Hip lifestyle on the trendy island of Ibiza and in Marbella, white sandy beaches on Formentera, typical Andalusian charm and colourful cities such as Lisbon and Porto - experience all of this as you cruise around the Iberian Peninsula with the EUROPA 2.
The cruise is fully booked.
For further assistance please contact us at 040 30703050.
Extend your stay with the previous cruise EUX2315 and save € 600 per person (applies to Categories 1 - 14) or extend with the subsequent cruise EUX2317 and save € 900 per person (applies to Categories 1 - 14).
At anchor - If the ship anchors in open water the ferrying ashore will be done with tenders or Zodiacs.
Golf course - You stop at the world's best and most beautiful greens and are overseen by a PGA golf professional.
Scheduled flight from Germany to Barcelona and transfer to the embarkation point
Barcelona/Spain, departure 23.30 hrs
Your cruise on board the EUROPA 2 starts in the cultural metropolis of Barcelona.
Ibiza/Balearic Islands/Spain, arrival 14.00 hrs
An exclusive lifestyle and nightlife full of superlatives create the special flair of the Balearic Islands, which also have a great deal of undiscovered beauty to offer. Pine forests and the scent of oranges draw you into the interior, while fine sand and hip beach clubs beckon on the coast. Take your time to explore Ibiza and the old town of Eivissa, which is protected as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Ibiza, departure 19.00 hrs
Relaxation at sea
Marbella (Puerto Banus)/Spain , 8.00 - 18.00 hrs
Chic boulevards, well-tended parks and romantic squares await you in the jet set magnet of Marbella. Make a detour to the picturesque mountain village Mijas*, where a wine tasting awaits you on a visit to a rustic bodega. Or explore Ronda*, one of the oldest towns in Spain.
Cadiz/Spain, 8.00 - 18.00 hrs
An Andalusian atmosphere awaits you in the old town with its African influences, small streets and baroque churches. Discover the famous Giralda, the Barrio de Santa Cruz and the Alcazar in Seville*, the heartland of flamenco. Neighbouring Jerez* is home to magnificent horses and fine sherry.
Lisbon/Portugal, arrival 14.00 hrs
Enjoy what is probably the most beautiful river journey in Europe on the Tagus. Get a taste of the typical Portuguese charm on a walk through the city centre, followed by a ride on the Gloria funicular* to Bairro Alto - the upper town. Explore with a tour on the traditional tram* or get to know Lisbon individually by electric tuk-tuk*.
Lisbon, departure 18.00 hrs
Leixoes (Porto)/Portugal, 8.00 - 14.00 hrs
Between the Atlantic and the delightful valley of the Douro wine region, Porto* invites you to visit its impressive squares, the Church of Sao Francisco, the magnificent stock exchange and the famous steel bridge over the Douro River. Take a nostalgic trip through the old parts of town on the quaint tram*.
La Coruna/Spain, 8.00 - 18.00 hrs
Get up close to the highlights of this coastal city on the peninsula with a Segway tour*. Not far away you'll find the famous pilgrimage site of Santiago de Compostela* - a magnificent UNESCO World Heritage Site with important buildings and the end point of the Way of Saint James.
Gijon/Spain, 8.00 - 18.00 hrs
Oviedo*, the capital of Asturias and one of the most beautiful towns in northern Spain awaits your visit. Wander through the old town to the mighty Cathedral of San Salvador. You'll also find baroque palaces and imposing merchants' houses in Aviles*, while Cape Penas* extends out into the sea offering marvellous views of the rugged cliffs.
Bilbao/Spain, arrival 7.00 hrs
The EUROPA 2 bids you farewell in the port city in northern Spain.
Transfer to scheduled flight to Germany
* The pre- and post-cruise programmes and shore activities are not included in the cruise price and are in the planning stage. Subject to change.
The following programmes can be booked.
Please note that our pre- and post-cruise programmes are conducted in German.
For individual programmes kindly consult your travel agent.
The following programmes are offered in German:
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.
Our popular pre- and post-cruise programmes include a broad spectrum of excursions and are usually accompanied by experienced Hapag-Lloyd Cruises tour guides. Recommended for guests who like to share their experiences with a group of like-minded travellers. Explore specially selected highlights of your holiday destination and enjoy the convenience of group travel – we will take care of the transfers, excursions and overnight stays.
Our travel concierge would be happy to put together travel arrangements tailored to your very own preferences. Whether you’re interested in boutique hotels, luxurious beach resorts, theatre-ticket reservations or restaurant recommendations in the most exciting cities, you can find exclusive tips here and by visiting www.hl-cruises.com/travel-concierge. Our travel concierge will be at your service before the cruise and when on board, of course.
Vocal Quartet Rock4 consists of four singers, each with their own style and background. Tenor Luc Devens is the dynamic lead singer, Lucas Blommers the clear classical tenor, Phillip Schröter the energetic percussionist/vocalist and Miklós Németh the solid, deep bass ensuring the group's perfect foundation.
Rock4 has been performing very successfully in the Netherlands and Germany, but also throughout Europe and Asia. The singers won various competitions, such as the Vokal Total Festival in Graz and the Vox Populi Festival in Sankt Pölten. They also received America's... Read more
Vocal Quartet Rock4 consists of four singers, each with their own style and background. Tenor Luc Devens is the dynamic lead singer, Lucas Blommers the clear classical tenor, Phillip Schröter the energetic percussionist/vocalist and Miklós Németh the solid, deep bass ensuring the group's perfect foundation.
Rock4 has been performing very successfully in the Netherlands and Germany, but also throughout Europe and Asia. The singers won various competitions, such as the Vokal Total Festival in Graz and the Vox Populi Festival in Sankt Pölten. They also received America's CARA Award for Best Pop/Rock Cover for their adaptation of Alanis Morissette's "Uninvited."
closeHoliday time is family time - and it is particularly relaxing on the EUROPA 2: with plenty of opportunities for parents and children to explore the world together and go their own ways. In addition to a varied on-board programme of games and sports as well as arts and crafts, children and teens on family cruises can take part in excursions* that have been specially designed for them. Our travel concierge will be happy to provide you with recommendations for your personal family excursions*.
* This service is not included in the cruise price.
This cruise takes you to the southernmost tip of Europe and around the Iberian Peninsula. There are striking Portuguese and Spanish golf courses to look forward to here, each with their own quirks. This is also a cruise that traces golfing greats. The creme de la creme of professional golfing have come in search of the best score on almost all of the courses.
Mon 24.07.2023 Marbella, Spain - Finca Cortesin Golf Club
The resort course has been designed with an American touch and is a treat for the eyes, as well as a golfing delight. Extremely wide fairways await you on your round, with more than 100 bunkers and some pronounced undulations. The course has an open design so that there are plenty of breathtaking, far-reaching views to be seen as you play.
Thu 27.07.2023 Lisbon, Portugal - Penha Longa Golf Resort
Golf architect Robert Trent Jones Jr. has left behind one of his masterpieces in the Sintra Mountains near Lisbon, in which he has intrigued space and time into the 27 holes. Space in that he has incorporated the partly wild natural features of the Sintra National Park into the game courses, and time in that he has cleverly adopted existing relics of Portuguese prehistory into the course. Play is on generous fairways that converge on artful, challenging greens. It is not for nothing that Penha Longa's playing facilities are listed among the top 30 golf courses in Europe!
Sat 29.07.2023 La Coruna, Spain - Real Aero Club de Santiago
Not far from the famous pilgrimage site of Santiago de Compostela, this course attracts pilgrims of a different sort. It may not be so well-known, but it is an interesting option for keen golfers. Only the rather narrow fairways with changing slopes will hamper your progress along the 5,850 m (6,398 yd) course through the nature of northern Spain.
GENERAL INFORMATION
The PGA professional has been running his own golf school in Bochum, Germany, since 2004. He completed the training to become an A-rated trainer of the DGV (German golf association) in 2005, then also added the title of PGA Health Professional and in 2017 became one of the first to gain the academic degree of Master of Science Research and Instruction in Golf from the German Sport University Cologne. He combines his expertise with a calm and balanced approach to training and the game – and has been ensuring success with Golf & Cruise ashore and at sea for several years.
