MS Noordam itinerary map for May 5, 2024 (7 nights)
MS Noordam cruise ship

MS Noordam — May 5, 20247-Night Alaskan Inside Passage on Holland America

This 7-night cruise aboard the MS Noordam departs from Vancouver, British Columbia on Sunday, May 5, 2024 and returns on Sunday, May 12th. May weather across this route averages 67°/25°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 8.8 out of 10, averaged across 6 ports.

Cruise Length
7
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Vancouver
British Columbia
Port Stops
6
Sea Days
0

Cruise Price - MS Noordam May 5, 2024

MS Noordam · May 5, 2024

The graph below tracks historic price of the MS Noordam cruise ship departing May 5, 2024. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $399 ($57 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $395 ($57 per night), this represents a recent increase of 1%.

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Inside
$399
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Oceanview
$664
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Balcony
$953
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Suite
$2,579

Price History – MS Noordam May 5, 2024

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MS Noordam
May 5, 2024
$399
1% vs avg: $395

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 7 Night Alaskan Inside Passage (Vancouver Roundtrip)

MS Noordam · May 5, 2024

The MS Noordam sails on May 5, 2024 for a 7 Night Alaskan Inside Passage (Vancouver Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Vancouver, British Columbia at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Vancouver, British Columbia on May 12th at 7:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the MS Noordam will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 0 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

7 Night Alaskan Inside Passage (Vancouver Roundtrip)

  • MAY05
    Vancouver, British Columbia
    Vancouver, British Columbia
    A: — - D: 4:00 PM
  • MAY05
    Cruise Inside Passage, Alaska
    Cruise Inside Passage, Alaska
    A: — - D: —
  • MAY07
    Juneau, Alaska
    Juneau, Alaska
    A: 1:00 PM - D: 10:00 PM
  • MAY08
    Skagway, Alaska
    Skagway, Alaska
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 9:00 PM
  • MAY09
    Cruise Endicott Arm & Dawes Glacier
    Cruise Endicott Arm & Dawes Glacier
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 2:00 PM
  • MAY10
    Ketchikan, Alaska
    Ketchikan, Alaska
    A: 11:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • MAY05
    Cruise Inside Passage, Alaska
    Cruise Inside Passage, Alaska
    A: — - D: —
  • MAY12
    Vancouver, British Columbia
    Vancouver, British Columbia
    A: 7:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

May 5, 2024 · 7 Night Alaskan Inside Passage (Vancouver Roundtrip)

Vancouver, British Columbia — Day 1 of MS Noordam May 5, 2024 cruise
Day 1•Sunday, May 5

Vancouver, British Columbia

Arrival: —•Departure: 4:00 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.

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Cruise Inside Passage, Alaska — Day 2 of MS Noordam May 5, 2024 cruise
Day 2•Sunday, May 5

Cruise Inside Passage, Alaska

Arrival: —•Departure: —

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.

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Juneau, Alaska — Day 3 of MS Noordam May 5, 2024 cruise
Day 3•Tuesday, May 7

Juneau, Alaska

Arrival: 1:00 PM•Departure: 10:00 PM

Juneau, Alaska, offers docking at Juneau Port. Travelers explore Mendenhall Glacier and Mount Roberts Tramway. Excursions include whale-watching tours. Local markets sell smoked salmon. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for coastal tours. Photography captures glaciers and Inside Passage vistas. Dining onboard includes king crab, 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 sturdy shoes enhance glacier hikes. Juneau’s natural charm offers a vibrant Alaskan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of stunning glaciers and marine wildlife, making Juneau an engaging destination for exploration.

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Skagway, Alaska — Day 4 of MS Noordam May 5, 2024 cruise
Day 4•Wednesday, May 8

Skagway, Alaska

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 9:00 PM

Skagway, Alaska, offers docking at Skagway Port. Travelers explore Klondike Gold Rush Park and White Pass Railway. Excursions include hiking Chilkoot Trail. Local markets sell smoked salmon. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for coastal tours. Photography captures historic railways and Inside Passage vistas. Dining onboard includes king crab, an Alaskan favorite. Souvenirs, like gold-themed crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Gold Rush history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while sturdy shoes enhance trail hikes. Skagway’s historic charm offers a vibrant Alaskan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of gold rush heritage and scenic mountains, making Skagway an engaging destination.

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Cruise Endicott Arm & Dawes Glacier — Day 5 of MS Noordam May 5, 2024 cruise
Day 5•Thursday, May 9

Cruise Endicott Arm & Dawes Glacier

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 2:00 PM

Cruise Endicott Arm & Dawes Glacier, Alaska, offers scenic cruising without docking. Travelers view Dawes Glacier and granite fjords 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 fjord cruising. Photography captures icebergs and Inside Passage vistas. Dining onboard includes salmon, an Alaskan favorite. Souvenirs, like glacier crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Tlingit history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while binoculars enhance wildlife viewing. Endicott Arm’s natural allure offers a vibrant Alaskan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of glacial beauty and marine life, making Endicott Arm an engaging destination.

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Ketchikan, Alaska — Day 6 of MS Noordam May 5, 2024 cruise
Day 6•Friday, May 10

Ketchikan, Alaska

Arrival: 11:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 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.

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Cruise Inside Passage, Alaska — Day 7 of MS Noordam May 5, 2024 cruise
Day 7•Sunday, May 5

Cruise Inside Passage, Alaska

Arrival: —•Departure: —

Returning to Cruise Inside Passage, Alaska — see Day 2 above for port info.

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Vancouver, British Columbia — Day 8 of MS Noordam May 5, 2024 cruise
Day 8•Sunday, May 12

Vancouver, British Columbia

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: —

Returning to Vancouver, British Columbia — see Day 1 above for port info.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

MS Noordam - May 5, 2024 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Vancouver, British Columbia

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May

Typical Weather

82°F

Average High

30°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.12in

Daily average

3.8 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
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
Juneau, Alaska
Juneau
Juneau is a safe cruise destination with low crime, good infrastructure, and designated tourist areas, but be cautious of environmental hazards.
9
/ 10
Skagway, Alaska
Skagway
Skagway is a safe cruise port with low crime rates, though travelers should exercise caution in isolated areas.
10
/ 10
Cruise Endicott Arm & Dawes Glacier
Endicott Arm
Travelers can safely enjoy breathtaking views of Endicott Arm & Dawes Glacier from their cruise ship without disembarking.
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.

Cruise Ship

MS Noordam

⚓ Tonnage

82,500

vs avg 84,029

🛠️ Year Built

2,006

vs avg 2,008

📏 Length (ft)

936

vs avg 922

👥 Passenger Count

1,916

vs avg 2,157

The MS Noordam has a construction date of 2006 and a total size of 82,500 gross tons. The ship measures 936 feet in length. MS Noordam is included in Holland America’s Vista Class class. At full capacity, the MS Noordam holds 1,916 passengers. That includes 1,116 cruise vacationers and 800 staff members. The MS Noordam total number of staterooms is 986.

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MS Noordam May 5, 2024 FAQ

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What's the weather like on the MS Noordam May 5, 2024 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 7-night route, May averages 67°F highs and 25°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the May 5, 2024 MS Noordam itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 8.8 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, averaged across 6 ports. We weight current travel advisories, recent crime data, and Global Peace Index signals — see the Safety Score section above for the full per-port breakdown.

When does the MS Noordam sail and return on this itinerary?▾

The MS Noordam departs Vancouver, British Columbia on Sunday, May 5, 2024 at 4:00 PM and returns on Sunday, May 12th, 2024 at 7:00 AM. Total duration: 7 nights.

Who is the cruise director for the MS Noordam sailing on May 5, 2024?▾

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