Set off on a voyage back in time through Australia's military history. Cruising the much-loved Vasco da Gama across Sydney-Burnie-Melbourne-Adelaide, you'll discover the little-known history of how close war was to arriving in Australia. Hosted by Stephen Larkins (OAM), Alistair Capp & Ron Lyons.
01 Dec 2019 - Sydney
02 Dec 2019 - At Sea
03 Dec 2019 - Burnie, Tasmania
04 Dec 2019 - Melbourne
05 Dec 2019 - At Sea
06 Dec 2019 - Adelaide
Departure Date: 01 Dec 2019
* Prices shown are per person based on two adults sharing a twin cabin and is inclusive of all discounts and savings.
With an enviable reputation and established following on the international cruise market, the premium 1220 passenger Vasco da Gama joined the Cruise & Maritime Voyages fleet in April 2019. Combining beautiful, contemporary decor with a more traditional cruise style, Vasco da Gama is small to mid-size, by comparison with the new mega-ships carrying up to 6000 passengers, and is a wonderful new addition to the CMV fleet.
These twin/double bedded cabins all offer private en-suite facilities with shower plus ample hanging and storage space. They are located on Main Deck 5 and Verandah Deck 9. Some of these cabins have a sofa-bed for a third occupant and some offer an upper fourth berth.
Located on Main Deck 5, Promenade Deck 6 and Verandah Deck 9, these cabins offer private en-suite facilities with bath and shower over plus ample hanging and storage space. Some cabins on Main Deck 5 and Verandah Deck 9 have a third and/or fourth berth.
Located aft on Navigator’s Deck 10, the highest accommodation deck, there are 20 twin/double bedded Premium cabins with private balconies. They offer en-suite facilities with whirlpool bath and shower over, wardrobe, ample storage space and a fridge. Some of these cabins have a sofa-bed for a third occupant.
All passengers must hold comprehensive travel insurance valid for the entire duration of the cruise and provides cover for cruising, health including pre-existing conditions and medical repatriation.Insurance not required for an in-port cruise. Medicare, New Zealand ACC and Private Health Cover are void onboard the ship. International medical charges apply on board.
Casual during the day and whilst ashore. No formal nights on cruises of 4 nights or less, one formal night for cruises 5-7 nights, two formal nights on cruises of 10-19 nights, one formal night every 7 nights on voyages of 20+ nights. For formal evenings gentlemen are requested to wear long trousers, collared shirt, suit or jacket and tie. Ladies may we aran evening outfit. On ‘informal’ evenings a collared shirt and long pants are suggested for men whilst ladies may choose to wear a smart dress or pants and top. Singlets, t-shirt, thongs, shorts not permitted in main restaurants at night. Casual wear permitted in Club Bistro. Swimming attire is not permitted inside lounges/bars/restaurant areas.
These are NOT Included (unless pre-paid Additions Package is purchased) and will be added daily to passenger’s onboard account. Rates: AU$12.00 pp per night (or AU$10.00 pp per night for cruises longer than 11 nights duration).
Government issued photo identification (passport or driver’s license) is required when cruising in Australian waters. Children under 16 may travel on a Medicare card or student ID card.
Vasco da Gama has 9 accessible cabins (with shower) and 6 wheelchair-accessible cabins which are subject to availability at the time of request. Cruise & Maritime Voyages must be notified of wheelchair usage and/or any special needs at time of booking
Travel at 60 and supplier booking conditions apply.
All passengers must hold comprehensive travel insurance valid for the entire duration of the cruise and provides cover for cruising, health including pre-existing conditions and medical repatriation.Insurance not required for an in-port cruise. Medicare, New Zealand ACC and Private Health Cover are void onboard the ship. International medical charges apply on board.
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