MS Noordam itinerary map for October 24, 2027
MS Noordam

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

October 24, 2027

MS Noordam October 24, 2027

The MS Noordam October 24, 2027 cruise departs from Tokyo, Japan. On this 14 Night Japan South Korea & China (Tokyo To Hong Kong) sailing, the MS Noordam will visit a total of 11 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Sunday, Oct 24th and returns on Sunday, Nov 7th, 2027.

Cruise Length
14
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Tokyo
Japan
Port Stops
11
Sea Days
3
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MS Noordam · October 24, 2027

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MS Noordam · October 24, 2027

The MS Noordam sails on October 24, 2027 for a 14 Night Japan South Korea & China (Tokyo To Hong Kong). The ship will depart the port of Tokyo, Japan at 7:00 PM and will return to the port of Hong Kong on Nov 7th at 4:30 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 & China (Tokyo To Hong Kong)

  • OCT24
    Tokyo, Japan
    Tokyo, Japan
    A: — - D: 7:00 PM
  • OCT25
    Shimizu, Japan
    Shimizu, Japan
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • OCT26
    Osaka, Japan
    Osaka, Japan
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 8:00 PM
  • OCT27
    Kochi, Japan
    Kochi, Japan
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • OCT28
    Hiroshima, Japan
    Hiroshima, Japan
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 11:59 PM
  • OCT24
    Cruise Kanmon Straits, Japan
    Cruise Kanmon Straits, Japan
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT30
    Fukuoka, Japan
    Fukuoka, Japan
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • OCT31
    Nagasaki, Japan
    Nagasaki, Japan
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • NOV01
    Busan (Pusan), South Korea
    Busan (Pusan), South Korea
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • NOV02
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • NOV03
    Shanghai, China
    Shanghai, China
    A: 7:00 AM - D: —
  • OCT24
    Shanghai, China
    Shanghai, China
    A: — - D: 11:00 PM
  • NOV05
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • NOV06
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • NOV07
    Hong Kong
    Hong Kong
    A: 4:30 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

October 24, 2027 · 14 Night Japan South Korea & China (Tokyo To Hong Kong)

Tokyo, Japan
Day 1•Sunday, Oct 24

Tokyo, Japan

Arrival: —•Departure: 7:00 PM

Tolanaro (Fort Dauphin), Madagascar, offers docking at Tolanaro Port. Travelers explore Nahampoana Reserve and Libanona Beach. Excursions include lemur-watching at Berenty Reserve. Local markets sell zebu curry. The peak season, May to October, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures rainforests and Indian Ocean vistas. Dining onboard includes romazava, a Malagasy favorite. Souvenirs, like raffia crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Tsitongambarika history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance reserve walks. Tolanaro’s natural allure offers a vibrant Malagasy stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of unique wildlife and scenic beaches, making Tolanaro an engaging destination for exploration.

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Shimizu, Japan
Day 2•Monday, Oct 25

Shimizu, Japan

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 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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Osaka, Japan
Day 3•Tuesday, Oct 26

Osaka, Japan

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 8:00 PM

Osaka, Japan, provides docking at Osaka Port. Travelers explore Osaka Castle and Dotonbori’s vibrant food scene. Excursions visit Kyoto’s Kinkaku-ji Temple. Local markets sell takoyaki. The peak season, March to May, brings cherry blossoms and mild weather. Photography captures samurai castles and neon-lit canals. Dining onboard includes okonomiyaki, an Osaka favorite. Souvenirs, like tenugui cloths, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Kansai history. Light layers suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Osaka’s dynamic urban culture offers a vibrant Japanese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks, culinary delights, and modern energy, making Osaka an engaging destination for exploring Japan’s Kansai region and cultural heritage.

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Kochi, Japan
Day 4•Wednesday, Oct 27

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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Hiroshima, Japan
Day 5•Thursday, Oct 28

Hiroshima, Japan

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 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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Cruise Kanmon Straits, Japan
Day 6•Sunday, Oct 24

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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Fukuoka, Japan
Day 7•Saturday, Oct 30

Fukuoka, Japan

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Fukuoka, Japan, offers docking at Hakata Port. Travelers explore Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine’s historic gardens. Excursions visit Canal City’s vibrant shopping complex. Local markets sell hakata ramen. The peak season, March to May, brings cherry blossoms and mild weather. Photography captures shrine architecture and modern cityscapes. Dining onboard includes tonkotsu ramen, a local specialty. Souvenirs, like furoshiki cloths, are available in ship shops. Briefings cover Kyushu’s history. Light layers suit the temperate climate. Comfortable shoes enhance shrine visits. Fukuoka’s blend of ancient shrines and modern vibrancy provides a dynamic Japanese stop, immersing travelers in its rich cultural heritage and lively urban energy.

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Nagasaki, Japan
Day 8•Sunday, Oct 31

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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Busan (Pusan), South Korea
Day 9•Monday, Nov 1

Busan (Pusan), South Korea

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 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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At Sea
Day 10•Tuesday, Nov 2

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Shanghai, China
Day 11•Wednesday, Nov 3

Shanghai, China

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: —

Shanghai, China, offers docking at Shanghai Port. Travelers explore The Bund and Yu Garden’s historic pavilions. Excursions visit Suzhou’s classical gardens. Local markets sell xiaolongbao. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures skyscrapers and Huangpu River vistas. Dining onboard includes Peking duck, a Chinese favorite. Souvenirs, like silk crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Shanghai’s history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Shanghai’s urban allure offers a vibrant Chinese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modern skyline and historic heritage, making Shanghai an engaging destination for exploring China’s cosmopolitan heart.

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Shanghai, China
Day 12•Thursday, Nov 4

Shanghai, China

Arrival: —•Departure: 11:00 PM

Shanghai, China, offers docking at Shanghai Port. Travelers explore The Bund and Yu Garden’s historic pavilions. Excursions visit Suzhou’s classical gardens. Local markets sell xiaolongbao. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures skyscrapers and Huangpu River vistas. Dining onboard includes Peking duck, a Chinese favorite. Souvenirs, like silk crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Shanghai’s history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Shanghai’s urban allure offers a vibrant Chinese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modern skyline and historic heritage, making Shanghai an engaging destination for exploring China’s cosmopolitan heart.

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At Sea
Day 13•Friday, Nov 5

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

At Sea
Day 14•Saturday, Nov 6

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Hong Kong
Day 15•Sunday, Nov 7

Hong Kong

Arrival: 4:30 AM•Departure: —

Hong Kong offers docking at Kai Tak Cruise Terminal. Travelers explore Victoria Peak and Temple Street Market. Excursions visit Lantau Island’s Big Buddha. Local markets sell dim sum. The peak season, October to April, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures skyscrapers and Victoria Harbour vistas. Dining onboard includes char siu, a Hong Kong favorite. Souvenirs, like jade crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Cantonese history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Hong Kong’s urban charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modern landmarks and cultural markets, making Hong Kong an engaging destination.

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Weather Forecast

MS Noordam - October 24, 2027 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Tokyo, Japan

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October

Typical Weather

86°F

Average High

45°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.31in

Daily average

9.7 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
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/ 10
Tokyo, Japan
Tokyo
Tokyo is exceptionally safe for cruise travelers, featuring low crime rates and strong security measures despite urban traffic challenges.
9
/ 10
Shimizu, Japan
Shimizu
Shimizu, Japan, offers a safe environment for travelers with low crime rates and well-maintained facilities, ensuring a secure visit.
9
/ 10
Osaka, Japan
Osaka
Osaka is a safe destination for cruise travelers, featuring low crime rates and a strong police presence in tourist areas.
9
/ 10
Kochi, Japan
Kochi
Kochi, Japan, features low crime rates and strong public safety measures, providing a secure environment for cruise travelers.
9
/ 10
Hiroshima, Japan
Hiroshima
Hiroshima is a safe destination for cruise travelers, with low crime rates and a focus on public safety and traffic regulations.
10
/ 10
Cruise Kanmon Straits, Japan
Kanmon Straits
Cruise Kanmon Straits offers a secure environment with low crime rates, allowing travelers to enjoy their journey aboard the ships.
9
/ 10
Fukuoka, Japan
Fukuoka
Fukuoka is one of Japan's safest cities, featuring low crime rates and a welcoming atmosphere for confident exploration by travelers.
9
/ 10
Nagasaki, Japan
Nagasaki
Nagasaki offers a safe environment for travelers, with low crime rates and a friendly community, ensuring a secure visit with standard precautions.
9
/ 10
Busan (Pusan), South Korea
Busan
Busan is a safe destination for travelers, with low crime rates and a strong police presence, though caution is advised in crowded areas.
8
/ 10
Shanghai, China
Shanghai
Shanghai is safe for cruise travelers, but they should stay vigilant against petty theft and scams in crowded areas.
8
/ 10
Hong Kong
Hong Kong
Hong Kong is generally safe for cruise travelers, but stay vigilant against pickpocketing and informed about potential civil unrest.

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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Itinerary FAQ

How many nights is the MS Noordam sailing on October 24, 2027?

This is a 14-night cruise itinerary departing from Tokyo, Japan.

What ports does the MS Noordam visit on the October 24, 2027 cruise?

This route includes tokyo-japan, shimizu-japan, osaka-japan, kochi-japan, hiroshima-japan, cruise-kanmon-straits-japan, fukuoka-japan, nagasaki-japan, busan-south-korea, shanghai-china, hong-kong-china.

How many sea days are included on this MS Noordam October 24, 2027 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 3 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the MS Noordam sailing on October 24, 2027?

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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