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Explora III September 17-October 7 2026 Cruise & Offers

Reykjavik to New York City

VoyageEL20260917REYNYC DatesSeptember 17-October 7 2026 Duration20 nights ShipExplora III

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Explora III September 17-October 7 2026 cruise route map from Reykjavik to New York City
Official Explora III itinerary map · Reykjavik to New York City · September 17-October 7 2026

Explora III · September 17-October 7 2026

Ports & destination experiences

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Published journey: A Grand Journey through Icelandic Fjords, Greenlandic Traditions & North American Gems

Sep 17, 2026 Reykjavik Depart 18:00 · Docked

About Reykjavik

Reykjavik is a published Explora Journeys destination in Iceland. The official itinerary characterises the call as Magnetising Reykjavik, providing the destination focus used for this page without implying that a particular tour is included. Use the verified schedule below to understand the time ashore, then ask Deluxe Cruises for current, sailing-specific Destination Experiences.

Sailing context: On this Explora III itinerary, Reykjavik has one published call in Iceland from Reykjavik to New York City. The verified schedule identifies a docked call.

Published schedule

  • Sep 17, 2026 — Depart 18:00 · Docked · Embarkation

Destination Experiences

Destination Experience details for this sailing are not available on this page. Contact Deluxe Cruises for current options and booking guidance.

Sep 18, 2026 Ísafjörður Arrive 08:00 · Depart 17:00 · Docked

About Ísafjörður

Ísafjörður is a published Explora Journeys destination in Iceland. The official itinerary characterises the call as Unchartered Ísafjörður, providing the destination focus used for this page without implying that a particular tour is included. Use the verified schedule below to understand the time ashore, then ask Deluxe Cruises for current, sailing-specific Destination Experiences.

Sailing context: On this Explora III itinerary, Ísafjörður has one published call in Iceland from Reykjavik to New York City. It follows Reykjavik and precedes At Sea in the verified sequence. The verified schedule identifies a docked call.

Published schedule

  • Sep 18, 2026 — Arrive 08:00 · Depart 17:00 · Docked

Destination Experiences

Destination Experience details for this sailing are not available on this page. Contact Deluxe Cruises for current options and booking guidance.

Sep 19, 2026 · Sep 23, 2026 · Sep 24, 2026 · Oct 1, 2026 · Oct 5, 2026 At Sea 5 published sea days

At sea aboard Explora III

These are published sea days rather than destination calls. Their dates and positions remain grouped in the verified route below. No port, arrival time, shore programme, onboard event, or activity is inferred. Deluxe Cruises can help place the sea days in the overall voyage plan and review current sailing details.

Sailing context: These 5 published days at sea are grouped once for the Explora III itinerary from Reykjavik to New York City. Every verified date and position remains in route order below; no port call or destination-experience programme applies to a sea day.

Published schedule

  • Sep 19, 2026 — At sea · Sea day
  • Sep 23, 2026 — At sea · Sea day
  • Sep 24, 2026 — At sea · Sea day
  • Oct 1, 2026 — At sea · Sea day
  • Oct 5, 2026 — At sea · Sea day

Destination Experiences

No shore programme applies to a published sea day. Deluxe Cruises can help with the voyage, suite, and pre-cruise planning details.

Sep 20, 2026 Sailing the Prins Christian Sund waterway Arrive 12:00 · Depart 13:00 · Tender

About Sailing the Prins Christian Sund waterway

Sailing the Prins Christian Sund waterway is a published Explora Journeys destination in Greenland. The official itinerary characterises the call as Sailing Prins Christian Sund Waterway, providing the destination focus used for this page without implying that a particular tour is included. Use the verified schedule below to understand the time ashore, then ask Deluxe Cruises for current, sailing-specific Destination Experiences.

Sailing context: On this Explora III itinerary, Sailing the Prins Christian Sund waterway has one published call in Greenland from Reykjavik to New York City. It follows At Sea and precedes Paamiut in the verified sequence. The verified schedule identifies tender access.

Published schedule

  • Sep 20, 2026 — Arrive 12:00 · Depart 13:00 · Tender

Destination Experiences

Destination Experience details for this sailing are not available on this page. Contact Deluxe Cruises for current options and booking guidance.

Sep 21, 2026 Paamiut Arrive 08:00 · Depart 16:00 · Docked

About Paamiut

Paamiut is a published Explora Journeys destination in Greenland. The official itinerary characterises the call as Paamiut Hush, providing the destination focus used for this page without implying that a particular tour is included. Use the verified schedule below to understand the time ashore, then ask Deluxe Cruises for current, sailing-specific Destination Experiences.

Sailing context: On this Explora III itinerary, Paamiut has one published call in Greenland from Reykjavik to New York City. It follows Sailing the Prins Christian Sund waterway and precedes Nanortalik in the verified sequence. The verified schedule identifies a docked call.

Published schedule

  • Sep 21, 2026 — Arrive 08:00 · Depart 16:00 · Docked

Destination Experiences

Destination Experience details for this sailing are not available on this page. Contact Deluxe Cruises for current options and booking guidance.

Sep 22, 2026 Nanortalik Arrive 09:00 · Depart 17:00 · Tender

About Nanortalik

Nanortalik is a published Explora Journeys destination in Greenland. The official itinerary characterises the call as The Natural Wonders of Nanortalik, providing the destination focus used for this page without implying that a particular tour is included. Use the verified schedule below to understand the time ashore, then ask Deluxe Cruises for current, sailing-specific Destination Experiences.

Sailing context: On this Explora III itinerary, Nanortalik has one published call in Greenland from Reykjavik to New York City. It follows Paamiut and precedes At Sea in the verified sequence. The verified schedule identifies tender access.

Published schedule

  • Sep 22, 2026 — Arrive 09:00 · Depart 17:00 · Tender

Destination Experiences

Destination Experience details for this sailing are not available on this page. Contact Deluxe Cruises for current options and booking guidance.

Sep 25, 2026 Corner Brook (Newfoundland Island) Arrive 08:00 · Depart 16:00 · Docked

About Corner Brook (Newfoundland Island)

Corner Brook (Newfoundland Island) is a published Explora Journeys destination in Canada. The official itinerary characterises the call as Captain Cook’s Corner Brook, providing the destination focus used for this page without implying that a particular tour is included. Use the verified schedule below to understand the time ashore, then ask Deluxe Cruises for current, sailing-specific Destination Experiences.

Sailing context: On this Explora III itinerary, Corner Brook (Newfoundland Island) has one published call in Canada from Reykjavik to New York City. It follows At Sea and precedes Havre-Saint-Pierre in the verified sequence. The verified schedule identifies a docked call.

Published schedule

  • Sep 25, 2026 — Arrive 08:00 · Depart 16:00 · Docked

Destination Experiences

Destination Experience details for this sailing are not available on this page. Contact Deluxe Cruises for current options and booking guidance.

Sep 26, 2026 Havre-Saint-Pierre Arrive 08:00 · Depart 14:00 · Docked

About Havre-Saint-Pierre

Havre-Saint-Pierre is a published Explora Journeys destination in Canada. The official itinerary characterises the call as Havre-Saint-Pierre Reserve, providing the destination focus used for this page without implying that a particular tour is included. Use the verified schedule below to understand the time ashore, then ask Deluxe Cruises for current, sailing-specific Destination Experiences.

Sailing context: On this Explora III itinerary, Havre-Saint-Pierre has one published call in Canada from Reykjavik to New York City. It follows Corner Brook (Newfoundland Island) and precedes Quebec City in the verified sequence. The verified schedule identifies a docked call.

Published schedule

  • Sep 26, 2026 — Arrive 08:00 · Depart 14:00 · Docked

Destination Experiences

Destination Experience details for this sailing are not available on this page. Contact Deluxe Cruises for current options and booking guidance.

Sep 27–28, 2026 Quebec City 2 published calls · all times below · Overnight · Docked

About Quebec City

Quebec City is a published Explora Journeys destination in Canada. The official itinerary characterises the call as Affable Quebec, providing the destination focus used for this page without implying that a particular tour is included. Use the verified schedule below to understand the time ashore, then ask Deluxe Cruises for current, sailing-specific Destination Experiences.

Sailing context: On this Explora III itinerary, Quebec City has 2 published calls in Canada from Reykjavik to New York City. The destination appears once here while every separate date and time remains listed below. The verified schedule identifies a docked call. The published schedule identifies an overnight or extended stay.

Published schedule

  • Sep 27, 2026 — Arrive 18:00 · Docked · Overnight
  • Sep 28, 2026 — Arrive 08:00 · Depart 19:00 · Docked · Overnight

Destination Experiences

Destination Experience details for this sailing are not available on this page. Contact Deluxe Cruises for current options and booking guidance.

Sep 29, 2026 La Baie (Saguenay) Arrive 08:00 · Depart 16:00 · Tender

About La Baie (Saguenay)

La Baie (Saguenay) is a published Explora Journeys destination in Canada. The official itinerary characterises the call as Ecological La Baie, providing the destination focus used for this page without implying that a particular tour is included. Use the verified schedule below to understand the time ashore, then ask Deluxe Cruises for current, sailing-specific Destination Experiences.

Sailing context: On this Explora III itinerary, La Baie (Saguenay) has one published call in Canada from Reykjavik to New York City. It follows Quebec City and precedes Sept-Iles in the verified sequence. The verified schedule identifies tender access.

Published schedule

  • Sep 29, 2026 — Arrive 08:00 · Depart 16:00 · Tender

Destination Experiences

Destination Experience details for this sailing are not available on this page. Contact Deluxe Cruises for current options and booking guidance.

Sep 30, 2026 Sept-Iles Arrive 09:00 · Depart 18:00 · Docked

About Sept-Iles

Sept-Iles is a published Explora Journeys destination in Canada. The official itinerary characterises the call as Quebec’s Côte-Nord Enclave of Sept-Iles, providing the destination focus used for this page without implying that a particular tour is included. Use the verified schedule below to understand the time ashore, then ask Deluxe Cruises for current, sailing-specific Destination Experiences.

Sailing context: On this Explora III itinerary, Sept-Iles has one published call in Canada from Reykjavik to New York City. It follows La Baie (Saguenay) and precedes At Sea in the verified sequence. The verified schedule identifies a docked call.

Published schedule

  • Sep 30, 2026 — Arrive 09:00 · Depart 18:00 · Docked

Destination Experiences

Destination Experience details for this sailing are not available on this page. Contact Deluxe Cruises for current options and booking guidance.

Oct 2, 2026 Charlottetown (Prince Edward Island) Arrive 08:00 · Depart 17:00 · Docked

About Charlottetown (Prince Edward Island)

Charlottetown (Prince Edward Island) is a published Explora Journeys destination in Canada. The official itinerary characterises the call as Charlottetown Origins, providing the destination focus used for this page without implying that a particular tour is included. Use the verified schedule below to understand the time ashore, then ask Deluxe Cruises for current, sailing-specific Destination Experiences.

Sailing context: On this Explora III itinerary, Charlottetown (Prince Edward Island) has one published call in Canada from Reykjavik to New York City. It follows At Sea and precedes Sydney in the verified sequence. The verified schedule identifies a docked call.

Published schedule

  • Oct 2, 2026 — Arrive 08:00 · Depart 17:00 · Docked

Destination Experiences

Destination Experience details for this sailing are not available on this page. Contact Deluxe Cruises for current options and booking guidance.

Oct 3, 2026 Sydney Arrive 08:00 · Depart 17:00 · Docked

About Sydney

Sydney is a published Explora Journeys destination in Canada. The official itinerary characterises the call as Sydney Designs, providing the destination focus used for this page without implying that a particular tour is included. Use the verified schedule below to understand the time ashore, then ask Deluxe Cruises for current, sailing-specific Destination Experiences.

Sailing context: On this Explora III itinerary, Sydney has one published call in Canada from Reykjavik to New York City. It follows Charlottetown (Prince Edward Island) and precedes Halifax in the verified sequence. The verified schedule identifies a docked call.

Published schedule

  • Oct 3, 2026 — Arrive 08:00 · Depart 17:00 · Docked

Destination Experiences

Destination Experience details for this sailing are not available on this page. Contact Deluxe Cruises for current options and booking guidance.

Oct 4, 2026 Halifax Arrive 09:00 · Depart 19:00 · Docked

About Halifax

Halifax is a published Explora Journeys destination in Canada. The official itinerary characterises the call as Halifax Panache, providing the destination focus used for this page without implying that a particular tour is included. Use the verified schedule below to understand the time ashore, then ask Deluxe Cruises for current, sailing-specific Destination Experiences.

Sailing context: On this Explora III itinerary, Halifax has one published call in Canada from Reykjavik to New York City. It follows Sydney and precedes At Sea in the verified sequence. The verified schedule identifies a docked call.

Published schedule

  • Oct 4, 2026 — Arrive 09:00 · Depart 19:00 · Docked

Destination Experiences

Destination Experience details for this sailing are not available on this page. Contact Deluxe Cruises for current options and booking guidance.

Oct 6, 2026 Newport Arrive 08:00 · Depart 17:00 · Docked

About Newport

Newport is a published Explora Journeys destination in United States. The official itinerary characterises the call as Refined Rhode Island, providing the destination focus used for this page without implying that a particular tour is included. Use the verified schedule below to understand the time ashore, then ask Deluxe Cruises for current, sailing-specific Destination Experiences.

Sailing context: On this Explora III itinerary, Newport has one published call in United States from Reykjavik to New York City. It follows At Sea and precedes New York City in the verified sequence. The verified schedule identifies a docked call.

Published schedule

  • Oct 6, 2026 — Arrive 08:00 · Depart 17:00 · Docked

Destination Experiences

Destination Experience details for this sailing are not available on this page. Contact Deluxe Cruises for current options and booking guidance.

Oct 7, 2026 New York City Arrive 07:00 · Docked

About New York City

New York City is a published Explora Journeys destination in United States. The official itinerary characterises the call as A Bite of New York, providing the destination focus used for this page without implying that a particular tour is included. Use the verified schedule below to understand the time ashore, then ask Deluxe Cruises for current, sailing-specific Destination Experiences.

Sailing context: On this Explora III itinerary, New York City has one published call in United States from Reykjavik to New York City. The verified schedule identifies a docked call.

Published schedule

  • Oct 7, 2026 — Arrive 07:00 · Docked · Disembarkation

Destination Experiences

Destination Experience details for this sailing are not available on this page. Contact Deluxe Cruises for current options and booking guidance.

Schedule source status: Dates, sea days, port codes, published arrival and departure times, and dock or tender status are transcribed from the official Explora journey detail page.

A closer look at this sailing

Reykjavik to New York City aboard Explora III

On September 17-October 7 2026, Explora III sails 20 nights from Reykjavik to New York City. The published route brings together Ísafjörður, Sailing the Prins Christian Sund waterway, Paamiut, Nanortalik, creating a specific progression of ports for travelers comparing destination variety and voyage pace.

This route includes an official day-by-day schedule and published port times. The source lists 21 route entries, including embarkation, disembarkation, scenic passages, and any sea days exactly as published.

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Luxury cruise planning summary

Explora III September 17-October 7 2026: is Voyage EL20260917REYNYC right for you?

This 20-night voyage aboard Explora III sails Reykjavik to New York City, with calls including Ísafjörður, Sailing the Prins Christian Sund waterway, Paamiut, and Nanortalik and 1 published sea day. Voyage EL20260917REYNYC matches the latest verified voyage-search dataset used by this website. Before reserving, ask Deluxe Cruises to compare accommodations, deck location, inclusions, current availability, and any family, medical, dietary, or accessibility arrangements for this exact departure. Explora III is described as active — entered service 24 July 2026; published specifications, facilities, and delivery timing remain planned and subject to change.

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What are Explora III's verified headline statistics?
461Ocean-front suites
5Heated pools
6Restaurants
12Bars and lounges
1.25:1Guest-to-host ratio
What clothes should I bring for this September itinerary?

Deluxe Cruises packing guidance for this September polar or high-latitude itinerary

  • Pack insulating base, mid, and outer layers, plus waterproof and windproof protection appropriate to the operator's final expedition kit list.
  • Bring warm headwear, gloves, UV eye protection, and secure non-slip footwear; confirm whether expedition boots or technical outerwear are supplied or must be brought.
  • Conditions and landing access can change quickly. Follow the final voyage documents rather than treating this general list as an expedition equipment guarantee.

Explora Journeys dress guidance

  • Explora Journeys has no formal evenings.
  • Comfortable clothing is suitable by day; swimwear, bathrobes and workout attire are not appropriate in restaurants or indoor bars.
  • From 6 p.m., restaurants, indoor bars and lounges follow elevated resort-casual guidance. Sleeveless T-shirts, baseball caps, sportswear and informal beach footwear are not accepted; tailored shorts are accepted except in Anthology.

Packing suggestions are Deluxe Cruises editorial guidance; the cruise line's final documents and the weather forecast control the last check.

What services and amenities are available aboard Explora III?
  • Published line-wide amenities include complimentary standard Wi-Fi, 24-hour Guest Services, in-suite dining, pools, Ocean Wellness facilities, restaurants, bars, lounges and the Nautilus Club for younger travellers.
  • The current FAQ describes three heated outdoor pools, including an adults-only pool, a heated indoor pool, a spa hydrotherapy pool and 64 private cabanas; exact operation can vary by ship and weather.
  • Enhanced internet packages and selected personal, spa and specialty services can carry additional charges.
  • Elevators serve guest decks, but the exact accessible route and venue availability must be checked on the selected ship.

Venues, hours, inclusions, equipment, and operating conditions can vary by ship and sailing. Deluxe Cruises will reconfirm the details for this departure.

What fitness, sports, or wellness facilities does Explora III have?
  • Ocean Wellness advertises more than 270 square metres or 2,906 square feet of indoor and outdoor fitness space, current exercise equipment, a panoramic running track and studios for group or personal sessions.
  • Published sports-court activities include padel, touch tennis, pickleball and basketball.
  • Fitness facilities are for guests aged 16 or older, with appropriate attire and footwear required.

Class schedules, age rules, treatment access, operating hours, and equipment availability are confirmed for the exact ship and voyage.

What accommodation features and services can Explora III guests expect?
  • The fleet is advertised as all-suite and oceanfront; every suite has an ocean view, and published ship material identifies private terraces across the accommodation collection.
  • Published suite features include television, telephone, blackout curtains, safe, private-bar refrigerator, independent climate control, 110V and 220V power, European and North American sockets, USB charging and wireless charging; adapters may be requested.
  • Most suites have walk-in showers, while bathtubs and third- or fourth-guest occupancy depend on the exact category.
  • Two guest laundry rooms are advertised on Decks 9 and 10 with hypoallergenic detergent; host and residence-manager services vary by accommodation collection.

Review the exact room or suite number, category, deck position, layout, and benefits for Voyage EL20260917REYNYC before reserving.

Can children and babies sail aboard Explora III?
  • Infants must be at least 6 months old at the start of the journey.
  • Long itineraries with multiple consecutive sea days apply stricter infant limits; verify the booking terms that govern the exact reservation because regional wording differs.
  • Nautilus Club is designed for ages 6 through 17. Children ages 3 through 5 may use designated sessions only with a parent or guardian, and infants have no organised club programme.
  • Cribs are available on request in limited quantities. Children who are not toilet trained may not use pools or whirlpools.
  • Minors must travel with a parent or legal guardian, with the controlling age threshold depending on the departure jurisdiction and booking terms; children under 12 must be supervised and may not occupy a suite alone.
  • Explora Journeys cannot accommodate a guest who will be more than 23 weeks and 6 days pregnant at any time during the journey.
  • Before that threshold, the line requires an obstetrician's letter confirming the due date, a low-risk pregnancy and fitness to travel without specialist obstetric or neonatal care.

For Voyage EL20260917REYNYC: do not assume a supervised program, babysitting, crib, or child-specific service unless it is confirmed for this sailing.

How does Explora III handle special needs, medical arrangements, and accessibility?
  • Accessibility, mobility and medical requirements should be disclosed at booking, with equipment information supplied before final payment.
  • Accessible suites are published on the applicable deck plans; exact inventory and features must be checked by ship and category.
  • Explora Journeys does not provide wheelchairs or scooters onboard, although requested embarkation or disembarkation assistance may be available.
  • Pool lifts are published at the Atoll Pool on Deck 10 and Conservatory Pool on Deck 11 on the current ships covered by the FAQ.
  • A portable hearing-support kit may provide door, telephone and emergency alerts, amplification, a bed shaker, strobe detector and TTY equipment.
  • Qualified service dogs may be accepted with advance notice and all destination documentation; port restrictions remain controlling.
  • A medical centre with full-time doctors and nurses is available around the clock for emergencies, with scheduled routine clinics; it is not equivalent to a land hospital.
  • Relevant medical conditions must be disclosed at booking, and a fitness certificate may be required.
  • Portable oxygen concentrators and CPAP devices may be accepted with advance disclosure and guest-supplied equipment; oxygen arrangements must be declared before final payment.
  • Hemodialysis is not offered. Independently managed peritoneal dialysis may be considered with advance notification and all required supplies.

Important: access varies by accommodation, gangway, pier, tender, shore transport, and operating conditions. Document needs when requesting the booking and reconfirm them before travel.

What is the smoking policy aboard Explora III?
  • Smoking, including electronic cigarettes, is permitted only in clearly designated areas.
  • Smoking is prohibited in suites and on suite terraces, in food-service and childcare areas, in medical centres, corridors, elevator foyers, assembly or departure areas, public toilets and every other non-designated space.
  • The line publishes at least one designated bar area and one signed side of the principal outer pool deck; follow current onboard signs.

Designated locations and onboard rules can change. Follow the policy, posted signs, and crew instructions in force for the voyage.

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