MS Noordam itinerary map for May 11, 2025 (7 nights)
MS Noordam cruise ship

MS Noordam — May 11, 20257-Night Glacier Discovery Northbound on Holland America

This 7-night cruise aboard the MS Noordam departs from Vancouver, British Columbia on Sunday, May 11, 2025 and returns on Sunday, May 18th. May weather across this route averages 65°/22°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 8.8 out of 10, averaged across 8 ports.

Cruise Length
7
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Vancouver
British Columbia
Port Stops
8
Sea Days
0

Cruise Price - MS Noordam May 11, 2025

MS Noordam · May 11, 2025

The graph below tracks historic price of the MS Noordam cruise ship departing May 11, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $599 ($86 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $716 ($103 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 16%.

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Inside
$599
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Oceanview
$644
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Balcony
$1,694
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Suite
$2,624

Price History – MS Noordam May 11, 2025

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MS Noordam
May 11, 2025
$599
16% vs avg: $716

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 7 Night Glacier Discovery Northbound (Vancouver To Whittier)

MS Noordam · May 11, 2025

The MS Noordam sails on May 11, 2025 for a 7 Night Glacier Discovery Northbound (Vancouver To Whittier). The ship will depart the port of Vancouver, British Columbia at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Whittier (Anchorage), Alaska on May 18th at 1:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the MS Noordam will visit 7 additional ports and will spend 0 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

7 Night Glacier Discovery Northbound (Vancouver To Whittier)

  • MAY11
    Vancouver, British Columbia
    Vancouver, British Columbia
    A: — - D: 4:00 PM
  • MAY11
    Cruise Inside Passage, Alaska
    Cruise Inside Passage, Alaska
    A: — - D: —
  • MAY13
    Ketchikan, Alaska
    Ketchikan, Alaska
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
  • MAY14
    Juneau, Alaska
    Juneau, Alaska
    A: 10:00 AM - D: 10:00 PM
  • MAY15
    Skagway, Alaska
    Skagway, Alaska
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 8:00 PM
  • MAY16
    Cruise Glacier Bay
    Cruise Glacier Bay
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • MAY17
    Cruise College Fjord, Alaska
    Cruise College Fjord, Alaska
    A: 6:00 PM - D: 8:00 PM
  • MAY18
    Whittier (Anchorage), Alaska
    Whittier (Anchorage), Alaska
    A: 1:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

May 11, 2025 · 7 Night Glacier Discovery Northbound (Vancouver To Whittier)

Vancouver, British Columbia — Day 1 of MS Noordam May 11, 2025 cruise
Day 1•Sunday, May 11

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 11, 2025 cruise
Day 2•Sunday, May 11

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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Ketchikan, Alaska — Day 3 of MS Noordam May 11, 2025 cruise
Day 3•Tuesday, May 13

Ketchikan, Alaska

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 3:00 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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Juneau, Alaska — Day 4 of MS Noordam May 11, 2025 cruise
Day 4•Wednesday, May 14

Juneau, Alaska

Arrival: 10:00 AM•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 5 of MS Noordam May 11, 2025 cruise
Day 5•Thursday, May 15

Skagway, Alaska

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 8:00 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 Glacier Bay — Day 6 of MS Noordam May 11, 2025 cruise
Day 6•Friday, May 16

Cruise Glacier Bay

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Cruise Glacier Bay, Alaska, offers scenic cruising without docking. Travelers view Margerie Glacier and humpback whales from the ship. Excursions include ranger-led tours. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for glacier tours. 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 spotting. Glacier Bay’s natural allure offers a vibrant Alaskan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of glacial landscapes and marine wildlife, making Glacier Bay an engaging destination.

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Cruise College Fjord, Alaska — Day 7 of MS Noordam May 11, 2025 cruise
Day 7•Saturday, May 17

Cruise College Fjord, Alaska

Arrival: 6:00 PM•Departure: 8:00 PM

Cruise College Fjord, Alaska, no docking; ships cruise Prince William Sound. Travelers spot harbor seals. Lectures cover Harriman Expedition. No facilities; provisions from ship. Peak season June to August; weather unpredictable. Photography captures Harvard Glacier. Dining limited to ship. Souvenirs include glacier postcards.

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Whittier (Anchorage), Alaska — Day 8 of MS Noordam May 11, 2025 cruise
Day 8•Sunday, May 18

Whittier (Anchorage), Alaska

Arrival: 1:00 AM•Departure: —

Whittier (Anchorage), Alaska, offers docking at Whittier Port with excursions to Anchorage. Travelers explore Chugach National Forest and Alaska Native Heritage Center. Excursions include glacier cruises. Local markets sell smoked salmon. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for coastal tours. Photography captures glaciers and Prince William Sound vistas. Dining onboard includes halibut, an Alaskan favorite. Souvenirs, like totem crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Chugach history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while sturdy shoes enhance forest walks. Whittier’s glacial charm offers a vibrant Alaskan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural beauty and cultural heritage, making Whittier an engaging destination.

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Weather Forecast

MS Noordam - May 11, 2025 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
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
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 Glacier Bay
Glacier Bay
Passengers remain aboard their cruise ships in Glacier Bay, ensuring a safe experience while enjoying the scenic views.
10
/ 10
Cruise College Fjord, Alaska
College Fjord
Passengers can safely enjoy breathtaking views of College Fjord from their cruise ships without the need to disembark.
8
/ 10
Whittier (Anchorage), Alaska
Whittier
Whittier is a safe cruise destination with a low crime rate, but travelers should remain aware of their surroundings and environmental hazards.

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 11, 2025 FAQ

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What's the weather like on the MS Noordam May 11, 2025 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 7-night route, May averages 65°F highs and 22°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the May 11, 2025 MS Noordam itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 8.8 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, averaged across 8 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 11, 2025 at 4:00 PM and returns on Sunday, May 18th, 2025 at 1:00 AM. Total duration: 7 nights.

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