The classic: a safari in the wild on the trail of the “big five”. Urban contrast: dynamic cities such as Cape Town and Durban. A cruise between African legends and lifestyle.
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Combine this cruise with EUX1803 and save € 1,500 per person (applies to categories 1 – 14).
Golf course - You stop at the world's best and most beautiful greens and are overseen by a PGA golf professional.
At anchor - If the ship anchors in open water the ferrying ashore will be done with tenders or Zodiacs.
Scheduled flight from Germany to Cape Town
Transfer to embarkation point
Arrive a little early and explore Cape Town with our pre-cruise programmes* – perhaps in combination with a safari.
Cape Town/South Africa, departure 18.00 hrs
Relaxation at sea
Luderitz/Namibia, 7.00 – 15.00 hrs
A leap back in time: experience the colourful city with its historic, lovingly preserved art nouveau buildings at your own pace.
Walvis Bay/Namibia , arrival 8.00 hrs
Situated by a stunning lagoon, this natural harbour is the ideal starting point for fascinating desert excursions: to the Namib* in all-terrain vehicles, the desert city of Swakopmund* or an aerial tour of the Sossusvlei* (subject to weather conditions). Recommended by our travel concierge: a jeep tour* through the Namib off the usual tourist path with a local guide. Reflect on your experiences during the following two days at sea.
Walvis Bay, departure 19.00 hrs
Relaxation at sea
Port Elizabeth/South Africa, arrival 18.00 hrs
Sandy beaches stretching almost to the centre of the city invite you to soak up the sun. The thrilling alternatives: a two-day safari overland excursion (re-embarkation in Durban) to Phinda Private Game Reserve* with seven different ecosystems or a detour to Addo Elephant National Park*, which is focused on the large mammals.
Port Elizabeth , departure 19.00 hrs
Relaxation at sea
Durban/South Africa , 6.00 – 19.00 hrs
The traditions of Africa, India and Europe blend to form a very special atmosphere. The city entices with the palm-lined seafront and – outside the city – a canopy adventure* and unforgettable encounters with animals and humans: on a game drive through Tala Game Reserve* or in a Zulu village* in the Valley of 1,000 Hills. Mossel Bay The famous Garden Route, which you will follow on a journey of discovery*, stretches out against the imposing backdrop of the Outeniqua Mountains. Thrilling perspectives are also promised on a visit to an ostrich farm* and the Cango Caves*, one of the world’s most beautiful cave systems.
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Flower power
Exotic plants and scones in the tea house: the Durban Botanic Gardens are the perfect retreat in the middle of the city.
Relaxation at sea
Mossel Bay/South Africa , 8.00 – 18.00 hrs
The famous Garden Route, which you will follow on a journey of discovery*, stretches out against the imposing backdrop of the Outeniqua Mountains. Thrilling perspectives are also promised on a visit to an ostrich farm* and the Cango Caves*, one of the world’s most beautiful cave systems.
Cape Town/South Africa, arrival 13.00 hrs
Overnight stay on board
Enjoy stunning views from your veranda when the EUROPA 2 arrives in Cape Town’s harbour. Immerse yourself in the city’s hustle and bustle – for example, along the famous waterfront. Further highlights include a helicopter flight over two oceans* (subject to weather conditions) and the Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden* and Constantia Vineyard*. After a final night on board, you will bid farewell to South Africa – or begin one of our post-cruise programmes*.
Cape Town
Transfer to scheduled flight to Germany
Arrival in 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 changes.
= at anchor / = golf course
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.
Lars Redlich was born in Berlin. He studied music, sports and acting at the University of Arts in Berlin and graduated with honor.
He played the main part in a lot of big musical-productions like „Mamma Mia!“, „Hairspray“ and „Grease“, „Rocky Horror Show“, was the top act in the revue „Winterträume“ in the famous Friedrichstadtpalast Berlin and was seen on TV in several series.
On the classical stage he surprises with a clear counter-tenor voice. The sympathic entertainer and multi-instrumentalist combines all this versatility in his solo show "Lars but not least!” that was winning various prestigious Art Awards!
“Before wine, there was no life.”
This quote from Markus Schneider shows just how big a role wine plays in his life. And it’s no wonder – after all, he grew up in Ellerstadt, a small Palatinate community with vineyard after vineyard and winery after winery. And yet Markus Schneider has created something very special here: the vineyard he set up in 1994 with just one hectare of land has become an international brand. Today, he cultivates around 92 hectares of vines, and his wines appear on the lists of top international restaurants and hotels and the world’s best... Read more
“Before wine, there was no life.”
This quote from Markus Schneider shows just how big a role wine plays in his life. And it’s no wonder – after all, he grew up in Ellerstadt, a small Palatinate community with vineyard after vineyard and winery after winery. And yet Markus Schneider has created something very special here: the vineyard he set up in 1994 with just one hectare of land has become an international brand. Today, he cultivates around 92 hectares of vines, and his wines appear on the lists of top international restaurants and hotels and the world’s best airlines and cruise ship fleets. The breadth of his wine-growing region offers Markus Schneider and his team some key advantages: when summer sends temperatures in the valley soaring to up to 38 °C and drives the grapes to physiological maturity, the early shade, cool ground and winds in the Haardtrand area keep the process moving nice and slowly. Schneider places particular value on a biological approach – no herbicides, insecticides or artificial fertilisers, but careful under-vine cultivation, purely organic fertilisers and sowing various grasses and herbs to strengthen the vineyard.
He believes that to start life in a small wine-growing village and make it in the big wide world, you need to be hard-working and ambitious, have a strong vision and a good dose of Palatinate emotionality. The story of Weingut Markus Schneider shows that we live in the “land of ideas”. Courage, hard work and determination are indeed rewarded.
Wine has always been the main passion of Danie Steytler. He grew up as the 4th generation on Kaapzicht wine estate in Stellenbosch, South Africa, which has given him a great head start in his career as winemaker. From 2000 to 2004 he studied BSc Agriculture Viticulture & Oenology at the University of Stellenbosch. After completing practical courses at Weingut Biegler in Germany (2003), Waterford Wine Estate in Stellenbosch, South Africa (2004) and Rooipad Boerdery Table Grapes in Augrabies, South Africa (2004/2005) he returned to Waterford Wine Estate in 2005 to work... Read more
Wine has always been the main passion of Danie Steytler. He grew up as the 4th generation on Kaapzicht wine estate in Stellenbosch, South Africa, which has given him a great head start in his career as winemaker. From 2000 to 2004 he studied BSc Agriculture Viticulture & Oenology at the University of Stellenbosch. After completing practical courses at Weingut Biegler in Germany (2003), Waterford Wine Estate in Stellenbosch, South Africa (2004) and Rooipad Boerdery Table Grapes in Augrabies, South Africa (2004/2005) he returned to Waterford Wine Estate in 2005 to work as temporary assistant winemaker. He then went on to work as a cellar hand with wineries all over the world, including Châteaux Grand Manye in Saint Emilion, BDX, France, Jordan Wine Estate in Stellenbosch, South Africa, Allan Scott in Blenheim, Marlborough, New Zealand and Stags’ Leap in Napa, California.
In January 2007 he started his first job as winemaker for Swedish wine importing company Oenoforos in Stockholm. He was in charge of buying and blending 10 million litres of wine per year. Also he was part of the team who set up the Nordic Sea Winery, the first in Scandinavia.
Just before harvest in 2009 he joined the family business and has been making wine there ever since. Apart from wine Danie enjoys cooking and eating, music, travelling as well as sports and the outdoors.
The very survival and evolution of classical music within a fast-paced, cosmopolitan environment such as New York requires a dynamic balance of novelty, tradition, and hard work. It was with this vision in mind that the Salomé Ensemble, New York City’s new conductor-less string ensemble, was founded in September 2009 by the Carpenter siblings (violinists Sean and Lauren and violist David). As a 501c3 organization and one of the preeminent orchestras in the U.S., Salomé collaborates with other non-profit organizations in raising awareness for their philanthropy and... Read more
The very survival and evolution of classical music within a fast-paced, cosmopolitan environment such as New York requires a dynamic balance of novelty, tradition, and hard work. It was with this vision in mind that the Salomé Ensemble, New York City’s new conductor-less string ensemble, was founded in September 2009 by the Carpenter siblings (violinists Sean and Lauren and violist David). As a 501c3 organization and one of the preeminent orchestras in the U.S., Salomé collaborates with other non-profit organizations in raising awareness for their philanthropy and broadening the audience of classical music. To date, the orchestra has performed at venues around Manhattan including Steinway Hall, Carnegie Hall, Barge Music, Christie’s, MILK Studios, and the MET Museum; on NPR's Performance Today; and on National Television. Salomé has collaborated with leading soloists, including guitarist Sharon Isbin and violist David Aaron Carpenter, with 2012-2013 performances slated with Alan Gilbert, Christoph Eschenbach, Joshua Bell, Philippe Quint, Daniel Hope, Karen Gomyo, Helene Grimaud, and Rufus Wainwright. Also, Salomé has partnered with notable non-profit organizations from around the world including The Trevor Project, FEED, Camfed, and The Somaly Mam Foundation. Salomé is based in Manhattan and consists of top-ranking graduates from The Curtis Institute of Music, The Julliard School, Manhattan School of Music, Princeton University, and Yale University.
closeFri 19.01 Walvis Bay – Rossmund Golf Club
Situated on the edge of the Namib Desert, this 18-hole course is a bizarre blend of desert landscape and golf course. The springbok and oryx are just as thrilled, and often head to the fairways for lunch. Nevertheless, the course is in very good condition, although the greens are not easy to read.
Wed 24.01 Port Elizabeth – Humewood Golf Club
Since 1929, the dunes of Algoa Bay have been home to a challenging links course layout. This 18-hole course played a significant role in establishing South Africa’s golfing tradition and has hosted many international tournaments.
Fri 26.01 Durban – Durban Country Club
Built in 1922, this course is embedded in the dunes directly by the beach of the Indian Ocean. The long, undulating fairways stretch out in a dreamlike manner through the once sandy landscape, which constantly offers view of the Durban skyline. This course has hosted the South African Open on several occasions.
Sun 28.01 Mossel Bay – Pinnacle Point Golf Club
Situated directly by the rugged cliffs of Mossel Bay, this championship course is a unique natural experience. Playing on this course, which opened in 2006, is like playing in a world of three colours: green terrain beneath your feet, light blue sky above and dark blue sea in the background. The wide fairways will suit golfers of all levels. And it is worth packing your camera along with your golf balls!
Olaf Schäfer has been a fully qualified golf professional of the PGA of Germany since 1999. After professional roles at golf courses in northern Germany, he discovered the world of cruises and started working with Golf & Cruise in 2008. He has the highest grade from the PGA of Germany (G1) and successfully completed his training to become a PGA Health Professional in 2018. From then on, he has devoted particular attention to golf and well-being and uses his expert knowledge to answer any questions on these topics. On board and ashore, his golf instruction combines analytical skills with passion and individuality.
