MS EUROPA 2

MS Europa 2 at a Glance

MS Europa 2 is Hapag-Lloyd Cruises' ultra-luxury ship, built for guests who want outstanding cuisine, generous personal space and a relaxed, cosmopolitan atmosphere at sea. Key points worth knowing before you read further:

• Operated by Hapag-Lloyd Cruises, one of Europe's most celebrated luxury cruise lines
• Spans five decks of guest-facing spaces and amenities
• The flagship Owner Suite runs to 99 m² — with separate sleeping, living and dining areas
• Multiple included restaurants alongside speciality venues, and a broad programme of bars and lounges
• Sails the Western Mediterranean, Norway, the Caribbean, the Canary Islands, Southern Africa, Southeast Asia and more

Departures on current sailings operate from ports including Hamburg, Kiel, Cape Town, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Palma de Mallorca, Rome (Civitavecchia) and Panama City. Because every sailing departs from overseas, the cruise sits at the heart of a longer trip — which is exactly what a Cruise1st Package is designed for: flights, hotels and transfers arranged alongside your cruise in one booking.

Cabins and Suites on MS Europa 2

Every accommodation category on MS Europa 2 comes with a private balcony, and the ship's ratio of space to guest is one of the most generous afloat. The full breakdown of grades and deck plans is on the MS Europa 2 cabins and deck plans page.

At the very top sits the Owner Suite (grade K11): a 99 m² residence with separate sleeping, living and dining areas — the most exclusive suite on board. At that scale, it functions less like a cabin and more like a private apartment at sea, with balcony space to match. If you're deciding between grades, our cruise experts can talk through what each offers relative to your voyage length and itinerary.

Dining on MS Europa 2

MS Europa 2 carries more named restaurants than almost any ship of its size, spanning included dining rooms and speciality venues that carry a cover charge or à la carte pricing.

Included restaurants form the backbone of every day on board. The Restaurant Weltmeere is the main dining room at the heart of the ship, serving daily-changing international gourmet menus with the chef's personal signature. The EUROPA Restaurant mirrors that approach, with cuisine inspired by the regions you visit and many tables for two. The Lido Café offers a more relaxed setting, from terrace breakfasts to grilled dishes and dinner under the stars. The Yacht Club Restaurant rounds out the included options with open cooking stations serving salads, antipasti, grilled specialities and fresh pasta with unobstructed sea views.

Speciality restaurants carry à la carte or cover-charge pricing and reward advance planning. The Globe by Kevin Fehling is the headline act: the three-Michelin-star chef combines modern techniques with global ingredients, and on selected voyages he cooks personally on board. Pearls reimagines French seafood and caviar tradition with an outdoor terrace overlooking the sea. Restaurant Serenissima and Restaurant Tarragon cover Italian-Mediterranean classics and French bistro cooking respectively — the latter preparing beef tartare at your table in art deco surroundings. Restaurant Elements spans Asian cuisines from Indian curries to Vietnamese and Chinese dishes, while Restaurant Sakura focuses on Japanese cuisine, from classical to creative sushi. Restaurant GRANDE Réserve pairs a curated wine collection with sommelier-guided tastings and is charged separately.

Bars and Lounges on MS Europa 2

The bar and lounge programme on MS Europa 2 is as considered as the dining line-up. Sansibar carries the largest champagne selection on board and draws guests late into the evening, with live music on selected nights. Gatsby's channels the bar culture of the Roaring Twenties — cocktails, nostalgia, and dancing actively encouraged. The Piano Bar offers a quieter counterpoint, with live pianists accompanying afternoon coffee or an evening aperitif. The Havana Bar keeps a well-stocked humidor for those who want a fine cigar with their nightcap, and Club Belvedere serves complimentary tea, coffee and pastries with panoramic views, hosting readings and concerts on selected evenings. The outdoor Poolbar serves fresh waffles in the afternoon — available to your sunlounger on request.

Wellness on MS Europa 2

The EUROPA Refresh programme brings together fitness, nutrition, mental support and meditation into a structured approach to wellbeing. Access to the programme is included in your cruise fare; individual treatments, coaching sessions and therapies carry a separate charge.

Where MS Europa 2 Sails

The current sailing programme takes MS Europa 2 across a wide spread of destinations, with the Western Mediterranean and Norway among the most frequently featured regions, alongside the Caribbean, the Canary Islands, Southern Africa, Africa, Southeast Asia and the Eastern Mediterranean.

In the Mediterranean, itineraries take in the western and eastern basins — browse Western Mediterranean sailings or the broader Mediterranean destination page to see what's running. For Norway, the Norway destination page lists every sailing we offer there, and the Norway cruises from the UK search page lets you filter by what suits you. Caribbean sailings depart from Miami — the Caribbean cruises from Miami search page is the fastest route to available dates. The Canary Islands destination page covers those itineraries, and Southern Africa, Africa and Southeast Asia each have their own pages for the more far-ranging voyages.

Trips up to 25 nights are available, making MS Europa 2 a natural choice for a longer, immersive voyage rather than a short break. All sailings depart from overseas ports — Hamburg and Kiel in Germany, Cape Town in South Africa, Santa Cruz de Tenerife and Palma de Mallorca in Spain, Miami in the United States, and others — so flying is part of every trip, which is where a Cruise1st Package earns its keep.

Why Book MS Europa 2 with Cruise1st

As one of the UK's leading cruise specialists, Cruise1st brings genuine knowledge of Hapag-Lloyd Cruises to every booking — this is not a general travel agent offering a ship they've never sold before. Expert advice from real cruise specialists is available by phone before you commit, whether you're choosing between a suite category or comparing itineraries across regions. And because every MS Europa 2 sailing requires a flight, a Cruise1st Package — cruise, flights, hotel nights and transfers in one booking — removes the complexity of building it yourself.

Alternatives to MS Europa 2

If you're still deciding, a few other ships cover similar itineraries and are worth a look alongside MS Europa 2.

Seven Seas Voyager (Regent Seven Seas Cruises) sails from many of the same ports and visits a significant number of the same countries — Spain, Germany, France and Portugal among them. No flight required for the overlapping sailings; it's a straight alternative to consider alongside this ship.

Seven Seas Mariner (Regent Seven Seas Cruises) shares an even greater overlap in the countries it visits, again departing from the same ports without requiring a flight from the UK.

Seabourn Quest (Seabourn) sails from the same ports and calls at around three-quarters of the same countries as MS Europa 2 — another option worth putting beside this ship when you're weighing up the alternatives.

Common Questions About MS Europa 2

Do All MS Europa 2 Sailings Require a Flight?

Yes — every current sailing on MS Europa 2 departs from an overseas port, including Hamburg, Kiel, Cape Town, Miami, Santa Cruz de Tenerife and Palma de Mallorca. None depart from a UK port. A Cruise1st Package can bundle your flights, hotel nights and transfers with the cruise in a single booking, which simplifies the process considerably.

Which Restaurants Are Included in the Cruise Fare?

The Restaurant Weltmeere, EUROPA Restaurant, Lido Café and Yacht Club Restaurant are all included. Speciality venues — including The Globe by Kevin Fehling, Pearls, Restaurant Elements, Restaurant Sakura, Restaurant Serenissima, Restaurant Tarragon and Restaurant GRANDE Réserve — carry à la carte or cover-charge pricing on top of the cruise fare.

What Is the Owner Suite on MS Europa 2?

The Owner Suite (grade K11) is the most exclusive accommodation on board at 99 m², with separate sleeping, living and dining areas and its own balcony. Full details on all suite and cabin grades, along with deck plans, are on the MS Europa 2 cabins and deck plans page.

Which Cabin Grade Should I Book?

That depends on your voyage length, travel companions and how much time you plan to spend in your suite versus on deck. Every grade on MS Europa 2 includes a private balcony. Call our cruise experts before you book — they can compare grades for your specific itinerary and help you decide which level of space and inclusion suits your trip.

Where Does MS Europa 2 Sail in the Mediterranean?

MS Europa 2 sails both the western and eastern Mediterranean basins, with departures from ports including Rome (Civitavecchia), Palma de Mallorca and Lisbon. The Western Mediterranean and Eastern Mediterranean destination pages list current sailings, and the 14-day Mediterranean cruises search page is useful if you're looking at longer voyages in the region.