Hapag-Lloyd Cruises is introducing a new world music festival concept aboard their luxury ship the EUROPA, adding an exclusive cultural dimension to selected voyages in 2026 and 2027. International artists will bring the musical traditions of the regions visited directly on board, creating an intimate festival atmosphere unlike traditional cruise entertainment.

With a maximum of 400 guests, the EUROPA provides a uniquely personal setting where world-class musicians perform in close connection with the audience. The new series combines cultural discovery, artistic excellence, and luxury travel, transforming the ship into a floating music festival.

Island Magic and the Azure-Blue Adriatic (EUR2621) September 22 – October 4, 2026 | 12 Days
The inaugural voyage features Croatian singer-songwriter Marcela, Italian chanson artist FLO, jazz and blues musician Katarina Pejak, and Catalan duo Paula Grande and Vic Moliner.
The itinerary sails from Palma de Mallorca through Corsica, Sardinia, Sicily, Dubrovnik, Korčula, Trieste, and Venice, pairing Mediterranean landscapes and historic cities with a diverse musical program spanning pop, chanson, jazz, and world music.
Fares from €4,790 per person (double occupancy).
The Soul of Spain and the Heart of Portugal (EUR2625) November 5 – 15, 2026 | 10 Days
Featured artists include Spanish art-folk singer Maria Rodés, Portuguese singer-songwriter Mimi Froes, and Brazilian jazz artist Anna Setton.
The voyage explores Spain and Portugal from Palma de Mallorca to Malaga, including overnight stays in Barcelona and Lisbon, along with calls in Valencia, Gibraltar, Portimao, and Cadiz.
Fares from €4,690 per person (double occupancy).

The Diverse West Coast of the American Continent (EUR2703) February 17 – March 18, 2027 | 29 Days
Sailing from Valparaiso to San Francisco, the cruise visits Peru, Ecuador, Panama, Costa Rica, Mexico, and California.
The musical lineup includes Mexican singer and producer Pahua, Afro-Cuban artist Evelyn Dupuy, and acclaimed Brazilian musician Luiza Brina, whose latest album was named among the best of 2024 by Brazilian Public Radio.
Fares from €12,890 per person (double occupancy, including early booking discount).

Canary Islands and Oriental Magic (EUR2722)October 25 – November 6, 2027 | 12 Days
A further world music-themed voyage will sail from Palma de Mallorca to Tenerife, featuring a curated lineup of international artists that will transform EUROPA into a floating festival at sea.
Fares from €5,990 per person (double occupancy, including early booking discount).