Join the EUROPA 2 for a premiere as it heads along the diverse west coast of America for the first time. See the world’s most famous suspension bridge, the Golden Gate Bridge, glamorous Hollywood flair in Los Angeles, and Acapulco with its spectacular cliff divers.
Extend your stay with the previous cruise EUX2405 or with the subsequent cruise EUX2407 and save € 2,000 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 and transfer to the embarkation point
San Francisco/California/USA
Overnight stay on board
San Francisco, departure 19.00 hrs
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.
Monterey Harbor/California/USA , 8.00 – 18.00 hrs
Look forward to a trip* along 17-Mile Drive, a panoramic road that takes you past the most beautiful spots on the Monterey 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.
Los Angeles/California/USA, arrival 16.00 hrs
Each of the city’s districts has its very own appeal 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.
Los Angeles , departure 21.00 hrs
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.
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 encounter dolphins along the way.
Cabo San Lucas/Baja California/Mexico , 7.00 – 0.00 hrs
Fine sandy beaches, bizarre desert landscapes and deep-blue ocean: watch sea lions and pelicans on a boat tour* to the rocky arch of El Arco. Or immerse yourself in the tranquil artists’ town of Todos Santos* with the legendary Hotel California, which the Eagles sang about in their 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/Panama
Colon/Panama, arrival 20.00 hrs
Overnight stay on board
The daytime passage through the 81.6 km (50.7 mi.) of the Panama Canal takes you from the Pacific to the Atlantic Ocean.
Colon/Panama
In Panama, you will take your leave of the EUROPA 2.
Transfer to Panama City for a 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 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:
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.
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.
Sun 14.04.2024 Los Angeles (California), USA – Pelican Hill Golf Club
In a neighbourhood not far from the city in the south of LA you’ll find this 36-hole parkland course. Some of the challenging fairways have direct views of the coastline. Elsewhere, the American layout excels with the surrounding lush vegetation and continuous interruptions of bunkers. There are two courses to conquer with the right golfing tactics – the Ocean North and the Ocean South.
Mon 15.04.2024 San Diego (California), USA – Singing Hills Golf Resort – Additional course
The resort in the east of San Diego offers three nine-hole courses, divided into the River, Lake and Valley courses, which can each be paired up for an 18-hole combination. They are all designed in the parkland style with wooded areas neatly accompanying fairways that become rather broad in places. The names of the three sections indicate the conditions of play on each. As is usual in California, the course is in outstanding condition.
Thu 18.04.2024 Cabo San Lucas, Mexico – Cabo San Lucas Country Club
The fairways of this championship course weave their way through the area’s dune sand. The rather straight fairways unfurl with a manicured carpet of Bermuda grass that leads to moderately sized, quite slow greens. A total of 80 bunkers, which are also surrounded by dune sand, provide a challenge. This alone makes a round here something very special, so players won’t be perturbed by tackling hole 16 – the longest in Mexico – a par 5 at a length of 558 m (610 yd).
Sat 20.04.2024 Puerto Vallarta, Mexico – Vista Vallarta Club de Golf
Players who found the last round particularly challenging will get a sense of deja vu on this course. The two 18-hole courses were also designed by the great Jack Nicklaus and Tom Weiskopf. The extremely broad fairways in this design and strategically placed bunkers will present players with particular challenges. Only the geological conditions are significantly different, due to the course’s location. The parkland-style courses are fringed with dense areas of palms and impressive ficus trees.
Mon 22.04.2024 Acapulco, Mexico – Princess Mundo Imperial Golf Course
The 18 holes of this course are divided into two different options. The front nine make their way through a grove of coconut palms, which limit the widths of the fairways. On the back nine, the fairways open out considerably, providing forgiveness for failed shots. However, water is generally a consideration – twelve of the 18 holes are influenced by this factor. All in all, this is certainly a layout that gives all levels a fair chance.
Fri 26.04.2024 Puntarenas, Costa Rica – La Iguana Golf Course
A golfing adventure with very special flora and fauna. An impressive 60 % of the fairways make their way through breathtaking jungle landscapes. The extraordinary bird species that live in this region vie for attention along the way with their calls. If you can afford to take your eye off the ball, you might feel the gaze of a watching yellow-throated toucan and other creatures. Although the fairways are very narrow in places, posing quite some difficulty, the course provides an unforgettable experience far beyond the golf itself.
GENERAL INFORMATION
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.
Extend your stay with the previous cruise EUX2405 or with the subsequent cruise EUX2407 and save € 2,000 per person (applies to Categories 1 – 14).
