MS Rotterdam - March 1, 2026 Itinerary Map with Port Markers
MS Rotterdam
Fort Lauderdale
Half Moon Cay, Ba
Willemstad, Curac

MS Rotterdam - March 1, 2026

The March 1, 2026 cruise on the MS Rotterdam departs from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida. On this 12 Night Panama Canal Discovery: Costa Rica & Greater Antilles (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 1st and returns on Friday, Mar 13th.

12nights

March 1, 2026

Mar 1st - Mar 13th

MS Rotterdam

MS Rotterdam

Holland America Cruise Line

MS Rotterdam - March 1, 2026

12 Night Panama Canal Discovery: Costa Rica & Greater Antilles

from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

Cruise Price - Historic & Current

The graph below tracks historic price of the MS Rotterdam cruise ship departing March 1, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,679 ($140 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,642 ($137 per night), this represents a recent increase of 2%.

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inside
$1,679
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oceanview
$2,369
($197 / night)
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balcony
$2,629
($219 / night)
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suite
$3,979
($331 / 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 1, 2026 - 12 Nights

DayDatePort
1Feb 28thFort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
2Mar 2ndHalf Moon Cay, Bahamas (private Island)
3Mar 2ndAt Sea
4Mar 3rdAt Sea
5Mar 5thWillemstad, Curacao
6Mar 5thAt Sea
7Mar 7thCartagena, Colombia
8Mar 8thPanama Canal (cruise Into Canal)
8Mar 8thColon, Panama
9Mar 9thPuerto Limon, Costa Rica
10Mar 10thAt Sea
11Mar 11thGeorge Town, Grand Cayman
12Mar 12thAt Sea
13Mar 13thFort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

Cruise Itinerary

The MS Rotterdam sails on March 1, 2026 for a 12 Night Panama Canal Discovery: Costa Rica & Greater Antilles (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida at 2:00 PM and will return to the port of Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida on Mar 13th 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 12026
United States
D:2:00 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 22026
A:8:00 AMD:4:00 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 32026
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 42026
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 52026
Netherlands Antilles
A:7:00 AMD:10:00 PM

Hospitable and always sunny, Curacao bids you a warm welcome. The friendly inhabitants, first class hotels, wonderful climate, crystal clear seawater, fascinating architecture, floating market, pontoon bridge, secluded bays, rich fauna and flora, and the many possibilities for excursions and entertainment make Curacao the tourist's paradise.

Day6
MAR 62026
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 72026
A:6:00 AMD:1:00 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 82026
A:6:00 AMD:3:00 PM

Day8
MAR 82026
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.

Day9
MAR 92026
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 102026
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 112026
A:7:00 AMD:4:00 PM

George Town is the capital of the Cayman Islands, and is situated directly on Grand Cayman. Once a center of turtle fishing, the area is now a popular tourist destination. Snorkeling and diving are especially popular, and the opportunity to swim with and feed the giant, graceful stingrays should not be missed. Don't worry--it is said that no one has ever been stung.

Day12
MAR 122026
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 132026
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.