Hapag-Lloyd’s Black Friday offers – savings of up to 40% – Book by 30 November! – 28 May 2027 – Cruise Traveller

Hapag-Lloyd’s Black Friday offers – savings of up to 40% – Book by 30 November!

Cruise Line
Hapag-Lloyd Cruises
Ship
Hanseatic Inspiration
Package Departs
28 May 2027
Package Duration
13 Nights
Embark Ship
Oporto (Porto), Portugal
Disembark Ship
Hamburg, Germany
Oceanview
EU €6,872
per person

BLACK FRIDAY DEALS!

Discover extraordinary destinations with Hapag-Lloyd’s Black Friday offers, with savings of up to 40% across 28 selected luxury and expedition cruises. We’ve handpicked six standout journeys, with savings of 15–30%, from wild Scotland and the Chilean fjords to South Africa and Scandinavia’s winter wonderland. Book by 30 November 2026, subject to availability. Contact us for the full range of 28 Black Friday sailings, including voyages with 40% savings. Prices shown are already at the reduced fares and are based on Silver Fares. Not combinable with other offers or discounts. Limited availability. Conditions apply.

This cruise – save 20%
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Expedition circumnavigation of Ireland and wild Scotland cruise includes:
– 13 night luxury expedition cruise aboard Hanseatic Inspiration from Porto to Hamburg
– Onboard International gourmet cuisine
– Champagne to welcome you, mini bar restocked daily with non-alcoholic beverages (additional selection in Grand Suites and Junior Suites), coffee machine (tea on request)
– 24-hour cabin service
– A complimentary selection of soft drinks
– Internet access via Wi-Fi (free of charge for one hour per guest and day, satellite-dependent)
– Equipment for loan: one pair of binoculars and two sets of Nordic Walking poles in the cabin itself, furthermore warm parkas, rubber boots, snorkelling equipment
– All landings and rides in the ship’s own Zodiacs^
– Experienced experts from various disciplines accompany every cruise, give presentations and multimedia lectures, provide well-informed answers to questions about the cruising area and take part in the Zodiac landings/rides and hikes from/to ship
– Use of the interactive Ocean Academy with individual knowledge formats
– Comprehensive information before the cruise, as well as expedition maps
– Extensive sports programme: fitness area with ocean view, course programme, additional sports activities on shore depending on the destination (Personal training for an additional charge)
OCEAN SPA with Finnish sauna with an ocean view, steam sauna, indoor and outdoor relaxation area (spa treatments and hairdresser at a surcharge)
– Harbour fees

Special Conditions

*Conditions Apply: All prices shown here are per person share twin (unless stated as single) in EUR, based on best available cruise fare at time of publication (03Nov26). Some cabins may have obstructed views. Cruise deposit, amendment and cancellation conditions apply. Travel agent service fees may apply. Special conditions apply - please ask for full details at time of enquiry. All passports, vaccinations and visas are the responsibility of the travelling guest to secure prior to departure from Australia. Please note that the prices shown here are not shown in real time. While we endeavour to keep our pricing as up-to-date as possible, the advertised prices shown here may differ from the prices in our booking system at time of reservation. Offer subject to availability at time of booking. We reserve the right to correct errors without penalty. All prices are subject to currency fluctuations. Pricing may also change due to fuel surcharges, taxes and airfare increases up until final payment has been received. Offer is valid for new bookings only made by 30Nov26. Not combinable with any other offer.

Special Validity Dates

Special is valid from 01 Nov 2026 to 30 Nov 2026 or until sold out/withdrawn.

Cruise Itinerary

DateActivityArriveDepart
28 May 2027
Oporto (Porto), Portugal
29 May 2027
La Coruna, Spain
30 May 2027 At sea    
31 May 2027
Cobh (Cork), Ireland
01 Jun 2027
Dingle, Ireland
02 Jun 2027
Cliffs of Moher, Ireland
03 Jun 2027
Killybegs, Ireland
04 Jun 2027
Rathlin Island, Ireland
05 Jun 2027
Oban, Scotland
06 Jun 2027
Portree, Isle of Skye, Scotland
07 Jun 2027
Stromness, Scotland
08 Jun 2027
Aberdeen, Scotland
09 Jun 2027 At sea    
10 Jun 2027
Hamburg, Germany

All itineraries and ports of call at the discretion of the cruise line subject to local weather conditions and may change without notice.

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Category Twin Per Person     Single Per Person
Oceanview
   

This cruise is all about contrasts. Rough cliffs and lush green landscapes, picturesque coastal towns and mighty castles. Unforgettable history coupled with fascinating mythology. At the best time of year for bird watching, this cruise will inspire you – both ornithologically and culturally.

The HANSEATIC inspiration will be an international ship, with all cruises conducted in both English and German.

The new expedition class, a mixture of adventures and comfort
The wind in your hair and the spray on your skin – become an explorer under an open sky. This is why our ships have more open deck space than any other expedition ship. Hear the ice crack as you stand on the bow. Or discover the dense mangrove forests of the Amazon from various perspectives as they pass by at arm’s length.

What makes an expedition your expedition? The freedom to choose! The new expedition class is setting standards in variety, comfort and personal space.

Ship Profile & Stats

  • Length: 452 Feet
  • Tonnage: 15,650 tonnes
  • Maiden Voyage: October 2019
  • Passenger Capacity (dbl): 230
  • Crew Nationality: German
  • Officer Nationality: German
  • Dining Staff Nationality: German

Ship Amenities

  • Free Mini Bar (Soft Drinks)
  • Coffee Machine
  • Binoculars in the Cabin
  • Nordic Walking Poles
  • 24 Hour Room Service
  • Flat screen television
  • Hair Dryer

Ship Facilities

  • Sun Deck
  • Ocean Spa
  • Fitness Centre
  • Hair Salon
  • Swimming Pool
  • Jacuzzi
  • Pool Bar
  • Observation Lounge
  • Bistro Restaurant
  • Main Restaurant
  • Specialty Restaurant
  • Hanse Atrium
  • Smoker’s Lounge
  • Shopping Boutiques
  • Hospital
  • Zodiacs
  • Lifts

Hapag-Lloyd Cruises is one of the leading suppliers of premium and luxury cruises in German speaking countries. A selection of their cruise itineraries are offered as bi-lingual (INT) cruises (German/English).

Our expedition and luxury cruise ships, each with its own special character, offer hundreds of destinations, on-board and shore programmes with something for everyone whatever the spontaneous mood, attractive cruise combinations, short trips to get your feet wet as well as long voyages for epicures and experts. Flexibility and tremendous variety are outstanding characteristics of Hapag-Lloyd Cruises. But one thing never changes: making your personal wishes come true and turning your visions of what a cruise should be into reality are always at the focus of our efforts. We want to make you forget your everyday cares so that you can discover how wonderful it is to live without constantly looking at the clock. A completely new kind of freedom is waiting for you. Cruises and expeditions are not only a wonderful way to travel – they are also highly individual.

No matter which of our ships you choose to spend your holiday on, all of them have one thing in common: they are the best in their category. Classical cruise or expedition, tuxedo or leisure clothing — Hapag-Lloyd cruises are always worth the trip.

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* Unless otherwise noted all pricing is on a per person twin share basis. All prices based on cash payment - credit card fees may apply. Cruise deposit, amendment and cancellation conditions apply. Special conditions may apply - please ask for full details at time of enquiry. All passports, vaccinations and visas are the responsibility of the travelling guest to secure prior to departure from Australia. Any pricing not in Australian Dollars will be converted on the day of payment into the relevant currency based on our daily rate of exchange. Please note that many of the prices shown on this website are not shown in real time. Whilst we endeavour to keep our pricing as up-to-date as possible, the advertised prices shown here may differ slightly from the live prices in our booking system. All pricing and offers are subject to availability at time of booking. Whilst all information is correct at the time of publication, offers are subject to change. We reserve the right to correct errors without penalty. Please submit any data errors/omissions you may notice on this site.

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