Nicko River Cruises 2022

River Cruises

2022

Newspaper Post - February 2022

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2022

Danube

Majestic river, royal cities, unique countryside

Cruising along the Danube in Easter

On board nickoVision & visiting Passau, Vienna, Budapest & Bratislava DATE LOCATION

ARR

11 Apr

17:00

Passau

DEP

12 Apr Ybbs 06:00 12:00

Vienna 20:30

EXCURSION OPTIONS Flight to Munich. Transfer to Passau & embarkation between 1600 - 1700hrs Visit to Maria Taferl, one of the most significant Pilgrimage sites in Lower Austria and its impressive Basilica or visit to the imposing hydroelectric power station Ybbs-Persenbeug.

Cruise through the UNESCO World Heritage Wachau.

Heuriger excursion to a rustic Viennese wine bar or evening excursion to the famous Prater and ride on the Ferris wheel, one of the best-known landmarks in Vienna.

13 Apr Vienna 9:00 City tour/walk (included in excursion package) through the traditional city on the

Danube Vienna, with St Stephen’s Cathedral, Hofburg and the ring road. Then, there’s

time to make your own discoveries. Excursion to the charming Biedermeer city of Baden or actively experience Vienna on a bicycle tour or enjoy Vienna from lofty heights

on an exclusive helicopter ride.

14 Apr Budapest 12:00

City tour / walk (included in excursion package) through glamorous Budapest with its impressive buildings. Excursion ‘Budapest at night’ with Hungarian music or trip on the river rider bus.

15 Apr Budapest 14:00 Exciting Puszta tour with a traditional riding demonstration or city walk ‘Budapest impressions’ and a ride on the oldest underground on the European continent or actively

experience Budapest on a bicycle tour.

16 Apr Bratislava 08:00 14:00

Bratislava city tour (included in the excursions package) through the lovingly restored alleys of the old town and a trip to the castle, the city’s landmark. Then, time to make your own discoveries.

17 Apr

Melk

07:30

Visit to the imposing Benedictine Melk Abbey (including in the excursions package).

18 Apr

Passau

07:30

13:30

Disembarkation until 0930hrs. Transfer to hotel for check in.

Day at leisure & overnight.

19 Apr

Transfer to airport & return flight to Malta Excursions marked in Red are only bookable on board.

Reservations are subject to availability and the weather conditions on the day of the excursion.

11 - 19 April SPECTACULAR METROPOLISES Bustling metropolises, beautiful countryside and a completely new river experience! On this cruise you’ll experience the popular Danube metropolises with all the modern comforts and refined elegance. Between the UNESCO World Heritage Wachau and Hungarian capital Budapest, a journey full of cultural highlights awaits you. Arrange your very own personal dream river cruise on nickoVISION: three restaurants on board guarantee variety throughout your entire cruise.

nickoVISION With its innovative design and a completely new onboard concept, the 2018 Riverboat of the Year offers a new standard on the river. A ship for everyone who previously found river cruises "dusty". For everyone who do not want to decide in the morning where and what they eat in the evening. For everyone who prefers spontaneous experiences and individual enjoyment on holiday. From the outside, the large glass surfaces and the striking lines of the river cruiser are immediately noticeable. Inside, the modernity and lightness of the overall concept is expressed in the light-flooded, elegant interior.

Cabin Information Light colours and modern design with optimal use of space – a lot of heart and soul was invested in the equipment of the 14m2 outside cabins. On the middle and upper deck, the French balconies that can be opened ensure the best views. There are non-openable windows on the main deck. In the bathroom you will find convenient storage space and of course there is enough space in the wardrobe. The equipment also includes individually adjustable air conditioning, radio, telephone, satellite TV, shower/toilet, hair dryer, refrigerator and safe.

The currency on board is Euro. When on board, credit/ debit cards or cash may be used to settle for all purchases.

French Balcony Cabin

Important facts at a glance Onboard languages: German & English Capacity: 220 Passengers Crew: 54 Members Length: 135m Broad: 11.45m Draft: 1.6m Voltage: 220V

single

twin

MAIN DECk

middle DECk

upper DECk

cat hd

cat Md

cat Od

€1549

€1849

€2099

middle DECk

upper DECk

cat hd

cat Md

cat Od

€2199

€2649

€3049

2-bed

MAIN DECk 2-bed

with french balcony with french balcony

with french balcony with french balcony

Price per person includes: • Return Airmalta flights to Munich including 23kg luggage & hand luggage • Transfers airport/river/ hotel/airport • 7 nights Danube river cruise on full board basis • 1 night hotel accommodation post cruise on bed & breakfast basis • Use of on board facilities • Tour Manager (subject to minimum number reached) • Protection by the Insolvency

Not Included: • Beverage package whilst on the cruise at €190 per person • Recommended Gratuities at €10 per person per day • Excursion Package (not marked in Red) at €140 per person • Travel Insurance (highly recommended)

Rhein

Endless variety and beauty

A Sea of Flowers for the Senses

Spring in Holland - Tulip Rhein River Cruise DATE LOCATION 24 Apr

ARR

Cologne

DEP

EXCURSION OPTIONS

16:00

Flight to Dusseldorf. Transfer to Cologne for embarkation between1500hrs - 1600hrs.

25 Apr Amsterdam 08:00

Excursion to the famous Keukenhof (included in excursion package), the largest flower garden in the world. ‘Highlights of Amsterdam’ excursion (included in excursion package) to well-known sights and a Canal cruise past the typical merchant houses.

26 Apr

Cruise across Markermeer and Lake Ijssel Guided tour of Enkhuizen and visit to the. open-air museum

Amsterdam Enkhuizen 13:30

08:00 22:00

27 Apr Rotterdam 12:00 22:00

City tour/walk through modern Rotterdam with its futuristic Buildings. (included in excursion package)

28 Apr Nijmegen 07:00 14:30

Guided tour through the welcoming Time afterwards to make your own discoveries.

29 Apr

Disembarkation at 0900hrs. Transfer to hotel. Time at leisure & Overnight.

Cologne

08:00

30 Apr

Hanseatic

city

of

Nijmegen.

Free time in the morning for some last-minute shopping and sight seeing.

Transfer to airport and return flight to Malta.

Excursions marked in Red are only bookable on board.

Reservations are subject to availability and the weather conditions on the day of the excursion.

24 – 30 April Spring in Holland Tulips? Holland! Come with us and see for yourself: spring in the Keukenhof flower park is when the flowers blossom and grow in all shapes and colours. A visit to Amsterdam is, of course, part of the programme, with a round trip along the famous canals past the traditional town houses. The region of Northern Holland is principally known for its idyllic nature and is home to the typical windmills. The large expanse of inland water at Markermeer and Lake Ijssel will be a great addition to your cruise experience. Rotterdam and its gigantic seaport and the tranquil Nijmegen contribute their own part to this cruise for all the senses.

Modern meets comfort on board our MS RHEIN MELODIE. This luxurious riverboat with the highest design standards extends over 132 meters in length. No matter where you are on this ship, large panorama windows open up a grandiose river cinema. The kitchen on board is also terrific. Culinary delights are offered daily, which make the heart of the Crusader beat faster.

MS Rhine Melodie On MS Rhein Melodie you can expect bright rooms and plenty of space for your dream river trip. The large panoramic windows guarantee the best vies of the passing shore landscape and the spacious sun deck invites you to relax. In the spacious cabins, you can recharge your batteries for new discoveries along the great river. You will be served exquisite specialities in the panorama restaurant, while the bar in the panorama salon invites you to a fine drop.

Cabin Information The cabins are stylishly and comfortably furnished with individually adjustable air conditioning / heating, shower / WC, satellite TV, telephone, hairdryer and safe. The cabins are approximately 14.5m2. On the upper deck, the cabins have openable floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows (French Balcony). The cabins on the middle deck have large panoramic windows that you can open.

The main deck aft cabins are approximately 11.5m2 in size, have non-opening viewing window and are all equipped with a folding bed and a sofa bed.

The currency on board is Euro. When on board, credit/debit cards or cash may be used to settle for all purchases.

French Balcony Cabin

Important facts at a glance Onboard languages: German & English Capacity: 196 Passengers Crew: 40 Members Length: 132m Broad: 11.4m Draft: 2m Voltage: 220V

MAIN DECk

MAIN DECk

cat hX

cat hD

single twin

2-bed - AFT

€1199 €1699

with openable window

€1299 €1849

€1399 €2049

upper deck aft upper deck front

cat MX

upper deck

with french balcony

with french balcony

with french balcony

€1599 €2349

€1649 €2449

€1699 €2549

cat oX

single twin

middle deck

2-bed

cat ov

cat OD

Price per person includes: • Return flights Malta – Dusseldorf / Cologne – Malta including 20kg luggage & hand luggage • Return transfers airport/ river/hotel/airport • 5 nights Rhein River cruise on board MS Rhein Melodie on full board basis • 1 night hotel accommodation in Cologne on bed & breakfast basis • Use of on board facilities • Tour Manager (subject to

minimum number reached) • Protection by the Insolvency Not Included: • Beverage package whilst on the cruise at €140 per person • Recommended Gratuities at €10 per person per day • Excursion Package (not marked in Red) at €174 per person • Travel Insurance (highly recommended)

Douro

Through the home of port and into the capital city

On the Douro through Portugal

Through the home of port & into the capital city of Lisbon DATE LOCATION

ARR

DEP

EXCURSION OPTIONS

06 Jul

Porto

Flight to Porto. Transfer to hotel for check in and overnight.

07 Jul

Porto

Hotel check out & embarkation between 1700hrs – 1900hrs.

08 Jul Porto 14:30

Caldas de Aregos 19:00 09 Jul

Caldas de Aregos

07:00

Pinhao 11:00

10 Jul

Pinhao 08:00 Barca d’Alva / 14:00 Vega Terron

11 Jul

Barca d’Alva / 18:00 Vega Terron Pocinho 20:00

12 Jul

Pocinho

Regua Porto

Guided tour (included in excursion package) through the tranquil city of Pinhao with a visit to the famous railway station adorned with blue and white tiles. Vista to a traditional Quinta (vineyard) with lunch Excursion (included in excursion package) to the magnificent, baroque Mateus Palace in Vila Real with its beautiful, park-like gardens.

Excursion to Castelo Rodrigo (included in excursion package), one of the historical parishes in Portugal, with its historic castle ruins.

Day trip to the Spanish University town of Salamanca with its Imperative cathedral and Plaza Mayor (include lunch).

07:00

Regua 14:30

13 Jul

City tour /walk (included in excursion package) through port wine’s namesake. Porto with wine tasting in a wine cellar.

Excursion to the pilgrim city of Lamego (included in excursion package) with its impressive flight of stairs and the Gothic cathedral.

07:00

14:00

Excursion to the ‘Cradle of the Nation of Portugal’ Guimaraes.

14 Jul

Porto

Disembarkation at 0900hrs. Transfer to Lisbon & hotel check in.

15 Jul

Lisbon

Free day in Lisbon for sight-seeing.

16 Jul

Lisbon

Transfer to airport and return flight to Malta Excursions marked in Red are only bookable on board.

Reservations are subject to availability and the weather conditions on the day of the excursion.

06 – 16 July The most spectacular wine-growing region in the world The Douro Valley is characterised by it steep slopes and stunning wine terraces. With good reason it has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. On this cruise, you can explore the beauty of Porto’s architecture and travel back to the Middle Ages in the charming cities of the Portuguese hinterland. In the Spanish city of Salamanca, a ‘living museum’, you can practically touch history in the form of centuries-old buildings. At the end of the cruise, you visit Lisbon; a modern metropolis with historical charm.

MS Douro Queen Welcome on-board MS DOURO QUEEN. This is where you’ll get the best views! Relax on the sun deck and enjoy the beautiful countryside of the Douro Valley with its wine terraces and then take a refreshing dip in the swimming pool on deck to cool off. Comfort on board is paramount. The stylishly furnished cabins have a private balcony with seating options on the upper deck. In the cosy restaurant, enjoy excellent national and international cuisine as well as fine wines from this world-famous wine region.

Cabin Information All cabins are outside cabins and feature an open-air balcony on the upper deck. The main deck cabins have large, non-opening panoramic windows. All cabins are approx. 15m² in size (including balcony area on upper deck cabins) and have a shower/WC, individually adjustable air conditioning, hairdryer, safe and Satellite TV. The main deck aft cabins are approx. 14m² in size.

In front of cabins 100-107 and 300-307 there is a small landing in the cabin aisle with two steps.

The currency on board is Euro. When on board, credit/debit cards or cash may be used to settle for all purchases.

French Balcony Cabin

Important facts at a glance Onboard languages: German & English Capacity: 130 Passengers Crew: 30 Members Length: 78m Broad: 11.4m Draft: 1.5m Voltage: 220V

MAIN DECk

MAIN DECk

cat hX

cat hD

single twin

2-bed - AFT

€1899 €2999

€1999 €3149

UPPER DECK

UPPER DECK

cat OX

cat OD

AFT W/BALCONY

single twin

2-bed

€2399 €3899

WITH BALCONY

€2599 €4099

Price per person includes: • Return Ryan air flights Malta – Porto / Lisbon – Malta including 20kg luggage & hand luggage • Transfers airport/hotel/ port/hotel/airport • 7 nights Duoro River cruise on full board basis on board MS Duoro Queen • 1 night accommodation precruise in Porto on BB Basis • 2 nights accommodation post cruise in Lisbon on BB Basis • Use of on-board facilities • Tour Manager (subject to

minimum number reached) • Protection by Insolvency Not Included: • Beverage package whilst on the cruise at €190 per person • Recommended Gratuities at €10 per person per day • Excursion Package (not marked in Red) at €164 per person • Travel Insurance (highly recommended)

Introducing Nicko River Cruises On the most beautiful river cruises in the world For 30 years, the nicko brand has been synonymous with unforgettable river travel experiences with top service and a personal touch at the best value for money. Nicko’s promise to the guests is expressed in the slogan: Small ships. Great experiences.

A stay on nicko cruises river cruise ship is an experience in itself. Enjoy the comfort, the personal atmosphere and the ever-changing views out onto the riverside landscape passing by. In all travel areas, the ship standards can be to 4 to 5-star category hotels ashore. All cabins are outside cabins, so you can always have a view of the river cinema. No matter where you are travelling, English is always spoken on Nicko ships. On almost all ships, you are served in style at lunchtimes and evenings with multi-course menus at the table, sometimes varied with themed buffets to match the cruise route.

Wonderful views. Comfortable atmosphere.

In the spacious public areas, you will find enough seating to be sociable and enough space if you want time on your own. Out on the sun decks with deckchairs and awnings, you have the most beautiful view of the water and the surroundings. In the Panorama Restaurant, Nicko offer culinary delights combined with spectacular views. On many ships, the small but excellent wellness areas invite you to relax. And if you want to spend a few moments on your own, you will find retreats and resting places in reading corners or libraries.

Which cabin best suits your needs?

Do you anticipate spending most of your time away from your cabin? In that case, the main deck on almost most ships is the cheapest category.

Amenities, size and therefore comfort are mostly the same as those on the upper decks; however, the windows cannot be opened and are often smaller.

Do you want to enjoy beautiful view from your cabin and do you love to feel the fresh wind on your face?

Then the middle and upper deck cabins are your best choice. You have large panoramic windows that you can open, often floor-to-ceiling windows - called a French balcony – or even your own private balcony.

Clear lines, bright colours and modern fabrics create a pleasant, understatedly luxurious feel-good atmosphere.

Plenty of enjoyment but keeping things in perspective – the new beverage package You can prebook your beverage package in advance or on board. Keep full control of your expenses and enjoy any of the following without limitations, from 0900hrs to midnight.

• House wine by the glass • Sparkling house wine by the glass • Draft and bottled beers, non-alcoholic beer • Cocktails and long drinks • All non-alcoholic house beverages • Water provided in cabins and on daily excursions offered by the ship • All coffee specialities (alcohol-free) • Hot chocolate and tea Beverage packages can only be booked for the entire duration of the cruise and for all persons sharing same cabin. Contents of the minibar are not included.

Tel: 2277 6000 Valletta | Paola | Birkirkara

www.smsmondial.com.mt