Vasco da Gama sample projects and route animations

Download Vasco da Gama sample projects

On this page you will find ready-made Vasco da Gama sample projects that you can download and try yourself. The projects demonstrate different options for route animations: flights, camper tours, cruises, world trips, elevation profiles and special camera movements.

Use the examples directly as templates for your own route animations, or as a starting point to explore functions, map styles and object animations in Vasco da Gama.

  • Free project templates to download and try
  • ZIP files include the project files and related media
  • Multi-part examples such as world trips are provided as one project package
  • Many projects include a matching YouTube video preview

Sample projects

Choose an example, download the project package or watch the video preview first.

Mountain tour with elevation profile - Vasco da Gama sample project
Mountain tour with elevation profile

A mountain route with elevation profile and a three-dimensional terrain view.

1 project file · ZIP approx. 4.6 MB · with video

Cartoon Europe flight - Vasco da Gama sample project
Cartoon Europe flight

A playful flight across Europe in cartoon style, ideal for light-hearted travel videos.

1 project file · ZIP approx. 4.0 MB

Cartoon Mediterranean cruise - Vasco da Gama sample project
Cartoon Mediterranean cruise

A Mediterranean cruise in cartoon style with a maritime route animation.

1 project file · ZIP approx. 2.6 MB · with video

Flight from Germany to Australia - Vasco da Gama sample project
Flight from Germany to Australia

A long-distance flight from Germany to Australia with a wide world map perspective.

1 project file · ZIP approx. 3.0 MB

Flight through the Alps - Vasco da Gama sample project
Flight through the Alps

A flight route with Alpine scenery and a camera move across mountain terrain.

1 project file · ZIP approx. 4.9 MB

Hamburg by camper - Vasco da Gama sample project
Hamburg by camper

A camper route with custom map material for Hamburg and the surrounding area.

2 project files · includes StreetMaps map material · ZIP approx. 182.7 MB

New York harbor entry - Vasco da Gama sample project
New York harbor entry

A ship route and harbor approach in New York as a maritime route animation.

1 project file · ZIP approx. 5.0 MB · with video

Sailing trip Africa - Vasco da Gama sample project
Sailing trip Africa

A maritime journey along Africa with a sailing ship and animated route line.

1 project file · ZIP approx. 2.8 MB · with video

Spain camper tour - Vasco da Gama sample project
Spain camper tour

A camper journey through Spain and Portugal with additional image stations.

1 project file · includes additional images · ZIP approx. 14.3 MB · with video

Star route to Geneva - Vasco da Gama sample project
Star route to Geneva

Several routes lead to Geneva in a star shape, ideal for meeting points and destinations.

1 project file · ZIP approx. 5.1 MB

Sunset Fly - Vasco da Gama sample project
Sunset Fly

An atmospheric flight in a sunset mood with a reduced visual style.

1 project file · ZIP approx. 1.0 MB · with video

World trip 1 - Vasco da Gama sample project
World trip 1

A multi-part world trip with six project sections in one shared package.

6 project files · ZIP approx. 19.0 MB · with video

World trip 2 - Vasco da Gama sample project
World trip 2

A multi-part journey from Berlin via Antalya and Dubai to the Maldives.

5 project files · includes overview project · ZIP approx. 17.9 MB

World trip 3 - Vasco da Gama sample project
World trip 3

A compact world trip variant as a single project for quick adjustments.

1 project file · ZIP approx. 3.7 MB · with video

World trip 4 - Vasco da Gama sample project
World trip 4

Another world trip template as a starting point for your own global route animations.

1 project file · ZIP approx. 2.4 MB


Usage notes

To open the project files, you need an installed version of Vasco da Gama. First extract the ZIP file completely, then open the included project file. If an example consists of several subprojects, all project files are included in the same download.

Some projects use additional object packages that are required for correct display. The Ultimate version includes all object packages. The projects can also be opened without installed add-on packages; in this case, missing objects will not be displayed.

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Frequently asked questions about Vasco da Gama project templates

Short answers about download, usage and requirements for the sample projects.

Are the Vasco da Gama sample projects free?

Yes, the sample projects can be downloaded and tried free of charge. They are useful as templates for your own route animations and as learning material for exploring Vasco da Gama features.

How do I open a downloaded Vasco da Gama project?

Download the ZIP file and extract it completely. Then open the included project file in Vasco da Gama. For multi-part projects, all subprojects are included in the same download package.

Which Vasco da Gama version do I need?

The projects are intended for Vasco da Gama. Depending on the project, additional object packages or map packages may be used. The Ultimate version includes all object packages.

What happens if add-on packages are missing?

The projects can still be opened without installed add-on packages. Missing objects will not be displayed, but the route and the remaining available elements can still be used as a template.

Can I use the projects as templates for my own route animations?

Yes, that is exactly what the project templates are for. You can adjust routes, camera movements, map styles and objects, then create your own route animations for travel videos or presentations.

Are video examples available for the project templates?

Many examples include a matching YouTube video. The "Watch video" button opens the respective video in a new window without embedding a YouTube player on this page.


Create your own route animation

If you would like to try the sample projects, you can also test Vasco da Gama as a free demo. This lets you open, adjust and use the templates as a starting point for your own route animations.