Experience the North Cape: Cruise with TV star Christian Baumann!

Experience the North Cape: Cruise with TV star Christian Baumann!

In 2025, the cruise with the Vasco da Gama will offer a special highlight for fans of sea adventures. The former actor of the popular ARD documentary series “Verkehrt nach Meer”, Christian Baumann, will provide entertainment during the trip. The cruise will take place from July 11th to 26th, 2025 and begins and ends in Kiel.

The route of this 16-day expedition takes you through breathtaking landscapes and historic cities. Stops include Bergen, Geiranger, the Lofoten Islands and the North Cape, the northernmost tip of mainland Europe. The trip is aimed at cruise enthusiasts who want to explore the land of the midnight sun and its impressive coastal landscapes.

Breathtaking landscapes and cultural highlights

One of the highlights of the trip is crossing the Arctic Circle. Christian Baumann, who began his maritime career in the German Navy and gained experience on the frigate “Rheinland-Pfalz”, informs the passengers about his career and life as a nautical officer. There are also exciting lectures on the program in which he gives insights into his professional challenges.

The first stop on the trip is Bergen, known for the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Bryggen. We then head to the Geirangerfjord, which is considered a scenic highlight with its majestic waterfalls and mystical mists. Lofoten consists of 80 islands known for their impressive mountains, forests and lakes.

Afterwards you reach Honningsvåg, the access to the North Cape. At this point, travelers can enjoy breathtaking views of the tundra landscape. Also on the program is Hammerfest, the northernmost city in the world, with its exhibition on Nordic culture.

Tromsø, famous for its colorful wooden houses and the Arctic Cathedral, as well as Trondheim, where the old town offers culinary delights, are other exciting stops. Molde, the “City of Roses”, delights guests with panoramic views of the Sunnmøre Alps.

Logistics and arrival

The Vasco da Gama, a classic cruise ship with a capacity of around 1,000 passengers, offers comfortable accommodation for the participants. There are several options available for getting there: Travelers can travel to Hamburg or Lübeck by train or flight. International access to Kiel is via Hamburg Airport (HAM), with connections from cities such as Zurich, Vienna, Munich, Frankfurt and Basel.

The trip with Christian Baumann on the Vasco da Gama promises not only impressive landscapes, but also varied cultural experiences and exciting encounters with an experienced cruise professional. Crucero Magazine reports on this extraordinary expedition and gives an outlook on the upcoming adventures in the far north. Also Aero Telegraph highlights the opportunity to experience Norway's fascinating fjord landscapes under the midnight sun.