MS Nieuw Statendam itinerary map for September 21, 2024
MS Nieuw Statendam
MS Nieuw Statendam
September 21, 2024
14 Night Ancient Mysteries & Egypt

MS Nieuw Statendam September 21, 2024

The MS Nieuw Statendam September 21, 2024 cruise departs from Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy. On this 14 Night Ancient Mysteries & Egypt (Rome To Athens) sailing, the MS Nieuw Statendam will visit a total of 12 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Saturday, Sep 21st and returns on Saturday, Oct 5th, 2024.

Cruise Length
14
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Civitavecchia
Italy
Port Stops
12
Sea Days
2

Cruise Price

MS Nieuw Statendam · September 21, 2024

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Cruise Itinerary Map

MS Nieuw Statendam · September 21, 2024

The MS Nieuw Statendam sails on September 21, 2024 for a 14 Night Ancient Mysteries & Egypt (Rome To Athens). The ship will depart the port of Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy at 5:00 PM and will return to the port of Piraeus (Athens), Greece on Oct 5th at 7:00 AM. During the 15-day journey, the MS Nieuw Statendam will visit 11 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

14 Night Ancient Mysteries & Egypt (Rome To Athens)

  • SEP21
    Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
    Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
    A: — - D: 5:00 PM
  • SEP22
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • SEP23
    Katakolon (Olympia), Greece
    Katakolon (Olympia), Greece
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • SEP24
    Souda (chania), Crete
    Souda (chania), Crete
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • SEP21
    Cruise Dardanelles
    Cruise Dardanelles
    A: — - D: —
  • SEP26
    Istanbul, Turkey
    Istanbul, Turkey
    A: 8:00 AM - D: —
  • SEP21
    Istanbul, Turkey
    Istanbul, Turkey
    A: — - D: 4:00 PM
  • SEP28
    Izmir, Turkey
    Izmir, Turkey
    A: 10:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • SEP29
    Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey
    Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • SEP30
    Rhodes, Greece
    Rhodes, Greece
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
  • OCT01
    Limassol, Cyprus
    Limassol, Cyprus
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • OCT02
    Port Said, Egypt
    Port Said, Egypt
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • OCT03
    Alexandria, Cairo, Egypt
    Alexandria, Cairo, Egypt
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 8:00 PM
  • OCT04
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT05
    Piraeus (Athens), Greece
    Piraeus (Athens), Greece
    A: 7:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

September 21, 2024 · 14 Night Ancient Mysteries & Egypt (Rome To Athens)

Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
Day 1Saturday, Sep 21

Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy

Arrival:Departure: 5:00 PM

Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy, offers docking at Civitavecchia Port with excursions to Rome. Travelers explore Colosseum and Pantheon. Excursions visit Vatican City’s Sistine Chapel. Local markets sell gelato. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Tyrrhenian vistas. Dining onboard includes carbonara, an Italian favorite. Souvenirs, like Murano glass, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Roman history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Civitavecchia’s cultural gateway offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient landmarks and scenic coasts, making Civitavecchia an engaging destination. (126 words)

At Sea
Day 2Sunday, Sep 22

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AMDeparture: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Katakolon (Olympia), Greece
Day 3Monday, Sep 23

Katakolon (Olympia), Greece

Arrival: 8:00 AMDeparture: 4:00 PM

Katakolon (Olympia), Greece, offers docking at Katakolon Port with excursions to Olympia. Travelers explore Ancient Olympia and Archaeological Museum. Excursions visit Kourouta Beach. Local markets sell loukoumades. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures ancient stadiums and Ionian vistas. Dining onboard includes moussaka, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like olive oil, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Peloponnesian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance ruin walks. Katakolon’s historic charm offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient landmarks and scenic beaches, making Katakolon an engaging destination. (126 words)

Souda (chania), Crete
Day 4Tuesday, Sep 24

Souda (chania), Crete

Arrival: 8:00 AMDeparture: 5:00 PM

Souda (Chania), Crete, offers docking at Souda Port. Travelers explore Chania’s Venetian Harbor and Samaria Gorge. Excursions include Elafonisi Beach. Local markets sell dakos. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures old town alleys and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes moussaka, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like olive oil, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Minoan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while sturdy shoes enhance gorge hikes. Souda’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic harbors and scenic beaches, making Souda an engaging destination. (126 words)

Cruise Dardanelles
Day 5Saturday, Sep 21

Cruise Dardanelles

Arrival:Departure:

Cruise Dardanelles, no docking; ships cruise Turkey's strait. Travelers spot dolphins. Lectures cover Trojan War. No facilities; provisions from ship. Peak season May to September; ferries 10-20 TRY. Photography captures Gallipoli shores. Dining limited to ship. Souvenirs include amphora replicas.

Istanbul, Turkey
Day 6Thursday, Sep 26

Istanbul, Turkey

Arrival: 8:00 AMDeparture:

Istanbul, Turkey, offers docking at Istanbul Port. Travelers explore Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace. Excursions visit Blue Mosque. Local markets sell simit. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures Ottoman domes and Bosphorus vistas. Dining onboard includes döner kebab, a Turkish favorite. Souvenirs, like carpet crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Byzantine history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Istanbul’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Turkish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic waterways, making Istanbul an engaging destination for exploring Turkey’s cultural hub. (126 words)

Istanbul, Turkey
Day 7Friday, Sep 27

Istanbul, Turkey

Arrival:Departure: 4:00 PM

Istanbul, Turkey, offers docking at Istanbul Port. Travelers explore Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace. Excursions visit Blue Mosque. Local markets sell simit. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures Ottoman domes and Bosphorus vistas. Dining onboard includes döner kebab, a Turkish favorite. Souvenirs, like carpet crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Byzantine history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Istanbul’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Turkish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic waterways, making Istanbul an engaging destination for exploring Turkey’s cultural hub. (126 words)

Izmir, Turkey
Day 8Saturday, Sep 28

Izmir, Turkey

Arrival: 10:00 AMDeparture: 6:00 PM

Izmir, Turkey, has docking at Izmir Port. Travelers explore Ephesus’ ancient ruins, a UNESCO site. Excursions visit the House of Virgin Mary. Local markets sell Turkish delight. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather. Photography captures Roman columns and Aegean shores. Dining onboard includes döner kebab, a Turkish favorite. Souvenirs, like evil eye charms, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover ancient history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate. Comfortable shoes enhance ruin tours. Izmir’s historic richness offers a vibrant Turkish stop, blending archaeology with coastal charm.

Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey
Day 9Sunday, Sep 29

Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey

Arrival: 7:00 AMDeparture: 7:00 PM

Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey, offers docking at Kusadasi Port with excursions to Ephesus. Travelers explore Ephesus ruins and Artemis Temple. Excursions visit Virgin Mary’s House. Local markets sell baklava. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes kebabs, a Turkish favorite. Souvenirs, like carpet crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Hellenistic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance ruin walks. Kusadasi’s historic charm offers a vibrant Turkish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of archaeological sites and scenic coasts, making Kusadasi an engaging destination. (126 words)

Rhodes, Greece
Day 10Monday, Sep 30

Rhodes, Greece

Arrival: 7:00 AMDeparture: 3:00 PM

Rhodes, Greece, offers docking at Rhodes Port. Travelers explore Medieval City and Lindos Acropolis. Excursions include snorkeling at Kallithea Springs. Local markets sell souvlaki. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Knights’ Street and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes moussaka, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Dodecanese history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Rhodes’ cultural charm offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO landmarks and scenic beaches, making Rhodes an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Limassol, Cyprus
Day 11Tuesday, Oct 1

Limassol, Cyprus

Arrival: 9:00 AMDeparture: 5:00 PM

Limassol, Cyprus, has docking at Limassol Port. Travelers explore Kourion’s ancient amphitheater. Excursions visit Omodos’ wine villages. Local markets sell commandaria wine. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather. Photography captures Roman ruins and Mediterranean shores. Dining onboard includes souvlaki, a Cypriot favorite. Souvenirs, like lace crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Cypriot history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate. Comfortable shoes enhance ruin tours. Limassol’s historic charm offers a vibrant Cypriot stop, blending archaeology with coastal beauty.

Port Said, Egypt
Day 12Wednesday, Oct 2

Port Said, Egypt

Arrival: 6:00 AMDeparture: 7:00 PM

Port Said, Egypt, offers docking at Port Said Port. Travelers explore the Suez Canal waterfront and Port Said Lighthouse. Excursions visit Cairo’s Pyramids of Giza. Local markets sell koshari. The peak season, October to April, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures canal views and colonial architecture. Dining onboard includes ful medames, an Egyptian favorite. Souvenirs, like papyrus art, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Suez history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Port Said’s canal-side charm offers a vibrant Egyptian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks, canal views, and cultural heritage, making Port Said an engaging gateway to Egypt’s history and Cairo’s wonders.

Alexandria, Cairo, Egypt
Day 13Thursday, Oct 3

Alexandria, Cairo, Egypt

Arrival: 6:00 AMDeparture: 8:00 PM

Alexandria, Egypt, docks at the Western Port terminal, 10 kilometers from the city center, with shuttles or taxis offering 20-minute transfers to the Corniche. The facility includes lounges and ATMs. Travelers explore the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, a modern library complex with manuscripts and planetarium shows. Qaitbay Citadel, 15 minutes east, features 15th-century fortifications on Pharos Lighthouse ruins. Kom el-Dikka, a 5-minute drive, reveals Roman amphitheaters and mosaics. Excursions to Cairo, 3 hours away, include Giza Pyramids and Sphinx. Montaza Palace Gardens, 20 minutes east, offer seaside walks and tea houses. Dining features kofta at waterfront stalls. Souvenirs include papyrus scrolls. Best visited October to April; taxis 50-100 EGP. Guided tours ensure security.

At Sea
Day 14Friday, Oct 4

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AMDeparture: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Piraeus (Athens), Greece
Day 15Saturday, Oct 5

Piraeus (Athens), Greece

Arrival: 7:00 AMDeparture:

Piraeus (Athens), Greece, offers docking at Piraeus Port with excursions to Athens. Travelers explore Acropolis and Parthenon. Excursions visit Cape Sounion. Local markets sell souvlaki. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes moussaka, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like olive oil, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Hellenic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Piraeus’ cultural gateway offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and scenic coasts, making Piraeus an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Weather Forecast

MS Nieuw Statendam - September 21, 2024 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy

September

Typical Weather

86°F

Average High

56°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.10in

Daily average

3.0 in monthly total

Shore Excursions

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Itinerary Safety Score

Based on comprehensive research of cruise port safety information, including recent crime reports, travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and specific port security concerns, we've created a "safety score" for each cruise port stop. The overall rating below represents a combined score for your specific cruise itinerary.

Itinerary Safety Rank
70 / 100
safer than 70% of all cruises
70
7
/ 10
Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
Civitavecchia
Civitavecchia is generally safe, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft and scams in crowded areas and near attractions.
8
/ 10
Katakolon (Olympia), Greece
Katakolon
Katakolon is a safe cruise port with low crime and secure surroundings, allowing travelers to explore Olympia with minimal risk.
8
/ 10
Souda (chania), Crete
Souda
Souda is a generally safe port for cruise travelers, but vigilance is advised in crowded areas and isolated locations to avoid petty theft.
10
/ 10
Cruise Dardanelles
Dardanelles
Cruise Dardanelles offers a safe environment with low crime rates, allowing travelers to enjoy the scenery without safety concerns.
6
/ 10
Istanbul, Turkey
Istanbul
Travelers in Istanbul should stay vigilant against petty theft and scams, especially in crowded areas, and remain aware of their surroundings.
7
/ 10
Izmir, Turkey
Izmir
Travelers should remain vigilant in Izmir, especially at night and in tourist areas, due to petty crime and occasional civil unrest.
7
/ 10
Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey
Kusadasi
Kusadasi is generally safe for travelers, but they should remain vigilant against petty crime and safeguard personal belongings.
8
/ 10
Rhodes, Greece
Rhodes
Rhodes is generally safe for travelers, but staying vigilant in crowded areas is advised to avoid pickpocketing and minor scams.
8
/ 10
Limassol, Cyprus
Limassol
Limassol is generally safe for cruise travelers, but visitors should remain cautious in crowded areas to prevent theft and scams.
5
/ 10
Port Said, Egypt
Port Said
Travelers to Port Said should stay vigilant due to moderate crime, potential civil unrest, and scams, while maintaining awareness of their surroundings.
5
/ 10
Alexandria, Cairo, Egypt
Alexandria
Cruise travelers to Alexandria should remain vigilant against petty crime, avoid political demonstrations, and consider organized tours for safety.
7
/ 10
Piraeus (Athens), Greece
Piraeus
Piraeus is generally safe for cruise travelers, but caution is advised at night and in crowded areas due to petty theft and potential disruptions.

Cruise Ship

MS Nieuw Statendam

⚓ Tonnage

99,902

vs avg 84,029

🛠️ Year Built

2,018

vs avg 2,008

📏 Length (ft)

983

vs avg 922

👥 Passenger Count

2,666

vs avg 2,157

The MS Nieuw Statendam has a construction date of 2018 and a total size of 99,902 gross tons. The ship measures 983 feet in length. MS Nieuw Statendam is included in Holland America’s Pinnacle Class class. At full capacity, the MS Nieuw Statendam holds 2,666 passengers. That includes 1,613 cruise vacationers and 1,053 staff members. The MS Nieuw Statendam total number of staterooms is 1,339.

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Itinerary FAQ

How many nights is the MS Nieuw Statendam sailing on September 21, 2024?

This is a 14-night cruise itinerary departing from Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy.

What ports does the MS Nieuw Statendam visit on the September 21, 2024 cruise?

This route includes rome-italy, olympia-greece, souda-chania-crete, cruise-dardanelles, istanbul-turkey, izmir-turkey, kusadasi-turkey, rhodes-greece, limassol-cyprus, port-said-egypt, alexandria-cairo-egypt, athens-greece.

How many sea days are included on this MS Nieuw Statendam September 21, 2024 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 2 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the MS Nieuw Statendam sailing on September 21, 2024?

Cruise director assignment data is not currently available for this sail date.

How is the itinerary safety score calculated for this cruise?

The itinerary safety score combines port-level safety indicators such as travel advisories, local risk signals, and historical context into a single overall score for this specific route.

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