MS Rotterdam itinerary map for October 17, 2027 (14 nights)
MS Rotterdam itinerary map for October 17, 2027 (14 nights)
14 nights · 7 ports
Round-trip · Rotterdam, Netherlands
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MS Rotterdam
October 17, 2027

14-Night Cultural Crossing With Paris & Normandy aboard MS Rotterdam · Departing October 17, 2027 from the Port of Rotterdam, Netherlands.

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This 14-night cruise aboard the MS Rotterdam departs from Rotterdam, Netherlands on Sunday, October 17, 2027 and returns on Sunday, Oct 31st. October weather across this route averages 76°/47°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 8.0 out of 10, averaged across 7 ports.

Cruise Length
14
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Rotterdam
Netherlands
Port Stops
7
Sea Days
8

Cruise Price - MS Rotterdam October 17, 2027

MS Rotterdam · October 17, 2027

The graph below tracks historic price of the MS Rotterdam cruise ship departing October 17, 2027. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,314 ($94 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,310 ($94 per night), this represents a recent increase of 0%.

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Inside
$1,314
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Oceanview
$1,514
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Balcony
$1,714
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Suite
$2,764

Price History – MS Rotterdam October 17, 2027

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MS Rotterdam
October 17, 2027
$1,314
0% vs avg: $1,310

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 14 Night Cultural Crossing With Paris & Normandy (Rotterdam To Ft. Lauderdale)

MS Rotterdam · October 17, 2027

The MS Rotterdam sails on October 17, 2027 for a 14 Night Cultural Crossing With Paris & Normandy (Rotterdam To Ft. Lauderdale). The ship will depart the port of Rotterdam, Netherlands at 5:00 PM and will return to the port of Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida on Oct 31st at 7:00 AM. During the 15-day journey, the MS Rotterdam will visit 6 additional ports and will spend 8 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

14 Night Cultural Crossing With Paris & Normandy (Rotterdam To Ft. Lauderdale)

  • OCT17
    Rotterdam, Netherlands
    Rotterdam, Netherlands
    A: — - D: 5:00 PM
  • OCT18
    Zeebrugge (Bruges), Belgium
    Zeebrugge (Bruges), Belgium
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • OCT19
    Le Havre (Paris), France
    Le Havre (Paris), France
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 8:00 PM
  • OCT20
    Cherbourg, France
    Cherbourg, France
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • OCT21
    Falmouth, Cornwall, England
    Falmouth, Cornwall, England
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • OCT22
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT23
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT24
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT25
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT26
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT27
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT28
    King's Wharf, Bermuda
    King's Wharf, Bermuda
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • OCT29
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT30
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT31
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    A: 7:00 AM - D: —
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MS Rotterdam Cruise Ports

October 17, 2027 · 14 Night Cultural Crossing With Paris & Normandy (Rotterdam To Ft. Lauderdale)

Rotterdam, Netherlands — Day 1 of MS Rotterdam October 17, 2027 cruise
Day 1•Sunday, Oct 17

Rotterdam, Netherlands

Arrival: —•Departure: 5:00 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 17, 2027 cruise
Day 2•Monday, Oct 18

Zeebrugge (Bruges), Belgium

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 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 17, 2027 cruise
Day 3•Tuesday, Oct 19

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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Cherbourg, France — Day 4 of MS Rotterdam October 17, 2027 cruise
Day 4•Wednesday, Oct 20

Cherbourg, France

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Cherbourg, France, docks at Port de Cherbourg, 1 kilometer from downtown, with shuttles for 10-minute rides. The city, population 80,000, features the Cité de la Mer with Titanic exhibits. Travelers visit Fort du Roule for harbor views. Local markets sell Calvados. Excursions to Mont Saint-Michel, 2 hours south, explore medieval abbeys. Peak season May to September; taxis 5-10 EUR. Dining includes moules marinières at port bistros. Souvenirs feature Norman pottery.

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Falmouth, Cornwall, England — Day 5 of MS Rotterdam October 17, 2027 cruise
Day 5•Thursday, Oct 21

Falmouth, Cornwall, England

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Falmouth, Cornwall, England, offers docking at Falmouth Harbour. Travelers explore Pendennis Castle’s Tudor fortifications. Excursions visit St. Michael’s Mount, a tidal island. Local markets sell Cornish pasties. The peak season, May to September, brings mild coastal weather. Photography captures harbor views and rugged cliffs. Dining onboard includes cream tea, a Cornish tradition. Souvenirs, like tin crafts, are available in ship shops. Briefings highlight Cornwall’s maritime history. Light layers and sturdy shoes suit the temperate, damp climate. Binoculars enhance coastal views. Falmouth’s historic charm and scenic coastline provide a quintessential English seaside stop, inviting travelers to immerse in its rich maritime heritage and picturesque landscapes.

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Day 6 at sea — MS Rotterdam October 17, 2027 itinerary
Day 6•Friday, 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.

Day 7 at sea — MS Rotterdam October 17, 2027 itinerary
Day 7•Saturday, Oct 23

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 17, 2027 itinerary
Day 8•Sunday, 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 9 at sea — MS Rotterdam October 17, 2027 itinerary
Day 9•Monday, 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.

Day 10 at sea — MS Rotterdam October 17, 2027 itinerary
Day 10•Tuesday, Oct 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.

Day 11 at sea — MS Rotterdam October 17, 2027 itinerary
Day 11•Wednesday, Oct 27

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 17, 2027 cruise
Day 12•Thursday, Oct 28

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.

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Day 13 at sea — MS Rotterdam October 17, 2027 itinerary
Day 13•Friday, Oct 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.

Day 14 at sea — MS Rotterdam October 17, 2027 itinerary
Day 14•Saturday, Oct 30

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.

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida — Day 15 of MS Rotterdam October 17, 2027 cruise
Day 15•Sunday, Oct 31

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 17, 2027 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

MS Rotterdam Shore Excursions

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From beach breaks and snorkeling to local food tours and cultural landmarks, these shore excursions help you make the most of every stop. Browse by port below to compare top-rated options and plan your day before you board.

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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
80 / 100
safer than 80% of all cruises
80
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.
8
/ 10
Cherbourg, France
Cherbourg
Cherbourg is a generally safe cruise port with a low crime rate, but travelers should remain vigilant against occasional pickpocketing.
9
/ 10
Falmouth, Cornwall, England
Falmouth
Falmouth is a safe coastal town with a low crime rate, allowing travelers to explore confidently and enjoy their cruise experience.
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.
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 17, 2027 FAQ

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What's the weather like on the MS Rotterdam October 17, 2027 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 14-night route, October averages 76°F highs and 47°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the October 17, 2027 MS Rotterdam itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 8.0 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, averaged across 7 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 Sunday, October 17, 2027 at 5:00 PM and returns on Sunday, Oct 31st, 2027 at 7:00 AM. Total duration: 14 nights.

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