This special cruise takes its unmistakable character from the many sights of the island kingdom with its picturesque villages, the Scottish Highlands, grand castles and Stone Age monuments, as well as the impressive natural scenery of Norway.
The cruise is fully booked.
For further assistance please contact us at 040 30703050.
Extend your stay with the previous cruise EUX2409 and save € 1,500 per person or extend with the subsequent cruise EUX2411 and save € 900 per person (applies to PLATINUM fare).
At anchor - If the ship anchors in open water the ferrying ashore will be done with tenders or Zodiacs.
Individual travel arrangements to cruise departure point
Hamburg/Germany, departure 19.00 hrs
Your cruise starts with an evening departure along the Elbe from the home port of the EUROPA 2.
Relaxation at sea
Newcastle upon Tyne/England/Great Britain, 7.00 – 18.00 hrs
Head out to explore the spectacular Harry Potter location of Alnwick Castle*, the tidal Holy Island* with majestic Lindisfarne Castle* or the historic university city of Durham*, once a home to bishops, which has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1986.
Newhaven (Edinburgh)/Scotland/Great Britain , 8.00 – 18.00 hrs
Experience the very best of Edinburgh: the Queen’s residence at Holyrood Palace*, Edinburgh Castle* and the Royal Mile are particularly charming. You can also enjoy a cream tea* at the Georgian Hopetoun House in typical British style.
Invergordon/Scotland/Great Britain, 10.00 – 19.00 hrs
From Invergordon in the heart of the Scottish Highlands, head to the legendary Loch Ness* to hear the story surrounding the monster Nessie and see the striking ruins of Urquhart Castle. Gain insights into the art of whisky making with a tour of Balblair Distillery* followed by a tasting.
Kirkwall/Orkney Islands/Great Britain, 8.00 – 19.00 hrs
From this island, prehistoric times are not so far away. Discover the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of the Stones of Stenness*, the Ring of Brodgar* stone circle and the Skara Brae* Stone Age village.
Lerwick/Mainland/Shetland Islands/Great Britain, 8.00 – 16.00 hrs
Get a feel for the headstrong scenery and the Scottish and Norwegian influences. Visit Scalloway Castle*, the picturesque Loch of Tingwall* and Wormadale Hill*, where you can enjoy spectacular views of the surrounding water. Or for a sporty alternative, hike* to Mousa Broch or ride an Icelandic horse* through the unspoilt natural landscape.
Bergen/Norway, 10.00 – 19.00 hrs
Get to know the port city on the west coast of Norway with an active Segway tour*. Or take a stroll through the Hanseatic quarter of Bryggen* with its magnificent historic wooden buildings.
Vik/Sognefjord/Norway , 7.00 – 8.30 hrs
Flam/Aurlandsfjord/Norway , 11.30 – 18.00 hrs
Vik is your starting point for a wonderful overland excursion* straight through the unique fjord landscape with re-embarkation in Flam.
Enjoy a ride on the Flam Railway* in Flam. The little train offers unique panoramas, constantly switching between mountains, waterfalls and deep gorges. Or take a scenic flight* over the fjord landscape, the Aurlandsdalen Valley and the Hardangerjokulen glacier.
Olden/Faleidfjord/Norway , 10.00 – 19.00 hrs
The rugged but attractive village of Olden will impress you with a breathtaking natural spectacle and is the starting point for a kayak tour* through the Nordfjord or a glacier hike* to Breheimen, the “home of the glacier”.
Cruising through the Fedjefjord, Raunefjord, Langenuenfjord and Hardangerfjord/Norway, morning
Rosendal/Hardangerfjord/Norway , 13.30 – 20.00 hrs
Spectacular panoramas await in the morning as the EUROPA 2 cruises through the Fedjefjord, Raunefjord, Langenuenfjord and Hardangerfjord. In the afternoon, embark on a helicopter flight* over the mountain scenery or a hike on the Folgefonna glacier*.
Kristiansand/Norway, 13.30 – 20.00 hrs
Enjoy the region’s beauty with a trip to the South Cape of Norway* or on a boat trip* through the archipelago. Alternatively, see the “king of the forest” – a creature more intrinsic to Norway than any other – at the Elgtun elk farm*.
Relaxation at sea
Hamburg/Germany, arrival 7.00 hrs
Individual arrangements for departure
The EUROPA 2 bids you farewell in Hamburg.
* 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:
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.
