Hapag-Lloyd Cruises is once again transforming luxury ship, MS Europa, into an intimate floating concert hall with three cruises dedicated to world-class chamber music.
Ocean Sun Festival: Malaga to Hamburg
The Ocean Sun Festival 2026 sets the tone, sailing from Malaga to Hamburg under the theme “Musical Illuminations of the South.” Guests can enjoy performances by outstanding artists including Avi Avital, Francesca Di Sauro, Alessio Arduini, Christian-Pierre La Marca, Quatuor Arod, Duo Jatekok, Tjasha Gafner, and Daniel Heide.
A special highlight is the opening concert near Seville, hosted at the historic Hacienda El Vizir, where Mediterranean architecture and chamber music meet. Thanks to Europa’s small size, the journey also includes rare river passages such as the Guadalquivir to Seville and the Gironde to Bordeaux, combining southern lightness with Europe’s cultural diversity.
- 28 May to 12 June
- EUR 8,890 (around AU$15,730) per person, Platinum fare, double occupancy (cruise only)
Chamber music along the Norwegian coast
In July, the Europa departs Hamburg for the Norwegian fjords and the North Cape. Renowned pianist Ragna Schirmer performs alongside the Schumann Quartet, bringing award-winning chamber music to one of Europe’s most dramatic seascapes.
- 23 July to 5 August
- EUR 5,990 (around AU$10,599) per person, Silver fare, double occupancy (cruise only)
Young classical talents around the British Isles
The final music cruise of the summer features the chamber music festival of Deutsche Stiftung Musikleben. As Europa circumnavigates England, Ireland and Scotland, exceptional young musicians supported by the foundation perform on board.
- 5 to 21 August
- EUR 8,690 (around AU$15,376) per person, Silver fare, double occupancy (cruise only)
