8 days | Crete • Haifa • Cyprus • Mykonos • Athens
This VASCO DA GAMA cruise through the Greek Cyclades to Cyprus and to Israel is also a journey towards some of the most impressive UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the Mediterranean. In Haifa, chances are good that the Bahei Gardens will be forever etched in your memory. Spread over 19 terraces, the complex culminates in the sacred shrine of the Bab. In Cyprus, it is the royal tombs of Paphos. There are no kings buried here, “only” rich merchants, but this does not detract from the splendor of their final resting place. From Mykonos, which will captivate you with its old town, Delos is not far away. Here, UNESCO has classified the mythical birthplace of Artemis and Apollo as worthy of special protection.
Highlights:
– The Panagia Tourliani Monastery in Ano Mera on Mykonos is one of the most beautiful monastery complexes on the island and dates back to 1542.
– Cyprus enchants you with an exciting mixture of eventful history and unspoiled nature.
– From Haifa it is not far to Jerusalem, the Dead Sea or Tel Aviv.
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Earlybird Booking Discount! Make a new booking on this cruise by 28th February 2024 and receive a 10% discount off the normal cruise fare! Prices shown here are already at the discounted prices. Offer applies to all categories.
Category 2 – Inside cabin – was EUR1,259 – now EUR1,133*pp
Category 4 – Outside cabin with porthole – was EUR1,499 – now EUR1,349*pp
Category 6 – Outside cabin with window – was EUR1,629 – now EUR1,466*pp
Category 13 – Outside cabin with balcony – was EUR2,429 – now EUR2,186*pp
Category 15 – Suite with balcony – was EUR3,659 – now EUR3,293*pp
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Cruise-Only prices include:
– 7 night cruise aboard Vasco da Gama from Heraklion to Athens (Piraeus)
– All shipboard main meals
– The services of a nicko cruise director and local tour guide
– German and English-speaking service on board
– Comfortable whisper audio system is used on all excursions
– Use of the fitness area, the swimming pool and spa with sauna (spa services additional)
– Entertainment programme and lectures
– All port and government charges
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DISCOUNTS:
A range of earlybird and combination discounts may be available on this cruise. Please contact us for your current best offer and availability. All rates shown are in Euros per person twin share based on full brochure fare. Single supplements apply.
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BEVERAGE PACKAGES*:
For an additional cost you may include a beverage package in your cruise. Choose from…
Classic Beverage Package: priced from EUR 231 per person
Includes:
• House wine by the glass (white, rose and red)
• Sparkling house wine by the glass
• Port, Madeira and sherry
• Draft and bottled beers, non-alcoholic beer (excluding Guinness and Somersby Cider)
• All non-alcoholic cocktails
• Aperitifs (Aperol spritz/orange, Campari soda/orange)
• All non-alcoholic house beverages (juices and soft drinks)
• Mineral water and still water
• All coffee specialties (alcohol-free)
• Hot chocolate and tea
Premium Beverage Package: priced from EUR 371 per person
Includes:
• All classic package beverages shown above, as well as the following:
• Cremant by the glass
• Guinness (bottle) and Somersby Cider (bottle)
• All cocktails (alcoholic)
• San Pellegrino mineral water
• Premium mixers (e.g. Elderflower Fever Tree tonic water and Tonic 1724)
• Various scotches and whiskies (e.g. Chivas Regal 12 years, Jack Daniel`s Old No. 7)
• Various gins (e.g. Bombay Star, Tanqueray 10 and Hendrick`s)
• Various vodkas (e.g. Stolichnaya, Absolut Citron, Belvedere, Ketel One and Grey Goose)
• Various rums (e.g. Havana Club Anejo, Mount Gay, Pyrat XO Reserve and Sagatiba Pura Cachaca)
• Various tequilas (e.g. Jose Cuervo Silver and Gold, Patron Silver and Anejo and Don Julio Anejo)
• Various brandies and cognacs (e.g. Armagnac Cles des Ducs, Calvados, Grappa Alexander Cru and Hennessy VSOP)
• Various fruit brandies (raspberry, kirsch, mirabelle, fruit and Williams pear)
• Various liqueurs (e.g. Amaretto, Bailey`s, Frangelico, Galliano, Kahlua and Limoncello)
• Various bitters (Fernet Branca, Jagermeister)
• Various vermouths (e.g. Dubonnet Aperitif and Martini Bianco/Rosso)
• Aquavit (Bommerlunder and Loiten`s Linie)
Special Conditions
*Conditions Apply: All prices shown here are per person share twin in EURO, based on full brochure cruise fare. Fares are correct as of 24May23. Some cabins may have obstructed views. Cruise deposit, amendment and cancellation conditions apply. Travel agent service fees may apply. Special conditions may apply - please ask for full details at time of inquiry. All passports, vaccinations and visas are the responsibility of the travelling guest to secure prior to departure from Australia. Offer subject to availability at time of booking. We reserve the right to correct errors without penalty. Not included: International or domestic airfares, hotel accommodation or transfers, shore excursions and onboard purchases, visas, vaccinations or medical visits. Discount offers are capacity controlled and may be withdrawn without prior notice. Beverage package terms and conditions: Beverage packages can only be booked for the entire duration of the cruise and for all persons sharing the cabin. They are not transferrable to other people. Nicko beverage packages are valid only during the cruise and they are non-refundable. Beverage packages may not be booked for persons under 18 years of age.
Special Validity Dates
Special is valid from 25 May 2023 to 28 Feb 2025 or until sold out/withdrawn.
Cruise Itinerary
| Date | Activity | Arrive | Depart |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Apr 2025 | Heraklion, Greece | 08:00 PM | |
| 15 Apr 2025 | At sea | ||
| 16 Apr 2025 | Haifa, Israel | 08:00 AM | Overnight |
| 17 Apr 2025 | Haifa, Israel | 06:00 PM | |
| 18 Apr 2025 | Paphos, Cyprus | 08:00 AM | 08:00 PM |
| 19 Apr 2025 | At sea | ||
| 20 Apr 2025 | Mykonos, Greece | 08:00 AM | 10:30 PM |
| 21 Apr 2025 | Athens (Piraeus) Greece | 06:00 AM |
All itineraries and ports of call at the discretion of the cruise line subject to local weather conditions and may change without notice.
8 days | Crete • Haifa • Cyprus • Mykonos • Athens
This VASCO DA GAMA cruise through the Greek Cyclades to Cyprus and to Israel is also a journey towards some of the most impressive UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the Mediterranean. In Haifa, chances are good that the Bahei Gardens will be forever etched in your memory. Spread over 19 terraces, the complex culminates in the sacred shrine of the Bab. In Cyprus, it is the royal tombs of Paphos. There are no kings buried here, “only” rich merchants, but this does not detract from the splendor of their final resting place. From Mykonos, which will captivate you with its old town, Delos is not far away. Here, UNESCO has classified the mythical birthplace of Artemis and Apollo as worthy of special protection.
Highlights:
– The Panagia Tourliani Monastery in Ano Mera on Mykonos is one of the most beautiful monastery complexes on the island and dates back to 1542.
– Cyprus enchants you with an exciting mixture of eventful history and unspoiled nature.
– From Haifa it is not far to Jerusalem, the Dead Sea or Tel Aviv.
In its own unique way, VASCO DA GAMA combines the Portuguese explorer tradition with the demands of today’s cruise guests: a wide range of different bars and restaurants in an exclusive setting, lots of public space with a modern interior and tasteful design elements. On board, you’ll find a full range of equipment for spa, fitness and your personal leisure activities. You won’t find any other comparable cruise ship of this size on the market offering such good value for money. The personal atmosphere on board due to the manageable number of guests is key to the sense of well-being. In the very spirit of Portuguese hospitality, our friendly crew remains committed to your welfare.
In today’s cruise ship market, our ship is regarded as small due to the fact that we have limited passenger capacity. The beautiful teak-wood decks exude classic charm, working in perfect harmony with the ship’s elegant and modern appearance. At 219 metres long and with a volume of 55,820 GRT, the ship provides its guests with all the space they need to thrive, spread across nine passenger decks. On board, you’ll feel this spaciousness, for example, in the cabins and suites (16 to 102 sqm in size), five bars and lounges in different designs, five restaurants, an elegant spa area with sauna and steam bath, a large fitness centre, sports areas on the outside decks as well as two pools, one of which has a sliding glass roof. And in our “Hollywood’s” show theatre over two decks, our on-board theatre company provides you with top-class evening entertainment. Bom espetáculo!
Our total of 550 crew members have just one goal: to make you feel comfortable! On top of the generous room-to-passenger ratio and our range of on-board facilities, the ample crew-to-guest ratio means you can find your own personal way to relax on board the ship. Whether you prefer to read a good book with a cool drink under the glass dome in our viewing lounge, the “Dome”, or would like to expend some of your energy in the outdoor sports areas, VASCO DA GAMA has the full range of options to choose from. For families, our children’s area over two decks and our special family cabins provide the ideal basis for an enjoyable holiday together – on family-friendly terms. We also have an attractive programme for singles: we have a cabin allocation for all dates with a single supplement of just 15%. Our chefs are, of course, able to meet all common dietary requirements. The ship also has some cabins for disabled guests and has a dialysis unit.
Ship Profile & Stats
- Length: 219 m
- Tonnage: 55,820
- Maiden Voyage: 1993
- Refurbished: 2021
- Passenger Capacity (dbl): 1000
Ship Amenities
- Individual Climate Control
- Safe
- Satellite TV
- Hair Dryer
Ship Facilities
- Children’s Area
- Sports Area
- Jogging Track
- Nightclub
- Fitness Centre
- Spa
- Al Fresco Grill
- Pool
- Lido Bar
- Cappuccino’s
- Club Bistro
- Hollywood’s
- Photo Gallery
- Wine Bar
- Bondi Conference Room
- Noosa Conference Room
- Waterfront Restaurant
- Waterfront Eurasia
- Waterfront Mediterranean
- Chef’s Table
- The Grill
- Reading Room
- Blue Room
- Captain’s Club
- Casino Lounge
- Shopping Galleria
- Ocean Bar
nicko cruises is one of the leading suppliers for river cruises in Europe and disposes over a modern as well as comfortable fleet. The company is active on two continents and travels through all tourist waterways in demand in the world as well as several coastal sections.
“More experiences. Enjoyed in comfort.” – that is the programme at nicko cruises. It does not matter in which part of the world: The comfort and individual travelling experience of the passengers are always in the foreground. Thanks to the many travelling routes that we offer, every person will find their matching river cruise. The ships of the nicko cruises fleet all have the equivalent standard (except Russia) of 4 to 5 star hotels on-land according to German standards.
And matching that, nicko cruises offers an exceptional service with a lot of passion for detail: from picking you up at the doorstep to attractive excursions on-land up to a wide variety of culinary offers on-board.
The language on board all nicko cruises ships is German and English. Since nicko cruises is increasingly opening up to the international market, it may be that foreign-language tour groups will be on board for individual departures. In such cases, announcements over loudspeaker or during evening events are made in German as well as the respective foreign language of the tour group.
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Vasco Da Gama - Atlantic Deck
Vasco Da Gama - Main Deck
Vasco Da Gama - Promenade Deck
Vasco Da Gama - Boat Deck
Vasco Da Gama - Upper Deck
Vasco Da Gama - Veranda Deck
Vasco Da Gama - Navigator Deck
Vasco Da Gama - Lido Deck
Vasco Da Gama - Sports Deck
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08 - Outside Cabin with Window Front/Aft
•17.1 – 17.7 sqm with window (cab. 5250, 5251, 5254 and 5255: 16.4 sqm), maximum occupancy: 4 persons•Double bed (can be separated into two singles if desired)•Sofa, can partly be set up as a bed/partly as an additional upper bed•Bathroom with shower or bath tub & hairdryer•Flat-screen TV, phone & safe, individually adjustable air conditioning
07 - Outside Cabin with Window Front/Aft
•17.3 – 17.9 sqm with window, maximum occupancy: 4 persons•Double bed (can be separated into two singles if desired)•Sofa, can partly be set up as a bed/partly as an additional upper bed•Bathroom with shower or bath tub & hairdryer•Flat-screen TV, phone & safe, individually adjustable air conditioning
06 - Outside Cabin with Window Front/Aft
•16.8 – 18.3 sqm with window (cab. 6182 and 6183: 22 sqm),maximum occupancy: 2 persons•Double bed (beds can be separated into two singles if desired) and seating area•Bathroom with shower or bath tub & hairdryer•Flat-screen TV, phone & safe, individually adjustable air conditioning
05 - Outside Cabin with Window (partially restricted view)
•16.8 sqm with window (partially restricted view),maximum occupancy: 2 persons•Double bed (beds can be separated into two singles if desired) and seating area•Bathroom with shower or bath tub & hairdryer•Flat-screen TV, phone & safe, individually adjustable air conditioning
04 - Outside Cabin with Porthole
•16.0 – 18.5 sqm with porthole (cab. 4010 and 4011: 23.7 sqm; cab. 5010and 5011: 15.3 sqm), maximum occupancy: 4 persons•Double bed (beds can be separated into two singles if desired) and seating area•Sofa, can partly be set up as a bed/partly as an additional upper bed•Bathroom with shower or bath tub & hairdryer•Flat-screen TV, phone & safe, individually adjustable air conditioning
03 - Inside Cabin
•16.4 – 17.0 sqm (cab. 5081 and 5085: 20.2 sqm), maximum occupancy:4 persons•Double bed (can be separated into two singles if desired)•Sofa, can partly be set up as a bed/partly as an additional upper bed•Bathroom with shower & hairdryer•Flat-screen TV, phone & safe, individually adjustable air conditioning
02 - Inside Cabin Front/Aft
•16.4 – 17.1 sqm (cab. 5002: 21 sqm; cab. 5053 and 5056: 20.2 sqm;cab. 9020 and 9024: 13.1 sqm), maximum occupancy: 4 persons•Double bed (can be separated into two singles if desired)•Sofa, can partly be set up as a bed/partly as an additional upper bed•Bathroom with shower & hairdryer•Flat-screen TV, phone & safe, individually adjustable air conditioning
01 - Inside Cabin
•16.4 – 16.9 sqm, maximum occupancy: 4 persons•Double bed (can be separated into two singles if desired)•Sofa, can partly be set up as a bed/partly as an additional upper bed•Bathroom with shower & hairdryer•Flat-screen TV, phone & safe, individually adjustable air conditioning
13 - Outside Cabin with Balcony Front/Aft
•20.9 sqm, maximum occupancy: 3 persons•Balcony with seating•Double bed (can be separated into two singles if desired)•Sofa, can sometimes be set up as a bed•Bathroom with shower or bath tub/whirlpool and hairdryer•Flat-screen TV, phone, safe•Options for preparing coffee/tea•Individually adjustable air conditioning•Extras for all balcony cabin guests – categories 13 & 14:- Welcome fruit bowl, one bottle of wine & water- Preferred check-in & check-out (wherever possible)- Atlas, binoculars, umbrella & bathrobe for the duration of thecruise as well as towelling slippers
12 - Outside Cabin with Window
•17.5 sqm with window, maximum occupancy: 4 persons•Double bed (can be separated into two singles if desired)•Sofa, can partly be set up as a bed/partly as an additional upper bed•Bathroom with shower or bath tub & hairdryer•Flat-screen TV, phone & safe, individually adjustable air conditioning
11 - Outside Cabin with Window
•17.7 sqm with window, maximum occupancy: 2 persons•Double bed (beds can be separated into two singles if desired) and seating area•Bathroom with shower or bath tub & hairdryer•Flat-screen TV, phone & safe, individually adjustable air conditioning
10 - Outside Cabin with Window (Family)
•17.6 sqm with window, max. occupancy of two connecting cabins:7 persons
•Family cabins with connecting door: When booking cabin numbers 4066, 4067, 4074, 4075, 4078, 4079, 4090, 4091, 4154, 4155, 4162, 4163, 4170, 4171, 4178, 4179, 4186 or 4187 with at least three people (at least two of whom are paying full price) you get the connecting cabin free for children under 16 years of age.•Double bed (can be separated into two singles if desired)•Sofa, can partly be set up as a bed/partly as an additional upper bed•Bathroom with shower or bath tub & hairdryer•Flat-screen TV, phone & safe, individually adjustable air conditioning
09 - Outside Cabin with Window
•16.8 sqm with window, maximum occupancy: 2 persons•Double bed (beds can be separated into two singles if desired) and seating area•Bathroom with shower or bath tub & hairdryer•Flat-screen TV, phone & safe, individually adjustable air conditioning
16 - Penthouse Suite with Balcony
101.7 sqm, maximum occupancy: 4 persons•Large balcony with seating•King-size double bed•Seating area including sofa/bed, can be set up as a double bed•Bathroom with shower or bath/whirlpool and hairdryer•Flat-screen TV, DVD player, phone, safe•Individually adjustable air conditioning •Extras for penthouse suite guests:- Welcome fruit bowl, one bottle of wine & water- Laundry & ironing service- Preferred check-in & check-out (wherever possible)- Atlas, binoculars, umbrella & bathrobe for the duration of the cruise as well as towelling slippers
15 - Suite with Balcony
•34.7 sqm, maximum occupancy: 4 persons•Balcony with seating•King size double bed (can be separated into two singles if desired)•Seating area including sofa/bed, can be set up as a double bed•Bathroom with shower or bath tub/whirlpool and hairdryer•Flat-screen TV, DVD player, phone, safe•Options for preparing coffee/tea•Individually adjustable air conditioning•Extras for suite guests (category 15):- Welcome fruit bowl, one bottle of wine & water- Laundry service- Preferred check-in & check-out (wherever possible)- Atlas, binoculars, umbrella & bathrobe for the duration of thecruise as well as towelling slippers
14 - Outside Cabin with Balcony
20.9 sqm, maximum occupancy: 3 persons•Balcony with seating•Double bed (can be separated into two singles if desired)•Bathroom with shower or bath tub/whirlpool and hairdryer•Flat-screen TV, phone, safe•Options for preparing coffee/tea•Individually adjustable air conditioning•Extras for all balcony cabin guests – categories 13 & 14:- Welcome fruit bowl, one bottle of wine & water- Preferred check-in & check-out (wherever possible)- Atlas, binoculars, umbrella & bathrobe for the duration of thecruise as well as towelling slippers