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MS Rotterdam itinerary map for November 25, 2028 (7 nights)
MS Rotterdam itinerary map for November 25, 2028 (7 nights)
7 nights · 6 ports
Round-trip · Piraeus, Greece
Holland AmericaMS Rotterdam

MS Rotterdam
November 25, 2028

7-Night Greek Isles: Santorini Mykonos & Ephesus aboard MS Rotterdam · Departing November 25, 2028 from the Port of Piraeus, Greece.

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// AT A GLANCE

MS Rotterdam November 25, 2028 Cruise Overview

This 7-night cruise aboard the MS Rotterdam departs from Piraeus (Athens), Greece on Saturday, November 25, 2028 and returns on Saturday, Dec 2nd. November weather across this route averages 79°/37°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.2 out of 10, averaged across 6 ports.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
7.2OUT OF 10
MODERATE TIER
Safer than 72% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
01
7
night cruise
Sat → Sat
02
Piraeus
departure port
Greece
03
6
port stops
Mykonos
04
2
sea days
Day 5
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The MS Rotterdam, operated by Holland America Cruise Line, sets sail on Saturday, November 25, 2028 from Piraeus (Athens), Greece for a 7-night Greek Isles: Santorini Mykonos & Ephesus cruise. This itinerary includes 6 unique port stops and 2 days at sea. November weather across the route averages 79°F highs and 37°F lows. The itinerary safety score is 7.2 out of 10, combining travel advisories, crime statistics, and Global Peace Index data. Fare tracking is available for inside, oceanview, balcony, and suite cabin categories. Gangwaze monitors pricing daily so you can set a price-drop alert and book when the fare is right. Explore the full day-by-day port schedule, shore excursion options, onboard amenities, and weather forecasts for each stop on this MS Rotterdam sailing.

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MS Rotterdam November 25, 2028 Roll Call

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7 Night Greek Isles: Santorini Mykonos & Ephesus (Athens To Istanbul) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapNOVEMBER 25, 2028
The MS Rotterdam sails on November 25, 2028 for a 7 Night Greek Isles: Santorini Mykonos & Ephesus (Athens To Istanbul) (Piraeus (Athens) Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Piraeus (Athens), Greece at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of Istanbul, Turkey on Dec 2nd at 6:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the MS Rotterdam will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
MS Rotterdam
NOVEMBER 25, 2028
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7 NIGHTS · 5 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · PIRAEUS (ATHENS)
// 04 · PORTS

7 Night Greek Isles: Santorini Mykonos & Ephesus (Athens To Istanbul) Port List

MS Rotterdam·November 25, 2028
Piraeus (Athens), Greece — Day 1 of MS Rotterdam November 25, 2028 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
SATURDAY·NOV 25

Piraeus (Athens)

Greece
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
3:00 PM

Piraeus (Athens), Greece, offers docking at Piraeus Port with excursions to Athens. Travelers explore Acropolis and Parthenon. Excursions visit Cape Sounion. Local markets sell souvlaki. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes moussaka, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like olive oil, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Hellenic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Piraeus’ cultural gateway offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and scenic coasts, making Piraeus an engaging destination for exploration.

Santorini, Greece — Day 2 of MS Rotterdam November 25, 2028 cruise
DAY
2
PORT 1
SUNDAY·NOV 26

Santorini

Greece
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
5:00 PM

Santorini, Greece, offers docking at Fira Port with tenders to shore. Travelers explore Oia’s blue-domed churches and Thera ruins. Excursions include sailing to Nea Kameni. Local markets sell fava beans. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for island tours. Photography captures caldera views and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes moussaka, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like volcanic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Minoan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while sturdy shoes enhance cliff walks. Santorini’s iconic charm offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of stunning views and ancient ruins, making Santorini an engaging destination.

Mykonos, Greece — Day 3 of MS Rotterdam November 25, 2028 cruise
DAY
3
PORT 2
MONDAY·NOV 27

Mykonos

Greece
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
4:00 PM

Mykonos, Greece, offers docking at Mykonos Port. Travelers explore Little Venice and Mykonos Windmills. Excursions include Delos Island ruins. Local markets sell loukoumades. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures whitewashed streets and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes souvlaki, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Cycladic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance island walks. Mykonos’ picturesque charm offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic ruins and scenic beaches, making Mykonos an engaging destination for exploring Greece’s Cyclades.

Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey — Day 4 of MS Rotterdam November 25, 2028 cruise
DAY
4
PORT 3
TUESDAY·NOV 28

Kusadasi (Ephesus)

Turkey
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
10:00 PM

Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey, offers docking at Kusadasi Port with excursions to Ephesus. Travelers explore Ephesus ruins and Artemis Temple. Excursions visit Virgin Mary’s House. Local markets sell baklava. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes kebabs, a Turkish favorite. Souvenirs, like carpet crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Hellenistic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance ruin walks. Kusadasi’s historic charm offers a vibrant Turkish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of archaeological sites and scenic coasts, making Kusadasi an engaging destination.

Thessaloniki, Greece — Day 6 of MS Rotterdam November 25, 2028 cruise
DAY
6
PORT 5
THURSDAY·NOV 30

Thessaloniki

Greece
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
6:00 AM
4:00 PM

Thessaloniki, Greece, offers docking at Thessaloniki Port. Travelers explore White Tower and Archaeological Museum. Excursions visit Pella’s ancient ruins. Local markets sell bougatsa. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Byzantine walls and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes souvlaki, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like olive oil, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Macedonian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Thessaloniki’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient landmarks and scenic coasts, making Thessaloniki an engaging destination for exploring Greece’s northern hub.

Istanbul, Turkey — Day 8 of MS Rotterdam November 25, 2028 cruise
DAY
8
DISEMBARKATION
SATURDAY·DEC 2

Istanbul

Turkey
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
6:00 AM

Istanbul, Turkey, offers docking at Istanbul Port. Travelers explore Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace. Excursions visit Blue Mosque. Local markets sell simit. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures Ottoman domes and Bosphorus vistas. Dining onboard includes döner kebab, a Turkish favorite. Souvenirs, like carpet crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Byzantine history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Istanbul’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Turkish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic waterways, making Istanbul an engaging destination for exploring Turkey’s cultural hub.

// 05 · WEATHER

7 Night Greek Isles: Santorini Mykonos & Ephesus (Athens To Istanbul) Weather Forecast

MS Rotterdam·November 25, 2028
NOV FORECAST · PIRAEUS (ATHENS)
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
Piraeus (Athens) port guide
60°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
81°
AVG LOW
39°
AVG RAINFALL
2.7"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT PIRAEUS (ATHENS)
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
60°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Most Popular Piraeus Shore Excursions

Independent shore excursions in every port on this MS Rotterdam itinerary, booked directly with the operator who runs them. We flag the ones that guarantee you're back on board before the gangway lifts.

6 PORTS OF CALL·5,372 EXCURSIONS HELD·BOOK DIRECT WITH THE OPERATOR
SELECT A PORT
BEST PIRAEUS SHORE TOURS
OF 1,848
WORRY-FREE
TOP PRODUCT
4.9(6,060)
$158.84

All Day Cruise -3 Islands to Agistri,Moni, Aegina with lunch and drinks included

All Day Cruise is here to invite you on a fantastic day out at sea on our traditional wooden motor- sailing…
10 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
WORRY-FREE
TOP PRODUCT
4.9(5,823)
$47.04

Best of Athens Half Day Private Tour

During this amazing half day tour you will see all the most popular sights and experience the best parts of…
6 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
WORRY-FREE
TOP PRODUCT
4.9(3,374)
$177.68

Athens Full Day Private Tour

If you are a fan of Greek History and Mythology this is your tour! See all the highlights of Athens and learn…
8 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
TOP PRODUCT
4.8(3,147)
$162.28

Athens All Included: Acropolis and Museum Guided Tour with Ticket

ALL Tickets are included! Explore the Acropolis with an expert guide, then continue to the Acropolis Museum…
3 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
TOP PRODUCT
4.0(1,997)
$20.85

City Sightseeing Athens, Piraeus & Beach Riviera Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tours

Discover the very best of Athens with a 24-hour, 48-hour or 72-hour hop-on hop-off bus pass. Athens is an…
1.8 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
WORRY-FREE
TOP PRODUCT
4.9(1,465)
$168.78

Biblical Tour Letters ToThe Corinthians St Paul’s Footsteps 6Hour

The Unique Benefits of the Footsteps of St. Paul" Tour Following St. Paul's missionary journey in Corinth…
6.3 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
TOP PRODUCT
5.0(1,454)
$165.83

Luxury Athens Catamaran Cruise with Greek Meal & Drinks

Experience a magnificent cruise across the shimmering waters of the Athens Riviera with your loved ones and…
5 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
3.7(1,337)
$14.21

Hop on Hop Off Classic tour of Athens, Piraeus & Beaches

The complete tour of Athens includes various key sights of Athens, such as Acropolis, the Parthenon, and the…
2 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR

These are the eight most reviewed. Piraeus has plenty more — browse the full catalogue and book direct with the operator.

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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

7 Night Greek Isles: Santorini Mykonos & Ephesus (Athens To Istanbul)

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 AVERAGE
MODERATE TIER
0OUT OF 100
LOWHIGH
Safer than 72% of all cruises
7.2/10 itinerary average · ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
// HOW WE SCORE
Four signals, weighted by recency.

Scores combine recent crime reports, government travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and port-specific security incidents. Refreshed monthly.

8.0 – 10.0
Safe — Low-risk; standard precautions apply.
6.5 – 7.9
Moderate — Generally safe with normal vigilance.
5.0 – 6.4
Caution — Stay alert; avoid certain areas after dark.
0 – 4.9
High caution — Significant risk; book guided excursions.
REFRESHED MONTHLY
// PORT-BY-PORT BREAKDOWN06 PORTS
01

Piraeus (Athens) 🇬🇷

Greece · GreeceMODERATE

Piraeus is generally safe for cruise travelers, but caution is advised at night and in crowded areas due to petty theft and potential disruptions.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
02

Santorini 🇬🇷

Greece · GreeceSAFE

Santorini is safe for travelers, but they should stay vigilant in crowded areas for pickpocketing and be cautious of traffic hazards.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
03

Mykonos 🇬🇷

Greece · GreeceMODERATE

Travelers in Mykonos should remain vigilant against petty theft and scams, especially in crowded areas during peak season.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
04

Kusadasi (Ephesus) 🇹🇷

Turkey · TurkeyMODERATE

Kusadasi is generally safe for travelers, but they should remain vigilant against petty crime and safeguard personal belongings.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
05

Thessaloniki 🇬🇷

Greece · GreeceMODERATE

Travelers in Thessaloniki should stay vigilant in crowded areas to avoid pickpocketing and exercise caution in certain neighborhoods at night.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
06

Istanbul 🇹🇷

Turkey · TurkeyCAUTION

Travelers in Istanbul should stay vigilant against petty theft and scams, especially in crowded areas, and remain aware of their surroundings.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

MS Rotterdam Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsHOLLAND AMERICA
MS Rotterdam cruise ship exterior
HOLLAND AMERICA · PINNACLE CLASS
CHRISTENED
2021
STATEROOMS
1,340
TONNAGE
99,863GT
18.8% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 84,029 GT
YEAR BUILT
2021
13 YEARS NEWER· vs avg 2008
LENGTH
975ft
5.7% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 922 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
3,218cruisers
49.2% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 2,157 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP

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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