MS Noordam itinerary map for December 22, 2024 (14 nights)

MS Noordam — December 22, 202414-Night Far East Discovery Holiday on Holland America

This 14-night cruise aboard the MS Noordam departs from Singapore on Sunday, December 22, 2024 and returns on Sunday, Jan 5th. December weather across this route averages 87°/67°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.0 out of 10, averaged across 6 ports.

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 14 Night Far East Discovery Holiday (Singapore Roundtrip)

MS Noordam · December 22, 2024

The MS Noordam sails on December 22, 2024 for a 14 Night Far East Discovery Holiday (Singapore Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Singapore at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of Singapore on Jan 5th at 6:00 AM. During the 14-day journey, the MS Noordam will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 5 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

14 Night Far East Discovery Holiday (Singapore Roundtrip)

DEC22
Singapore
A: — - D: 3:00 PM
DEC23
At Sea
A: — - D: —
DEC24
Ko Samui, Thailand
A: 7:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
DEC25
Laem Chabang (bangkok), Thailand
A: 7:00 AM - D: —
DEC22
Laem Chabang (bangkok), Thailand
A: — - D: 3:00 PM
DEC27
Sihanoukville, Cambodia
A: 7:00 AM - D: 8:00 PM
DEC28
At Sea
A: — - D: —
DEC29
Phu My (ho Chi Minh City), Vietnam
A: 6:00 AM - D: 10:00 PM
DEC30
At Sea
A: — - D: —
DEC31
Da Nang, Vietnam
A: 7:00 AM - D: —
DEC22
Da Nang, Vietnam
A: — - D: 3:00 PM
JAN02
At Sea
A: — - D: —
JAN03
At Sea
A: — - D: —
JAN04
Singapore
A: 6:00 AM - D: —

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Cruise Ports

December 22, 2024 · 14 Night Far East Discovery Holiday (Singapore Roundtrip)

Day 1•Sunday, Dec 22

Singapore

Arrival: —•Departure: 3:00 PM

Singapore offers docking at Marina Bay Cruise Centre. Travelers explore Gardens by the Bay and Merlion Park. Excursions visit Sentosa Island. Local markets sell Hainanese chicken rice. The peak season, November to March, brings milder weather for city tours. Photography captures futuristic skylines and Singapore Strait vistas. Dining onboard includes laksa, a Singaporean favorite. Souvenirs, like orchid crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Peranakan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Singapore’s urban charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modern landmarks and cultural heritage, making Singapore an engaging destination for exploration.

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Day 2•Monday, Dec 23

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the MS Noordam — featuring Canaletto, Club Hal, Northern Lights Nightclub & Photo Shop.

Day 3•Tuesday, Dec 24

Ko Samui, Thailand

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 3:00 PM

Ko Samui, Thailand, has docking at Nathon Port. Travelers explore Big Buddha Temple and Chaweng Beach. Excursions visit Ang Thong Marine Park. Local markets sell coconut candy. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather. Photography captures palm-lined beaches and limestone islands. Dining onboard includes khao soi, a Thai noodle dish. Souvenirs, like silk scarves, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Thai culture. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate. Snorkeling gear enhances marine park exploration. Ko Samui’s vibrant beaches offer a lively Thai stop, blending culture with tropical allure.

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Day 4•Wednesday, Dec 25

Laem Chabang (bangkok), Thailand

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: —

Laem Chabang, Thailand, has docking at Laem Chabang Port with excursions to Bangkok. Travelers explore Wat Pho’s reclining Buddha and Grand Palace. Excursions visit Pattaya’s beaches. Local markets sell mango sticky rice. The peak season, November to February, brings dry weather. Photography captures temples and urban skylines. Dining onboard includes tom kha gai, a Thai soup. Souvenirs, like silk scarves, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Thai history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate. Comfortable shoes enhance temple tours. Laem Chabang’s access to Bangkok offers a vibrant Thai stop, blending culture with urban energy.

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Day 5•Thursday, Dec 26

Laem Chabang (bangkok), Thailand

Arrival: —•Departure: 3:00 PM

Returning to Laem Chabang (bangkok), Thailand — see Day 4 above for port info.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 6•Friday, Dec 27

Sihanoukville, Cambodia

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 8:00 PM

Sihanoukville, Cambodia, offers docking at Sihanoukville Port. Travelers explore Otres Beach and Ream National Park. Excursions include snorkeling at Koh Rong. Local markets sell lok lak. The peak season, November to March, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures sandy beaches and Gulf of Thailand vistas. Dining onboard includes kuy teav, a Cambodian favorite. Souvenirs, like krama scarves, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Khmer history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Sihanoukville’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Cambodian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic beaches and marine adventures, making Sihanoukville an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 7•Saturday, Dec 28

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the MS Noordam — featuring Canaletto, Club Hal, Northern Lights Nightclub & Photo Shop.

Day 8•Sunday, Dec 29

Phu My (ho Chi Minh City), Vietnam

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 10:00 PM

Phu My (Ho Chi Minh City), Vietnam, offers docking at Phu My Port with excursions to Ho Chi Minh City. Travelers explore Notre-Dame Basilica and Cu Chi Tunnels. Excursions visit Mekong Delta. Local markets sell phở. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for city tours. Photography captures colonial architecture and South China Sea vistas. Dining onboard includes banh mi, a Vietnamese favorite. Souvenirs, like lacquerware, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Viet history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Phu My’s cultural gateway offers a vibrant Vietnamese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic deltas, making Phu My an engaging destination.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 9•Monday, Dec 30

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the MS Noordam — featuring Canaletto, Club Hal, Northern Lights Nightclub & Photo Shop.

Day 10•Tuesday, Dec 31

Da Nang, Vietnam

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: —

Da Nang in Vietnam has docking at Tien Sa Port. Travelers explore Hoi An’s ancient town, a UNESCO site. Excursions visit Marble Mountains’ caves. Local markets sell silk lanterns. The peak season, February to August, avoids monsoons; taxis cost 100,000-200,000 VND. Photography captures Cham temples. Dining onboard includes banh mi. Souvenirs, like lacquerware, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover cultural heritage. Light clothing suits the tropical climate. Da Nang’s beaches and history provide a vibrant Vietnamese coastal stop.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 11•Wednesday, Jan 1

Da Nang, Vietnam

Arrival: —•Departure: 3:00 PM

Returning to Da Nang, Vietnam — see Day 10 above for port info.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 12•Thursday, Jan 2

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the MS Noordam — featuring Canaletto, Club Hal, Northern Lights Nightclub & Photo Shop.

Day 13•Friday, Jan 3

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the MS Noordam — featuring Canaletto, Club Hal, Northern Lights Nightclub & Photo Shop.

Day 14•Saturday, Jan 4

Singapore

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: —

Returning to Singapore — see Day 1 above for port info.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

MS Noordam - December 22, 2024 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Singapore

🌧️

December

Typical Weather

88°F

Average High

73°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.38in

Daily average

11.8 in monthly total

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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

70 / 100

safer than 70% of all cruises

/ 10

Singapore

Singapore is one of the safest cities in the world, offering travelers a secure environment to explore with confidence.

/ 10

Ko Samui

Cruise travelers in Ko Samui should stay vigilant against petty theft and scams while exercising caution in traffic for a safe visit.

/ 10

Laem Chabang

Laem Chabang is safe, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty crime and scams, especially in nearby Bangkok, and be cautious of traffic.

/ 10

Sihanoukville

Travelers in Sihanoukville should stay vigilant and exercise caution due to increased petty crime and occasional violent incidents.

/ 10

Phu My

The port area is generally safe, but travelers should stay vigilant against petty theft and scams in crowded areas of Ho Chi Minh City.

/ 10

Da Nang

Cruise travelers should stay vigilant against petty theft and scams, especially in crowded areas, and exercise caution while navigating traffic.

Cruise Ship

⚓ 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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What's the weather like on the MS Noordam December 22, 2024 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 14-night route, December averages 87°F highs and 67°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the December 22, 2024 MS Noordam itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 7.0 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 Singapore on Sunday, December 22, 2024 at 3:00 PM and returns on Sunday, Jan 5th, 2025 at 6:00 AM. Total duration: 14 nights.

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Last Updated: May 19, 2026