On our VASCO DA GAMA, which was named Ship of the Year in April 2023, you can travel to your personal places of longing all over the world. Whether you are dreaming of the North Cape, the Mediterranean or even a trip around the world: You will indulge in pure cruise feeling on a comparatively small ship with a manageable number of guests of maximum 1,000 passengers. Enjoy the family atmosphere on board our charming ocean-going vessel VASCO DA GAMA and indulge in culinary delights in our five restaurants. Our attentive, German-speaking service staff will serve you top-class drinks in the seven bars and cafés on board, which have been furnished with great attention to detail. The heated swimming pool on the Lido Deck can be used all year round, regardless of the weather, thanks to the flexible sliding glass roof. Our on-board program is rounded off by first-class entertainment with on-board shows, varied live music and lectures on local history.
Experience the midnight sun in Norway
15 days | Bremerhaven - Stavanger - Geiranger - Kristiansund - Lofoten - North Cape - Harstad - Trondheim - Bergen - BremerhavenWhy this trip?
- Benefit from attractive special prices in the my choice tariff.
- Experience the world-famous Geirangerfjord from above and from the water
- Visit the northernmost point in Europe and marvel at the sun, which never sets here
- Experience Bergen, the "Gateway to the Fjords", follow in the footsteps of Edvard Grieg through the city and visit his home
Itinerary
Bremerhaven
Bremerhaven is located on the Elbe-Weser triangle, which merges into the North Sea, making the city the gateway to the North Sea, so to speak. Especially for the inquisitive, Bremerhaven has a lot to offer: the Klimahaus, the German Maritime Museum and the German Emigration House. All these sites offer knowledge about many different topics, so everyone will find what they are looking for.
Embarkation 15:00 to 17:00.
Day 2
Recreation at sea.
Stavanger
Stavanger is one of the oldest cities in Norway. The beautiful town lies on the Byfjord, an arm of the Stavangerfjord in the southwest of Norway. Wander through the cobbled streets of the old town of Gamle Stavanger, past the white wooden houses. The famous Preikestolen is also not far away.
Geiranger
The way to the enchanting Norwegian town of Geiranger leads you through the 15-kilometer-long, legendary Geirangerfjord. Cascades of water cascade down from vertically sloping walls, billowing veils of mist form on the cliffs and mighty mountains tower up on both shores - you will never forget this unique natural experience!
Kristiansund
Colorful houses exude Norwegian flair in Kristiansund! The historically significant harbor town stretches over four islands and was rebuilt after a devastating bombing raid in 1941, so that today it shines again in full splendor.
Svolvær (Lofoten)
The charming town of Svolvaer is the gateway to Lofoten. The town is surrounded by spectacular mountain formations and peaks, of which "Svolværgeita" is one of the most famous. The town itself is characterized by traditional fishermen's huts and beautiful beach promenades.
Early morning crossing of the Arctic Circle.
Day 7
Midnight at the North Cape.
Honningsvåg (Nordkap)
Welcome to the gateway to the North Cape! The North Cape Road takes you from Honningsvåg through a barren, incomparably impressive tundra landscape to the famous slate plateau. Enjoy the unforgettable views and keep an eye out for wild reindeer.
Harstad
Idyllically situated on the island of Hinnøya, surrounded by a mighty mountain range, you will visit the cultural center of northern Norway today. The beautiful archipelago invites you to take a RIB boat tour, and just outside the town you will find the church of Trondenes, the northernmost medieval church. And culinary enthusiasts are sure to find something to suit them, with a wide range of fish and seafood on offer.
Day 10
Recreation at sea.
Trondheim
In Trondheim, the imposing Nidaros Cathedral commemorates the Viking King Olav Tryggvason, who founded the picturesque port city thousands of years ago. Stroll through Bakklandet, the cozy old town of the Norwegian city, and enjoy culinary delights in the charming cafés.
Molde
Situated at the wide mouth of the Romsdalsfjord, the "City of Roses" welcomes you. A branch of the Gulf Stream provides a mild climate and vegetation that you would expect to find in the southern hemisphere. Molde is particularly beautiful from above. The 407-metre-high Mount Vaden offers an overwhelming view of the fjords with the skerries and the more than 200 partially snow-covered peaks of the Sunnmøre Alps, one of the most beautiful panoramas in Norway.
Bergen
Bergen combines 900 years of history with the youthful ambience of a student city. With its seven mountains, bays and peninsulas, Bergen was once a center of the Hanseatic League. Traces of this past can still be found today - most clearly in the old merchants' quarter of Bryggen, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here you walk on planks through the labyrinth of narrowly built counting houses and warehouses with their beams and cornices.
Day 14
Recreation at sea.
Bremerhaven
Bremerhaven is located on the Elbe-Weser triangle, which merges into the North Sea, making the city the gateway to the North Sea, so to speak. Especially for the inquisitive, Bremerhaven has a lot to offer: the Klimahaus, the German Maritime Museum and the German Emigration House. All these sites offer knowledge about many different topics, so everyone will find what they are looking for.
Disembarkation until 09:00.
Services
- Cruise in the booked cabin category
- nicko cruises full board
- nicko cruises cruise management
- German-speaking local tour guide during the excursions (this cannot be guaranteed in all destinations, in these cases English-speaking guide)
- English-speaking service on board
- Entertainment programme and lectures on the countries visited on board
- Childcare and a large children‘s area extended over two decks with indoor and outdoor areas
- Comfortable Whisper audio system on all excursions operated by nicko cruises
- Use of the fitness area, swimming pools, outdoor sports area and spa area with sauna
- Travel documents
- Luggage service between landing stage and cabin for embarkation and disembarkation
- All port and passenger fees
The services provided during your trip
- Arrival and departure
- Classic beverage package on sea voyages with VASCO DA GAMA: €462 p. P.
- Premium beverage package on sea voyages with VASCO DA GAMA: €742 p. P.
- Non-alcoholic beverage package for kids & teens on sea voyages with VASCO DA GAMA: €196 p. P.
- Insurance
- Complete insurance
- Travel cancellation insurance
- Travel health insurance
Additional services
Your ship: VASCO DA GAMA
On our VASCO DA GAMA, which was named Ship of the Year in April 2023, you can travel to your personal places of longing all over the world. Whether you are dreaming of the North Cape, the Mediterranean or even a trip around the world: You will indulge in pure cruise feeling on a comparatively small ship with a manageable number of guests of maximum 1,000 passengers. Enjoy the family atmosphere on board our charming ocean-going vessel VASCO DA GAMA and indulge in culinary delights in our five restaurants. Our attentive, German-speaking service staff will serve you top-class drinks in the seven bars and cafés on board, which have been furnished with great attention to detail. The heated swimming pool on the Lido Deck can be used all year round, regardless of the weather, thanks to the flexible sliding glass roof. Our on-board program is rounded off by first-class entertainment with on-board shows, varied live music and lectures on local history.