MS Rotterdam itinerary map for October 12, 2024 (15 nights)
MS Rotterdam cruise ship

MS Rotterdam — October 12, 202415-Night Atlantic Sojourn on Holland America

This 15-night cruise aboard the MS Rotterdam departs from Rotterdam, Netherlands on Saturday, October 12, 2024 and returns on Sunday, Oct 27th. October weather across this route averages 78°/49°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 8.1 out of 10, averaged across 8 ports.

Cruise Length
15
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Rotterdam
Netherlands
Port Stops
8
Sea Days
8

Cruise Price - MS Rotterdam October 12, 2024

MS Rotterdam · October 12, 2024

The graph below tracks historic price of the MS Rotterdam cruise ship departing October 12, 2024. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,079 ($72 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $970 ($65 per night), this represents a recent increase of 11%.

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Inside
$1,079
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Oceanview
$1,509
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Balcony
$1,979
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Suite
$3,159

Price History – MS Rotterdam October 12, 2024

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MS Rotterdam
October 12, 2024
$1,079
11% vs avg: $970

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 15 Night Atlantic Sojourn (Rotterdam To Ft. Lauderdale)

MS Rotterdam · October 12, 2024

The MS Rotterdam sails on October 12, 2024 for a 15 Night Atlantic Sojourn (Rotterdam To Ft. Lauderdale). The ship will depart the port of Rotterdam, Netherlands at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida on Oct 27th at 7:00 AM. During the 16-day journey, the MS Rotterdam will visit 7 additional ports and will spend 8 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

15 Night Atlantic Sojourn (Rotterdam To Ft. Lauderdale)

  • OCT12
    Rotterdam, Netherlands
    Rotterdam, Netherlands
    A: — - D: 3:00 PM
  • OCT13
    Zeebrugge (Bruges), Belgium
    Zeebrugge (Bruges), Belgium
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
  • OCT14
    Le Havre (Paris), France
    Le Havre (Paris), France
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 8:00 PM
  • OCT15
    Portland (weymouth), England, Uk
    Portland (weymouth), England, Uk
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • OCT16
    Brest, France
    Brest, France
    A: 10:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • OCT17
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT18
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT19
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT20
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT21
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT22
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT23
    King's Wharf, Bermuda
    King's Wharf, Bermuda
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • OCT24
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT25
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT26
    Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (private Island)
    Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (private Island)
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 2:00 PM
  • OCT27
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    A: 7:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

October 12, 2024 · 15 Night Atlantic Sojourn (Rotterdam To Ft. Lauderdale)

Rotterdam, Netherlands — Day 1 of MS Rotterdam October 12, 2024 cruise
Day 1•Saturday, Oct 12

Rotterdam, Netherlands

Arrival: —•Departure: 3:00 PM

Rotterdam, Netherlands, offers docking at Rotterdam Port. Travelers explore Erasmus Bridge and Museumpark’s art galleries. Excursions visit Kinderdijk’s UNESCO windmills. Local markets sell stroopwafels. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures modern architecture and Maas River vistas. Dining onboard includes erwtensoep, a Dutch favorite. Souvenirs, like Delftware, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Dutch history. Light layers suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Rotterdam’s urban charm offers a vibrant Dutch stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of innovative design, historic windmills, and maritime culture, making Rotterdam an engaging destination for exploring the Netherlands’ dynamic port city and heritage.

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Zeebrugge (Bruges), Belgium — Day 2 of MS Rotterdam October 12, 2024 cruise
Day 2•Sunday, Oct 13

Zeebrugge (Bruges), Belgium

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 3:00 PM

Zeebrugge (Bruges), Belgium, offers docking at Zeebrugge Port with excursions to Bruges. Travelers explore Bruges’ Belfry and Markt Square. Excursions visit Ghent’s cathedral. Local markets sell waffles. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures medieval canals and North Sea vistas. Dining onboard includes moules-frites, a Belgian favorite. Souvenirs, like lace crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Flemish history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance cobblestone walks. Zeebrugge’s cultural gateway offers a vibrant Belgian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic canals, making Zeebrugge an engaging destination.

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Le Havre (Paris), France — Day 3 of MS Rotterdam October 12, 2024 cruise
Day 3•Monday, Oct 14

Le Havre (Paris), France

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 8:00 PM

Le Havre (Paris), France, offers docking at Le Havre Port with excursions to Paris. Travelers explore Eiffel Tower and Louvre Museum. Excursions visit Normandy’s D-Day beaches. Local markets sell crêpes. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures Parisian landmarks and Seine vistas. Dining onboard includes coq au vin, a French favorite. Souvenirs, like beret crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Norman history. Light layers and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Le Havre’s urban gateway offers a vibrant French stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and historic beaches, making Le Havre an engaging destination.

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Portland (weymouth), England, Uk — Day 4 of MS Rotterdam October 12, 2024 cruise
Day 4•Tuesday, Oct 15

Portland (weymouth), England, Uk

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Portland (Weymouth), England, offers docking at Portland Port. Travelers explore Weymouth’s sandy beach and Nothe Fort. Excursions visit Jurassic Coast’s Lulworth Cove. Local markets sell Dorset apple cake. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Georgian waterfronts and fossil-rich cliffs. Dining onboard includes fish and chips, an English favorite. Souvenirs, like nautical crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Dorset’s maritime history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance coastal walks. Portland’s seaside charm offers a vibrant English stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic forts, scenic coastlines, and Jurassic heritage, making Portland an engaging destination for exploring England’s southern coast.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Brest, France — Day 5 of MS Rotterdam October 12, 2024 cruise
Day 5•Wednesday, Oct 16

Brest, France

Arrival: 10:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Brest, France, docks at Port de Commerce, 2 kilometers from downtown, with shuttles for 10-minute rides. The city, population 140,000, features the 17th-century Château de Brest with naval exhibits. Travelers visit Océanopolis aquarium for penguin displays. Local markets sell buckwheat galettes. Excursions to Locronan, 45 minutes south, explore Celtic villages. Peak season June to September; taxis 5-10 EUR. Dining includes kouign-amann at port cafes. Souvenirs feature Breton stripes.

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Day 6 at sea — MS Rotterdam October 12, 2024 itinerary
Day 6•Thursday, Oct 17

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the MS Rotterdam — featuring Canaletto, Club Hal, Sun Bar & Photo Shop.

Day 7 at sea — MS Rotterdam October 12, 2024 itinerary
Day 7•Friday, Oct 18

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the MS Rotterdam — featuring Canaletto, Club Hal, Sun Bar & Photo Shop.

Day 8 at sea — MS Rotterdam October 12, 2024 itinerary
Day 8•Saturday, Oct 19

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the MS Rotterdam — featuring Canaletto, Club Hal, Sun Bar & Photo Shop.

Day 9 at sea — MS Rotterdam October 12, 2024 itinerary
Day 9•Sunday, Oct 20

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the MS Rotterdam — featuring Canaletto, Club Hal, Sun Bar & Photo Shop.

Day 10 at sea — MS Rotterdam October 12, 2024 itinerary
Day 10•Monday, Oct 21

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the MS Rotterdam — featuring Canaletto, Club Hal, Sun Bar & Photo Shop.

Day 11 at sea — MS Rotterdam October 12, 2024 itinerary
Day 11•Tuesday, Oct 22

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the MS Rotterdam — featuring Canaletto, Club Hal, Sun Bar & Photo Shop.

King's Wharf, Bermuda — Day 12 of MS Rotterdam October 12, 2024 cruise
Day 12•Wednesday, Oct 23

King's Wharf, Bermuda

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

King’s Wharf, Bermuda, offers docking at Royal Naval Dockyard. Travelers explore Fort Scaur and Gibbs Hill Lighthouse. Excursions include snorkeling at Church Bay. Local markets sell fish chowder. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures pink beaches and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes spiny lobster, a Bermudian favorite. Souvenirs, like cedar crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Bermuda Triangle history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. King’s Wharf’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Bermudian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic forts and scenic beaches, making King’s Wharf an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 13 at sea — MS Rotterdam October 12, 2024 itinerary
Day 13•Thursday, Oct 24

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the MS Rotterdam — featuring Canaletto, Club Hal, Sun Bar & Photo Shop.

Day 14 at sea — MS Rotterdam October 12, 2024 itinerary
Day 14•Friday, Oct 25

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the MS Rotterdam — featuring Canaletto, Club Hal, Sun Bar & Photo Shop.

Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (private Island) — Day 15 of MS Rotterdam October 12, 2024 cruise
Day 15•Saturday, Oct 26

Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (private Island)

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 2:00 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.

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Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida — Day 16 of MS Rotterdam October 12, 2024 cruise
Day 16•Sunday, Oct 27

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: —

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.

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Weather Forecast

MS Rotterdam - October 12, 2024 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Rotterdam, Netherlands

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October

Typical Weather

75°F

Average High

34°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.10in

Daily average

3.1 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
81 / 100
safer than 81% of all cruises
81
8
/ 10
Rotterdam, Netherlands
Rotterdam
Rotterdam is a safe cruise destination with a low crime rate, though travelers should remain vigilant in crowded areas.
9
/ 10
Zeebrugge (Bruges), Belgium
Zeebrugge
Zeebrugge is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas.
7
/ 10
Le Havre (Paris), France
Le Havre
Le Havre is generally safe for tourists, but it's important to stay vigilant in less populated areas and crowded places to avoid theft.
9
/ 10
Portland (weymouth), England, Uk
Portland
Portland in Weymouth, England, is a safe cruise destination with a low crime rate and strong police presence for visitor security.
8
/ 10
Brest, France
Brest
Brest is a generally safe port for travelers, but vigilance is advised in crowded areas due to potential petty theft.
8
/ 10
King's Wharf, Bermuda
King's Wharf
King's Wharf is a secure cruise port with low crime, a strong police presence, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft.
9
/ 10
Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (private Island)
Half Moon Cay
Half Moon Cay ensures guest safety with strong security measures and controlled access, minimizing crime risks for a worry-free visit.
7
/ 10
Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale's cruise port is secure, but travelers should stay vigilant and cautious in neighborhoods with higher crime rates.

Cruise Ship

MS Rotterdam

⚓ Tonnage

99,863

vs avg 84,029

🛠️ Year Built

2,021

vs avg 2,008

📏 Length (ft)

975

vs avg 922

👥 Passenger Count

3,218

vs avg 2,157

The MS Rotterdam has a construction date of 2021 and a total size of 99,863 gross tons. The ship measures 975 feet in length. MS Rotterdam is included in Holland America’s Pinnacle Class class. At full capacity, the MS Rotterdam holds 3,218 passengers. That includes 2,193 cruise vacationers and 1,025 staff members. The MS Rotterdam total number of staterooms is 1,340.

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MS Rotterdam October 12, 2024 FAQ

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What's the weather like on the MS Rotterdam October 12, 2024 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 15-night route, October averages 78°F highs and 49°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the October 12, 2024 MS Rotterdam itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 8.1 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 Rotterdam sail and return on this itinerary?▾

The MS Rotterdam departs Rotterdam, Netherlands on Saturday, October 12, 2024 at 3:00 PM and returns on Sunday, Oct 27th, 2024 at 7:00 AM. Total duration: 15 nights.

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