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Holland AmericaMS Rotterdam

MS Rotterdam
December 9, 2028

14-Night Cultural Crossing With Italy & Gibraltar aboard MS Rotterdam · Departing December 9, 2028 from the Port of Civitavecchia, Italy.

// AT A GLANCE

MS Rotterdam December 9, 2028 Cruise Overview

This 14-night cruise aboard the MS Rotterdam departs from Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy on Saturday, December 9, 2028 and returns on Saturday, Dec 23rd. December weather across this route averages 70°/39°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.2 out of 10, averaged across 5 ports.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE

MODERATE TIER

Safer than 72% of all cruises

Ranked across every sailing in our database.

LEAST SAFESAFEST

FULL BREAKDOWN →

night cruise

Sat → Sat

Civitavecchia

departure port

Italy

port stops

Italy

sea days

Day 3

// ON THIS PAGE09 SECTIONS

01Roll Call↓02Cruise Price Tracker↓03Itinerary map↓04Cruise ports↓05Weather↓06Shore excursions↓07Safety score↓08Cruise ship↓09FAQ↓

// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE

MS Rotterdam December 9, 2028 Roll Call

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// 7 CRUISERS · LOCKED

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// 03 · ITINERARY

14 Night Cultural Crossing With Italy & Gibraltar (Rome To Ft. Lauderdale) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapDECEMBER 9, 2028

The MS Rotterdam sails on December 9, 2028 for a 14 Night Cultural Crossing With Italy & Gibraltar (Rome To Ft. Lauderdale) (Civitavecchia (Rome) Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida on Dec 23rd at 6:00 AM. During the 15-day journey, the MS Rotterdam will visit 4 additional ports and will spend 10 days at sea.

// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE

MS Rotterdam

DECEMBER 9, 2028

15 STOPSSCROLL FOR ALL ↓

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14 NIGHTS · 4 PORTS

ROUND-TRIP · CIVITAVECCHIA (ROME)

// 04 · PORTS

14 Night Cultural Crossing With Italy & Gibraltar (Rome To Ft. Lauderdale) Port List

MS Rotterdam·December 9, 2028

DAY

EMBARKATION

SATURDAY·DEC 9

Civitavecchia (Rome)

Italy

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

—

4:00 PM

Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy, offers docking at Civitavecchia Port with excursions to Rome. Travelers explore Colosseum and Pantheon. Excursions visit Vatican City’s Sistine Chapel. Local markets sell gelato. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Tyrrhenian vistas. Dining onboard includes carbonara, an Italian favorite. Souvenirs, like Murano glass, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Roman history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Civitavecchia’s cultural gateway offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient landmarks and scenic coasts, making Civitavecchia an engaging destination.

DECEMBER FORECAST

49°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Livorno, Florence, Italy — Day 2 of MS Rotterdam December 9, 2028 cruise

DAY

PORT 1

SUNDAY·DEC 10

Livorno

Florence, Italy

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

6:00 AM

5:00 PM

Livorno, Florence, Italy, offers docking at Livorno Port with excursions to Florence. Travelers explore Florence’s Duomo and Uffizi Gallery. Excursions visit Pisa’s Leaning Tower. Local markets sell ribollita. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures Renaissance art and Tuscan vistas. Dining onboard includes bistecca alla fiorentina, an Italian favorite. Souvenirs, like leather crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Medici history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Livorno’s cultural gateway offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic art and scenic hills, making Livorno an engaging destination.

DECEMBER FORECAST

51°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Cartagena, Spain — Day 4 of MS Rotterdam December 9, 2028 cruise

DAY

PORT 3

TUESDAY·DEC 12

Cartagena

Spain

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

7:00 AM

3:00 PM

Cartagena, Spain, offers docking at Cartagena Port. Travelers explore Roman Theatre and Naval Museum. Excursions visit Murcia’s cathedral. Local markets sell caldero. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes zarangollo, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Carthaginian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Cartagena’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of Roman landmarks and scenic harbors, making Cartagena an engaging destination for exploring Spain’s Murcia region.

DECEMBER FORECAST

54°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Gibraltar, U.K. — Day 5 of MS Rotterdam December 9, 2028 cruise

DAY

PORT 4

WEDNESDAY·DEC 13

Gibraltar

U.K.

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

7:00 AM

3:00 PM

Gibraltar, U.K., offers docking at Gibraltar Port. Travelers explore Rock of Gibraltar and St. Michael’s Cave. Excursions include dolphin-watching tours. Local markets sell fish and chips. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures limestone cliffs and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes roast beef, a British favorite. Souvenirs, like monkey-themed crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Barbary history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while sturdy shoes enhance rock hikes. Gibraltar’s unique charm offers a vibrant British stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural wonders and scenic straits, making Gibraltar an engaging destination for exploration.

DECEMBER FORECAST

56°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida — Day 15 of MS Rotterdam December 9, 2028 cruise

DAY

DISEMBARKATION

SATURDAY·DEC 23

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades)

Florida

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

6:00 AM

—

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.

DECEMBER FORECAST

63°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

// 05 · WEATHER

14 Night Cultural Crossing With Italy & Gibraltar (Rome To Ft. Lauderdale) Weather Forecast

MS Rotterdam·December 9, 2028

DEC FORECAST · CIVITAVECCHIA (ROME)

Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.

Civitavecchia (Rome) port guide

49°

AVG · °F

Mostly sunny days

AVG HIGH

65°

AVG LOW

34°

AVG RAINFALL

3.9"

Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo

// YEAR-ROUND AT CIVITAVECCHIA (ROME)

Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.

AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN

// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Most Popular Civitavecchia 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.

5 PORTS OF CALL·383 EXCURSIONS HELD·BOOK DIRECT WITH THE OPERATOR

SELECT A PORT

// NO INVENTORY · CIVITAVECCHIA

We don't hold any excursions in Civitavecchia yet.

This is your embarkation day — most of it is boarding and the terminal. If you have time before the muster drill, the port guide covers what’s walkable.

READ THE CIVITAVECCHIA PORT GUIDE

Pricing and availability are provided by the operator. Booking happens on their own site — MS Rotterdam sails December 9, 2028, and Gangwaze earns a commission at no extra cost to you.

AFFILIATEPER-CARD ATTRIBUTION

// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

14 Night Cultural Crossing With Italy & Gibraltar (Rome To Ft. Lauderdale)

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

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 BREAKDOWN05 PORTS

01

Civitavecchia (Rome) 🇮🇹

Italy · ItalyMODERATE

Civitavecchia is generally safe, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft and scams in crowded areas and near attractions.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

02

Livorno 🇮🇹

Florence, Italy · ItalyMODERATE

Travelers should remain vigilant against pickpocketing and bag snatching in crowded areas while enjoying the attractions in Livorno and Florence.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

03

Cartagena 🇪🇸

Spain · SpainMODERATE

Travelers should remain vigilant and secure their belongings in popular areas to enjoy Cartagena safely, as pickpockets may be present.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

04

Gibraltar 🌍

U.K. · GibraltarSAFE

Gibraltar is safe for travelers, with a low crime rate and strong police presence, though vigilance against petty theft is advised.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

05

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades) 🇺🇸

Florida · United StatesMODERATE

Fort Lauderdale's cruise port is secure, but travelers should stay vigilant and cautious in neighborhoods with higher crime rates.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

MS Rotterdam Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsHOLLAND AMERICA

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.