Unforgettable with all the senses

Feel the difference

On board our small cruise ships, you will immediately sense something special. Freedom to think. Warmth in service. The feeling of being completely at peace. Whether it's an exclusive cruise or an exciting expedition, you'll travel to the most beautiful places in the world in an atmosphere that combines comfort and enjoyment at the highest level. Whether you're looking for varied entertainment or the tranquillity of nature, longing for culinary discoveries or prefer to hike towards new horizons, we offer you space for everything that's important to you.

For those seeking more than just a cruise

Small ships, more possibilities

Small ships, few guests (max. 500). With an atmosphere that embraces you. For more freedom and experiences that truly belong only to you.

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Routes off the beaten track

Small harbours, hidden coves and remote corners: the world's most beautiful places lie along routes characterised by impressive flexibility and originality. Carefully curated, with shore excursions tailored to personal interests.

destination overview

Culinary highlights

Top chefs on board bring you the stars from the sky – onto your plate. In first-class gourmet restaurants, you can discover the culinary diversity of the destinations. Tailored to your taste and preferences. Garnished with a fantastic sea view.

culinary delights

First-class entertainment

Internationally renowned artists and experts from the fields of music, dance, artistry, talks and art await you on board our luxury ships MS EUROPA and MS EUROPA 2.

entertainment highlights

Service that exceeds expectations

Look forward to the feeling that everything revolves around your wishes. Thanks to a crew-to-passenger ratio of almost one to one, the service on board is attentive, discreet and personalised. Exclusive in every detail. Unsurpassed as a whole.

Included services

- Exclusively outside cabins/suites – almost all with balcony/veranda
- Champagne and delicacies as a welcome gift
- Mini bar (soft drinks and beer) refilled daily
- Nespresso-Maschine
- 24-hour cabin/suite service
- Entertainment and information system (guest portal) with a diverse selection of films, music from various genres, audio plays and a personal e-mail inbox; additionally, live broadcasts and recordings of expert lectures and forward camera footage on our expedition ships.
- Free use of the Internet on board - free of charge for one hour per guest per day. A For further information and conditions click here.
- Exclusive service privileges and butler service in selected suites in higher categories
- One pair of binoculars and two sets of Nordic Walking poles in the cabin itself (expedition ships only)
- Digital newspaper service
- Gourmet restaurants at no extra charge with flexible table times and no fixed seating arrangements
- Full board: breakfast, late riser breakfast, lunch and dinner, patisserie and snacks
- Choice between à la carte and buffet for all meals
- Coffee and tea specialities
- Complimentary selection of soft drinks For all voyages starting from 03 January 2026
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MS EUROPA & MS EUROPA 2
- Daily entertainment programme with renowned artists and experts from the genres of music, dance, artistry and talks
- Lectures by regional experts on topics relevant to the destination
- Lectures and workshops with renowned lecturers and experts
- Well-stocked on-board library
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Expeditionhips
- Presentations and multimedia lectures by renowned experts from various disciplines
- Use of the interactive Ocean Academy with individual knowledge formats
- Well-stocked on-board library
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- Heated seawater pool and whirlpool
- OCEAN SPA with sauna, steam bath and relaxation room (treatments available for a fee)
- Fitness area with sea view, wide range of courses and training equipment
- Tailor-made programmes for holistic wellbeing on selected voyages aboard EUROPA and EUROPA 2 – find out more
- Port information including maps and tips for going ashore or destination information
- Landings or rides in on-board Zodiacs (robust inflatable boats) or tenders (depending on the route and weather conditions)
- Zodiac rides, landings and hikes accompanied by experts (depending on the destination, expedition ships only)
- Available to borrow on our expedition ships: snorkelling equipment, kayaks, parkas, rubber boots
- Available to borrow on MS EUROPA und on MS EUROPA 2: Snorkelling equipment and bicycles (where permitted by local authorities)
- Shuttle transfer in selected, decentralised berths
- Comprehensive play, sports and creative programme for children aged 4 to 15 (MS EUROPA 2) and aged 4 to 12 (MS EUROPA – on advertised family cruises) – find out more
- Young explorers – exciting programme for 10 to 17-year-olds on our expedition ships on selected voyages during the holiday season – find out more
- Baby Welcome Package for parents with babies or toddlers up to and including 3 years of age (MS EUROPA & MS EUROPA 2) – find out more
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- Harbour and airport fees

The best cruise fleet in the world*

the world's BEST MOMENTS

EUROPA

The EUROPA awaits you with first-class service, a luxurious range of rooms and the highest standards of catering and comfort for a small group of up to 400 guests.

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Freedom that takes you places

EUROPA 2

On the EUROPA 2, you will be travelling in a relaxed and individual way, while enjoying high quality and style. Enjoy a symbiosis of perfection and elegance as well as the highest level of casual luxury with a maximum of 500 guests.

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Adventure & Comfort

Expedition class

With the HANSEATIC nature, the HANSEATIC inspiration and the HANSEATIC spirit, you can expect unforgettable adventures where the experience sets the course. Accompanied by the highest levels of comfort and service - for exceptionally intense experiences with never more than 230 guests.

our expedition ships

CRUISES TO GET TO KNOW

We are the right choice for your cruise

We are convinced of this. And our exclusive short cruises offer you the perfect opportunity to get to know us better in all our facets. Immerse yourself in our world and discover why our guests keep coming back. Come aboard – your extraordinary journey begins here.

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Cruising since 1891

Inventor of the cruise

The history of cruising is not just any history, it is ours. When our founder Albert Ballin organised the first pleasure cruise at sea over 130 years ago, it marked the beginning of a unique cruise history.

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