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Save Big with these Exclusive Prices - from AUD2,790 pp twin share!

15 Night Cruise Only

  • Cruise Line: nicko cruises
  • Ship: VASCO DA GAMA
  • Package Departs: 12 February 2026
  • Package Duration: 15 Nights
  • Offer Type: Cruise Only
  • Embark Ship: Sydney, NSW, Australia
  • Disembark Ship: Benoa, Bali, Indonesia
Make a new booking on this cruise by 30th November 2025 and save big with these exclusive new cruise fares! Prices shown here are already at the discounted prices. Cabins are based on guarantee status only. Cabins will be allocated by Nicko Cruises close to sailing date. Spaces are limited, so book your cabin on this cruise before it's too late! Conditions apply*

Inside Cabin - was AUD3,955 - now AUD2,790*pp
Outside Porthole Cabin - was AUD4,878 - now AUD3,415*pp
Outside Promenade Deck Cabin - was AUD5,118 - now AUD3,615*pp
Outside Balcony Cabin - from AUD7,815*pp
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Sydney to Benoa cruise prices include:
- 15 night cruise aboard Vasco da Gama from Sydney, Australia to Benoa (Bali), Indonesia
- All shipboard main meals
- The services of a nicko cruise director and local tour guide
- German and English-speaking service on board
- Comfortable whisper audio system is used on all excursions
- Use of the fitness area, the swimming pool and spa with sauna (spa services additional)
- Entertainment programme and lectures
- All port and government charges
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Shore Tours: Are at an additional cost with at least one excursion to be carried out in English (with no minimum number of pax) in each port. For other excursions the minimum number of pax is between 20 and 25 pax (depending on the excursion).
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BEVERAGE PACKAGES*:
For an additional cost you may include a beverage package in your cruise. Choose from...

Classic Beverage Package: priced from AUD1,050 per person
or
Premium Beverage Package: priced from AUD1,650 per person
Special Conditions
*Conditions Apply: All prices shown here are per person share twin in AUD, based on full brochure cruise fare. Fares are provided in EUR by Nicko Cruises and are converted to AUD at current exchange rate. Conversion to AUD is subject to currently fluctuations. Fares are correct as of 07Oct25. Some cabins may have obstructed views. Cruise deposit, amendment and cancellation conditions apply. Travel agent service fees may apply. Special conditions may apply - please ask for full details at time of inquiry. All passports, vaccinations and visas are the responsibility of the travelling guest to secure prior to departure from Australia. Offer subject to availability at time of booking. We reserve the right to correct errors without penalty. Not included: International or domestic airfares, hotel accommodation or transfers, shore excursions and onboard purchases, visas, vaccinations or medical visits. Discount offers are capacity controlled and may be withdrawn without prior notice. Beverage package terms and conditions: Beverage packages can only be booked for the entire duration of the cruise and for all persons sharing the cabin. They are not transferrable to other people. Nicko beverage packages are valid only during the cruise and they are non-refundable. Beverage packages may not be booked for persons under 18 years of age.

Sale Offer: The offer(s) are subject to prior sale. The offer must be accepted in writing within 7 working days of its creation, otherwise it will expire. The relevant deadlines for accepting the offer are noted in the offer. After acceptance of the offer, at least two working days are required to activate the offer in the booking systems. The publication dates and booking deadlines stated in the offer apply. Different terms are only possible after prior enquiry and confirmation by nicko cruises. Cabins for single use are subject to limited availability. The quota may be exhausted at any time. The number of places available for shared cabins and accompanying children at a special price (including free family cabins on VASCO DA GAMA) is also limited.
Special Validity Dates
Special is valid from 1 October 2025 to 30 November 2025 or until sold out/withdrawn.
Cruise Itinerary
Date Port Arrive Depart
12 Feb 2026 Sydney, NSW, Australia Embark Overnight
13 Feb 2026 Sydney, NSW, Australia
14 Feb 2026 At Sea    
15 Feb 2026 At Sea    
16 Feb 2026 At Sea    
17 Feb 2026 Townsville, Queensland, Australia
18 Feb 2026 Cairns, Qld, Australia
19 Feb 2026 At Sea    
20 Feb 2026 At Sea    
21 Feb 2026 At Sea    
22 Feb 2026 Darwin, NT, Australia
23 Feb 2026 At Sea    
24 Feb 2026 At Sea    
25 Feb 2026 Komodo Island, Indonesia
26 Feb 2026 Benoa, Bali, Indonesia Overnight
27 Feb 2026 Benoa, Bali, Indonesia Disembark
16 days | Sydney • Townsville • Cairns • Darwin • Komodo • Bali

Once you've reached the other side of the world, you should get to know it in all its facets! That's why you can explore the east coast of Australia at your leisure and with plenty of stops. The metropolis of Sydney and the much smaller cities of Cairns and Darwin will give you completely different impressions of everyday life Down Under. Your visit to the Great Barrier Reef, where you will get to know this sensitive natural monument, will be extraordinary rather than ordinary. You will also be delighted by Komodo, which is not only known for its underwater world but also - and even more so - for its monitor lizards. Finally, you will head for Bali, one of the undisputed paradises of your cruise on the 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.


Ship Profile & Stats
  • Maiden voyage: 1993
  • Refurbished: 2021
  • Tonnage: 55,820
  • Length: 219 m
  • Beam: 31 m
  • Draft: 7.8 m
  • Passenger capacity (dbl): 1000
Ship Amenities
  • Individual Climate Control
  • Safe
  • Satellite TV
  • Hair Dryer
Ship Facilities
  • Kids' World
  • Sports Area
  • Jogging Track
  • Nightclub
  • Fitness Centre
  • Spa
  • Al Fresco Grill
  • Pool
  • Lido Bar
  • Cappuccino's
  • Club Bistro
  • Hollywood's
  • Photo Gallery
  • Wine Bar
  • Bondi Conference Room
  • Noosa Conference Room
  • Waterfront Restaurant
  • Waterfront Mediterranean
  • The Grill
  • Reading Room
  • Blue Room
  • Captain's Club
  • Shopping Galleria
  • Ocean Bar
  • Sports Lounge
  • Fusion
  • Neptune's Lounge
nicko cruises Schiffsreisen GmbH is one of the most dynamic cruise providers in Germany. In recent years, the company has evolved from a leading river cruise provider with more than 30 years of experience into a well-known provider of small ships with destination-oriented ocean routes. With its fleet, which is as modern as it is comfortable, nicko cruises travels the world’s oceans as well as all domestic waterways and coastal sections that are in demand for tourists. In 2023, the programme includes not only 22 river ships, but also the classic ocean-going vessel VASCO DA GAMA.

With its "time to discover" philosophy, nicko cruises focuses on cruise schedules that are rich in discovery and on intensive travel experiences in the product fields river and ocean. The product features of so-called “slow cruising”, such as small ships and long anchorage times, are combined with emotional moments at nicko cruises. During the cruises, guests always have plenty of time for exploring. Thanks to the large variety of products, everyone will find just the right trip at nicko cruises, individually tailored to their needs. The ships in the fleet are all in the 4 to 5-star category according to German land hotel trade standards. Attractive inland excursions and the varied culinary offers on board round off the travel experience. nicko cruises Schiffsreisen GmbH has its company headquarters in Stuttgart, where it employs roughly 110 highly motivated members of staff.

Atlantic Deck

Boat Deck

Lido Deck

Main Deck

Navigator Deck

Promenade Deck

Sports Deck

Upper Deck

Veranda Deck

16 - Penthouse Suite with Balcony Deck 10
101.7 sqm, maximum occupancy: 4 persons • Large balcony with seating • King-size double bed • Seating area including sofa/bed, can be set up as a double bed • Bathroom with shower, large whirlpool bathtub and hairdryer • Flat-screen TV, phone, safe • air conditioning • minibar/refrigerator in the cabin • Extras for penthouse suite guests:- Welcome fruit bowl, one bottle of wine & water - Laundry - & ironing service - Use of the exclusive Neptune’s Lounge - culinary gem in the evening from the chef - Atlas, binoculars, umbrella & bathrobe for the duration of the cruise as well as towelling slippers.

15 - Suite with Balcony Deck 10
•34.7 sqm, maximum occupancy: 4 persons • Balcony with seating • King size double bed (can be separated into two singles if desired) • Seating area including sofa/bed, can be set up as a double bed • Bathroom with level-access, walk-in shower and hairdryer • Flat-screen TV, phone, safe • Options for preparing coffee/tea • air conditioning • minibar/refrigerator in the cabin • Extras for suite guests (category 15): - Welcome fruit bowl, one bottle of wine & water- Laundry service - Use of the exclusive Neptune's Lounge - culinary gem in the evening from the chef - Atlas, binoculars, umbrella & bathrobe for the duration of the cruise as well as towelling slippers

14 - Outside Cabin with Balcony Deck 9/10
20.9 sqm, maximum occupancy: 3 persons • Balcony with seating • Double bed (can be separated into two singles if desired) • Sofa, can sometimes be set up as a bed•Bathroom with whirlpool bathtub and hairdryer•Flat-screen TV, phone, safe•Options for preparing coffee/tea • air conditioning • Extras for all balcony cabin guests - categories 13 & 14:- Welcome fruit bowl, one bottle of wine & water - Atlas, binoculars, umbrella & bathrobe for the duration of the cruise as well as towelling slippers

13 - Outside Cabin with Balcony Front/Aft Deck 9/10
•20.9 sqm, maximum occupancy: 3 persons • Balcony with seating • Double bed (can be separated into two singles if desired) • Sofa, can sometimes be set up as a bed•Bathroom with whirlpool bathtub and hairdryer • Flat-screen TV, phone, safe • Options for preparing coffee/tea • air conditioning • Extras for all balcony cabin guests – categories 13 & 14:- Welcome fruit bowl, one bottle of wine & water - Atlas, binoculars, umbrella & bathrobe for the duration of the cruise as well as towelling slippers

12 - Outside Cabin with Window Deck 5 / Aft Deck 9
• 17.5 sqm with window, maximum occupancy: 2 persons • Double bed (can be separated into two singles if desired) & seating area • Bathroom with shower or bath tub & hairdryer • Flat-screen TV, phone & safe, air conditioning

11 - Outside Cabin with Window Deck 4
• 17.7 sqm with window, maximum occupancy: 2 persons • Double bed (beds can be separated into two singles if desired) and seating area • Bathroom with level-access, walk in shower & hairdryer • Flat-screen TV, phone & safe, air conditioning

10 - Outside Cabin with Window & Connecting Door (Family) Deck 4
• 17.6 sqm with window, max. occupancy of two connecting cabins:7 persons • Family cabins with connecting door: When booking cabin numbers 4066, 4067, 4074, 4075, 4078, 4079, 4090, 4091, 4154, 4155, 4162, 4163, 4170, 4171, 4178, 4179, 4186 or 4187 with at least three people (at least two of whom are paying full price) you get the connecting cabin free for children under 16 years of age. • Double bed (can be separated into two singles if desired) • Sofa, can partly be set up as a bed/partly as an additional upper bed • Bathroom with level-access, walk-in shower & hairdryer • Flat-screen TV, phone & safe, air conditioning

09 - Outside Cabin with Window Front/Aft Deck 5
• 16.8 sqm with window, maximum occupancy: 3 persons • Double bed (beds can be separated into two singles if desired) • Sofa, can partly be set up as a bed • Bathroom with shower or bath tub & hairdryer • Flat-screen TV, phone & safe, air conditioning

08 - Outside Cabin with Window Front/Aft Deck 4
• 16,4 - 17,7 sqm with window, maximum occupancy: 3 persons • Double bed (can be separated into two singles if desired) • Sofa, can partly be set up as a bed • Bathroom with level-access, walk-in shower & hairdryer • Flat-screen TV, phone & safe, air conditioning

07 - Outside Cabin Promenade Deck with Window Deck 6
• 17.3 - 17.9 sqm with window, maximum occupancy: 2 persons • Double bed (can be separated into two singles if desired) • Sofa, • Bathroom with shower or bath tub & hairdryer • Flat-screen TV, phone & safe, air conditioning

06 - Outside Cabin Promenade Deck with Window Front/Aft Deck 6
• 16.8 - 22 sqm with window, maximum occupancy: 2 persons • Double bed (beds can be separated into two singles if desired) and seating area • Bathroom with shower or bath tub & hairdryer • Flat-screen TV, phone & safe, air conditioning

• 16.8 sqm with window (partially restricted view),maximum occupancy: 2 persons • Double bed (beds can be separated into two singles if desired) and seating area • Bathroom with shower or bath tub & hairdryer • Flat-screen TV, phone & safe, air conditioning

04 - Outside Cabin with Porthole Front Deck 4/5
• 16.0 - 23.7 sqm with porthole, maximum occupancy: 2 persons • Double bed (beds can be separated into two singles if desired) and seating area • Sofa • Bathroom with shower or bath tub & hairdryer • Flat-screen TV, phone & safe, air conditioning

03 - Inside Cabin Deck 4/5/6/9/10
• 16.4 - 20.2 sqm, maximum occupancy:3 persons • Double bed (can be separated into two singles if desired) • Sofa, can partly be set up as a bed/partly as an additional upper bed•Bathroom with shower & hairdryer • Flat-screen TV, phone & safe, air conditioning

02 - Inside Cabin Front/Aft Deck 5/6/9
• 13-21 sqm, maximum occupancy: 4 persons • Double bed (can be separated into two singles if desired) • Sofa, can partly be set up as a bed/partly as an additional upper bed • Bathroom with shower & hairdryer • Flat-screen TV, phone & safe, air conditioning
From

AU $2,790*

per person
*All prices are per person twin share unless stated as solo, triple or quad share.
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