From Abu Dhabi to Dubai, modern megacities and ancient Arabian treasures line the Persian Gulf – and you at the heart of it all! Follow the EUROPA 2 to the wonders of the world and the tales from the Arabian nights – and enjoy the casual luxury of the world’s best cruise ship, according to the Berlitz Cruise Guide 2018.
Extend your stay with the previous cruise EUX1810 and save € 1,500 per person. Extend your stay with the subsequent cruise EUX1812 and save € 1,200 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 Abu Dhabi
Transfer to a first-class hotel
Overnight stay with breakfast
City tour and transfer to embarkation point
Abu Dhabi/United Arab Emirates , departure 18.00 hrs
Your cruise on the EUROPA 2 starts in the desert metropolis.
Sir Bani Yas/United Arab Emirates , 8.00 – 15.00 hrs
Spend some relaxing hours at Sir Bani Yas Cruise Beach. From the ship, you will take tender boats to the beach located off the island. The beach, which is connected to the main island by a wooden jetty, is exclusively available to you.
Mina Khalifa/Menama/Bahrain , 8.00 – 0.00 hrs
Bahrain is made up of 33 islands, only twelve of which are inhabited. With its futuristic glass buildings, Menama is typical of the region; a fascinating city tour* will take you through Bahrain’s traditional yet modern capital. Alternatively, discover Bahraini cuisine* on a cookery course with a visit to a local fish and vegetable market.
WAHIBA SANDS*
The desert in Oman is the Oriental dream come true: oases, Bedouin camps and dune bashing, the sheikhs’ favourite sport, in which all-terrain vehicles race over sand dunes.
Relaxation at sea
Khasab/Musandam/Oman, 8.00 – 14.00 hrs
Explore the impressive fjord landscape of the Musandam Peninsula on board a typical dhow*, an Arabian wooden boat. With a little luck you will see some dolphins – and you will have the opportunity to take a refreshing dip.
Muscat/Oman , 8.00 – 22.00 hrs
For all its innovation, Muscat still exudes ancient Arabian flair. Gain fascinating insights of cultural Muscat on a city tour*.
Relaxation at sea
Dubai/United Arab Emirates , arrival 7.00 hrs
Overnight stay on board
Dubai awaits you at the end of the cruise – the city where everything is higher, more luxurious, more futuristic, more dazzling and more opulent. Enjoy the view from the imposing Burj Khalifa*, the world’s highest building, or experience the architectural highlights from a falcon’s perspective on a stunning flight in a seaplane*.
Dubai
Transfer to scheduled flight to Germany
NOTE ON RAMADAN:
This cruise takes place during the fasting month of Ramadan. During this time, it is not permitted to consume food or drink in public during the day. Local restaurants will not open until the evening.
* 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 and are charged additionally to the travel package. The prices and conditions for these programmes can be found on the German travel details page and are charged additionally to the travel package. For individual programmes kindly consult your travel agent.
The following programmes are offered in German:
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.
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.
The Tap Factor is proud to present Tap in the Night, an elegant evening of Jazz music and world class tap dancing. These incredible performers are coming straight from NYC, NY to perform for you here tonight. Over the past 20 years, this company has trained and performed with some of most notable institutions in the world. They have been seen performing on Broadway and with international touring companies of some of the most recognizable names in the business - Tap Dogs, Riverdance, the Color Purple, Xanado, and Cirque du Soleil are just a few of the notable credits... Read more
The Tap Factor is proud to present Tap in the Night, an elegant evening of Jazz music and world class tap dancing. These incredible performers are coming straight from NYC, NY to perform for you here tonight. Over the past 20 years, this company has trained and performed with some of most notable institutions in the world. They have been seen performing on Broadway and with international touring companies of some of the most recognizable names in the business - Tap Dogs, Riverdance, the Color Purple, Xanado, and Cirque du Soleil are just a few of the notable credits this incredibly talented ensemble brings from their over 20 years of experience. Please join us for an evening of live classic jazz standards with a contemporary twist as these phenomenal entertainers present, Tap in the Night.
Take a journey through the evolution of tap dance as the Tap Factor proudly presents Feet Speak, a live documentary on the great American art form and it’s influence on the world today. From the basic steps to some more complex, here you will witness masterful precision as the dancers replicate original choreography performed by some of the most recognizable legends of tap as well as contemporary works of their own. You won’t want to miss this exciting dedication to tap dance and those who have made it possible for you witness the dance here tonight.
Dear Guests,
I am delighted to introduce my fitness programme BE.YOU. available exclusively on board the EUROPA 2. BE.YOU. is optimised training tailored to your personal parameters, based on your individual body analysis and also including lots of dietary tips. The programme is offered by our personal trainers* all year round. On selected cruises, I will be very happy to introduce BE.YOU. personally, join your training sessions and, if you wish, give you inspiring ideas to enhance your personal training.
My best regards and see you on board!
Maria Höfl-Riesch
Director... Read more
Dear Guests,
I am delighted to introduce my fitness programme BE.YOU. available exclusively on board the EUROPA 2. BE.YOU. is optimised training tailored to your personal parameters, based on your individual body analysis and also including lots of dietary tips. The programme is offered by our personal trainers* all year round. On selected cruises, I will be very happy to introduce BE.YOU. personally, join your training sessions and, if you wish, give you inspiring ideas to enhance your personal training.
My best regards and see you on board!
Maria Höfl-Riesch
Director Sports & Fitness MS EUROPA 2
* This service can be booked on board at a surcharge.
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Mon 14.05 Abu Dhabi – Abu Dhabi Golf Club (additional course)
This exquisite championship course is like an oasis in the middle of the desert, with greens and fairways that look so good they almost seem artificial. The spectacular complex is dominated by a huge clubhouse with a silhouette in the shape of a falcon. As you start your round, you will quickly forget that everything here is built on sand. The imposing 7,440 m (24,409 ft) par-72 course has seven artificial lakes and 90 bunkers.
Wed 16.05 Mina Khalifa – The Royal Golf Club
Colin Montgomery built this club in what looked like an oversized sandpit. This might sound a bit disparaging, but it’s true. However, the golfing legend made the most of the local terrain and created a real masterpiece on this stretch of desert. It’s no surprise when, here and there, very impressive natural bunkers crop up on the undulating fairways. This is a course you are not likely to forget in a hurry.
Sat 19.05 Muscat – Almouj Golf
Greg Norman, aka “The Shark”, designed a links course here among the desert dunes of Oman. He succeeded in creating a special kind of golf oasis between the beach and the desert, where every tee shot is an experience. When designing the fairways, he was careful to ensure that they provided interesting views of the surrounding landscape. This makes a game of golf here a real visual treat.
Mon 21.05 Dubai – The Address Montgomerie golf club
Once again, Colin Montgomerie created an outstanding championship course here. The golfing professional took inspiration from his homeland – Scotland – and designed an interesting links course that perfectly incorporates the local conditions. At the 18th hole, he created a very special challenge from the championship tee, which requires players to use all the skill they can muster. The par 5, measuring an imposing 600 m (1,969 ft), is something even seasoned pros consider a real test.
Stefan Quirmbach is one of the leading golf experts in Germany. In 1996, he received the PGAs of Europe Five-Star Professional award, known today as the Confederation of Professional Golf (CPG), which has since awarded him with the 2021 Christer Lindberg Bowl for his outstanding contributions to golf. He has been president of the PGA of Germany for many years and has been sharing his expertise in health-conscious golfing for all levels on board for quite some time now. He has also been working with Golf Resort Hardenberg – where his own golf school is based – since 2004.
