September 6, 2026
10-Night Cruise Cruise
Departing from Piraeus
From
$12,969
Price / day
$1,297
MS Hamburg|MS Europa 2
MS Hamburg vs MS Europa 2
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
MS Hamburg
Hapag-Lloyd Cruises
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Newer Ship
MS Europa 2
Built in 1999
2 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
MS Europa 2
70.8 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
MS Hamburg vs MS Europa 2: Quick Comparison
MS Europa 2 is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 1999, it is 2 years newer than MS Hamburg, which entered service in 1997. MS Europa 2 is approximately 92% larger by gross tonnage at 28,890 GT. MS Hamburg also carries 12 more passengers. 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 | MS Europa 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 1997 | 1999Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 15,067 GT | 28,890 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 420 | 408 |
| Space per Passenger | 35.9 GT | 70.8 GT |
| Length | 144.13 m | 198.6 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: MS Hamburg vs MS Europa 2
Age
MS Europa 2 was built in 1999, making it 2 years newer than MS Hamburg, which was built in 1997.
Size
At 28,890 GT, MS Europa 2 is approximately 92% larger by gross tonnage than MS Hamburg at 15,067 GT.
Passenger capacity
MS Hamburg carries up to 420 passengers compared with 408 aboard MS Europa 2, a difference of 12 passengers.
Passenger space
MS Europa 2 offers more space per passenger: 70.8 GT per guest, compared with 35.9 aboard MS Hamburg. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Compare Ports of Call
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
MS Hamburg
MS Europa 2
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?
MS Hamburg
Average
$0 / day
VS
MS Europa 2
Average
$1,320 / day
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose MS Hamburg if…
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than MS Europa 2.
Choose MS Europa 2 if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You value having more space per passenger (higher GT-per-guest ratio).
- Departing from Piraeus and Lisbon works for your plans.
MS Hamburg vs MS Europa 2: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
MS Europa 2
Built in 1999
2 years newer
Bigger
MS Europa 2
28,890 GT
92% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- MS Europa 2 is 2 years newer.
- MS Europa 2 is 92% larger by gross tonnage.
- MS Hamburg carries 12 more passengers.
- MS Europa 2 offers more space per passenger (70.8 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, MS Hamburg or MS Europa 2?
MS Europa 2 is newer. It was built in 1999, while MS Hamburg was built in 1997, making MS Europa 2 2 years newer.
Which is bigger, MS Hamburg or MS Europa 2?
MS Europa 2 is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 28,890 GT compared with MS Hamburg at 15,067 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
MS Hamburg has a passenger capacity of approximately 420, compared with 408 for MS Europa 2.
Which ship is more spacious, MS Hamburg or MS Europa 2?
MS Europa 2 has the higher passenger space ratio at 70.8 GT per passenger, versus 35.9 for MS Hamburg. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
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