September 9, 2026
15-Night Cruise Cruise
Departing from Kangerlussuaq
From
$21,714
Price / day
$1,448
Hanseatic Spirit|MS Europa 2
Hanseatic Spirit vs MS Europa 2
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Hanseatic Spirit
Hapag-Lloyd Cruises
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Newer Ship
Hanseatic Spirit
Built in 2021
22 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
MS Europa 2
$1,015 / day
$244 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
Hanseatic Spirit vs MS Europa 2: Quick Comparison
Hanseatic Spirit is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2021, it is 22 years newer than MS Europa 2, which entered service in 1999. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, MS Europa 2 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 Spirit | MS Europa 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2021Newer | 1999 |
| Gross Tonnage | — | 28,890 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | — | 408 |
| Space per Passenger | — | 70.8 GT |
| Length | 138.78 m | 198.6 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Hanseatic Spirit vs MS Europa 2
Age
Hanseatic Spirit was built in 2021, making it 22 years newer than MS Europa 2, which was built in 1999.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, MS Europa 2 has the lower average starting price per day at $1,015 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
Hanseatic Spirit
Expedition west and east Greenland - best of Greenland
- Departure Port
- Kangerlussuaq
- Region
- Cruise
- Nights
- 15
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 9, 2026At Sea
- Day 2 · Sep 10, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 11, 2026At Sea
- Day 4 · Sep 12, 2026At Sea
- Day 5 · Sep 13, 2026At Sea
- Day 6 · Sep 14, 2026At Sea
- Day 7 · Sep 15, 2026At Sea
- Day 8 · Sep 16, 2026At Sea
- Day 9 · Sep 17, 2026At Sea
- Day 10 · Sep 18, 2026At Sea
- Day 11 · Sep 19, 2026At Sea
- Day 12 · Sep 20, 2026At Sea
- Day 13 · Sep 21, 2026At Sea
- Day 14 · Sep 22, 2026At Sea
- Day 15 · Sep 23, 2026At Sea
- Day 16 · Sep 24, 2026Reykjavik
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
MS Europa 2
African flair and Canarian charm
- Departure Port
- Lisbon
- Region
- Cruise
- Nights
- 11
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Oct 18, 2026Lisbon
- Day 2 · Oct 19, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Oct 20, 2026Tangier
- Day 4 · Oct 21, 2026Casablanca
- Day 5 · Oct 22, 2026Casablanca
- Day 6 · Oct 23, 2026At Sea
- Day 7 · Oct 24, 2026Agadir
- Day 8 · Oct 25, 2026Arrecife
- Day 9 · Oct 26, 2026San Sebastian de la Gomera
- Day 10 · Oct 27, 2026Santa Cruz de la Palma
- Day 11 · Oct 28, 2026Santa Cruz de Tenerife
- Day 12 · Oct 29, 2026At Sea
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Hanseatic Spirit
September 24, 2026
13-Night Cruise Cruise
Departing from Reykjavik
From
$13,904
Price / day
$1,070
MS Europa 2
October 18, 2026
11-Night Cruise Cruise
Departing from Lisbon
From
$14,762
Price / day
$1,342
October 29, 2026
20-Night Cruise Cruise
Departing from Tenerife
From
$13,739
Price / day
$687
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Hanseatic Spirit
Average
$1,259 / day
VS
MS Europa 2
Average
$1,015 / day
MS Europa 2 is currently 19% cheaper per day for comparable sailings
$1,015/day vs $1,259/day
About $244 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 Spirit if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- Departing from Kangerlussuaq and Reykjavik works for your plans.
Choose MS Europa 2 if…
- Departing from Lisbon and Tenerife works for your plans.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Hanseatic Spirit.
Hanseatic Spirit vs MS Europa 2: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Hanseatic Spirit
Built in 2021
22 years newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
MS Europa 2
$1,015 / day
About $244 less per day
- Hanseatic Spirit is 22 years newer.
- Gross tonnage is not available for both ships.
- Passenger capacity is not available for both ships.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Hanseatic Spirit or MS Europa 2?
Hanseatic Spirit is newer. It was built in 2021, while MS Europa 2 was built in 1999, making Hanseatic Spirit 22 years newer.
Which ship is cheaper, Hanseatic Spirit or MS Europa 2?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, MS Europa 2 has the lower average starting price per day at $1,015 per day versus $1,259 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
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