MS Nieuw Statendam itinerary map for October 4, 2025
MS Nieuw Statendam
MS Nieuw Statendam
October 4, 2025
14 Night Malta Sicily & Aegean Jewels: Istanbul Overnight

MS Nieuw Statendam October 4, 2025

The MS Nieuw Statendam October 4, 2025 cruise departs from Piraeus (Athens), Greece. On this 14 Night Malta Sicily & Aegean Jewels: Istanbul Overnight (Athens Roundtrip) sailing, the MS Nieuw Statendam will visit a total of 9 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Saturday, Oct 4th and returns on Saturday, Oct 18th, 2025.

Cruise Length
14
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Piraeus
Greece
Port Stops
9
Sea Days
2
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MS Nieuw Statendam · October 4, 2025

The graph below tracks historic price of the MS Nieuw Statendam cruise ship departing October 4, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,774 ($127 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,596 ($115 per night), this represents a recent increase of 11%.

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MS Nieuw Statendam · October 4, 2025

The MS Nieuw Statendam sails on October 4, 2025 for a 14 Night Malta Sicily & Aegean Jewels: Istanbul Overnight (Athens Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Piraeus (Athens), Greece at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of Piraeus (Athens), Greece on Oct 18th at 7:00 AM. During the 15-day journey, the MS Nieuw Statendam will visit 8 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

14 Night Malta Sicily & Aegean Jewels: Istanbul Overnight (Athens Roundtrip)

  • OCT04
    Piraeus (Athens), Greece
    Piraeus (Athens), Greece
    A: — - D: 3:00 PM
  • OCT05
    Katakolon (Olympia), Greece
    Katakolon (Olympia), Greece
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • OCT06
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT07
    Catania, Sicily
    Catania, Sicily
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • OCT08
    Valletta, Malta
    Valletta, Malta
    A: 8:00 AM - D: —
  • OCT04
    Valletta, Malta
    Valletta, Malta
    A: — - D: 4:00 PM
  • OCT10
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT11
    Rhodes, Greece
    Rhodes, Greece
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • OCT12
    Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey
    Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • OCT04
    Cruise Dardanelles
    Cruise Dardanelles
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT14
    Istanbul, Turkey
    Istanbul, Turkey
    A: 7:00 AM - D: —
  • OCT04
    Istanbul, Turkey
    Istanbul, Turkey
    A: — - D: 5:00 PM
  • OCT04
    Cruise Dardanelles
    Cruise Dardanelles
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT17
    Mykonos, Greece
    Mykonos, Greece
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • OCT18
    Piraeus (Athens), Greece
    Piraeus (Athens), Greece
    A: 7:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

October 4, 2025 · 14 Night Malta Sicily & Aegean Jewels: Istanbul Overnight (Athens Roundtrip)

Piraeus (Athens), Greece
Day 1•Saturday, Oct 4

Piraeus (Athens), Greece

Arrival: —•Departure: 3:00 PM

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)

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Katakolon (Olympia), Greece
Day 2•Sunday, Oct 5

Katakolon (Olympia), Greece

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 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)

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At Sea
Day 3•Monday, Oct 6

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Catania, Sicily
Day 4•Tuesday, Oct 7

Catania, Sicily

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Catania, Sicily, Italy, docks at Porto di Catania, 1 kilometer from downtown, with taxis for 10-minute rides. The city, population 310,000, features the 11th-century Catania Cathedral. Travelers visit Piazza del Duomo for the Elephant Fountain. Local markets sell pistachio pastries. Excursions to Mount Etna, 1 hour north, offer crater hikes. Peak season May to September; taxis 5-10 EUR. Dining includes pasta alla Norma at trattorias. Souvenirs feature lava stone crafts.

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Valletta, Malta
Day 5•Wednesday, Oct 8

Valletta, Malta

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: —

Valletta, Malta, offers docking at Valletta Port. Travelers explore St. John’s Co-Cathedral and Upper Barrakka Gardens. Excursions visit Mdina’s medieval walls. Local markets sell pastizzi. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Baroque architecture and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes rabbit stew, a Maltese favorite. Souvenirs, like lace crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Knights of Malta history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Valletta’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Maltese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO landmarks and scenic harbors, making Valletta an engaging destination. (126 words)

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Valletta, Malta
Day 6•Thursday, Oct 9

Valletta, Malta

Arrival: —•Departure: 4:00 PM

Valletta, Malta, offers docking at Valletta Port. Travelers explore St. John’s Co-Cathedral and Upper Barrakka Gardens. Excursions visit Mdina’s medieval walls. Local markets sell pastizzi. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Baroque architecture and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes rabbit stew, a Maltese favorite. Souvenirs, like lace crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Knights of Malta history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Valletta’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Maltese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO landmarks and scenic harbors, making Valletta an engaging destination. (126 words)

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At Sea
Day 7•Friday, Oct 10

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Rhodes, Greece
Day 8•Saturday, Oct 11

Rhodes, Greece

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 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)

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Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey
Day 9•Sunday, Oct 12

Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 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)

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Cruise Dardanelles
Day 10•Saturday, Oct 4

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.

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Istanbul, Turkey
Day 11•Tuesday, Oct 14

Istanbul, Turkey

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: —

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)

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Istanbul, Turkey
Day 12•Wednesday, Oct 15

Istanbul, Turkey

Arrival: —•Departure: 5:00 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)

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Cruise Dardanelles
Day 13•Saturday, Oct 4

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.

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Mykonos, Greece
Day 14•Friday, Oct 17

Mykonos, Greece

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Mykonos, Greece, offers docking at Mykonos Port. Travelers explore Little Venice and Mykonos Windmills. Excursions include Delos Island ruins. Local markets sell loukoumades. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures whitewashed streets and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes souvlaki, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Cycladic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance island walks. Mykonos’ picturesque charm offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic ruins and scenic beaches, making Mykonos an engaging destination for exploring Greece’s Cyclades. (126 words)

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Piraeus (Athens), Greece
Day 15•Saturday, Oct 18

Piraeus (Athens), Greece

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: —

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)

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Weather Forecast

MS Nieuw Statendam - October 4, 2025 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Piraeus (Athens), Greece

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October

Typical Weather

88°F

Average High

47°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.06in

Daily average

1.9 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
75 / 100
safer than 75% of all cruises
75
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.
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.
7
/ 10
Catania, Sicily
Catania
Catania is generally safe for cruise travelers, but caution is advised in crowded areas to avoid petty crime.
8
/ 10
Valletta, Malta
Valletta
Valletta is a safe cruise destination, but travelers should stay vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas while enjoying the sights.
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.
7
/ 10
Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey
Kusadasi
Kusadasi is generally safe for travelers, but they should remain vigilant against petty crime and safeguard personal belongings.
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.
8
/ 10
Mykonos, Greece
Mykonos
Travelers in Mykonos should remain vigilant against petty theft and scams, especially in crowded areas during peak season.

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 October 4, 2025?

This is a 14-night cruise itinerary departing from Piraeus (Athens), Greece.

What ports does the MS Nieuw Statendam visit on the October 4, 2025 cruise?

This route includes athens-greece, olympia-greece, catania-sicily, valletta-malta, rhodes-greece, kusadasi-turkey, cruise-dardanelles, istanbul-turkey, mykonos-greece.

How many sea days are included on this MS Nieuw Statendam October 4, 2025 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 2 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the MS Nieuw Statendam sailing on October 4, 2025?

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.

Can I track price drops for this MS Nieuw Statendam itinerary?

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