--- type: cruise schema_type: TouristTrip id: 3b61c796-a5f6-4041-877b-ec5508c45521 slug: 2289302 voyage_code: EUX2808 cruise_line: Hapag-Lloyd Cruises ship: MS EUROPA 2 departure_date: return_date: nights: 12 embarkation_port: Bilbao/Spain disembarkation_port: Hamburg, Germany starting_price_usd: bookable: false last_updated: 2026-10-19T12:06:34Z --- # Indulgence along the coasts of Western Europe - Bilbao to Hamburg > Hapag-Lloyd Cruises · MS EUROPA 2 · Apr 16 – 28, 2028   (12 nights) ## Quick Facts | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | **Cruise Line** | Hapag-Lloyd Cruises | | **Ship** | MS EUROPA 2 | | **Duration** | 12 nights | | **Departure Date** | N/A | | **Return Date** | N/A | | **Embarkation Port** | Bilbao/Spain | | **Disembarkation Port** | Hamburg, Germany | | **Starting Price** | N/A USD per person | | **Voyage Code** | EUX2808 | ## Itinerary ### Day 1: Bilbao/Spain **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Bilbao, an industrial port city in northern Spain, is surrounded by green mountains. It’s the de facto capital of Basque Country, with a skyscraper-filled downtown. It’s famed for the Frank Gehry–designed Guggenheim Museum Bilbao, which sparked revitalization when it opened in 1997. The museum houses prominent modern and contemporary works, but it’s the curvy, titanium-clad building that receives the most attention. ### Day 2: Bilbao/Spain **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM Bilbao, an industrial port city in northern Spain, is surrounded by green mountains. It’s the de facto capital of Basque Country, with a skyscraper-filled downtown. It’s famed for the Frank Gehry–designed Guggenheim Museum Bilbao, which sparked revitalization when it opened in 1997. The museum houses prominent modern and contemporary works, but it’s the curvy, titanium-clad building that receives the most attention. ### Day 3: La Pallice, La Rochelle, France **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM La Pallice is the commercial deep-water port of La Rochelle, France. During the Fall of France, on 19 June 1940, approximately 6,000 Polish soldiers in exile under the command of Stanisław Sosabowski ### Day 4: Bordeaux **Arrives:** 05:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Situated on the Garonne River, 70 miles inland from the Atlantic, Bordeaux's origin can be traced back to the 3rd century when it was Aquitaine's Roman capital called Burdigala. From 1154 to 1453, the town prospered under the rule of the English, whose fondness for the region's red wines gave impetus to the local wine industry. At various times, Bordeaux even served as the nation's capital: in 1870, at the beginning of World War I, and for two weeks in 1940 before the Vichy government was procla... ### Day 5: Bordeaux **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Situated on the Garonne River, 70 miles inland from the Atlantic, Bordeaux's origin can be traced back to the 3rd century when it was Aquitaine's Roman capital called Burdigala. From 1154 to 1453, the town prospered under the rule of the English, whose fondness for the region's red wines gave impetus to the local wine industry. At various times, Bordeaux even served as the nation's capital: in 1870, at the beginning of World War I, and for two weeks in 1940 before the Vichy government was procla... ### Day 6: Bordeaux **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 AM Situated on the Garonne River, 70 miles inland from the Atlantic, Bordeaux's origin can be traced back to the 3rd century when it was Aquitaine's Roman capital called Burdigala. From 1154 to 1453, the town prospered under the rule of the English, whose fondness for the region's red wines gave impetus to the local wine industry. At various times, Bordeaux even served as the nation's capital: in 1870, at the beginning of World War I, and for two weeks in 1940 before the Vichy government was procla... ### Day 7: Brest **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM Brest (French pronunciation: [bʁɛst] (About this soundlisten);[3] Breton pronunciation: [bʀest][4]) is a port city in the Finistère département in Brittany. Located in a sheltered bay not far from the western tip of the peninsula, and the western extremity of metropolitan France,[5] Brest is an important harbour and the second French military port after Toulon. ### Day 8: St. Malo, France **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM Saint-Malo is a port city in Brittany, in France's northwest. Tall granite walls surround the old town, which was once a stronghold for privateers (pirates approved by the king). The Saint-Malo Cathedral, in the center of the old town, is built in Romanesque and Gothic styles and features stained-glass windows depicting city history. Nearby is La Demeure de Corsaire, an 18th-century privateer’s house and museum. ### Day 9: Honfleur/France **Arrives:** 09:45 AM · **Departs:** 09:00 PM Honfleur is a city in the department of Calvados, in northern France's Normandy region. It's on the estuary where the Seine river meets the English Channel. The Vieux-Bassin (old harbor), lined with 16th- to 18th-century townhouses, has been a subject for artists including Claude Monet and native son Eugène Boudin. Nearby is 15th-century St. Catherine's Church, a vaulted timber structure erected by shipbuilders. ### Day 10: Antwerp, Belgium **Arrives:** 07:00 PM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Antwerp is a port city on Belgium’s River Scheldt, with history dating to the Middle Ages. In its center, the centuries-old Diamond District houses thousands of diamond traders, cutters and polishers. Antwerp’s Flemish Renaissance architecture is typified by the Grote Markt, a central square in the old town. At the 17th-century Rubens House, period rooms display works by the Flemish Baroque painter Peter Paul Rubens. ### Day 11: Antwerp, Belgium **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM Antwerp is a port city on Belgium’s River Scheldt, with history dating to the Middle Ages. In its center, the centuries-old Diamond District houses thousands of diamond traders, cutters and polishers. Antwerp’s Flemish Renaissance architecture is typified by the Grote Markt, a central square in the old town. At the 17th-century Rubens House, period rooms display works by the Flemish Baroque painter Peter Paul Rubens. ### Day 12: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 13: Hamburg, Germany **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Hamburg, a major port city in northern Germany, is connected to the North Sea by the Elbe River. It's crossed by hundreds of canals, and also contains large areas of parkland. Near its core, Inner Alster lake is dotted with boats and surrounded by cafes. The city's central Jungfernstieg boulevard connects the Neustadt (new town) with the Altstadt (old town), home to landmarks like 18th-century St. Michael’s Church. ## Pricing Prices shown are per person based on double occupancy in USD. | Cabin Type | Starting Price | |------------|----------------| | Suite | $9,108 | ## Cabin Options ### Suite Cabins **Ocean Suite** (Code: 03O) Living area: 28 m² (301 ft²) Veranda: 7 m² (75 ft²) Natural light in the bathroom Bathroom with two sinks Whirlpool tub and separate shower Separate toilet Free mini bar **Grand Ocean Suite** (Code: 06) Private oasis of wellbeing and stylish relaxation zone – in the Spa Suite, everyday life is nothing but a distant memory. Indulge your body and soul at the highest level – with warm shades and a spa bathroom with panoramic views of the sea. Living area: 42 m²; veranda: 10 m². Bathroom with two w... **Ocean Suite** (Code: 04O) Living area: 28 m² (301 ft²) Veranda: 7 m² (75 ft²) Natural light in the bathroom Bathroom with two sinks Whirlpool tub and separate shower Separate toilet Free mini bar **Veranda Suite** (Code: 03V) Living area: 28 m² (301 ft²) Veranda: 7 m² (75 ft²) Walk-in wardrobe Exclusive living area with a chaise longue Bathtub and separate shower Free mini bar **Veranda Suite** (Code: 05) Living area: 28 m² (301 ft²) Veranda: 7 m² (75 ft²) Walk-in wardrobe Exclusive living area with a chaise longue Bathtub and separate shower Free mini bar **Veranda Suite** (Code: 02V) Living area: 28 m² (301 ft²) Veranda: 7 m² (75 ft²) Walk-in wardrobe Exclusive living area with a chaise longue Bathtub and separate shower Free mini bar **Veranda Suite** (Code: 04V) Living area: 28 m² (301 ft²) Veranda: 7 m² (75 ft²) Walk-in wardrobe Exclusive living area with a chaise longue Bathtub and separate shower Free mini bar **Grand Ocean Suite** (Code: 07) Private oasis of wellbeing and stylish relaxation zone – in the Spa Suite, everyday life is nothing but a distant memory. Indulge your body and soul at the highest level – with warm shades and a spa bathroom with panoramic views of the sea. Living area: 42 m²; veranda: 10 m². Bathroom with two w... **Penthouse Suite** (Code: 08) A fantastically spacious suite with every conceivable comfort, uniquely located on the upper decks – is there a more beautiful place to relax? In the Grand Suite, you can enjoy the endless views of the sea and the conveniences of a classical Grand Suite. Living area: 42 m²; veranda: 10 m². Bathr... **Family Suite** (Code: 12) In the family apartment, parents and children live in two separate sections that are connected with each other by a door and via the veranda. Living area: 2× 20 m²; veranda: 2× 7 m² Connecting door between the rooms and verandas. Separate WCs. Free mini bar (beer and soft drinks). **Penthouse Suite** (Code: 13) A fantastically spacious suite with every conceivable comfort, uniquely located on the upper decks – is there a more beautiful place to relax? In the Grand Suite, you can enjoy the endless views of the sea and the conveniences of a classical Grand Suite. Living area: 42 m²; veranda: 10 m². Bathr... **Owner's Suite** (Code: 11) The Owner’s Suite is far more than our most exclusive suite; it is a select domicile on the oceans of the world. Enjoy every imaginable convenience on more than 114 square metres of personal freedom. Living area: 99 m²; veranda: 15 m². Separate living and sleeping areas. Separate dining table. ... **Guaranteed Suite** (Code: S01O) Guaranteed Suite **Veranda Suite** (Code: 01V) Living area: 28 m² (301 ft²) Veranda: 7 m² (75 ft²) Walk-in wardrobe Exclusive living area with a chaise longue Bathtub and separate shower Free mini bar **Penthouse Suite** (Code: 09) A fantastically spacious suite with every conceivable comfort, uniquely located on the upper decks – is there a more beautiful place to relax? In the Grand Suite, you can enjoy the endless views of the sea and the conveniences of a classical Grand Suite. Living area: 42 m²; veranda: 10 m². Bathr... **Ocean Suite** (Code: 02O) Living area: 28 m² (301 ft²) Veranda: 7 m² (75 ft²) Natural light in the bathroom Bathroom with two sinks Whirlpool tub and separate shower Separate toilet Free mini bar **Grand Penthouse Suite** (Code: 10) In the Grand Penthouse Suite you can enjoy lavishness at sea and experience an exclusive break of superior quality – on a daybed with view of the endless sea or while taking a bath in the middle of the ocean in your private whirlpool. Living area: 78 m²; veranda: 10 m² Separate living and sleepi... **Guaranteed Suite** (Code: S01V) Guaranteed Suite **Guaranteed Suite** (Code: S02O) Guaranteed Suite **Guaranteed Suite** (Code: S02V) Guaranteed Suite **Guaranteed Suite** (Code: S03O) Guaranteed Suite **Guaranteed Suite** (Code: S03V) Guaranteed Suite **Guaranteed Suite** (Code: S04O) Guaranteed Suite **Guaranteed Suite** (Code: S04V) Guaranteed Suite **Guaranteed Suite** (Code: S05) Guaranteed Suite **Guaranteed Suite** (Code: S06) Guaranteed Suite **Guaranteed Suite** (Code: S07) Guaranteed Suite **Guaranteed Suite** (Code: S08) Guaranteed Suite **Guaranteed Suite** (Code: S09) Guaranteed Suite **Guaranteed Suite** (Code: S12) Guaranteed Suite **Guaranteed Suite** (Code: SGO) Guaranteed Suite **Guaranteed Suite** (Code: SGP) Guaranteed Suite **Guaranteed Suite** (Code: SVO1) Guaranteed Suite **Guaranteed Suite** (Code: SVO3) Guaranteed Suite **Guaranteed Suite** (Code: SVOS) Smart Suite (1-4) Guaranteed Veranda Suite or Ocean Suite **Ocean Suite** (Code: 01O) Living area: 28 m² (301 ft²) Veranda: 7 m² (75 ft²) Natural light in the bathroom Bathroom with two sinks Whirlpool tub and separate shower Separate toilet Free mini bar ## Ship Information ### MS EUROPA 2 With a maximum of 500 guests, you can expect maximum personal space and individualised service. And all this with an extremely luxurious number ratio of almost one to one. The EUROPA 2 combines comfort with a high degree of flexibility by also calling at small harbours and remote corners off the beaten track. Welcome aboard the best cruise ship in the world! #### Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Passenger Capacity | 516 | | Crew | 370 | | Gross Tonnage | 42,830.0 | | Length | 739.0 ft | | Total Cabins | 251 | ## Onboard Amenities ### Recreational - **EUROPA Salon**: In our exclusive talk format on board the EUROPA, invited experts discuss topics that make a difference. Renowned and changing hosts invite you to thi... - **Golf & Cruise**: Accompany the EUROPA to the most beautiful golf courses in the world and benefit from the expertise of experienced PGA golf professionals. And even wh... - **Great cruise adventure for little conquerors**: Thanks to our comprehensive range of offers for families, on the EUROPA, you can experience the best time of the year together with your children or g... - **Lectures and experts**: Satisfy your curiosity with experienced lecturers and experts on board. Whether it’s an interesting presentation about the ports you are about to visi... - **Workshops**: On days at sea, the varied on-board programme offers plenty of new experiences. Look forward to workshops on subjects such as photography or painting,... ### Fitness - **EUROPA refresh**: Fitness, health, relaxation: our EUROPA refresh programme offers a combination of all aspects of a sustainable lifestyle to make the perfect programme... - **OCEAN SPA **: Close your eyes and allow yourself to be pampered: the OCEAN SPA is devoted to your own personal satisfaction and harmony. With luxurious beauty treat... - **Refresh Body**: Refresh Body gives you new impetus for your body and health: start the day energised and active and lay the foundations for a sustainable, healthy lif... ### Entertainment - **A world of mindfulness**: Welcome to a world of precious moments, where the focus is exclusively on you and your needs. Our wide range of fitness and wellness services on board... - **Chamber music at sea**: Chamber music at the highest level is not only part of your cruise with the EUROPA during the Ocean Sun Festival - classical music in its finest form ... - **Known for great moments**: On every cruise, we welcome stars and all kinds of renowned artists on board. Enjoy some thrilling moments in the private setting of the EUROPA, with ... - **Lucia Lacarra & Matthew Golding **: On board the EUROPA, you will experience classical ballet at the highest level - an exclusive offer that emphasises the ship's artistic standards and ... - **New Gen**: New Gen brings the best of the dance world to the stage of the EUROPA - a place where creativity flourishes and artistic boundaries are redefined. Ren... ### Food and Drink - **Club Belvedere**: The cosy Club Belvedere attracts guests with its panoramic view and an excellent selection of tea and coffee specialities, small macarons and deliciou... - **EUROPA Restaurant**: In the stylish atmosphere of our main restaurant, every experience is a pleasure. Our chefs de cuisine will delight you with gourmet dishes, which are... - **Gatsby's**: Gatsby's loves the bar culture of the Golden Twenties and first-class mixed drinks. Dancing is allowed and encouraged. - **Havana Bar**: A refined and cosy club atmosphere awaits you in the Havana Bar. Take a seat, choose a first-class cigar from the well-stocked humidor and order a dri... - **Lido Café**: From early to late, the informal Lido Café provides a setting for casual meals and special moments with a sea view, a delicious breakfast from the buf... ### Other - **Coming home at sea**: Enjoy private moments on board in your elegant suite. Equipped with all amenities - and the wonderful feeling of being at home anywhere in the world. ... ### Technology - **Baby Welcome Package**: For the very youngest on board the EUROPA we offer our free baby welcome package. From a changing mat to baby food and high-quality toiletries, it con... ## Ports of Call ### Bilbao/Spain *Coordinates: 43.257, -2.92344* Bilbao, an industrial port city in northern Spain, is surrounded by green mountains. It’s the de facto capital of Basque Country, with a skyscraper-filled downtown. It’s famed for the Frank Gehry–designed Guggenheim Museum Bilbao, which sparked revitalization when it opened in 1997. The museum houses prominent modern and contemporary works, but it’s the curvy, titanium-clad building that receives ... ### La Pallice, La Rochelle, France *Coordinates: 46.1656, -1.20009* La Pallice is the commercial deep-water port of La Rochelle, France. During the Fall of France, on 19 June 1940, approximately 6,000 Polish soldiers in exile under the command of Stanisław Sosabowski ### Bordeaux *Coordinates: 44.8374, -0.576144* Situated on the Garonne River, 70 miles inland from the Atlantic, Bordeaux's origin can be traced back to the 3rd century when it was Aquitaine's Roman capital called Burdigala. From 1154 to 1453, the town prospered under the rule of the English, whose fondness for the region's red wines gave impetus to the local wine industry. At various times, Bordeaux even served as the nation's capital: in 187... ### Brest *Coordinates: 48.3906, -4.4869* Brest (French pronunciation: [bʁɛst] (About this soundlisten);[3] Breton pronunciation: [bʀest][4]) is a port city in the Finistère département in Brittany. Located in a sheltered bay not far from the western tip of the peninsula, and the western extremity of metropolitan France,[5] Brest is an important harbour and the second French military port after Toulon. ### St. Malo, France *Coordinates: 48.6482, -2.02609* Saint-Malo is a port city in Brittany, in France's northwest. Tall granite walls surround the old town, which was once a stronghold for privateers (pirates approved by the king). The Saint-Malo Cathedral, in the center of the old town, is built in Romanesque and Gothic styles and features stained-glass windows depicting city history. Nearby is La Demeure de Corsaire, an 18th-century privateer’s ho... ### Honfleur/France *Coordinates: 49.4188, 0.233262* Honfleur is a city in the department of Calvados, in northern France's Normandy region. It's on the estuary where the Seine river meets the English Channel. The Vieux-Bassin (old harbor), lined with 16th- to 18th-century townhouses, has been a subject for artists including Claude Monet and native son Eugène Boudin. Nearby is 15th-century St. Catherine's Church, a vaulted timber structure erected b... ### Antwerp, Belgium *Coordinates: 51.2206, 4.39972* Antwerp is a port city on Belgium’s River Scheldt, with history dating to the Middle Ages. In its center, the centuries-old Diamond District houses thousands of diamond traders, cutters and polishers. Antwerp’s Flemish Renaissance architecture is typified by the Grote Markt, a central square in the old town. At the 17th-century Rubens House, period rooms display works by the Flemish Baroque painte... ### Hamburg, Germany *Coordinates: 53.5534, 9.9922* Hamburg, a major port city in northern Germany, is connected to the North Sea by the Elbe River. It's crossed by hundreds of canals, and also contains large areas of parkland. Near its core, Inner Alster lake is dotted with boats and surrounded by cafes. The city's central Jungfernstieg boulevard connects the Neustadt (new town) with the Altstadt (old town), home to landmarks like 18th-century St.... ## Booking Information - **Book This Cruise:** https://pirate.travel/cruise/2289302 - **Compare Prices:** CruisePirate compares prices across multiple booking channels - **Price Alerts:** Set up alerts for price drops on this sailing - **Support:** Contact our AI-powered cruise assistant for personalized recommendations ### Why Book with CruisePirate? - Real-time price comparison across booking channels - AI-powered cruise recommendations - Transparent pricing with no hidden fees - Expert cruise search and filtering --- ## Technical Metadata - **Canonical URL:** https://pirate.travel/cruise/2289302 - **Markdown URL:** https://pirate.travel/cruise/2289302.md - **API Endpoint:** https://pirate.travel/api/cruises/2289302/ - **Primary Image:** https://images.cruisepirate.ai/v3/static/cruise-lines/hapaglloyd-cruises/ms-europa-2/ship/36584.webp - **Data Source:** CruisePirate Cruise Database - **Last Updated:** 2026-10-19 12:06:34 UTC