27 Night South Pacific Crossing (Seattle To Sydney)
MS Noordam
MS Noordam
October 12, 2025
27 Night South Pacific Crossing

MS Noordam - 10/12/2025

The October 12, 2025 cruise on the MS Noordam departs from Seattle, Washington. On this 27 Night South Pacific Crossing (Seattle To Sydney) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 11 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The MS Noordam sets sail on Sunday, Oct 12th and returns on Saturday, Nov 8th.

Cruise Length
27
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Seattle
Washington
Port Stops
11
Sea Days
17

Cruise Pricing

The graph below tracks historic price of the MS Noordam cruise ship departing October 12, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $2,589 ($96 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $3,052 ($114 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 15%.

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Inside Cabin
$2,589
15%
vs Avg $3,052

Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

MS Noordam - October 12, 2025 - 27 Nights

DayDatePort
1Oct 12thSeattle, Washington
2Oct 13thAt Sea
3Oct 14thAt Sea
4Oct 15thAt Sea
5Oct 16thAt Sea
6Oct 17thAt Sea
7Oct 18thAt Sea
8Oct 19thHonolulu, Oahu
9Oct 12thHonolulu, Oahu
10Oct 21stKahului, Maui, Hawaii
11Oct 22ndNawiliwili, Kauai
12Oct 23rdAt Sea
13Oct 24thAt Sea
14Oct 25thAt Sea
15Oct 26thAt Sea
16Oct 27thAt Sea
17Oct 28thAt Sea
18Oct 29thApia, Samoa
18Oct 12thCross International Dateline
19Oct 30thAt Sea
20Oct 31stSavusavu, Fiji
21Nov 1stLautoka, Fiji Islands
22Oct 12thLautoka, Fiji Islands
23Nov 3rdSuva, Fiji
24Nov 4thAt Sea
25Nov 5thMystery Island, Vanuatu
26Nov 6thAt Sea
27Nov 7thAt Sea
28Nov 8thAt Sea
29Nov 9thSydney, Australia
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The MS Noordam sails on October 12, 2025 for a 27 Night South Pacific Crossing (Seattle To Sydney). The ship will depart the port of Seattle, Washington at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Sydney, Australia on Nov 8th at 6:00 AM. During the 30-day journey, the MS Noordam will visit 10 additional ports and will spend 17 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
77 / 100
safer than 77% of all cruises
77
7
/ 10
Seattle, Washington
Seattle
Travelers in Seattle should stay vigilant and secure their belongings, as some downtown areas may have higher risks of petty theft.
8
/ 10
Honolulu, Oahu
Honolulu
Travelers should remain vigilant in crowded areas, secure belongings, and exercise caution, especially after dark, to ensure safety.
9
/ 10
Kahului, Maui, Hawaii
Kahului
Kahului is a safe cruise port with low crime rates and a welcoming atmosphere, ensuring a secure environment for travelers.
9
/ 10
Nawiliwili, Kauai
Nawiliwili
Nawiliwili is a safe cruise port with low crime rates, but travelers should remain vigilant against vehicle break-ins and outdoor hazards.
8
/ 10
Apia, Samoa
Apia
Apia, Samoa, is safe for cruise travelers, but they should remain vigilant against petty theft and be cautious of infrastructure after dark.
9
/ 10
Cross International Dateline
Int'l Dateline
The Cross International Dateline port is generally safe for cruise travelers, primarily involving a secure open ocean crossing.
8
/ 10
Savusavu, Fiji
Savusavu
Savusavu is a generally safe port with low violent crime, but travelers should remain vigilant against occasional opportunistic thefts.
7
/ 10
Lautoka, Fiji Islands
Lautoka
Lautoka is a safe port for cruise travelers, but caution is advised in less populated areas and tourist hotspots to avoid petty theft.
6
/ 10
Suva, Fiji
Suva
Travelers in Suva should stay vigilant, avoid poorly lit areas at night, and protect their belongings to minimize safety risks.
8
/ 10
Mystery Island, Vanuatu
Mystery Island
Mystery Island in Vanuatu is a secure cruise destination where travelers should remain vigilant of their surroundings and environmental conditions.
8
/ 10
Sydney, Australia
Sydney
Travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft in tourist areas and nightlife districts while enjoying the overall safety of Sydney.

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
OCT 122025
United States
D:4:00 PM

Seattle, Washington, offers docking at Pier 91. Travelers explore Pike Place Market and Space Needle. Excursions include whale-watching in Puget Sound. Local markets sell smoked salmon. The peak season, June to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures urban landmarks and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes Dungeness crab, a Washington favorite. Souvenirs, like native crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Salish history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Seattle’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic markets and scenic waterways, making Seattle an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day2
OCT 132025
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day3
OCT 142025
At Sea

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Day4
OCT 152025
At Sea

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Day5
OCT 162025
At Sea

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Day6
OCT 172025
At Sea

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Day7
OCT 182025
At Sea

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Day8
OCT 192025
United States
A:7:00 AM

Honolulu, Oahu, Hawaii, offers docking at Honolulu Port. Travelers explore Pearl Harbor and Waikiki Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Hanauma Bay. Local markets sell poke. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures historic memorials and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes loco moco, a Hawaiian favorite. Souvenirs, like aloha crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Polynesian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Honolulu’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Hawaiian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites and scenic beaches, making Honolulu an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day9
OCT 202025
United States
D:11:00 PM

Honolulu, Oahu, Hawaii, offers docking at Honolulu Port. Travelers explore Pearl Harbor and Waikiki Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Hanauma Bay. Local markets sell poke. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures historic memorials and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes loco moco, a Hawaiian favorite. Souvenirs, like aloha crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Polynesian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Honolulu’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Hawaiian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites and scenic beaches, making Honolulu an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day10
OCT 212025
A:8:00 AMD:8:00 PM

Kahului, Maui, Hawaii, offers docking at Kahului Port. Travelers explore Haleakalā National Park and Iao Valley. Excursions include snorkeling at Molokini Crater. Local markets sell poke. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures volcanic craters and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes kalua pork, a Hawaiian favorite. Souvenirs, like macadamia crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Polynesian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance park hikes. Kahului’s natural charm offers a vibrant Hawaiian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of volcanic landscapes and marine adventures, making Kahului an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day11
OCT 222025
United States
A:8:00 AMD:6:00 PM

Nawiliwili, Kauai, Hawaii, offers docking at Nawiliwili Port. Travelers explore Waimea Canyon and Na Pali Coast. Excursions include snorkeling at Tunnels Beach. Local markets sell shave ice. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures rugged cliffs and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes kalua pork, a Hawaiian favorite. Souvenirs, like kukui nut crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Polynesian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance canyon hikes. Nawiliwili’s natural charm offers a vibrant Hawaiian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of dramatic landscapes and marine adventures, making Nawiliwili an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day12
OCT 232025
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day13
OCT 242025
At Sea

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Day14
OCT 252025
At Sea

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Day15
OCT 262025
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day16
OCT 272025
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day17
OCT 282025
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day18
OCT 292025
A:8:00 AMD:5:00 PM

Apia, Samoa, docks at Matautu Wharf, a 10-minute walk to the town center, population 36,000. Travelers visit the Robert Louis Stevenson Museum, 15 minutes south, in the author’s 1890s home. The Palolo Deep Marine Reserve, 5 minutes east, offers snorkeling with parrotfish. Local markets sell taro and kava drinks. Excursions to To-Sua Ocean Trench, 45 minutes southeast, provide swimming in a 30-meter sinkhole. Falealupo Canopy Walk, 90 minutes west, spans rainforest bridges. Peak season June to October; taxis 5-10 WST. Dining includes palusami (taro leaf wrap) at beach stalls. Souvenirs feature lava-lava fabrics.

Day18
N/A N/AN/A

Cross International Date Line offers scenic cruising without docking. Travelers experience the time shift at sea, gaining or losing a day. No excursions or facilities exist; activities are ship-based. The peak season varies by itinerary, typically warm for Pacific crossings. Photography captures vast ocean vistas. Dining onboard includes international dishes, reflecting the global journey. Souvenirs, like nautical crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover maritime history and navigation. Light clothing suits the variable climate, while comfortable shoes enhance deck walks. Crossing the Date Line offers a unique maritime stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of educational briefings and open-sea relaxation, making the Date Line an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day19
OCT 302025
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day20
OCT 312025
A:8:00 AMD:6:00 PM

Savusavu, Fiji, offers docking at Savusavu Port. Travelers explore hot springs and Waisali Rainforest Reserve. Excursions include snorkeling at Split Rock. Local markets sell kokoda. The peak season, May to October, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures coral reefs and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes lovo, a Fijian favorite. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Fijian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Savusavu’s tropical charm offers a vibrant Fijian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural wonders and marine adventures, making Savusavu an engaging destination for exploring Fiji’s northern islands.

Day21
NOV 12025
A:8:00 AM

Lautoka, Fiji, has docking at Lautoka Port. Travelers explore sugar cane fields and Nadi’s markets. Excursions visit Sabeto Hot Springs. Local markets sell kava. The peak season, May to October, brings dry weather. Photography captures coral reefs and tropical vistas. Dining onboard includes lovo, a Fijian earth-oven dish. Souvenirs, like tapa cloth, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Fijian culture. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate. Snorkeling gear enhances reef exploration. Lautoka’s tropical charm offers a vibrant Fijian stop, blending culture with island beauty.

Day22
NOV 22025
D:4:00 PM

Lautoka, Fiji, has docking at Lautoka Port. Travelers explore sugar cane fields and Nadi’s markets. Excursions visit Sabeto Hot Springs. Local markets sell kava. The peak season, May to October, brings dry weather. Photography captures coral reefs and tropical vistas. Dining onboard includes lovo, a Fijian earth-oven dish. Souvenirs, like tapa cloth, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Fijian culture. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate. Snorkeling gear enhances reef exploration. Lautoka’s tropical charm offers a vibrant Fijian stop, blending culture with island beauty.

Day23
NOV 32025
A:7:00 AMD:4:00 PM

Suva, Fiji, offers docking at Suva Port. Travelers explore Fiji Museum and Colo-i-Suva Forest Park. Excursions include snorkeling at Beqa Lagoon. Local markets sell kava. The peak season, May to October, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial buildings and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes lovo, a Fijian favorite. Souvenirs, like tapa crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Polynesian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Suva’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Fijian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites and tropical beauty, making Suva an engaging destination for exploring Fiji’s capital.

Day24
NOV 42025
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day25
NOV 52025
A:7:00 AMD:4:00 PM

Mystery Island, Vanuatu, offers docking with tenders to shore. Travelers explore coral beaches and traditional villages. Excursions include snorkeling at coral reefs. Local markets sell laplap. The peak season, September to March, brings warm weather for island tours. Photography captures turquoise waters and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes coconut crab, a Ni-Vanuatu favorite. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Melanesian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Mystery Island’s tropical charm offers a vibrant Vanuatu stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of pristine beaches and marine adventures, making Mystery Island an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day26
NOV 62025
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day27
NOV 72025
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day28
NOV 82025
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day29
NOV 92025
A:6:00 AM

Sydney, Australia, offers docking at Circular Quay. Travelers explore Sydney Opera House and Bondi Beach. Excursions visit Blue Mountains. Local markets sell meat pies. The peak season, December to February, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures iconic landmarks and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes lamingtons, an Australian favorite. Souvenirs, like opal crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Aboriginal history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Sydney’s urban charm offers a vibrant Australian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural landmarks and scenic coasts, making Sydney an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)