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Explora III September 28-October 15 2026 Cruise & Offers

Quebec City to Quebec City

VoyageEL20260928QUEQUE DatesSeptember 28-October 15 2026 Duration17 nights ShipExplora III

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Explora III September 28-October 15 2026 cruise route map from Quebec City to Quebec City
Official Explora III itinerary map · Quebec City to Quebec City · September 28-October 15 2026

Explora III · September 28-October 15 2026

Ports & destination experiences

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Published journey: An Extended Journey through North American Coastal Treasures & Urban Wonders

Availability status: The official Explora journey page says this sailing is no longer available for these dates. This itinerary remains here as a historical reference; contact Deluxe Cruises to compare current alternatives.

Sep 28, 2026 · Oct 15, 2026 Quebec City 2 published calls · all times below · 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 Quebec City to Quebec City. The destination appears once here while every separate date and time remains listed below. The verified schedule identifies a docked call.

Published schedule

  • Sep 28, 2026 — Depart 19:00 · Docked · Embarkation
  • Oct 15, 2026 — Arrive 09:00 · 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.

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 Quebec City to Quebec 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 Quebec City to Quebec 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 1, 2026 · Oct 5, 2026 · Oct 8, 2026 · Oct 11, 2026 At Sea 4 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 4 published days at sea are grouped once for the Explora III itinerary from Quebec City to Quebec 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

  • Oct 1, 2026 — At sea · Sea day
  • Oct 5, 2026 — At sea · Sea day
  • Oct 8, 2026 — At sea · Sea day
  • Oct 11, 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.

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 Quebec City to Quebec 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 Quebec City to Quebec 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 Quebec City to Quebec 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 Quebec City to Quebec 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 · Depart 19:00 · 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 Quebec City to Quebec City. It follows Newport and precedes At Sea in the verified sequence. The verified schedule identifies a docked call.

Published schedule

  • Oct 7, 2026 — Arrive 07:00 · 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 9, 2026 Portland Arrive 08:00 · Depart 17:00 · Docked

About Portland

Portland is a published Explora Journeys destination in United States. The official itinerary characterises the call as Portland Tenderness, 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, Portland has one published call in United States from Quebec City to Quebec City. It follows At Sea and precedes Saint John (Bay of Fundy) in the verified sequence. The verified schedule identifies a docked call.

Published schedule

  • Oct 9, 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 10, 2026 Saint John (Bay of Fundy) Arrive 09:00 · Depart 19:00 · Docked

About Saint John (Bay of Fundy)

Saint John (Bay of Fundy) is a published Explora Journeys destination in Canada. The official itinerary characterises the call as Genuine Saint John, 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, Saint John (Bay of Fundy) has one published call in Canada from Quebec City to Quebec City. It follows Portland and precedes At Sea in the verified sequence. The verified schedule identifies a docked call.

Published schedule

  • Oct 10, 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 12, 2026 Magdalen Islands Arrive 08:00 · Depart 14:00 · Tender

About Magdalen Islands

Magdalen Islands is a published Explora Journeys destination in Canada. The official itinerary characterises the call as Sand Swept Îles de la Madeleine, 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, Magdalen Islands has one published call in Canada from Quebec City to Quebec City. It follows At Sea and precedes Havre-Saint-Pierre in the verified sequence. The verified schedule identifies tender access.

Published schedule

  • Oct 12, 2026 — Arrive 08:00 · Depart 14:00 · Tender

Destination Experiences

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

Oct 13, 2026 Havre-Saint-Pierre Arrive 09:00 · Depart 18:00 · 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 Quebec City to Quebec City. It follows Magdalen Islands and precedes Baie-Comeau in the verified sequence. The verified schedule identifies a docked call.

Published schedule

  • Oct 13, 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 14, 2026 Baie-Comeau Arrive 09:00 · Depart 18:00 · Docked

About Baie-Comeau

Baie-Comeau is a published Explora Journeys destination in Canada. The official itinerary characterises the call as Baie-Comeau Vistas, 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, Baie-Comeau has one published call in Canada from Quebec City to Quebec City. It follows Havre-Saint-Pierre and precedes Quebec City in the verified sequence. The verified schedule identifies a docked call.

Published schedule

  • Oct 14, 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.

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

Quebec City to Quebec City aboard Explora III

On September 28-October 15 2026, Explora III sails 17 nights from Quebec City to Quebec City. The published route brings together La Baie (Saguenay), Sept-Iles, Charlottetown (Prince Edward Island), Sydney, 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 18 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 28-October 15 2026: is Voyage EL20260928QUEQUE right for you?

This 17-night voyage aboard Explora III sails Quebec City to Quebec City, with calls including La Baie (Saguenay), Sept-Iles, Charlottetown (Prince Edward Island), and Sydney and 1 published sea day. Voyage EL20260928QUEQUE is preserved locally but was not found in the latest verified voyage-search dataset, so current availability must be reconfirmed. 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 should travelers compare for Voyage EL20260928QUEQUE?

For the September 28-October 15 2026 Quebec City to Quebec City, compare the published schedule, accommodation category and location, included services, current availability, and any special requirements before you reserve.

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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 itinerary

  • Pack versatile layers suited to the route and season, including a light sweater and compact wind- and water-resistant outer layer.
  • Bring comfortable, supportive, non-slip walking shoes for piers, steps, cobbled streets, and longer touring days.
  • Add sun protection, a compact umbrella, and clothing that covers shoulders and knees where local religious or cultural sites require modest dress.

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 EL20260928QUEQUE 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 EL20260928QUEQUE: 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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