Maxima

About nicko cruises

For more than 20 years, nicko cruises ships have been sailing the world's rivers. The fleet currently consists of 25 ships, which are divided into the ship types nicko boutique, nicko modern and nicko classic. In addition to a variety of European destinations the cruise operator also offers some exotic destinations such as Myanmar and Vietnam. The river cruises can be supplemented by various services, such as pre-bookable beverage packages or various arrival and departure options.

MS Maxima

Up to 180 passengers are travelling together with MS Maxima, downstream to Austria, Hungary or even to the Danube delta and back again. On relaxing river cruises, 40 crew members make sure that the guests will miss nothing. In the on-board restaurant you can enjoy international and regional specialities from the countries visited. Look forward to the magnificent view of the varied landscape.

MS Maxima facts

• Built in: 2004
• Length: 126.7 m
• Width: 11.4 m
• Depth: 1.5 m
• Language: German
• Currency: Euro
• Internet: Wi-Fi
• Smoking: Permitted in designated areas on the sundeck

MS Maxima staterooms

All staterooms are comfortably furnished outside staterooms with a bathroom with shower/WC, a hairdryer, an individually adjustable air conditioning, a radio, a TV, a minibar, a safe and a telephone. The stateroomss are approx. 16 sqm and offer beds standing side by side, which can be separated if required. Staterooms on the middle and upper deck have floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows that can be opened to a French balcony. Staterooms on the main deck are equipped with large, non-opening windows. On request, some two-bed staterooms can also be occupied by 3 people.

Atmosphere on board of MS Maxima

On the four passenger decks, you can feel at home thanks to the comfortable interior design and the familial atmosphere on board. In addition, the cruise ship company recommends that you wear casual daywear in the MS Maxima dress code, so that you can have breakfast in comfortable clothes and relax on the sundeck. From a comfortable deck chair or armchair you can marvel at the changing waterside scenery before you enjoy your dinner in a neat travel wardrobe. On cooler evenings you simply put on a pullover to enjoy the romantic river panorama in the evening light of the setting sun or under the bright starry sky.

MS Maxima restaurant

The specialities with which the guests are spoiled in the friendly furnished on-board restaurant come from international and regionally inspired sources. Enjoy the food and the courteous service. You can also taste the good wines from the wine growing regions visited. Taste wines from the Wachau or noble fruit brandies made from apricots or plums. While you dine excellently, enjoy the view from the panorama windows.

Entertainment, sports & relaxation

A wellness area with relax area, whirlpool and sauna area delights the passengers of the MS Maxima in all seasons. The sundeck with wind protection elements and awnings is always the centre of attention when the weather is fine. Take a look at the sights along the route or simply dream away on a deck chair during your holiday. In addition, the live music and exciting quiz shows can provide couples and single travellers hours of entertaining. You can also experience entertaining moments during funny card and board game rounds. Alternatively, simply find a quiet corner for reading.

MS Maxima shore excursions

The cruise operator offers optional bookable shore excursions, which are adapted to the respective length of stay in the port. Suitable for your cruise you can book a trip package that combines the highlights of each route into a single package. On board, however, you can also book only certain elements of the excursion packages, as long as there are seats available, and make your cruise even more individual. On many excursions, an audio system is available so that you can follow the explanations of your tour guide quite relaxed, without missing interesting highlights. In addition to classic excursion programs, nicko cruises also offers active bike trips.

Our summary

If you want to travel comfortably in typical river ambience, you are in good hands on the MS Maxima.