Marella Explorer itinerary map for April 20, 2024 (13 nights)

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Marella Explorer
April 20, 2024

13-Night Olives & Old Towns 2 aboard Marella Explorer · Departing April 20, 2024 from the Port of Las Palmas, Gran Canaria, Canary Islands.

This 13-night cruise aboard the Explorer departs from Las Palmas, Gran Canaria, Canary Islands on Saturday, April 20, 2024 and returns on Friday, May 3rd. April weather across this route averages 75°/50°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.8 out of 10, averaged across 8 ports.

Cruise Length

Night Cruise

Departure Port

Las Palmas

Gran Canaria

Port Stops

Sea Days

Cruise Itinerary Map - Olives and Old Towns 2

Marella Explorer · April 20, 2024

The Marella Explorer sails on April 20, 2024 for a Olives and Old Towns 2. The ship will depart the port of Las Palmas, Gran Canaria, Canary Islands at 11:00 PM and will return to the port of Corfu, Greece on May 3rd at 7:30 AM. During the 14-day journey, the Marella Explorer will visit 7 additional ports and will spend 6 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

Olives and Old Towns 2

APR20
Las Palmas, Gran Canaria, Canary Islands
A: — - D: 11:00 PM
APR21
At Sea
A: — - D: —
APR22
Funchal, Madeira
A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
APR23
At Sea
A: — - D: —
APR24
Gibraltar, U.K.
A: 12:00 PM - D: 9:00 PM
APR25
Motril (granada), Spain
A: 9:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
APR26
At Sea
A: — - D: —
APR27
Palma De Mallorca, Balearic Islands
A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
APR28
At Sea
A: — - D: —
APR29
Cagliari, Sardinia
A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
APR30
At Sea
A: — - D: —
MAY01
La Valletta
A: 9:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
MAY02
At Sea
A: — - D: —
MAY03
Corfu, Greece
A: 7:30 AM - D: —

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Marella Explorer Cruise Ports

April 20, 2024 · Olives and Old Towns 2

Day 1•Saturday, Apr 20

Las Palmas, Gran Canaria, Canary Islands

Arrival: —•Departure: 11:00 PM

Las Palmas, Gran Canaria, Canary Islands, offers docking at Las Palmas Port. Travelers explore Vegueta’s old town and Las Canteras Beach. Excursions visit Bandama Caldera. Local markets sell papas arrugadas. The peak season, November to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial streets and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes sancocho canario, a Canarian favorite. Souvenirs, like mojo sauce crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Guanche history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance caldera hikes. Las Palmas’ coastal charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic districts and scenic beaches, making Las Palmas an engaging destination.

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Day 2•Sunday, Apr 21

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

Day at sea aboard the Explorer — explore the ship's signature dining, entertainment, and onboard activities.

Day 3•Monday, Apr 22

Funchal, Madeira

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Funchal, Madeira, Portugal, offers docking at Funchal Port. Travelers explore Monte Palace Gardens and Funchal Cathedral. Excursions include levada walks. Local markets sell bolo de mel. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures lush gardens and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes espada com banana, a Madeiran favorite. Souvenirs, like embroidery crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Madeiran history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance levada hikes. Funchal’s scenic charm offers a vibrant Portuguese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of botanical beauty and scenic coasts, making Funchal an engaging destination.

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Day 4•Tuesday, Apr 23

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

Day at sea aboard the Explorer — explore the ship's signature dining, entertainment, and onboard activities.

Day 5•Wednesday, Apr 24

Gibraltar, U.K.

Arrival: 12:00 PM•Departure: 9:00 PM

Gibraltar, U.K., offers docking at Gibraltar Port. Travelers explore Rock of Gibraltar and St. Michael’s Cave. Excursions include dolphin-watching tours. Local markets sell fish and chips. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures limestone cliffs and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes roast beef, a British favorite. Souvenirs, like monkey-themed crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Barbary history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while sturdy shoes enhance rock hikes. Gibraltar’s unique charm offers a vibrant British stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural wonders and scenic straits, making Gibraltar an engaging destination for exploration.

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Day 6•Thursday, Apr 25

Motril (granada), Spain

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 PM

Motril, Spain, offers docking at Motril Port with excursions to Granada. Travelers explore the Alhambra’s Moorish palaces and Generalife gardens. Excursions visit Nerja’s caves. Local markets sell gazpacho. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for historic tours. Photography captures intricate tilework and Sierra Nevada views. Dining onboard includes jamón ibérico, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic tiles, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Andalusian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance palace walks. Motril’s access to Granada offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a blend of Moorish heritage, scenic landscapes, and coastal charm, making Motril an engaging destination for exploring Spain’s rich cultural and architectural treasures in Andalusia.

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Day 7•Friday, Apr 26

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

Day at sea aboard the Explorer — explore the ship's signature dining, entertainment, and onboard activities.

Day 8•Saturday, Apr 27

Palma De Mallorca, Balearic Islands

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 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.

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Day 9•Sunday, Apr 28

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

Day at sea aboard the Explorer — explore the ship's signature dining, entertainment, and onboard activities.

Day 10•Monday, Apr 29

Cagliari, Sardinia

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Cagliari, Sardinia, offers docking at Cagliari Port. Travelers explore Poetto Beach and Castello district. Excursions visit Nora’s ancient ruins. Local markets sell malloreddus. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures medieval towers and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes fregola con frutti di mare, a Sardinian favorite. Souvenirs, like cork crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Nuragic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Cagliari’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient ruins and scenic beaches, making Cagliari an engaging destination for exploration.

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Day 11•Tuesday, Apr 30

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

Day at sea aboard the Explorer — explore the ship's signature dining, entertainment, and onboard activities.

Day 12•Wednesday, May 1

La Valletta

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

La Valletta, Malta, has docking at Valletta Port. Travelers explore St. John’s Co-Cathedral and Upper Barrakka Gardens. Excursions visit Mdina’s medieval walls. Local markets sell pastizzi. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather. Photography captures baroque architecture and Mediterranean harbors. Dining onboard includes rabbit stew, a Maltese favorite. Souvenirs, like filigree jewelry, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Knights of Malta history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate. Comfortable shoes enhance city walks. La Valletta’s historic grandeur offers a vibrant Maltese stop, blending heritage with coastal beauty.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 13•Thursday, May 2

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

Day at sea aboard the Explorer — explore the ship's signature dining, entertainment, and onboard activities.

Day 14•Friday, May 3

Corfu, Greece

Arrival: 7:30 AM•Departure: —

Corfu, Greece, offers docking at Corfu Port. Travelers explore Old Fortress and Achilleion Palace. Excursions include Paleokastritsa’s beaches. Local markets sell kumquat liqueur. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Venetian architecture and Ionian vistas. Dining onboard includes pastitsada, a Corfiot favorite. Souvenirs, like olive oil, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Ionian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Corfu’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic fortresses and scenic beaches, making Corfu an engaging destination for exploring Greece’s Ionian Islands.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

Marella Explorer - April 20, 2024 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Las Palmas, Gran Canaria, Canary Islands

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April

Typical Weather

84°F

Average High

59°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.01in

Daily average

0.4 in monthly total

Marella Explorer Shore Excursions

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Itinerary Safety Score

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 Safety Rank

78 / 100

safer than 78% of all cruises

/ 10

Las Palmas

Las Palmas is generally safe for cruise travelers, but vigilance in crowded areas is essential to prevent pickpocketing.

/ 10

Funchal

Funchal is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, though travelers should remain vigilant against occasional pickpocketing.

/ 10

Gibraltar

Gibraltar is safe for travelers, with a low crime rate and strong police presence, though vigilance against petty theft is advised.

/ 10

Motril

Motril is generally safe for cruise travelers, but visitors should remain vigilant against petty crime in busy tourist areas.

/ 10

Palma De Mallorc

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

/ 10

Cagliari

Cagliari is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates and a welcoming atmosphere, allowing travelers to explore confidently.

/ 10

La Valletta

Valletta is safe for cruise travelers, but they should remain cautious in less populated areas and vigilant in crowded spots to avoid petty theft.

/ 10

Corfu

Travelers to Corfu should remain vigilant in crowded areas to prevent pickpocketing and scams while enjoying the island's attractions.

Cruise Ship

⚓ Tonnage

77,000

vs avg 79,453

🛠️ Year Built

1,996

vs avg 2,002

📏 Length (ft)

—

vs avg —

👥 Passenger Count

1,924

vs avg 2,048

The Explorer has a construction date of 1996 and a total size of 77,000 gross tons. The ship measures — feet in length. Marella Explorer is included in TUI Marella Cruises’s Century class. At full capacity, the Marella Explorer holds 1,924 passengers. That includes 1,924 cruise vacationers and — staff members. The Explorer total number of staterooms is 0.

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What's the weather like on the Marella Explorer April 20, 2024 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 13-night route, April averages 75°F highs and 50°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the April 20, 2024 Marella Explorer itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 7.8 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, averaged across 8 ports. We weight current travel advisories, recent crime data, and Global Peace Index signals — see the Safety Score section above for the full per-port breakdown.

When does the Marella Explorer sail and return on this itinerary?▾

The Marella Explorer departs Las Palmas, Gran Canaria, Canary Islands on Saturday, April 20, 2024 at 11:00 PM and returns on Friday, May 3rd, 2024 at 7:30 AM. Total duration: 13 nights.

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