MS Rotterdam itinerary map for August 16, 2025 (14 nights)
MS Rotterdam cruise ship

MS Rotterdam — August 16, 202514-Night Baltic & Scandinavian Capitals: Stockholm Overnight on Holland America

This 14-night cruise aboard the MS Rotterdam departs from Rotterdam, Netherlands on Saturday, August 16, 2025 and returns on Saturday, Aug 30th. August weather across this route averages 84°/47°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 8.7 out of 10, averaged across 10 ports.

Cruise Length
14
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Rotterdam
Netherlands
Port Stops
10
Sea Days
4

Cruise Price - MS Rotterdam August 16, 2025

MS Rotterdam · August 16, 2025

The graph below tracks historic price of the MS Rotterdam cruise ship departing August 16, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,679 ($120 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,731 ($124 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 3%.

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Inside
$1,679
🌊
Oceanview
$2,279
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Balcony
$3,159
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Suite
$4,629

Price History – MS Rotterdam August 16, 2025

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MS Rotterdam
August 16, 2025
$1,679
3% vs avg: $1,731

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 14 Night Baltic & Scandinavian Capitals: Stockholm Overnight (Rotterdam Roundtrip)

MS Rotterdam · August 16, 2025

The MS Rotterdam sails on August 16, 2025 for a 14 Night Baltic & Scandinavian Capitals: Stockholm Overnight (Rotterdam Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Rotterdam, Netherlands at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of Rotterdam, Netherlands on Aug 30th at 7:00 AM. During the 16-day journey, the MS Rotterdam will visit 9 additional ports and will spend 4 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

14 Night Baltic & Scandinavian Capitals: Stockholm Overnight (Rotterdam Roundtrip)

  • AUG16
    Rotterdam, Netherlands
    Rotterdam, Netherlands
    A: — - D: 3:00 PM
  • AUG17
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • AUG18
    Oslo, Norway
    Oslo, Norway
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
  • AUG16
    Cruise Oslofjord
    Cruise Oslofjord
    A: — - D: —
  • AUG19
    Arhus, Denmark
    Arhus, Denmark
    A: 10:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • AUG20
    Warnemunde (Berlin), Germany
    Warnemunde (Berlin), Germany
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 10:00 PM
  • AUG21
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • AUG22
    Tallinn, Estonia
    Tallinn, Estonia
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 11:00 PM
  • AUG23
    Helsinki, Finland
    Helsinki, Finland
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • AUG24
    Stockholm, Sweden
    Stockholm, Sweden
    A: 8:00 AM - D: —
  • AUG16
    Stockholm, Sweden
    Stockholm, Sweden
    A: — - D: 5:00 PM
  • AUG26
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • AUG27
    Kiel, Germany
    Kiel, Germany
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • AUG28
    Copenhagen, Denmark
    Copenhagen, Denmark
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • AUG29
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • AUG30
    Rotterdam, Netherlands
    Rotterdam, Netherlands
    A: 7:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

August 16, 2025 · 14 Night Baltic & Scandinavian Capitals: Stockholm Overnight (Rotterdam Roundtrip)

Rotterdam, Netherlands — Day 1 of MS Rotterdam August 16, 2025 cruise
Day 1•Saturday, Aug 16

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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 2 at sea — MS Rotterdam August 16, 2025 itinerary
Day 2•Sunday, Aug 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.

Oslo, Norway — Day 3 of MS Rotterdam August 16, 2025 cruise
Day 3•Monday, Aug 18

Oslo, Norway

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 3:00 PM

Oslo, Norway, offers docking at Oslo Port. Travelers explore Vigeland Sculpture Park and Akershus Fortress. Excursions visit Holmenkollen Ski Jump. Local markets sell brunost. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for city tours. Photography captures fjord views and Oslofjord vistas. Dining onboard includes fårikål, a Norwegian favorite. Souvenirs, like Viking crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Norse history. Light layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Oslo’s urban charm offers a vibrant Norwegian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modern sculptures and historic fortresses, making Oslo an engaging destination for exploring Norway’s capital.

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Cruise Oslofjord — Day 3 of MS Rotterdam August 16, 2025 cruise
Day 3•Saturday, Aug 16

Cruise Oslofjord

Arrival: —•Departure: —

Oslofjord in Norway has no docking; ships cruise to Oslo’s harbor. Travelers view historic forts like Oscarsborg from the deck. Excursions explore Vigeland Sculpture Park’s vast statue collection. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, June to August, brings mild weather. Photography captures fjord islands and city skylines. Dining onboard features gravlax. Souvenirs, such as Viking ship models, are sold in ship shops. Briefings explain navigational history. Light layers are recommended for summer. Oslofjord’s calm waters and cultural landmarks provide a scenic gateway to Norway’s capital.

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Arhus, Denmark — Day 4 of MS Rotterdam August 16, 2025 cruise
Day 4•Tuesday, Aug 19

Arhus, Denmark

Arrival: 10:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Arhus, Denmark, docks at Aarhus Port, a 10-minute walk from the city center, population 350,000. Travelers explore Den Gamle By, an open-air museum with 75 reconstructed 18th-19th-century buildings. The ARoS Art Museum’s rooftop rainbow panorama offers city views. Excursions to Moesgaard Museum, 15 minutes south, display the Grauballe Man bog body. Local markets sell rye bread. Peak season June to August; buses 20 DKK. Dining includes smørrebrød at canal cafes. Souvenirs feature Viking jewelry.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Warnemunde (Berlin), Germany — Day 5 of MS Rotterdam August 16, 2025 cruise
Day 5•Wednesday, Aug 20

Warnemunde (Berlin), Germany

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 10:00 PM

Warnemünde (Berlin), Germany, offers docking at Warnemünde Port with excursions to Berlin. Travelers explore Brandenburg Gate and Reichstag. Excursions visit Potsdam’s Sanssouci Palace. Local markets sell currywurst. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures historic landmarks and Baltic vistas. Dining onboard includes sauerbraten, a German favorite. Souvenirs, like amber crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Prussian history. Light layers suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Warnemünde’s urban gateway offers a vibrant German stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and scenic coasts, making Warnemünde an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 6 at sea — MS Rotterdam August 16, 2025 itinerary
Day 6•Thursday, Aug 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.

Tallinn, Estonia — Day 7 of MS Rotterdam August 16, 2025 cruise
Day 7•Friday, Aug 22

Tallinn, Estonia

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 11:00 PM

Tallinn, Estonia, offers docking at Tallinn Port. Travelers explore Alexander Nevsky Cathedral and Old Town walls. Excursions visit Kadriorg Palace. Local markets sell kama porridge. The peak season, June to August, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures medieval streets and Baltic vistas. Dining onboard includes mulgipuder, an Estonian favorite. Souvenirs, like amber crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Hanseatic history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance cobblestone walks. Tallinn’s historic charm offers a vibrant Estonian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO landmarks and scenic harbors, making Tallinn an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Helsinki, Finland — Day 8 of MS Rotterdam August 16, 2025 cruise
Day 8•Saturday, Aug 23

Helsinki, Finland

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Helsinki, Finland, offers docking at Helsinki Port. Travelers explore Suomenlinna Fortress and Helsinki Cathedral. Excursions visit Porvoo’s old town. Local markets sell lohikeitto. The peak season, June to August, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures maritime forts and Baltic vistas. Dining onboard includes karjalanpiirakka, a Finnish favorite. Souvenirs, like reindeer crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Kalevala history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Helsinki’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Finnish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic fortresses and scenic harbors, making Helsinki an engaging destination for exploring Finland’s capital.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Stockholm, Sweden — Day 9 of MS Rotterdam August 16, 2025 cruise
Day 9•Sunday, Aug 24

Stockholm, Sweden

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: —

Stockholm, Sweden, offers docking at Stockholm Port. Travelers explore Gamla Stan and Vasa Museum. Excursions visit Drottningholm Palace. Local markets sell gravlax. The peak season, June to August, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures medieval streets and Baltic vistas. Dining onboard includes meatballs, a Swedish favorite. Souvenirs, like Dala horse crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Viking history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Stockholm’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Swedish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic districts and scenic archipelagos, making Stockholm an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Stockholm, Sweden — Day 10 of MS Rotterdam August 16, 2025 cruise
Day 10•Monday, Aug 25

Stockholm, Sweden

Arrival: —•Departure: 5:00 PM

Returning to Stockholm, Sweden — see Day 10 above for port info.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 11 at sea — MS Rotterdam August 16, 2025 itinerary
Day 11•Tuesday, Aug 26

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.

Kiel, Germany — Day 12 of MS Rotterdam August 16, 2025 cruise
Day 12•Wednesday, Aug 27

Kiel, Germany

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Kiel, Germany, has docking at Kiel Port. Travelers explore the Naval Memorial and U-boat museum. Excursions visit Laboe’s beaches. Local markets sell smoked fish. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather. Photography captures Baltic shores and maritime relics. Dining onboard includes kieler sprotten, a local fish dish. Souvenirs, like model ships, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover maritime history. Light layers suit the temperate climate. Comfortable shoes enhance museum walks. Kiel’s nautical heritage offers a vibrant German stop, blending history with coastal charm.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Copenhagen, Denmark — Day 13 of MS Rotterdam August 16, 2025 cruise
Day 13•Thursday, Aug 28

Copenhagen, Denmark

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Copenhagen, Denmark, offers docking at Copenhagen Port. Travelers explore Nyhavn and Tivoli Gardens. Excursions visit Kronborg Castle. Local markets sell smørrebrød. The peak season, June to August, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures colorful harbors and Baltic vistas. Dining onboard includes frikadeller, a Danish favorite. Souvenirs, like Viking crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Danish history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Copenhagen’s urban charm offers a vibrant Danish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic castles and scenic canals, making Copenhagen an engaging destination for exploring Denmark’s capital.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 14 at sea — MS Rotterdam August 16, 2025 itinerary
Day 14•Friday, Aug 29

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.

Rotterdam, Netherlands — Day 15 of MS Rotterdam August 16, 2025 cruise
Day 15•Saturday, Aug 30

Rotterdam, Netherlands

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: —

Returning to Rotterdam, Netherlands — see Day 1 above for port info.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

MS Rotterdam - August 16, 2025 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Rotterdam, Netherlands

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August

Typical Weather

90°F

Average High

52°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.11in

Daily average

3.4 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
87 / 100
safer than 87% of all cruises
87
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
Oslo, Norway
Oslo
Oslo is a safe port for cruise travelers, featuring low crime rates and a strong police presence for visitor security.
10
/ 10
Cruise Oslofjord
Oslofjord
Cruise Oslofjord is known for high safety standards, allowing travelers to enjoy their experience securely while onboard.
9
/ 10
Arhus, Denmark
Arhus
Aarhus offers a safe environment for cruise travelers, though vigilance against minor theft and pickpocketing is advised.
8
/ 10
Warnemunde (Berlin), Germany
Warnemunde
Warnemünde is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, but travelers should stay vigilant against petty theft in nearby Berlin.
8
/ 10
Tallinn, Estonia
Tallinn
Tallinn is generally safe for cruise travelers, but visitors should remain cautious of pickpockets in crowded areas and stay aware at night.
10
/ 10
Helsinki, Finland
Helsinki
Helsinki is one of the safest cities globally, with low crime rates and minimal risk of pickpocketing in crowded areas.
9
/ 10
Stockholm, Sweden
Stockholm
Stockholm offers a safe environment for cruise travelers, but visitors should remain vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas.
8
/ 10
Kiel, Germany
Kiel
Kiel, Germany, is a safe port with a low crime rate, but travelers should remain vigilant in tourist areas due to potential pickpocketing.
9
/ 10
Copenhagen, Denmark
Copenhagen
Copenhagen is a safe city for travelers, but they should stay vigilant against bicycle theft and pickpocketing in crowded areas.

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 August 16, 2025 FAQ

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What's the weather like on the MS Rotterdam August 16, 2025 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 14-night route, August averages 84°F highs and 47°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the August 16, 2025 MS Rotterdam itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 8.7 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, averaged across 10 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, August 16, 2025 at 3:00 PM and returns on Saturday, Aug 30th, 2025 at 7:00 AM. Total duration: 14 nights.

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