What ports does the MS Noordam visit on March 16th, 2025?

This itinerary visits the following ports: 1. Yokohama (tokyo), Japan, 2. Kagoshima, Japan, 3. Nagasaki, Japan, 4. Busan (Pusan), South Korea, 5. Jeju City, Jeju-Do, (cheju-Do), South Korea, 6. Incheon (seoul). South Korea, 7. Cruise Kanmon Straits, Japan, 8. Hiroshima, Japan, 9. Kochi, Japan, 10. Kobe (kyoto), Japan, 11. Shimizu, Japan.

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14 Night Japan & South Korea Discovery on Holland America MS Noordam

March 16, 2025

MS Noordam March 16, 2025

The MS Noordam March 16, 2025 cruise departs from Yokohama (tokyo), Japan. On this 14 Night Japan & South Korea Discovery (Yokohama Roundtrip) sailing, the MS Noordam will visit a total of 11 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Sunday, Mar 16th and returns on Sunday, Mar 30th, 2025.

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Yokohama

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MS Noordam · March 16, 2025

The MS Noordam sails on March 16, 2025 for a 14 Night Japan & South Korea Discovery (Yokohama Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Yokohama (tokyo), Japan at 5:00 PM and will return to the port of Yokohama (tokyo), Japan on Mar 30th at 6:30 AM. During the 15-day journey, the MS Noordam will visit 10 additional ports and will spend 3 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

14 Night Japan & South Korea Discovery (Yokohama Roundtrip)

MAR16
Yokohama (tokyo), Japan
A: — - D: 5:00 PM
MAR17
At Sea
A: — - D: —
MAR18
Kagoshima, Japan
A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
MAR19
Nagasaki, Japan
A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
MAR20
Busan (Pusan), South Korea
A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
MAR21
Jeju City, Jeju-Do, (cheju-Do), South Korea
A: 7:00 AM - D: 1:00 PM
MAR22
Incheon (seoul). South Korea
A: 7:00 AM - D: 8:00 PM
MAR23
At Sea
A: — - D: —
MAR16
Cruise Kanmon Straits, Japan
A: — - D: —
MAR25
Hiroshima, Japan
A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
MAR26
Kochi, Japan
A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
MAR27
Kobe (kyoto), Japan
A: 8:00 AM - D: 11:00 PM
MAR28
At Sea
A: — - D: —
MAR29
Shimizu, Japan
A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
MAR30
Yokohama (tokyo), Japan
A: 6:30 AM - D: —

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Cruise Ports

March 16, 2025 · 14 Night Japan & South Korea Discovery (Yokohama Roundtrip)

Day 1•Sunday, Mar 16

Yokohama (tokyo), Japan

Arrival: —•Departure: 5:00 PM

Yokohama (Tokyo), Japan, offers docking at Yokohama Port with excursions to Tokyo. Travelers explore Senso-ji Temple and Shibuya Crossing. Excursions visit Kamakura’s Great Buddha. Local markets sell yakitori. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures neon streets and Tokyo Bay vistas. Dining onboard includes sushi, a Japanese favorite. Souvenirs, like ukiyo-e prints, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Edo history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Yokohama’s urban gateway offers a vibrant Japanese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic temples and modern cityscapes, making Yokohama an engaging destination.

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Day 2•Monday, Mar 17

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Day 3•Tuesday, Mar 18

Kagoshima, Japan

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Kagoshima, Japan, has docking at Kagoshima Port. Travelers explore Sakurajima volcano’s active trails. Excursions visit Sengan-en Garden’s historic grounds. Local markets sell shochu. The peak season, March to May, brings cherry blossoms. Photography captures volcanic landscapes and coastal vistas. Dining onboard includes kurobuta pork, a Kagoshima specialty. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Kyushu’s history. Light layers suit the temperate climate. Sturdy shoes enhance volcano hikes. Kagoshima’s volcanic beauty offers a dynamic Japanese stop, blending nature with cultural heritage.

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Day 4•Wednesday, Mar 19

Nagasaki, Japan

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Nagasaki, Japan, offers docking at Nagasaki Port. Travelers explore the Peace Park and Atomic Bomb Museum. Excursions visit Glover Garden’s colonial mansions. Local markets sell champon noodles. The peak season, March to May, brings cherry blossoms and mild weather. Photography captures historic sites and Dejima Island views. Dining onboard includes sara udon, a Nagasaki dish. Souvenirs, like castella cakes, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Nagasaki’s WWII history. Light layers suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance park walks. Nagasaki’s blend of history and resilience offers a poignant Japanese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of somber memorials, colonial heritage, and scenic harbors, making Nagasaki an engaging destination for exploring Japan’s cultural and historical depth on Kyushu Island.

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Day 5•Thursday, Mar 20

Busan (Pusan), South Korea

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Busan, South Korea, in the southeast, sits on the Korea Strait, facing the Sea of Japan. The port is near Jagalchi Fish Market, where fresh seafood is sold daily. Haeundae Beach offers urban waterfront access, while Beomeosa Temple, in the forested hills, provides cultural history. The Gamcheon Culture Village, with colorful houses, draws visitors for its art and narrow alleys. Busan’s port history as a trading hub is evident in its maritime museum. The nearby Nakdong River Estuary is a birdwatching site, and the city’s coastal cliffs offer walking trails with ocean views.

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Day 6•Friday, Mar 21

Jeju City, Jeju-Do, (cheju-Do), South Korea

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 1:00 PM

Jeju City, South Korea, has docking at Jeju Port. Travelers explore Seongsan Ilchulbong’s volcanic crater. Excursions visit Manjanggul Lava Tube. Local markets sell tangerines. The peak season, April to June, brings mild weather. Photography captures volcanic landscapes and coastal vistas. Dining onboard includes haemul jeongol, a seafood hotpot. Souvenirs, like lava stone crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Jeju’s geology. Light clothing suits the temperate climate. Sturdy shoes enhance hikes. Jeju City’s volcanic beauty offers a vibrant South Korean stop, immersing travelers in its natural wonders.

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Day 7•Saturday, Mar 22

Incheon (seoul). South Korea

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 8:00 PM

Incheon, South Korea, has docking at Incheon Port with excursions to Seoul. Travelers explore Gyeongbokgung Palace and Myeongdong markets. Excursions visit DMZ’s historic sites. Local markets sell kimchi. The peak season, April to June, brings mild weather. Photography captures palaces and urban skylines. Dining onboard includes bulgogi, a Korean favorite. Souvenirs, like hanbok dolls, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Korean history. Light layers suit the temperate climate. Comfortable shoes enhance city tours. Incheon’s access to Seoul offers a vibrant South Korean stop, blending culture with modern energy.

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Day 8•Sunday, Mar 23

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Day 9•Sunday, Mar 16

Cruise Kanmon Straits, Japan

Arrival: —•Departure: —

Kanmon Straits, Japan, no docking; ships transit the narrow strait. Travelers spot fishing boats. Lectures cover WWII history. No facilities; provisions from ship. Peak season April to October; tides affect. Photography captures Shimonoseki bridges. Dining onboard includes fugu. Souvenirs, like strait postcards, in ship shops. Briefings on navigation. The straits connect Honshu and Kyushu efficiently.

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Day 10•Tuesday, Mar 25

Hiroshima, Japan

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Hiroshima, Japan, has docking at Hiroshima Port. Travelers explore Peace Memorial Park and Atomic Bomb Dome. Excursions visit Miyajima’s floating Itsukushima Shrine. Local markets sell okonomiyaki. The peak season, March to May, brings cherry blossoms. Photography captures historic sites and island shrines. Dining onboard includes Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki. Souvenirs, like peace cranes, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover WWII history. Light layers suit the temperate climate. Comfortable shoes enhance park walks. Hiroshima’s poignant history offers a profound Japanese stop, blending peace advocacy with cultural heritage.

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Day 11•Wednesday, Mar 26

Kochi, Japan

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Kochi, Japan, has docking at Kochi Port. Travelers explore Kochi Castle’s samurai history. Excursions visit Katsurahama Beach and Ryugado Cave. Local markets sell bonito flakes. The peak season, March to May, brings mild weather. Photography captures castle views and Pacific shores. Dining onboard includes katsuo tataki, a local seared tuna. Souvenirs, like yosakoi crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Shikoku’s history. Light layers suit the temperate climate. Comfortable shoes enhance castle tours. Kochi’s coastal heritage offers a serene Japanese stop, blending samurai history with scenic beauty.

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Day 12•Thursday, Mar 27

Kobe (kyoto), Japan

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 11:00 PM

Kobe, Japan, has docking at Kobe Port with excursions to Kyoto. Travelers explore Kyoto’s Kinkaku-ji Temple and Fushimi Inari Shrine. Excursions visit Arashiyama’s bamboo forest. Local markets sell matcha sweets. The peak season, March to May, brings cherry blossoms. Photography captures temples and gardens. Dining onboard includes kaiseki, a Japanese multi-course meal. Souvenirs, like sensu fans, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Kyoto’s history. Light layers suit the temperate climate. Comfortable shoes enhance temple tours. Kobe’s access to Kyoto offers a profound Japanese stop, blending heritage with cultural richness.

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Day 13•Friday, Mar 28

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Day 14•Saturday, Mar 29

Shimizu, Japan

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Shimizu, Japan, offers docking at Shimizu Port. Travelers explore Mount Fuji viewpoints and Nihondaira’s tea gardens. Excursions visit Shizuoka’s Toro Ruins. Local markets sell wasabi. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Fuji’s slopes and Suruga Bay vistas. Dining onboard includes unagi, a Japanese favorite. Souvenirs, like tea crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Shizuoka history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance garden walks. Shimizu’s scenic charm offers a vibrant Japanese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural beauty and cultural heritage, making Shimizu an engaging destination for exploring Japan’s Fuji region.

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Day 15•Sunday, Mar 30

Yokohama (tokyo), Japan

Arrival: 6:30 AM•Departure: —

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Weather Forecast

MS Noordam - March 16, 2025 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Yokohama (tokyo), Japan

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March

Typical Weather

74°F

Average High

24°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.15in

Daily average

4.5 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

90 / 100

safer than 90% of all cruises

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Yokohama

Yokohama is a safe cruise port with low crime rates, a strong police presence, and tourists should remain vigilant in crowded areas.

/ 10

Kagoshima

Kagoshima is a safe port city for tourists, featuring a low crime rate and a welcoming atmosphere for confident exploration.

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Nagasaki

Nagasaki offers a safe environment for travelers, with low crime rates and a friendly community, ensuring a secure visit with standard precautions.

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Busan

Busan is a safe destination for travelers, with low crime rates and a strong police presence, though caution is advised in crowded areas.

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Jeju City

Jeju City is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, allowing travelers to explore confidently despite minor petty theft risks.

/ 10

Incheon

Incheon offers a secure environment for travelers, featuring low crime rates, a strong police presence, and efficient public services.

/ 10

Kanmon Straits

Cruise Kanmon Straits offers a secure environment with low crime rates, allowing travelers to enjoy their journey aboard the ships.

/ 10

Hiroshima

Hiroshima is a safe destination for cruise travelers, with low crime rates and a focus on public safety and traffic regulations.

/ 10

Kochi

Kochi, Japan, features low crime rates and strong public safety measures, providing a secure environment for cruise travelers.

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Kobe

Kobe offers exceptional safety and low crime rates, ensuring a secure experience for cruise travelers exploring the area.

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Shimizu

Shimizu, Japan, offers a safe environment for travelers with low crime rates and well-maintained facilities, ensuring a secure visit.

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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Itinerary FAQ

How many nights is the MS Noordam sailing on March 16, 2025?

This is a 14-night cruise itinerary departing from Yokohama (tokyo), Japan.

What ports does the MS Noordam visit on the March 16, 2025 cruise?

This route includes yokohama-tokyo-japan, kagoshima-japan, nagasaki-japan, busan-south-korea, jeju-south-korea, incheon-seoul-south-korea, cruise-kanmon-straits-japan, hiroshima-japan, kochi-japan, kobe-kyoto-japan, shimizu-japan.

How many sea days are included on this MS Noordam March 16, 2025 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 3 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the MS Noordam sailing on March 16, 2025?

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 Noordam itinerary?

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Last Updated: Mar 22, 2026