MS Rotterdam - March 16, 2025 Itinerary Map with Port Markers
MS Rotterdam
Fort Lauderdale
Half Moon Cay, Ba
Oranjestad, Aruba

MS Rotterdam - March 16, 2025

The March 16, 2025 cruise on the MS Rotterdam departs from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida. On this 12 Night Panama Canal Sunfarer (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 8 different cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The MS Rotterdam sets sail on Sunday, Mar 16th and returns on Friday, Mar 28th.

12nights

March 16, 2025

Mar 16th - Mar 28th

MS Rotterdam

MS Rotterdam

Holland America Cruise Line

MS Rotterdam - March 16, 2025

12 Night Panama Canal Sunfarer

from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

Cruise Price - Historic & Current

The graph below tracks historic price of the MS Rotterdam cruise ship departing March 16, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,179 ($99 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,332 ($112 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 11%.

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$1,179
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oceanview
$1,849
($154 / night)
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balcony
$2,449
($204 / night)
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suite
$3,399
($283 / night)
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MS Rotterdam Size Infographic

MS Rotterdam

100 k
tonnage
975 ft
length
2021
year built
1,340
cabins
3,218
passengers
1,025
crew

MS ROTTERDAM SIZE

The MS Rotterdam has a construction date of 2021 and a total size of 99,863 gross tons. The ship measures 975 feet (297 meters) in length. MS Rotterdam is included in Holland America’s Pinnacle Class Class. At full capacity, the MS Rotterdam holds 4,243 passengers. That includes 3,218 cruise vacationers and 1,025 staff members. The MS Rotterdam total number of staterooms is 1,340.

MS Rotterdam Size & Stats

  • Gross Tonnage:99,863 GT
  • Length:975 ft (297 m)
  • Beam:115 ft (35 m)
  • Draft:26 ft (8 m)
  • Max Speed:25 mph (22 kn)
  • Year Built:2021
  • Years Served:2021 - Present
  • Capacity:3,218
  • Crew Members:1,025
  • Total on Board:4,243
  • Total Staterooms:1,340
  • Flagged Country:Netherlands
  • Ship Cost:250 Million
  • Status:active

To see how this compares, click through to see MS Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam Deck Plans.

Itinerary

MS Rotterdam - March 16, 2025 - 12 Nights

DayDatePort
1Mar 16thFort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
2Mar 17thHalf Moon Cay, Bahamas (private Island)
3Mar 18thAt Sea
4Mar 19thAt Sea
5Mar 20thOranjestad, Aruba
6Mar 21stAt Sea
7Mar 22ndCartagena, Colombia
8Mar 23rdColon, Panama
8Mar 23rdPanama Canal (cruise Into Canal)
9Mar 24thPuerto Limon, Costa Rica
10Mar 25thAt Sea
11Mar 26thOcho Rios, Jamaica
12Mar 27thAt Sea
13Mar 28thFort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

Cruise Itinerary

The MS Rotterdam sails on March 16, 2025 for a 12 Night Panama Canal Sunfarer (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 Mar 28th at 7:00 AM. During the 14-day journey, the MS Rotterdam will visit 7 additional ports and will spend 5 days at sea.

Day1
MAR 162025
United States
D:3:00 PM

Ft. Lauderdale has 23 miles of beaches, 300 miles of inland waterways and swimming pools galore, but immersing yourself in this city doesn't require a drop of water. Dive into a culture as deep as any ocean, a culture characterized by Seminoles and Broadway shows, golf and whimsical water taxis, fine cuisine and tasty jazz. And just like the horizon here, the list of attractions goes on and on.

Day2
MAR 172025
A:9:00 AMD:5:00 PM

Spend the day on your own private island, courtesy of Holland America. Sun, swim, or sail around this beautiful island as you enjoy your very own day in the sun! The fishing's great, but so is the parasailing and snorkeling so you have some decisions to make! And don't forget the Bahamas style barbecue!

Day3
MAR 182025
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!

Day4
MAR 192025
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!

Day5
MAR 202025
Netherlands Antilles
A:8:00 AMD:11:00 PM

Blessed with a non-stop breeze, neat little Oranjestad reflects the Dutch passion for cleanliness. Stroll the town's chic shops, venture out to see the wind-formed divi-divi trees, or visit an undersea garden of brilliant corals on a semi-submersible craft.

Day6
MAR 212025
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!

Day7
MAR 222025
A:7:00 AMD:2:00 PM

Once the port where the wealth of the New World flowed back to the Old, Cartagena also served as a notorious base for privateers and pirates. Today, you can stroll the tree-lined Spanish colonial artistry of old in the streets and see the works of the Gold Museum. The port is also a great place to find bargains on emeralds.

Day8
MAR 232025
A:5:00 PMD:9:00 PM

Colon is one of Latin America's busiest commercial centers. Since 1953, it has had a free trade zone, where merchants can import and export goods without paying duties. The main streets of Colon are often crowded with sailors, traders, and tourists. The city has many bars, nightclubs, and gambling establishments. Colon also has duty-free shops, which sell many products at low prices.

Day8
MAR 232025
A:6:00 AMD:3:00 PM

Day9
MAR 242025
A:7:30 AMD:4:30 PM

The second-largest city in Costa Rica, Puerto Limon will leave you with a lifetime of memories. Soak in the distinct Caribbean flavor of the city's world-famous Carnivale de Limon. See the wonder of the sea turtle nesting grounds in Tortugero. Delight in the dolphins at Manzanillo National Park. Or, if ultimate relaxation is your goal, sprawl luxuriously on any of the area's lavish sand beaches.

Day10
MAR 252025
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!

Day11
MAR 262025
A:7:00 AMD:3:00 PM

With its swaying palms, glistening white beaches, and sophisticated resorts, Ocho Rios is a favorite vacation spot. For a splendid view, visit Shaw Park Gardens, overflowing with fragrant flora and refreshing waterfalls, or enjoy a refreshing trek through Dunn's River Falls one of the most celebrated attractions of the Caribbean.

Day12
MAR 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!

Day13
MAR 282025
United States
A:7:00 AM

Ft. Lauderdale has 23 miles of beaches, 300 miles of inland waterways and swimming pools galore, but immersing yourself in this city doesn't require a drop of water. Dive into a culture as deep as any ocean, a culture characterized by Seminoles and Broadway shows, golf and whimsical water taxis, fine cuisine and tasty jazz. And just like the horizon here, the list of attractions goes on and on.