Immerse yourself into the rich Dutch culture, with its open expanses of water and warm-hearted people. Discover the many charming towns between the Rhine, Waal, IJssel and North Sea. Enjoy all the modern comforts of nickoSPIRIT as you sail through the polder landscapes. As a result of its innovative design, nickoSPIRIT is perfect for small ports that bigger ships cannot access. Of course, the typical Dutch windmills await you along the route as an ideal photo motif.
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A Warm Welcome to the Netherlands Cruise-Only prices include:
• 7 night cruise aboard the modern river cruise ship, nickoSpirit, round trip from Cologne
• All shipboard main meals
• Welcome and Farewell reception
• Festive gala dinner onboard
• Excursion package with four excursions included – Amsterdam, Enkhuizen, Kampen, Arnhem (valued at EUR 154 per person)^
• The services of a Nicko cruise director and local tour guides
• A bi-lingual departure with English-speaking service on board and excursions
• Comfortable Sennheiser Audio system is used on all excursions
• Entertainment programme
• All port and government charges
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DISCOUNTS:
A range of earlybird and combination discounts may be available on this cruise. Please contact us for your current best offer and availability. All rates shown are in Euros per person twin share based on full brochure fare. Single supplements apply.
^Included Shore Tours: Nicko Cruises guarantee that the excursions will be carried out in English provided at least 1 person has booked the excursion package in advance. It is therefore strongly recommends guests to book the package in advance. For other excursions the minimum number of pax is between 20 and 25 pax (depending on the excursion).
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BEVERAGE PACKAGE*:
For an additional cost you may include a beverage package in your cruise. Please advise your consultant at time of booking.
River Cruise Beverage Package: priced from EUR 203 per person includes:
• House wine by the glass (white, rose and red)
• 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 the cabins and on daily excursions
• All coffee specialities (alcohol-free)
• Hot chocolate and tea
Special Conditions
Special Validity Dates
Cruise Itinerary
| Date | Activity | Arrive | Depart |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07 Jun 2024 | Cologne, Germany |
04:00 PM | |
| 08 Jun 2024 | Amsterdam, The Netherlands |
09:00 AM | Overnight |
| 09 Jun 2024 | Amsterdam, The Netherlands |
08:00 AM | |
| 09 Jun 2024 | Enkhuizen, Holland |
01:30 PM | Overnight |
| 10 Jun 2024 | Enkhuizen, Holland |
05:00 AM | |
| 10 Jun 2024 | Kampen, Holland |
09:00 AM | Overnight |
| 11 Jun 2024 | Kampen, Holland |
08:00 AM | |
| 11 Jun 2024 | Deventer, Holland |
12:30 PM | Overnight |
| 12 Jun 2024 | Deventer, Holland |
02:00 PM | |
| 12 Jun 2024 | Zutphen |
04:00 PM | Overnight |
| 13 Jun 2024 | Zutphen |
04:00 AM | |
| 13 Jun 2024 | Arnhem, Holland |
08:00 AM | 02:00 PM |
| 14 Jun 2024 | Cologne, Germany |
08:00 AM |
All itineraries and ports of call at the discretion of the cruise line subject to local weather conditions and may change without notice.
7 Night Cruise sailing from Cologne roundtrip aboard nickoSpirit.
Vast plains, water all around, warm-hearted people – immerse yourself in the culture of the Netherlands on this cruise. Enjoy the hustle and bustle of life in the metropolis of Amsterdam. Get to know Germany’s western neighbour better and explore with us the many, charming small towns between the Rhine, Waal, Ijssel and the North Sea. On our nickoSPIRIT, glide along through the vast polder landscapes, enjoying a high level of comfort. Thanks to its innovative design, our new ship is perfect for smaller ports that are not navigable by other ships. Of course, you’ll find the typical Dutch windmills on the banks, the ideal subject matter for your photo motif.
Highlights of this cruise:
Cologne
Cologne is situated on the river Rhein in North Rhine-Westphalia and is the fourth largest city in Germany. It is one of the nation’s media, tourism and business hotspots.
Cologne Cathedral (German: Kolner Dom) is the city’s most famous monument and the Cologne residents’ most respected landmark. It is a Gothic church, started in 1248, and completed in 1880. In 1996, it was designated a World Heritage site; it houses the Shrine of the Three Kings that supposedly contains the relics of the Three Magi. Also worth seeing are the city’s twelve Romanesque churches. These buildings are outstanding examples of medieval church architecture. The origins of some of the churches go back as far as Roman times.
Cologne has several museums. The famous Roman-Germanic Museum features art and architecture from the city’s distant past; the Museum Ludwig houses one of the most important collections of modern art in Europe, including a Picasso collection matched only by the museums in Barcelona and Paris. The Schnutgen Museum of religious art is housed in St. Cecilia, one of Cologne’s Twelve Romanesque churches.
Amsterdam
Amsterdam, the capital of The Netherlands is built around a concentric network of canals spanned by over 1000 bridges making canal cruises one of the most attractive ways of viewing the city. Many of the houses date back to the 17th century. These narrow-fronted merchants’ houses are characterised by the traditionally Dutch ornamented gables.
The oldest part of the city is Nieuwmarkt, located near the first canals – Herengracht, Prinsengracht and Keizersgracht – built to protect the city against invasion in the 17th century. Today, Amsterdam’s famous liberalism has survived in the city’s ‘coffee shops and thriving sex industry.
The city has also long been a centre of diamond cutting and it is still possible to see diamond cutters at work. Amsterdam has a booming cultural life, boasting 53 museums, 61 art galleries, 12 concert halls and 20 theatre. A special canal boat (the ‘museum boat’) links 16 of the major museums. In the local countryside it is still possible to see working windmills. There are annual events such as the Amsterdam Arts Week and the Holland Festival.
Enkhuizen
Enkhuizen is a municipality and a town in the Netherlands, in the province of North Holland and the region of West-Frisia. It boasts a strong maritime tradition and has one of the largest marinas of the Netherlands. It is also the location of the Zuiderzeemuseum, an open-air museum reflecting life in the villages around the Zuiderzee throughout history. Most of the buildings in the museum come from other locations in the Netherlands, such as Purmerend and Amsterdam.
Tourism is one of the most important businesses in Enkhuizen. Large parts of the inner city are still intact. This includes two magnificent 15th century churches, the largely intact 17th century city walls, gates and tower and the 17th century city hall.
Do you want a ship with a new on-board concept and innovative design? Welcome on board our nickoSPIRIT. The newest ship in our fleet the ideal size for cruises on the Rhine, Main and Moselle and combines everything the modern cruise traveller wants: spontaneous enjoyment in one of three restaurants; a light-flooded interior that comes with plenty of room for individuality; and modern cabins with a lowerable panoramic front. The spacious wellness and fitness area with a sauna and whirlpool also offers relaxation and well-being.
Ship Profile & Stats
- Length: 110 m
- Passenger Capacity (dbl): 170
Ship Amenities
- Satellite TV
Ship Facilities
- 3 Restaurants
- Wellness Area
- Fitness Area
- Sauna
- Whirlpool
- Panorama Lounge
- Bar
- Sun Deck
- Library
- Souvenir Shop
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.
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2 Bed Middle Deck Aft with French Balcony
Light colours and modern design with optimal use of space: a lot of passion was invested in equipping the approx. 14 m² outside cabins. The results could easily rival any first-class hotel room. The double beds can be separated into two singles if required. The lowerable panoramic fronts on the middle and upper decks ensure you get the best views. The windows on the main deck cannot be opened. In the bathroom, you’ll find convenient storage shelves. Of course, you’ll also have plenty of space in the wardrobe for your clothes.
Light colours and modern design with optimal use of space: a lot of passion was invested in equipping the approx. 14 m² outside cabins. The results could easily rival any first-class hotel room. The double beds can be separated into two singles if required. The lowerable panoramic fronts on the middle and upper decks ensure you get the best views. The windows on the main deck cannot be opened. In the bathroom, you’ll find convenient storage shelves. Of course, you’ll also have plenty of space in the wardrobe for your clothes.
Light colours and modern design with optimal use of space: a lot of passion was invested in equipping the approx. 14 m² outside cabins. The results could easily rival any first-class hotel room. The double beds can be separated into two singles if required. The lowerable panoramic fronts on the middle and upper decks ensure you get the best views. The windows on the main deck cannot be opened. In the bathroom, you’ll find convenient storage shelves. Of course, you’ll also have plenty of space in the wardrobe for your clothes.
Light colours and modern design with optimal use of space: a lot of passion was invested in equipping the approx. 14 m² outside cabins. The results could easily rival any first-class hotel room. The double beds can be separated into two singles if required. The lowerable panoramic fronts on the middle and upper decks ensure you get the best views. The windows on the main deck cannot be opened. In the bathroom, you’ll find convenient storage shelves. Of course, you’ll also have plenty of space in the wardrobe for your clothes.
Light colours and modern design with optimal use of space: a lot of passion was invested in equipping the approx. 14 m² outside cabins. The results could easily rival any first-class hotel room. The double beds can be separated into two singles if required. The lowerable panoramic fronts on the middle and upper decks ensure you get the best views. The windows on the main deck cannot be opened. In the bathroom, you’ll find convenient storage shelves. Of course, you’ll also have plenty of space in the wardrobe for your clothes.
Light colours and modern design with optimal use of space: a lot of passion was invested in equipping the approx. 14 m² outside cabins. The results could easily rival any first-class hotel room. The double beds can be separated into two singles if required. The lowerable panoramic fronts on the middle and upper decks ensure you get the best views. The windows on the main deck cannot be opened. In the bathroom, you’ll find convenient storage shelves. Of course, you’ll also have plenty of space in the wardrobe for your clothes.
Light colours and modern design with optimal use of space: a lot of passion was invested in equipping the approx. 14 m² outside cabins. The results could easily rival any first-class hotel room. The double beds can be separated into two singles if required. The lowerable panoramic fronts on the middle and upper decks ensure you get the best views. The windows on the main deck cannot be opened. In the bathroom, you’ll find convenient storage shelves. Of course, you’ll also have plenty of space in the wardrobe for your clothes.
Light colours and modern design with optimal use of space: a lot of passion was invested in equipping the approx. 14 m² outside cabins. The results could easily rival any first-class hotel room. The double beds can be separated into two singles if required. The lowerable panoramic fronts on the middle and upper decks ensure you get the best views. The windows on the main deck cannot be opened. In the bathroom, you’ll find convenient storage shelves. Of course, you’ll also have plenty of space in the wardrobe for your clothes.
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