Vasco da Gama

nicko cruises is a German tour operator for ocean and river cruises. For over 30 years, nicko cruises' guests have been discovering a variety of European destinations as well as dream destinations worldwide. The exotic voyages include Myanmar and Vietnam. The comprehensive service and the relaxed, warm atmosphere are particularly popular with Best Agers who want to get to know the country and people of the regions they visit.

Vasco da Gama is part of the nicko cruises fleet since 2021 and cruised prior that for TransOcean Cruises. On board the Vasco da Gama you travel comfortably and safely through the sea. You can easily reach your most desired destinations on the coasts of the world's oceans. There is space for up to 1,000 passengers on board the ship. The capacity promises enough space for an individual holiday experience. 

• Year of construction: 1993
• Home port: Madeira
• Length: 219 m
• Width: 31 m
• Tonnage: 55.820 GT
• Speed: 16 Knoten
• Decks: 9
• Number of passengers: 1.000
• Crew: ca. 550
• Languages on board: German, English
• Currency on board: €
• Internet: for a fee

The stylish and comfortably furnished staterooms have individually adjustable air conditioning, shower / toilet, satellite TV, telephone, hairdryer and safe. Hairdryers are available in all cabins. The beds can be separated or made up as a double bed. There is a large selection of different indoor, oceanview, family and balcony cabins as well as suites ready for you.

As on all nicko cruises ships, the atmosphere on board the Vasco da Gama is cozy, warm and familiar. Whether you want to enjoy a quiet moment to immerse yourself in a good book or attend a social event on board: everything is taken care of on this ship. Starting with an elegant wellness and fitness area up to lounges, two pools and five restaurants. Of course there is a lot of entertainment on board for you. The ship offers an evening show in the "Hollywood’s show theatre" with an onboard show for first-class entertainment. The dress code on board is casual, but neat for dinner. During the shore excursions, German-speaking tour guides impart exciting knowledge about regional culture and nature.

The Vasco da Gama offers several restaurants: Alfresco Grill, Waterfront Classic, Waterfront Eurasia, Waterfront Mediterranean, Club Bistro and The Grill. In the Waterfront Classic there are classic meals, that fit to the travelled destiantions. In the Waterfront Eurasia restaurant you can get Asian specialities and in the Waterfront Mediterranean mediterranean dishes are served. The Club Bistro is a buffet restaurant and for snacks on the go such as hotdogs, burgers or pizza, the Allfresco Grill is the right place. For a surcharge you can dine in the specialty restaurant The Grill. Additionally, the Vasco da Gama offers a Chefs Table where larger groups (up to 14 people) can meet for a surcharge and celebrate special private events. The Vasco da Gama also has various bars and lounges. The daily fresh made dishes are always delicious and round up your travel experience.

The Vasco da Gama offers a large fitness area, sports areas and two pools. After a workout, you can enjoy in the elegant wellness and spa area. For the suite guests there is also the Neptune's Lounge where they can relax in a living room atmosphere with drinks and snacks. Comfortable seating options, first-class-service, high-class magazine and tv invite them to relax.

The cruise operator offers optional bookable shore excursions, which are adapted to the respective length of stay in the port. Suitable for your cruise you can book a trip package that combines the highlights of each route into a single package. On board, however, you can also book only certain elements of the excursion packages, as long as there are seats available, and make your cruise even more individual. On many excursions, an audio system is available so that you can follow the explanations of your tour guide quite relaxed, without missing interesting highlights.

If you want to travel comfortably through the oceans, then you have come to the right place on board of the Vasco da Gama. The entertainment options and a large selection of restaurants and freshly prepared dishes offer you an unforgettable holiday experience. In addition, the warm atmosphere on board ensures the perfect holiday mood!