Nicko Cruises is adjusting the itinerary of its upcoming world cruise onboard the Vasco da Gama due to security concerns in the Red Sea area.

Instead of sailing through the region, guests will be offered a land program while the vessel deadheads to Saudi Arabia

According to a press release, the decision combines “responsible route planning with a high-quality, four-day overland program.”

Sailing roundtrip from Hamburg, the Vasco da Gama kicks off its 175-night world cruise on November 7, 2025 .

Only one of the segments of the itinerary was affected, which is the leg that sails between Dubai and Piraeus (Athens) on March 20, 2026.

Nicko said that in order to ensure their safety and well-being, passengers will disembark the vessel in Salalah, Oman.

The cruise line will then offer a l

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