MS Noordam itinerary map for December 19, 2027 (16 nights)
MS Noordam cruise ship

MS Noordam — December 19, 202716-Night Far East Discovery Holiday on Holland America

This 16-night cruise aboard the MS Noordam departs from Hong Kong on Sunday, December 19, 2027 and returns on Tuesday, Jan 4th. December weather across this route averages 86°/60°F. Cabins are currently tracked from $2,584.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.4 out of 10, averaged across 9 ports. Suite cabins dropped $300 on May 15.

Cruise Length
16
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Hong Kong
Port Stops
10
Sea Days
5

Cruise Price - MS Noordam December 19, 2027

MS Noordam · December 19, 2027

The graph below tracks historic price of the MS Noordam cruise ship departing December 19, 2027. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $2,584 ($162 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $2,769 ($174 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 7%.

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Inside
$2,584
🌊
Oceanview
$2,784
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Balcony
$3,734
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Suite
$5,084

Price History – MS Noordam December 19, 2027

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MS Noordam
December 19, 2027
$2,584
7% vs avg: $2,769

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 16 Night Far East Discovery Holiday (Hong Kong To Singapore)

MS Noordam · December 19, 2027

The MS Noordam sails on December 19, 2027 for a 16 Night Far East Discovery Holiday (Hong Kong To Singapore). The ship will depart the port of Hong Kong at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Singapore on Jan 4th at 6:00 AM. During the 17-day journey, the MS Noordam will visit 9 additional ports and will spend 5 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

16 Night Far East Discovery Holiday (Hong Kong To Singapore)

  • DEC19
    Hong Kong
    Hong Kong
    A: — - D: 4:00 PM
  • DEC20
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC21
    Cruise Halong Bay
    Cruise Halong Bay
    A: 6:00 AM - D: —
  • DEC19
    Cruise Halong Bay
    Cruise Halong Bay
    A: — - D: 8:00 PM
  • DEC23
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC24
    Da Nang, Vietnam
    Da Nang, Vietnam
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • DEC25
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC26
    Phu My (ho Chi Minh City), Vietnam
    Phu My (ho Chi Minh City), Vietnam
    A: 5:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • DEC27
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC28
    Sihanoukville, Cambodia
    Sihanoukville, Cambodia
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • DEC29
    Pattaya, Thailand
    Pattaya, Thailand
    A: 10:00 AM - D: —
  • DEC19
    Pattaya, Thailand
    Pattaya, Thailand
    A: — - D: 4:00 PM
  • DEC31
    Ko Samui, Thailand
    Ko Samui, Thailand
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
  • JAN01
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN02
    Malacca (melaka), Malaysia
    Malacca (melaka), Malaysia
    A: 12:00 PM - D: 8:00 PM
  • JAN03
    Port Klang (kuala Lumpur), Malaysia
    Port Klang (kuala Lumpur), Malaysia
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • JAN04
    Singapore
    Singapore
    A: 6:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

December 19, 2027 · 16 Night Far East Discovery Holiday (Hong Kong To Singapore)

Hong Kong — Day 1 of MS Noordam December 19, 2027 cruise
Day 1•Sunday, Dec 19

Hong Kong

Arrival: —•Departure: 4:00 PM

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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Day 2 at sea — MS Noordam December 19, 2027 itinerary
Day 2•Monday, Dec 20

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.

Cruise Halong Bay — Day 3 of MS Noordam December 19, 2027 cruise
Day 3•Tuesday, Dec 21

Cruise Halong Bay

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: —

Halong Bay, Vietnam, no docking; ships anchor offshore with tenders to junk boats. Travelers kayak limestone karsts and caves like Sung Sot. Zodiacs explore floating villages. No facilities; provisions from ship. Peak season October to April; fog in winter. Photography captures emerald waters. Dining onboard includes fresh seafood. Souvenirs, like bay prints, in ship shops. Briefings on cave etiquette. Light clothing for humidity. UNESCO-listed Halong’s 1,600 islands provide iconic Vietnamese scenery.

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Cruise Halong Bay — Day 4 of MS Noordam December 19, 2027 cruise
Day 4•Wednesday, Dec 22

Cruise Halong Bay

Arrival: —•Departure: 8:00 PM

Returning to Cruise Halong Bay — see Day 3 above for port info.

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Day 5 at sea — MS Noordam December 19, 2027 itinerary
Day 5•Thursday, 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.

Da Nang, Vietnam — Day 6 of MS Noordam December 19, 2027 cruise
Day 6•Friday, Dec 24

Da Nang, Vietnam

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

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.

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Day 7 at sea — MS Noordam December 19, 2027 itinerary
Day 7•Saturday, Dec 25

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.

Phu My (ho Chi Minh City), Vietnam — Day 8 of MS Noordam December 19, 2027 cruise
Day 8•Sunday, Dec 26

Phu My (ho Chi Minh City), Vietnam

Arrival: 5:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 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.

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Day 9 at sea — MS Noordam December 19, 2027 itinerary
Day 9•Monday, Dec 27

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.

Sihanoukville, Cambodia — Day 10 of MS Noordam December 19, 2027 cruise
Day 10•Tuesday, Dec 28

Sihanoukville, Cambodia

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 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.

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Pattaya, Thailand — Day 11 of MS Noordam December 19, 2027 cruise
Day 11•Wednesday, Dec 29

Pattaya, Thailand

Arrival: 10:00 AM•Departure: —

Pattaya is a city on Thailand’s eastern Gulf coast known for its beaches. A quiet fishing village as recently as the 1960s, it’s now lined with resort hotels, high-rise condos, shopping malls, cabaret bars and 24-hour clubs. Nearby, hillside Wat Phra Yai Temple features an 18m-tall golden Buddha. The area also features several designer golf courses, some with views of Pattaya Bay.

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Pattaya, Thailand — Day 12 of MS Noordam December 19, 2027 cruise
Day 12•Thursday, Dec 30

Pattaya, Thailand

Arrival: —•Departure: 4:00 PM

Returning to Pattaya, Thailand — see Day 11 above for port info.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Ko Samui, Thailand — Day 13 of MS Noordam December 19, 2027 cruise
Day 13•Friday, Dec 31

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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 14 at sea — MS Noordam December 19, 2027 itinerary
Day 14•Saturday, Jan 1

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.

Malacca (melaka), Malaysia — Day 15 of MS Noordam December 19, 2027 cruise
Day 15•Sunday, Jan 2

Malacca (melaka), Malaysia

Arrival: 12:00 PM•Departure: 8:00 PM

Malacca, Malaysia, features docking at Malacca Port. Travelers explore Jonker Street’s vibrant night market and Stadthuys’ Dutch colonial architecture. Excursions visit A’Famosa Fort’s ruins. Local markets sell nyonya laksa. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for sightseeing. Photography captures colorful shophouses and Malacca River views. Dining onboard includes chicken rice balls, a local specialty. Souvenirs, like batik fabrics, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Malacca’s trading history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Malacca’s rich blend of Malay, Chinese, and colonial heritage offers a vibrant Malaysian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a dynamic mix of historic sites, bustling markets, and cultural diversity, making Malacca a captivating destination for exploring Malaysia’s storied past and lively present.

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Port Klang (kuala Lumpur), Malaysia — Day 16 of MS Noordam December 19, 2027 cruise
Day 16•Monday, Jan 3

Port Klang (kuala Lumpur), Malaysia

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Port Klang, Malaysia, has docking at Port Klang with excursions to Kuala Lumpur. Travelers explore Petronas Towers and Batu Caves. Excursions visit Chinatown’s markets. Local markets sell durians. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather. Photography captures urban skylines and limestone caves. Dining onboard includes nasi lemak, a Malaysian favorite. Souvenirs, like batik fabrics, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Malaysian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate. Comfortable shoes enhance city tours. Port Klang’s access to Kuala Lumpur offers a vibrant Malaysian stop, blending urban energy with cultural richness.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Singapore — Day 17 of MS Noordam December 19, 2027 cruise
Day 17•Tuesday, Jan 4

Singapore

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: —

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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Weather Forecast

MS Noordam - December 19, 2027 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Hong Kong

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December

Typical Weather

81°F

Average High

39°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.03in

Daily average

1.0 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
74 / 100
safer than 74% of all cruises
74
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.
10
/ 10
Cruise Halong Bay
Halong Bay
Cruise Halong Bay offers a secure environment for travelers, ensuring safety while enjoying the stunning scenery from your ship.
7
/ 10
Da Nang, Vietnam
Da Nang
Cruise travelers should stay vigilant against petty theft and scams, especially in crowded areas, and exercise caution while navigating traffic.
6
/ 10
Phu My (ho Chi Minh City), Vietnam
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.
5
/ 10
Sihanoukville, Cambodia
Sihanoukville
Travelers in Sihanoukville should stay vigilant and exercise caution due to increased petty crime and occasional violent incidents.
 
Pattaya, Thailand
Pattaya, Thailand
8
/ 10
Ko Samui, Thailand
Ko Samui
Cruise travelers in Ko Samui should stay vigilant against petty theft and scams while exercising caution in traffic for a safe visit.
7
/ 10
Malacca (melaka), Malaysia
Malacca
Malacca is generally safe for cruise travelers, but remain vigilant in crowded areas to avoid pickpocketing and enhance your experience.
7
/ 10
Port Klang (kuala Lumpur), Malaysia
Port Klang
Cruise travelers should remain vigilant against petty crime in crowded areas of Port Klang while taking standard safety precautions.
9
/ 10
Singapore
Singapore
Singapore is one of the safest cities in the world, offering travelers a secure environment to explore with confidence.

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 December 19, 2027 FAQ

What's the cheapest cabin on the MS Noordam December 19, 2027 cruise?▾

The lowest currently-tracked fare for this sailing is $2,584 for an Inside cabin. Pricing is updated daily — see the live price chart above for the latest snapshots.

What's the weather like on the MS Noordam December 19, 2027 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 16-night route, December averages 86°F highs and 60°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the December 19, 2027 MS Noordam itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 7.4 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, averaged across 9 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 Hong Kong on Sunday, December 19, 2027 at 4:00 PM and returns on Tuesday, Jan 4th, 2028 at 6:00 AM. Total duration: 16 nights.

Who is the cruise director for the MS Noordam sailing on December 19, 2027?▾

Cruise director assignment for this sail date is not currently confirmed in our records.

Can I track price drops for this MS Noordam itinerary?▾

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