Central America Cruise aboard Vasco da Gama
About this cruise
Embark on a 14-day cruise in Central America, starting from Puerto Vallarta and sailing to Willemstad on the Vasco da Gama ship. Visit stunning destinations in Mexico, Guatemala, El Salvador, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Aruba, and Curaçao during your journey.
Day 2: Sea day.
Day 3: Zihuatanejo (Guerrero), Mexico. Arrival time: 07:00. Departure time: 16:00. Duration of port stay: 9 hours. The small fishing village of Zihuatanejo is located in a picturesque bay and is surrounded by beautiful beaches. Its peaceful environment and narrow cobblestone streets are reminiscent of old Mexico. It was founded by Indians and became a trading center and refuge for pirates and buccaneers in the 16th century. Today, the village represents an interesting contrast to the luxurious resort of Xtapa, located just a few kilometers away. Xtapa was designed by renowned architects and landscape planners, and is situated on a fine sandy bay. Here, hardly any building is older than 20 years. Luxurious hotels are surrounded by.
Day 4: Sea day.
Day 5: Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala. Arrival time: 13:00. Departure time: 22:00. Duration of port stay: 9 hours. The Pacific port of Puerto Quetzal is located about 2 hours south of the capital city of Guatemala City and is named after the Quetzal bird, the national bird of the Central American country. The place is the starting point for excursions inland, followi.
Day 6: Acajutla, El Salvador. Arrival time: 06:00. Departure time: 14:00. Duration of port stay: 8 hours. Acajutla is located in the southwest of El Salvador, a country of volcanic origin. The city houses one of the country`s most important seaports. In the nearby area, you will find the Mayan ruins o.
Day 7: San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua. Arrival time: 09:00. Departure time: 19:00. Duration of port stay: 10 hours. In the idyllic town on the Pacific coast of Nicaragua, approximately 17,000 people live. In addition to many visitors from all over the world, San Juan del Sur and the coastal area are also very popular among the locals. The excellent weather conditions for surfers and the impressive white beaches are particularly attractive reasons to visit the fishing village. From a statue of Jesus, located.
Day 8: Puerto Caldera, Costa Rica. Arrival time: 08:00. Departure time: 21:00. Duration of port stay: 13 hours. Puerto Caldera, a few miles south of Puntarenas, is Costa Rica`s main Pacific freight and cruise port. The starting point for excursions into the interior also offers numerous shops, r.
Day 9: Sea day.
Day 10: Cologne, Panama. Arrival time: 18:00. Departure time: 19:00. Duration of port stay: 1 hours. Colon is the capital of the province of Colon and the second largest city in Panama. As a free trade zone, Colon is an important economic location. The cathedral and the statues along the promenad.
Day 11: Cartagena, Colombia. Arrival time: 13:00. Departure time: 23:30. Duration of port stay: 10 hours 30 minutes. Cartagena was founded in 1533 by Pedro de Heredias, a Spaniard and companion of Columbus, as a military port. The old town and the port are therefore protected as historical monuments and have been part of the World Heritage since 1984. Due to the booming trade in gold from Peru, silver from Bolivia, and emeralds from Muzo, the city developed very quickly and splendidly. Today, mainly oil, coffee, and platinum are exported, and the city has established itself as one of the most beautiful colonial cities in South America. Attracti.
Day 12: Sea day.
Day 13: Oranjestad, Aruba. Arrival time: 07:00. Departure time: 23:00. Duration of port stay: 16 hours. Oranjestad is the capital of Aruba, the smallest of the ABC Islands and closest to Venezuela. Oranjestad is a lively small city with many shopping galleries and restaurants. The new houses imitate the old colonial style in a somewhat flashy and colorful way, sometimes resembling a Caribbean Disneyland. Here you will find the beautiful Schooner Harbor, where a daily market takes place. The Zoutman Fort, the oldest building on the island, houses the Historical Museum. Every Tuesday, a mini-festival with music takes place in the courtyard, providing insight into the island`s culture. Also worth visiting are the Archaeological Museum, the Geological Museum, and the Numismatic Museum. Oranjestad is known for its good shopping opportunities, with the widest selection in Caya Betico Croes shopping street. Aruba is the most developed tourist destination. Passengers are attracted by the duty-free luxury items offered in Oranjestad, spend a day at the beach, or immerse themselves in the nightlife in one of the island`s many casinos. The main beach of the island, a beautiful 12-kilometer-long sandy beach lined with palm trees and upscale to luxur.
Day 14: Willemstad, Curacao. Arrival time: 07:00. Willemstad is the capital of Curaçao, the largest island of the ABC Islands and has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1997. The city is divided into two parts by the harbor entrance, which are connected by the famous Emma Bridge. Worth seeing is the floating market with sailors and schooners from South America, who offer fish, vegetables, fruits, and even monkeys directly from the ship. Other attractions include Fort Amsterdam, built in the 17th century, the Curaçao Museum with old furniture, and the Mikve Israel-Emanuel Synagogue from 1732, the oldest synagogue in the Western hemisphere. The Dutch colonial-style houses in.
Cabin Prices
The cruise price at the top of the page (2.699€) is listed for the accommodation of one person in a double cabin. To get the total cabin cost, multiply this price by two. All subsequent prices are listed for the entire cabin and do not require additional multiplication.
All prices presented on this website are approximate and do not constitute a public offer. For precise price information, please contact the service provider.
Single Cabin Price
| Cruise Date | Interior Cabin | Ocean View Cabin | Balcony Cabin | Suite |
| 10/03/2024 - 23/03/2024 | 3.110€ | 4.260€ | 5.060€ | 11.050€ |
Double Cabin Price
| Cruise Date | Interior Cabin | Ocean View Cabin | Balcony Cabin | Suite |
| 10/03/2024 - 23/03/2024 | 5.400€ | 7.400€ | 10.400€ | 15.200€ |
Cabin Price for Two Adults with One Child
| Cruise Date | Interior Cabin | Ocean View Cabin | Balcony Cabin | Suite |
| 10/03/2024 - 23/03/2024 | 6.440€ | 8.440€ | 11.440€ | 16.240€ |
Cruise Route
Day 1: Puerto Vallarta (Jalisco), Mexico. Departure time: 23:30. This romantic city on the Mexican Riviera with its palm-lined beaches and jungle-like vegetation offers pure relaxation. Long beaches extend to the north of the city, while dreamy coves in the south invite you to swim, snorkel, and dive. Even Liz Taylor settled here.Day 2: Sea day.
Day 3: Zihuatanejo (Guerrero), Mexico. Arrival time: 07:00. Departure time: 16:00. Duration of port stay: 9 hours. The small fishing village of Zihuatanejo is located in a picturesque bay and is surrounded by beautiful beaches. Its peaceful environment and narrow cobblestone streets are reminiscent of old Mexico. It was founded by Indians and became a trading center and refuge for pirates and buccaneers in the 16th century. Today, the village represents an interesting contrast to the luxurious resort of Xtapa, located just a few kilometers away. Xtapa was designed by renowned architects and landscape planners, and is situated on a fine sandy bay. Here, hardly any building is older than 20 years. Luxurious hotels are surrounded by.
Day 4: Sea day.
Day 5: Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala. Arrival time: 13:00. Departure time: 22:00. Duration of port stay: 9 hours. The Pacific port of Puerto Quetzal is located about 2 hours south of the capital city of Guatemala City and is named after the Quetzal bird, the national bird of the Central American country. The place is the starting point for excursions inland, followi.
Day 6: Acajutla, El Salvador. Arrival time: 06:00. Departure time: 14:00. Duration of port stay: 8 hours. Acajutla is located in the southwest of El Salvador, a country of volcanic origin. The city houses one of the country`s most important seaports. In the nearby area, you will find the Mayan ruins o.
Day 7: San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua. Arrival time: 09:00. Departure time: 19:00. Duration of port stay: 10 hours. In the idyllic town on the Pacific coast of Nicaragua, approximately 17,000 people live. In addition to many visitors from all over the world, San Juan del Sur and the coastal area are also very popular among the locals. The excellent weather conditions for surfers and the impressive white beaches are particularly attractive reasons to visit the fishing village. From a statue of Jesus, located.
Day 8: Puerto Caldera, Costa Rica. Arrival time: 08:00. Departure time: 21:00. Duration of port stay: 13 hours. Puerto Caldera, a few miles south of Puntarenas, is Costa Rica`s main Pacific freight and cruise port. The starting point for excursions into the interior also offers numerous shops, r.
Day 9: Sea day.
Day 10: Cologne, Panama. Arrival time: 18:00. Departure time: 19:00. Duration of port stay: 1 hours. Colon is the capital of the province of Colon and the second largest city in Panama. As a free trade zone, Colon is an important economic location. The cathedral and the statues along the promenad.
Day 11: Cartagena, Colombia. Arrival time: 13:00. Departure time: 23:30. Duration of port stay: 10 hours 30 minutes. Cartagena was founded in 1533 by Pedro de Heredias, a Spaniard and companion of Columbus, as a military port. The old town and the port are therefore protected as historical monuments and have been part of the World Heritage since 1984. Due to the booming trade in gold from Peru, silver from Bolivia, and emeralds from Muzo, the city developed very quickly and splendidly. Today, mainly oil, coffee, and platinum are exported, and the city has established itself as one of the most beautiful colonial cities in South America. Attracti.
Day 12: Sea day.
Day 13: Oranjestad, Aruba. Arrival time: 07:00. Departure time: 23:00. Duration of port stay: 16 hours. Oranjestad is the capital of Aruba, the smallest of the ABC Islands and closest to Venezuela. Oranjestad is a lively small city with many shopping galleries and restaurants. The new houses imitate the old colonial style in a somewhat flashy and colorful way, sometimes resembling a Caribbean Disneyland. Here you will find the beautiful Schooner Harbor, where a daily market takes place. The Zoutman Fort, the oldest building on the island, houses the Historical Museum. Every Tuesday, a mini-festival with music takes place in the courtyard, providing insight into the island`s culture. Also worth visiting are the Archaeological Museum, the Geological Museum, and the Numismatic Museum. Oranjestad is known for its good shopping opportunities, with the widest selection in Caya Betico Croes shopping street. Aruba is the most developed tourist destination. Passengers are attracted by the duty-free luxury items offered in Oranjestad, spend a day at the beach, or immerse themselves in the nightlife in one of the island`s many casinos. The main beach of the island, a beautiful 12-kilometer-long sandy beach lined with palm trees and upscale to luxur.
Day 14: Willemstad, Curacao. Arrival time: 07:00. Willemstad is the capital of Curaçao, the largest island of the ABC Islands and has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1997. The city is divided into two parts by the harbor entrance, which are connected by the famous Emma Bridge. Worth seeing is the floating market with sailors and schooners from South America, who offer fish, vegetables, fruits, and even monkeys directly from the ship. Other attractions include Fort Amsterdam, built in the 17th century, the Curaçao Museum with old furniture, and the Mikve Israel-Emanuel Synagogue from 1732, the oldest synagogue in the Western hemisphere. The Dutch colonial-style houses in.