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MS EUROPA - from Barcelona to Gran Canaria

Oriental charm and great voices

MS EUROPA - from Barcelona to Gran Canaria
Cruise EUR1621
04.10.2016 - 18.10.2016 (14 days)
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    Cruise
    EUR1621
    Cruise dates
    04.10.2016 - 18.10.2016

    The souks will tempt you with their oriental variety, aromatic scents are in the air and magnificent buildings have stories to tell of times gone by: from Tunis to Casablanca, the charm of the Orient captivates the senses. Whilst the spirit of Andalusia with its Moorish masterpieces will enchant you, Madeira and Tenerife provide pure relaxation. And on board, the young stars of the Stella Maris Vocal Competition will provide the soundtrack to this varied autumn cruise.


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    The cruise is fully booked.
    For further assistance please contact us at 040 30703050.

    Please note that your choosen cruise is conducted in German only. All printed matters are available in German. Nevertheless our crew is fluent in English.
    Price specials - Attractive combination discount of up to € 1,000

    Combine cruises EUR1620 and EUR1621 and save € 450 or EUR1621 and EUR1622 and save € 1,000.

    The highlights of this cruise

    •   UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Historic centre of Tunis*, ruins of Carthage*, Medina of Marrakech*, Kasbah of Algiers* and the Moorish Alhambra palace*

    •   UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site: Las Canadas del Teide National Park*

    •   Madeira in depth

    •   Stella Maris – international classic singing competition on board

    •   Golf & Cruise voyage with extensive golf package*

    New ports: Skikda/Algeria and Oran/Algeria

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    Your ship - MS EUROPA

    EUROPA: The worlds' best moments

    Smaller than others, the EUROPA is nevertheless way ahead. Equipped with incomparable freedom for personal development - and even more space for fresh ideas, enjoyment and inspiring perspectives. Curious? Then we would like to welcome you to a ship that sets standards worldwide in the field of luxury cruises - and on which your demand for luxury will be fulfilled individually.

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    Your suites on MS EUROPA

    Suite
    • 27 m² (290 ft²) Suite with a panorama window
    • 24-hour suite service
    • Visually divided living and sleeping area
    • Bathroom with shower and bathtub
    • Walk-in wardrobe
    • Free mini bar
    Veranda Suite (cat. 4-5)
    • 27 m² (290 ft²) suite with a veranda
    • 24-hour suite service
    • Visually divided living and sleeping area
    • Bathroom with shower and bathtub
    • Walk-in wardrobe
    • Free mini bar
    • Some suites can be booked with connecting doors
    Veranda Suite (cat. 6-7)
    • 27 m² (290 ft²) suite with a veranda
    • 24-hour suite service
    • Visually divided living and sleeping area
    • Bathroom with shower and bathtub
    • Walk-in wardrobe
    • Free mini bar
    • Some suites can be booked with connecting doors
    Spa Suite
    • 27 m² (290 ft²) SPA Suite with a veranda
    • 24-hour suite service
    • Includes SPA pamper package
    • Bathroom with natural light, ocean view
    • Hydrotherapy shower and whirlpool bath
    • Walk-in wardrobe
    • Free mini bar (incl. a selection of high-quality spirits)
    Penthouse Deluxe Suite
    • 45 m² (484 ft²) Penthouse Deluxe Suite with a veranda
    • 24-hour butler service
    • Private atmosphere on Deck 10
    • Separate living and sleeping areas
    • Bathroom with underfloor heating, two washbasins, shower and whirlpool bath
    • Walk-in wardrobe
    • Free mini bar (incl. a selection of high-quality spirits)
    Penthouse Grand Suite
    • 85 m2 (915 sq ft) Penthouse Grand Suite with a spacious, partly covered veranda featuring a Dedon sofa island
    • Separate living and sleeping area
    • Inviting dining area with a dining table for up to six people
    • Bathroom with heated floor, two washbasins, a floor-level shower, a whirlpool bath and a private sauna; separate guest toilet
    • Spacious walk-in wardrobe
    • 24-hour butler service
    • Free mini bar (incl.  a selection of high-quality spirits)
    Cruise
    EUR1621
    Cruise dates
    04.10.2016 - 18.10.2016

    Tuesday, 04.10.2016

    Scheduled flight Germany – Barcelona
    >Transfer to embarkation point for the EUROPA
    Barcelona/Spain, departure 18.00 hrs

    Barcelona/Spain

    Arrive a little earlier for the pre-cruise programme* Barcelona – culture, architecture and indulgence.

    Wednesday, 05.10.2016

    Relaxation at sea

    Thursday, 06.10.2016

    La Goulette (Tunis)/Tunisia, 8.00 – 17.00 hrs

    La Goulette (Tunis)/Tunisia

    The many souks in the enchanting medina* in Tunis are a great place to have a browse. At the Bardo Museum*, you can take a look at the largest collection of Greek and Roman mosaics in the country. Not far from the city, the Punic people once ruled over the Mediterranean from Carthage*. With wide-ranging views over the Mediterranean, today you can walk through the excavations of the baths of Antonius Pius and the ruins of Roman villas.

    Friday, 07.10.2016

    Skikda/Algeria, 9.00 – 17.00 hrs

    Skikda/Algeria

    Take in some impressions of this little coastal city* with sights including the neo-Moorish style city hall, the railway station designed by the architect Le Corbusier and the theatre decorated with gargoyles. The city of Constantine* has been named the 2015 Capital of Arab Culture. It has a proud heritage dating back some 3,000 years. Admire the variety of ancient and medieval buildings, the oriental palace of Ahmed Bay and the Pont Sidi Rached viaduct.

    Saturday, 08.10.2016

    Algiers, 8.00 – 18.00 hrs

     

    Algiers/Algeria

    A hint of French charm still pervades the capital, whose Moorish routes you will encounter in the enchanting kasbah*. Get to know the lively city on a walking tour* and explore an oasis of colour, scents and blooms in the tropical Jardin d’Essai du Hamma*.

    Sunday, 09.10.2016

    Oran, 12.00 – 18.00 hrs

     

    Oran/Algeria

    The opulent mosque in the historic district of Sidi El Houari, the Palais de la Culture and the Sacre-Coeur cathedral, which now houses the national library – discover the coastal city on a walking tour* and enjoy the views over the sea and the city from the Spanish Fort Santa Cruz.

    Monday, 10.10.2016

    Malaga/Spain 8.00 – 18.00 hrs

    Malaga/Spain

    The second biggest city in Andalusia is impressive with its architecture from across the centuries, such as the Teatro Romano or the Alcazaba fortress, which you will see on your bicycle tour*. On the other side of the Sierra Nevada mountains lies the old royal city of Granada and the world-famous Alhambra Palace*: The Nasrid dynasty reigned for 250 years from here. Although it may seem rather plain-looking from the outside, the palace is delightful inside with its Arab-influenced architecture, enchanting gardens, bubbling fountains and artistic embellishments.

    Tuesday, 11.10.2016

    Cadiz, 8.00 – 0.00 hrs

    Cadiz/Spain

    With its golden dome and white flat-roofed houses, Cadiz will entice you behind its city walls. Enjoy the Andalusian way of life in the narrow streets of La Vina, stay on one of the city’s beaches or take an excursion to remarkable Seville. The city’s main landmark is the former Giralda minaret, which is now the bell tower of the biggest Gothic cathedral in the world. Pine forests, sand dunes and cliffs provide the scenery for your walk* in the La Brena Nature Reserve.

    Wednesday, 12.10.2016

    Tangier/Morocco, 8.00 – 14.00 hrs

    Tangier/Morocco

    Tangier has always inspired visitors with its extraordinary atmosphere, which you can feel in particular around the lively markets of the Grand Socco or between the ancient walls of the kasbah*. Asilah* is a real haven for artists: hidden behind the city walls, you can find the brilliant white Medina, picturesque with its blue shutters and colourful wall paintings.

    Thursday, 13.10.2016

    Casablanca, 6.00 – 19.30 hrs

    Casablanca/Morocco

    The minaret of the Hassan II mosque rises up an impressive 200 m over the Atlantic and is also open to non-Muslim visitors – one of the highlights on your panoramic trip*. The most beautiful city in Morocco, Marrakech* is full of oriental charm. The “red city” is enchanting with its masterful architecture, amazing Medina and the Djemaa el Fna, the famous square of the jugglers.

    Friday, 14.10.2016

    Relaxation at sea

    Saturday, 15.10.2016

    Funchal/Madeira/Portugal, arrival 8.00 hrs

    Funchal/Madeira/Portugal

    The EUROPA will spend the night off the island of flowers. A particularly original way to explore Funchal is by tutxi* – three-wheeled electric vehicles with open sides, which will take you safely through the narrow streets. Enjoy the delightful parish of Monte* and some amazing views: from the summit of the Pico do Arieiro* you can see as far as the neighbouring islands in clear weather. The famous toboggan ride back down from Monte to Funchal promises a completely new and unforgettable experience.

    Sunday, 16.10.2016

    Funchal, departure 13.00 hrs

    Monday, 17.10.2016

    Santa Cruz/Tenerife/Spain, 8.00 – 18.00 hrs

    Santa Cruz/Tenerife/Canary Islands/Spain

    With its futuristic auditorium, tropical parks and extensive shopping, this harbour town is a great place to walk around. Or you can discover Las Canadas del Teide National Park*. The bizarre landscape features cooled lava flows, fields of ash and steep, dark-coloured slopes. La Orotava* is like something straight out of a picture book, with its picturesque narrow streets and wooden balconies. The bars on the promenade at Puerto de la Cruz* will entice you to order a cafe cortado.

    Tuesday, 18.10.2016

    Las Palmas de Gran Canaria/Gran Canaria, arrival 7.00 hrs
    Transfer to flight to Munich**

    Las Palmas de Gran Canaria/Gran Canaria/Canary Islands/Spain

    Extend your holiday with a private travel arrangement*.

    * The shore activities are not included in the cruise price and are in the planning stage. Subject to changes.

    ** Depending on the flight schedule, it may be necessary to change the airport of arrival.

    Cruise
    EUR1621
    Cruise dates
    04.10.2016 - 18.10.2016

    This journey will delight you with the following program

    Stella Maris International Vocal Competition

    For the high-calibre Stella Maris International Vocal Competition, international opera houses put forward their talented young singers to take part in three rounds of the classical singing competition on board the EUROPA. The selected up-and-coming young talents demonstrate their abilities in the categories of opera, oratorios and lieder. As well as awards presented by the star-studded jury in the form of guest appearances, guests on board the EUROPA also choose their personal favourite to receive the generous audience award.

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    Family cruise – a fairy-tale world from the Arabian Nights

    On this family cruise, your loved ones will have their very own on-shore programme. Experienced supervisors ensure that special kids’ and teens’ excursions provide an exciting way to explore new places for all junior cruise passengers aged 4 and up. Naturally, we also offer family excursions* tailored to let you and your children explore together. Back on board, the children and their supervisors complete their eventful day by eating together in the Lido Café. If required, a babysitter* can look after your little ones afterwards. To allow you to sleep in peace, we also... Read more

    On this family cruise, your loved ones will have their very own on-shore programme. Experienced supervisors ensure that special kids’ and teens’ excursions provide an exciting way to explore new places for all junior cruise passengers aged 4 and up. Naturally, we also offer family excursions* tailored to let you and your children explore together. Back on board, the children and their supervisors complete their eventful day by eating together in the Lido Café. If required, a babysitter* can look after your little ones afterwards. To allow you to sleep in peace, we also offer a lie-in service on days at sea: nannies will pick up your children at 8.00 hrs and take them for breakfast. And on days with shore excursions, adjusted supervision times allow you to take part in excursions* without your children.

    Details of kids’, teens’ and family excursions can be found in the itinerary under the respective ports.

    * Subject to a Charge.

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    Cruise
    EUR1621
    Cruise dates
    04.10.2016 - 18.10.2016

    MS EUROPA - The world's best moments

    The EUROPA

    While the EUROPA sails to the most beautiful destinations in the world with a maximum of 400 guests, you will enjoy luxurious comfort on board that sets standards on the seas. You can look forward to the legendary familiarity of a German-speaking crew that individually caters to your wishes with a crew-to-guest ratio of almost one to one. Hospitality that is lived and perfected down to the last detail. Be inspired by the very special atmosphere of this incomparable ship, which was awarded 5 stars by the Insight Guides 2024.

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    Suites

    A home away from home: Every suite is inviting – just like an elegant home, but at sea. Each is equipped with all the facilities you would expect, and designed so that you have plenty of space to yourself. What’s more, the view changes every day.

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    Restaurants

    Culinary perfection: Our chefs serve up masterful creations in four restaurants, from classic dishes to uncharted culinary waters. On selected cruises, they will even accept a little assistance - but only from the best in the field, of course. The stars of the culinary world, recipients of Michelin stars or Gault et Millau chef hats, dazzle with distinctive creations and deliver taste sensations that you will rave about for a long time afterwards.

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    Bars

    To see out the day in style: Five bars promise hours of pleasant relaxation and are the perfect location to see out any day in wonderful style. They are also popular locations for a few of the events that we organise for you on every cruise.

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    SPA & Fitness

    Every cruise on the EUROPA is a journey inside yourself. With our holistic wellness and health concept, you can reconnect with yourself and take time for mindfulness, self-realisation and your health. Innovative exercise programmes and holistic well-being concepts will bring your body and soul together in harmony. You will be in the best possible hands here – for example, in the OCEAN SPA, which offers everything from classic massages to beauty treatments, in one of our fitness classes or with your personal trainer (fees apply).

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    Entertainment

    Indulge your curiosity on board with numerous opportunities to experience and enjoy things old and new. Our wide-ranging services allow you to explore the extraordinary and return home feeling truly inspired. Become a true connoisseur through on-board discussions with notable experts and public figures – you might even discover a whole new side to yourself. Soak up knowledge and stories that cannot be found in any book and thrilling on-stage entertainment courtesy of renowned artists from the worlds of music, film and TV, culture and science in a programme unique to every cruise.

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