There are very few places where volcanic activity has created such bizarre landscapes as those found on the Azores and Madeira. Enjoy fascinating impressions of strange but beautiful scenery, and discover a fascinating way of life.
The cruise is fully booked.
For further assistance please contact us at 040 30703050.
Extend your stay with the previous cruise EUX1824 and save € 800 per person. Extend your stay with the subsequent cruise EUX1826 and save € 600 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 Lisbon
Transfer to embarkation point
Lisbon/Portugal, departure 19.00 hrs
In Lisbon, leave the European mainland behind and begin your cruise on the EUROPA 2.
Relaxation at sea
Ponta Delgada/Sao Miguel/Azores/Portugal , 8.00 – 22.00 hrs
The volcanic past has formed a bizarre landscape, and the black volcanic rock creates impressive architecture wherever you look. A hike* past picturesque ruins in a green river valley, over a ridge and to the most beautiful beach in the Azores will reward you with an unforgettable panorama.
Praia da Vitoria/Terceira/Azores/Portugal , 7.00 – 17.00 hrs
American bars stand side by side with old Spanish churches and Portuguese Renaissance palaces – a unique blend. Explore the island and its capital, the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Angra do Heroismo, on a tour*, or hike the Misterios Negros*, a trail through volcanic formations.
Whales and wine
Our travel concierge will be happy to organise your trip to Pico*, Terceira’s neighbouring island. Visit vineyards and, with a little luck, watch the whales and dolphins.
Relaxation at sea
Funchal/Madeira/Portugal , 8.30 – 0.00 hrs
Discover the diverse plant life of the island of flowers on a scenic journey*. Magnificent views, a historic church and the natural surroundings of Pico do Arieiro* await you. A hike* along the typical irrigation system, the levadas, or a tour through the narrow alleys of Funchal in a tukxi*, a three-wheeled, very manoeuvrable electric car, are great alternatives.
Porto Santo/Madeira/Portugal , 7.00 – 14.00 hrs
Wander through the small town on the fishing island or relax on the idyllic Campo de Baixo beach, which is 9 km (5.5 mi.) in length.
Arrecife/Lanzarote/Canary Islands/Spain, 12.00 – 19.00 hrs
The capital of Lanzarote awaits you with a promenade and little alleys and is the starting point for excursions on the island. Experience the fertility of rugged nature on a scenic journey* to the volcanoes – and on a trip* to the famous cactus garden of artist Cesar Manrique.
Santa Cruz/Tenerife/Canary Islands/Spain , 8.00 – 23.00 hrs
The city at the foot of the Anaga Mountains is ideal for a relaxing stroll along the Rambla del Franco promenade or the Calle Castillo shopping street. Discover the Pico del Teide volcano in Teide National Park* or the Cueva del Viento lava tubes*.
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria/Gran Canaria/Canary Islands/Spain, arrival 5.00 hrs
You will leave the EUROPA 2 in Las Palmas.
Transfer to scheduled flight to 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 change.
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.
Exclusive encounters with outstanding musicians: the MS EUROPA 2 UNPLUGGED special-format cruises feature top-notch star performances, with the concerts in the EUROPA 2’s theatre lending the shows an intimate ambience.
Holiday time is family time – and particularly relaxing on the EUROPA 2: with plenty of opportunities for parents and children to explore the world together and go their own ways. In addition to a varied on-board programme of games and sports as well as arts and crafts, children and teens on family cruises can take part in excursions* that have been specially designed for them. Our travel concierge will be happy to provide you with recommendations for your personal family excursions*.
* This service is not included in the cruise price.
Nicolai Friedrich was born in Offenbach, Frankfurt, in 1976. Even at nursery school, he was fascinated by magic. In 1997, he was named magician of the year by the German magicians’ association, Magischer Zirkel von Deutschland. In 1998, he received the Sarmoti Award from Siegfried & Roy in Las Vegas. In 1999, David Copperfield acquired the exclusive US television rights to Nicolai Friedrich’s original effect “Das Lächeln der Mona Lisa”. At the World Championship of Magic in Peking, Nicolai Friedrich was awarded the prize for the best performance in mentalism. Alongside... Read more
Nicolai Friedrich was born in Offenbach, Frankfurt, in 1976. Even at nursery school, he was fascinated by magic. In 1997, he was named magician of the year by the German magicians’ association, Magischer Zirkel von Deutschland. In 1998, he received the Sarmoti Award from Siegfried & Roy in Las Vegas. In 1999, David Copperfield acquired the exclusive US television rights to Nicolai Friedrich’s original effect “Das Lächeln der Mona Lisa”. At the World Championship of Magic in Peking, Nicolai Friedrich was awarded the prize for the best performance in mentalism. Alongside his career as a magician – and to put his mother’s mind at ease – Nicolai Friedrich passed two examinations in law with flying colours and has been a licensed lawyer in Frankfurt since 2005.
However, his main passion remains magic. In addition to numerous TV appearances in Germany and abroad, Nicolai Friedrich has made an excellent name for himself as an author and speaker in the professional world.
Take the chance and watch this master magician closely.
Fri 05.10 Ponta Delgada – Batalha Golf Club
Where the green of the land meets the blue of the ocean, a historic landscape awaits you. This course, designed by Cameron Powell in 1986, offers 27 holes of golf laid out over 120 há, with its magnificent setting, nestling on the skirts of the surrounding hills and with sweeping views to the ocean – has large flowing greens, wide and generous fairways and sinuously contoured bunkers.
Sat 06.10 Terceira – Clube de Golfe da Ilha Terceira
The simplest golf course of the Azores is very high up. It is situated 300 m (984 ft) above sea level on a mountain plateau overlooking the surrounding region. You really have to concentrate hard on your game when playing on the wide fairways, since the constantly changing views can be very distracting.
Mon 08.10 Funchal (Madeira) – Palheiro Golf
This course requires “all-terrain” players! That is because the 18 fairways take you through the Palheiro Estate with all its beautiful flowers and lush vegetation. Here you will have some fairly sizeable height differences to contend with. Even the clubhouse at the end of the course is 500 m (1,640 ft) above sea level. These elevations provide plenty of breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside.
Thu 11.10 Tenerife – Buenavista Golf
The Spanish golfing legend Severiano Ballesteros created a monument to himself here, declaring that he had designed a unique golf course. The 18-hole course (par 72) may only be 6,019 m (19,747 ft) long, but it stands out thanks to its exposed location in the north-west of the island, running directly along the cliffs towards the Atlantic. As a result, five of the 18 greens end with a breathtaking ocean panorama. Depending on the time of year, the terrain on the fairways can be very hard, since there is not always enough water available on the island to irrigate the course.
