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MS EUROPA 2

FROM PIRäUS (ATHEN) TO PIRäUS (ATHEN)

Piraeus (Athens) - Piraeus (Athens)

Greek charm and trendy Istanbul

  • 13.09.25 to 22.09.25|9 days

  • MS EUROPA 2

  • EUX2520

  • International Trip

Piraeus (Athens) - Piraeus (Athens)

13.09.2025 to 22.09.2025|9 days

from € 5.501

9 days Cruise p.p.

What to expect

The highlights of this cruise

Embark on a multifaceted cruise along the Greek coast towards the Bosporus. Ancient Istanbul with its sultans’ palaces, lively bazaars and cultural treasures shows itself from its most magnificent sides.

No sooner has the EUROPA 2 left the port of Piraeus (Athens) than the anticipation of enchanting Skiathos increases. The town of the same name on the hilly island invites you to stroll around and enjoy. Your cruise continues via the port city of Volos, where you can explore the fascinating Meteora monasteries* in a spectacular location, to the “sky-blue city” of Kavala with its wonderful sandy beaches and unexpectedly charming squares.
The passage through the Dardanelles, the strait that connects the Aegean Sea and the Sea of Marmara, provides fantastic views before you finally reach Istanbul, the bustling metropolis on the Bosporus. During your two-day stay, you have a variety of options to choose from: visit the world-famous mosque Hagia Sophia* as well as the Topkapi Palace* or enjoy the sunset on board a yacht* before the EUROPA 2 reaches the still unknown Cyclades island of Syros with its pastel-coloured houses, classical villas and secluded beaches. The next day, your cruise through the Aegean ends in Piraeus (Athens), where the EUROPA 2 will bid you farewell.

  • At anchor

  • Volos looks back on a long history. It was once an important trading harbour in ancient times and played an important role in the Byzantine Empire. Today, Volos is a lively town with a picturesque promenade and a charming old town. The city is also known for the nearby Meteora Monastery*. With a population of around 150,000 people, Volos is the third largest city in Greece.
  • Byzantium, Constantinople, Istanbul - whether Greeks, Ottomans or Turks, they have all left their marks, with the result that the city can offer sights from all cultures and eras. Visit the fascinating old town of Istanbul, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with the Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque and Topkapi Palace, to name just a few of the highlights.
  • Byzantium, Constantinople, Istanbul - whether Greeks, Ottomans or Turks, they have all left their marks, with the result that the city can offer sights from all cultures and eras. Visit the fascinating old town of Istanbul, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with the Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque and Topkapi Palace, to name just a few of the highlights.

Subject to change.

Arrival and departure options

    • Sat, 13.09.2025

      Scheduled flight from Germany to Athens and transfer to the embarkation point

      Optionally bookable

    • Mon, 22.09.2025

      Transfer to Athens for scheduled flight to Germany

      Optionally bookable

Extend your trip

  • 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.

  • 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 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.

Price special

Extended fun

Extend your stay with the previous cruise EUX2519 and save € 800 per person or extend with the subsequent cruise EUX2521 and save € 600 per person (applies to PLATINUM fare).

Included Services

In your suite
  • Mini bar, refilled on a daily basis
  • Nespresso machine
  • 24-hour suite service
  • Butler service in the Penthouse, Grand Penthouse and Owner Suites
  • Personal EUROPA 2 email account
Entertainment
  • Different entertainment programme every day
  • Free use of the Internet on board - Free of charge for one hour per guest per day. For further information and conditions click
    here
Restaurants
  • Exclusive gourmet restaurants at no extra cost, with flexible mealtimes and no fixed seating plans
  • High-quality vegetarian cuisine
  • Breakfast, lunch, dinner
  • Tea and coffee specialities
Families
  • Comprehensive programme of games and sports as well as arts and crafts for children from 4 years of age and for teens
  • Baby welcome package for parents with babies and small children up to 3 years of age
  • Children up to and including 11 years of age travel free in the suite of their parents or other fully paying guardians
Relaxation & Fitness
  • OCEAN SPA and fitness area covering an area of 1,000 m² (10,764 ft²)
  • Extensive range of sport classes indoors or outdoors
  • Four saunas and state-of-the-art training apparatus
See more, experience more
  • Available for free hire: bicycles (subject to official approval) and snorkelling equipment
All around carefree
  • German ship and cruise management as well as a majority German-speaking service crew
  • Harbour and airport fees
  • Cancellation fee insurance (20% excess) in the fares PLATINUM and GOLD