September 9, 2026
15-Night Cruise Cruise
Departing from Kangerlussuaq
From
$21,714
Price / day
$1,448
MS Hamburg|Hanseatic Spirit
MS Hamburg vs Hanseatic Spirit
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Hanseatic Spirit
Built in 2021
24 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
MS Hamburg vs Hanseatic Spirit: Quick Comparison
Hanseatic Spirit is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2021, it is 24 years newer than MS Hamburg, which entered service in 1997. The sailings shown cover different itineraries, so the price per day figures are not a like-for-like comparison. 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 | MS Hamburg | Hanseatic Spirit |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 1997 | 2021Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 15,067 GT | — |
| Passenger Capacity | 420 | — |
| Space per Passenger | 35.9 GT | — |
| Length | 144.13 m | 138.78 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: MS Hamburg vs Hanseatic Spirit
Age
Hanseatic Spirit was built in 2021, making it 24 years newer than MS Hamburg, which was built in 1997.
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.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
MS Hamburg
Hanseatic Spirit
September 24, 2026
13-Night Cruise Cruise
Departing from Reykjavik
From
$13,904
Price / day
$1,070
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
MS Hamburg
Average
$0 / day
VS
Hanseatic Spirit
Average
$1,259 / day
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose MS Hamburg if…
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Hanseatic Spirit.
Choose Hanseatic Spirit if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- Departing from Kangerlussuaq and Reykjavik works for your plans.
MS Hamburg vs Hanseatic Spirit: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Hanseatic Spirit
Built in 2021
24 years newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- Hanseatic Spirit is 24 years newer.
- Gross tonnage is not available for both ships.
- Passenger capacity is not available for both ships.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, MS Hamburg or Hanseatic Spirit?
Hanseatic Spirit is newer. It was built in 2021, while MS Hamburg was built in 1997, making Hanseatic Spirit 24 years newer.
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