15 Night Cultural Crossing With England & Normandy (Rotterdam To Ft. Lauderdale)
MS Nieuw Statendam
MS Nieuw Statendam
December 5, 2026
15 Night Cultural Crossing With England & Normandy

MS Nieuw Statendam - 12/5/2026

The December 5, 2026 cruise on the MS Nieuw Statendam departs from Rotterdam, Netherlands. On this 15 Night Cultural Crossing With England & Normandy (Rotterdam To Ft. Lauderdale) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 7 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The MS Nieuw Statendam sets sail on Saturday, Dec 5th and returns on Sunday, Dec 20th.

Cruise Length
15
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Rotterdam
Netherlands
Port Stops
7
Sea Days
9

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Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

MS Nieuw Statendam - December 5, 2026 - 15 Nights

DayDatePort
1Dec 4thRotterdam, Netherlands
2Dec 6thZeebrugge (Bruges), Belgium
3Dec 7thLe Havre (Paris), France
4Dec 8thCherbourg, France
5Dec 9thPortsmouth, England
6Dec 10thFalmouth, Cornwall, England
7Dec 10thAt Sea
8Dec 11thAt Sea
9Dec 12thAt Sea
10Dec 13thAt Sea
11Dec 14thAt Sea
12Dec 15thAt Sea
13Dec 16thAt Sea
14Dec 17thAt Sea
15Dec 18thAt Sea
16Dec 20thFort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
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The MS Nieuw Statendam sails on December 5, 2026 for a 15 Night Cultural Crossing With England & Normandy (Rotterdam To Ft. Lauderdale). The ship will depart the port of Rotterdam, Netherlands at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida on Dec 20th at 6:00 AM. During the 16-day journey, the MS Nieuw Statendam will visit 6 additional ports and will spend 9 days at sea.

Cruise Ship

MS Nieuw Statendam Size Infographic

MS Nieuw Statendam

100 k
tonnage
983 ft
length
2018
year built
1,339
cabins
2,666
passengers
1,053
crew

MS NIEUW STATENDAM SIZE

The MS Nieuw Statendam has a construction date of 2018 and a total size of 99,902 gross tons. The ship measures 983 feet (300 meters) in length. MS Nieuw Statendam is included in Holland America’s Pinnacle Class Class. At full capacity, the MS Nieuw Statendam holds 3,719 passengers. That includes 2,666 cruise vacationers and 1,053 staff members. The MS Nieuw Statendam total number of staterooms is 1,339.

MS Nieuw Statendam Size & Stats

  • Gross Tonnage:99,902 GT
  • Length:983 ft (300 m)
  • Beam:115 ft (35 m)
  • Draft:26 ft (8 m)
  • Max Speed:25 mph (22 kn)
  • Year Built:2018
  • Years Served:2018 - Present
  • Capacity:2,666
  • Crew Members:1,053
  • Total on Board:3,719
  • Total Staterooms:1,339
  • Flagged Country:Netherlands
  • Ship Cost:520 Million
  • Status:active

To see how this compares, click through to see MS Nieuw Statendam age and stats vs all Holland America ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.

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Cruise Ports

Day1
DEC 52026
D:4:00 PM

Rotterdam, Netherlands, offers docking at Rotterdam Port. Travelers explore Erasmus Bridge and Museumpark’s art galleries. Excursions visit Kinderdijk’s UNESCO windmills. Local markets sell stroopwafels. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures modern architecture and Maas River vistas. Dining onboard includes erwtensoep, a Dutch favorite. Souvenirs, like Delftware, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Dutch history. Light layers suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Rotterdam’s urban charm offers a vibrant Dutch stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of innovative design, historic windmills, and maritime culture, making Rotterdam an engaging destination for exploring the Netherlands’ dynamic port city and heritage.

Day2
DEC 62026
Belgium
A:6:00 AMD:3:00 PM

Zeebrugge (Bruges), Belgium, offers docking at Zeebrugge Port with excursions to Bruges. Travelers explore Bruges’ Belfry and Markt Square. Excursions visit Ghent’s cathedral. Local markets sell waffles. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures medieval canals and North Sea vistas. Dining onboard includes moules-frites, a Belgian favorite. Souvenirs, like lace crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Flemish history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance cobblestone walks. Zeebrugge’s cultural gateway offers a vibrant Belgian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic canals, making Zeebrugge an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day3
DEC 72026
France
A:7:00 AMD:8:00 PM

Le Havre (Paris), France, offers docking at Le Havre Port with excursions to Paris. Travelers explore Eiffel Tower and Louvre Museum. Excursions visit Normandy’s D-Day beaches. Local markets sell crêpes. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures Parisian landmarks and Seine vistas. Dining onboard includes coq au vin, a French favorite. Souvenirs, like beret crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Norman history. Light layers and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Le Havre’s urban gateway offers a vibrant French stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and historic beaches, making Le Havre an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day4
DEC 82026
A:6:00 AMD:6:00 PM

Cherbourg, France, docks at Port de Cherbourg, 1 kilometer from downtown, with shuttles for 10-minute rides. The city, population 80,000, features the Cité de la Mer with Titanic exhibits. Travelers visit Fort du Roule for harbor views. Local markets sell Calvados. Excursions to Mont Saint-Michel, 2 hours south, explore medieval abbeys. Peak season May to September; taxis 5-10 EUR. Dining includes moules marinières at port bistros. Souvenirs feature Norman pottery.

Day5
DEC 92026
England, United Kingdom
A:7:00 AMD:4:00 PM

Portsmouth, England, provides docking at Portsmouth Port. Travelers explore the Historic Dockyard and HMS Victory. Excursions visit Stonehenge’s ancient stones. Local markets sell pork pies. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures naval ships and Solent vistas. Dining onboard includes fish and chips, an English favorite. Souvenirs, like nautical crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover maritime history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance dockyard walks. Portsmouth’s naval heritage offers a vibrant English stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic ships, prehistoric sites, and coastal charm, making Portsmouth an engaging destination for exploring England’s maritime and ancient history.

Day6
DEC 102026
England, United Kingdom
A:7:00 AMD:4:00 PM

Falmouth, Cornwall, England, offers docking at Falmouth Harbour. Travelers explore Pendennis Castle’s Tudor fortifications. Excursions visit St. Michael’s Mount, a tidal island. Local markets sell Cornish pasties. The peak season, May to September, brings mild coastal weather. Photography captures harbor views and rugged cliffs. Dining onboard includes cream tea, a Cornish tradition. Souvenirs, like tin crafts, are available in ship shops. Briefings highlight Cornwall’s maritime history. Light layers and sturdy shoes suit the temperate, damp climate. Binoculars enhance coastal views. Falmouth’s historic charm and scenic coastline provide a quintessential English seaside stop, inviting travelers to immerse in its rich maritime heritage and picturesque landscapes.

Day7
DEC 112026
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day8
DEC 122026
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day9
DEC 132026
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day10
DEC 142026
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day11
DEC 152026
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day12
DEC 162026
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day13
DEC 172026
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day14
DEC 182026
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day15
DEC 192026
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day16
DEC 202026
United States
A:6:00 AM

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida, offers docking at Port Everglades. Travelers explore Las Olas Boulevard and Everglades tours. Excursions include airboat rides. Local markets sell conch fritters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures canals and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes stone crab, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like seashell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Seminole history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Fort Lauderdale’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic waterways and natural adventures, making Fort Lauderdale an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)