A Journey of Ritzy Riviera Hideaways and Italian Icons

7 nights - 11 Aug 2025

Explora II | Mediterranean

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Itinerary

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Barcelona

The infinite variety of street life, the nooks and crannies of the medieval Barri Gòtic, the ceramic tile and stained glass of Art Nouveau facades, the art and music, the throb of street life, the food (ah, the food!)—one way or another, Barcelona will find a way to get your full attent ... Read More

Day 1

11 August 2025

Barcelona

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Day 2

12 August 2025

At Sea

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Day 3

13 August 2025

Saint-Tropez

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Day 4

14 August 2025

Monte-Carlo

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Day 5

15 August 2025

Ajaccio, Corsica

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Day 6

16 August 2025

Porto Cervo

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Day 7

17 August 2025

Livorno

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Day 8

18 August 2025

Civitavecchia

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Barcelona

Saint-Tropez

Monte-Carlo

Ajaccio, Corsica

Considered Corsica’s primary commercial and cultural hub, the largest city and regional capital of Ajaccio is situated on the west coast of the island, approximately 644 km (400 miles) southeast of Marseille, France. Founded in 1492, vestiges of ancient Corsica in this ville impériale r ... Read More

Livorno

Civitavecchia

Italy's vibrant capital lives in the present, but no other city on earth evokes its past so powerfully. For over 2,500 years, emperors, popes, artists, and common citizens have left their mark here. Archaeological remains from ancient Rome, art-stuffed churches, and the treasures of Vatica ... Read More

11 August 2025

Barcelona

12 August 2025

At Sea

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13 August 2025

Saint-Tropez

At first glance, it really doesn't look all that impressive. There's a pretty port with cafés charging €5 for a coffee and a picturesque old town in sugared-almond hues, but there are many prettier in the hills nearby. There are sandy beaches, rare enough on the Riviera, and old-fashioned squares with plane trees and pétanque players, but these are a dime a dozen throughout Provence. So what made St-Tropez an internationally known locale? Two words: Brigitte Bardot. When this pulpeuse (voluptuous) teenager showed up in St-Tropez on the arm of Roger Vadim in 1956 to film And God Created Woman, the heads of the world snapped around. Neither the gentle descriptions of writer Guy de Maupassant (1850–93), nor the watercolor tones of Impressionist Paul Signac (1863–1935), nor the stream of painters who followed (including Matisse and Bonnard) could focus the world's attention on this seaside hamlet as did this one sensual woman in a scarf, Ray-Bans, and capris. Vanity Fair ran a big article, "Saint Tropez Babylon," detailing the over-the-top petrodollar parties, megayachts, and Beyoncé–d paparazzi. But don't be turned off: the next year, Stewart, Tabori & Chang released an elegant coffee-table book, Houses of St-Tropez, packed with photos of supremely tasteful and pretty residences, many occupied by fashion designers, artists, and writers. Once a hangout for Colette, Anaïs Nin, and Françoise Sagan, the town still earns its old moniker, the "Montparnasse of the Mediterranean." Yet you might be surprised to find that this byword for billionaires is so small and insulated. The lack of train service, casinos, and chain hotels keeps it that way. Yet fame, in a sense, came too fast for St-Trop. Unlike the chic resorts farther east, it didn't have the decades-old reputation of the sort that would attract visitors all year around. For a good reason: its location on the south side of the gulf puts it at the mercy of the terrible mistral winter winds. So, in summer the crowds descend and the prices rise into the stratosphere. In July and August, you must be carefree about the sordid matter of cash. After all, at the most Dionysian nightclub in town, a glass of tap water goes for $37 and when the mojo really gets going, billionaires think nothing of "champagne-spraying" the partying crowds—think World Series celebrations but with $1,000 bottles of Roederer Cristal instead of Gatorade. Complaining about summer crowds, overpricing, and lack of customer service has become a tourist sport and yet this is what makes St-Tropez—described by the French daily newspaper Le Figaro as the place you can see "the greatest number of faces per square meter"—as intriguing as it is seductive.

14 August 2025

Monte-Carlo

On one of the best stretches of the Mediterranean, this classic luxury destination is one of the most sought-after addresses in the world. With all the high-rise towers you have to look hard to find the Belle Époque grace of yesteryear. But if you head to the town's great 1864 landmark Hôtel de Paris—still a veritable crossroads of the buffed and befurred Euro-gentry—or enjoy a grand bouffe at its famous Louis XV restaurant, or attend the opera, or visit the ballrooms of the casino, you may still be able to conjure up Monaco's elegant past. Prince Albert II, a political science graduate from Amherst College, traces his ancestry to Otto Canella, who was born in 1070. The Grimaldi dynasty began with Otto's great-great-great-grandson, Francesco Grimaldi, also known as Frank the Rogue. Expelled from Genoa, Frank and his cronies disguised themselves as monks and in 1297 seized the fortified medieval town known today as Le Rocher (the Rock). Except for a short break under Napoléon, the Grimaldis have been here ever since, which makes them the oldest reigning family in Europe. In the 1850s a Grimaldi named Charles III made a decision that turned the Rock into a giant blue chip. Needing revenue but not wanting to impose additional taxes on his subjects, he contracted with a company to open a gambling facility. The first spin of the roulette wheel was on December 14, 1856. There was no easy way to reach Monaco then—no carriage roads or railroads—so no one came. Between March 15 and March 20, 1857, one person entered the casino—and won two francs. In 1868, however, the railroad reached Monaco, and it was filled with Englishmen who came to escape the London fog. The effects were immediate. Profits were so great that Charles eventually abolished all direct taxes. Almost overnight, a threadbare principality became an elegant watering hole for European society. Dukes (and their mistresses) and duchesses (and their gigolos) danced and dined their way through a world of spinning roulette wheels and bubbling champagne—preening themselves for nights at the opera, where such artists as Vaslav Nijinsky, Sarah Bernhardt, and Enrico Caruso came to perform. Along with the tax system, its sensational position on a broad, steep peninsula that bulges into the Mediterranean—its harbor sparkling with luxury cruisers, its posh mansions angling awnings toward the nearly perpetual sun—continues to draw the rich and famous. One of the latest French celebrities to declare himself "Monégasque," thus giving up his French passport, is superchef Alain Ducasse, who said that he made the choice out of affection for Monaco rather than tax reasons. Pleasure boats vie with luxury cruisers in their brash beauty and Titanic scale, and teams of handsome young men—themselves dyed blond and tanned to match—scour and polish every gleaming surface. As you might expect, all this glitz doesn't come cheap. Eating is expensive, and even the most modest hotels cost more here than in nearby Nice or Menton. As for taxis, they don't even have meters so you are completely at the driver's mercy (with prices skyrocketing during events such as the Grand Prix). For the frugal, Monaco is the ultimate day-trip, although parking is as coveted as a room with a view. At the very least you can afford a coffee at Starbucks. The harbor district, known as La Condamine, connects the new quarter, officially known as Monte Carlo with Monaco-Ville (or Le Rocher), a medieval town on the Rock, topped by the palace, the cathedral, and the Oceanography Museum. Have no fear that you'll need to climb countless steps to get to Monaco-Ville, as there are plenty of elevators and escalators climbing the steep cliffs. But shuttling between the lovely casino grounds of Monte Carlo and Old Monaco, separated by a vast port, is a daunting proposition for ordinary mortals without wings, so hop on the No. 1 bus from Saint Roman, or No. 2 from the Jardin Exotique - Both stop at Place du Casino and come up to Monaco Ville.

15 August 2025

Ajaccio, Corsica

16 August 2025

Porto Cervo

17 August 2025

Livorno

Livorno is a gritty city with a long and interesting history. In the early Middle Ages it alternately belonged to Pisa and Genoa. In 1421 Florence, seeking access to the sea, bought it. Cosimo I (1519–74) started construction of the harbor in 1571, putting Livorno on the map. After Ferdinando I de' Medici (1549–1609) proclaimed Livorno a free city, it became a haven for people suffering from religious persecution; Roman Catholics from England and Jews and Moors from Spain and Portugal, among others, settled here. The Quattro Mori (Four Moors), also known as the Monument to Ferdinando I, commemorates this. (The statue of Ferdinando I dates from 1595, the bronze Moors by Pietro Tacca from the 1620s.)In the following centuries, and particularly in the 18th, Livorno boomed as a port. In the 19th century the town drew a host of famous Britons passing through on their grand tours. Its prominence continued up to World War II, when it was heavily bombed. Much of the town's architecture, therefore, postdates the war, and it's somewhat difficult to imagine what it might have looked like before. Livorno has recovered from the war, however, as it's become a huge point of departure for container ships, as well as the only spot in Tuscany for cruise ships to dock for the day.Most of Livorno's artistic treasures date from the 17th century and aren't all that interesting unless you dote on obscure baroque artists. Livorno's most famous native artist, Amedeo Modigliani (1884–1920), was of much more recent vintage. Sadly, there's no notable work by him in his hometown.There may not be much in the way of art, but it's still worth strolling around the city. The Mercato Nuovo, which has been around since 1894, sells all sorts of fruits, vegetables, grains, meat, and fish. Outdoor markets nearby are also chock-full of local color. The presence of Camp Darby, an American military base just outside town, accounts for the availability of many American products.If you have time, Livorno is worth a stop for lunch or dinner at the very least.

18 August 2025

Civitavecchia

*This holiday is generally suitable for persons with reduced mobility. For customers with reduced mobility or any medical condition that may require special assistance or arrangements to be made, please notify your Cruise Concierge at the time of your enquiry, so that we can provide specific information as to the suitability of the holiday, as well as make suitable arrangements with the Holiday Provider on your behalf.

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Gelateria & Creperie at The Conservatory

Anthology

A Gastronomic Adventure

As our signature fine-dining experience, Anthology elevates Italian cuisine, offering an unparalleled gastronomic adventure.

On the menu, created by our esteemed Head of Culinary, Franck Garanger, each dish is a celebration of Italy’s finest regional ingredients and flavours.

From the renowned flavours of Piedmont’s truffle-rich countryside in the North, to the famed specialities of Italy’s South, each plate celebrates the local produce and time-honoured techniques of every region in Italy.

The menu is an ingenious display of creativity – a vibrant tapestry of regional flavours and authentic ingredients which invites guests to immerse themselves in the different styles and tastes of Italy’s universally loved cuisine.

Contemporary, Refined Elegance

With the opportunity to dine outdoors, Anthology offers an intimate yet elevated dining atmosphere with flawless, attentive service.

Indoor seating: 48
Outdoor seating: 22
Open for dinner
Reservations recommended
An Exclusive Experience Fee Applies
Located on Deck 5

Enchanting Explorations

The Enchanting Explorations are the definition of distinction for bespoke groups seeking peerless experiences.

Meticulously designed to usher in next-level exclusivity for small, agile groups seeking peerless experiences, and to witness moments that are off limits to most. You may find yourself in a silent Sistine Chapel after it closes to the public. Perhaps you will sail along the coastline of enchanting Mykonos on a relaxing and captivating catamaran cruise of the south coast, home to some of the island’s best beaches. Or indulge in top-line dinner reservations to a restaurant with a 2-year wait list.

Journeys Lounge

Mixology, enrichment and entertainment continuously evolving throughout the day.

The most spacious onboard lounge features mixology specialists, enrichment activities and cabaret-style entertainment daily. This venue is designed to continuously evolve and transform throughout the day along with the ocean journey.

Indoor seating: 210
Located on Deck 4

Ocean Wellness The Spa

A calming space designed to reconnect guests to themselves – influenced at every level by the calming presence of the ocean.

The spa is where the pressures of daily life dissipate to insignificance amidst a sensory journey to the Ocean State of Mind.

Facilities

Steam Room
Steam shower (in private spa suites)
Hydrotherapy pool
Finnish sauna
Salt cave
Experience shower
Ice fall
Heated marble loungers
Relaxation room

* Spa treatments, including massages and facials, require a minimum age of 12 years old, with parental supervision. Access to our Wellness Area and thermal facilities is reserved for our guests aged 16 years old and above.

11 Treatment Rooms in total of which

2 Private Spa Suites with a dedicated outdoor relaxation area
1 Double treatment room
7 single treatment rooms
1 single treatment room for specialised skin treatments - the Medi Luxe Treatments by Dr Levy Switzerland
Outdoor relaxation area

* Spa treatments cannot be booked until 60 days prior to the journey.

The Spa Facilities:

Steam Room - A regenerating oasis of psycho-physical wellbeing. Air, steam, and scented fragrances combine and gently rest on the skin, making natural exfoliation easier and increasing perspiration.
Experience Shower - A multi-sensory journey, the warm shower is complete with fragrances and soft colour lights, offering moments of utmost pleasure – either at the beginning or at the end of the day.
Hydrotherapy Pool - Designed to create moments of authentic psycho-physical regeneration.
Finnish Sauna - The ideal space to unwind, reduce stress, strengthen airways, relax your muscles, and oxygenate your tissues.
Salt Cave - Walls are covered in Himalayan salt bricks, allowing guests to inhale Himalayan salt-infused air, which releases negative ions into the air.
Steam Shower - A shower that combines the relaxing heat of the steam and the regenerating freshness of water. (* Available within private Spa suites)
Ice Fall - The Ice Fall regenerates the body after intense heat exposure in the Finnish Sauna or Steam Room.
Heated Marble Loungers - Equipped with an infrared system that radiates the heat on the whole stone surface.

Deck 14

Sports Court
Whirlpool
Panorama Lounge
Sky Bar On 14

Deck 12

Helios Pool & Lounge (Adults Only)
Running Track
Whirlpools
Lift

Deck 11

Explora Lounge
Private Dining Room
Malt Whiskey Bar
Chef's Kitchen
Children & Teens Area
The Conservatory Pool & Bar
Indoor Whirlpool
Gelateria & Creperie
Emporium Marketplace Restaurant
Emporium Marketplace Restaurant Outdoor Seating
Lift

Deck 10

Ocean Wellness Fitness Centre
Atoll Pool & Bar
Upper Aft Pool & Lounge
Grand Penthouse
Deluxe Penthouse
Cove Residence
Premier Penthouse
Ocean Terrace Suite
Lift

Deck 9

Retreat Residence
Ocean Terrace Suite
Cove Residence
Grand Penthouse
Premier Penthouse
Deluxe Penthouse
Penthouse
Serenity Residence
Lift

Deck 8

Owner's Residence
Retreat Residence
Ocean Terrace Suite
Penthouse
Premier Penthouse
Grand Penthouse
Cove Residence
Lift

Deck 7

Retreat Residence
Ocean Grand Terrace Suite
Ocean Terrace Suite
Grand Penthouse
Cove Residence
Deluxe Penthouse
Penthouse
Serenity Residence
Lift

Deck 6

Cocoon Residence
Penthouse
Deluxe Penthouse
Ocean Grand Terrace Suite
Ocean Terrace Suite
Grand Penthouse
Cove Residence
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Deck 5

Ocean Wellness The Spa
Future Journeys Ambassadors
Anthology Restaurant
Crema Café
Marble & Co. Grill Restaurant
Galleria D'Arte
MSC Foundation
Astern Lounge
Sakura Restaurant
Astern Pool & Bar
Lift

Deck 4

Journeys Lounge
The Casino
Guest Services
Destination Experiences
Shops
Lobby & Lobby Bar
Med Yacht Club Restaurant
Fil Rouge Restaurant
Lift

Deck 3

Medical Centre
Marina Lounge
Marina Deck

Explora II Cabins & Suites

Suite

Owner's Residence

The iconic Owner’s Residence creates the largest living space on-board, with multiple harmonious spaces in which to relax, entertain and unwind.

Stand in awe of the panoramic ocean views from your private outdoor terrace – extending over the full ship's width – with a spacious infinity whirlpool, and enjoy intuitive, intelligent, dedicated private butler services by the Residence Manager.

Every aspect of the design of our Owner’s Residence reflects the meticulous curation of all details, conscious at all times of our commitment to sustainability.

Features

Dedicated private butler services by the Residence Manager
Oversized floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the sea
Separate living, dining and sleeping areas
Abundant lounge area
Dining table for 8 guests
Spacious work desk area
In-suite welcome bottle of Dom Pérignon
Private bar, replenished according to the guests’ preferences
Espresso machine, kettle and tea pot with a complimentary selection of coffee and teas
Complimentary personal refillable water bottle for each guest
Pair of binoculars for guests' use during their journey
Technogym Bench and Technogym Case Kit for an efficient in-suite fitness experience
Laptop-size safe
Guest lavatory and powder room
Butler pantry area

Bedroom

Bespoke king-sized bed sleep system - size: 200 x 200 cm (79 x 79 in)
Down duvets and pillows
Fine bed linens
Extensive pillow selection
Oversized dressing room

Outdoors

Panoramic ocean-front terrace covering the full ship’s width, with a private outdoor spacious whirlpool, day beds, a dining table, lounge area, shower and sun loungers

Bathroom

Luxurious marble double vanity bathroom
Large bathtub and a walk-in shower
Private steam room
Plush bathrobes and bath linens
Custom bath toiletries and amenities
Dyson Supersonic TM hairdryer and illuminated make-up/shaving mirror
Additional guest powder room

Butler Service

Packing and unpacking to the guests’ preferences
Pressing and laundering assistance
Private in-suite dining
Itinerary and transport planning
Celebrations planning
Onboard and ashore reservations assistance

Stats

Total Suite area: 280 sqm (3,014 sq ft)
Suite: 155 sqm (1,668 sq ft)
Terrace: 125 sqm (1,345 sq ft)
Maximum capacity: 2 adults and 1 child under 2 years old (in a baby cot) A connecting Ocean Terrace suite can be reserved additionally, allowing for a total maximum capacity of 4 adults or 3 adults and 1 child under 18 years old

*All images are a combination of photography and artist renderings.

The artist representations and interior decorations, finishes, and furnishings are provided for illustrative purposes only.