Hanseatic Inspiration Expedition Cruise Ship
The HANSEATIC inspiration was launched in October 2019. Cruise the Great Lakes with 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. The HANSEATIC inspiration will become your front row seat in autumn on the lakes between Canada and the USA. Watch as the vast wilderness meets vivid history all around you.
Fine Cuisine
Come with us on a culinary voyage of discovery around the globe: on board, three spacious first-class restaurants create a unique and indulgent combination of expedition spirit and international gourmet cuisine. Spend your days and evenings however you wish thanks to flexible mealtimes, a free choice of seating and attentive 24-hour cabin service.
International gourmet cuisine – full board: early-bird breakfast, breakfast, bouillon, afternoon coffee/tea time, lunch and dinner (three restaurants to choose from in the evening with flexible opening hours).
International gourmet cuisine – full board: early-bird breakfast, breakfast, bouillon, afternoon coffee/tea time, lunch and dinner (three restaurants to choose from in the evening with flexible opening hours).
Main Dining Room
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The Bistro
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Japanese Restaurant
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Expedition Experiences
Expedition Experiences
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Your shore excursions and Zodiac rides will be accompanied by countless natural wonders that will leave you speechless. But to see the bigger picture, you need to understand the background. The HANSEATIC inspiration takes your expedition to the next level with fascinating presentations, personal studies in the Ocean Academy and the perfect equipment for the research trip of your life. |
Glass Balconies
The glass balcony beneath your feet allows you to hover above the water and reveals the endless expanse and beauty of the ocean. Watch whales and large porpoises as they follow the ship, thrilling you as they leap and swim. Being so close to creation is an indescribable feeling.
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Observation Deck & Lounge
Observation Lounge
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Further natural spectacles under an open sky will also leave you speechless: stroll the spacious decks and feel the stars almost within reach – the terraced Observation Deck with a panoramic view is but one place to fulfil your dream. You can also quench your thirst for adventure in the comfortable surroundings of the Observation Lounge. The large full-glass windows provide a 180-degree view of the moon and sea while you reflect on your unforgettable travel days over a glass of wine. |
Fitness & Wellness
Sauna
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A breathtaking Zodiac ride, a challenging hike, a day in the Arctic ice – then close your eyes, feel the heat and indulge your senses at the Spa..
Extensive sports programme: fitness area with ocean view, course programme, additional sports activities on shore depending on the destination OCEAN SPA with Finnish sauna with an ocean view, steam sauna, indoor and outdoor relaxation area (spa treatments and hairdresser at a surcharge) |
For reservations and more Information please call our Travel Specialist Toll Free at 1-888-756-9008 Email: info@GreatLakesCruises |
Inclusions
- Meals including regional specialties
- Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
- 24-hour room service
- 24-hour specialty coffees, teas & bottled water
Tour the Hanseatic Inspiration
Hanseatic Inspiration Deck Plan
Length: 452' | Beam: 72' | Draft: 18' | Passenger Capacity: 230 | Passenger Suites & Staterooms: 120 | Crew: 175
Built by: Vard Group AS, Norway | Commissioned: 2019 | Flag: Bahamas | Power: Diesel Electric
Built by: Vard Group AS, Norway | Commissioned: 2019 | Flag: Bahamas | Power: Diesel Electric
Balcony Staterooms and Suites
In the HANSEATIC inspiration staterooms and suites, curved lines, natural colours and premium materials come together in a harmonious room concept that promises – and delivers – pure relaxation.
Features include:
Features include:
- An ocean view with even more: exclusively outside cabins and suites, almost all with balconies or French balconies
- Spaciously designed - enjoy a relaxing stay in rooms from 21 m² (226 ft²) up to 71 m² (764 ft²) in size
- Separable beds
- In every stateroom champagne to welcome you, mini bar restocked daily with non-alcoholic beverages (additional selection of spirits in Grand Suites and Junior Suites), coffee machine,
- Rain shower and heated wall in bathroom (e.g. for towels and wet parkas)
- Flat-screen TV with information and entertainment programme.
- Personal email account and Internet access via Wi-Fi (emails free of charge, Internet subject to a charge)
- Information about harbours and destinations (where available) in your stateroom
Handicap cabins available upon request. All staterooms are accessible by elevator. In order to participate in a Hapag-Lloyd Cruise, Travel Protection is recommended but not required.
2023 Hapag-Lloyd Cruises | Great Lakes
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Great Lakes - the sea in the wilderness | 11 Day Cruise
Hanseatic Inspiration Departing From: Toronto, ON to Chicago, IL
Ports of Call: Toronto, ON · Detroit (Windsor), MI · Tobermory, ON · Parry Sound, ON · Killarney, ON · Sault Ste. Marie, MI · Mackinac Island, MI · Sturgeon Bay, WI · Milwaukee, WI · Chicago, IL itinerary
Day 1 | Toronto, ON · Lake Ontario
Day 2 | Toronto, ON Day 3 | Detroit (Windsor), MI · Detroit River Day 4 | Tobermory, ON · Lake Huron Day 5 | Parry Sound, ON Day 6 | Killarney, ON · Cruising Lake Huron Day 7 | Sault Ste. Marie, MI · St. Mary's River Day 8 | Mackinac Island, MI · Lake Huron Day 9 | Relaxation at Sea Day 10 | Sturgeon Bay, WI · Lake Michigan Day 11 | Milwaukee, WI Day 12 | Chicago, IL **Pre and Post-Cruise Programs Available 2023 Sailing Dates (TORONTO TO CHICAGO)
May 19 - May 30
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Starting at
$9,271 - $10,744 USD Per Person, based on double occupancy * |
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Great Lakes - contrasts with vast lake backdrops | 13 Day Cruise
Hanseatic Inspiration Departing From: Chicago, IL to Detroit (Windsor), MI
Ports of Call: Chicago, IL · Milwaukee, WI · Fayette, MI ·Mackinac Island, MI · Duluth, MN · Thunder Bay, ON · Sault Ste. Marie, MI · Killarney, ON · Parry Sound, ON · Tobermory, ON · Detroit, MI itinerary
Day 1 | Chicago, IL · Lake Michigan
Day 2 | Milwaukee, WI Day 3 | Fayette, MI Day 4 | Mackinac Island, MI · Lake Huron Day 5 | Cruising Lake Superior Day 6 | Duluth, MN Day 7 | Thunder Bay, ON Day 8 | Cruising Lake Superior's northern shore Day 9 | Sault Ste. Marie, MI · Saint Marys River Day 10 | Sault Ste. Marie, MI Day 11 | Killarney, ON · Lake Huron Day 12 | Parry Sound, ON Day 13 | Tobermory, ON Day 14 | Detroit (Windsor), MI · Detroit River **Pre and Post-Cruise Programs Available 2023 Sailing Dates (chicago to detroit)
May 30 - Jun 12
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Starting at
$9,514 - $13,688 USD Per Person, based on double occupancy * |
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Great Lakes - the American dream amidst the lakes | 10 Day Cruise
Hanseatic Inspiration Departing From: Detroit (Windsor), MI to Chicago, IL
Ports of Call: Detroit (Windsor), MI · Parry Sound, ON · Killarney, ON · Tobermory, ON · Sault Ste. Marie, MI · Mackinac Island, MI · Sturgeon Bay, WI · Milwaukee, WI · Chicago, IL itinerary
Day 1 | Detroit (Windsor), MI
Day 2 | Detroit (Windsor), MI · Detroit River Day 3 | Parry Sound, ON · Lake Huron Day 4 | Killarney, ON Day 5 | Tobermory, ON Day 6 | Sault Ste. Marie, MI · Saint Marys River Day 7 | Mackinac Island, MI · Lake Huron Day 8 | Relaxation on Lake Michigan Day 9 | Sturgeon Bay, WI Day 10 | Milwaukee, WI Day 11 | Chicago, IL **Pre and Post-Cruise Programs Available 2023 Sailing Dates (detroit to chicago)
Jun 12 - Jun 22
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Starting at
$7,503 - $17,194 USD Per Person, based on double occupancy * |
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Great Lakes - masterpieces of nature | 14 Day Cruise
Hanseatic Inspiration Departing From: Chicago, IL to Toronto, ON
Ports of Call: Chicago, IL · Milwaukee, WI · Fayette, MI · Mackinac Island, MI · Duluth, MN · Thunder Bay, ON · Killarney, ON · Parry Sound, ON · Tobermory, ON · Detroit (Windsor), MI · Toronto, ON itinerary
Day 1 | Chicago, IL · Lake Michigan
Day 2 | Milwaukee, WI Day 3 | Fayette, MI Day 4 | Mackinac Island, MI · Lake Huron Day 5 | Cruising on Lake Superior Day 6 | Duluth, MN Day 7 | Thunder Bay, ON Day 8 | Cruising Lake Superior's northern shore Day 9 | Cruising on Lake Superior Day 10 | Killarney, ON Day 11 | Parry Sound, ON Day 12 | Tobermory, ON Day 13 | Detroit (Windsor), MI Day 14 | Cruising on Lake Erie Day 15 | Toronto, ON · Lake Ontario **Pre and Post-Cruise Programs Available 2023 Sailing Dates (chicago to toronto)
Jun 22 - Jul 6 Fully Booked: Contact our team to join the waitlist!
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Starting at
$10,550 USD Per Person, based on double occupancy * |
2023 Hapag-Lloyd Cruises | St. Lawrence & Canada
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St. Lawrence River and Nova Scotia - Canadian way of life | 15 Day Cruise
Hanseatic Inspiration Departing From: Boston, MA to Toronto, ON
Ports of Call: Boston, MA · Bar Harbor, MA · Saint John, NB · Halifax, NS · Baddeck, NS · Iles-de-la-Madeleine, QC · Gaspe, QC · Saguenay, QC · Tadoussac, QC · Quebec City, QC · Montreal, QC · Toronto, ON itinerary
Day 1 | Boston, MA
Day 2 | Relaxation at Sea · Cruising in Penobscot Bay Day 3 | Bar Harbor, MA Day 4 | Saint John, NB Day 5 | Relaxation at Sea Day 6 | Halifax, NS Day 7 | Baddeck, NS Day 8 | Iles-de-la-Madeleine, QC Day 9 | Gaspe, QC Day 10 | Relaxation at Sea Day 11 | Cruising on Saguenay Fjord · Saguenay, QC Day 12 | Tadoussac, QC Day 13 | Quebec City, QC Day 14 | Montreal, QC Day 15 | Relaxation at Sea Day 16 | Toronto, ON **Pre and Post-Cruise Programs Available 2023 Sailing Dates (BOSTON TO TORONTO)
May 4 - May 19
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Starting at
$10,612 - $14,546 USD Per Person, based on double occupancy * |
Itinerary Name |
Embark & Disembark Ports |
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Sailing Dates Available |
Ports of Call |
Cruise Rate Per Person Based on Double Occupany |
St Lawrence River and Nova Scotia - Canadian way of life |
Boston to Toronto |
15 Day Cruise |
2023 May 4-19 |
Boston, MA • Penobscot Bay • Bar Harbor • St John, New Brunswick • Halifax, Nova Scotia • Baddeck, Nova Scotia • Iles de la Madeleie, QC • Gaspe, QC • Saguenay Fjord National Park • Tadoussac • Quebec • St Lawrence River • Montreal • Toronto, ON |
Starting at USD $10,612 Per Person |
Great Lakes - the sea in the wilderness |
Toronto to Chicago |
11 Day Cruise |
2023 May 19-30 |
Toronto, ON • Lake Ontario • Windsor • Detroit River • Tobermory • Lake Huron • Parry Sound • Killarney • Lake Huron • Sault St. Marie • St Marys River • Mackinac Island • Lake Huron • Sturgeon Bay • Lake Michigan • Milwaukee, WI • Chicago, IL |
Starting at USD $8,500 Per Person |
Great Lakes - contrasts with vast lake backdrops |
Chicago to Windsor (Detroit) |
13 Day Cruise |
2023 May 30-June 12 |
Chicago, IL • Lake Michigan • Milwaukee, Wi • Fayette • Mackinac Island • Lake Huron • Lake Superior • Duluth • Thunder Bay • Lake Superior • Sault St Marie • St Marys River • Killarney • Lake Huron • Parry Sound • Tobermory • Windsor (Detroit) • Detroit River |
Starting at USD $9,800 Per Person |
Great Lakes - the American dream amidst the lakes |
Windsor (Detroit) to Chicago |
10 Day Cruise |
2023 June 12-22 |
Windsor (Detroit) • Detroit River • Parry Sound • Lake Huron • Killarney • Tobermory • Sault St Marie • St Marys River • Mackinaac Island • Lake Huron • Sturgeon Bay • Lake Michigan • Milwaukee, WI • Lake Michigan • Chicago, IL |
Starting at USD $7,730 Per Person |
Great Lakes - masterpieces of nature |
Chicago, IL to Toronto, ON |
14 Day Cruise |
2023 June 22-July 6 |
Chicago • Lake Michigan • Milwaukee, WI • Fayette • Mackinac Island • Lake Huron • Lake Superior • Thunder Bay • Lake Superior • Killarney • Lake Huron • Parry Sound • Tobermory • Windsor (Detroit) • Detroit River • Lake Erie • Lake Ontario • Toronto, ON |
Starting at USD $10,550 Per Person |
* The shore activities are not included in the cruise price and are in the planning stage. Subject to change.
Please note: The HANSEATIC inspiration is an international ship, with all cruises conducted in both English and German.
Please note: The HANSEATIC inspiration is an international ship, with all cruises conducted in both English and German.
Updated July 14, 2020 - LLS
