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MS EUROPA
FROM Cape Town TO FUNCHAL
Cape Town - Funchal (Madeira)
The magic of the desert and relaxing days at sea
- Offers in the SILVER fare
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14.03.25 to 04.04.25|21 days
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MS EUROPA
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EUR2505
The highlights of this cruise
Adventure awaits along Africa’s west coast, and days at sea offer generous time to enjoy the tranquillity of the Atlantic. Experience desert worlds and wild habitats, remote island states with exciting histories and colourful nature.
The flat plateau of Table Mountain forms the backdrop of the southern tip of Africa. CAPE TOWN spreads out at its feet between green slopes and white beaches. Two oceans meet at the Cape of Good Hope, and those who fly over the coast in a helicopter* in good weather will enjoy exceptional views. The edge of the Namib in Namibia stretches all the way to the sea. The desert wind also blows through LUDERITZ, where the German heritage and diamond fever have both left their mark. The desert shows its full range of fascinating beauty during explorations from WALVIS BAY. Set off by all-terrain vehicle into the barren lunar landscapes of the Welwitschia Drive* or fly over the golden sand dunes and white salt lakes of the Sossusvlei desert region*. Extensive savannahs, the gigantic salt plain and isolated waterholes are the habitat for the wildlife of Etosha National Park*. An overland excursion gives you the opportunity to search elephants, rhinos, lions and giraffes with experienced rangers at your side. Relive your best moments during relaxed days at sea before the volcanic mountains of ST HELENA rise up in the middle of the Atlantic. The remote destination boasts Victorian facades in the small capital Jamestown – and also invites you to climb Jacob’s Ladder, a total of 699 steps, after which you will be rewarded with stunning views over the bay. The Cape Verde Islands are still the last port of call for sailors before crossing the Atlantic and a dream destination for modern adventurers. The capital PRAIA on Santiago offers insights into the turbulent history and Creole culture of the African island state. The neighbouring island of Santo Antao promises pure nature. From PORTO NOVO, spectacular paths lead into rugged mountain massifs, subtropical forests and to the fertile terraced fields of the Paul Valley*, where bananas, papayas and sugar cane thrive. Let yourself be tempted by the fruits of the island and try a little sip of “grogue”, the national drink. At the end of your cruise, the EUROPA sets course for the Canary Islands. While the first buds sprout along the coasts of the islands of everlasting spring, TENERIFE shows different vistas in Las Canadas del Teide* National Park. The almost vegetation-free lava and ash fields of the ancient crater offer an unforgettable natural spectacle. Your journey home will then begin in FUNCHAL with the most beautiful memories in your luggage.
* The shore activities are not included in the cruise price and are in the planning stage. Subject to change.
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Further information
Subject to change.
¹ Landing subject to weather conditions.
Arrival and departure | optionally bookable
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Thu, 13.03.2025
Scheduled flight from Germany to Cape Town -
Fri, 14.03.2025
Transfer to embarkation point
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Fri, 04.04.2025
Transfer to scheduled flight to Germany
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Extend your trip
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Our popular before and after programs include a wide range of excursions and are usually accompanied by experienced Hapag-Lloyd Cruises tour guides. Recommended for travelers who like to share their experiences with a group of like-minded people. Experience selected highlights of your holiday destination and enjoy the amenities of a group trip - we take care of transfers, excursions and overnight stays.
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Explore your cruise destinations on a more personal basis as a couple – ideal for all those who don’t want to be part of a group. The excursions in the programmes are accompanied by a local tour guide who will be happy to attend to your individual wishes. There will also be enough time and space for your own activities. Transfers are exclusively by private car with private drivers. Prices for solo travellers or groups of three or more are available on request.
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Our travel concierge will be happy to put together tailor-made travel arrangements for you according to your wishes. From design hotels to luxurious beach resorts to ticket reservations for theater visits or restaurant recommendations for the most exciting cities. The Travel Concierge is available to you before your trip and of course on board.
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Price special
Limited offer: Travel for the best price with the silver fare
For this cruise, offers in the SILVER fare are available. You will find these under "Prices & Booking" after selecting the respective suite.
Entertainment on Board
Look forward to the following entertainment program on this cruise
Refresh Body
The Refresh Body programme gives you new impulses for your body and health. Start your day with vitality and activity, and lay the foundations on board for a sustainable, healthy lifestyle. Presentations and individual coaching sessions, as well as a programme of classes and training with notable experts, will provide you with valuable information on physical activity, nutrition and relaxation.
dr. anne fleck
Dr. Anne Fleck, specialist in internal medicine and rheumatology, also known as “Doc Fleck,” is an internationally renowned expert in preventive and nutritional medicine. She is considered a pioneer of integrative medicine, combining modern research with traditional healing methods to create an innovative approach. The multiple award-winning bestselling author and sought-after speaker, in addition to her practice in Hamburg, offers guidance and advice through television appearances, seminars, and her podcast, “Dr. Anne Fleck: Health and Nutrition.” Her podcast was nominated for the “Newcomer Award of the Best German Podcasts” in June 2022.
As an author, she was awarded every year from 2016 to 2021 in the literary competition at the Frankfurt Book Fair in the “Health” category, including for her book “SLIM and Healthy with the Doc Fleck Method.” In 2021, she published the bestsellers: “ENERGY! The Healthy Way Out of the Fatigue Labyrinth” and “ENERGY! in 5 Minutes” (an interactive book), which have been translated into several languages. Since May 2022, Anne Fleck has been a health expert for RTL Germany. In her weekly “Doc Fleck Consultation,” she shares modern strategies and tips for maintaining health with a broad audience.
dr. torsten pfitzer
Dr. Torsten Pfitzer was born in 1975 in Kirchheim/Teck, Germany. After his studies in pharmacy and his doctoral degree in natural sciences in Freiburg, he first spent several successful years in the health care industry. His personal experiences in competitive sports and the passion for health finally lead him on the path of becoming a Heilpraktiker, Osteopath and expert for the holistic healing of musculoskeletal pain.
In his practice in Munich the myofascial specialist combines different approaches like osteopathy, myofascial kinematics, nutritional therapy and others, which he also teaches to other therapists and doctors.
As a person formerly affected by chronic back pain himself, he looks over the edge of the plate. Torsten Pfitzer sees it as his calling to free his patients causally and sustainably from their pain by giving guidance for self-treatment in order to enable a vital life again.
His books include „Schmerzen selbst behandeln mit BLACKROLL®“ as well as the bestsellers „Kiefer gut, alles gut“, „Osteopathie für zu Hause“ and several more.
petra schreiber benoit
Petra Schreiber-Benoit studied sports sciences at the University of Saarland with a focus on sports medicine, as well as “Sports and Health” (Sports Therapy) at the Julius-Maximilian-University of Würzburg. She completed her training in physiotherapy at the Physiotherapy School of the University Hospitals of Saarland in Homburg.
As an expert in back health and relaxation, she has been working as a speaker for over 20 years, including for the German Fitness & Aerobics Association and the German Gymnastics Federation. She successfully leads certified prevention courses in the areas of nutrition, exercise, relaxation, back fitness, and good aging. She is also the author of several health guides, including the title “Simply Age the Right Way.”
Comedy
Bernd Stelter
Bernd Stelter, born in 1961 in Unna, studied economics in Bonn before starting his career as an entertainer in 1988 with his first performances, particularly during the Cologne Carnival. In 1997, he was recruited by Rudi Carrell for the show "7 Tage, 7 Köpfe," where he commented on current events for nearly ten years and received numerous awards, including the German Comedy Award and the Bambi.
As a presenter, Stelter also shaped the satirical show "Deutschland lacht" and the "NRW-Duell" on WDR Television. However, his heart belongs to the stage. With his eighth cabaret program, "Reg dich nicht auf. Gibt nur Falten!" and the life motto and title of his latest book, "Wer älter wird, braucht Spaß am Leben!" (Anyone Who Gets Older Needs Fun in Life!), Stelter makes people laugh and inspires them to enjoy life with joy and serenity.
