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.
Western Norway in detail
15 days | Kiel • Bergen • Nordfjordeid • Kristiansund • Lofoten • North Cape • Hammerfest • Harstad • Ålesund • KielWhy this trip?
- You will experience the Lofoten Islands and the North Cape on a single trip - two places in the world that many people dream of visiting but few do.
- A mixture of nature and city experiences ensures that boredom is guaranteed to be a thing of the past.
- Experience the mountains and fjords of Norway first hand: on hikes, canoe trips and, of course, from on board the VASCO DA GAMA.
Early bird discount
The discount is already included in the displayed starting price.
10% discount per person on bookings before 31.12.2024
Itinerary
Kiel
The picturesque port city is best known for the Kiel Canal and the unique sailing event "Kiel Week". However, Kiel has much more to offer: Stroll through the pretty port city and enjoy the maritime flair!
Departure 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm.
Day 2
Look forward to a varied time out at sea.
Bergen (Norway)
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.
Nordfjordeid (Norway)
The picturesque coastal town is a real gem. With incredible nature and a history dating back to the Vikings, it is a great place for nature and culture lovers.
Enjoy a relaxing trip through the 13-kilometre-long Eidfjord on the deck of the VASCO DA GAMA.
Kristiansund (Norway)
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.
Day 7
Look forward to a varied time out at sea.
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.
Cruising at the North Cape.
Hammerfest
Welcome to the northernmost city in the world! Become a member of the Polar Bear Club in Hammerfest, Norway, and learn a lot of interesting facts about the Nordic culture in the associated exhibition. And maybe you will even meet a real polar bear?
Harstad (Norway)
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 11
Look forward to a varied time out at sea.
Ålesund
After a great fire at the beginning of the 20th century, the city center had to be almost completely restored. This reconstruction created a beautiful city center, which is fully characterized by Art Nouveau.
Day 13
Look forward to a varied time out at sea.
Day 14
Look forward to a varied time out at sea.
Kiel
The picturesque port city is best known for the Kiel Canal and the unique sailing event "Kiel Week". However, Kiel has much more to offer: Stroll through the pretty port city and enjoy the maritime flair!
Disembarkation until 09:00.
Services
- Cruise in the booked cabin category
- nicko cruises full board
- nicko cruises cruise management German-speaking
- 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
- Loving, age-appropriate childcare and large children's area
- Convenient Whisper audio system for a variety of excursions
- 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: €490 p. P.
- Premium beverage package on sea voyages with VASCO DA GAMA: €770 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.