MS Oosterdam itinerary map for December 22, 2027 (23 nights)

MS Oosterdam — December 22, 202723-Night Caribbean Holiday & Panama Canal Discovery on Holland America

This 23-night cruise aboard the MS Oosterdam departs from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida on Wednesday, December 22, 2027 and returns on Friday, Jan 14th. December weather across this route averages 85°/67°F. Cabins are currently tracked from $4,129.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.4 out of 10, averaged across 9 ports.

Cruise Length

Night Cruise

Departure Port

Fort Lauderdale

Florida

Port Stops

Sea Days

Cruise Price - MS Oosterdam December 22, 2027

MS Oosterdam · December 22, 2027

The graph below tracks historic price of the MS Oosterdam cruise ship departing December 22, 2027. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $4,129 ($180 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $4,129 ($180 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 0%.

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Inside

$4,129

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Oceanview

$5,479

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Balcony

$6,529

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Suite

$8,879

Price History – MS Oosterdam December 22, 2027

inside cabin

MS Oosterdam

December 22, 2027

$4,129

0% vs avg: $4,129

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MS Oosterdam December 22, 2027 — recent price snapshots

Date

Inside

Oceanview

Balcony

Suite

May 18, 2026

$4,129

$5,479

$6,529

$8,879

May 16, 2026

$4,129

$5,479

$6,529

$8,879

May 15, 2026

$4,129

$5,479

$6,529

$8,879

May 14, 2026

$4,129

$5,479

$6,529

$8,879

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 23 Night Caribbean Holiday & Panama Canal Discovery (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip)

MS Oosterdam · December 22, 2027

The MS Oosterdam sails on December 22, 2027 for a 23 Night Caribbean Holiday & Panama Canal Discovery (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida on Jan 14th at 6:00 AM. During the 25-day journey, the MS Oosterdam will visit 8 additional ports and will spend 10 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

23 Night Caribbean Holiday & Panama Canal Discovery (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip)

DEC22
Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
A: — - D: 3:00 PM
DEC23
At Sea
A: — - D: —
DEC24
George Town, Grand Cayman
A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
DEC25
At Sea
A: — - D: —
DEC26
Cartagena, Colombia
A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
DEC27
At Sea
A: — - D: —
DEC28
Oranjestad, Aruba
A: 7:00 AM - D: 10:00 PM
DEC29
Willemstad, Curacao
A: 7:00 AM - D: 10:00 PM
DEC30
At Sea
A: — - D: —
DEC31
At Sea
A: — - D: —
JAN01
Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (private Island)
A: 7:00 AM - D: 1:00 PM
JAN02
Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
A: 6:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
JAN03
Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (private Island)
A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
JAN04
At Sea
A: — - D: —
JAN05
At Sea
A: — - D: —
JAN06
Oranjestad, Aruba
A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
JAN07
At Sea
A: — - D: —
JAN08
Cartagena, Colombia
A: 6:00 AM - D: 1:00 PM
JAN09
Panama Canal (cruise Into Canal)
A: 5:00 AM - D: 2:00 PM
JAN09
Colon, Panama
A: 4:00 PM - D: 8:00 PM
JAN10
Puerto Limon, Costa Rica
A: 6:30 AM - D: 3:30 PM
JAN11
At Sea
A: — - D: —
JAN12
George Town, Grand Cayman
A: 6:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
JAN13
At Sea
A: — - D: —
JAN14
Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
A: 6:00 AM - D: —

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Cruise Ports

December 22, 2027 · 23 Night Caribbean Holiday & Panama Canal Discovery (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip)

Day 1•Wednesday, Dec 22

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

Arrival: —•Departure: 3:00 PM

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida, offers docking at Port Everglades. Travelers explore Las Olas Boulevard and Everglades tours. Excursions include airboat rides. Local markets sell conch fritters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures canals and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes stone crab, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like seashell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Seminole history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Fort Lauderdale’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic waterways and natural adventures, making Fort Lauderdale an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 2•Thursday, Dec 23

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the MS Oosterdam — featuring Canaletto, Club Hal, Explorers Lounge & Shore Excursions.

Day 3•Friday, Dec 24

George Town, Grand Cayman

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

George Town, Grand Cayman, offers docking at George Town Port. Travelers explore Seven Mile Beach and Stingray City. Excursions include snorkeling at Coral Gardens. Local markets sell jerk chicken. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures turquoise waters and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes conch chowder, a Caymanian favorite. Souvenirs, like turtle crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. George Town’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Cayman stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of pristine beaches and marine adventures, making George Town an engaging destination.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 4•Saturday, Dec 25

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the MS Oosterdam — featuring Canaletto, Club Hal, Explorers Lounge & Shore Excursions.

Day 5•Sunday, Dec 26

Cartagena, Colombia

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Cartagena, Colombia, offers docking at Cartagena Port. Travelers explore San Felipe Castle and Old Town’s colorful streets. Excursions include Rosario Islands snorkeling. Local markets sell arepas. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial walls and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes sancocho, a Colombian favorite. Souvenirs, like emerald crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Spanish colonial history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Cartagena’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Colombian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic fortresses and scenic islands, making Cartagena an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 6•Monday, Dec 27

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the MS Oosterdam — featuring Canaletto, Club Hal, Explorers Lounge & Shore Excursions.

Day 7•Tuesday, Dec 28

Oranjestad, Aruba

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 10:00 PM

Oranjestad, Aruba, offers docking at Oranjestad Port. Travelers explore Arikok National Park and California Lighthouse. Excursions include snorkeling at Baby Beach. Local markets sell keshi yena. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures cacti landscapes and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes funchi, an Aruban favorite. Souvenirs, like aloe crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Arawak history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Oranjestad’s vibrant charm offers a lively Aruban stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural parks and scenic beaches, making Oranjestad an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 8•Wednesday, Dec 29

Willemstad, Curacao

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 10:00 PM

Willemstad, Curaçao, offers docking at Willemstad Port. Travelers explore Queen Emma Bridge and Punda’s colorful buildings. Excursions include snorkeling at Tugboat Beach. Local markets sell keshi yena. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Dutch architecture and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes stobá, a Curaçaoan favorite. Souvenirs, like blue curaçao crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Antillean history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Willemstad’s vibrant charm offers a lively Curaçaoan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of colonial heritage and marine adventures, making Willemstad an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 9•Thursday, Dec 30

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the MS Oosterdam — featuring Canaletto, Club Hal, Explorers Lounge & Shore Excursions.

Day 10•Friday, Dec 31

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the MS Oosterdam — featuring Canaletto, Club Hal, Explorers Lounge & Shore Excursions.

Day 11•Saturday, Jan 1

Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (private Island)

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 1:00 PM

Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (Private Island), offers docking at a private port. Travelers explore white-sand beaches and Stingray Cove. Excursions include horseback riding by the sea. Local markets sell conch fritters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for island tours. Photography captures turquoise waters and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes cracked conch, a Bahamian favorite. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Lucayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Half Moon Cay’s island allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of serene beaches and marine activities, making Half Moon Cay an engaging destination.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 12•Sunday, Jan 2

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 3:00 PM

Returning to Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida — see Day 1 above for port info.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 13•Monday, Jan 3

Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (private Island)

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Returning to Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (private Island) — see Day 11 above for port info.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 14•Tuesday, Jan 4

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the MS Oosterdam — featuring Canaletto, Club Hal, Explorers Lounge & Shore Excursions.

Day 15•Wednesday, Jan 5

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the MS Oosterdam — featuring Canaletto, Club Hal, Explorers Lounge & Shore Excursions.

Day 16•Thursday, Jan 6

Oranjestad, Aruba

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Returning to Oranjestad, Aruba — see Day 7 above for port info.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 17•Friday, Jan 7

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the MS Oosterdam — featuring Canaletto, Club Hal, Explorers Lounge & Shore Excursions.

Day 18•Saturday, Jan 8

Cartagena, Colombia

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 1:00 PM

Returning to Cartagena, Colombia — see Day 5 above for port info.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 19•Sunday, Jan 9

Panama Canal (cruise Into Canal)

Arrival: 5:00 AM•Departure: 2:00 PM

Panama Canal (Cruise into Canal), Panama, offers partial transit cruising. Travelers view Miraflores Locks and Gatun Lake from the ship. Excursions include canal history tours. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for canal cruising. Photography captures engineering feats and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes arroz con pollo, a Panamanian favorite. Souvenirs, like molas, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover canal history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while binoculars enhance lock viewing. Panama Canal’s industrial allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of engineering marvels and scenic waterways, making the Panama Canal an engaging destination.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 19•Sunday, Jan 9

Colon, Panama

Arrival: 4:00 PM•Departure: 8:00 PM

Colón, Panama, offers docking at Colón Port. Travelers explore Gatun Locks and Fort San Lorenzo. Excursions include Emberá village tours. Local markets sell sancocho. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures canal locks and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes arroz con pollo, a Panamanian favorite. Souvenirs, like molas, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Kuna history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance jungle walks. Colón’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Panamanian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of canal engineering and indigenous heritage, making Colón an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 20•Monday, Jan 10

Puerto Limon, Costa Rica

Arrival: 6:30 AM•Departure: 3:30 PM

Puerto Limon, Costa Rica, offers docking at Puerto Limon Port. Travelers explore Tortuguero Canals and Veragua Rainforest. Excursions include sloth sanctuary tours. Local markets sell gallo pinto. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures jungle canals and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes casado, a Costa Rican favorite. Souvenirs, like coffee crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Bribri history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance rainforest walks. Puerto Limon’s natural charm offers a vibrant Costa Rican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of wildlife and scenic canals, making Puerto Limon an engaging destination.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 21•Tuesday, Jan 11

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the MS Oosterdam — featuring Canaletto, Club Hal, Explorers Lounge & Shore Excursions.

Day 22•Wednesday, Jan 12

George Town, Grand Cayman

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 3:00 PM

Returning to George Town, Grand Cayman — see Day 3 above for port info.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 23•Thursday, Jan 13

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the MS Oosterdam — featuring Canaletto, Club Hal, Explorers Lounge & Shore Excursions.

Day 24•Friday, Jan 14

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: —

Returning to Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida — see Day 1 above for port info.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

MS Oosterdam - December 22, 2027 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

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December

Typical Weather

82°F

Average High

45°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.06in

Daily average

2.0 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

/ 10

Fort Lauderdale

Fort Lauderdale's cruise port is secure, but travelers should stay vigilant and cautious in neighborhoods with higher crime rates.

/ 10

George Town

George Town, Grand Cayman, is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates and a strong local law enforcement presence.

/ 10

Cartagena

Travelers in Cartagena should stay vigilant, avoid displaying valuables, and consider organized tours to minimize risks of petty crime.

/ 10

Oranjestad

Oranjestad is a safe cruise destination, but travelers should remain vigilant in crowded areas to avoid petty theft.

/ 10

Willemstad

Willemstad is generally safe for tourists, but they should remain vigilant in crowded areas to avoid petty theft and opportunistic crime.

/ 10

Half Moon Cay

Half Moon Cay ensures guest safety with strong security measures and controlled access, minimizing crime risks for a worry-free visit.

/ 10

Panama Canal

Cruise travelers at the Panama Canal can enjoy a safe experience aboard their ship, with low crime rates and strong security measures.

/ 10

Colon

Travelers in Colon, Panama, should stay vigilant against crime, avoid less populated areas, and consider organized tours for safety.

/ 10

Puerto Limon

Travelers to Puerto Limon should stay vigilant against petty theft and consider organized tours for a safer experience.

Cruise Ship

⚓ Tonnage

82,305

vs avg 84,029

🛠️ Year Built

2,003

vs avg 2,008

📏 Length (ft)

951

vs avg 922

👥 Passenger Count

1,964

vs avg 2,157

The MS Oosterdam has a construction date of 2003 and a total size of 82,305 gross tons. The ship measures 951 feet in length. MS Oosterdam is included in Holland America’s Vista Class class. At full capacity, the MS Oosterdam holds 1,964 passengers. That includes 1,152 cruise vacationers and 812 staff members. The MS Oosterdam total number of staterooms is 982.

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MS Oosterdam December 22, 2027 FAQ

What's the cheapest cabin on the MS Oosterdam December 22, 2027 cruise?▾

The lowest currently-tracked fare for this sailing is $4,129 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 Oosterdam December 22, 2027 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 23-night route, December averages 85°F highs and 67°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the December 22, 2027 MS Oosterdam 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 Oosterdam sail and return on this itinerary?▾

The MS Oosterdam departs Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida on Wednesday, December 22, 2027 at 3:00 PM and returns on Friday, Jan 14th, 2028 at 6:00 AM. Total duration: 23 nights.

Who is the cruise director for the MS Oosterdam sailing on December 22, 2027?▾

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

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

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Last Updated: May 18, 2026