MS Nieuw Statendam itinerary map for October 16, 2027
MS Nieuw Statendam

14 Night Arctic Circle & Northern Lights With History Channel on Holland America MS Nieuw Statendam

October 16, 2027

MS Nieuw Statendam October 16, 2027

The MS Nieuw Statendam October 16, 2027 cruise departs from Rotterdam, Netherlands. On this 14 Night Arctic Circle & Northern Lights With History Channel (Rotterdam Roundtrip) sailing, the MS Nieuw Statendam will visit a total of 10 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Saturday, Oct 16th and returns on Saturday, Oct 30th, 2027.

Cruise Length
14
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Rotterdam
Netherlands
Port Stops
10
Sea Days
2

Cruise Price

MS Nieuw Statendam · October 16, 2027

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MS Nieuw Statendam · October 16, 2027

The MS Nieuw Statendam sails on October 16, 2027 for a 14 Night Arctic Circle & Northern Lights With History Channel (Rotterdam Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Rotterdam, Netherlands at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of Rotterdam, Netherlands on Oct 30th at 7:00 AM. During the 16-day journey, the MS Nieuw Statendam will visit 9 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

14 Night Arctic Circle & Northern Lights With History Channel (Rotterdam Roundtrip)

  • OCT16
    Rotterdam, Netherlands
    Rotterdam, Netherlands
    A: — - D: 3:00 PM
  • OCT17
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT18
    Alesund, Norway
    Alesund, Norway
    A: 10:00 AM - D: 9:00 PM
  • OCT19
    Andalsnes, Norway
    Andalsnes, Norway
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • OCT20
    Trondheim, Norway
    Trondheim, Norway
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 11:59 PM
  • OCT16
    Cruise Trondheimsfjord
    Cruise Trondheimsfjord
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT16
    Cross Arctic Circle
    Cross Arctic Circle
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT22
    Tromso, Norway
    Tromso, Norway
    A: 10:00 AM - D: —
  • OCT16
    Tromso, Norway
    Tromso, Norway
    A: — - D: 10:00 PM
  • OCT24
    Alta, Norway
    Alta, Norway
    A: 8:00 AM - D: —
  • OCT16
    Alta, Norway
    Alta, Norway
    A: — - D: 2:00 PM
  • OCT16
    Cross Arctic Circle
    Cross Arctic Circle
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT27
    Kristiansand, Norway
    Kristiansand, Norway
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • OCT28
    Bergen, Norway
    Bergen, Norway
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • OCT29
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT30
    Rotterdam, Netherlands
    Rotterdam, Netherlands
    A: 7:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

October 16, 2027 · 14 Night Arctic Circle & Northern Lights With History Channel (Rotterdam Roundtrip)

Rotterdam, Netherlands
Day 1Saturday, Oct 16

Rotterdam, Netherlands

Arrival:Departure: 3:00 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.

At Sea
Day 2Sunday, Oct 17

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AMDeparture: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Alesund, Norway
Day 3Monday, Oct 18

Alesund, Norway

Arrival: 10:00 AMDeparture: 9:00 PM

Ålesund, Norway, offers docking at Ålesund Port. Travelers explore Jugendstil architecture and Aksla Viewpoint. Excursions visit Geirangerfjord. Local markets sell svele. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Art Nouveau buildings and fjord vistas. Dining onboard includes fårikål, a Norwegian favorite. Souvenirs, like troll crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Viking history. Light layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while sturdy shoes enhance fjord hikes. Ålesund’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Norwegian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of architectural beauty and scenic fjords, making Ålesund an engaging destination for exploration.

Andalsnes, Norway
Day 4Tuesday, Oct 19

Andalsnes, Norway

Arrival: 8:00 AMDeparture: 5:00 PM

Andalsnes, Norway, docks at the central quay, a 5-minute walk to town on Romsdalfjord. The village, population 2,300, offers the Romsdalen Gondola for 700-meter ascents to Nesaksla Peak. Travelers hike the Trollstigen road, 20 minutes south, for switchback views. The Norwegian Mountaineering Centre displays climbing history. Excursions to Geirangerfjord, 90 minutes east, cruise past waterfalls. Peak season June to August; gondola tickets 400 NOK. Dining includes svele pancakes at cafes. Souvenirs feature wool mittens.

Trondheim, Norway
Day 5Wednesday, Oct 20

Trondheim, Norway

Arrival: 8:00 AMDeparture: 11:59 PM

Trondheim, Norway, offers docking at Trondheim Port. Travelers explore Nidaros Cathedral and Old Town Bridge. Excursions visit Røros’ mining town. Local markets sell brunost. The peak season, June to August, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures Gothic spires and Nidelva River vistas. Dining onboard includes fårikål, a Norwegian favorite. Souvenirs, like Viking crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Norse history. Light layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Trondheim’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Norwegian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of medieval landmarks and scenic rivers, making Trondheim an engaging destination for exploring Norway’s central coast.

Cruise Trondheimsfjord
Day 5Saturday, Oct 16

Cruise Trondheimsfjord

Arrival:Departure:

Trondheimsfjord in Norway has no docking; ships cruise to Trondheim. Travelers view coastal farms and Storfossen waterfall from the deck. Excursions explore Nidaros Cathedral’s Gothic splendor. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, June to August, brings mild weather. Photography captures fjord islands. Dining onboard includes klippfisk. Souvenirs, like Viking replicas, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Norwegian history. Light layers suit temperate conditions. Trondheimsfjord’s serene waters provide a scenic gateway to Norway’s cultural heart.

Cross Arctic Circle
Day 6Saturday, Oct 16

Cross Arctic Circle

Arrival:Departure:

Cross Arctic Circle offers scenic cruising without docking. Travelers celebrate the polar crossing with shipboard ceremonies. No excursions or facilities exist; activities are ship-based. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for Arctic cruising. Photography captures polar seascapes and midnight sun vistas. Dining onboard includes international dishes, reflecting the global journey. Souvenirs, like nautical crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Arctic exploration history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cold climate, while comfortable shoes enhance deck walks. Crossing the Arctic Circle offers a unique maritime stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ceremonial events and polar scenery, making the Arctic Circle an engaging destination.

Tromso, Norway
Day 7Friday, Oct 22

Tromso, Norway

Arrival: 10:00 AMDeparture:

Tromsø, Norway, offers docking at Tromsø Port. Travelers explore Arctic Cathedral and Polar Museum. Excursions include Northern Lights viewing. Local markets sell cloudberries. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for Arctic tours. Photography captures fjord landscapes and Arctic vistas. Dining onboard includes reindeer stew, a Norwegian favorite. Souvenirs, like Sami crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Sámi history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the polar climate, while sturdy shoes enhance city walks. Tromsø’s Arctic charm offers a vibrant Norwegian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural landmarks and natural phenomena, making Tromsø an engaging destination for exploring Norway’s northern coast.

Tromso, Norway
Day 8Saturday, Oct 23

Tromso, Norway

Arrival:Departure: 10:00 PM

Tromsø, Norway, offers docking at Tromsø Port. Travelers explore Arctic Cathedral and Polar Museum. Excursions include Northern Lights viewing. Local markets sell cloudberries. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for Arctic tours. Photography captures fjord landscapes and Arctic vistas. Dining onboard includes reindeer stew, a Norwegian favorite. Souvenirs, like Sami crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Sámi history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the polar climate, while sturdy shoes enhance city walks. Tromsø’s Arctic charm offers a vibrant Norwegian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural landmarks and natural phenomena, making Tromsø an engaging destination for exploring Norway’s northern coast.

Alta, Norway
Day 9Sunday, Oct 24

Alta, Norway

Arrival: 8:00 AMDeparture:

Alta, Norway, docks at Alta Hurtigruten Terminal on Altafjord, 4 kilometers from town, with shuttles or buses for 10-minute transfers. The city, population 20,000, features the Northern Lights Cathedral, a 2013 titanium-clad structure with light installations. Travelers visit Alta Museum for 7,000-year-old petroglyphs and rock art trails. Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel, 20 minutes away, offers ice bar tours and snowmobile trips. Excursions to Sami reindeer herding camps, 30 minutes out, include lavvu tent visits and lassoing demos. The Tirpitz Museum, 15 minutes west, details WWII coastal defenses. Local markets sell cloudberries. Peak season December to March for aurora viewing; buses cost 50 NOK. Dining includes king crab at fjord cafes. Souvenirs feature Sami silver spoons. Taxis average 100-150 NOK short trips. Snowshoe rentals available for winter fjord trails.

Alta, Norway
Day 10Monday, Oct 25

Alta, Norway

Arrival:Departure: 2:00 PM

Alta, Norway, docks at Alta Hurtigruten Terminal on Altafjord, 4 kilometers from town, with shuttles or buses for 10-minute transfers. The city, population 20,000, features the Northern Lights Cathedral, a 2013 titanium-clad structure with light installations. Travelers visit Alta Museum for 7,000-year-old petroglyphs and rock art trails. Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel, 20 minutes away, offers ice bar tours and snowmobile trips. Excursions to Sami reindeer herding camps, 30 minutes out, include lavvu tent visits and lassoing demos. The Tirpitz Museum, 15 minutes west, details WWII coastal defenses. Local markets sell cloudberries. Peak season December to March for aurora viewing; buses cost 50 NOK. Dining includes king crab at fjord cafes. Souvenirs feature Sami silver spoons. Taxis average 100-150 NOK short trips. Snowshoe rentals available for winter fjord trails.

Cross Arctic Circle
Day 11Saturday, Oct 16

Cross Arctic Circle

Arrival:Departure:

Cross Arctic Circle offers scenic cruising without docking. Travelers celebrate the polar crossing with shipboard ceremonies. No excursions or facilities exist; activities are ship-based. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for Arctic cruising. Photography captures polar seascapes and midnight sun vistas. Dining onboard includes international dishes, reflecting the global journey. Souvenirs, like nautical crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Arctic exploration history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cold climate, while comfortable shoes enhance deck walks. Crossing the Arctic Circle offers a unique maritime stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ceremonial events and polar scenery, making the Arctic Circle an engaging destination.

Kristiansand, Norway
Day 12Wednesday, Oct 27

Kristiansand, Norway

Arrival: 8:00 AMDeparture: 5:00 PM

Kristiansand, Norway, has docking at Kristiansand Port. Travelers explore the old town and Kristiansand Cathedral. Excursions visit Setesdal’s folk museums. Local markets sell smoked mackerel. The peak season, June to August, brings mild weather. Photography captures coastal vistas and wooden houses. Dining onboard includes fårikål, a Norwegian lamb stew. Souvenirs, like Viking crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Norwegian history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the cool climate. Comfortable shoes enhance town walks. Kristiansand’s coastal charm offers a serene Norwegian stop, blending heritage with scenic beauty.

Bergen, Norway
Day 13Thursday, Oct 28

Bergen, Norway

Arrival: 8:00 AMDeparture: 5:00 PM

Bergen, Norway, offers docking at Bergen Port. Travelers explore Bryggen Wharf and Mount Fløyen. Excursions visit Hardangerfjord. Local markets sell fiskesuppe. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Hanseatic buildings and fjord vistas. Dining onboard includes fårikål, a Norwegian favorite. Souvenirs, like troll crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Viking history. Light layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while sturdy shoes enhance fjord hikes. Bergen’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Norwegian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO landmarks and scenic fjords, making Bergen an engaging destination for exploring Norway’s west coast.

At Sea
Day 14Friday, Oct 29

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AMDeparture: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Rotterdam, Netherlands
Day 15Saturday, Oct 30

Rotterdam, Netherlands

Arrival: 7:00 AMDeparture:

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.

Weather Forecast

MS Nieuw Statendam - October 16, 2027 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Rotterdam, Netherlands

October

Typical Weather

75°F

Average High

34°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.10in

Daily average

3.1 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
88 / 100
safer than 88% of all cruises
88
8
/ 10
Rotterdam, Netherlands
Rotterdam
Rotterdam is a safe cruise destination with a low crime rate, though travelers should remain vigilant in crowded areas.
9
/ 10
Alesund, Norway
Alesund
Alesund, Norway, offers a safe environment for travelers with low crime rates and excellent infrastructure for a worry-free experience.
9
/ 10
Andalsnes, Norway
Andalsnes
Andalsnes, Norway, features low crime rates and strong public safety measures, providing a secure environment for travelers.
9
/ 10
Trondheim, Norway
Trondheim
Trondheim is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, but travelers should stay vigilant in crowded areas for pickpocketing.
10
/ 10
Cruise Trondheimsfjord
Trondheimsfjord
Cruise Trondheimsfjord prioritizes safety, allowing travelers to enjoy onboard amenities and fjord views securely from their ships.
7
/ 10
Cross Arctic Circle
Arctic Circle
The port offers a low crime risk but travelers should stay informed about potential extreme weather conditions for safety.
9
/ 10
Tromso, Norway
Tromso
Tromsø offers a safe environment for cruise travelers, with low crime rates and reliable infrastructure for independent exploration.
9
/ 10
Alta, Norway
Alta
Alta, Norway, offers low crime rates and reliable infrastructure, providing a safe environment for cruise travelers to explore.
9
/ 10
Kristiansand, Norway
Kristiansand
Kristiansand, Norway, offers a safe environment for travelers with a low crime rate and strong public safety standards.
9
/ 10
Bergen, Norway
Bergen
Bergen is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, but travelers should stay vigilant for occasional pickpocketing in tourist areas.

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 16, 2027?

This is a 14-night cruise itinerary departing from Rotterdam, Netherlands.

What ports does the MS Nieuw Statendam visit on the October 16, 2027 cruise?

This route includes rotterdam-netherlands, alesund-norway, andalsnes-norway, trondheim-norway, cruise-trondheimsfjord, cross-arctic-circle, tromso-norway, alta-norway, kristiansand-norway, bergen-norway.

How many sea days are included on this MS Nieuw Statendam October 16, 2027 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 2 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the MS Nieuw Statendam sailing on October 16, 2027?

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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Last Updated: Apr 3, 2026