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Highlights of the western Mediterranean

16 days | Rome • Sardinia • Elba • Livorno • Genoa • Marseille • Saint-Tropez • Cannes • Corsica • Menorca • Barcelona

This cruise with the VASCO DA GAMA takes you along the picturesque Mediterranean coast. Experience Sardinia's dream beaches and Elba's beautiful capital Portoferraio. Discover the historic cities of Florence, Pisa and Milan with their UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Visit the Cinque Terre National Park and enjoy the French Riviera with a trip to Nice and Provence. Other highlights such as Saint-Tropez, Cannes, Barcelona and the beautiful islands of Corsica and Menorca then await you. Experience the perfect mix of vibrant cities and enchanting natural landscapes, accompanied by culinary delights!

from €2,379 p. P. incl. Flight Select cabin

Mediterranean

VASCO DA GAMA

Why this trip?

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The my choice fare already includes the scheduled flight from various departure airports.
You stroll through small, winding alleyways on Sardinia and Elba or stroll through the most impressive places the country has to offer: This cruise combines several of the most beautiful places in Italy.
In Saint-Tropez, Cannes and Nice, you can experience for yourself the unique atmosphere that can be felt in all three cities. No wonder artists of all kinds feel so at home here!
On Menorca, you can do something good for your body and soul: you can hike through the s'Albufera des Grau nature park and enjoy regional specialties where they are produced.

Itinerary

Civitavecchia (Rome)

Casting off: 21:00

From Civitavecchia you will arrive in beautiful Rome. And here you will be "spoilt for choice": Admire the imposing St. Peter's Basilica in charming Rome or take a trip to Vatican City, the center of the Roman Catholic Church, and marvel at true masterpieces, such as Michelangelo's frescoes in the Sistine Chapel. Or enjoy the vibrant metropolis with its highlights: the Spanish Steps, the Trevi Fountain and the Colloseum....

Embarkation 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Olbia (Sardinia

Mooring: 08:00 Casting off: 18:00

Narrow alleys meander between the colorful facades of the picturesque little houses in Olbia! Look forward to azure waters, dreamlike beaches and Italian flair in the enchanting port city in the northeast of Sardinia.

Portoferraio (Elba)

Mooring: 08:00 Casting off: 23:00

In Portoferraio, admire the mighty city walls, the imposing fortified town "Cosmopoll" and the heritage of antiquity from the time of iron mining. To the north of the charming town on the island of Elba, a picturesque natural bay behind a gigantic rocky outcrop invites you to swim!

Livorno (Florence/Pisa)

Mooring: 08:00 Casting off: 23:30

Immerse yourself in the Tuscan lifestyle in Livorno and admire the picturesque Italian houses during a short city walk. Architectural masterpieces also await you during a visit to historic Florence or the charming city of Pisa.

La Spezia

Mooring: 08:00 Casting off: 20:00

Experience the Italian way of life in La Spezia! Surrounded by the picturesque coastal landscape, the colorful house facades shine with their unique architecture and give a charming picture.

Genoa

Mooring: 08:00 Casting off: 20:00

Follow in the footsteps of the great explorer in the birthplace of Christopher Columbus! Genoa convinces with typical Italian flair: Beautiful narrow streets, extraordinary cultural offerings and charming museums are waiting to be discovered by you.

Villefranche-sur-Mer (Nizza)

Mooring: 08:00 Casting off: 20:00

Willkommen an der zauberhaften Côte d'Azur! Wunderschöne Gärten, alte enge Gassen in der historischen Altstadt und eine malerische Küste erwartet Sie in den bunten Hafenstädten Villefranche-sur-Mer und Nizza. Genießen Sie unbedingt den atemberaubenden Ausblick von den Gipfeln der naheliegenden Berge!

Marseille (Provence)

Mooring: 08:00 Casting off: 20:00

Experience France with all its facets. Marseille enchants visitors with the charming old fishing port, the imposing basilica Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde, breathtaking nature and historic fortresses.

St. Tropez

Mooring: 08:00 Casting off: 23:00

Stroll along the glamorous harbor, wander through the historic old town and experience the urban history of the French artist city of St. Tropez in one of the enchanting museums. From the time-honored citadel you have a unique view over the entire bay on the Cote d'Azur!

Cannes

Mooring: 08:00 Casting off: 23:00

Cannes, picturesquely situated on the French Riviera, is famous for its international film festival. The promenade "La Croisette" follows the course of the coast and leads past sandy beaches and magnificent architecture.

Villefranche-sur-Mer (Nizza)

Mooring: 08:00 Casting off: 22:00

Calvi (Corsica)

Mooring: 08:00 Casting off: 20:00

The small fishing town of Calvi in the northwest of the island fascinates with its cozy old town. The mighty citadel, which houses a cathedral, a bishop's palace and the alleged birthplace of Christopher Columbus, is located on a small promontory off the coast.

Ajaccio (Corsica)

Mooring: 08:00 Casting off: 18:00

The capital of Corsica is also the birthplace of Napoleon. The family's former ancestral home, Maison Bonaparte, exhibits family heirlooms as a museum. The cityscape is characterized by narrow streets and old houses with facades in red, orange and yellow.

Mahón (Menorca)

Mooring: 12:00 Casting off: 20:00

High above the picturesque harbor town on Menorca towers the Castell de Sant Felip. Stroll through the picturesque town of Mahón with its romantic harbor and charming parks and enjoy the wonderful view!

Barcelona

Mooring: 08:00

The Catalan city is one of the most beautiful in the entire Mediterranean. Nine buildings in Barcelona are on the UNESCO World Heritage List. The cityscape is characterized by buildings of the architect Antoni Gaudí. The facade of the five-nave basilica is admirable; but he also created a stately townhouse, the Palau Güell, and the Park Güell on a ridge in the north of Barcelona. Hundreds of tapas bars with typical Spanish specialties await visitors on the amusement mile Las Ramblas.

Barcelona

Disembarkation until 09:00 a.m.

Services

The services provided during your trip

Flights from/to Frankfurt and Düsseldorf included
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

Classic beverage package on sea voyages with VASCO DA GAMA: €495 p. P.
Premium beverage package on sea voyages with VASCO DA GAMA: €795 p. P.
Non-alcoholic beverage package for kids & teens on sea voyages with VASCO DA GAMA: €210 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.

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Highlights of the western Mediterranean

from €2,379 p. P. incl. Flight Select cabin