, like pearl crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Balearic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Palma’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic coasts, making Palma an engaging destination for exploration.

Cartagena, Spain — Day 3 of Explorer of the Seas October 31, 2026 cruise
DAY
3
PORT 2
MONDAY·NOV 2

Cartagena

Spain
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
4:00 PM

Cartagena, Spain, offers docking at Cartagena Port. Travelers explore Roman Theatre and Naval Museum. Excursions visit Murcia’s cathedral. Local markets sell caldero. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes zarangollo, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Carthaginian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Cartagena’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of Roman landmarks and scenic harbors, making Cartagena an engaging destination for exploring Spain’s Murcia region.

Ponta Delgada, Azores — Day 6 of Explorer of the Seas October 31, 2026 cruise
DAY
6
PORT 5
THURSDAY·NOV 5

Ponta Delgada

Azores
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
9:00 AM
6:00 PM

Ponta Delgada, Azores, Portugal, offers docking at Ponta Delgada Port. Travelers explore Sete Cidades and Furnas hot springs. Excursions include whale-watching tours. Local markets sell cozido das Furnas. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures volcanic lakes and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes bacalhau, a Portuguese favorite. Souvenirs, like lava crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Azorean history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance crater hikes. Ponta Delgada’s natural charm offers a vibrant Portuguese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of volcanic landscapes and marine adventures, making Ponta Delgada an engaging destination.

Royal Naval Dockyard, West End, Bermuda — Day 11 of Explorer of the Seas October 31, 2026 cruise
DAY
11
PORT 10
TUESDAY·NOV 10

Royal Naval Dockyard

West End, Bermuda
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
3:00 PM

Royal Naval Dockyard, West End, Bermuda, offers docking at King’s Wharf. Travelers explore Fort Scaur and Maritime Museum. Excursions include snorkeling at Church Bay. Local markets sell fish chowder. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial docks and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes spiny lobster, a Bermudian favorite. Souvenirs, like cedar crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Bermuda Triangle history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Dockyard’s maritime charm offers a vibrant Bermudian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic forts and scenic beaches, making Dockyard an engaging destination.

Port Canaveral, Florida — Day 14 of Explorer of the Seas October 31, 2026 cruise
DAY
14
DISEMBARKATION
FRIDAY·NOV 13

Port Canaveral

Florida
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
4:00 AM

Port Canaveral, Florida, offers docking at Port Canaveral. Travelers explore Kennedy Space Center and Cocoa Beach. Excursions include airboat rides in Merritt Island. Local markets sell key lime pie. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures space shuttles and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes grouper, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like space-themed crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover NASA history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance space center walks. Port Canaveral’s modern charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of space exploration and scenic coasts, making Port Canaveral an engaging destination.

// 05 · WEATHER

13 Night Spain & Perfect Day Transatlantic (Barcelona To Port Canaveral) Weather Forecast

Explorer of the Seas·October 31, 2026
OCT FORECAST · BARCELONA
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
62°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
88°
AVG LOW
37°
AVG RAINFALL
2.8"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT BARCELONA
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
62°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Explorer of the Seas October 31, 2026 Excursions

Explorer of the Seas·October 31, 2026

From beach breaks and snorkeling to local food tours and cultural landmarks, these shore excursions help you make the most of every stop. Browse by port below to compare top-rated options and plan your day before you board.

// BROWSE BY PORT
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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

13 Night Spain & Perfect Day Transatlantic (Barcelona To Port Canaveral)

Based on comprehensive research of cruise port safety information, including recent crime reports, travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and specific port security concerns, we've created a "safety score" for each cruise port stop. The overall rating below represents a combined score for your specific cruise itinerary.

ITINERARY AVERAGE
MODERATE TIER
0OUT OF 100
LOWHIGH
Safer than 76% of all cruises
7.6/10 itinerary average · ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
// HOW WE SCORE
Four signals, weighted by recency.

Scores combine recent crime reports, government travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and port-specific security incidents. Refreshed monthly.

8.0 – 10.0
Safe — Low-risk; standard precautions apply.
6.5 – 7.9
Moderate — Generally safe with normal vigilance.
5.0 – 6.4
Caution — Stay alert; avoid certain areas after dark.
0 – 4.9
High caution — Significant risk; book guided excursions.
REFRESHED MONTHLY
// PORT-BY-PORT BREAKDOWN06 PORTS
01

Barcelona 🇪🇸

Spain · SpainMODERATE

Travelers should stay vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas and secure their belongings to ensure safety while enjoying the city.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
02

Palma De Mallorca 🇪🇸

Balearic Islands · SpainMODERATE

Palma de Mallorca is a safe cruise destination, but travelers should stay vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
03

Cartagena 🇪🇸

Spain · SpainMODERATE

Travelers should remain vigilant and secure their belongings in popular areas to enjoy Cartagena safely, as pickpockets may be present.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
04

Ponta Delgada 🇵🇹

Azores · PortugalSAFE

Ponta Delgada is a safe cruise destination with a low crime rate, though travelers should stay vigilant against petty theft in tourist areas.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
05

Royal Naval Dockyard 🇧🇲

West End, Bermuda · BermudaSAFE

The Royal Naval Dockyard is a secure tourist destination with low violent crime, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
06

Port Canaveral 🇺🇸

Florida · United StatesSAFE

Port Canaveral is a safe cruise destination with low crime, but travelers should remain vigilant and follow standard safety precautions.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

Explorer of the Seas Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsROYAL CARIBBEAN
Explorer of the Seas
ROYAL CARIBBEAN · VOYAGER
CHRISTENED
2000
STATEROOMS
1,643
TONNAGE
137,308GT
15.8% BELOW AVG· vs avg 162,993 GT
YEAR BUILT
2000
10 YEARS OLDER· vs avg 2010
LENGTH
1,020ft
6.0% BELOW AVG· vs avg 1,085 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
3,286cruisers
21.5% BELOW AVG· vs avg 4,184 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP

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 in length. Explorer of the Seas is included in Royal Caribbean's Voyager class. At full capacity, the Explorer of the Seas holds 3,286 passengers. That includes 2,101 cruise vacationers and 1,185 staff members. The Explorer of the Seas total number of staterooms is 1,643.

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// 09 · FAQ

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  • The lowest currently-tracked fare for this sailing is $954 for an Inside cabin. Pricing is updated daily — see the live price chart above for the latest snapshots.

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