The newest ship in Hapag-Lloyd Cruises’ HANSEATIC fleet, the HANSEATIC spirit has successfully completed its first scheduled dry dock period at the Lloyd shipyard in Bremerhaven, Germany. During the ten-day refurbishment, public spaces throughout the expedition ship were refreshed in line with the brand’s “inspired by nature” design concept, giving the vessel a renewed look ahead of its upcoming expedition season.

Work focused primarily on enhancements to guest areas, including the spa, restaurants, lounges, reception, and select suites. Renovations included new carpeting and flooring, refreshed paintwork, updated spa facilities, and improvements to cabin showers. In addition, the ship underwent its mandatory five-year technical inspection and certification.

Following the refit, the HANSEATIC spirit departed Bremerhaven with a fresh coat of paint and welcomed guests aboard for an eight-day voyage through Northern Europe before continuing to Scotland and the Arctic for the summer season.

This year’s expedition program includes voyages to Northwest Greenland and the Canadian Arctic, followed by itineraries in Western Europe and Southern Africa.

Sample Voyages
Expedition Madagascar and South Africa – Two Wonderful Wildernesses
Port Louis (Mauritius) to Cape Town (South Africa) | Dec. 3–21, 2026 (18 days)
From €10,460 per person, double occupancy, including travel package.

Expedition Northwest Passage: Arctic Epic
Seward (Alaska) to Kangerlussuaq (Greenland) | Aug. 10–Sept. 8, 2027 (29 days)
From €30,260 per person, double occupancy, including travel package and charter flight.