Explora Journeys has signed a Letter of Intent with Dutch shipbuilder Den Breejen Shipyard for the construction of its first luxury river ships, marking the brand’s planned entry into river cruising on Europe’s waterways.
The move extends Explora Journeys’ Ocean State of Mind concept, which pairs the freedom of ocean travel with European hospitality and design, into the river cruise category.
Details on ship design, onboard experiences, delivery schedules and initial itineraries have not yet been released. Sales are planned to open in 2027.
Fleet context
Explora Journeys currently operates EXPLORA I and EXPLORA II, launched in 2023 and 2024 respectively, alongside EXPLORA III, the brand’s first LNG-powered ship, which joined the fleet in 2026. EXPLORA IV is due in early 2027, with EXPLORA V and EXPLORA VI following through 2027 and into 2028.
