Hapag-Lloyd Cruises is one of the world’s top cruise lines, specialising in ultra-luxury voyages and expedition-style adventures.

Hapag-Lloyd Cruises offers a range of exciting itineraries on all seven continents, from the frozen plains of Antarctica to the enchanting Far East. Regardless of which voyage you choose, you can expect to enjoy luxurious onboard all-suite accommodations, world-class dining and excellent, personable service.

Hapag-Lloyd Cruises’ Ships

There are five ships in the Hapag-Lloyd Cruises fleet. MS Europa 2 and MS Hanseatic Inspiration are best placed for the international market, offering bilingual cruises with English shore excursions.

MS Europa 2 is a modern luxury cruise ship and has been awarded the 5-stars-plus in the Berlitz Cruise Guide since she launched in 2013, while the new MS Hanseatic Inspiration is purpose-built for expedition-style cruises in Antarctica, South America, Africa and the Arctic.

The fleet is rounded off by MS Europa (1999), with a new expedition ship, MS Hanseatic Spirit, joining MS Hanseatic Nature (2019) in offering cruises for German-speaking guests only.

Why Choose Hapag-Lloyd Cruises?

Here are just a few of our favourite reasons why Hapag-Lloyd should be high on your list of considerations for your next (or first!) cruise holiday:

1. The fleet’s versatility, especially the two expedition vessels, enables Hapag-Lloyd to offer diverse itineraries. So if there is a new place you wish to explore, you can rest assured that Hapag-Lloyd will take you there.

2. Hapag-Lloyd is famed for the world-class service aboard their ships, managing to be friendly yet unobtrusive.

3. Flexible durations are an attractive feature, and with voyages ranging from 3 to 35+ days, there’s a cruise to suit most time scales.

4. Hapag’s ships, particularly MS EUROPA 2, offer uncompromising onboard luxury. From the suites’ decor to the hand-picked artwork adorning the walls, no expense has been spared in creating the ultimate six-star environment.

5. Hapag-Lloyd Cruises is a fine choice for families thanks to its excellent kids’ and teens’ entertainment programme, which includes 3D cinema showings, cooking classes, and various activities onboard and ashore.

Included on a Hapag-Lloyd Cruise:

When you choose to cruise with Hapag-Lloyd, the following elements are all included in the cruise fare:

  • All-suite accommodation, complete with mini-bar, coffee machine and entertainment system.
  • 24-hour room service
  • All dining, with a choice of seven gourmet restaurants.
  • Tea, coffee and other selected refreshments
  • Daily entertainment programme
  • Zodiac excursions (weather/itinerary permitting)

In addition, many of the Hapag-Lloyd cruises we offer include an onboard beverage credit, which you can use towards alcoholic drinks during your cruise.

Hapag Lloyd Cruises 2025 / 2026

Hapag-Lloyd Cruises has introduced a captivating range of itineraries for 2025. Alongside the expedition fleet’s award-winning Polar Regions’ voyages to Antarctica and the Arctic, highly-anticipated highlights include a new itinerary in North America that features a sailing on the Hudson Strait deep into the remote Canadian wilderness. Meanwhile, Europe 2 has elevated its sailings in Australia and Asia and will offer longer itineraries with more ports and evening stays. 2025 will also mark Europa 2’s first visit to the West Coast of the USA, with a cruise from Los Angeles taking in highlights like San Francisco, Santa Barbara, and Astoria.

In 2026, Hapag-Lloyd will offer guests the opportunity to explore further than ever, with new Antarctica cruises aboard Hanseatic Inspiration guaranteeing a truly unforgettable time in the White Continent. In spring, the ship will head to Asia for in-depth circumnavigations of Japan during the Cherry Blossom season before crossing the ocean for a series of sailings in Alaska and the Great Lakes. Meanwhile, Europa 2 will start in 2026 in French Polynesia and South America before heading to Europe for a season in the Mediterranean and Northern Europe. Highlights include a collection of enticing Greek Isles cruises at the end of the summer, providing the perfect option if you’re looking to visit the region when it’s typically quieter and a little cooler.

Book Hapag-Lloyd Cruises with a UK agent

If you would like to book a Hapag-Lloyd cruise or receive a quotation for a future sailing, please contact our Voyage Consultants on 0800 008 6677. Alternatively, feel free to browse the collection of itineraries below and make an online enquiry.