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MS EUROPA 2 - from Colon to Valparaiso

From the Panama Canal to Chile.

MS EUROPA 2 - from Colon to Valparaiso
Cruise EUX1731
06.12.2017 - 19.12.2017 (14 days)
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    EUX1731
    Cruise dates
    06.12.2017 - 19.12.2017

    The contemporary megacity: Panama City. The fabled legend of a bygone age: Machu Picchu. Plus overwhelming nature and architecture. Western South America is worth a visit.


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    International cruise
    Extend your cruise ashore

    This is an international cruise (on-board languages: German and English) [Read more]
    Price specials - Extended fun

    Combine this cruise with EUX1800 and save € 1,000 per person (applies to categories 1 – 14).

    The highlights of this cruise

    Your ship - MS EUROPA 2

    Welcome on board freedom that takes you places

    Unconstrained and individual, exquisite and stylish and entirely fulfilling your expectations - this is the philosophy of the EUROPA 2. Experience a symbiosis of perfection, elegance and aesthetics, while enjoying lifestyle at the highest level in a modern, relaxed atmosphere

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    Your suites on MS EUROPA 2

    Veranda Suite
    • 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
    Ocean Suite
    • Living area: 28 m² (301 ft²); veranda: 7 m² (75 ft²)
    • Natural light in the bathroom
    • Bathroom with two sinks
    • Whirlpool tube and separate shower
    • Separate toilet
    • Free mini bar
    Family Apartment
    • Living area: 2 × 20 m² (2 x 215 ft²);
      Veranda: 14 m² (150 ft²), divisible to 2 × 7 m² (2 x 75 ft²)
    • Suitable for 2 adults and 2 children
    • Connecting door between the rooms and verandas
    • Separate toilets
    • Free mini bars
    Penthouse Suite, for disabled guests
    • Living area: 42 m² (452 ft²); veranda: 10 m² (108 ft²)
    • Bathroom with two washbasins
    • Separate WC
    • Butler service
    • Free mini bar
    Penthouse Suite
    • Living area: 42 m² (452 ft²); veranda: 10 m² (108 ft²)
    • Walk-in wardrobe
    • Bathroom with two sinks
    • Whirlpool tub and separate shower
    • Separate toilet
    • Butler service
    • Free mini bar
    Grand Ocean Suite
    • Living area: 42 m² (452 ft²); veranda: 10 m² (108 ft²)
    • Bathroom with two sinks
    • Separate toilet
    • Natural light in the bathroom
    • Shower with steam sauna
    • Whirlpool tub
    • Free mini bar
    Grand Penthouse Suite
    • Living area: 78 m² (840 ft²); veranda: 10 m² (108 ft²)
    • Separate living and sleeping areas
    • Separate dining table
    • Guest toilet
    • Bathroom with two sinks
    • Shower with steam sauna.
    • Whirlpool and daybed in the bathroom
    • Butler service
    • Free mini-bar
    • Further exclusive service privileges
    Owner Suite
    • Living area: 99 m² (1,066 ft²); veranda: 15 m² (161 ft²)
    • Separate living and sleeping area
    • Separate dining table
    • Guest toilet
    • Bathroom with two sinks
    • Shower with steam sauna
    • Whirlpool and daybed in the bathroom
    • Butler service
    • Free mini bar
    • Further exclusive service privileges
    Cruise
    EUX1731
    Cruise dates
    06.12.2017 - 19.12.2017

    At anchor - If the ship anchors in open water the ferrying ashore will be done with tenders or Zodiacs.

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    Optional bookable
    Wednesday, 06.12.2017

    Scheduled flight from Frankfurt to Panama City and transfer to Colon to embarkation point

    Wednesday, 06.12.2017

    Colon/Panama
    Overnight stay on board

    Experience some of Panama’s high points in our pre-cruise programmes*, with a fascinating highlight to kick off your cruise: the daytime passage through the Panama Canal, a technological masterpiece spanning over 80 km (49 mi.) through green rainforest and wild mangroves.

    Thursday, 07.12.2017

    Colon, departure 7.00 hrs
    Daytime passage through the Panama Canal
    Panama-City/Panama , arrival 19.00 hrs

    Friday, 08.12.2017

    Panama-City , departure 17.30 hrs

    Saturday, 09.12.2017

    Relaxation at sea

    Sunday, 10.12.2017

    Manta/Ecuador, 5.00 – 22.00 hrs

    Experience Ecuador: the coastal city is your starting point for a hike in the coastal forest of Pacoche* or a flight to Quito*. In the world’s highest capital city, walk through the impressive old town at 2,800 m (9,186 ft). Enjoy a panorama of snow-covered volcanic slopes.

    Monday, 11.12.2017

    Relaxation at sea

    Tuesday, 12.12.2017

    Salaverry/Peru, 8.00 – 14.30 hrs

    Houses in every colour, balconies adorned with flowers and tucked-away courtyards – succumb to the charms of Salaverry at the foot of the Andes, the ideal location for fascinating journeys into the past: to the Pyramids of the Sun and Moon* with their artistic paintings or the Huaca el Dragon temple* and the labyrinthine alleyways of the adobe city of Chan Chan*.

    Wednesday, 13.12.2017

    Callao (Lima)/Peru, 7.00 – 19.00 hrs

    Metropolis or mysticism, the choice is yours: take a tour of Lima* and discover the modern face of the city and the Spanish legacy around Plaza de Armas. Alternatively, take a two-day overland excursion to one of the world’s most spectacular sites: the ruins of Machu Picchu*, the mysterious and legendary Inca city.

    Thursday, 14.12.2017

    Paracas (Pisco)/Peru , 7.30 – 18.00 hrs

    Over 2,000 years old and only truly visible from the air: fly over the Nazca Lines* and marvel at monumental animal images and geometric figures. Just as impressive are the Inca ruins of Tambo*.

    OUR TIP:
    Cheers!
    Peru is not the same without a Pisco sour: try the cocktail containing the legendary grape schnapps in Paracas.

    Friday, 15.12.2017

    Matarani/Peru , 17.00 – 20.00 hrs

    Resume the cross-country journey to Machu Picchu*.

    Saturday, 16.12.2017

    Arica/Chile, 8.00 – 14.00 hrs

    A walk through eternal spring: thanks to its mild climate, the city is filled with blossoms and greenery.

    Sunday, 17.12.2017 to
    Monday, 18.12.2017

    Relaxation at sea

    Tuesday, 19.12.2017

    Valparaiso/Chile, arrival 0.30 hrs

    After two relaxing days at sea, your cruise ends in Chile’s cultural capital. Continue in Santiago de Chile with our post-cruise programme*.

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    Optional bookable
    Tuesday, 19.12.2017

    Transfer to Santiago de Chile for scheduled flight to Frankfurt

    Wednesday, 20.12.2017

    Arrival in Frankfurt

    * The pre- and post-cruise programmes and shore activities are not included in the cruise price and are in the planning stage. Subject to changes.
    = at anchor

    Pre-cruise and post-cruise programmes for your trip

    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 proven pre- and post-cruise programmes

    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.

    GUIDED PRE-CRUISE PROGRAMME A: THE HIGHLIGHTS OF PANAMA CITY
    GUIDED PRE-CRUISE PROGRAMME B: PANAMA: TROPICAL RAINFOREST AND SKYSCRAPERS
    GUIDED POST-CRUISE PROGRAMME A: SANTIAGO – THE METROPOLIS OF THE ANDES
    GUIDED POST-CRUISE PROGRAMME B: SANTIAGO AND CHILEAN WINE
    GUIDED POST-CRUISE PROGRAMME C: ACTIVELY EXPERIENCE CHILE
    Cruise
    EUX1731
    Cruise dates
    06.12.2017 - 19.12.2017

    This journey will delight you with the following program

    You can look forward to the following programme:

    talk2christiansen

    Exclusive, renowned guests discuss contemporary issues

    In this exclusive format, Sabine Christiansen, one of the most famous journalists in Germany, invites renowned experts in the fields of economy, science, politics and society to discuss contemporary issues. At „talk2christiansen“ presentations, discussion rounds and conversations, you will meet guests like Nobel Prize winner Joseph E. Stiglitz, H.E. Anote Tong, Former President of Kiribati, Kweku Mandela, Astronaut Thomas Reiter, Dr. Auma Obama, politicians like Theo Waigel, former Federal Minister of Finance,... Read more

    Exclusive, renowned guests discuss contemporary issues

    In this exclusive format, Sabine Christiansen, one of the most famous journalists in Germany, invites renowned experts in the fields of economy, science, politics and society to discuss contemporary issues. At „talk2christiansen“ presentations, discussion rounds and conversations, you will meet guests like Nobel Prize winner Joseph E. Stiglitz, H.E. Anote Tong, Former President of Kiribati, Kweku Mandela, Astronaut Thomas Reiter, Dr. Auma Obama, politicians like Theo Waigel, former Federal Minister of Finance, Wolfgang Bosbach, Karl-Theodor zu Guttenberg, Christian Lindner, or Wolfgang Ischinger, Chairman of the Munich Security Conference.

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    Munich Philharmonic String Quartet

    Since it was founded in 2007, the Munich Philharmonic String Quartet has been renowned for its unusual concert programmes in the most diverse of formats. In the various performances that the Philharmonic String Quartet have already given in Europe and even as far afield as Japan and Cuba, the exceptionally experimental ensemble concentrated just as much on artists such as cellist Gautier Capucon, tenor Michael Schade and pianist Igor Levit as they did on klezmer specialist Giora Feidman, writer Elke Heidenreich and chanson singer Annette Postel. 
The four musicians... Read more

    Since it was founded in 2007, the Munich Philharmonic String Quartet has been renowned for its unusual concert programmes in the most diverse of formats. In the various performances that the Philharmonic String Quartet have already given in Europe and even as far afield as Japan and Cuba, the exceptionally experimental ensemble concentrated just as much on artists such as cellist Gautier Capucon, tenor Michael Schade and pianist Igor Levit as they did on klezmer specialist Giora Feidman, writer Elke Heidenreich and chanson singer Annette Postel. 
The four musicians Bernhard Metz, Clement Courtin, Konstantin Sellheim and Manuel von der Nahmer have all won renowned international competitions and enjoyed excellent training from famous teachers such as Rainer Kußmaul, Igor Oistrach, Hartmut Rohde and Wolfgang Boettcher. 
As a member of the Munich Philharmonic Orchestra, working with the world’s most famous directors such as Zubin Mehta, Christian Thielemann, Gustavo Dudamel and Valery Gergiev is part of their everyday job. The several years spent with one of Germany’s most renowned and traditional symphony orchestras had a decisive influence on the music and tone of the Munich Philharmonic String Quartet’s performances.

    Violins: Bernhard Metz, Clement Courtin

    Viola: Konstantin Sellheim

    Violoncello: Manuel von der Nahmer

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    Ragna Schirmer, Pianistin

    Ragna Schirmer is one of the most interesting artists of the younger generation. Her extensive repertoire ranges from Bach’s Goldberg Variations to the music of the 20th century. Her performances are marked out by her warm charisma, her rapport with the audience and her perfectionism. Audiences are captivated as much by her power as by her courageous use of soft play.

    "You would have to search a long time to find a comparable ability and personality. Ragna Schirmer has a huge amount to say", the Berlin Philharmonic magazine.

    Ragna Schirmer made her début at... Read more

    Ragna Schirmer is one of the most interesting artists of the younger generation. Her extensive repertoire ranges from Bach’s Goldberg Variations to the music of the 20th century. Her performances are marked out by her warm charisma, her rapport with the audience and her perfectionism. Audiences are captivated as much by her power as by her courageous use of soft play.

    "You would have to search a long time to find a comparable ability and personality. Ragna Schirmer has a huge amount to say", the Berlin Philharmonic magazine.

    Ragna Schirmer made her début at the Salzburg Festival in summer 2005 with the Camerata Salzburg conducted by Sir Roger Norrington.

    Among her many credits to date, she has performed with the Munich Philharmonic under Zubin Mehta, the Gürzenich Orchestra under Andrey Boreyko, the Gewandhaus Orchestra under Herbert Blomstedt and the German Chamber Philharmonic of Bremen. In addition to her solo appearances, she has a special love of chamber music and has performed with the cellist Michael Sanderling and the Gewandhaus Quartet among others. Her CDs have won many awards and excellent reviews throughout Europe. She received the Echo Classic award for her Haydn album, while “Etude Fantasy” was named Audiophile CD of the Year.

    Ragna Schirmer trained under the best teachers, with Professor Kämmerling in Hanover and Professor Ringeissen in Paris. She completed her studies with top marks and as a teenager was already displaying her evident ability in various competitions. She has won 15 first prizes in her young career, resulting in invitations to perform at leading music festivals - she has been invited back repeatedly to the MDR Music Summer and the Ruhr Piano Festival, to name but two.

    At the age of 28, Ragna was offered a chair at the Academy of Music and Performing Arts in Mannheim.

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    Cruise
    EUX1731
    Cruise dates
    06.12.2017 - 19.12.2017

    MS EUROPA 2 - FREEDOM THAT TAKES YOU PLACES

    The EUROPA 2

    Casual lifestyle for a maximum of 500 guests - with this concept, the EUROPA 2 heralded a new era for luxury cruises. Since then, luxury has meant a wealth of culinary highlights, first-class wellness and fitness offers, extraordinary on-board entertainment and fascinating land activities, complemented by a maximum of privacy and individual freedom. Awarded 5 stars, the EUROPA 2 is considered "the best cruise ship in the world" according to Insight Guides 2024.

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    Suites

    Plenty of room to feel good in our suites. On board there are no cabins but only suites with their own veranda. With a size of 35 to 114 m² and unlimited open space.

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    Restaurants

    Delicious diversity in seven restaurants. From upscale modern cuisine to a rich variety of Asian delights. Some opulent, some light, some fresh from the grill, some rustically inspired. The stylish ambiance in the seven restaurants underscores the most pleasurable gourmet expectations.

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    Bars

    Atmospheric evenings in six stylish bars. The bars on board the EUROPA 2 will quickly become your favourite places. Whichever you choose, a discreet service, a wide selection of drinks and snacks, as well as a wonderful ambience will provide you with unforgettable moments during your stay on board.

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    Relaxation

    The spacious OCEAN SPA awaits you with everything you could wish for to vitalise body and mind over an area of more than 800 m²/8,611 ft². And so that you never forget where you are, you'll always have a fantastic view of the open sea.

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    Entertainment

    Raise the curtain! Enjoy unforgettable events and spectacular shows featuring famous artists and stars on board the EUROPA 2. Great comedy, music from classical to pop, and exciting presentations and talks - and always first class.

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