5 Night Alaska Inside Passage (Vancouver Roundtrip)
MS Noordam
MS Noordam
April 30, 2024
5 Night Alaska Inside Passage

MS Noordam - 4/30/2024

The April 30, 2024 cruise on the MS Noordam departs from Vancouver, British Columbia. On this 5 Night Alaska Inside Passage (Vancouver Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 4 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The MS Noordam sets sail on Tuesday, Apr 30th and returns on Sunday, May 5th.

Cruise Length
5
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Vancouver
British Columbia
Port Stops
4
Sea Days
0

Cruise Pricing

The graph below tracks historic price of the MS Noordam cruise ship departing April 30, 2024. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $329 ($66 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $357 ($72 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 8%.

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Inside Cabin
$329
8%
vs Avg $357

Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

MS Noordam - April 30, 2024 - 5 Nights

DayDatePort
1Apr 30thVancouver, British Columbia
2Apr 30thCruise Inside Passage, Alaska
3May 2ndKetchikan, Alaska
4May 3rdPrince Rupert, British Columbia
5Apr 30thCruise Inside Passage, Alaska
6May 5thVancouver, British Columbia

The MS Noordam sails on April 30, 2024 for a 5 Night Alaska Inside Passage (Vancouver Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Vancouver, British Columbia at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of Vancouver, British Columbia on May 5th at 7:00 AM. During the 6-day journey, the MS Noordam will visit 3 additional ports and will spend 0 days at sea.

Itinerary Safety Score

Based on my 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
84 / 100
safer than 84% of all cruises
84
8
/ 10
Vancouver, British Columbia
Vancouver
Vancouver is generally safe for cruise travelers, but visitors should remain vigilant against petty theft in busy urban areas.
10
/ 10
Cruise Inside Passage, Alaska
Inside Passage
The Cruise Inside Passage in Alaska is a safe destination where travelers can explore while remaining secure on their cruise ship.
8
/ 10
Ketchikan, Alaska
Ketchikan
Ketchikan offers a safe environment for travelers with a strong police presence, low crime rates, and standard precautions advised for wildlife.
8
/ 10
Prince Rupert, British Columbia
Prince Rupert
Prince Rupert is generally safe for visitors, but staying aware of your surroundings and exercising caution in some neighborhoods is advised.

Cruise Ship

MS Noordam Size Infographic

MS Noordam

83 k
tonnage
936 ft
length
2006
year built
986
cabins
1,916
passengers
800
crew

MS NOORDAM SIZE

The MS Noordam has a construction date of 2006 and a total size of 82,500 gross tons. The ship measures 936 feet (285 meters) in length. MS Noordam is included in Holland America’s Vista Class Class. At full capacity, the MS Noordam holds 2,716 passengers. That includes 1,916 cruise vacationers and 800 staff members. The MS Noordam total number of staterooms is 986.

MS Noordam Size & Stats

  • Gross Tonnage:82,500 GT
  • Length:936 ft (285 m)
  • Beam:106 ft (32 m)
  • Draft:26 ft (8 m)
  • Max Speed:28 mph (24 kn)
  • Year Built:2006
  • Years Served:2006 - Present
  • Capacity:1,916
  • Crew Members:800
  • Total on Board:2,716
  • Total Staterooms:986
  • Flagged Country:Netherlands
  • Ship Cost:400 Million
  • Status:active

To see how this compares, click through to see MS Noordam 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.

To check out the ship from top to bottom, click here for MS Noordam Deck Plans.

Cruise Ports

Day1
APR 302024
D:3:00 PM

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, offers docking at Canada Place Port. Travelers explore Stanley Park and Gastown. Excursions visit Capilano Suspension Bridge. Local markets sell poutine. The peak season, June to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures urban parks and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes salmon, a BC favorite. Souvenirs, like Inuit crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Salish history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance park walks. Vancouver’s urban charm offers a vibrant Canadian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural beauty and cultural landmarks, making Vancouver an engaging destination for exploring Canada’s west coast. (126 words)

Day2
N/A N/AN/A

Cruise Inside Passage, Alaska, offers scenic cruising without docking. Travelers view fjords and humpback whales from the ship. Excursions include zodiac tours for wildlife spotting. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for coastal cruising. Photography captures glaciers and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes salmon, an Alaskan favorite. Souvenirs, like totem crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Tlingit history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while binoculars enhance wildlife viewing. Inside Passage’s natural allure offers a vibrant Alaskan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of marine life and scenic fjords, making Inside Passage an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day3
MAY 22024
United States
A:8:00 AMD:5:00 PM

Ketchikan, Alaska, offers docking at Ketchikan Port. Travelers explore Totem Bight Park and Creek Street. Excursions include Misty Fjords flights. Local markets sell smoked salmon. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for coastal tours. Photography captures totem poles and Inside Passage vistas. Dining onboard includes halibut, an Alaskan favorite. Souvenirs, like Tlingit crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Native Alaskan history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while sturdy shoes enhance historic walks. Ketchikan’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Alaskan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of native heritage and scenic fjords, making Ketchikan an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day4
MAY 32024
A:8:00 AMD:5:00 PM

Prince Rupert, British Columbia, Canada, offers docking at Prince Rupert Port. Travelers explore North Pacific Cannery and Museum of Northern BC. Excursions include whale-watching tours. Local markets sell smoked salmon. The peak season, June to September, brings milder weather for coastal tours. Photography captures totem poles and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes halibut, a BC favorite. Souvenirs, like Haida crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Tsimshian history. Light layers and waterproof boots suit the temperate climate, while sturdy shoes enhance coastal walks. Prince Rupert’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Canadian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of maritime heritage and scenic fjords, making Prince Rupert an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day5
N/A N/AN/A

Cruise Inside Passage, Alaska, offers scenic cruising without docking. Travelers view fjords and humpback whales from the ship. Excursions include zodiac tours for wildlife spotting. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for coastal cruising. Photography captures glaciers and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes salmon, an Alaskan favorite. Souvenirs, like totem crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Tlingit history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while binoculars enhance wildlife viewing. Inside Passage’s natural allure offers a vibrant Alaskan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of marine life and scenic fjords, making Inside Passage an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day6
MAY 52024
A:7:00 AM

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, offers docking at Canada Place Port. Travelers explore Stanley Park and Gastown. Excursions visit Capilano Suspension Bridge. Local markets sell poutine. The peak season, June to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures urban parks and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes salmon, a BC favorite. Souvenirs, like Inuit crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Salish history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance park walks. Vancouver’s urban charm offers a vibrant Canadian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural beauty and cultural landmarks, making Vancouver an engaging destination for exploring Canada’s west coast. (126 words)