Highlight of the week: Coastal magic from Nice to Hamburg

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Nice to Hamburg on EUROPA: 30% off the SILVER fare

16 days along Europe’s western coast, departing 31 May 2027. Offer ends 21 October 2026.

From €5,733 per person €8,190, subject to availability

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A slower way up Europe’s Atlantic coast

This luxury cruise from Nice to Hamburg leaves the French Riviera on 31 May 2027 and spends 16 days heading north. You’ll call into ports in Spain, Portugal, France and Belgium, with sea days in between to rest.

Hapag-Lloyd Cruises is a German cruise line that has been operating since 1891. Its fleet has just five ships, and their smaller size means you can reach ports that larger cruise ships pass by. Every ship operates in English and German.

EUROPA is one of the line’s two ocean ships. This sailing is the current Highlight of the Week, with 30% off the SILVER fare for new bookings made by 21 October 2026.

Ship: EUROPA
Departs: Nice, 31 May 2027
Arrives: Hamburg, 16 June 2027
Duration: 16 days
Offer closes: 21 October 2026

 

Your 16 days, port by port

DatePortIn portWhat you can do
Mon 31 MayNice, FranceDeparts 9pmBoard on the Riviera and sail at night
Tue 1 JunAt seaA first day to settle in on board
Wed 2 JunValencia, Spain8am to 5pmWalk the Mercado Central, or take a tapas and wine walk through the old town
Thu 3 JunAt sea
Fri 4 JunMarbella (Puerto Banus), Spain8am to midnightStroll the lanes around Plaza de los Naranjos, or join a day trip to Ronda
Sat 5 JunAt sea
Sun 6 and Mon 7 JunLisbon, PortugalOvernight, departs 6pm MondayRide Tram 28 through Alfama, then book a fado dinner for your evening ashore
Tue 8 JunAt sea
Wed 9 JunLa Coruna, Spain8am to 5pmSee the Tower of Hercules, the world’s oldest working lighthouse, or walk the last stage of the Way of Saint James
Thu 10 JunAt sea
Fri 11 JunSt Malo, France5.30am to 5.15pmWalk the old city ramparts, or visit the monastery island of Mont-Saint-Michel
Sat 12 JunHonfleur, FranceArrives 7am, departs 2.45amSpend the evening in the harbour that drew Monet, or head inland to medieval Rouen
Mon 14 JunAntwerp, Belgium9am to 8pmVisit Rubens’ former home and studio, then join a chocolate walking tour
Tue 15 JunAt sea
Wed 16 JunHamburg, GermanyArrives 7amDisembark

Shore excursions cost extra and are still being planned, so they may change.

 

A three-Michelin-star chef in the kitchen

Kevin Fehling, head chef of The Table in Hamburg, joins this voyage at THE GLOBE. He holds three Michelin stars and cooks a menu built on ingredients from around the world. His appearance is subject to change.

THE GLOBE is one of five restaurants on EUROPA, and all of them are included in your fare. Three of the five are speciality restaurants, so dinner can change night to night.

This sailing also carries two themes. Golfers are looked after by a PGA golf professional, and a garden expert leads talks before guided visits to parks and gardens ashore. Garden excursions cost extra and places are very limited.

On sea days, swim in the 15-metre seawater pool or spend the afternoon in the spa.

Included in your fare

All five restaurants, plus a complimentary selection of soft drinks

Champagne on arrival and a minibar with soft drinks and beer, refilled daily

24-hour suite service

Expert lectures and live concerts

One hour of free internet per guest each day

Shuttle transfers in selected ports

Zodiac rides to small beaches and bays, when the route and weather allow

Harbour and airport fees

The Highlight of the Week offer

From €5,733per person, usually €8,190. Subject to availability.

30% off the SILVER fare in the advertised suite categories

Cruise only, based on double occupancy

Valid for new bookings made between 7 and 21 October 2026

Can’t be combined with other offers or discounts

Limited number of discounted suites

Prices are shown in euros. Your cruise expert can confirm the current Australian or New Zealand dollar amount.

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Questions about this cruise

Who are Hapag-Lloyd Cruises?

Hapag-Lloyd Cruises is a German cruise line that has been operating since 1891. It runs five small ships: EUROPA and EUROPA 2 for ocean cruising, and the HANSEATIC nature, HANSEATIC inspiration and HANSEATIC spirit for expeditions.

What language is spoken on board?

The whole fleet operates in English and German. Language arrangements for shore excursions vary by itinerary, so it’s worth confirming with your cruise expert before you book.

When does the cruise depart?

EUROPA leaves Nice on 31 May 2027 and arrives in Hamburg on 16 June 2027.

Are flights included?

No. This offer is cruise only. Your cruise expert can book flights and hotels for before and after the voyage.

When does the 30% offer end?

The offer applies to new bookings made by 21 October 2026, while discounted suites last.

 

Book before 21 October

The 30% saving closes on 21 October 2026, and only a set number of suites are discounted. Our recommended cruise experts can check live availability and help you choose a suite.

From €5,733 per person, subject to availability.

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