An Unforgettable Grand Prix Experience with Explora Journeys

Picture this: 

It’s a Sunday afternoon. You’re lolling on your living room sofa, cup of tea in hand, switching the TV on just in time to catch the starting grid of the Grand Prix. Perhaps you’ll drop a message to your friends – “Anyone watching the race?” – as tinny commentary fills your ears, and you settle in for a long afternoon of good old Formula 1 bingeing. 

Now picture this. 

The tantalising buzz in the air as engines hum to life and the starting lights are extinguished one by one. The Golden Age glamour of Monte Carlo, not viewed through a small screen, but all around and right there for the exploring. The roar of F1 cars streaking around bends at heart-stopping speeds, that almost mythical blend of cutting-edge engineering and sleek style close enough to touch.

We don’t know about you, but we know which we’d prefer.

If you’re ready to ditch the ‘Oh well, maybe someday’ mindset and instead embrace the ‘If not now, when?’ then you should look no further than Explora Journeys. 

Boasting a unique global partnership with Formula 1, Explora Journeys offers the ultimate Grand Prix experience, seamlessly blending the pulse-raising exhilaration of the race with the serene luxury of a French Riviera cruise. 

The who’s who of the world’s royals, billionaires and celebrities call these streets home, passing time in the passenger seat of a super car or in the most renowned hotels and restaurants on earth. By day, Monaco’s habitués sip l’Orangerie cocktails beside the harbour whilst by night, the haute-couture clad patrons of the world’s most iconic casino cluster around poker tables and roulette wheels.

Now, Explora Journeys invites you to be part of the picture.

Following the success of 2025’s Monaco Grand Prix voyage, Explora Journeys will be returning to their exclusive spot in Port Hercule for the Monaco Grand Prix 2026 in June. Not only will guests get to revel in their ‘Ocean State of Mind’ amidst the cosmopolitan elegance, spacious accommodation and state-of-the-art amenities of EXPLORA I, but docked just 150 metres from the track, this experience gives a whole new meaning to ‘best seats in the house’. Of course, there’s no need to worry about noisy cruise neighbours (or indeed, any neighbours at all) as EXPLORA I is the only cruise ship permitted to dock in Port Hercule during the Grand Prix. You’ll practically have the whole place to yourself—and of course, the ship’s suites, terraces, bars, lounges, award-winning dining venues and exclusive onboard F1 events are all yours to enjoy. 

Hopefully you get the gist. In terms of what you trip will look like day-to-day, here’s a more detailed breakdown:

Day 1

There’s something special about having the opulent thoroughfares of Monaco all to yourself before the curtain rises on one of the biggest events in the sporting calendar and all eyes are on this tiny principality.

Upon arrival, the excitement aboard EXPLORA I will be palpable, with everything from the intimate cocktail hours down to the carefully curated menus designed to reflect the thrills of the coming days.

Day 2

As you sip a cappuccino from the comfort of your private terrace, you’ll be treated to the sights and sounds of Monaco waking up too, the sun rising over the yacht-studded harbour underscored by the Formula 2 and Formula 3 engines humming to life. With the main events yet to begin, make the most of your stay, shopping ‘til you drop through a parade of iconic designer boutiques, soaking up the region’s history in culture in the old town and majestic Palais Princier or trying your hand at some Trente et Quarante at the Casino.

Day 3

And so it begins…today, the drivers arrive in the Paddock ready for Formula 1 practice whilst the Formula 2 and Formula 3 qualifiers take place. You’ll find that the deck of EXPLORA I is the most perfect of vantage points from which to observe all the action, but if you want to get even closer, why not book 3-day premium Grandstand access or Paddock Club hospitality?

Day 4

F1 fever reaches a boiling point as world-class drivers battle it out for pole position, revving finely tuned V8 engines and barrelling around hairpin turns in some of the most exhilarating racing you will ever witness. 

Best of all, the fun doesn’t stop when you retire for the evening, where you can either unwind in your suite with some 24-hour room service or party the night away with cocktails, themed events, live music and dancing. 

Day 5

And this, this is the moment you have been waiting for. Today is a day which will be burned into your memory for years to come. The electric atmosphere of the Grandstand, the vibrant blur of the cars speeding past, the thundering engines, the intoxicating smell of the tyres and the oil, the lights, pops, bangs, cheers, gasps and frenzy, all of it at your fingertips, all of it setting your senses alight in a way you have to see to believe. As the flag comes down and celebratory fireworks illuminate the streets of Monte-Carlo, you might never want to return to your living room again. 

For F1 fanatics, it’s not enough to simply see the event. You have to live it. 

For that, it has to be Explora Journeys. You can find out more here.