Mit nicko cruises Hochseekreuzfahrt nach Französisch Polynesien Tahiti

Christmas & New Year's Eve in the South Pacific

23 days | Panama City • Ecuador • Peru • Easter Island • Pitcairn Islands • Tuamoto Archipelago • Tahiti

In the endless expanses of the South Pacific, the VASCO DA GAMA takes you to the most beautiful places in the world. From Panama via Ecuador and Peru, you set off in the direction of Easter Island. Here you will be captivated by the 800 or so stone statues called Moai. On the Pitcairn Islands, you will be amazed at how varied a single archipelago can be. And in French Polynesia, you will visit Tahiti, one of the most beautiful islands the South Seas has to offer. Although: every one of the many thousands of islands can actually make that claim!

from €4,979 p. P. Select cabin

South Pacific island

VASCO DA GAMA

Why this trip?

Nach Mittelamerika Panama mit nicko cruises Weltreise Kreuzfahrt Etappe 4 Panama City Panamakanal

Mit nicko cruises nach Südamerika Hochseekreuzfahrt

Mit nicko cruises Hochseekreuzfahrt nach Ecuador Guayaqui

Mit nicko cruises Kreuzfahrt nach Peru Callao Lima

Chile Ahu Tongariki Moai Statue Osterinsel nicko cruises Seereise

Adamstown Pitcairn Island Südpazifik Westreise nicko cruises

Mit nicko cruises Hochseekreuzfahrt nach Französisch Polynesien Fakarava Strand

On Easter Island, you will have enough time to look at the Moai so closely that you will end up recognizing the differences between the individual stone statues.
Immerse yourself in a classic of world literature: you will often encounter "Mutiny on the Bounty" on the Pitcairn Islands.
Experience time to discover in its most beautiful form: With plenty of time for discoveries in areas of the South Pacific where hardly anyone but you is traveling.

Itinerary

Panama City (Panama)

Panama City has developed into a modern metropolis over the years, with not only the tallest buildings in Central America, but also many historical monuments. Let yourself be enchanted by the special flair of this port city or embark on a journey back in time to Central America 600 years ago and visit an indigenous Embera village.

Departure 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm.

Panama City (Panama)

Casting off: 14:00

Mit nicko cruises Hochseekreuzfahrten Frauen Deck Getränke

Day 3

Recreation at sea.

Manta (Ecuador)

Mooring: 08:00 Casting off: 15:00

Discover the Ecuadorian port city of Manta with us. Tuna fishing is one of the city's main sources of income, which is especially evident when visiting the numerous restaurants - if you are looking for fresh fish and seafood, you will definitely find it here! Or enjoy a safari in the Pacoche National Park.

Guayaquil (Ecuador)

Mooring: 09:00 Casting off: 17:00

The city of Guayaquil is known as the gateway to the Galapagos Islands. The flair of the metropolis is defined by a mix of history and a modern urban atmosphere.

Day 6

Recreation at sea.

Callao (Peru)

Mooring: 15:00 Casting off: 18:00

From the port city of Callao, you will reach the capital Lima. Explore the old town of Lima, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The contrast between historic buildings and modern skyscrapers gives Lima its characteristic charm. If you decide to take the overland excursion to the legendary Machu Picchu, your adventure starts today in Callao.

Day 8

Recreation at sea.

nicko cruises Seereise nach Baltikum an Bord von VASCO DA GAMA

Day 9

Recreation at sea.

Day 10

Recreation at sea.

Day 11

Recreation at sea.

Barkeeper an Bord von Vasco Da Gama nicko cruises

Day 12

Recreation at sea.

Hanga Roa (Chile, Easter Island)

Mooring: 13:00

Almost everyone knows about the famous stone statues on Easter Island, but only very few experience the impressive monuments up close. In Hanga Roa you have the opportunity to visit the countless Moai on the island. In addition to the completed moai, which number about 800 today, you should definitely visit Rano Raraku, also called the "Birthplace of the Moai". On its slopes today there are still almost 400 more or less completed Moai. After an exciting exploration around Easter Island, you will have the opportunity to relax by the sea. The beaches on the island are not numerous, but all the more beautiful. Alternatively, you can visit the sea bay Ahu Tongariki, where the largest Polynesian ceremonial site is located.

Hanga Roa (Chile, Easter Island)

Casting off: 18:00

Day 15

Recreation at sea.

Day 16

Recreation at sea.

Adamstown (Pitcairn Islands)

Mooring: 08:00

The remote Adamstown exudes a solitary beauty. Besides a visit to the island museum, which tells the story of the mutineers of the Bounty and the founders of the place, it is also worth exploring the island. Not far from the settlement you can enjoy a wonderful view of Bounty Bay surrounded by unique flora and fauna.

Adamstown (Pitcairn Islands)

Casting off: 15:00

nicko cruises Kreuzfahrt Flussreise oder Seereise entspannte Schifffahrt

Day 19

Recreation at sea.

nicko cruises Seereise Paar im Bademantel

Day 20

Recreation at sea.

Fakarava (Tuamoto archipelago)

Mooring: 10:00 Casting off: 17:00

Fakarava, the second largest atoll in French Polynesia, lies in the heart of the Pacific and is surrounded by many small islands. This remote jewel offers impressive wildlife both on land and at sea. Explore the beauty of this place, which has been designated a UNESCO biosphere thanks to its untouched nature.

Mit nicko cruises Weltreise Seereise Etappe 3 nach Französisch Polynesien Tahiti Papeete

Papeete (Tahiti)

Mooring: 10:00

The capital of French Polynesia is located on Tahiti and convinces with its popular city market, historical buildings, various museums about Tahitian art as well as spacious parks and the harbor.

Papeete (Tahiti)

The capital of French Polynesia is located on Tahiti and convinces with its popular city market, historical buildings, various museums about Tahitian art as well as spacious parks and the harbor.

Ausschiffung bis 09:00 Uhr.

Services

The services provided during your trip

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

Additional services

Arrival and departure
Non-alcoholic beverage package for kids & teens on sea voyages with VASCO DA GAMA: €308 p. P.
Premium beverage package on sea voyages with VASCO DA GAMA: €1,210 p. P.
Classic beverage package on sea voyages with VASCO DA GAMA: €770 p. P.
Insurance
Complete insurance
Travel cancellation insurance
Travel health insurance

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.