October 2, 2026
9-Night Cruise Cruise
Departing from Hamburg
From
$4,719
Price / day
$524
Hanseatic Nature|MS Europa 2
Hanseatic Nature vs MS Europa 2
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Hanseatic Nature
Built in 2019
20 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Hanseatic Nature
$816 / day
$504 less per day
More Spacious Ship
MS Europa 2
70.8 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Hanseatic Nature vs MS Europa 2: Quick Comparison
Hanseatic Nature is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2019, it is 20 years newer than MS Europa 2, which entered service in 1999. MS Europa 2 is approximately 85% larger by gross tonnage at 28,890 GT. MS Europa 2 also carries 178 more passengers. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Hanseatic Nature has the lower average starting price per day. The sailings shown cover a similar region and trip length, so the price per day figures are reasonably close to like-for-like. Cruise fares vary significantly by itinerary, departure date and cabin availability, so any price difference should be treated as a snapshot rather than a permanent gap.
Ship Comparison
| Spec | Hanseatic Nature | MS Europa 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2019Newer | 1999 |
| Gross Tonnage | 15,651 GT | 28,890 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 230 | 408 |
| Space per Passenger | 68 GT | 70.8 GT |
| Length | 138.2 m | 198.6 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Hanseatic Nature vs MS Europa 2
Age
Hanseatic Nature was built in 2019, making it 20 years newer than MS Europa 2, which was built in 1999.
Size
At 28,890 GT, MS Europa 2 is approximately 85% larger by gross tonnage than Hanseatic Nature at 15,651 GT.
Passenger capacity
MS Europa 2 carries up to 408 passengers compared with 230 aboard Hanseatic Nature, a difference of 178 passengers.
Passenger space
MS Europa 2 offers more space per passenger: 70.8 GT per guest, compared with 68 aboard Hanseatic Nature. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Hanseatic Nature has the lower average starting price per day at $816 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
Hanseatic Nature
Short cruise western Europe: a harmony of landscape and architecture
- Departure Port
- Hamburg
- Region
- Cruise
- Nights
- 9
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Oct 2, 2026Hamburg
- Day 2 · Oct 3, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Oct 4, 2026Isle of Wight
- Day 4 · Oct 5, 2026Guernsey
- Day 5 · Oct 6, 2026Honfleur
- Day 6 · Oct 7, 2026Honfleur
- Day 7 · Oct 8, 2026Antwerp
- Day 8 · Oct 9, 2026Amsterdam
- Day 9 · Oct 10, 2026Helgoland
- Day 10 · Oct 11, 2026Hamburg
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
MS Europa 2
From the Acropolis to the Blue Mosque
- Departure Port
- Piraeus
- Region
- Cruise
- Nights
- 10
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 6, 2026Piraeus
- Day 2 · Sep 7, 2026Adamas
- Day 3 · Sep 8, 2026Syros
- Day 4 · Sep 9, 2026Mykonos
- Day 5 · Sep 10, 2026At Sea
- Day 6 · Sep 11, 2026Volos
- Day 7 · Sep 12, 2026Skiathos
- Day 8 · Sep 13, 2026Kavala
- Day 9 · Sep 14, 2026At Sea
- Day 10 · Sep 15, 2026Istanbul 1
- Day 11 · Sep 16, 2026At Sea
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Hanseatic Nature
October 11, 2026
15-Night Cruise Cruise
Departing from Hamburg
From
$16,599
Price / day
$1,107
MS Europa 2
September 6, 2026
10-Night Cruise Cruise
Departing from Piraeus
From
$12,969
Price / day
$1,297
October 18, 2026
11-Night Cruise Cruise
Departing from Lisbon
From
$14,762
Price / day
$1,342
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Hanseatic Nature
Average
$816 / day
VS
MS Europa 2
Average
$1,320 / day
Hanseatic Nature is currently 38% cheaper per day for comparable sailings
$816/day vs $1,320/day
About $504 less per day
This comparison is based on the upcoming sailings currently shown.
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Hanseatic Nature if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- Departing from Hamburg works for your plans.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
Choose MS Europa 2 if…
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You value having more space per passenger (higher GT-per-guest ratio).
- Departing from Piraeus and Lisbon works for your plans.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Hanseatic Nature.
Hanseatic Nature vs MS Europa 2: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Hanseatic Nature
Built in 2019
20 years newer
Bigger
MS Europa 2
28,890 GT
85% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Hanseatic Nature
$816 / day
About $504 less per day
- Hanseatic Nature is 20 years newer.
- MS Europa 2 is 85% larger by gross tonnage.
- MS Europa 2 carries 178 more passengers.
- MS Europa 2 offers more space per passenger (70.8 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Hanseatic Nature or MS Europa 2?
Hanseatic Nature is newer. It was built in 2019, while MS Europa 2 was built in 1999, making Hanseatic Nature 20 years newer.
Which is bigger, Hanseatic Nature or MS Europa 2?
MS Europa 2 is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 28,890 GT compared with Hanseatic Nature at 15,651 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
MS Europa 2 has a passenger capacity of approximately 408, compared with 230 for Hanseatic Nature.
Which ship is more spacious, Hanseatic Nature or MS Europa 2?
MS Europa 2 has the higher passenger space ratio at 70.8 GT per passenger, versus 68 for Hanseatic Nature. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Which ship is cheaper, Hanseatic Nature or MS Europa 2?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Hanseatic Nature has the lower average starting price per day at $816 per day versus $1,320 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
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