Mit nicko cruises Hochseekreuzfahrt in die Karibik Barbados

Pure Caribbean feeling

17 days | Gran Canaria • Cape Verde • Barbados • St. Lucia • Dominica • Montserrat • St. Kitts • Jamaica

Your dream cruise on the popular VASCO DA GAMA starts in Gran Canaria and first sets course for Cape Verde. You will enjoy the benefits of your comfortable cruise ship to the full and relax for a while. Once you arrive on São Vincente, you will be impressed by the friendly people and the beautiful nature. In the Caribbean, you will discover paradisiacal bays and wonderful snorkeling spots on Barbados, St. Lucia and Dominica. Montserrat will prove to you that it is rightly called the "shining emerald of the Caribbean". And on St. Kitts, you will soak up the wonderful carefree attitude to life with all your senses before Jamaica appears on the horizon.

from €3,159 p. P. incl. Flight from €4,719 p. P. Select cabin

Carribean

VASCO DA GAMA

Why this trip?

nicko cruises Seereise nach Transatlantik Kanaren Las Palmas Kathedrale Santa Ana

nicko cruises Seereise nach Portugal Mindelo

nicko cruises Seereise nach Barbados Bridgetown

Mit nicko cruises Hochseekreuzfahrt in der Karibik St. Lucia

Mit nicko cruises Hochseekreuzfahrten zu den Kleinen Antillen Dominica Roseau

Mit nicko cruises Hochseekreuzfahrt in die Karibik Vogel

Mit nicko cruises Kreuzfahrt nach St. Kitts Frigate Bay

Mit nicko cruises Kreuzfahrt nach Jamaika Kolibri

Discover the world together: With the my choice fare, the second person saves 50% of the cabin price
Let Cape Verde enchant you with its beautiful nature and magnificent views.
Enjoy that pure Caribbean feeling on the dream islands of Barbados and St. Kitts with their white sandy beaches and turquoise waters.
Discover breathtaking waterfalls and pure nature on the small island of Dominica.
Relax during your days at sea and enjoy the comfort of the VASCO DA GAMA.

Itinerary

Las Palmas (Gran Canaria)

Casting off: 20:00

Hike through the vineyards of Tafira up to the volcanic cauldron Caldera de Bandama and enjoy the wonderful panoramic view over Gran Canaria. Afterwards, indulge in culinary delights in the picturesque city of Las Palmas and marvel at the fascinating architecture of the Canary Island.

Embarkation 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm.

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Day 2

Recreation at sea.

Day 3

Recreation at sea.

Mindelo (Cape Verde)

Mooring: 09:00 Casting off: 18:00

Stroll through the picturesque port city of Mindelo and visit small shops, the quaint fish market, charming cafes and unique museums. The magnificent Praça Nova district with its pastel-colored stucco villas and the beautiful city park invite you to relax in Cape Verde.

Day 5

Recreation at sea.

Day 6

Recreation at sea.

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Day 7

Recreation at sea.

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Day 8

Recreation at sea.

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Day 9

Recreation at sea.

Bridgetown (Barbados)

Mooring: 09:00 Casting off: 18:00

Colonial architecture, historic buildings, Fort Savannah, culture, local gastronomy, beautiful beaches and art make the capital of Barbados special.

Castries (St. Lucia)

Mooring: 08:00 Casting off: 18:00

On St. Lucia, a jewel of the Caribbean, marvel at the Pitons, two majestic volcanic mountains that are a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Relax on the island's exotic black sand beaches and explore fascinating snorkeling and diving areas along the west coast. For the more adventurous, there are hiking trails inland through the rainforest that lead to spectacular waterfalls.

Roseau (Dominica)

Mooring: 08:00 Casting off: 18:00

On Dominica, the "nature island" of the Caribbean, you can discover an impressive landscape with black sand beaches, thundering waterfalls and boiling lakes. With the Kalinago Territory and the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Morne Trois Pitons National Park, the island offers nature experiences that are not to be missed. Dominica is also a paradise for divers and hikers, who can explore the 365 rivers, countless lakes and the diverse flora and fauna in the dense, mountainous rainforests.

Little Bay (Montserrat)

Mooring: 08:00 Casting off: 18:00

On Montserrat, often referred to as the "shining emerald of the Caribbean", the Centre Hills offer you biodiversity and lush vegetation. Head to the ghost town of Plymouth, which was almost completely buried by volcanic eruptions and is now a fascinating excursion destination. For nature and bird lovers, Montserrat also offers the opportunity to observe the national bird, the Montserrat oriole, in the tropical forests.

Basseterre (Saint Kitts)

Mooring: 08:00 Casting off: 18:00

Visit the green volcanoes of St. Kitts, which are covered in dense tropical forest and offer an impressive backdrop. The islands are also known for their white sandy beaches and crystal clear waters, which are perfect for swimming, sunbathing and diving. Those interested in history can visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site Fort Brimstone Hill, a well-preserved fortress from the colonial era.

Day 15

Recreation at sea.

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Day 16

Recreation at sea.

Port Royal (Jamaica)

Mooring: 08:00

In Jamaica, for example, you can dive into the crystal-clear water and explore the colorful underwater world while snorkeling.

Disembarkation until 09:00.

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
Classic beverage package on sea voyages with VASCO DA GAMA: €560 p. P.
Premium beverage package on sea voyages with VASCO DA GAMA: €880 p. P.
Non-alcoholic beverage package for kids & teens on sea voyages with VASCO DA GAMA: €224 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.