Extend your stay with the previous cruise EUX2203 and save € 2,000 per person (applies to Categories 1 – 14) or extend with the subsequent cruise EUX2205 and save € 1,800 per person (applies to Categories 1 – 14).
At anchor - If the ship anchors in open water the ferrying ashore will be done with tenders or Zodiacs.
Golf course - You stop at the world's best and most beautiful greens and are overseen by a PGA golf professional.
Zodiac - Wherever our small and manoeuvrable ships cannot go further, you can safely continue your adventure in a Zodiac (robust motorised inflatable rubber boats; depending on weather conditions).
Scheduled flight from Germany to San Francisco
Transfer to the embarkation point
San Francisco/California/USA
Overnight stay on board
Set the perfect tone for your cruise in San Francisco: explore this paradise for fans of architecture* under expert guidance or visit the former prison island of Alcatraz*. Or if you prefer, head to Napa Valley*, one of the most popular wine-growing regions in the USA.
San Francisco, departure 19.00 hrs
Monterey Harbor/California/USA , 8.00 – 15.00 hrs
Look forward to a trip* along 17-Mile Drive, a panoramic road that takes you past the most beautiful spots on the peninsula. The picturesque and chic town of Carmel-by-the-Sea* gained particular fame through the acting legend Clint Eastwood, who was the mayor there for two years.
Santa Barbara/California/USA , 8.00 – 19.00 hrs
Visit a vineyard* in the Santa Ynez Valley, before enjoying the Scandinavian charms of the city of Solvang*. Or explore the coast off Santa Barbara by kayak*.
Los Angeles/California/USA, 6.00 – 21.00 hrs
Each of the city’s districts has its own charm and exciting attractions: Hollywood, the Walk of Fame, Sunset Boulevard or the Dolby Theatre, which hosts the annual Oscars ceremony. And don’t forget about Venice* with its canals and the legendary beach promenade at Venice Beach.
San Diego/California/USA , 6.00 – 18.00 hrs
“America’s Finest City”, as San Diego is also known due to its pleasantly mild climate, is the birthplace of California and has beautiful long beaches to offer.
Relaxation at sea
Bahia Magdalena/Baja California/Mexico , 9.00 – 18.00 hrs
Cruise along the Baja California Peninsula with the Zodiacs (subject to weather conditions). With a little luck, you’ll spot whales and dolphins in the distance.
Cabo San Lucas/Baja California/Mexico , 7.00 – 0.00 hrs
Fine sand, deep-blue ocean and bizarre desert landscapes: take a boat trip* to the rock arch of El Arco and watch the sea lions and pelicans. Or immerse yourself in the tranquil artists’ town of Todos Santos* with the legendary Hotel California, which served as inspiration for the Eagles’ song of the same name.
Relaxation at sea
Puerto Vallarta/Mexico , 6.00 – 18.00 hrs
Between the foothills of the Sierra Madre lies Puerto Vallarta on the azure-blue Bahia de Banderas, surrounded by lush vegetation. The expert on your boat trip* will take you on a journey into the world of humpback whales and you might be lucky enough to spot a few of these creatures as you sail off the coast of Mexico.
Relaxation at sea
Acapulco/Mexico, 7.00 – 18.00 hrs
Mexico’s most popular seaside resort will introduce you to the famous cliff divers at the La Perla club*, who jump from the 35 m (115 ft) cliff into a bay just 5 m (16 ft) wide.
Relaxation at sea
Puerto Quetzal/Guatemala, 6.00 – 18.00 hrs
Take off for a flight in Tikal National Park*, which was once the Maya’s largest ceremonial centre. Colonial Antigua*, the former capital of Guatemala, will also impress you with the baroque architecture of its buildings.
Relaxation at sea
Puntarenas/Costa Rica , 6.00 – 18.00 hrs
Take a ride on the historic railway* to discover small cities and the tropical vegetation of Costa Rica. Or embark on a sporty canopy adventure* in the treetops of ancient giants.
Relaxation at sea
Daytime passage through the Panama Canal
Colon/Panama, arrival 20.00 hrs
Overnight stay on board
After one final night on board, your cruise on the EUROPA 2 comes to an end in Colon.
Colon/Panama
Transfer to Panama City for a scheduled flight to Germany
Arrival in Germany
* The 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:
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 PERFECT SETTING FOR ART
Set sail and discover the world of art – art2sea welcomes prominent artists, gallerists, art experts and curators from great museums. Cooperations with renowned experts reveal fascinating insights into the international art world. Exclusive exhibition, gallery and museum visits offer you a look behind the scenes.
Sat 05.03 Santa Barbara – Sandpiper Golf Club
This typically American golf course offers spectacular views of the fairways. Gaze at the Pacific and the surrounding mountains as you progress along the course. The challenging holes ensure this course is the complete package. Wide fairways with well-chosen bunkers lead to spacious greens, each with their own particular features.
Mon 07.03 San Diego – Singing Hills Golf Resort
Nestled in the Dehesa Valley in the San Diego hinterland, you will find 36 first-class championship holes. The Oak Glen Course features very wide fairways and large, fast greens. Particularly interesting is the 400 m (1,312 ft) fifth hole, which requires you to conquer a river before reaching the green. The Willow Glen Course demands plenty of course management with its narrow fairways, well-positioned bunkers and several dog-leg holes.
Thu 10.03 Cabo San Lucas – Cabo del Sol Golf Club
Enjoy these two 18-hole masterpieces designed by Jack Nicklaus and Tom Weiskopf right on the south coast of Baja California Sur. Both the Ocean Course (Nicklaus) and Desert Course (Weiskopf) play with the natural dune landscape in their designs. Although all 18 holes present a challenge on both courses, this will prove a breathtaking game overall.
Sat 12.03 Puerto Vallarta – Vista Vallarta Club de Golf
You might feel a bit of deja vu here, because this club also has two challenging 18-hole courses designed by grandmasters Jack Nicklaus and Tom Weiskopf. Once again, they feature wide fairways and strategically placed bunkers. The only significant difference is the natural conditions, thanks to the course’s location. For example, the course designed by Jack Nicklaus features many palm trees and large fig trees.
Fri 18.03 Puntarenas – La Iguana Golf Course
Altogether 14 of the holes on this course lead players through breathtaking jungle landscape. Accordingly, certain features may prove distracting: close to 50 extraordinary species of bird, including the yellow-billed toucan, will watch your progress from the undergrowth. Despite some very narrow, and very difficult, stretches of fairway, this will prove an exceptional golfing experience.
The PGA professional has been running his own golf school in Bochum, Germany, since 2004. He completed the training to become an A-rated trainer of the DGV (German golf association) in 2005, then also added the title of PGA Health Professional and in 2017 became one of the first to gain the academic degree of Master of Science Research and Instruction in Golf from the German Sport University Cologne. He combines his expertise with a calm and balanced approach to training and the game – and has been ensuring success with Golf & Cruise ashore and at sea for several years.
This cruise along the Californian coast allows you to enjoy views of the Pacific as you play.
Extend your stay with the previous cruise EUX2203 and save € 2,000 per person (applies to Categories 1 – 14) or extend with the subsequent cruise EUX2205 and save € 1,800 per person (applies to Categories 1 – 14).
